Honda Problems

A good tip, thanks.

The Avenso Versis is a good all-rounder in the people-mover class. Other people-movers you could consider are the Honda Odyssey, Kia Grand Carnival, or VW Caddy Life, you could consider SUVs like the Ford Territory or Nissan Dualis.

Both cars are good ones, and I’m sure you would be happy with either of them. If I had to choose I would probably go for the Mazda, for its economy and servicing costs, and I believe it would be a little more comfortable. The Civic is a very good car, though; it’s well built and a delight to drive.

Thanks for alerting us to something that is going to become a very big issue as more cars use radar and laser systems to improve safety.

You should drive and compare the CX-5, the long-term leader in its class, and the new Tucson. Don’t go for seven seats unless you really need them because of the extra price and ongoing penalty in running costs.

A well-designed seat should not need extra lumbar adjustment. I've spent the past week in an Outback and found the seats excellent in their shape, support and padding.

Go to our free valuation section: http://www.carsguide.com.au/car-valuation and you will be able to find the trade-in value.

I hope you have a better result than the Snows, who were told to put their key into a plastic protective credit card case.

It's not going to be cheap because electronic handbrakes and foot brakes are rare in the compact class. The Honda HR-V has an electric brake and starts at $26,990 on the road, or you can get the bigger Camry with a foot brake for $28,990 drive away.

The latest Carnival is excellent, gets The Tick and rates for me ahead of the Odyssey.