Which SUV to replace our 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan?

I am looking to replace a 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0TDI 4-Motion, which has a towbar and has been a delight to drive. The whole of our grown-up family enjoys its roominess and adaptability. Its only drawback...

My Skoda Yeti can slip out of gear when reversing - has this been improved on the new Yeti?

I have a Motability Skoda Yeti 1.2 TSI with the DSG automatic gearbox. I love the car but have found the gearbox unsatisfactory in that it can slip out of gear when reversing slowly (uphill, usually) and...

Which car to replace my Ford Mondeo?

Any suggestions as to what I should replace my 4-year-old Mondeo Titanium X TDCI 5-door auto with? Since acquiring it in 2009 it has completed 50,000 miles and has given excellent service (apart from...

Which small car to replace my Peugeot 106?

I have a Peugeot 106 that I absolutely love but it has now done 130,000 miles (diesel). I travel across Essex, Kent and Sussex. I’m not sure what to buy next. If they still made the 106 I would go for...

Which SUV do you recommend to tow a caravan and return good mpg?

I'm currently using a Mercedes-Benz R320CDI L to tow my caravan. It's a lovely, comfortable car that tows with ease. However the fuel economy is not great (about 22mpg when towing). I'm thinking of changing...

Apalling fuel economy from my Kia Cee'd auto

Back in August I traded in my trusty 10yr old 1.8 auto Avensis for an '09 1.6 auto Kia Cee'd. I love everything about the car except the awful real MPG. I am lucky to get 32mpg even though I am a sensible...

Buying a new SUV

I would like to buy a nearly new Kia Sorrento or Hyundai Santa Fe automatic - I do about 11,000 miles a year, with some regular 150 mile runs. However I am aware of the DPF, DMF and EGR problems you have...

Taking fuel consumption into consideration on new cars

I am looking to buy a new car for around town, low mileage use - and would really like a crossover like a Hyundai ix35, Toyota RAV-4 or Kia Sportage, but currently owning a fairly fuel efficient Clio I...

Which economical SUV or saloon for towing and seating comfort?

Next summer I intend to trade in my three-year-old SEAT Altea XL Sport for a new or nearly new car. The car needs to able to tow a 1100kg caravan, be economical, and capable of 45 miles per gallon solo....

Supermini needed...

Buying (nearly) new Yaris sized car to replace 2001 auto CDX. Nissan Note seems favourite but what is there available in other makes. Been very happy with Yaris so inclined towards Japanese and high seating...