Long-term tests
Honda e:Ny1 Advance long-term test: smart charging requires backward thinking

Honda e:Ny1 Advance long-term test: smart charging requires backward thinking
Third fleetwatch: off-peak ambitions stalled by backwards logic
Skoda Superb automatic hatch long-term test: crisis averted with a garage detour

Skoda Superb automatic hatch long-term test: crisis averted with a garage detour
Second fleetwatch: mileage countdown cured without main dealer prices
Peugeot E-3008 GT long-term test: striking looks but troublesome tech

Peugeot E-3008 GT long-term test: striking looks but troublesome tech
Second report: Peugeot’s big-screen player looks the part, but lacks star quality
Dacia Duster Journey Hybrid long-term test: a family car that does everything you need

Dacia Duster Journey Hybrid long-term test: a family car that does everything you need
We’re looking forward to life with a bargain-priced family SUV
Volvo EC40 Plus long-term test: clever infotainment helps avoid jams

Volvo EC40 Plus long-term test: clever infotainment helps avoid jams
Fleetwatch: the Volvo EX40's smart navigation, charging information and speed camera warnings come in useful
MG3 Hybrid+ long-term test: sound system isn’t music to our ears

MG3 Hybrid+ long-term test: sound system isn’t music to our ears
Second fleetwatch: listening to podcasts reveals audio clarity issues
Mazda CX-30 Homura long-term test: small SUV is fit for family life

Mazda CX-30 Homura long-term test: small SUV is fit for family life
Second report: family life is messy, but our SUV keeps things neat and tidy
BMW 530e Touring long-term test: huge boot comes to the rescue

BMW 530e Touring long-term test: huge boot comes to the rescue
Fleetwatch: The BMW 530e Touring's huge 1,700-litre boot proves to be a huge help during a house move
Cupra Tavascan V1 long-term test: roomy interior means lots of space for little ones

Cupra Tavascan V1 long-term test: roomy interior means lots of space for little ones
Fleetwatch: the Cupra Tavascan swallows car seats with ease thanks to plenty of rear seat space
Ineos Grenadier Trialmaster long-term test: as tough as it is thirsty

Ineos Grenadier Trialmaster long-term test: as tough as it is thirsty
Second report: we get down and dirty to find out if our Grenadier is the best four-wheel-drive you can buy today
Suzuki Swift Hybrid Motion long-term test: cheap fuel bills are overshadowed by high insurance

Suzuki Swift Hybrid Motion long-term test: cheap fuel bills are overshadowed by high insurance
Third report: Hybrid supermini has the Monopoly when it comes to fuel economy
Range Rover Sport P550e Autobiography long-term test: expensive, effortless and just getting started

Range Rover Sport P550e Autobiography long-term test: expensive, effortless and just getting started
Is our Range Rover Sport PHEV talented enough to make it a convincing alternative to an EV?
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio long-term test: the weather forecast says sideways

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio long-term test: the weather forecast says sideways
Fleetwatch: damp weather plays havoc with the Alfa’s rear end
Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer Pro S Match long-term test: EV meets the harshest of critics… three daughters

Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer Pro S Match long-term test: EV meets the harshest of critics… three daughters
Large electric estate faces its toughest test yet: family life
Genesis GV60 Premium long-term test: a great EV, if you can afford it

Genesis GV60 Premium long-term test: a great EV, if you can afford it
Final report: did our upmarket EV impress us more than its ‘lesser’ siblings?
Lexus LBX Takumi long-term test: compact SUV puts its taxi credentials to the test

Lexus LBX Takumi long-term test: compact SUV puts its taxi credentials to the test
Second report: cool cab or rank outsider? We see how hybrid fares as a taxi
Used Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor long-term test: popular EV meets its replacement

Used Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor long-term test: popular EV meets its replacement
Final report: we compare used with new as we say goodbye to our EV
Renault Scenic Iconic Long Range long-term test: Eco mode shines in cold weather

