Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Formentor
Our Formentor long-termer continues to put its best wheel forward. By Natalie Middleton.
First Drive: Leapmotor C10
Stellantis expands its portfolio via a joint venture with the Chinese manufacturer offering value-for-money EVs. John Challen checks out the first offerings.
Week Behind the Wheel: BMW 750e
Plug-in hybrid technology meets ultimate driving (or being driven in) machine. By John Challen.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Dacia Duster
Always renowned for its great value for money, the Dacia Duster was recently reinvigorated with a new design, new tech and hybrid powertrains. Al Suttie takes … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen ID.3
John Challen reports back on our Volkswagen ID.3 long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Tavascan
Luke Wikner reports back on our Cupra Tavascan long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Scenic E-Tech
Nat Barnes reports back on our Renault Scenic E-Tech long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A3 Sportback Black Edition 35 TFSI S Tronic
Julian Kirk reports back on our long-term Audi A3.
First Drive: BYD Atto 2
Moving into the compact electric SUV market, BYD is looking to compete with established brands with a value proposition arriving in the UK later this year. … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Tavascan
Luke Wikner reports back on our Cupra Tavascan long-termer.
First Drive: Jaecoo 7 family SUV
Comfort, luxury and off-road capabilities combine in an appealing value proposition. By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen ID.3
John Challen takes delivery of our new ID.3 long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen ID.7
John Challen pens a final report on our Volkswagen ID.7 long termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Capri
The Ford Capri launched in autumn 2024 with up to 390 miles of range and a revived nameplate that made some people’s blood boil. Al Suttie … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Scenic E-Tech
Nat Barnes reports back on our Renault Scenic E-Tech long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Mazda CX-80 PHEV
Hot on the heels of testing the diesel version, Al Suttie tries Mazda’s new flagship CX-80 in plug-in hybrid guise.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Formentor
Our Formentor long-termer continues to delight with its attention to detail. By Natalie Middleton.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Tavascan
Luke Wikner takes delivery of our new Cupra Tavascan long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Mazda CX-80
Mazda’s CX-80 flagship landed in the UK last autumn, complete with six- or seven-seater configurations, a fleet-friendly plug-in hybrid and a diesel mild hybrid option. Al … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Scenic E-Tech
Nat Barnes reports back on our Renault Scenic E-Tech long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen ID.7
John Challen reports back on our Volkswagen ID.7 long termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia EV6
Fresh from a mid-life makeover, Kia’s EV6 electric crossover heads up to Scotland for a week’s thorough grilling by Al Suttie.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Formentor
Our Formentor long-termer continues to delight with its attention to detail. By Natalie Middleton.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Puma
It was the UK’s best-selling car of 2024 – but can the Puma’s recent facelift keep it high in Al Suttie’s affections?
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Explorer electric SUV
Can Ford’s recently launched Explorer EV make its presence felt in the family SUV sector? Al Suttie tries out the extended-range RWD version for a week.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen ID.7
John Challen reports back on our Volkswagen ID.7 long termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Škoda Superb Estate
Al Suttie rings in the new year with an evaluation of Skoda’s flagship Superb Estate.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A3 Sportback Black Edition 35 TFSI S Tronic
Julian Kirk reports back on our long-term Audi A3.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Scenic E-Tech
Nat Barnes reports back on our Renault Scenic E-Tech long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Kuga PHEV
Can the Kuga PHEV’s batch of recent revisions ensure its continued success in the popular family SUV sector. By Al Suttie.
Week behind the wheel: MG Cyberster
Electric two-seater sports cars are in short supply, so John Challen didn’t pass up the opportunity of putting one through its paces.
EV Diary: 36 hours with a Dacia Spring
What happens when you combine an EV with a relatively limited range and a 300-mile-odd round trip? Less drama than you might think, says John Challen.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Skoda Kodiaq
Škoda’s much-loved and extremely practical Kodiaq large SUV entered its second generation earlier this year. Can the newcomer repeat its forebear’s success? By Al Suttie.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Scenic E-Tech
Nat Barnes reports back on our Renault Scenic E-Tech long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen ID.7
John Challen reports back on our Volkswagen ID.7 long termer.
First Drive: Skywell BE11
Another new name from the East has arrived, but does it have the products to match? John Challen finds out.
First Drive: Vauxhall Grandland Electric
The all-new SUV means that every Vauxhall model has an electrified version. By John Challen.
