Category : Road Tests
Road Test: BMW 330e M Sport
Plug-in hybrid 3 Series is high on driver appeal, but suits a very specific user. Alex Grant explains.
First Drive: Skoda Kodiaq
Can Skoda’s new large SUV give the brand yet another opportunity in fleet? By Steve Moody.
First Drive: Nissan X-Trail dCi 177
The X-Trail’s high-power diesel isn’t just an option for caravaners, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Suzuki Ignis
Cute and clever, the Ignis plays perfectly to Suzuki’s strengths, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Maserati Levante
Maserati adds an SUV for broader appeal, but it’ll always be a bit-part player, says Kyle Fortune.
Road Test: Volkswagen Passat Alltrack 2.0 TDI 190PS
It’s appealing, but the off-piste Passat isn’t short of equally tempting user-chooser options, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Tesla Model X
Insurgent luxury brand Tesla can only widen its appeal with an electric SUV, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: BMW 5 Series
The 5 Series isn’t short of rivals, but it’s still setting the standard, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Volkswagen Golf
The Golf aims to lure buyers back to the brand after recent controversies. By Julian Kirk.
Road Test: Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 TDI 150 2WD SE Nav
Taking away four-wheel drive adds fleet appeal to VW’s mid-size SUV, says Julian Kirk.
Road Test: Volkswagen High Up TSI
Volkswagen’s cute-but-functional city car gets a turbocharged power lift, but can it finally satisfy those wanting a junior hot hatch? Alex Grant finds out.
Road Test: Volkswagen Polo Beats 1.2 TSI
The ultra-sensible Polo gets a kicking bassline with an audio upgrade from Beats. By Alex Grant.
Road Test: Jeep Renegade Trailhawk
Don’t be fooled its cute styling; the Renegade is every bit a Jeep, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz GLS 350 d 4MATIC AMG Line
Can the brand’s flagship SUV offer a more versatile S-Class alternative? Alex Grant finds out.
Road Test: SEAT Ibiza EcoTSI FR Technology
A clever, and potent, new engine option turns the Ibiza into an efficient warm hatch, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Audi A4 1.4 TFSI Sport
Julian Kirk is impressed by the downsized petrol engine in this entry-level A4.
Road Test: Volkswagen Golf GTI Clubsport Edition 40
Volkswagen marks 40 years of the GTI with the best car that’s ever worn the badge, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Volkswagen Touran R-Line 2.0 TDI 150 DSG
Volkswagen’s prosaic seven-seater gets an added dose of car park appeal. By Julian Kirk
Road Test: SEAT Ateca SE 1.0 TSI Ecomotive
Forget the tiny engine, this car makes a big impression. By Julian Kirk.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz C 250 d AMG Line Coupe
A compact executive two-door with ideas far above its price bracket, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz GLC 250 d 4MATIC AMG Line
Familiar C-Class components in a fashionable SUV body; the GLC can’t lose, reckons Alex Grant.
First Drive: Fiat 124 Spider
Fiat’s chic roadster is the perfect retro stablemate for the 500, reckons Alex Grant.
First Drive: Toyota C-HR Hybrid
Few manufacturers can ignore the rapidly expanding C-SUV crossover segment, with sales growing every year. Unlike many competitors though, Toyota is first to join the sector … Read More »
Road Test: Alfa Romeo Giulietta Tecnica 1.6 JTDM-2 TCT
The Giulia is good value, but it’s showing its age in a fiercely competitive segment, reckons Alex Grant.
First Drive: Kia Optima PHEV
Kia’s first plug-in hybrid is certainly capable, but it’s in a tough class. Alex Grant explains.
First Drive: Suzuki S-Cross
Can tough new styling help the S-Cross achieve its fleet potential? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: Vauxhall Mokka X
More power and equipment for the second generation Mokka X, says Dan Gilkes.
First Drive: Renault Scenic and Grand Scenic
Renault’s pioneering MPV is back among the best in its class, reckons Alex Grant.
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate
Impressive refinement from the new diesels and great to drive, reckons John Kendall.
First Drive: Ford Mondeo ST-Line
The Mondeo is aiming for user-choosers with a sporty makeover, explains Alex Grant.
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