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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
News2 years ago
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
Long-term review2 years ago
What grants can you get for an electric car in the UK? | 2025 update
You could get a bit of money off the installation of a home charger – here are the grants currently available, and how to claim them.
Advice4 years ago
Vauxhall Insignia Grand Sport hatchback (2017 - ) review
4
The traditional family car may be suffering due to the popularity of the SUV, but there’s still plenty to recommend the Vauxhall Insignia. Find out...
Expert review6 years ago
Audi A5 Cabriolet convertible (2016 - ) review
4
If you’re in the market for an upmarket, four-seat sun-seeker, they don’t come any more refined or composed than the A5 Cabriolet. Rear our review...
Expert review6 years ago
SEAT Arona SUV (2017 - 2021) review
3.5
The Seat Arona is a small SUV that offers buyers a more stylish alternative to supermini-sized hatchbacks. Find out why such cars are becoming more...
Expert review6 years ago
Vauxhall Crossland X SUV (2017 - 2020) review
3
The Crossland X aims to be the sensible, practical option in Vauxhall’s compact SUV lineup, alongside the sportier Mokka X. Find out here whether it...
Expert review6 years ago
Nissan Micra Hatchback (2016 - ) review
3.5
The Nissan Micra is a safe, stylish supermini. Read our expert review to find out whether it’s a smart buy.
Expert review6 years ago
Suzuki Swift Hatchback (2017 - 2020) review
4
The updated Suzuki Swift gets more safety kit, ‘mild hybrid’ tech as standard and fresh looks but loses the fizzy turbocharged 1.0-litre engine...
Expert review7 years ago
Honda Civic Hatchback (2016 - 2019) review
3.5
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...
Expert review7 years ago
Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (2017 - 2020) review
4.5
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...
Expert review7 years ago
Hyundai Kona SUV (2017 - 2021) review
4
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...
Expert review7 years ago
Hyundai i30 Fastback (2017 - ) review
3.6
The Hyundai i30 Fastback offers more boot space than the hatchback, plus styling that blends hatchback and saloon into one
Expert review7 years ago
Audi RS4 Avant Estate (2017 - 2018) review
4.1
Audi bolts a very powerful engine into its A4 estate to create a car that mixes high performance with family transport, and a rival to the...
Expert review7 years ago
Alfa Romeo Stelvio (2017 - 2023) review
4
Read about the updated Alfa Romeo Stelvio, complete with comprehensively improved interior and revised model line-up
Expert review7 years ago
Skoda Octavia Hatchback (2017 - 2020) review
4
The Skoda Octavia’s enduring popularity with families, police pursuit drivers and minicabbers underlines its inherent toughness, the interior space...
Expert review8 years ago
Volkswagen T-Roc SUV (2017 - 2021) review
3.7
The Volkswagen T-Roc hopes to appeal to style-conscious younger buyers who want looks, practicality and the latest tech in an urban 4x4
Expert review8 years ago
Hyundai i30 hatchback (2017 - ) review
3.5
The i30 is Hyundai’s challenger to some of the best family cars on the planet, and aims to take on the likes of the Volkswagen Golf, Ford Focus and...
Expert review8 years ago
Skoda Rapid hatchback (2017 - ) review
3.1
You get a lot of car and a very big boot for your money, but there are some pretty impressive rivals out there, and we think you can spend your...
Expert review8 years ago
Kia Stinger Hatchback (2017 - 2021) review
4
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...
Expert review8 years ago

New Cars 2017

Coming Soon: updated Peugeot 208 and e-208

Living with a… Cupra Born (Final report)

What grants can you get for an electric car in the UK? | 2025 update

Vauxhall Insignia Grand Sport hatchback (2017 - ) review

Audi A5 Cabriolet convertible (2016 - ) review

SEAT Arona SUV (2017 - 2021) review

Vauxhall Crossland X SUV (2017 - 2020) review

Nissan Micra Hatchback (2016 - ) review

Suzuki Swift Hatchback (2017 - 2020) review

Honda Civic Hatchback (2016 - 2019) review

Volkswagen Golf Hatchback (2017 - 2020) review

Hyundai Kona SUV (2017 - 2021) review

Hyundai i30 Fastback (2017 - ) review

Audi RS4 Avant Estate (2017 - 2018) review

Alfa Romeo Stelvio (2017 - 2023) review

Skoda Octavia Hatchback (2017 - 2020) review

Volkswagen T-Roc SUV (2017 - 2021) review

Hyundai i30 hatchback (2017 - ) review

Skoda Rapid hatchback (2017 - ) review

Kia Stinger Hatchback (2017 - 2021) review

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