Car group tests

New Fiat Panda faces a steep climb to get to the top of the city car class as it meets its rivals from Kia and Hyundai

Crossovers are big news in the UK, so we see if the new Subaru XV can beat the class-leading Kia Sportage

New Renault Fluence Z.E. meets Nissan Leaf in first electric car head-to-head

Muscular new VW Beetle aims to build on the sales success of previous cars. But can it see off its MINI and Vauxhall rivals?

All-new Mercedes B-Class is targeting the best compact MPVs. We test it against two top buys

Has Chevrolet finally come up with a supermini class contender? We test the new Aveo against the Hyundai i20

Is the new turbo BMW Z4 the best choice for top-down fun? We test it against its rivals from Audi and Nissan

World’s first diesel hybrid, the Peugeot 3008, meets two very different rivals

The all-new Porche 911 goes up against the Jaguar XKR in its sternest test yet

Vauxhall aims to turn the MPV class upside down with its classy new Zafira Tourer. We test it against key rivals from Ford and SEAT

Which top-value hot hatch serves up more fun per pound? We pit the new Swift Sport against the Clio Gordini to find out

Which premium supermini offers the best combination of style, pace and efficiency?

Power. Pace. Poise. That’s what the new BMW M5 is all about, but can it beat the thrilling Jaguar XFR?

Can the new Honda Civic rocket to the top of the family hatch class? We test it against the VW Golf and Ford Focus

We get ready for a close finish as the ultra-efficient new BMW 520d ED takes on our reigning executive champ, the Audi A6

The revised Land Rover Discovery 4 takes on the BMW X5 – which is the best big SUV?

The Hyundai Veloster cleverly combines smart coupe with practical family hatch – but how does it compare against the real deal in the form of the Vaux…

It’s time to bring out the big guns, as the Mercedes SLS AMG Roadster meets the Porsche 911 Turbo Cabrio

The new Zetec S models turn up the heat on the Ford Focus. So is the flagship turbo the best warm hatch?

Does the new Aventador live up to Lamborghini legend? We test it against its classic predecessors

Our end-of-year special preview of all the great new models coming your way in the next 12 months

Downsizing to an eco-friendly supermini can slash your costs. But does Kia’s ultra-efficient new Rio demand any compromises? We find out as it meets t…

New diesel MINI Coupe mixes striking looks with low costs. Can it see off a trio of stylish rivals?

Is the new Korando a fresh start for SsangYong? We test it against the Hyundai ix35

Has the new VW up! redefined the city car class? We find out in its first test on British roads

Which are the cheapest cars to run? We do the sums to name 10 great buys that don’t break the bank

Latest hot hatches are named after famous circuits. But do they live up to their badges? We put the new Corsa and Clio head-to-head

Our road test team has assessed over 300 cars in 2011. Now we pick the best tests and best winners...

The Vauxhall Astra has got sexy at last. But is sleek new GTC the best three-door hatch?

Can the revised Kia Soul beat the Nissan Juke's mix of head-turning looks and supermini practicality?

The Audi Q3 is late to the small SUV party. So can it steer the flow of sales away from key rivals?

Cut-price Renault Clio takes on Suzuki’s smart Splash city car in our sub-£10k battle

BMW says its new 640d will be the best-selling 6 Series ever. How does it match up against legendary eighties M635 CSi?

The new Kia Picanto three-door meets its key rivals in a city car battle

Porsche has fitted its Panamera with a diesel. Can it see off the Jaguar XJ?

Chrysler is pinning its hopes on a pair of rebadged Lancias. Can the Ypsilon and Delta compete?