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  Why do you never recommend the SsangYong Tivoli as a practical value for money SUV? 24 Feb 2020 (Ask HJ)
  Why do you never recommend the SsangYong Tivoli as a practical value for money SUV? Having owned two top of the range models, one diesel and one petrol....
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  Most reliable used car? 8 Nov 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I have had bad experiences of buying poor quality cars or buying from wrong places. I would like to take a safer bet from now on but I do realise cars...
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  Can you recommend the best used, small crossover? 16 Jun 2020 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for a used, compact SUV/crossover for around £14,000. I do mainly town driving and short motorway trips, so was thinking a petrol automatic...
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  What is the best car to buy for reliability? 22 Jan 2024 (Ask HJ)
  I have previously owned three BMW series 3 models and enjoyed driving all three. I am now looking to purchase a used vehicle to replace my last BMW and...
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  Buying new BMW 3 Series - any advice? 5 Jan 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I am thinking of buying a new BMW 3 Series diesel automatic, but I am a bit concerned about the long term reliability. I would ideally like to keep it...
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  Can you help with my car search? 15 Mar 2015 (Ask HJ)
  I've shortened my used car search list to either a Mazda 2 after 2007 or a Ford Fiesta after 2008. I have used the warranty index stats to come up with...
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  Should I buy a Jaguar XF or a Skoda Superb as a private hire vehicle? 11 Jul 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I am struggling to decide which car to purchase for use as a private hire taxi: a 2016 Jaguar XF 2.0 Portfolio or a Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI CR SE L Executive...
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  Seven seat crossover? Cadillac or Mercedes? 22 Jun 2015 (Ask HJ)
  We are looking for a crossover/soft-roader. We also would like 6 or 7 seats for times when we have my in-laws with us (for short drives mostly).Our driving...
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  French reunited 23 Jan 2010 (Ask HJ)
  I just moved to France with my wife and we are unfamiliar with the European models, and thus, reliability. The French swear by their Clios and their 306/307s,...
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  Dependability Rankings 3 Sep 2012 (Ask HJ)
  Hi there I just read an article on toyota yaris which scored number one in sub compact cars that you posted a while back on your blog: http://www.honestjohn.co.uk/road-tests/toyota/toyota-yaris-d-4d-2002-road-test/ I...
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  What's the best hybrid SUV for towing? 10 Mar 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I'm looking for an automatic hybrid car with a raised driving position. It must have enough power and torque to tow a 1440kg caravan. What would you recommend...
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  Reliability data - Warranty Direct or JD Power? 19 Apr 2014 (Ask HJ)
  Following a recommendation in your column some years ago, I have used Warranty Direct's Reliability Index as a guide when choosing a car. I note the new...
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  What is the battery life on hybrid cars? 3 Oct 2022 (Ask HJ)
  I recently read, to my surprise, the batteries on self-charging hybrids only last about five years. Then the owner has a big bill to replace the battery,...
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  Can you recommend an affordable motorway car for comfort and fuel economy? 20 Sep 2021 (Ask HJ)
  I currently drive 20,000 miles per year with most of my commute being motorway. I want to buy a car that majors on comfort and fuel economy. I have a...
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  Best used estate for £11k? 18 Jun 2014 (Ask HJ)
  I am looking to buy a second hand diesel estate to replace my Volvo V50. I am looking for something that’s four years old or less, with 45,000 miles on...
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  Can you recommend a compact and comfortable car to replace my Mazda 3? 17 Jan 2022 (Ask HJ)
  Four years ago, HonestJohn.co.uk recommended a Mazda 3 for me. I very much like it: it's comfortable, got good performance, and is very economical. However,...
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  Kyenes easy man 12 Sep 2009 (Ask HJ)
  I write as a great admirer of your journalism, and seemingly encyclopaedic knowledge of automotive matters. So it was with some disappointment and mystification...