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Steve Sutcliffe
Steve Sutcliffe has been a car journalist for over 30 years, and is currently a contributing editor to Auto Express and its sister magazine Evo. Previously Sutcliffe was road test editor at What Car? and editor of Autocar. He is also a successful racing driver, competing in the BTCC with Lexus and for the factory team in the TVR Tuscan Challenge for three years. He has competed in the Nurburgring 24h three times and finished on the podium with Aston Martin in the Silverstone 24h in 2008. In 2007 he became one of the first journalists ever to be allowed to drive a current F1 car, setting highly competitive times around Silverstone in Jenson Button’s Honda RA107.  
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio long-term test: flawed but tonnes of fun
Auto Express contributor Steve Stucliffe pumping up the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio's rear nearside tyre

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio long-term test: flawed but tonnes of fun

Second report: We play around with tyre pressures and drive modes, and fall in love with our Alfa all over again
Long-term tests
9 Apr 2025
New Maserati GranTurismo Folgore 2025 review: near-£200k EV is quick, but compromised
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New Maserati GranTurismo Folgore 2025 review: near-£200k EV is quick, but compromised

The all-electric Maserati GranTurismo Folgore boasts huge performance, but is lacking when it comes to weight and efficiency
Road tests
26 Mar 2025
Audi A5 Avant review
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Audi A5 Avant review

The Audi A5 Avant makes a lot of sense as a family car, if you can afford the premium price  
In-depth reviews
17 Mar 2025
New Land Rover Defender OCTA 2025 review: ferocious and graceful in equal measure
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New Land Rover Defender OCTA 2025 review: ferocious and graceful in equal measure

The 626bhp Land Rover Defender OCTA sets a mind-boggling performance benchmark for the popular off-roader
Road tests
12 Mar 2025
BMW M5 review
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BMW M5 review

The seventh-generation BMW M5 (G90) is a seriously fast and deeply refined mega-saloon
In-depth reviews
25 Feb 2025
New Nissan Ariya Nismo 2025 review: hot electric SUV lacks some bite
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New Nissan Ariya Nismo 2025 review: hot electric SUV lacks some bite

Applying a legendary Japanese performance brand name to the Nissan Ariya electric SUV is a bold move, but it works – to a certain degree, at least
Road tests
5 Feb 2025
New Skoda Superb Sleeper Edition review: a rocket ship in disguise
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New Skoda Superb Sleeper Edition review: a rocket ship in disguise

It may look like a regular Skoda Superb, but the Sleeper Edition is hiding a 477bhp engine under its bonnet
Road tests
8 Jan 2025

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Volkswagen Golf vs itself: original Mk1 head-to-head with today’s Mk8.5
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Volkswagen Golf vs itself: original Mk1 head-to-head with today’s Mk8.5

VW’s legendary Golf is 50. We look at where it started, how it’s changed – and where it’s going
Car group tests
24 Dec 2024
Porsche Macan Electric review
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Porsche Macan Electric review

Hi-tech, good to drive, and with a high-end interior, the Macan Electric feels like a proper Porsche
In-depth reviews
10 Dec 2024
New Audi S5 Avant review: a sturdy and speedy estate car
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New Audi S5 Avant review: a sturdy and speedy estate car

This sporty estate is a highly appealing all-rounder
Road tests
3 Dec 2024
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New BMW M5 Touring 2024 review: a sensational performance estate
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New BMW M5 Touring 2024 review: a sensational performance estate

The new BMW M5 Touring estate is spacious, comfortable and incredibly fast
Road tests
5 Nov 2024
New Porsche Panamera GTS 2024 review: a serious BMW M5 rival
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New Porsche Panamera GTS 2024 review: a serious BMW M5 rival

The latest Porsche Panamera GTS might fly in the face of the brand’s electrified future, but it’s a terrific performer
Road tests
22 Oct 2024
Ferrari 12Cilindri review
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Ferrari 12Cilindri review

The Ferrari 12Cilindri is an awesome new interpretation of the Daytona for the 21st century, and it drives even better than it looks
In-depth reviews
2 Oct 2024
New Kia EV6 prototype review: fun EV is improved where it counts
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New Kia EV6 prototype review: fun EV is improved where it counts

We already liked the Kia EV6, but now the brand has brought in some effective upgrades
Road tests
2 Sep 2024
New Lotus Emeya 2024 review: has the Porsche Taycan met its match?
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New Lotus Emeya 2024 review: has the Porsche Taycan met its match?

