Jeep Cherokee Problems

I'm a fan of the XC60, which still gets The Tick, but you should also consider the Skoda wagon lineup and test drive both the Octavia and Superb as they are from the Volkswagen family but better value.

So things are improving but a 12-month wait - while Jeep sorted transmission problems that affected hundreds of thousands of Cherokees - is still not good.

A cold-start rattle is not unusual while oil gets to the top of an engine but you should push Jeep for a serious investigation. A better-quality oil might also help.

Fiat Chrysler Australia boss Pat Dougherty replies: "I have asked my guys to expedite and we will call Mr Haman directly to advise. If there is a delay for any reason I will call (the US supplier) to get it resolved."

Based on the Chrysler claim for fuel consumption the diesel comes out in front by about $600 after taking into consideration the higher upfront cost and higher servicing costs.

Timely query — at the risk of repeating myself, the Sportage.

Your mechanic is wrong. The new Sorento has been out less than a year, has zero engine troubles and is the one I would pick.

You should go with the tyre placard. That's the official figure from the company that designed and built the car.

Jeep is committed to helping you and company boss Pat Dougherty says the car will be fixed at no cost.