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2018 BMW Z4 Review 1 week ago

BMW Z4 Convertible (2018 - ) review

The two-seat BMW Z4 Roadster is targeted at buyers that want a really sporty open-topped car, without sacrificing creature comforts and the latest technology. Its main rivals are the Audi TT Roadster, Mercedes SLC and Porsche 718 Boxster.
2018 BMW 8 Series Review 3 weeks ago

BMW 8 Series Coupe (2018 - ) review

The BMW 8 Series aims to combine long-distance comfort and high performance in one stylish and high-tech package. Its high price puts it into competition with luxury cars from Aston Martin, Mercedes and Porsche to name a few.
Lamborghini Urus Review 4 weeks ago

Lamborghini Urus SUV (2018 - ) review

The Urus is a luxury SUV from Lamborghini that aims to combine Italian hypercar performance with a family-friendly, practical car. Its rivals include the Bentley Bentayga and the Porsche Cayenne Turbo.
The REV Test: Vicki Butler-Henderson, Rachael Hogg, Erin Baker Feature 1 month ago

Welcome to The REV Test

Three women, three cars. Which is the best for you? Every week, Rachael, Erin and Vicki Butler-Henderson (REV... get it?) are testing three cars based on how people search for them at Auto Trader.
News 1 month ago

Paris Motor Show 2018: All you need to know

There are as many manufacturers not going to this year’s Paris Motor Show as there are going, but there’s still plenty to see and a good handful of car debuts to get excited about.
Review 2 months ago

McLaren Senna Coupe (2018- ) review

Named after McLaren’s most legendary Formula 1 driver, the Senna’s goal is to channel his spirit into the driving seat of a car focused on the track, but also able to deliver on the road.
Toyota GT86 Best Of 4 months ago

The cheapest sports cars

Maximum fun for minimum cash? Here’s our guide to the cheapest, new sporty cars you can get.
Feature 4 months ago

The REV Test: Hot hatches

This week, it’s the turn of the hot hatches. The Honda Civic Type R, VW Golf GTI and Seat Leon Cupra ST face the REV Test, but which is the best hot hatch – or hot estate – of them all?
MGB GT Feature 5 months ago

Best cars for Father's Day

If you’re feeling super generous, or just fancy having a chat about ‘the good old days’, how about our pick of the best cars for Father’s Day? There’s a few classics in there, a few proper dad cars, and a couple of newer options too.
2018 Ford Fiesta ST Review 6 months ago

Ford Fiesta ST hatchback (2018 - ) review

The Ford Fiesta ST is a small hot hatch, but don’t go thinking it’s some cheap alternative to a ‘proper’ hot hatch. This car has the tools to shame much more expensive machinery, not to mention the Renaults and Peugeots with which it competes directly.
2018 Mercedes G-Class Review 6 months ago

Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV (2018 - ) review

The Mercedes G-Class has been around for 40-odd years now, and while it was once a rugged working vehicle, it’s now marketed as an ultra-fashionable luxury off-roader. On that score, it competes with the likes of the Porsche Cayenne and the Range Rover.
Feature 6 months ago

The range explained... Volkswagen

Don't know your Polo from your Passat, or the difference between a Tiguan and a T-Roc? Have no fear, here's our guide to every car sold by the world's biggest car manufacturer.
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