Road tests
New BMW 5 Series 2024 review: exec express impresses in G60 form
New BMW 5 Series 2024 review: exec express impresses in G60 form
The new BMW 5 Series goes large on technology and electrification but the keen dynamics that have long characterised the model line remain
2 May 2024
New Suzuki Swift 2024 review: a supermini value champion
New Suzuki Swift 2024 review: a supermini value champion
The new Suzuki Swift has arrived in the UK to take on a dwindling number of supermini rivals
2 May 2024
New Jeep Wrangler facelift 2024 review: great off-road, but too expensive
New Jeep Wrangler facelift 2024 review: great off-road, but too expensive
Updates are welcome, but the Jeep Wrangler remains hard to recommend when compared to the Land Rover Defender
29 Apr 2024
New Fangchengbao 5 review: BYD's answer to the Land Rover Defender
New Fangchengbao 5 review: BYD's answer to the Land Rover Defender
Another intriguing model from the burgeoning BYD stable, the Fangchengbao looks to take on the Land Rover Defender
29 Apr 2024
New BYD Seal 5 DM-i 2024 review: plug-in hybrid saloon is understated but also underwhelming
New BYD Seal 5 DM-i 2024 review: plug-in hybrid saloon is understated but also underwhelming
The plug-in hybrid BYD Seal 5 DM-i could come to the UK next year, but first impressions are a bit of a mixed bag
29 Apr 2024
New Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 review: held back by its downsized engine
New Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 review: held back by its downsized engine
While the new Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 looks the part, it's 3.0-litre straight-six engine is somewhat disappointing
28 Apr 2024
New Volkswagen Passat Estate 2024 review: an ideal SUV-antidote
New Volkswagen Passat Estate 2024 review: an ideal SUV-antidote
Sharp steering and a large glass area make the new Volkswagen Passat easy to place on a twisty road
26 Apr 2024
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New MG3 2024 review: hybrid supermini is a total bargain
New MG3 2024 review: hybrid supermini is a total bargain
MG’s smallest car undercuts all of its rivals when it comes to price, and it offers a huge amount for the money
26 Apr 2024
New GWM Ora 07 2024 review: a characterful EV in a crowded market
New GWM Ora 07 2024 review: a characterful EV in a crowded market
Ora’s second model isn’t a cat, but funky enough – and surprisingly good to drive
24 Apr 2024
New Audi S3 Sportback 2024 review: fast, fun and full of charisma
New Audi S3 Sportback 2024 review: fast, fun and full of charisma
The updated Audi S3 now has some serious bite and new-found style
22 Apr 2024
New Audi A3 facelift 2024 review: big improvements for the premium hatch
New Audi A3 facelift 2024 review: big improvements for the premium hatch
The updated Audi A3 hasn’t been revolutionised, but is thoroughly improved thanks to a set of small but impactful improvements
22 Apr 2024
New GWM Ora 03 PRO+ 2024 review: updates fail to hide its flaws
New GWM Ora 03 PRO+ 2024 review: updates fail to hide its flaws
The refreshed GWM Ora 03 EV claims more range and revamped tech
19 Apr 2024
New Mercedes CLE Cabriolet 2024 review: an appealing open-top cruiser
New Mercedes CLE Cabriolet 2024 review: an appealing open-top cruiser
The Mercedes CLE Cabriolet arrives to take on the BMW 4 Series Convertible in the executive drop-top market
18 Apr 2024
Hillman Imp (1963-1976) icon review: small, slow but seriously good fun
Hillman Imp (1963-1976) icon review: small, slow but seriously good fun
We revisit the diminutive classic that majored on fun
16 Apr 2024
New Audi RS e-tron GT prototype review: big changes bring big gains
New Audi RS e-tron GT prototype review: big changes bring big gains
Audi’s high-end e-tron GT has picked up a range of cutting edge new technologies and a huge performance boost
15 Apr 2024
New Aston Martin DB12 Volante 2024 review: a stunning drop-top GT
New Aston Martin DB12 Volante 2024 review: a stunning drop-top GT
This version of the DB12 has lost its roof but none of its appeal
15 Apr 2024
New BMW X3 prototype review: first impressions of next-gen mid-size SUV
New BMW X3 prototype review: first impressions of next-gen mid-size SUV
The X3 is a BMW best-seller and we’ve taken an early drive of the new model that's about to take over that baton
14 Apr 2024
New Omoda 5 prototype review: an establishment-beating SUV
New Omoda 5 prototype review: an establishment-beating SUV
It's not the finished product but the Omoda 5 has the potential to shake up the budget SUV market
12 Apr 2024
New Mercedes G 580 with EQ Technology ride review: on the road in the electric G-Class
New Mercedes G 580 with EQ Technology ride review: on the road in the electric G-Class
Mercedes has electrified its iconic G-Class, and we’ve been for a ride in the quad-motor, off-road-ready EV prior to its official unveiling
12 Apr 2024
New Volkswagen T-Cross 2024 review: a small SUV that struggles to stand out
New Volkswagen T-Cross 2024 review: a small SUV that struggles to stand out
VW’s smallest SUV leads on value and image, but is too unremarkable to stand out in its crowded segment?