Renault Scenic Iconic Long Range long-term test: Eco mode shines in cold weather
Third fleetwatch: our Renault Scenic's efficiency is still impressive despite the recent cold spell
Volkswagen ID. Buzz Style long-term test: a likeable but imperfect MPV

Volkswagen ID. Buzz Style long-term test: a likeable but imperfect MPV
Final report: there was much to like about the big EV, despite some glaring flaws
MINI Countryman SE ALL4 JCW long-term test: groovy SUV is tarnished by troublesome tech

MINI Countryman SE ALL4 JCW long-term test: groovy SUV is tarnished by troublesome tech
Final report: we’ll miss our small electric SUV, despite the occasional sat-nav wobbles
Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor long-term test: a genuine rival for Tesla and BMW

Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor long-term test: a genuine rival for Tesla and BMW
Final report: the Polestar 2's 400-mile official range meant longer trips were tackled with ease
Best long-term car tests 2024: our top daily drives

Best long-term car tests 2024: our top daily drives
Throughout 2024, we’ve lived with a huge variety of cars, experiencing highs and lows along the way. Here are some of our stand-out moments of the yea…
Smart #1 Premium long-term test: software updates improve tech niggles

Smart #1 Premium long-term test: software updates improve tech niggles
Second report: speed-limit recognition system shows signs of inconsistency
Citroen C5 Aircross Max long-term test: family SUV meets the Sinclair C5

Citroen C5 Aircross Max long-term test: family SUV meets the Sinclair C5
Final report: hybrid technology isn’t new, but it has been improved over the years, thankfully
Peugeot E-2008 GT long-term test: SUV’s range will leave you scratching your head

Peugeot E-2008 GT long-term test: SUV’s range will leave you scratching your head
Final report: spending six months with our EV has been an eye-opener
BMW iX1 eDrive20 M Sport long-term test: great customer service rescues our SUV

BMW iX1 eDrive20 M Sport long-term test: great customer service rescues our SUV
Final report: our time with this electric SUV comes to a damp end
Fiat 600e La Prima long-term test: stylish EV divides opinions

Fiat 600e La Prima long-term test: stylish EV divides opinions
Final report: the Fiat 600e fails to impress on longer motorways trips, but excels in its natural habitat around town
Vauxhall Corsa GS long-term test: long trips highlight supermini's comforts

Vauxhall Corsa GS long-term test: long trips highlight supermini's comforts
Final report: big-selling supermini has been a hit over the past six months
Nissan Ariya e-4ORCE long-term test: plush family EV is under pressure from newer rivals

Nissan Ariya e-4ORCE long-term test: plush family EV is under pressure from newer rivals
Final report: our time with the big Nissan EV was good, but not great
Renault Clio E-Tech long-term test: stylish supermini is frugal with fuel 

Renault Clio E-Tech long-term test: stylish supermini is frugal with fuel
Final report: did we overcome our fears about downsizing to a supermini?
BYD Dolphin Design long-term test: compact EV is a near-perfect family runaround

BYD Dolphin Design long-term test: compact EV is a near-perfect family runaround
Final report: How did the small BY Dolphin electric hatch cope with family life?
Skoda Enyaq Coupe 85 Edition long-term test: sporty styling enhances EV's appeal

Skoda Enyaq Coupe 85 Edition long-term test: sporty styling enhances EV's appeal
Final report: does a sleek rear end detract from the Skoda Enyaq’s practical allure?
Toyota C-HR Excel long-term test: hybrid SUV is capable but not the most exciting

Toyota C-HR Excel long-term test: hybrid SUV is capable but not the most exciting
Final report: strikingly styled SUV leaves us with plenty of questions
Vauxhall Astra GSe PHEV long-term test: family hatch has its fair share of flaws

Vauxhall Astra GSe PHEV long-term test: family hatch has its fair share of flaws
Final report: we bid farewell to our plug-in hybrid hatch with a long round trip to Leeds
Honda CR-V Advance long-term test: hybrid SUV ticks all the boxes

Honda CR-V Advance long-term test: hybrid SUV ticks all the boxes
Second report: our high-class SUV is supremely practical transport