Category : Road Tests
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.
Road Test: Lexus RX 450h
The latest Lexus RX450h is an impressive all-rounder, reckons John Kendall.
First Drive: Ford S-Max Vignale
The top-spec S-Max is more than just a trim level, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Renault Megane dCi 110
The excellent new Megane is the icing on Renault’s recent brand renewal, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Toyota RAV4 Business Edition 2.0 D-4D
Choosing the right RAV4 isn’t as black and white as it once was, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Kia Optima Sportswagon
Kia’s first large estate car is a much-needed move into the mainstream, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: MINI Clubman One D
The Clubman’s core fleet model is an unexpected star of the range, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz E 220 d AMG Line
The new E-Class is head and shoulders above its rivals, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: Lexus RC 200t F-Sport
Alex Grant considers the company car appeal of the RC’s non-hybrid option.
Road Test: Kia Optima ‘4’ 1.7 CRDi DCT
Kia’s stylish family saloon has become a credible alternative, reckons Alex Grant.
