Best large car for £3k?

I'm looking for a large-ish five door that will accommodate two adults and a child seat in the back. Ideally I'd be spending no more than £3000 and I'd rather an older, less complicated model that is going...

Should I buy the current KIA Sorento or wait for the new model?

I have a 2008 KIA Sorento XS with 47,000 on the clock. I am looking to change, but have found that KIA cannot provide me with a new KX2 demonstrator to test drive. I am also somewhat wary of buying a Sorento...

What do you think of tyre repair kits?

Have you any views on the effectiveness of tyre repair kits? For example, how far and fast can one drive after using the product, and is any special skill needed? My own car, a 2012 Toyota Yaris, has such...

Are hybrids worth the money?

I am looking to buy a new car and am considering a hybrid. What’s your thoughts on the Toyota Auris HSD? Also, can you explain what a hybrid is?

Can you recommend an automatic 4wd vehicle with decent load space?

I have a 2010 Mercedes-Benz B180, bought 18 months ago when an automatic gearbox was dictated for health reasons. I need to change to a small 4WD as I live in the New Forest, so roads are narrow and edges...

Buying a hybrid - will low use damage the car?

My annual mileage is about 3000 a year.I prefer an automatic and am considering the Yaris Hybrid. Most of my journeys will be local 10/20 miles,and on occasions the vehicle will remain parked for a week...

Buying a used car - Toyota or Ford?

Want to buy a trustworthy car for city and weekend travelling. I have never had a diesel, so my preference is on petrol. I have found two cars, but am a bit worried that the mileage is a bit high for...

Buying a Land Cruiser - how much should I pay?

The Toyota dealer has offered me a new 2012 Toyota Prado - with a small discount. What are the dangers of buying a 'new' car that has been sitting out in the sun, unused, for a year? ( I live in the Middle...

Best used car for a new driver?

Which small city cars would you recommend for a 17 year old to learn to drive in? We have a budget of £2500, but reliability and low insurance are important.

Toyota Multidrive CVT - is it any good?

How good and reliable is the Toyota Multidrive CVT on the 1.3 2013 Yaris?