The new Lotus Emeya is a great electric car that’s packed with quality and tech
Road tests
2 Jul 2024
New Ford Mustang Dark Horse 2024 review: muscle car monster to wake the neigh-bours
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New Ford Mustang Dark Horse 2024 review: muscle car monster to wake the neigh-bours

The Mustang Dark Horse is fantastic to drive but also potentially bittersweet
Road tests
28 Jun 2024
Audi TT Roadster Final Edition long-term test: it’s the end of the road for this upmarket sports car
Auto Express contributing editor Steve Sutcliffe leaning on the Audi TT Roadster Final Edition

Audi TT Roadster Final Edition long-term test: it’s the end of the road for this upmarket sports car

Final report: we say farewell, not just to a much-loved car, but to an era
Long-term tests
6 Jun 2024
New Ford Mustang GT 2024 review: iconic muscle car roars into the digital age
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New Ford Mustang GT 2024 review: iconic muscle car roars into the digital age

The new Mustang GT introduces fresh looks and plenty of updated technology, all of which is accompanied by a traditional V8 soundtrack
Road tests
17 May 2024
New Aston Martin DB12 Volante 2024 review: a stunning drop-top GT
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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
Road tests
15 Apr 2024
New Polestar 4 prototype review: the brand’s new superstar
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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
Road tests
22 Mar 2024
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio 2024 facelift review: updates transform this fast SUV
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Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio 2024 facelift review: updates transform this fast SUV

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio gets a slight power boost to keep it competitive against the Porsche Cayenne Turbo
Road tests
12 Mar 2024
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 2024 facelift review: one of the most complete sports saloons
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Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 2024 facelift review: one of the most complete sports saloons

Updates for 2024 have rectified many of the Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio’s previous issues
Road tests
12 Mar 2024
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New Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid 2024 review: an almost perfect family SUV
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New Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid 2024 review: an almost perfect family SUV

Updates keep the Porsche Cayenne E-Hybrid at the front of the luxury SUV pack
Road tests
2 Feb 2024
New McLaren 750S review: the 720's sensational replacement
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New McLaren 750S review: the 720's sensational replacement

The new McLaren 750S is an evolution of the 720S, and brings extra excitement
Road tests
17 Nov 2023
The world's best car simulator: we get behind the wheel
Steve Sutcliffe driving in the Dynisma driving simulator

The world's best car simulator: we get behind the wheel

Dynisma’s driving simulator is so advanced that it could eventually replace conventional car development and testing. We head to the firm’s Bristol HQ…
Features
30 Oct 2023
New Lucid Air 2023 review
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New Lucid Air 2023 review

The new luxury Lucid Air blows away the electric car competition
Road tests
28 Sep 2023
New Ferrari Roma Spider 2023 review
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New Ferrari Roma Spider 2023 review

Ferrari hits the bullseye with the superb Roma Spider drop-top grand tourer
Road tests
27 Sep 2023
BMW X1 xDrive23i: long-term test
Auto Express special contributor Steve Sutcliffe dressed in a graduation cap and gown, standing next to our long-term BMW X1

BMW X1 xDrive23i: long-term test

Final report: class swot or dunce? Here’s the end-of-term verdict
Long-term tests
4 Sep 2023
New Lotus Eletre 2023 review
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New Lotus Eletre 2023 review

The new Lotus Eletre electric SUV heralds a new era for the British sports car maker
Road tests
10 Jul 2023
Alpine A110 GT: long term test
Steve Sutcliffe holding 'au revoir' sign

Alpine A110 GT: long term test

Final report: we’re sad to say goodbye to French sports car
Long-term tests
24 Mar 2023
Porsche Boxster 986 (2000-2003) icon review
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Porsche Boxster 986 (2000-2003) icon review

Never mind SUVs; the Boxster 986 was Porsche’s saviour. We find out why…
Road tests
9 Mar 2023
New Ferrari Purosangue 2023 review
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New Ferrari Purosangue 2023 review

The Ferrari Purosangue is every bit as spectacular to drive as it looks. Just don’t call it an SUV
Road tests
8 Mar 2023
New Porsche 911 Dakar 2023 review
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New Porsche 911 Dakar 2023 review

The beefed-up Porsche 911 Dakar is surprisingly capable away from the road
Road tests
1 Feb 2023
Best BMW M cars ever
Best BMW M cars

Best BMW M cars ever

With a legendary roster of fabulous performance cars in its illustrious history, here's our pick of the M power crop...
Features
19 Jan 2023