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Executive cars

The most important cars of the last 35 years
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The most important cars of the last 35 years

We’ve reviewed hundreds of models over the past 35 years, but these are the ones that our team believes really made a difference
Best cars & vans
13 Oct 2023
2024 BMW i4 almost ready to take the fight to new Tesla Model 3
Facelifted BMW i4 - front tracking

2024 BMW i4 almost ready to take the fight to new Tesla Model 3

Our first look at the updated i4 suggests BMW’s electric exec could soon be revealed
News
4 Oct 2023
BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes S-Class: 2023 twin test review
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BMW 7 Series vs Mercedes S-Class: 2023 twin test review

We stretch out in the new BMW 7 Series and Mercedes S-Class to find a luxury champ
Car group tests
30 Sep 2023
Zeekr 001 review
Zeekr 001 - front tracking

Zeekr 001 review

Zeekr and its electric executive hatchback, the 001, are coming to the UK very soon. Will they make an impact?
Road tests
29 Sep 2023
Range Rover Velar vs Volvo XC60: 2023 twin test review
Volvo CX60 and Range Rover Velar - front tracking

Range Rover Velar vs Volvo XC60: 2023 twin test review

Can the updated Range Rover Velar beat the Volvo XC60 in PHEV guise?
Car group tests
16 Sep 2023
Audi A4 (2015-2024) review
Audi A4 S-Line - front tracking

Audi A4 (2015-2024) review

The Audi A4 is a smart and sophisticated executive saloon that impresses with its build quality and improved levels of comfort
In-depth reviews
8 Sep 2023
New 2023 Mercedes-AMG E 53: hot saloon and estate spied
Mercedes AMG E53 estate - front

New 2023 Mercedes-AMG E 53: hot saloon and estate spied

Sporty AMG versions of the latest E-Class will begin with the 53
News
18 Aug 2023
New 2023 BMW 4 Series facelift spotted on the road
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New 2023 BMW 4 Series facelift spotted on the road

Latest interior technology set to arrive on new 4 Series
News
4 Aug 2023
Used Mercedes E-Class (Mk5, 2016-2023) review
Mercedes E-Class Mk5 - front static

Used Mercedes E-Class (Mk5, 2016-2023) review

Our full used buyer’s guide on the Mercedes E-class, covering the E-Class Mk5 that’s been on sale since 2016
Used car tests
26 Jul 2023
New Mercedes E 300 e plug-in hybrid 2023 review
Mercedes E 300 e - front

New Mercedes E 300 e plug-in hybrid 2023 review

Big on comfort and technology, the plug-in hybrid E-Class looks set to be a fleet favourite…
Road tests
24 Jul 2023
New 2023 BMW i5 makes Goodwood appearance
BMW i5 Goodwood 2023

New 2023 BMW i5 makes Goodwood appearance

All-electric executive car comes with up to 593bhp
News
14 Jul 2023
New Nio ET5 to make UK public debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed
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New Nio ET5 to make UK public debut at Goodwood Festival of Speed

The all-electric Nio ET5 comes with up to 366 miles of range
News
6 Jul 2023
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New Mercedes EQE 300 2023 review
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New Mercedes EQE 300 2023 review

The entry-level Mercedes EQE has all the key qualities of the pricier versions but still suffers in comparison to executive car rivals
Road tests
5 Jul 2023
New Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 2023 facelift review
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio - front

New Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio 2023 facelift review

The updated Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio is better than ever, with a unique appeal and serious performance
Road tests
5 Jul 2023
Premium Hybrid Car of the Year 2023: Mercedes C 300 e
Mercedes C 300 e - Premium Hybrid Car of the Year 2023

Premium Hybrid Car of the Year 2023: Mercedes C 300 e

The Mercedes C 300 e is the 2023 Auto Express Premium Hybrid Car of the Year with the BMW 330e and Lexus NX 450h+ commended
Awards
5 Jul 2023
Used Audi A5 Sportback (Mk2, 2016-date) review
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Used Audi A5 Sportback (Mk2, 2016-date) review

Combining coupe looks with hatchback practicality produced a versatile five-door executive car in the Audi A5 Sportback
Used car tests
1 Jul 2023
Tesla Model S Plaid beats Nurburgring record
Tesla Model S facelift - front

Tesla Model S Plaid beats Nurburgring record

Tesla has surpassed its own record for electric production cars around the iconic Nurburgring Nordschleife circuit
News
5 Jun 2023
Audi A6 range refreshed for 2024 alongside S6 TDI
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Audi A6 range refreshed for 2024 alongside S6 TDI

