Road tests

In the compact executive market, individuality is everything. It is no good simply offering a standard model and expecting it to fly out of showrooms;…

In Britain, we love them; in the US, they hate them! If you drive round America, you will soon see that hatchbacks - the most popular style of car in …

From the small executive saloon to the hi-tech supercar, Mercedes has something to offer in nearly every sector of the market, each one combining trad…

People who live anywhere near a Nissan dealer will have noticed something unusual landing in the showroom this week.

It might not be worth as much in Scrabble, but S is to Audi what M is to BMW: a single letter that marks a car out as something particularly special.

If you want a fun and funky new supermini, then it might be time to nip out for a Swift one!

Is this the car that will set the Chevrolet badge apart from its Daewoo predecessor? The new Matiz keeps its city-friendly dimensions and perky stylin…

The Vauxhall Monaro VXR doesn't pull its punches, so neither will we. The latest version is available now, and it boasts more power, bigger brakes plu…

The new Passat story has only just begun...! Last week, we brought you an on-the-road exclusive in VW's flagship 2.0-litre diesel model. Now we have d…

It does not snow very often in this country, but when it does there is no mistaking the owners of a four-wheel-drive car. When everyone else comes sli…

What do you get if you merge a Cadillac with a Corvette? The mighty V8-powered super-saloon that is the CTS-V. Taking on the German giants, the high-p…

When did you last see a Hyundai Sonata on the streets? After four versions and an incredible 15 years of obscurity, the Korean manufacturer is hoping …

One of the hottest stars of the Geneva Motor Show received a surprisingly frosty reception - but then it was minus 10 degrees Celsius outside! Auto Ex…

Believe it or not, it's more than three years since BMW took the wraps off its brazen-looking 7-Series. With this in mind, the German firm has carried…

Few people would suggest that a £50,995 V8 off-roader needs to move upmarket. But that is exactly what Land Rover was hearing from its customers, so t…

Brabus has produced thigh-performance versions of Smart's ForTwo and Roadster

Since its 2001 launch, Renault's medium-sized hatch has proved to be a strong contender in the family class.

Just like the Fiat Panda's namesake in the wild, small diesel cars are a surprisingly rare breed. Despite the obvious advantage of mixing lightweight …

Everyone seems to be raving about diesels these days, but that doesn't mean we should forget about the old faithful, petrol. Oil-burning technology ha…

Can't wait for the next Toyota Yaris? Then take a test drive in Daihatsu's all-new Sirion. Although the Yaris won't arrive in UK showrooms until Septe…

When it comes to hot hatches, the Skoda Fabia breaks all the rules.

There's no beating great design... even if the car it's applied to is starting to show its age. MG's TF is the perfect example. The two-seater first a…

It's the car Audi said would never exist, but that didn't stop Auto Express from becoming the first magazine to get behind the wheel! We took to the t…

Could this be the breath of fresh air that Porsche 911 fans have been waiting for? Historically, the soft-top version of the sports car has always bee…

The French manufacturer is hoping to broaden the appeal of its 307 CC by introducing a new entry-level model, which is only £575 dearer than the top-o…

Practicality is king in the hatchback market, which is exactly why five-door models rule the roost in the sales charts.

It's hard to believe the Toyota Yaris celebrates its sixth anniversary this year. The supermini remains one of the UK's best loved small cars, thanks …

With a new V6 diesel and facelifted 607 on its books, French firm Peugeot is keen to show off its latest developments with a car that combines both.

There's something very special about this C-Class, and it's all to do with what you can't see, rather than the things you can. Under the bonnet, the c…

Times have certainly changed. A few years ago, you wouldn't have given Skoda's claim that it wanted to be a cheaper version of Volvo much credit. But …

If you needed proof that Fiat is confident about its new Panda 4x4, then how about this? The company drove one to a mountaineering base camp at Mount …

Audi's new A6 Avant seems to tick all the right boxes. Not only is it a sleek addition to the four-ringed line-up, but it's longer and wider than the …

The car charged with bringing Jaguar back to the big time has hit the road, and Auto Express was on hand to exclusively record the historic event. Cod…

On the whole, TVR's aims are simple - to offer supercar speed and drama at a fraction of the cost.

Do premium badges and value for money really mix? Volvo argues that its S40 range delivers both. The family saloon has stylish design and a quality fe…

Is this the ultimate holdall? With unrivalled boot space in its class, Mercedes' E-Class estate packs practical features, a wide engine range and supe…