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Is the 2011 Nissan Pixo reliable?
I am going to buy 2011 Nissan Pixo with 150k on the clock. What do you think about reliability and mechanical aspects of the engine as I am considering it as delivery car?
Abdullah Bilal (Dublin)
Oct 2025 Filed under: choosing used car
What is the performance mpg of the 2023 MG HS?
What is the performance mpg of the 2023 MG HS?
Liz Greer (Lancaster)
Sep 2025 Filed under: choosing used car
Which of these hatchbacks for €25,000 to go for?
Hi,
I am on the hunt for my first "new" car - I've only ever had hand me downs. I'm currently driving a low mileage (<92,000km) 2000 Yaris, which is running well and NCT'd until end of October. I am thinking of an MG3+ Excite, Hyundai i20 Deluxe or Kia Stonic.
I have test driven all, for around 20 minutes in city traffic. I will be using the car mainly for work, which is 80km round trip, mostly on N or M roads. It'll be around 12-hour shifts, a mix of day and nights, so visibility, safety and comfort are factors.
It will also be used for occasional trips around the country but rarely used on days off from work or short run-arounds. I am also thinking of trying a Renault Clio Evolution.
I have found one of each type, coming in around €25,000, which is my maximum budget.
Your opinion would be greatly appreciated!
Thank you
Ciara (Dublin)
Sep 2025 Filed under: choosing used car
Pros and cons of buying a UK import?
What are the pros, cons and things to consider if buying a UK import from a Volkswagen garage? The vehicle is a 242 new-model Skoda Kodiaq PHEV with reported 25,000km. Thanks in advance!
LP (Kildare)
Aug 2025 Filed under: choosing used car
Which mid-sized plug-in-hybrid SUV to go for?
I'm in the market for a plug-in-hybrid SUV (PHEV), typically 2023 or newer but would go for a 2022 with low mileage.
My main criteria are comfort and ride quality as I'm travelling substantially on rural roads. At the moment the benchmark is a BMW X5, but it is a way bigger car than I need.
Do any of the mid-size SUVs (X3, Merc GLC, Lexus NX etc.) come anywhere close to the comfort and road holding of the X5 or is the air suspension tech in the X5 something that the others just can't compete against?
Barry McCarthy (Cork)
Aug 2025 Filed under: choosing used car
What will we replace our BMW 330e with?
Hi,
We have a 201 BMW 330e Sport saloon with 65, 000km on the clock and are considering changing for a 2023/2024 car. We like the 330e but are undecided as to whether to go for another 330e or try a different make and model.
What other similar hybrids would you suggest?
Martin Stokes
Aug 2025 Filed under: choosing used car
Which stylish family car for about €20,000?
Hi,
We are looking to purchase a new car and we're not sure where to start. We have a 2019 Dacia Sandero and a 2004 Skoda Octavia and are thinking of trading both in for something decent if we can manage with one car (we both work from home frequently and use public transport if needed). Aiming for a budget of about €20,000.
We have older children now, so we need something spacious for family outings or journeys. Any advice would be great thanks.
Alex O'Halloran (Naas)
Jun 2025 Filed under: choosing used car
Audi or Ford for my daughter's first car?
My daughter is getting her first car; she is 18. She wants an Audi, but I think they might be expensive and dearer parts etc. So, we are now thinking of a 2014 Ford Focus diesel for reliability and safety etc.
Padraig O HEanachain (Mayo)
May 2025 Filed under: choosing used car
Should I keep my Kia Rio into retirement?
I have a 2016 Kia Rio hatchback with 32,000km on the clock. Should I keep it? I am looking for my last car as I am a senior and once I retire I won't be able to have a monthly payment going out.
Terri Bock (London Ont)
May 2025 Filed under: choosing used car
Which reliable car to go for with €15,000 to spend?
Hi folks,
I've recently accepted a new job that requires me to drive from Galway to Shannon (motorway more or less the entire trip). I'm now wondering what is the most reliable motorway car I should be going for. I was stung in the past by a 2015 Mercedes C-Class and don't want to end up with a money pit again!
Budget would be around €15k. Any advice is greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Dave (Galway)
May 2025 Filed under: choosing used car
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