VW Golf 7 Engine: Real-World Performance
How the VW Golf 7 petrol and diesel engines perform in daily driving and what owners should know about their upkeep.
Category: Engine Guides
BMW 318i Engine: What Makes It Last
The engines behind the BMW 318i over the years, why they earned a good name for reliability and what each one needs to last.
4G63 Engine: A Popular Choice for Enthusiasts
Why the Mitsubishi 4G63 four-cylinder is loved by enthusiasts, the cars it came in and what to check when buying one.
The Hyundai G4GC Engine: A Reliable 2.0 Choice
The Hyundai and Kia G4GC 2.0 Beta II engine: the models it powers, why it is reliable and what to check on a used one.
The BMW E90 Engines: An Overview
An overview of the petrol and diesel engines in the BMW E90, what each does well and the problems to look out for.
Nissan 350Z Engine: Power and Precision
What powers the Nissan 350Z, how the VQ35 V6 behaves on the road, and what owners should know about upkeep and replacement.
The BMW E46 318i: Reliable and Efficient Engine
The engines in the BMW E46 318i, why they are efficient and reliable, and the faults to check on an older car.
The Nissan TD27 Engine: A Reliable Workhorse
The Nissan TD27 2.7 diesel: the vehicles it powers, why it lasts and the checks to make before buying a replacement.
BMW E36 Engine: A Closer Look at an Iconic Design
The four- and six-cylinder engines fitted to the BMW E36, what made them special and what to watch for on older units.
The 1.8 Toyota Corolla Engine: A History of Success
A look at the Toyota Corolla 1.8 engine, the versions fitted over the years and why it earned a name for long, trouble-free service.