In-depth reviews

The MINI Countryman is the brand’s most convincing SUV to date, with a standout interior and petrol or EV power

The Cupra Formentor is a sporty, coupe-SUV that’s talented enough to mix it with more established, premium rivals

The stylish Polestar 2 oozes quality and has a long electric range, but an overly firm ride holds it back

The Vauxhall Vivaro now falls under the Stellantis umbrella, and is more car-like than ever to drive

Electric Renault Scenic is an innovative and hi-tech car with sustainable features

Renault’s experience with electric powertrains is reaping dividends, with smooth operation and good levels of performance

Rear-seat space is average for the class, but the boot size is decent

The Renault 5 falls short of a top Euro NCAP rating, while it’s too soon to comment on reliability

The interior and design of the Renault 5 are very impressive, and the integration of its technology feels cutting-edge

The Renault 5’s running costs should prove to be very low, however it isn’t the best for sustained high-speed driving

If you’re after a pick-up truck that feels smarter and more sophisticated than the rest, then the VW Amarok is the one to choose

The Skywell BE11 holds price and practicality amongst its merits, but lags behind its rivals in too many key areas

Polestar is treading its own path in the EV world and the Polestar 4 is a perfect example of this

The latest MG ZS gets a tried-and-tested powertrain, plus plenty of kit

The Volvo EX90 is a quick, quiet, and roomy electric seven-seater that competes with premium rivals, but its efficiency disappoints

The latest Dacia Duster SUV ditches diesel power in favour of (mostly) hybrid options

Sleek looks define the brand’s largest model, but the technology of the Polestar 3 is unnecessarily fiddly

Hi-tech, good to drive, and with a high-end interior, the Macan Electric feels like a proper Porsche

Electric SUV looks great and is comfortable, but the ride quality is compromised

Skoda’s all-electric coupe-SUV ups the style while still offering plenty of family practicality

The Lexus RZ is a premium EV that makes the most sense in two-wheel drive guise

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

Standard safety kit is excellent, and it's helped the Nissan Qashqai achieve a five-star Euro NCAP rating

The equal price between electric and hybrid versions is the Vauxhall Frontera’s stand-out attribute, although it offers practicality and reasonable ru…

The superb all-new Audi A6 e-tron has a wide array of appealing attributes, making it arguably the best executive EV from the brand to date

Wind-in-the-hair thrills with a dash of family-friendly practicality make the BMW 4 Series Convertible a compelling choice

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

A superb new powertrain and an even wider range of chassis ability, between sumptuous comfort and dynamic handling, make the new Bentley Flying Spur a…

The Nissan X-Trail is bigger and better than before, but its innovative electrified powertrain isn’t as efficient as some rivals

The 523bhp BMW M3 Competition is one of the best performance saloons you can buy

The Genesis GV60 is a desirable and upmarket, if slightly unconventional, all-electric family car

A new name has had little effect on the capability of the Volvo EX40 premium SUV

Fun to drive with a funky interior that’s perfectly practical for a weekend away, the MINI Cooper Convertible is a brilliant little soft-top

The Volvo XC40 is a comfortable and stylish small SUV with some pleasing practical touches

The Cupra Tavascan is the brand’s most convincing EV yet, with impressive ride comfort, fine handling, and excellent interior quality

The Jeep Grand Cherokee struggles to compete with a host of talented SUV rivals at this price point