An economial estate car suitable for rough roads

Hi, I do a lot of driving on rough, gravel roads as I spend a lot of time in South Africa, and am looking for an estate car that will survive them. I don't need 4 wheel drive and would prefer not to have...

Which used hatch should I get for £15k?

I need a used hatchback for up to £15,000 and have narrowed my choice down to the SEAT Leon, Volkswagen Golf and Audi A3. I drive approx 25,000 miles per annum, 75% motorway 25% rural, and want something...

Would you recommend a Tiguan?

I am looking for a used 4x4 for towing, with plenty of passenger space and a large boot. Should I get a Volkswagen Tiguan? If so, should I get a petrol or diesel? Or would you choose a different vehicle...

Can you recommend a reliable people carrier?

I want to buy a compact and reliable people carrier. Can you recommend a reliable model? I want to run it for 10 years.

Golf R haldex failure - what are my rights?

My 2012 Volkswagen Golf R recently had its major service and Haldex oil replaced. However, within weeks of the work, the Haldex failed along with the rear differential. The car is just out of warranty...

Which small car is best for a long commute?

I've just had my Fiat 500 written off in a car crash. My insurer has given me £8000 and I am thinking of replacing it for a different model. I absolutely loved my Fiat, but travel 90 miles a day on the...

Is the Volkswagen 1.4 TSI a timebomb?

A friend is looking to buy a circa 2009 Golf VI 1.4 TSI 122hp with 85,000 miles on the clock, full dealer history and apparently no cam chain issues. So from a distance all seems fine, but we know these...

Which version of the Golf should I buy?

I am thinking of buying a Volkswagen Golf - but which model? I really like the new Golf GTI and the GTD, but I also like the Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 35 but find these almost as dear as the new model....

DSG transmission judder - what is it?

My Volkswagen Golf has recently developed a slight judder when accelerating gently at low revs in low gears. The problem has been acknowledged by an accompanying franchise mechanic during the car's recent...

Low mileage Polo - what should I check?

I am interested in buying a Volkswagen Polo Match with low mileage but first registered in 2008. It currently has 3500 miles and has been used by an elderly lady. It has a full service history and all...