In-depth reviews

The new Nissan Micra might be from a Japanese brand, but it’s built in France and designed in the UK; a varied birth, but one that still comes togethe…

Performance, efficiency and practicality are Smart #1 highlights, but it needs ride quality and infotainment improvements to best its rivals

Our extensive testing of the electric Renault Scenic E-Tech reveals an innovative and hi-tech family car with few weak points

The Alpine A290 all-electric hot hatchback is rounded, well priced, and has desirability in spades

The Audi A3 is a tempting premium hatchback choice with a great range of engines and an improved interior

The Frontera misses the mark slightly for design and quality, but this budget-friendly Vauxhall scores well in most areas

For family buyers contemplating the switch to electric motoring, the Ariya is a capable and upmarket-feeling option

The Vauxhall Mokka is a solid all-rounder, but it doesn’t really stand out in any key area

The Vauxhall Grandland is a practical and attractively priced family SUV, but it’s not particularly interesting to drive

We didn’t find it to be the most exciting drive, but the C3 Aircross provides plenty of space and seven-seat flexibility at a low price

All-electric Vauxhall Astra is stylish, well-equipped and now costs less to buy, but there are more talented alternatives out there

The Renault 4 isn’t just a more practical R5, it has a unique retro charm all of its own

The retro-inspired Renault 5 electric supermini is well priced, nice to drive, and has great tech

The latest Renault Megane E-Tech blends an old name with new tech for an EV-only future

The Corsa Electric has decent performance and range, but some versions are better value for money than others

The Citroen e-C3 is a cheap French supermini and exactly the sort of small electric car we’ve been waiting for ever since battery tech hit the big tim…

The all-electric Citroen e-C4 family crossover offers decent space and tech for a great price

The quirky Citroen e-C4 X combines impressive comfort and decent electric range, but there are more versatile EVs out there

Removing the seats to create the Toyota Land Cruiser Commercial produces an interesting alternative to a double-cab pick-up truck

The 3 Series Touring blends all of the qualities that make the saloon so good with a practical estate car body

MG’s conservatively styled B-segment SUV delivers on most counts, but it lacks a bit of flair

If you're looking for an all-electric family SUV that will fit effortlessly into daily life, the Skoda Enyaq is an excellent choice

The Skoda Elroq is even more appealing than the bigger Skoda Enyaq, and just as brilliant

An efficient hybrid powertrain and plenty of standard kit make the Toyota Yaris a key contender in the supermini segment

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N really is the first electric vehicle that can be considered a true driver’s car

Premium Audi Q6 e-tron electric SUV wows with a quality, spacious interior, but the ride quality is compromised

The electrified 7 Series adds another dimension to the luxury driving experience

Striking Hyundai Ioniq 5 EV has received a mid-life makeover and remains as competitive as ever

The quirky, half-pint Hyundai Inster is a remarkably versatile, efficient and very lovable EV

This is no small update, but a wholesale reimagination of Nissan’s c-segment EV for the better. The new Leaf is very, very good. And it’s built in Bri…

Big-selling crossover now comes with an all-electric powertrain. Does it offer any compromises?

The Defender remains one of the most desirable SUVs around, offering a combination of genuine off-road ability, style and practicality

The superb Audi A6 e-tron has a wide appeal, making it the best executive EV from the brand to date

Famous Ford Mustang nameplate gets a more aggressive look for its seventh generation

The Suzuki Swift continues to offer plenty of value and efficiency in a dwindling supermini market