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Long-term tests

Mitsubishi Evolution X: 5,249 miles
LT 4

Mitsubishi Evolution X: 5,249 miles

Second report: We knew our Evo was costly, but an early tyre change was a major surprise.
Long-term tests
13 Aug 2008
Mercedes C320: 4,700 miles
C320 fr

Mercedes C320: 4,700 miles

SECOND REPORT: Editor in chief David Johns is counting the cost of driving a 'thirsty’ diesel.
Long-term tests
6 Aug 2008
Kia Cee’D: 6,021 miles
Cee'd dor

Kia Cee’D: 6,021 miles

SECOND REPORT: Our three-door Pro_cee’d is a bit of all-white!
Long-term tests
4 Aug 2008
Suzuki Splash: 2,311 miles
Splash ears

Suzuki Splash: 2,311 miles

First report: The newest model on our fleet is off to a good start – bar one minor headache!
Long-term tests
30 Jul 2008
Peugeot 207 SW: 6,148 miles
207 fr

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
Long-term tests
23 Jul 2008
Citroen C4 Picasso
Picasso rock

Citroen C4 Picasso

We take the C4 on one last trip before we say goodbye to our 12-month old long-termer.
Long-term tests
9 Jul 2008
Subaru Justy 1.0 R
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?
Long-term tests
20 Jun 2008
Toyota Yaris 1.4
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?
Long-term tests
11 Jun 2008
Audi A3 Cabriolet Sport
A3 fr2

Audi A3 Cabriolet Sport

FIRST REPORT: We join the winning team at Le Mans in our new Audi. But is it a champ, too?
Long-term tests
2 Jun 2008
Chrysler 300C Touring
Chrysler 300C

Chrysler 300C Touring

Our latest arrival is Chrysler’s stunning, all-American 300C Touring.
Long-term tests
2 Jun 2008
BMW 535d 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...
Long-term tests
2 Jun 2008
Honda Civic Type-R
Honda Civic

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…
Long-term tests
28 May 2008
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Nissan X-Trail
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…
Long-term tests
21 May 2008
Volvo C30
Volvo C30

Volvo C30

Our new Volvo C30 is so eye-catching, it stands out beside even the most striking landmarks.
Long-term tests
21 May 2008
Mitsubishi Evo X
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…
Long-term tests
12 May 2008
Ford S-MAX 2008 - long term test
Ford S-MAX

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!
Long-term tests
12 May 2008
MINI Clubman Cooper D
MINI Clubman

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…
Long-term tests
7 May 2008
Mazda 6 2.0D TS2
Mazda 6 front

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…
Long-term tests
2 May 2008
The deer shunter
SEAT Leon

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…
Long-term tests
25 Apr 2008
Under Cover
Skoda Roomster

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…
Long-term tests
25 Apr 2008
Kia Pro_cee’d Sport
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...
Long-term tests
23 Apr 2008
Mercedes C320 CDI
Mercedes C320

Mercedes C320 CDI

A day out at Mercedes’ sensational ‘theme park’ proved to be a great introduction to life with our C-Class.
Long-term tests
23 Apr 2008
Peugeot 207 SW
Peugeot 307 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.
Long-term tests
17 Apr 2008
Renault Laguna 2.0 dCi
Renault Laguna

Renault Laguna 2.0 dCi

Our long term Laguns is causing Kim a few headaches.
Long-term tests
16 Apr 2008
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BMW 535d M Sport Touring
BMW 535d 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...
Long-term tests
9 Apr 2008
Nissan X-Trail Sport Expedition
Nissan X-Trail

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!
Long-term tests
2 Apr 2008
Toyota Yaris 1.4 D-4D TR
Toyota Yaris

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…
Long-term tests
2 Apr 2008
Mazda MX-5 RC Sport
Mazda MX-5 RC

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…
Long-term tests
19 Mar 2008
Toyota Auris
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…
Long-term tests
5 Mar 2008
Honda Civic Type R
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 …
Long-term tests
5 Mar 2008
Citroen C4 Picasso
Citroen 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
Long-term tests
27 Feb 2008
SEAT Leon Cupra
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…
Long-term tests
20 Feb 2008
Audi TT Coupé 3.2 quattro
Audi TT

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…
Long-term tests
20 Feb 2008
Whine glum!
nissan front

Whine glum!

A mystery engine noise has been annoying us during our final few weeks in the note. but guess what?
Long-term tests
13 Feb 2008
Volkswagen Golf GTI Edition 30
gti front

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…
Long-term tests
13 Feb 2008
Land Rover Freelander 2008 - long-term test
Land Rover Freelander

Land Rover Freelander 2008 - long-term test

Our long term Freelander has found favour with staff photographer Pete Gibson
Long-term tests
6 Feb 2008
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