ENGINES – Volvo can’t compete with the likes of Ford in terms of engine choice, but the V50’s modest selection ensures there should be something for all tastes. … More »Small But Perfectly Formed (Volvo V50 2004-2012)
ENGINES – While it’s easy to think this particular Focus has ben around for a long time - in reality it has – engine development never stood still. This generation … More »A Family Affair (Ford Focus 2005-2011)
ENGINES – A big car demands a big engine and Audi doesn’t fail to deliver with the A8. The large capacity petrol motors are sublime but in the real world the diesel … More »The Big League (Audi A8 2003-2011)
ENGINES – For conscious drivers who rack up the miles, there’s only one fuel and engine combination to consider: diesel. Fortunately Alfa Romeo has a solid track … More »Loads Of Style (Alfa Romeo 159 Sportwagon 2006-2011)
ENGINES – For a car this size, it’s got to be the 2.8-litre diesel engine. If you want to balance good levels of performance with acceptable economy it’s the only … More »Space Invader (Chrysler Grand Voyager 2008-present day)
ENGINES – The focus for many is likely to be the Punto’s petrol engines. These small capacity units deliver high levels of refinement and kind to your finances. … More »Making A Grande Entrance (Fiat Grande Punto 2006-2010)
ENGINES – Far from being starved of choice, BMW endowed the E90 3 Series range with a wide variety of both petrol and diesel engines. Mile-munchers will love the … More »Sensible Money Premium Holdall (BMW 3 Series Touring 2005-2012)
ENGINES – Do remember that being a big car the C5 needs a good size engine to power it along. Predictably, the diesel motors make the most sense: plenty of power … More »This C5’s No Flop (Citroen C5 5dr 2004-2008)
ENGINES – The trio of engines offered with the 300C are sure to divide opinion. The regular V6 petrol motor, although potent, will probably be passed over for the … More »Star-Spangled Load-Lugger (Chrysler 300C Touring 2006-2010)
ENGINES – Chevrolet's core Aveo fleet consists of 1.2 and 1.4-litre petrol engines. For what is effectively an urban runabout, the petrol variants make alot of financial … More »Chevrolet Hatches Affordable Plan (Chevrolet Aveo 2008-2011)
ENGINES - Vauxhall has always been generous in this department, and there's a wide range of petrol and diesel engines available. Remember that the estate variant … More »Car Of The People (Vauxhall Vectra estate 2005-2008)
ENGINES – Citroen had the good sense to ship the car with a sensible choice of small motors. And at this scale diesel power is luxury, not a necessity. The various … More »Not Two Good To Be True (Citroen C2 2003-2009)
ENGINES – As is often the case, the more recent the car the more engine options available for it. The good news is that there isn’t a duff motor in the A3 line-up, … More »Ringing Endorsement (Audi A3 Sportback 2004-2012)
ENGINES – Sensible people will go straight to models powered by diesel despite the presence of petrol alternatives. Not only is Volvo’s D5 diesel the most cost effective … More »Mud Plugger (Volvo XC90 2002-present day)