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Car news and reviews
New Cars 2017
All the best and most important new cars that are due to be launched in 2017.
Coming Soon: updated Peugeot 208 and e-208
The facelifted 208 gets hybrid option, improved tech and sporty styling inspired by Peugeot’s futuristic racing hypercar
Living with a… Cupra Born (Final report)
The Cupra Born presents as a more exciting twist on the VW ID.3 and the first electric hot hatch – we’re living with one to see if it delivers on both
Alfa Romeo Giulia (2016 - 2023) review
An Alfa Romeo you need not make any excuses for, the Giulia is a sporty, charismatic alternative to that BMW 3 Series, Audi A4 or Mercedes C-Class
Lexus IS 300 Saloon (2016 - ) review
In a conservative market sector the Lexus IS is to be commended for its distinctive style, though some of the quirks border on irritating and...
Lexus LC 500 coupe (2017 - ) review
The Lexus LC is a beautiful, distinctive and stylish coupe straddling the divide between mature GTs like the BMW 8 Series and serious sports cars...
Hyundai i30 Fastback (2017 - ) review
The Hyundai i30 Fastback offers more boot space than the hatchback, plus styling that blends hatchback and saloon into one
Hyundai Kona SUV (2017 - 2021) review
Stylishly put together inside and out, the Hyundai Kona is a strong player in the competitive compact SUV market and well worth adding to your...
Kia Stinger Hatchback (2017 - 2021) review
Read about Kia’s Stinger, the distinctive and stylish four-door coupe with ambitions to put the brand on equal terms with more premium alternatives...
Kia Stonic SUV (2017 - 2020) review
The stylish Kia Stonic is a convincing rival for the likes of the Renault Captur, Fiat 500X and Nissan Juke and delivers a commendably sporty drive...
Kia Picanto Hatchback (2017 - 2020) review
The Picanto is one very impressive city car that’s designed to steal sales from the likes of the Volkswagen Up, Renault Twingo and Fiat 500
Kia Rio Hatchback (2017 - 2020) review
The Kia Rio gets more impressive with every generation and is now a genuine contender against mainstream rivals like the Ford Fiesta
Mazda MX-5 RF convertible (2016 - ) review
The Mazda MX-5 RF is an interesting alternative to the standard car, offering as much fun but extra refinement thanks to its folding metal roof. Our...
Skoda Octavia Hatchback (2017 - 2020) review
The Skoda Octavia’s enduring popularity with families, police pursuit drivers and minicabbers underlines its inherent toughness, the interior space...
Honda Civic Hatchback (2016 - 2019) review
The Honda Civic has always been a strong player in the hatchback sector and, even against some very strong competition, the latest model is an...
Volkswagen T-Roc SUV (2017 - 2021) review
The Volkswagen T-Roc hopes to appeal to style-conscious younger buyers who want looks, practicality and the latest tech in an urban 4x4
Nissan Micra Hatchback (2016 - ) review
The Nissan Micra is a safe, stylish supermini. Read our expert review to find out whether it’s a smart buy.
Volkswagen Arteon Saloon (2017 - ) review
Halfway between a regular hatchback and conventional saloon, the sleek-looking Arteon lacks premium pose value but comes with plenty of tech and...
Volkswagen Golf Estate (2017 - ) review
For die-hards who still favour an estate car over a crossover or compact SUV the Golf is one of the best, with a winning combination of size and...
Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (2017 - 2020) review
Even on the cusp of retirement and with a new model waiting in the wings the Volkswagen Golf remains a benchmark hatchback, with a model to suit...
