Is it normal to have a three month wait for a new Skoda Citigo?

I've changed my mind and am now going for a new Skoda Citigo, 5-door Elegance, Greentech engine. I have a couple of questions: I've been told by the dealer that it'll be a three month wait; is this normal?...

Are there any known problems with the SEAT Altea's turbocharger?

My husband is looking at buying a SEAT Altea TDI. I've read a few comments on the internet about the turbo blowing and costing a fortune to repair. Is this a common fault? We had a Ford C-Max TDCI a year...

SEAT Altea XL - which winter tyres are best?

I'm strongly considering buying winter tyres for my Seat Altea XL with 205/55/r16 (91V) tyres. Can you recommend a good set? Also, do winter tyres have a different load and speed rating than summer tyres...

When should I change the cam belt on my SEAT Ibiza?

My 2009 SEAT Ibiza is coming up for its service and I have been informed a cam belt change is required. Is this right? I’ve only driven 25,000 miles and the books says it doesn’t have to be changed until...

What can I replace my SEAT Ibiza with that can accommodate dogs for long trips?

I have two largish dogs that need transporting for their daily walks and an elderly mother who needs taking to the shops. I have managed with my SEAT Ibiza, which is approaching its third birthday early...

Should my wife replace her SEAT Ibiza with another, or go for a Hyundai i20 or KIA Rio?

My wife’s 2007 1.2-litre SEAT Ibiza, although providing six years of trouble-free motoring, is now due for change and she has narrowed her choice of replacement down to three possibilities (all 5-door,...

Buying a SEAT Leon - petrol or diesel?

I am buying a new SEAT, but am undecided between buying a Leon 1.4TSI 140 or the 2.0TDI 150. I lean towards the petrol version but plan to keep the vehicle long term and wonder about the potential longevity...

Need a small car capable of carrying golf clubs - what do you recommend?

My wife needs to replace her 1998 Renault Clio, which similar sized car could you recommend that can easily take golf clubs and small electric trolley in the boot?

Buying a nearly new car - which would you recommend?

I want to buy a one year old (or newer) car. I have up to £15,000 to spend and want a decent specification for my money. I have short listed the Mazda 3 2.2 diesel sport, Ford Focus 1.6 EcoBoost Titanium,...

How much does my Skoda Superb Elegance have in common with the Audi A3, Volkswagen Golf and SEAT Leon?

Earlier in the year I read a motoring story ‘On par with Golf’. What it boiled down to was that the World Car of the Year, the Mk VII Volkswagen Golf, has very close ties to the Audi A3, the Skoda Octavia,...