In-depth reviews

If you’re looking for a stylish, practical and good value supermini, there should be a Vauxhall Corsa in the extensive lineup to suit

The Volvo V40 is a classy and economical alternative to the Audi A3 Sportback, as long as you don't need maximum boot space

Luxurious with sleek styling, the practical Peugeot 508 SW estate is a compelling all-rounder

The Mercedes CLA is a sharp looking four-door variant of the A-Class, and rivals the Audi A3 Saloon

The Vauxhall a well-equipped city car that represents good value, but there are better alternatives around

The Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer is a comfortable and competent load-lugger that gives pricier premium rivals a run for their money

The Mitsubishi Shogun 4x4 is a rugged cross-country tool that feels dated on the road

Sensational supercharged V8-powered Jaguar XKR mixes sports car handling with true GT abilities

Love or loathe the BMW X6, there’s no doubt that it’s a luxurious, impressive performer

It's not the roomiest small hatch, but fun handling and efficient running make up for it

The DS3 Cabrio is a strong rival to the MINI Convertible thanks to a good drive and good looks

The DS 3 is an upmarket rival to the MINI with posh aspirations, but it's starting to feel its age

The Jeep Cherokee is a good off-roader, but has an uphill struggle to make an impact in the SUV class

The Renault Megane RS is a sophisticated hot hatch that's a true contender in the class

Wild looks, rocketship speed and sharp handling put the Ford Focus RS at the top of the hot hatchback tree

The Kia Venga has made a big impact in the mini MPV sector, with great space and strong value

The S7 Sportback is the fastest version of the classy A7. Its twin-turbo V8 engine gives this luxury hatch serious punch

A huge cabin and pillowy ride are the highlights of this car, but a dated dash and high price dent the appeal

Latest BMW M3 is a straight-six, turbocharged super-saloon with blistering performance

Toyota's van-based MPV is more sophisticated than its workmanlike origins suggest

The McLaren 570GT adds extra everyday usability to McLaren’s thrilling Sports Series formula

The Mazda 3 offers sharp handling and lots of kit, making it a serious contender in the hatchback class

BMW 2 Series convertible replaced the old 1 Series soft-top with more pace, efficiency and style

Volkswagen's iconic Beetle has traded cuteness for a sporty feel. But it can't match the MINI for driving fun

The Jaguar F-Pace SVR came late to the performance SUV party but was certainly worth the wait

A replacement for the Ferrari F12, the 812 Superfast goes straight into the brand’s hall of fame as an all-time great

Ferocious performance and agile handling mean the stunning Ferrari 488 GTB coupe and Spider are far from your usual entry-level machines

The Alfa Romeo Giulietta is one of the prettiest hatchbacks around. It’s fun to drive too but quality and practicality issues let it down

The Honda NSX is an accomplished everyday supercar with hi-tech features and a space-age look

The Abarth 124 Spider is the best ‘MX-5’ you can buy, but it comes at a price

The Fiat 124 Spider uses Mazda MX-5 mechanicals to create a characterful two-seat roadster

Breathtaking pace and everyday practicality make the SEAT Leon Cupra a formidable, if low-key, hot hatch

The Skoda Octavia vRS is a hot hatch with a difference, as it delivers more practicality than any of its rivals

The Renault Twingo has a sporty rear-engined layout, but it's a bit of a disappointment

Audi S1 hot hatch has incredible all-wheel drive pace and a classy cabin, but it comes with a chunky price tag, too

The Volvo S60 piles on the style, but lacks the extensive engine and trim line-up of the highly-rated V60 estate