Which hatchback is best - Golf or A3 Sportback?

I want to buy a new car and have narrowed my shortlist down to the Audi A3 Sportback SE and the Volkswagen Golf Match - both five-door, petrol 1.4 (manual). The Golf comes with all the extras I want,...

Which has the better 1.4 engine - Audi A3 or Volkswagen Polo?

I currently drive a Volkswagen Polo 1.4 automatic and find it struggles for performance on the motorway. As a result, I would like to trade it in for something a bit more powerful. I like the Audi A3...

What's the average lifespan of a DPF?

I have recently bought a four year old Volkswagen Touran 1.6 TDi with 17,000 miles on the clock and a full service history. The issue of DPF comes up on your site often and this is raising concerns. 1)...

Has the the head gasket gone my Polo?

Has my 2002 Volkswagen Polo 1.4 TDI blown a head gasket? There is water build up in the tray at the front driver's/coolant tank side of engine. The car doesn't overheat, nor is there any milky oil or excessive...

Volkswagen Passat tyres - how can I improve fuel economy?

I am currently running my 2008 Volkswagen Passat on Bridgestone Potenza 235/45R17 94Y RE050A tyres which are coming up for replacement. Can you recommend any other make of tyre. I do about 10000 miles...

What should I replace my Touran with?

I currently own a Volkswagen Touran Sport diesel with a DSG gearbox. The car is big enough to fit my non-foldable wheelchair in the boot and is fine for my general driving needs, but I've grown bored with...

Buying a used car for £8k - Toyota or Volkswagen?

My budget is between £8000 to £11000. I drive 50 miles on the motorway everyday and really want a reliable car. I've shortlisted the following cars: Toyota Auris Diesel 1.4D-4D 2013 (Mileage 12K Oct 2013) Volkswagen...

Buying a used car for £7k - Fiesta, Golf or Ibiza?

I have £6750 to £7500 spend on a used small car. I live in a rural hilly area and rarely venture onto a motorway. My mileage is about 10,000 a year. Which would you buy out of the Ford Fiesta, Volkswagen...

Are plug-in hyrbids reliable?

I’m thinking of buying a new Volkswagen Golf GTE. The car will be used mostly locally, but include the occasional long journey. The car is fitted with 1.4 petrol engine and six-speed DSG gearbox. Is this...

Why is my Golf making a rattling noise?

I own a Golf Match 1.6fsi (2008) which has started to make a rattle noise when started on cold mornings. It goes on for at least three minutes and the rattle is heard when the revs drop. I know this...