ix35 or ASX?

Should I buy an ix35 or ASX? I live in a rural area and do about 18k a year. Looking at the ASX4 or ix35 Premium. Love the styling, need 4WD, mpg is important, as well as re-sale and ownership costs.

Changing to a crossover

I drive an Audi A4 TDI 130SE (2002 owned from new) and do approx 14K per year, I am thinking of an SUV with higher driving position, but not a full-sized 4x4. Please can you put in order what you would...

I'd like to recommend the Skoda Yeti to anyone looking for a small SUV.

With reference to your answer to PS regarding options for small SUVs: I was in the same predicament, needing higher seating for ease of access, particularly on the nearside where kerb heights come into...

I need a car with 4x4 capability and good fuel consumption - should I consider a MINI Countryman?

I wrote to you last year about driving 100 miles a day, 30 across hills on poor roads and 70 on the motorway. I wanted some 4x4 capability, excellent fuel consumption for motorway driving (I am filling...

We're looking for a small SUV - is the Skoda Yeti the pick of the bunch?

I have been looking at the range of small SUVs, as we live in a rural area and the likes of Honda CR-V, Freelander and the Skoda Yeti, etc., appear to fit the bill. In regards to the Yeti I seem to recall...

Replacement 4x4

I have a BMW 520D (2009) which averages 54mpg at 70 mph+. However I am looking to replace it, ideally with a 4x4. Budget up to £25k, either new or up to 6 months Old. Looking for good consumption and...

Any known issues with the ASX?

I am seriously considering puchasing the above model, although I am having a problem agreeing on a price (that's my court). Before I go any further are there any known problems with the 1.8DI-D 4WD diesel? And...

Why is delivery of our new Nissan Qashqai being delayed by five months?

In April we ordered a Nissan Qashqai 2.0 140PS petrol Tekna Sport with 17-inch wheels and a CVT box here in Tenerife, and were quoted delivery in November 2010. Now we are advised by the dealer that it...

Can the Mitsubishi ASX's stop-start system be switched off?

I read your report on the Mitsubishi ASX. Can the stop-start system be switched off? I think it would be very frustrating in a stop and start situation, on a motorway for example.

De-Forestation

I currently have a 6-year-old Subaru Forester 2.0iX with which I have been very happy but am thinking about a replacement. My budget is £20,000 plus part exchange and I am looking at another Forester or...