Car buying

The latest new car finance deals including some from Skoda, Mazda and Honda, as well as brokers

New and used car dealerships reopen on 12 April with safety measures in place

UK government reduces electric car grant again

How does the new Mk8 Golf GTI compare with the previous model?

With dozens of brands and hundreds of models available, choosing a car can be a lengthy process. Our guide is a great place to start

Our guide to the V5C, an important piece of documentation about your car

We explain the pros and cons of buying an insurance written-off car

Whether you’re buying a new or used car, a decent warranty is essential to protect your purchase. Our guide explains how they work

Cars like these are easy to park, spacious, well-equipped and cheap to run. We pick out the best used hatchbacks

“Dear Carbuyer, I’m searching for a used executive car with driver-assistance features to make my commute easier. What would you recommend for £40,000…

With several manufacturers still offering scrappage and trade-in schemes in 2021, we explain what each one entails

We show you some of the best used cars for £10,000 or less

The BMW 5 Series and Mercedes E-Class have both been updated recently but which is the best premium saloon?

We show you some of the most tempting used cars for £5,000 or less

Our top tips and tricks for buying a car to save you money, hassle and time

As part of our 10th anniversary celebrations, we take a look back at the winners of the coveted Carbuyer Car Of The Year award

UK Government brings ban on sale of new petrol and diesel cars forward but hybrids will be sold until 2035

Everything you need to know about Ford’s high efficiency EcoBoost engine technology

“Dear Carbuyer, I want a petrol-powered four-seater coupé with decent performance. What are my options for £20,000?”

The Volkswagen Golf is a great secondhand car thanks to its hatchback practicality, rock-solid build quality and sophisticated image

Here are some of the best used cars for £7,000 or less

“Dear Carbuyer, I want a sporty car that’s well-equipped and economical enough for my daily commute. What can I get for £25,000?”

How does the new Hyundai i10 compare to the car it replaces? We see whether you should buy the old model or the new one

The mk1 Nissan Leaf was the world's best-selling electric car - how does the new one compare?

“Dear Carbuyer, I’m looking to buy a used family MPV with a premium badge. What can I get for £18,000?”

Even a modest budget gives you a huge variety of cars to consider. Here are the best used cars for £3,000 or less

“Dear Carbuyer, I want a small SUV that’s quick off the mark, what do you recommend for a budget of £16,000?”

According to online retailer BuyaCar, the majority of online purchases are made from mid-morning to mid-afternoon on Mondays

The Renault ZOE is one of Britain's most popular EVs; how has it changed?

Special edition RAV4 goes on sale in October with darkened styling and trim

“Dear Carbuyer, I’ve got a budget of £45,000 for a nearly new, large luxury SUV. What do you recommend?”

The latest BMW 1 Series is noticeably different to its predecessor - we compare old and new

“Dear CarBuyer, I want a good family estate car for a budget of £10,000 - what do you recommend?”

Updated Volkswagen Tiguan and SEAT Ateca go up against all-new Ford Kuga. How do these rivals compare?

Our car price guide will help you get a fair valuation for your car