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Long-term tests

Mazda CX-30 Homura long-term test: heated seats are hotter than the sun
Mazda CX-30 - front cornering

Mazda CX-30 Homura long-term test: heated seats are hotter than the sun

Fleetwatch: the heated seats are causing some debate, but the CX-30 is otherwise performing well
Long-term tests
10 Mar 2025
Lexus LBX Takumi long-term test: compact SUV puts its taxi credentials to the test
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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
Long-term tests
7 Mar 2025
Used Tesla Model 3 Dual Motor long-term test: popular EV meets its replacement
Auto Express senior staff writer Jordan Katsianis standing between two Tesla Model 3s

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
Long-term tests
6 Mar 2025
Honda e:Ny1 Advance long-term test: EV's winter range is sub-par at best
Honda eNy1 fleetwatch - rear 3/4 charging

Honda e:Ny1 Advance long-term test: EV's winter range is sub-par at best

Second fleetwatch: the e:Ny1’s real world winter charging rate drives us round the bend
Long-term tests
5 Mar 2025
Skoda Superb automatic hatch long-term test: simply clever but slightly squeaky
Auto Express senior photographer Pete Gibson standing by the Skoda Superb

Skoda Superb automatic hatch long-term test: simply clever but slightly squeaky

Second report: ‘Simply Clever’ features stand out above electrical niggles
Long-term tests
3 Mar 2025
Volvo EC40 Plus long-term test: sleek electric SUV makes positive start
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Volvo EC40 Plus long-term test: sleek electric SUV makes positive start

Does the Volvo EC40’s style get in the way of its substance? We find out as it joins our fleet
Long-term tests
1 Mar 2025
Renault Scenic Iconic Long Range long-term test: Eco mode shines in cold weather
Renault Scenic - front tracking

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
Long-term tests
25 Feb 2025
Volkswagen ID. Buzz Style long-term test: a likeable but imperfect MPV
Auto Express editor Paul Barker cleaning the Volkswagen ID. Buzz

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
Long-term tests
21 Feb 2025
BMW 530e Touring long-term test: German estate proves there's life in PHEVs yet
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BMW 530e Touring long-term test: German estate proves there's life in PHEVs yet

Is there still room for plug-in hybrids when EVs continue to impress? We’re about to find out
Long-term tests
20 Feb 2025
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio long-term test: a true enthusiast’s car
Steve Sutcliffe standing next to an Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio and Polestar 2

Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio long-term test: a true enthusiast’s car

First report: having just stepped out of an EV, our man is relishing this ICE performance car
Long-term tests
18 Feb 2025
MG3 Hybrid+ long-term test: sluggish gearbox causes frustration
MG3 Hybrid+ long-term test - front 3/4 with Ellis playing three-card monty

MG3 Hybrid+ long-term test: sluggish gearbox causes frustration

Second report: Supermini’s indecisive automatic gearbox has required us to alter our driving style
Long-term tests
14 Feb 2025
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Genesis GV60 Premium long-term test: electric SUV is a hit with the family
Genesis GV60 third fleetwatch

Genesis GV60 Premium long-term test: electric SUV is a hit with the family

Third fleetwatch: sub-editor Andy Pringle's family love the Genesis GV60's heated seats, comfort and practicality
Long-term tests
13 Feb 2025
Cupra Tavascan V1 long-term test: new electric SUV hits the high notes
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Cupra Tavascan V1 long-term test: new electric SUV hits the high notes

First report: sporty Spanish electric SUV joins the Auto Express fleet – what do we make of it so far?
Long-term tests
9 Feb 2025
Peugeot E-3008 GT long-term test: slow charging leaves EV out in the cold
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Peugeot E-3008 GT long-term test: slow charging leaves EV out in the cold

First report: Tardy charging and poor range consigned our new Peugeot E-3008 to home in a family emergency
Long-term tests
5 Feb 2025
MINI Countryman SE ALL4 JCW long-term test: groovy SUV is tarnished by troublesome tech
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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
Long-term tests
22 Jan 2025
Suzuki Swift Hybrid Motion long term-test: our supermini has its first battle scar
Suzuki Swift - front cornering

Suzuki Swift Hybrid Motion long term-test: our supermini has its first battle scar

