Engine size explained: what size engine do you need?
Sep 27, 2024 · Engine size, also referred to as ‘engine capacity’ or ‘engine displacement’, is a measurement of the total volume of the cylinders in a car’s engine. If that sounds a bit technical, don ...
Cat S and Cat N cars explained: guide to buying an insurance write …
May 15, 2024 · Category S and Category N (Cat S and Cat N) are used to label written-off cars that can be returned to the road once they have been repaired to an acceptable standard. Category S is assigned to ...
What is a DSG gearbox? Problems, cost and cars with a DSG
Aug 19, 2024 · Some cars are offered exclusively with a DSG, such as the Volkswagen Passat, but in most cases, especially in mainstream hatchbacks, it’s quite an expensive option. The cost depends on the type ...
Used car mileage: UK average and how much is too much?
Dec 8, 2022 · In actual fact, the number is now a lot lower. The average car travelled just 6,800 miles in 2020. That’s partly due to the coronavirus pandemic and an increase in home working; but even in 2019 ...
Tesla Autopilot and Full Self-Driving explained - Carbuyer
Sep 15, 2022 · Basic Autopilot is fitted as standard on Tesla Model 3, Tesla Model S and Tesla Model X cars, while at the time of writing the Enhanced Autopilot package costs £3,400 and the Full Self-Driving ...
Car Finder - What Car Should I Buy? | Carbuyer
Jun 17, 2024 · The current rates (as of April 2024) are £190 a year for a petrol or diesel car and £180 a year for mild-hybrids, hybrids and plug-in hybrids. Electric and hydrogen cars cost nothing in tax, but ...
Ford Tourneo Custom review - the UK's best 9-seater?
The Ford Tourneo Custom is as refined and relaxing as any car-based MPV on the move – impressive, given that under the skin is a Ford Transit panel van. Ride comfort is excellent and so is ...
Top 10 best cheap cars 2024 - Carbuyer
Apr 19, 2024 · Priced from £19,730. Rounding off our list of the best cheapest cars is the Skoda Fabia: the Volkswagen Polo’s more affordable Czech twin. With a starting price over £1,000 less than its ...
Ford Fiesta Zetec 1.0 EcoBoost review - Carbuyer
Sep 30, 2020 · The Zetec brings far more than just the bare basics then, and is the least expensive model in the range to be offered with Ford's excellent 1.0-litre EcoBoost petrol engine. More powerful than the ...
What is a V5C? Your car’s log book explained | Carbuyer
Apr 18, 2024 · The V5C, or log book, is a paper document issued by the DVLA to the registered keeper of a vehicle. It contains details about your vehicle, including the make and model, when it was first ...