First Drive: Skoda Elroq
The Czech manufacturer has enjoyed huge success with the Enyaq SUV, but will history repeat itself with that car’s smaller sibling? John Challen heads to Mallorca … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Genesis GV60
John Kendall reports back on our Genesis GV60 long-term electric SUV.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Formentor
There’s a new kid on the block among our long-term fleet cars and it’s a bit of a headturner. By Natalie Middleton.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Enyaq
Our final thoughts on the Škoda Enyaq after eight months with the Fleet World team.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Mazda MX-5
Our intrepid road tester takes the world’s best-selling sports car for some late autumn top-down motoring in Scotland.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Suzuki Swift automatic
Not a particularly big fan of continuously variable gearboxes, can Al Suttie be won over by the Suzuki Swift CVT?
Fleet World Fleet: Genesis GV60
John Kendall reports back on our Genesis GV60 long-term electric SUV.
First drive: Polestar 4
With its latest model, Polestar is combining modern trends with some unconventional design choices. By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A3 Sportback Black Edition 35 TFSI S Tronic
Julian Kirk reports back on our long-term Audi A3.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen ID.7
John Challen reports back on our Volkswagen ID.7 long termer.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza
Luke Wikner reports back on our SEAT Ibiza Anniversary Edition FR 1.0 TSI 115PS
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Megane E-Tech
Nat Barnes pens a final report on six months with our Megane E-Tech long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia Sorento PHEV
The latest edition of Kia’s family-friendly seven-seat SUV launched earlier this year with lower pricing, EV9-inspired styling and a range of power types. Al Suttie tests … Read More »
Suttie’s seven days… with an Audi S3
An extensive rework of the Audi A3 this summer delivered the most powerful S3 in the model’s 25-year history. Al Suttie takes the saloon Black Edition … Read More »
Road Test: Ford Explorer
Ford’s second electric car is looking to make a name for itself with a fusion of American heritage and European engineering. By Natalie Middleton.
Fleet World Fleet: Genesis GV60
John Kendall reports back on our Genesis GV60 long-term electric SUV.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Polestar 3
Can the incoming Swede ruffle the feathers of its German luxury electric SUV rivals? By Al Suttie.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen ID.7
John Challen reports back on our Volkswagen ID.7 long termer.
First drive: Maserati’s all-electric Grecale and GranTurismo Folgore
The first Maserati Folgore electric models have arrived – and the Italian manufacturer has high hopes for them in the fleet market. By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Megane E-Tech
Nat Barnes reports back on life with our Megane E-Tech long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with an MG3 Hybrid+ supermini
In a fiercely competitive supermini sector, can the new MG3’s full hybrid technology and low pricing win fleet drivers over? By Al Suttie.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen ID.7
John Challen reports back on our Volkswagen ID.7 long termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Lexus LBX hybrid crossover
Can the smallest Lexus yet make a big impact on our man? By Al Suttie.
Fleet World Fleet: Genesis GV60
John Kendall reports back on our new Genesis GV60 long-term electric SUV.
Suttie’s seven days… with a BYD Seal
A glowing report for the Tesla Model 3 rival from our man up in Scotland.
First drive: Polestar 3 luxury electric SUV
After much anticipation, Polestar’s luxury SUV has arrived in the UK. John Challen finds out if it has been worth the wait.
Road Test: Peugeot E-5008
The electric version of Peugeot’s flagship large SUV delivers on seats and driving range, but what about on the road? John Challen finds out.
Week behind the wheel: Renault Scenic E-Tech
The latest addition to the French manufacturer’s EV range makes a lasting impression over the course of seven days. By John Challen.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Lexus LM hybrid luxury MPV
Lexus charged into the luxury MPV sector last year with the UK debut of its LM ‘Luxury Mover’ but can it unsettle the current chauffeuring A-listers? … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Enyaq
Some light-footed driving boosts the Škoda’s electric efficiency.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen ID.7
John Challen reports back on our new Volkswagen ID.7 long termer.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza
Four decades after the original Ibiza launched, we head behind the wheel of the special-edition ‘Anniversary’ model to see if SEAT’s supermini has still got what … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Megane E-Tech
Nat Barnes reports back on life with our Megane E-Tech long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a KGM Torres EVX electric SUV
Hot off the heels of his test of KGM’s combustion-powered Torres, Al Suttie tries his hand with the EVX fully electric version.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A3 Sportback Black Edition 35 TFSI S Tronic
Our new long-termer is a fleet favourite that’s recently been given an overhaul. By Julian Kirk.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5
John Challen reports back on six months with our BMW i5 long-termer.