11 Apr 2024
New Porsche Taycan Turbo GT review: a ferocious performance EV
New Porsche Taycan Turbo GT review: a ferocious performance EV
The 1,020bhp Porsche Taycan Turbo perfectly demonstrates what the German brand is capable of in EV era
10 Apr 2024
New Kia Sorento 2024 review: a good car just got even better
New Kia Sorento 2024 review: a good car just got even better
The popular seven-seat Kia Sorento SUV gets a new look, and a lower starting price
10 Apr 2024
New Porsche Taycan facelift 2024 review: a benchmark for performance EV saloons
New Porsche Taycan facelift 2024 review: a benchmark for performance EV saloons
The Porsche Taycan has been facelifted for 2024, but the updates make it almost feel like an all-new model
3 Apr 2024
New Toyota Land Cruiser 2024 review: an icon reborn and reinvigorated
New Toyota Land Cruiser 2024 review: an icon reborn and reinvigorated
The new Toyota Land Cruiser is more sophisticated, tech laden and stylish than ever, but gives up none of the last car’s capability or dependability
1 Apr 2024
Rover SD1 (1976-1986) icon review: not just a pretty face
Rover SD1 (1976-1986) icon review: not just a pretty face
With Ferrari-inspired styling and a V8 under the bonnet, Rover’s executive hatch had potential
29 Mar 2024
New Lexus LBX 2024 review: a small SUV with premium appeal
New Lexus LBX 2024 review: a small SUV with premium appeal
The small Lexus LBX SUV breaks new ground for the luxury car maker
28 Mar 2024
New Ford Explorer ride review: first impressions of the crucial Blue Oval SUV
New Ford Explorer ride review: first impressions of the crucial Blue Oval SUV
First impressions are good for Ford’s stylish new electric crossover, a model that’s absolutely crucial for the future of Ford
26 Mar 2024
New Rolls-Royce Spectre 2024 review: a peerless EV experience
New Rolls-Royce Spectre 2024 review: a peerless EV experience
The electric Rolls-Royce isn’t completely immune to horrible British road surfaces but it still sets the standard for EV elegance and luxury, just as …
25 Mar 2024
New Volkswagen Golf Black Edition 2024 review: budget GTI hits the right notes
New Volkswagen Golf Black Edition 2024 review: budget GTI hits the right notes
The current Volkswagen Golf Mk8 signs off in semi-sporty style
23 Mar 2024
New MINI Countryman 2024 review: stylish, practical and bigger than ever
New MINI Countryman 2024 review: stylish, practical and bigger than ever
We put the biggest ever MINI through its paces on UK roads to see if its a winner
22 Mar 2024
New Nissan Juke 2024 facelift review: welcome changes inside, but dull to drive
New Nissan Juke 2024 facelift review: welcome changes inside, but dull to drive
The Nissan Juke has been updated for 2024 with a host of interior upgrades, however the driving experience remains unchanged
22 Mar 2024
New Polestar 4 prototype review: the brand’s new superstar
New Polestar 4 prototype review: the brand’s new superstar
It's still not the finished project, but the Polestar 4 is already a seriously impressive electric car
22 Mar 2024
New Jeep Avenger e-Hybrid 2024 review: a good small automatic SUV
New Jeep Avenger e-Hybrid 2024 review: a good small automatic SUV
The new Jeep Avenger e-Hybrid SUV combines a petrol engine with a sprinkling of electric tech
21 Mar 2024
New Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 2024 review: sets the standard for performance EVs
New Hyundai Ioniq 5 N 2024 review: sets the standard for performance EVs
The new Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is a stunning electric car, offering sensational performance wrapped up in a family-friendly package
20 Mar 2024