Can you recommend a nearly new family hatch?

My wife has owned a Honda Jazz 1.4 from new for eight years and is looking for a replacement that is quieter, more comfortable and fuel efficient. The three contenders are the BMW 1 Series (petrol), Audi...

Which Audi A3 engine and transmission?

My partner has narrowed down her choice of car to the new Audi A3 3 door or sportback model (she has yet to decide). She would like the 1.6tdi but is it worth paying extra for the S Tronic gearbox or...

Can you recommend an automatic 4wd vehicle with decent load space?

I have been very satisfied with my Subaru Outback 2.5 automatic. It's an excellent car, but slightly too big for my driving now. I am not keen on the XV car as its finish is a bit ‘tinny’ and seats uncomfortable....

Can you recommend an automatic car with a petrol engine and high driving position?

I feel it's time to replace my 2007 Volkswagen Golf Plus DSG diesel. I've been very happy with it but am considering a change. What would you recommend of a similar size in a petrol engine? It will be...

Should I buy the Audi A3, Volkswagen Passat or Skoda Superb?

I have now decided to select one of these cars, which are all 1.6 diesel automatics: Audi A3 sedan, Volkswagen Passat or Skoda Superb. According to my opinion, Audi is the best quality among them, but...

Buying a car with lower emissions - what's best?

I want to buy a new car with lower emissions. I travel about 30,000 miles a year, which includes my 80 mile round commute. I have £30,000 to spend and would like something fun, with low BIK tax and good...

BMW 3 Series or Audi A3?

I’m in the process of buying a used car and have been offered a 2013 BMW 320d for £26,850, with leather, sat nav and 6000 miles on the clock. Do you think this is a good deal, or should I buy a Audi A3...

Should I buy the Audi 1.6TDI and can I fit smaller wheels to improve the ride quality?

I am thinking of changing my 2010 Volkswagen Golf 1.6TDI for an August 2012 Audi 1.6TDI Sport as I want more comfort/refinement on a long run. The only problem is that the Audi has low profile tyres that...

Buying a new car - Focus, 1 Series or A3?

I am in the processing of buying a car for the first time under the Motability Scheme. I am looking for a small hatchback, but it must be an automatic. So far I feel I have narrowed down my list to the...

Audi diesel fuel contamination - what should I do?

My Audi A3 1.6 TDI has been off the road for two weeks, pending an investigation into a breakdown where injector failure was cited as the reason. The dealer has drained the tank and says visual inspection...