Buying a new SUV - petrol or hybrid?

I am looking for a new car. I do 4000 miles a year and want an SUV that's comfortable with an automatic gearbox. So far I have narrowed my choices to the petrol Suzuki Vitara, Kia Niro hybrid and Toyota...

What's the best diesel for low mileage?

Having retired, I no longer do the miles I used to to justify a diesel. I'm probably down to 10,000, with a 70 mile round trip on motorways twice a month. Technically, I'm into petrol territory now,...

Are there any disadvantages or limitations to fitting extra load tyres instead of standard load?

I would like to replace my factory fit summer tyres with Michelin CrossClimate. However the factory fit tyres are standard load 94 rating, whereas in the equivalent size the CrossClimate tyres are extra...

Suzuki Vitara - Does it have a chain cam?

I am hoping to buy a new Suzuki Vitara 1.6 petrol automatic. Has it got chain cam?

Need a economical SUV with a bit of poke

I am thinking of selling 2013 Nissan Qashqai (underpowered and thirsty). I want to replace it with a petrol/automatic/ SUV with a smaller footprint (London parking). However, it must have space for a set...

What's the best compact SUV?

I'm looking to 'downsize' my SUV and quite like the look of the latest BMW X1. However, I have read that it's not the best in its class. Can you help me choose a new SUV?

Buying a new car - petrol or diesel?

I want to buy a new car. I cannot decide between the Skoda Octavia 1.6 TDI or the Suzuki Vitara 1.6 petrol. The Suzuki has more equipment for less money, but is slower and has higher fuel consumption....

Replacement for a first generation CR-V

My parents (in their 70s) have an R reg CR-V and want to replace it. They do <8k miles per year and are worried about diesel with this mileage. Need automatic, easy access, boot space, similar size (new...

Disappointed in Fiat Panda 4x4 - what should I replace it with?

I am very disappointed with my Fiat Panda 4x4. Although it is a comfortable and attractive car, it is extremely expensive to run (poor MPG) and in the first 16 months of ownership it required two new sets...

A small 4x4 to suit elderly relatives - what would you recommend?

I'm buying a small 4x4 on behalf of elderly, country-dwelling relatives who are finding their Shogun too high to comfortably get in and out of and too clumsy for its occasional trips into town. Problem...