Why does our diesel Nissan X-Trail need work done because we don't drive it enough?

I was sold a brand new Nissan X-Trail diesel almost two years ago. I told the dealer that we only travel around 8000 miles a year and now I'm being told the car needs £300 of work due to not being driven...

My son's No Claims runs out soon - should we insure an old banger in his name to maintain his NCB?

We run two cars: an Audi A5, UK insured for summer and a Nissan X-Trail, insured in France for winter. We share them both with our son, who lives in London and does about 4000 miles per year. We do 40,000...

Will fitting slightly smaller winter tyres on my car affect it?

I have some wheels from my 2006 Nissan X-Trail - 215/60 R17 with winter tyres that I swap on and off. My new 2014 X-Trail has 225/55 R18. There's a small difference in the size but does it matter (especially...

Why has the air con gas in my Nissan X-Trail already run out?

My Nissan X-Trail is under two years old and has done less than 8000 miles. The air con isn't working properly and I've been told by the Nissan dealer that all of the gas may have been used up and I need...

Is it a bad idea to buy a diesel SUV with all the current diesel car issues?

I'm about to change my Nissan Qashqai Acenta diesel for something similar, but I'm concerned about getting another diesel with all the current issues surrounding diesel cars. Am I worrying unnecessarily?...

Best seven-seater for £30k?

My son has a growing family and needs a bigger car. Mostly short journeys and he would like a car/SUV with occasional seven-seats and lots of space. An automatic would be useful, but not essential. Maximum...

What should I replace my Nissan X-Trail with?

Can you please suggest replacement options for our 2011 Nissan X-Trail. I particularly like the wide back door, long and wide load space and especially the flat floor from the bumper. I previously had...

Can I reject my faulty X-Trail?

I bought a new Nissan X-Trail last month. After a week there was a system fault and the car would not switch off. I took the car back and the dealer said they fixed the fault. Six days later, the fault...

Nissan X-trail vs Discovery Sport - Which is easier to get in and out?

How easy is it to get in and out of the Nissan X-Trail or the Land Rover Discovery Sport? These are my two favorite choices but I need easy access for the Mother in-law who struggles getting in and out...

Buying a new car - Can I demand a 66 plate registration?

I ordered a new Nissan X-trail on two weeks ago after being told there would be a 4 - 6 month waiting period (a 66 Reg was put into my head). Yesterday, I was told "good news" the delivery date has been...