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Why does the Hyundai Tucson have two exhaust pipes?
I am interested in a Hyundai Tucson diesel , but was wondering why are there two exhausts at the back. Is it cosmetic or what?
L C (Corkscncun)
Mar 2014 Filed under: diesel
How economical is the Toyota Yaris diesel?
I'm looking to downsize my car, and am leaning towards a Toyota Yaris 1.4 diesel. I do a lot of miles, and am a single mum, so need something reliable, with cheap tax and good economy. Can you tell me roughly the mpg I can expect from an 08 model?
Thanks
Dawn Higgins (Edenderry)
Feb 2014 Filed under: diesel
Is it worth changing the engine in my Audi to a diesel one?
Can I change my 2005 petrol 1.8T Audi engine to a diesel?
Dermot Gorman (Dublin)
Feb 2014 Filed under: diesel
Is Mercedes-Benz using Renault engines?
Is the engine in the new Mercedes-Benz A-Class 220 CDI a Renault unit? I know the 180 CDI is.
Riccardo Macari (Dublin)
Feb 2014 Filed under: diesel
Is the 1.8-litre diesel engine Mitsubishi's own?
Who manufactures the 1.8-litre diesel engine in Mitsubishi's Lancer and ASX?
Fiona Horsman (Portumna)
Feb 2014 Filed under: diesel
What is a the 2.0-litre Peugeot HDi like to drive?
What is a the 2.0-litre Peugeot HDi like to drive?
Ben Doyle (Wexford)
Feb 2014 Filed under: diesel
Are there big differences between Ford's 95- and 115hp engines?
What's the difference between Fords' 1.6 95hp engine and the 115hp engine?
David Mcdonough (Maynooth)
Nov 2013 Filed under: diesel
Petrol or diesel for an older Ford C-Max?
Hi, I am looking into getting a 2004 - 2007 Focus C-Max. I have always bought diesels in my past few cars due to great economy. I currently have a Citroen Picasso 2.0 HDi, but want to drop to a 1.6 to save on tax. My driving habits would be mainly urban, with the odd long run. No more than 15k miles a year, I would guess.
I am aware that there could be costly repairs down the road with an older but relatively modern deisel engine. I'm looking at 1.6 in either diesel or petrol. Reliability would be very important to me. What would you advise I go for?
Seems to be better choice with petrol options.
Thanks Kevin
Kevin Mcgowan (Cork)
Sep 2013 Filed under: diesel
Does the BMW 2.0-litre diesel engine have a problem?
I read recently on a site that specialised in information on car engines, that the current 2.0-litre BMW diesel engine had a weakness in the timing chain area, and that getting this fixed was pricey. The site also said that BMW refuses to recognise that the problem exists. As I am considering purchasing a second hand 520d in the future, this piece of news is disquieting, as the engine seems to be good - powerful, frugal, and great when matched to the eight-speed auto. Have you heard of any problems with the timing chains of this engine?
Tony Mulhare (Dublin)
Sep 2013 Filed under: diesel
I need a diesel car for big mileages...
Hey guys,
Iwant to change to a diesel estate car, but am not sure which type to get. I do drive a lot and need a car that is very fuel efficient with low mileage and low maintaining costs. Cars within my budget are either 2006 Ford Focus 1.8, Opel Astra 1.3/1.7 CDTi or Skoda Octavia 1.4 (with Volkswagen diesel engine) or Skoda Octavia 1.9. Which of these are the most fuel efficient/most efficient cars to maintain?
Thank you so much for your help and advice!
Best wishes, Cindy
Cindy Wagner (Waterford)
Aug 2013 Filed under: diesel
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