A week with the KGM Musso Saracen+ pickup
Hot on the heels of KGM’s rebrand from SsangYong, Al Suttie puts the long-wheelbase Musso Saracen+ pickup to the test.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Megane E-Tech
Nat Barnes reports back on life with our Megane E-Tech long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Enyaq
A trip away shines a light on the Škoda Enyaq’s family credentials and the ease of holidaying with an EV.
Road test: Mini Cooper Electric
Upgrades and updates inside and out make the new battery-powered Mini a very appealing proposition. John Challen takes a closer look.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Porsche Taycan 4S Cross Turismo
Widely regarded as one of the best EVs available, Porsche’s Taycan gained faster charging and longer range this year. Al Suttie puts the SUV-esque Cross Turismo … Read More »
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Mustang Mach-E Extended Range
Al Suttie steps inside the longer-range Ford Mustang Mach-E for a week’s test.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Megane E-Tech
Nat Barnes reports back on life with our Megane E-Tech long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Hyundai Kona Electric
How much has the latest-generation Kona Electric, complete in sporty N Line guise, upped its game? By Al Suttie.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Suzuki Swift
In a shrinking supermini sector, can Suzuki’s latest Swift compete with the class leaders and increasingly predominant crossover rivals? By Al Suttie.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ateca
Our SEAT Ateca long-term test car heads back after six months of showcasing its family friendly, practical proposition to us.
Week behind the wheel: MG3 Hybrid+
A viable option for those drivers in the market for a new car, but not willing or able to go electric? John Challen spends seven days … Read More »
First Drive: Škoda Kodiaq
The Czech manufacturer’s flagship SUV has been given a makeover – and plug-in hybrid tech. By John Challen.
On test: Renault Clio E-Tech hybrid
Five features that stood out to John Challen in the new Renault Clio E-Tech hybrid.
Road Test: Ford Mustang Mach-E GT
As the pool of performance electric car continues to grow, we test the Ford Mustang Mach-E GT.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Enyaq
Our Škoda Enyaq long-termer continues to show its practical side.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Hyundai Ioniq 5 N
Could Hyundai’s 650hp electric performance hatch tempt die-hard petrolheads to the EV side? Al Suttie gives it a spin for a week.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Enyaq
Range anxiety is far from proving a problem for our Škoda Enyaq long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Jeep Wrangler
Al Suttie takes the ultimate American offroader for a week’s test to check out its uncompromising credentials.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Megane E-Tech
Nat Barnes reports back on life with our Megane E-Tech long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a KGM Torres
Fresh from its rebrand from the former SsangYong moniker, KGM Motors has brought its Torres five-seat SUV to the UK in both ICE and electric versions. … Read More »
Road Test: Škoda Scala + Škoda Kamiq
The Czech brand has given two of its compact models an upgrade, with welcome results, says John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Megane E-Tech
Nat Barnes reports back on life with our Megane E-Tech long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo EX40 / EX30
A change of plan sees Luke Wikner test the small but mighty Volvo EX30 this month.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Ranger Tremor
Looking for a rugged Ford Ranger pickup but without the Raptor price tag? Our man up in Scotland tests the cheaper but still offroad-focused Tremor model.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Enyaq
Our new Škoda Enyaq long-termer has changed colour and got a shedload faster.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia EV9
It’s taken the UK Car of the Year title for 2024 – and the Best EV Large SUV accolade at our own Great British Fleet Awards … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Megane E-Tech
Renault’s stylish electric hatchback lands on our long-term fleet for six months of work and family life.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo EX40
Luke Wikner takes delivery of our brand-new Volvo EX40 electric crossover and explains why the name might not be familiar.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV
As our CX-60 PHEV longtermer heads back to Mazda, Nat Barnes reports on its highs and lows over the last six months.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Renault Clio E-Tech full hybrid
Winner of the Best Fleet Supermini title at this year’s Great British Fleet Awards, the Clio gets a thorough testing in hybrid guise from Al Suttie.
