In-depth reviews

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The bargain-priced Fiesta ST is basic but hugely entertaining and very good value.

Seat's Ibiza is the Spanish firm's sister model to the Skoda Fabia and the classy VW Polo

The 9-5 is disappointing, with competitive pricing failing to compensate for age-related shortcomings.

While the Aveo is well equipped and keenly priced, that’s not enough to make it a good buy.

Aimed at the sort of buyer who's looking for value and space the Rodius is certainly a bit left field.

Any version guarantees an intense, racecar-like driving experience in a way no other road car can. That's what makes it so brilliant.

The C2 looks great and the cabin is smart - and it's hard to beat for value - but many versions lack straight-line speed

With an unbeatable diesel range and other engineering upgrades, the Avensis is good to drive, but falls short of its competitors.

Excellent ride and handling, a roomy cabin and great refinement hand the 5-Series victory in the executive car class. It's also economical to run, tho…

Competing in the prestige coupe and cabriolet market the CLK has it all.

The Polo GTI looks similar to the Golf GTI, but doesn't match its bigger brother's superb ride and handling.

Citroen's affordable van-based MPV tested.

Ageing French supermini is off the pace and due for replacement, but has enough charm to ensure it remains popular to the end.

The Arnage benefited from major revisions in 2006.

With a real dose of Italian style, the Grande Punto is not only one of the largest superminis, it's also one of the best.

Fiat has done a great job with the Sedici. It's good to drive, well built, has a stylish cabin and genuine off-road ability.

This fantastic-looking two-seater coupe and convertible is one of the most characterful around

Firmly established as a manufacturer, Noble Moy Automotive has built up an impressive reputation for building sports cars that can take on the competi…

The 207 isn't a class leader. While the driving experience is a plus, the engine and gearbox disappoint, and the design hasn't changed much.

Stylish Alfa Romeo GT looks great and performs well, especially in diesel guise

The Astra VXR is every inch the no-holds-barred performance car, and keen drivers won't be disappointed.

The Subaru was a disappointment. The cabin and 3.0-litre engine showed promise, it's let down by economy, transmission and body control.

Fleet favourite Vauxhall has been transformed in recent years, now driving as well as the class front-runners.

Mitsubishi's good-looking MPV is appealing, thanks to good looks, performance, handling and competitive pricing.

Well built, refined and comfortable, the Corsa is a great supermini.

With our cities getting more and more congested it's little wonder that people are finally waking up to the qualities of smaller cars.

The Espace has a funky cabin design and superb diesel engines, but an inflexible seating layout, high prices and poor residuals mark it down

It might answer a load of questions that nobody really asked but you can't help but admire Citroen's Pluriel.

The Eos proves that VW is capable of building great cars. With a stiff body, handsome looks and good road manners, it has few weaknesses.

Co-developed in association with General Motors, this Hungarian built compact car has, in its previous form, consistently been a best seller in its na…

The Saab 9-3 saloon is good value but is feeling its age.

The Picanto is great value and competent.