The simplified Audi A6 saloon and Avant ranges will start from £43,965
News
31 May 2023
New 2023 BMW 5 Series revealed: powertrains, design and technology
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New 2023 BMW 5 Series revealed: powertrains, design and technology

The all-new BMW 5 Series executive saloon will go on sale in October with petrol and pure electric options available
News
26 May 2023
“The new BMW 5 Series is everything the brand does best in one car”
BMW 5 Series - opinion

“The new BMW 5 Series is everything the brand does best in one car”

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks the new 5 Series shows that BMW is in a good place to withstand any future challenges
Opinion
24 May 2023
2023 DS 9 gets new trim levels and extra power
DS 9 - front static

2023 DS 9 gets new trim levels and extra power

Fresh interior options come to flagship DS in latest revisions
News
19 May 2023
New Alpina B3 Touring 2023 review
Alpina B3 Touring - front

New Alpina B3 Touring 2023 review

The 488bhp Alpina B3 Touring offers a subtle alternative to BMW’s M3 Touring
Road tests
19 May 2023
New BMW 330e 2023 review
BMW 330e - front cornering

New BMW 330e 2023 review

The facelifted BMW 330e PHEV wouldn’t be our pick of the 3 Series range, but it’s still a top business choice
Road tests
12 May 2023
New Volkswagen ID.7 GTX officially teased
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New Volkswagen ID.7 GTX officially teased

Volkswagen is working on a sporty version of the all-electric ID.7 saloon
News
11 May 2023
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New Alfa Romeo Giulia 2023 review
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New Alfa Romeo Giulia 2023 review

The stylish Alfa Romeo Giulia saloon gets a fresh face and new tech
Road tests
2 May 2023
Mercedes EQE vs Genesis Electrified G80: 2023 twin test review
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Mercedes EQE vs Genesis Electrified G80: 2023 twin test review

Smooth, refined electric executive saloons from Mercedes and Genesis battle it out
Car group tests
29 Apr 2023
New 2023 Mercedes E-Class arrives to take on BMW 5 Series
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New 2023 Mercedes E-Class arrives to take on BMW 5 Series

The all-new Mercedes E-Class has grown in size and every version is now electrified
News
25 Apr 2023
Mercedes C-Class review
Mercedes C-Class

Mercedes C-Class review

A quality interior, great efficiency and strong on-board tech mean that the Mercedes C-Class is a hugely impressive compact executive saloon
In-depth reviews
21 Apr 2023
Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversario twins debut
Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversario

Alfa Romeo Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio 100th Anniversario twins debut

Alfa’s celebrating 100 years of its Quadrifoglio badge with an updated take on its high performance models
News
13 Apr 2023
New Mercedes E-Class All-Terrain spied testing
2023 Mercedes E-Class All-Terrain (camouflaged) - front tracking

New Mercedes E-Class All-Terrain spied testing

Mercedes will offer a rugged All-Terrain version when the all-new E-Class hits showrooms later this year
News
31 Mar 2023
BMW M3 Touring review
BMW M3 Touring Competition - front tracking

BMW M3 Touring review

The M3 Touring drives every bit as well as the saloon, which makes it one hell of a high-performance family car
In-depth reviews
17 Mar 2023
Used Volvo S60 (Mk3, 2019-date) review
Used Volvo S60 Mk3 - front

Used Volvo S60 (Mk3, 2019-date) review

A full used review on the Volvo S60 covering the S60 Mk3 that’s been on sale since 2019
Used car tests
2 Mar 2023
New BMW i4 eDrive35 base model goes on sale
BMW i4 eDrive35

New BMW i4 eDrive35 base model goes on sale

The eDrive35 is the entry-level i4 model with a 299-mile range
News
23 Feb 2023
New 2023 Polestar 2 update revealed with up to 395 miles of range
Polestar 2 update - front

New 2023 Polestar 2 update revealed with up to 395 miles of range

The updated Polestar 2 gets more range, power and performance, as well as tweaked looks
News
24 Jan 2023
New Alfa Romeo Giulia facelift: updated tech and revised line-up for 2023
Alfa Romeo Giulia facelift - front

New Alfa Romeo Giulia facelift: updated tech and revised line-up for 2023

Alfa Romeo’s BMW 3 Series rival will receive a fresh look and new tech for 2023 as well as a rejigged engine and trim line-up
News
6 Dec 2022
New 2023 Audi A6 facelift caught testing
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New 2023 Audi A6 facelift caught testing

Audi is tweaking its executive saloon with a new exterior design and updated infotainment
News
2 Dec 2022
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