Road Test: Volkswagen ID.7
The ID. line-up grows, with an upmarket fastback that will grab the attention of many fleet drivers. By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV
The latest report from our Mazda PHEV longtermer from Nat Barnes.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Golf GTE
Julian Kirk reports back on six months with the Golf GTE plug-in hybrid.
First Drive: B-ON Pelkan
John Kendall tests B-ON’s new Pelkan electric van challenger ahead of its debut at the 2024 CV Show next week.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Mazda MX-30 R-EV
The extended-range version of the Mazda MX-30 EV gets an extended test from UK Car of the Year Awards director Al Suttie.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Mazda CX-30
Our road test guru spends seven days with Mazda’s smallest SUV.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine
Luke Wikner reports back on our six months with the electric version of BMW’s smallest SUV.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace
John Kendall waves off the I-Pace and reflects on its positives and negatives.
First Drive: Mazda MX-30 R-EV
Another plug-in hybrid joins the Mazda line-up – and the rotary engine returns! By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Enyaq
And now for something completely different – well, not quite. Natalie Middleton takes delivery of our new Škoda Enyaq long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Honda CR-V e:HEV hybrid
Can the roomy and family-friendly CR-V justify its premium pricing? Al Suttie puts it to the test over a week.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace
On-route charging makes some longer-distance journeys in the I-Pace a doddle. John Kendall reports back.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ateca
Our SEAT Ateca long-term test car continues to show its family and business driver friendly side.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace
A new month and a new test-driver for the I-Pace. John Kendall reports back on life with the all-electric SUV.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV
Some rather interesting running cost figures from Nat Barnes paint our Mazda PHEV in a compelling new light.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Hyundai Ioniq 6
Is Hyundai’s boldly styled ‘streamliner’ saloon as head turning behind the wheel? Al Suttie checks it out.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi e-tron GT quattro
A glowing final report on our Audi e-tron GT quattro 350kW long-termer. By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5
There’s a thing or two about our new long-termer that seems a bit familiar… By John Challen.
Suttie’s seven days… with an Audi Q8
Hot on the heels of his test of the Range Rover Sport, Al Suttie spends a week with Audi’s rivalling premium SUV.
First drive: Land Rover Discovery D300 Dynamic HSE
Overshadowed by the new Range Rover family and the retro Defender range, the mildly tweaked Discovery risks being an afterthought in buyers’ minds.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV
A half-term break sheds more light on how get the best out of plug-in hybrids. By Nat Barnes.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Golf GTE
A while-you-wait oil service appointment gives time to mull over the Golf’s pros and cons. Julian Kirk reports back.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia Picanto
From luxury SUVs to everyday city cars. This week, Al Suttie puts the small but mighty Kia Picanto to the test.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW i5
Our new long-termer is here… And it’s a bit of an electric headturner. By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ateca
Our SEAT Ateca long-term test car further shows its practicality and quality.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Subaru Solterra
Following his test of the Toyota bZ4X electric crossover, our man north of the border jumps into Subaru’s sister model.
Road Test: Toyota C-HR
A revamped version of the Japanese manufacturer’s small crossover has arrived. John Kendall finds out what’s new, seven years after the original model’s launch.
Road Test: Renault Clio E-Tech hybrid
More than three decades on, the Clio is back with upgrades inside and out. John Challen gets behind the wheel.
Suttie’s seven days… with an MG HS
Our definitive review of MG’s facelifted and family friendly SUV. By Al Suttie.
Road Test: Volvo EX30
Compared to the forthcoming EX90, the EX30 is small, but is it perfectly formed, ponders John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV
The one with the rear wiper confession. By Nat Barnes.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace
John Challen tests out the Jag’s frunk and ponders on its usefulness.
Suttie’s seven days… with a hybrid Kia Sorento
Ths week, Al Suttie takes the seven-seat Sorento large SUV out on highways and byways to gauge its fleet appeal.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ateca
Our SEAT Ateca long-term test car proves a hard-wearing addition to our fleet.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Golf GTE
Forget range anxiety; could the Golf GTE give range envy? Julian Kirk reports back.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen T-Roc
John Kendall says goodbye to the T-Roc, which has proved to be a good buy for fleets.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Dacia Duster
Ahead of the new-gen Duster, our man north of the border returns to the current version to see if its value for money and rugged approach … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Golf GTE
It’s long been said that PHEVs offer the perfect stepping stone to full EVs. Julian Kirk puts the theory to the test with our new long-term … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV
The Mazda PHEV improves its fuel efficiency and scores points for practicality over the Christmas break but the rear wiper causes some confusion. By Nat Barnes.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace
John Challen tests out the security features on the JLR smart app.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Nissan Ariya
It’s Nissan’s second fully electric car and its first electric crossover, but does its flagship Ariya match its sleek looks with sleek performance? By Al Suttie.
