Long-term tests
Mitsubishi Evolution X: 5,249 miles

Mitsubishi Evolution X: 5,249 miles
Second report: We knew our Evo was costly, but an early tyre change was a major surprise.
Mercedes C320: 4,700 miles

Mercedes C320: 4,700 miles
SECOND REPORT: Editor in chief David Johns is counting the cost of driving a 'thirsty’ diesel.
Kia Cee’D: 6,021 miles

Kia Cee’D: 6,021 miles
SECOND REPORT: Our three-door Pro_cee’d is a bit of all-white!
Suzuki Splash: 2,311 miles

Suzuki Splash: 2,311 miles
First report: The newest model on our fleet is off to a good start – bar one minor headache!
Peugeot 207 SW: 6,148 miles

Peugeot 207 SW: 6,148 miles
Second report: Our compact load-lugger is wearing well under the constant pressure of a pair of mucky pups
Citroen C4 Picasso

Citroen C4 Picasso
We take the C4 on one last trip before we say goodbye to our 12-month old long-termer.
Subaru Justy 1.0 R

Subaru Justy 1.0 R
Our staff photographer loves all things Oriental. Will this include our new Japanese city car?
Toyota Yaris 1.4

Toyota Yaris 1.4
Second report: Would baby score on 1,100-mile trip to watch Scotland’s finest football team?
Audi A3 Cabriolet Sport

Audi A3 Cabriolet Sport
FIRST REPORT: We join the winning team at Le Mans in our new Audi. But is it a champ, too?
Chrysler 300C Touring

Chrysler 300C Touring
Our latest arrival is Chrysler’s stunning, all-American 300C Touring.
BMW 535d Touring

BMW 535d Touring
Have we ever had a long-term car that’s as good to drive and as versatile as BMW's 535d Touring? Our man is struggling to think of anything better...
Honda Civic Type-R

Honda Civic Type-R
It's never easy saying goodbye, but one of our road testers is so sorry to see our Honda Civic type R depart, he’s taken to desperate measures to prev…
Nissan X-Trail

Nissan X-Trail
It looks like it would be more at home on the United nations fleet, but our Nissan X-Trail is proving its worth as a daily comp…
Volvo C30

Volvo C30
Our new Volvo C30 is so eye-catching, it stands out beside even the most striking landmarks.
Mitsubishi Evo X

Mitsubishi Evo X
Meet Evo-Man! Armed with a cape and blue tights, he’s the ideal driver for our Mitsubishi Evo x – a car that easily transforms from mild-mannered comm…
Ford S-MAX 2008 - long term test

Ford S-MAX 2008 - long term test
Our motoring editor’s been in a bit of a sweat – and it’s all down to the ‘greenhouse effect’ of his S-Max cabin!
MINI Clubman Cooper D

MINI Clubman Cooper D
The university city’s car factory builds around 260,000 MINIs a year. We went to collect our new model – and see how the Clubman goes from raw bodyshe…
Mazda 6 2.0D TS2

Mazda 6 2.0D TS2
Our new Mazda 6 is a capable cruiser over long distances, but fun on b-roads, too – so it’s certain to be a big hit as our team members plan their sum…
The deer shunter

The deer shunter
An unfortunate encounter with the rural wildlife has left our SEAT Leon Cupra in tatters. The poor deer came off worse – but we’re also mourning the e…
Under Cover

Under Cover
The Skoda Roomster: chic or freak? Some have taken to wearing disguises to avoid being seen in it, but despite the debatable looks, it’s still proving…
Kia Pro_cee’d Sport

Kia Pro_cee’d Sport
It’s been a hectic start to life for the Pro_cee’d as everyone on the team wants a piece of the action...
Mercedes C320 CDI

Mercedes C320 CDI
A day out at Mercedes’ sensational ‘theme park’ proved to be a great introduction to life with our C-Class.
Peugeot 207 SW

Peugeot 207 SW
Our 207 sw was forced off the road weeks after joining the fleet – so only now it’s been fixed are we really starting to appreciate it.
BMW 535d M Sport Touring

BMW 535d M Sport Touring
Our BMW 5-Series Touring swallowed masses of gear and took the worst of the Alpine winter weather in its stride on a recent family skiing trip...
Nissan X-Trail Sport Expedition

Nissan X-Trail Sport Expedition
Is the Nissan X-Trail the ideal car for our man Pete Gibson’s growing clan? We’ll find out over the next year!
Toyota Yaris 1.4 D-4D TR

Toyota Yaris 1.4 D-4D TR
Delays in receiving a parking permit have prevented us really getting to know our new Toyota Yaris. but now we’re up and running – and first impressio…
Mazda MX-5 RC Sport

Mazda MX-5 RC Sport
Our Mazda MX-5 has been in the wars – but we gave it some ‘scuff love’ and patched up the bodywork with the help of Halfords’ Smart repairs expert tea…
Toyota Auris

Toyota Auris
Has the Toyota hatch left a pleasant taste after 12 months on test? Our chocaholic managing editor serves up his verdict on the rebranding from Coroll…
Honda Civic Type R

Honda Civic Type R
We’ve had plenty of fun on the race circuit in our Honda Civic Type R. But does the three-door thriller perform as well as …
Citroen C4 Picasso

Citroen C4 Picasso
The chance to work outside London saw our Citroen C4 Picasso head for rural England – loaded with a fortnight of luggage and a bike
SEAT Leon Cupra

SEAT Leon Cupra
Our bright yellow SEAT Leon FR TDI is making way for an even more distinctive Cupra version. So what are our first impressions – and is the flagship h…
Audi TT Coupé 3.2 quattro

Audi TT Coupé 3.2 quattro
Read it and weep... the brochure will soon be the only reminder of the great service we’ve had from our TT as we bid the classy Audi coupé a sad goodb…
Whine glum!

Whine glum!
A mystery engine noise has been annoying us during our final few weeks in the note. but guess what?
Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 30

Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 30
After an amazing year on the Auto Express fleet, we’ve said farewell to Volkswagen’s Golf GTI Edition 30, but can it be considered among the very fine…
Land Rover Freelander 2008 - long-term test

Land Rover Freelander 2008 - long-term test
Our long term Freelander has found favour with staff photographer Pete Gibson