Can you recommend a comfortable car for long trips?

I do approximately 21,000 miles a year, which includes a two hour drive to work. So, as you might imagine, I want to buy a comfortable car as my current Peugeot RCZ is too uncomfortable for my back. What...

Buying a used Mazda 5 - which model is best for £6k?

We have decided to buy a used Mazda 5 and you recommend the 1.6 diesel. Unfortunately our budget is £6000, which wouldn't get us that particular model. With our budget which of the other Mazda 5s are...

Why won't my Mazda 6 connect to my iPod?

I bought a new Mazda 6 in 2014 and have had constant problems with the connectivity between my iPod and the factory fitted infotainment system. I have tried every avenue to try and get Mazda to fix it,...

Can you recommend a reliable estate?

I'm looking to replace a Renault Laguna Estate. I've looked at the Mazda 6 Tourer, Volkswagen Passat and a few Volvos and Audi cars. I'd prefer an automatic less than four years old and under £20,000....

Does the Mazda 3 suffer from DPF problems?

Which DPF system is on 2013 Mazda 3 1.6 diesel and do you recommend buying one if doing 7000 miles a year?

Which SUV is best for towing a caravan?

I am looking to purchase a new diesel SUV for towing a caravan. All the new models in dealers' showrooms at the moment show Euro 5 emissions. I understand that all new diesels will have to comply with...

Tyre sizes for Mazda 5 - what should I be looking for?

My friend in France has a 2014 Mazda 5 with 205 x 50 x 17 tyres fitted as OE. Given the harsh ride these give, he asks if its possible to fit different size tyres to give a more comfortable ride?

Can you recommend a automatic hatchback?

I'm looking to replace my Vauxhall Astra 1.4 turbo with a similar but probably automatic car. I'm considering the Mazda 3 auto, Volvo V40 auto or Peugeot 308 auto. However, my issue is that most of the...

What are my consumer rights against a car trader?

Two weeks ago I bought a 2008 Mazda 6 with cash from a trader. The car is a 2.2 diesel estate with 68,000 miles on the clock. The problems started when the engine oil light flicked on. The engine then...

Buying a used family SUV/estate - what would you recommend?

I'm looking for a workhorse estate/suv that can handle 18,00 miles a year for five years, for around £16,000. At this budget I think I'm probably looking at cars from 1-3 years old - the ideal would be...