Suttie’s seven days… with a BYD Seal electric saloon
Another week, another new electric car from a fast-growing Chinese brand. Can the Tesla Model 3-rivalling BYD Seal hold its own in an increasingly competitive marketplace? … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Audi e-tron GT quattro
John Kendall reports back on everyday life with our Audi e-tron GT quattro 350kW long-termer.
First Drive: Kia EV9 electric seven-seater
A step up in size and quality for the Korean brand has arrived via its latest offering. As the expansion of Kia’s ‘EV’ lineup continues, John … Read More »
Suttie’s seven days… with a Honda ZR-V hybrid SUV
Honda’s hybrid answer to the Ford Puma and Nissan Qashqai landed in the UK this autumn. Al Suttie jumps behind the wheel for a week.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-60 Homura PHEV
The miles start to pile up on long-term Mazda CX-60 but falling temperatures bring a drop in economy. Nat Barnes reports back.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine
The arrival of colder weather brings a slight drop in EV range and sudden elation over heated seats. By Luke Wikner.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Puma
This week, our road test man heads behind the wheel of UK best-seller, the Ford Puma.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace
The I-Pace displays its practical side and features to John Challen.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Kuga Plug-in Hybrid
This week, our man tries out Ford’s mid-size SUV in plug-in hybrid guise to assess its worth for fleet drivers.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace
The I-Pace finds its feet with Editor Challen and the Jaguar Remote app proves surprisingly handy.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Honda Jazz Crosstar
This week, our roving road tester tries out Honda’s facelifted hybrid Jazz supermini in Crosstar pseudo SUV guise.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Scala
We wave a fond adieu to the Scala as a six-month stay shows its budget-friendly capabilities.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine
Luke Wikner heads behind the wheel of the iX1 to give his take on our electric long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia EV6 GT
It’s the fastest-accelerating Kia to date, but can the EV6 GT SUV justify its £62k pricetag – and put a smile on Al Suttie’s face in … Read More »
Suttie’s seven days… with a Toyota bZ4X
After a very long wait, Toyota has finally launched its first fully electric car in the UK. And it may well have been worth the delay, … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Formentor V2 1.5TSi 150ps DSG
A final trip in the Formentor showcases its practical attributes but throws up a fuelling anomaly. By Luke Wikner.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV
Nat Barnes ruminates on six months behind the wheel of the Astra PHEV.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia Stonic
Yellow is the colour this week, as Al Suttie checks gets behind the wheel of Kia’s efficient compact crossover.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar I-Pace
Another EV has joined the FW fleet – and this time it’s a model we’ve seen before, although not for a while. John Challen takes a … Read More »
First Drive: BYD Dolphin
There are fewer quirks than the Atto3 in this BYD, but the value-for-money offer remains, says John Challen.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Ranger Wildtrak
Hot off the heels of testing the ferocious Ford Ranger Raptor, Al Suttie checks out the might and muscle of the Wildtrak version.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Toyota Corolla Touring Sports
A favourite with many businesses, Toyota’s Corolla Touring Sports recently gained a raft of updates. Al Suttie heads behind the wheel to check out the hybrid … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV
The Astra PHEV continues to put its best face forward despite a slight parking blunder. By Nat Barnes.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Mustang Mach-E
Alisdair Suttie heads back behind the wheel of Ford’s electric Mustang to see if the Premium AWD model shapes up better.
