Mazda 3 Takumi long-term test: a great all-round family hatchback
Mazda 3 Takumi long-term test: a great all-round family hatchback
Final report: we say farewell to our trusty photographer’s assistant
13 May 2024
Skoda Karoq 4x4 DSG: long-term test review
Skoda Karoq 4x4 DSG: long-term test review
Final report: Our Czech SUV’s all-round ability will be sorely missed
9 Nov 2023
Jaguar F-Pace PHEV: long-term test review
Jaguar F-Pace PHEV: long-term test review
Final report: hybrid Jag signs off with a visit from its sporty SVR relative
13 Mar 2023
Kia Niro Hybrid: long-term test review
Kia Niro Hybrid: long-term test review
Final report: Our hybrid had more than its fair share of problems, but there was much to like, too
6 Mar 2023
Mazda CX-5 diesel: long-term test review
Mazda CX-5 diesel: long-term test review
Final report: six months in our Mazda CX-5 have shown that diesel engines still have a place
14 Nov 2022
Cupra Formentor V1: long-term test
Cupra Formentor V1: long-term test
Final report: company’s standalone SUV is a great ambassador for the Spanish brand
13 Apr 2022
Ford Puma ST-Line: long-term test
Ford Puma ST-Line: long-term test
Final report: the fun-to-drive and practical Ford Puma has been a success
20 Aug 2021
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Mazda 3 Skyactiv-X: long-term test review
Mazda 3 Skyactiv-X: long-term test review
Final report: the Mazda 3 may not have been perfect, but we’ll miss our good-looking family hatch
5 Jan 2021
Volkswagen Touareg R-Line: long-term test review
Volkswagen Touareg R-Line: long-term test review
Final report: VW’s V6 diesel has been a highlight of our time with big SUV
10 Dec 2019
Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI: long-term test review
Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI: long-term test review
Final report: Our Audi A6 Avant estate has been the perfect workmate for photographer Pete
6 Jun 2019
Volvo XC60 T8 Twin Engine: long-term test review
Volvo XC60 T8 Twin Engine: long-term test review
Final report: Volvo XC60 T8 Twin Engine SUV has convinced our man of the benefits of PHEV power
29 Nov 2018
Volvo XC60 R-Design: long-term test review
Volvo XC60 R-Design: long-term test review
Update: comfy, quiet and smooth-riding Volvo XC60 SUV takes the motorway commute in its stride
4 Sep 2018
Volkswagen Arteon R-Line long-term test
Volkswagen Arteon R-Line long-term test
Final Report: flagship Volkswagen Arteon is a fine travelling companion, but there are still some niggles
13 Aug 2018
Long-term test review: Peugeot 3008
Long-term test review: Peugeot 3008
Final report: it’s been all smiles during our man’s 12 months with the brilliant Peugeot 3008 crossover
23 Apr 2018
Long-term test review: SEAT Ateca
Long-term test review: SEAT Ateca
Final report: Striking family-friendly SUV is still worthy of our award
13 Jun 2017
Long-term test review: Renault Kadjar
Long-term test review: Renault Kadjar
Final report: practical Renault Kadjar crossover has starred in 10 months’ use
4 Nov 2016
Long-term test review: Ford Mondeo
Long-term test review: Ford Mondeo
Final report: 'Global' family car feels like it's best suited to US roads
28 Jan 2016
Long-term test review: Peugeot 308 SW BlueHDi Feline
Long-term test review: Peugeot 308 SW BlueHDi Feline
Fourth report: Stylish estate loads up for the school holidays
27 Aug 2015
Kia Carens 1.7 CRDi diesel: long term test review
Kia Carens 1.7 CRDi diesel: long term test review
Final report: We bid a fond farewell to practical Kia Carens 1.7 CRDi diesel seven-seater
16 Oct 2014
Honda CR-V: Second report
Honda CR-V: Second report
Our man gets to know the Honda CR-V well as he criss-crosses the UK
13 Mar 2013
Honda CR-V: First report
Honda CR-V: First report
Our staff photographer, Pete Gibson, welcomes the revised Honda CR-V SUV to our fleet
31 Dec 2012
Audi Q3: Final report
Audi Q3: Final report
We say farewell to our fabulously practical camera car that shone as an unlikely track star, too
28 Nov 2012
Audi Q3: Fifth report
Audi Q3: Fifth report
Our superbly versatile Audi Q3 SUV is proving to be a car of many talents
1 Aug 2012
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
Petrol-electric 3 Series hybrid weighs slightly more but has serious performance and good fuel economy to boot
5 Jul 2012
Audi Q3: Fourth report
Audi Q3: Fourth report
We’re sweeping up the roads to prevent another mishap on our 4x4
4 Jun 2012
Audi Q3: Second report
Audi Q3: Second report
We’ve had to get a screen chip fixed, but this hasn’t spoiled our enjoyment of crossover
15 Feb 2012
Audi Q3: First report
Audi Q3: First report
Compact SUV is set for a gruelling stint on our fleet in the hands our staff photographer
16 Jan 2012
Kia Sportage: Fourth report
Kia Sportage: Fourth report
A recent scrape has shown just how popular the Kia is proving – as parts shortages mean we faced a month-long wait for a repair
21 Nov 2011
Kia Sportage
Kia Sportage
Dealer service has really impressed after wheel problem on crossover
12 Sep 2011
Renault Megane ST
Renault Megane ST
Is our Renault Megane Sport Tourer ‘tres bien’, or do we wish it a ‘bon voyage’?
31 May 2011
Kia Sportage: First Report
Kia Sportage: First Report
Class-leading seven-year warranty is only the start, as the more we drive Korean crossover, the more we fall for it...
2 Mar 2011
Skoda Yeti
Skoda Yeti
We’re still not sure about the badge, but everything else about crossover is brilliant – so it will be sorely missed!
28 Jan 2011
Skoda Yeti 1.2 TSI
Skoda Yeti 1.2 TSI
Our man has been on the hunt for the best version of our Car of the Year, and it looks like he’s tracked down a winner!
13 Aug 2010
Subaru Legacy
Subaru Legacy
Our Legacy is about to gallop off into the sunset after eight months. Has it proven a thoroughbred with us?
25 Jun 2010