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Citroen C5 Aircross Max long-term test: family SUV meets the Sinclair C5
Citroen C5 Aircross and Sinclair C5

Citroen C5 Aircross Max long-term test: family SUV meets the Sinclair C5

Final report: hybrid technology isn’t new, but it has been improved over the years, thankfully
Long-term tests
13 Nov 2024
Car photography: how to take great pics of your car
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Car photography: how to take great pics of your car

Follow our car photography top tips to make your car presentable when selling it on an online marketplace or just showing it of on social media
Tips & advice
10 Sep 2024
Mazda 3 Takumi long-term test: a great all-round family hatchback
Auto Express senior photographer Pete Gibson taking photos through the Mazda 3's open sunroof

Mazda 3 Takumi long-term test: a great all-round family hatchback

Final report: we say farewell to our trusty photographer’s assistant
Long-term tests
13 May 2024
Skoda Karoq 4x4 DSG: long-term test review
Auto Express staff photographer Pete Gibson standing in various poses next to the Skoda Karoq

Skoda Karoq 4x4 DSG: long-term test review

Final report: Our Czech SUV’s all-round ability will be sorely missed
Long-term tests
9 Nov 2023
Jaguar F-Pace PHEV: long-term test review
Pete Gibson with two Jaguar F-Paces

Jaguar F-Pace PHEV: long-term test review

Final report: hybrid Jag signs off with a visit from its sporty SVR relative
Long-term tests
13 Mar 2023
Kia Niro Hybrid: long-term test
Pete Gibson with Kia Niro Hybrid being recovered

Kia Niro Hybrid: long-term test

Final report: Our hybrid had more than its fair share of problems, but there was much to like, too
Long-term tests
6 Mar 2023
Mazda CX-5 diesel: long-term test review
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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
Long-term tests
14 Nov 2022

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Cupra Formentor V1: long-term test
Cupra Formentor final report: outside SEAT dealership

Cupra Formentor V1: long-term test

Final report: company’s standalone SUV is a great ambassador for the Spanish brand
Long-term tests
13 Apr 2022
Ford Puma ST-Line: long-term test
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Ford Puma ST-Line: long-term test

Final report: the fun-to-drive and practical Ford Puma has been a success
Long-term tests
20 Aug 2021
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
Long-term tests
5 Jan 2021
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Volkswagen Touareg R-Line: long-term test review
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Volkswagen Touareg R-Line: long-term test review

Final report: VW’s V6 diesel has been a highlight of our time with big SUV
Long-term tests
10 Dec 2019
Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI: long-term test review
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Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI: long-term test review

Final report: Our Audi A6 Avant estate has been the perfect workmate for photographer Pete
Long-term tests
6 Jun 2019
Volvo XC60 T8 Twin Engine: long-term test review
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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
Long-term tests
29 Nov 2018
Volvo XC60 R-Design: long-term test review
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Volvo XC60 R-Design: long-term test review

Update: comfy, quiet and smooth-riding Volvo XC60 SUV takes the motorway commute in its stride
Long-term tests
4 Sep 2018
Volkswagen Arteon R-Line long-term test
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Volkswagen Arteon R-Line long-term test

Final Report: flagship Volkswagen Arteon is a fine travelling companion, but there are still some niggles
Long-term tests
13 Aug 2018
Long-term test: Peugeot 3008
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Long-term test: Peugeot 3008

Final report: it’s been all smiles during our man’s 12 months with the brilliant Peugeot 3008 crossover
Long-term tests
23 Apr 2018
Long-term test review: SEAT Ateca
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Long-term test review: SEAT Ateca

Final report: Striking family-friendly SUV is still worthy of our award
Long-term tests
13 Jun 2017
Long-term test review: Renault Kadjar
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Long-term test review: Renault Kadjar

Final report: practical Renault Kadjar crossover has starred in 10 months’ use
Long-term tests
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
Long-term tests
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
Long-term tests
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
Road tests
16 Oct 2014
Honda CR-V: Second report
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Honda CR-V: Second report

Our man gets to know the Honda CR-V well as he criss-crosses the UK
Long-term tests
13 Mar 2013
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Honda CR-V: First report
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Honda CR-V: First report

Our staff photographer, Pete Gibson, welcomes the revised Honda CR-V SUV to our fleet
Long-term tests
31 Dec 2012
Audi Q3: Final report
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Audi Q3: Final report

We say farewell to our fabulously practical camera car that shone as an unlikely track star, too
Long-term tests
28 Nov 2012
Audi Q3: Fifth report
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Audi Q3: Fifth report

Our superbly versatile Audi Q3 SUV is proving to be a car of many talents
Long-term tests
1 Aug 2012
BMW ActiveHybrid 3
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BMW ActiveHybrid 3

Petrol-electric 3 Series hybrid weighs slightly more but has serious performance and good fuel economy to boot
Road tests
5 Jul 2012
Audi Q3: Fourth report
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Audi Q3: Fourth report

We’re sweeping up the roads to prevent another mishap on our 4x4
Long-term tests
4 Jun 2012
Audi Q3: Second report
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Audi Q3: Second report

We’ve had to get a screen chip fixed, but this hasn’t spoiled our enjoyment of crossover
Long-term tests
15 Feb 2012
Audi Q3: First report
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Audi Q3: First report

Compact SUV is set for a gruelling stint on our fleet in the hands our staff photographer
Long-term tests
16 Jan 2012
Kia Sportage: Fourth report
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
Long-term tests
21 Nov 2011
Kia Sportage (2010-2016): long term test
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Kia Sportage (2010-2016): long term test

Dealer service has really impressed after wheel problem on crossover
Long-term tests
12 Sep 2011
Renault Megane ST
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Renault Megane ST

Is our Renault Megane Sport Tourer ‘tres bien’, or do we wish it a ‘bon voyage’?
Long-term tests
31 May 2011
Kia Sportage: First Report
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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...
Long-term tests
2 Mar 2011
Skoda Yeti
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Skoda Yeti

We’re still not sure about the badge, but everything else about crossover is brilliant – so it will be sorely missed!
Long-term tests
28 Jan 2011