Road Test: Toyota Hilux GR Sport pickup
It’s inspired by the Dakar Rally and got 204hp on tap, but can Toyota’s flaghip Hilux GR Sport hold its own in the high-end pickup sector? … Read More »
Week behind the wheel: Honda ZR-V hybrid SUV
A seven-day stint with the newest model in the Japanese company’s line-up proves enjoyable and enlightening for John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen T-Roc
John Kendall finds there’s more to the T-Roc than meets the eye.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi e-tron GT quattro
Julian Kirk takes delivery of his new Audi e-tron GT quattro 350kW long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Genesis GV60
A year on from our original test, can Genesis’ mid-sized fully electric crossover still hit the spot? Road tester Al Suttie takes to Scotland’s highways and … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV
A lengthy stint of non-PHEV friendly miles in the Astra shows a new side to it. By Nat Barnes.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Lexus RZ 450e
It’s the first Lexus purpose-built electric vehicle, but what does the RZ 450e deliver to the premium electric SUV class? Al Suttie heads behind the wheel … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Scala
The Scala continues to prove its fleet worthiness while a mid-life model revamp is on the way.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine
Life with the all-electric version of BMW’s smallest SUV is proving a little noisier than expected for the Challen household.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Citroën Ami
Officially a quadricycle, is the ultra-compact Citroën Ami EV up to the rigours of everyday city life? Our Al Suttie tests it out with a week … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV
In his latest Astra PHEV report, Nat Barnes finds it’s not just the UK weather that’s hotting up.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Formentor V2 1.5TSi 150ps DSG
We have a brush with a shifty character and test the Formentor’s load carrying for the holiday season. By Luke Wikner.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Lexus RX 500h
The fifth-generation RX lays claims to many new firsts to vie with its German rivals. Al Suttie weighs up its fighting chances.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen T-Roc
We put the T-Roc’s family credentials to the test with a fortnight’s holiday. By John Kendall
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine
The iX1’s interior is well designed generally but one area niggles John Challen.
Road Test: Renault Austral
There’s yet another option for those drivers looking for a C-SUV. By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Scala
A holiday to the South West provides an ultimate test of the Scala’s family-friendly abilities.
Suttie’s seven days… with a BYD Atto 3
Chinese electric car brand BYD may be a newcomer to the UK market but it has big plans for Western markets. Al Suttie checks out its … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV
Some regular jaunts to Wales for a hiking challenge put the Astra’s stamina to the test too. By Nat Barnes.
Road Test: Jeep Avenger
A new direction for the brand as Jeep introduces its first electric vehicle. By John Challen.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Ranger Raptor
Ford’s mighty Ranger Raptor performance pickup heads to Scotland for a week with Fleet World road tester Al Suttie.
Road Test: BYD Atto 3
A new name for the UK’s automotive market, but BYD is a huge global player with big plans for a fleet-friendly vehicle line-up. By John Challen.
Road Test: Lexus RX 450h+
The new RX is a big car for Lexus – in every sense, says John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Formentor V2 1.5TSi 150ps DSG
Over-enthusiastic voice assist aside, the Cupra has taken nearly 4,000 miles on the FW Fleet in its stride, reports Luke Wikner.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine
The BMW heads off for a run down the M3 and proves its prowess with the inevitable tip trip. By John Challen
Road Test: Audi Q8 e-tron
Premium EV motoring has a familiar look and feel, but a new name, with Audi’s latest offering. By John Challen.
Road Test: Vauxhall Astra GSe
An electrified performance sub-brand is born, with a nod to motoring’s past. By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Scala
Our latest report on long-term life with the Škoda Scala. By Natalie Middleton.
Road Test: Peugeot 408 Hybrid
The French manufacturer’s first all-new model since the RCZ is a shrewd move, believes John Challen.
Incoming: Volkswagen ID. 2all
John Challen on the Volkswagen ID. 2all concept and its insights for the brand’s forthcoming low-cost electric hatch.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV
As the standout yellow paintwork on our Astra PHEV continues to attract attention, Nat Barnes ponders on whether it’s better to stand out from the crowd … Read More »
Week behind the wheel: Renault Megane E-Tech
Seven days spent with the battery-powered French model resulted in some surprises for John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Plus
As the Volvo heads back to base, John Challen reflects on its allure in a dwindling estate market.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia Soul EV
Some 15 years after the Kia Soul first breezed into the EV scene, can the third generation keep up the pace? By Al Suttie.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Škoda Karoq
Another week, another SUV to test-drive. Can the practical yet laidback Škoda prove its accomplishments? By Al Suttie
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine
The BMW heads off for a run down the M3 and proves its prowess with the inevitable tip trip. By John Challen
Suttie’s seven days… with a Subaru Forester e-Boxer
The Forester has long been renowned for its offroad capabilities but can the shift to mild-hybrid drive ensure competent fuel efficiency in a fast-changing market? Al … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine
Our instant connection to the electric X1 proves more problematic when it comes to setting the radio stations. By John Challen
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV
Our Astra PHEV long-termer is back after a spot of bother with trapped wind and Nat Barnes embraces a return to plug-in hybrid motoring.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Scala
Our long-term Škoda Scala continues to deliver on the practicality side, assuaging any fears over boot space.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Mazda CX-60
Fresh from testing the MX-5, our man hops into the CX-60 large SUV for a week’s test.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX1 xDrive30 xLine
Eager beaver John Challen reports on our new iX1 longtermer SUV before setting foot in the car.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen T-Roc
Julian Kirk crunches the numbers on our T-Roc longtermer to gauge its cost effectiveness for fleets.
