What is the better SUV, Renault Kadjar or Mazda CX5?

We have £15,000 to spend on a fuel efficient, reliable SUV. It's got to last 7-10 years and be cheap to run and service. Where would you put your money, a Mazda CX-5 or a Renault Kadjar?

Will the automatic Renault Kadjar hold on a hill with no brake applied?

Is the Renault Kadjar automatic a true automatic? Meaning will the car hold on a hill with no foot brake or hand brake applied or would it be like a 2008 Vauxhall Corsa automatic that l once had where...

Why are some manufacturers not producing petrol automatics?

Why are some manufacturers not producing petrol automatics? The motoring press have raved about the SEAT Ateca and Mazda CX-5, neither of which are available as petrol automatics. I have also read great...

Renault Kadjar problems

I see that you are testing the Renault Kadjar as a long term test car. Have you had the same problems as me or is your press car specially prepared? The alarm constantly goes off and the DAB radio loses...

Need a 4x4 with a flat loadspace

I'm looking to buy a new or nearly new 4x4 with a genuinely flat loadspace when the rear seats are folded down. I currently have a 2004 Toyota RAV4 with an external spare wheel and removable rear seats,...

Buying a family friendly SUV - any recommendations?

Six years ago I took your advice and bought a nearly new Ford Focus 2.0 petrol and it has been a great, reliable car. Thanks a million HJ. We now have a one year old baby and need to take lots of kit on...

Changing from an SUV to hot hatch

I currently have a Renault Kadjar 1.6 dCi. I like the car, but the engine feels sluggish compared to the same engine I had in my previous Nissan Qashqai. I want to replace the Renault as I no longer need...

Buying a Nissan Qashqai - what do I need to know?

I want to buy a Nissan Qashqai. I am not sure whether to get brand new or used model. Which model is best?

Which petrol SUV is best?

We want to buy a new SUV. It must have a petrol engine. Most of our mileage is long distance and on motorways, around 10-15k miles per year, so we believe we need a decent size engine. There seem to...

Buying a family crossover - which model is best?

I am looking for a small crossover or spacious hatch for a family of three, soon to grow. The new Honda HR-V diesel drives very well, but is it fully worth its price? Any other suggestions? I am doing...