Second fleetwatch: a fellow car park user gets a bit too close for comfort
Long-term tests
13 Jan 2025
Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor long-term test: a genuine rival for Tesla and BMW
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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
Long-term tests
2 Jan 2025
Best long-term car tests 2024: our top daily drives
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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…
Long-term tests
28 Dec 2024
Smart #1 Premium long-term test: software updates improve tech niggles
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Smart #1 Premium long-term test: software updates improve tech niggles

Second report: speed-limit recognition system shows signs of inconsistency
Long-term tests
5 Dec 2024
Citroen C5 Aircross Max long-term test: family SUV meets the Sinclair C5
Citroen C5 Aircross and 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
Long-term tests
13 Nov 2024
Peugeot E-2008 GT long-term test: SUV’s range will leave you scratching your head
Auto Express deputy editor Richard Ingram leaning out of the Peugeot E-2008 while wearing a blindfold

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
Long-term tests
7 Nov 2024
BMW iX1 eDrive20 M Sport long-term test: great customer service rescues our SUV
Auto Express news reporter Ellis Hyde holding two BMW iX1 undertrays

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
Long-term tests
6 Nov 2024
Fiat 600e La Prima long-term test: stylish EV divides opinions
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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
Long-term tests
30 Oct 2024
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Vauxhall Corsa GS long-term test: long trips highlight supermini's comforts
Auto Express senior news reporter Alastair Crooks holding a giant clothes peg while standing next to the Vauxhall Corsa GS

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
Long-term tests
23 Oct 2024
Nissan Ariya e-4ORCE long-term test: plush family EV is under pressure from newer rivals
Nissan Ariya - front static

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
Long-term tests
18 Sep 2024
Renault Clio E-Tech long-term test: stylish supermini is frugal with fuel
Auto Express pictures editor Dawn Grant and her husband Dave standing next to the Renault Clio

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?
Long-term tests
16 Sep 2024
BYD Dolphin Design long-term test: compact EV is a near-perfect family runaround
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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?
Long-term tests
6 Sep 2024
Skoda Enyaq Coupe 85 Edition long-term test: sporty styling enhances EV's appeal
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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?
Long-term tests
3 Sep 2024
Toyota C-HR Excel long-term test: hybrid SUV is capable but not the most exciting
Auto Express commercial editor Paul Adam standing behind the Toyota C-HR

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
Long-term tests
22 Aug 2024
Vauxhall Astra GSe PHEV long-term test: family hatch has its fair share of flaws
Auto Express products editor Kim Adams standing behind the Vauxhall Astra GSe

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
Long-term tests
15 Jul 2024
Honda CR-V Advance long-term test: hybrid SUV ticks all the boxes
Auto Express consumer editor Chris Rosamond standing next to the Honda CR-V

Honda CR-V Advance long-term test: hybrid SUV ticks all the boxes

Second report: our high-class SUV is supremely practical transport
Long-term tests
3 Jul 2024
Mercedes EQE 300 long-term test: comfy and refined but not without issues
Auto Express senior staff writer Jordan Katsianis standing next to the Mercedes EQE

Mercedes EQE 300 long-term test: comfy and refined but not without issues

Final report: our EV had much to like, but also a great deal that infuriated
Long-term tests
1 Jul 2024
Jeep Avenger Summit long-term test: a good all-round electric SUV
Auto Express editor-at-large John McIlroy sitting in the Jeep Avenger's boot

Jeep Avenger Summit long-term test: a good all-round electric SUV

Final report: after six months, we bid farewell to our Jeep – a funky small SUV with a big heart
Long-term tests
25 Jun 2024
Genesis Electrified GV70 long-term test: great for a family road trip
Auto Express deputy editor Richard Ingram and family standing with the Genesis Electrified GV70 outside a country house

Genesis Electrified GV70 long-term test: great for a family road trip

Final report: our luxurious electric SUV proves that long trips aren’t the obstacle they once were
Long-term tests
11 Jun 2024
Audi TT Roadster Final Edition long-term test: it’s the end of the road for this upmarket sports car
Auto Express contributing editor Steve Sutcliffe leaning on the Audi TT Roadster Final Edition

Audi TT Roadster Final Edition long-term test: it’s the end of the road for this upmarket sports car

Final report: we say farewell, not just to a much-loved car, but to an era
Long-term tests
6 Jun 2024