Which new SUV still has a full size spare wheel?

After 175,000 miles of mountain roads we need to replace our 1996 3-door, 2-litre petrol manual 4x4 RAV4 due to wear and tear and increasing maintenance costs. Other wish list items include sunroofs to...

Bio-diesel causing breakdowns?

My husband and I are trying to decide whether to buy diesel or petrol for our new car and will probably be purchasing an ix35. My parents also run a new Ford Focus diesel. We run two older diesels at...

Which SUV?

I want an SUV type vehicle, about 2 years old, with decent space and access, pothole friendly wheels, tyres and suspension and good reliability. I do low mileage, mostly short runs with longer at the...

Second-hand auto diesel hatchback suitable for towing

I wish to replace my ageing Xantia HDI. Having a degree of back trouble I need decent ride quality, though I realise it won't be as good as the Citroen. I tried an Hyundai ix35 and a Mercedes B200,...

Taking fuel consumption into consideration on new cars

I am looking to buy a new car for around town, low mileage use - and would really like a crossover like a Hyundai ix35, Toyota RAV-4 or Kia Sportage, but currently owning a fairly fuel efficient Clio I...

Which economical SUV or saloon for towing and seating comfort?

Next summer I intend to trade in my three-year-old SEAT Altea XL Sport for a new or nearly new car. The car needs to able to tow a 1100kg caravan, be economical, and capable of 45 miles per gallon solo....

Choice of SUV - which would you recommend?

We are downsizing to one car and are spoilt for choice with SUVs. The Skoda Yeti appeals for its smaller size. The Kia and Hyundai have great warranties and are very well equipped. The Kia also has a petrol...

Hyundai ix35 Satnav road speed indication missing - can you help?

Last May the media unit on my Premium ix35 was 'upgraded', after which the the road speed indication disappeared, a feature I found very useful. It now appears intermittently, mainly on motorways (very...

Faulty gearbox

In April this year I bought a 61-plate Hyundai ix35 2.0-litre diesel Style from Milton Keynes Hyundai. The car was seven months old when I bought it, and it was Hyundai 'approved used'. It became clear...

Thank you for your invaluable advice

Just wanted to say a huge thank you for all your advice. Purchased a new Hyundai ix35 via Drivethedeal, which I have been driving now for just over 1 week, and I am very happy with it. I found Drivethedeal...