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Kia celebrates 30th anniversary in Britain
Kia 30th anniversary

Kia celebrates 30th anniversary in Britain

Kia has changed a lot in the past 30 years, going from budget car brand to becoming a rival to some established premium brands - how have they done it…
Features
25 Oct 2021
MINI introduces Shadow Edition trim to Hatch and Convertible line-up
MINI hatch shadow edition - front

MINI introduces Shadow Edition trim to Hatch and Convertible line-up

Dark exterior touches and additional kit for new Shadow Edition trim now available across MINI Hatch and Convertible line-up
News
25 Oct 2021
Used Audi A3 (Mk3, 2012-2020) review
Used Audi A3 Mk3 - front

Used Audi A3 (Mk3, 2012-2020) review

The Audi A3 is a popular premium hatch that’s efficient, good to drive and has a classy feel
Used car tests
22 Oct 2021
BMW M135i xDrive updated for 2022 with chassis tweaks
BMW M135i xDrive - front

BMW M135i xDrive updated for 2022 with chassis tweaks

BMW says its revisions have made the M135i even sharper to drive – and there’s a new enhanced driving sound for the car’s stereo
News
20 Oct 2021
Used BMW 1 Series (Mk2, 2011-2019) review
Used BMW 1 Series Mk2 - front static

Used BMW 1 Series (Mk2, 2011-2019) review

The Mk2 BMW 1 Series is not the roomiest small hatchback, but fun handling and efficient running make up for it
Used car tests
20 Oct 2021
New 2021 Kia Ceed facelift on sale from £20,105
Kia Ceed facelift - front

New 2021 Kia Ceed facelift on sale from £20,105

Order books are now open for the refreshed Kia Ceed, which arrives with sportier styling, more driver assistance technology and a revised engine range
News
18 Oct 2021
New Ford Focus unveiled with 2021 facelift and tech updates
Ford Focus ST Line - front

New Ford Focus unveiled with 2021 facelift and tech updates

Ford has given the Focus hatchback a refresh for 2021, with a new design and an improved infotainment suite
News
14 Oct 2021
New 2021 DS 4 hatchback on sale now from £25,350
DS 4 - front action

New 2021 DS 4 hatchback on sale now from £25,350

The new DS 4 premium hatchback VW Golf rival features pseudo-SUV styling and the option of a 223bhp 1.6-litre plug-in hybrid powertrain
News
12 Oct 2021
New DS 4 2021 review
DS 4 - front

New DS 4 2021 review

The upmarket French brand is aiming to ruffle a few feathers in the premium hatch class with its new DS 4
Road tests
12 Oct 2021
SEAT Leon e-Hybrid: long-term test review
SEAT Leon e-Hybrid long termer - second report static

SEAT Leon e-Hybrid: long-term test review

Final report: Staycation displays our hybrid hatch’s strengths perfectly
Long-term tests
11 Oct 2021
New Ford Focus vs used Mercedes A-Class
Ford Focus vs Mercedes A-Class

New Ford Focus vs used Mercedes A-Class

Can a used Mercedes A-Class beat a new Ford Focus?
Car group tests
25 Sep 2021
Used SEAT Toledo review
Used SEAT Toledo MK4 - front

Used SEAT Toledo review

A full used buyer’s guide on the SEAT Toledo covering the Toledo Mk4 (2012-2019)
Used car tests
17 Sep 2021
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New 2022 Ford Fiesta unveiled with fresh looks and tech boost
Ford Fiesta facelift - front

New 2022 Ford Fiesta unveiled with fresh looks and tech boost

Ford updates its Fiesta supermini for 2022, with a new family face and extra interior technology
News
16 Sep 2021
New Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV 2021 review
Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV - front

New Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV 2021 review

The plug-in hybrid Renault Megane E-Tech hatch joins the estate as the model progresses towards full-EV capability
Road tests
18 Aug 2021
New Kia Ceed 2021 review
Kia Ceed - front

New Kia Ceed 2021 review

The popular Kia Ceed has been updated for 2021, but is it now better than ever? We find out...
Road tests
6 Aug 2021
New Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV on sale from £29,495
Renault Megane PHEV - front

New Renault Megane E-Tech PHEV on sale from £29,495

The new Renault Megane PHEV claims fuel economy of up to 235.4mpg and a maximum electric range of 30 miles
News
27 Jul 2021
Used Honda Civic review
Used Honda Civic Mk10 - front

Used Honda Civic review

A full used buyer's guide on the Honda Civic covering the Civic Mk10 (2017-date), Civic Mk9 (2011-2015) and Civic Mk8 (2005-2011)
Used car tests
15 Jul 2021
New Kia Ceed 1.6 CRDi iMT 2021 review
Kia Ceed 1.6 CRDi iMT - front

New Kia Ceed 1.6 CRDi iMT 2021 review

The entry-level Kia Ceed 1.6 CRDi iMT hatch offers good value and fine economy
Road tests
28 May 2021
New Mazda 3 e-SkyActiv X 2021 review
Mazda 3 e-SkyActiv X - front

New Mazda 3 e-SkyActiv X 2021 review

The stylish Mazda 3 e-SkyActiv X hatchback joins the electrification party with a 2.0-litre mild-hybrid engine
Road tests
14 May 2021
Icon Review: Ford Focus Mk1 (1998 - 2004)
Ford Focus Mk1 - front

Icon Review: Ford Focus Mk1 (1998 - 2004)

The second instalment of our Icon Review series features one of the best all-round cars ever made - the Mk1 Ford Focus
Road tests
4 May 2021
New 2021 Fiat Tipo City Sport launched
Fiat Tipo City Sport

New 2021 Fiat Tipo City Sport launched

Fiat has given the Tipo hatchback a few cosmetic tweaks and branded it with a fresh “City Sport” trim-level
News
4 May 2021
New Volkswagen Golf GTD 2021 review
Volkswagen Golf GTD - front

New Volkswagen Golf GTD 2021 review

The new Volkswagen Golf GTD is fast and fun, promising 198bhp and 54mpg
Road tests
12 Mar 2021
New MINI Electric Level 2: long-term test review
MINI Electric

New MINI Electric Level 2: long-term test review

Final report: Did a limited range mar life with the MINI Electric?
Long-term tests
2 Mar 2021
Used Kia Cee'd (Mk2, 2012-2018) review
Used Kia Cee'd - front static

Used Kia Cee'd (Mk2, 2012-2018) review

A full used buyer’s guide on the Kia Cee’d covering the Cee’d Mk2 (2012-2018)
Used car tests
3 Jan 2019
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