Suttie’s seven days… with an Audi RS 4 Avant
Can Audi’s 450hp super estate put the BMW M3 in the shade? Self-confessed BMW fan Al Suttie tries the RS 4 Avant for a week and … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV
Our new Astra PHEV long-termer is turning out to be hotter stuff than we were expecting. Nat Barnes reports back.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Scala
We’ve got a new long-termer on our fleet – and it’s big on space and practicality but small when it comes to list price.
Suttie’s seven days… with an MG4 EV
It’s already the UK Car of the Year but can the MG4 EV pass muster in a week-long test by Al Suttie?
Suttie’s seven days… with a Genesis GV70 EV
Hyundai’s posh offshoot Genesis has already made the leap to luxury with style. But can its GV70 midsize SUV go electric with similar success?
Suttie’s seven days… with an MG5 EV
This week our esteemed road tester returns his verdict on the updated MG5 EV estate.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Astra Ultimate PHEV
Fancy going electric but not sure about making the leap? Our new Astra PHEV could provide a valuable stepping stone. Tester Nat Barnes reports back.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Subaru XV hybrid SUV
Could the combination of Subaru’s off-road prowess and petrol-electric hybrid technology prove a winner for fleet drivers? Al Suttie checks it out.
Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV
Nat Barnes reports back on three months with Ford’s plug-in hybrid SUV.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Plus
The latest installment on our Volvo long-termer. By John Challen.
Suttie’s seven days… with a BMW 330e Touring M Sport plug-in hybrid
Can BMW’s plug-in hybrid estate pass muster with self-confessed 3 Series Touring devotee Alisdair Suttie in a week-long test?
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia Sportage
Can Kia’s petrol Sportage family SUV still hold its own in a sea of electric rivals? FW road tester Al Suttie tests it for a week … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq
The Karoq has headed off back to Škoda HQ but the last few weeks of testing reiterated what a practical and likeable vehicle it is.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Focus ST
Al Suttie embraces his inner boy racer and takes the Ford Focus ST for a weeklong spin.
Road Test: Hyundai Ioniq 6
2023 thus far has brought big changes for Hyundai with a new name (well, the pronunciation, anyway) and a new model. John Challen finds out why … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV
A family holiday brings a moral dilemma when it comes to plug-in hybrid charging. Nat Barnes reports.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen T-Roc
We swap the keys for our Taigo long-termer for the bigger and bolder T-Roc. Julian Kirk reports.
Suttie’s seven days… with a GWM Ora Funky Cat
GWM Ora’s inaugural electric vehicle is here to shake up the market with its retro-futuristic styling, plush interior and onboard tech. Al Suttie checks out the … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Born V3 58kWh
Colder temperatures bring new issues when it comes to running an EV, reports Luke Wikner.
Incoming for Fleets: Volvo EX90
As Volvo’s longest-range, safest, most advanced and highest-priced model yet, the Volvo ECX90 has a lot to offer fleets. We give the lowdown on the brand’s … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Honda Civic e:HEV hybrid
Our new long-termer bowls over tester John Kendall.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq
The Karoq heads off back shortly to Škoda HQ but the last few weeks of testing have reiterated what a practical and likeable vehicle it is.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Plus
Our Volvo long-termer stretches its legs in some lengthier trips, proving its comfort and frugality.
Incoming: BMW X5
John Challen on how the forthcoming BMW X5 advances the brand’s large SUV offering.
Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV
A cold snap brings a drop in the Kuga’s electric-only range but one bit of technology comes up shining.
Fleet World Fleet: Toyota Corolla Commercial 1.8 Hybrid
After three months on our test fleet, has the Toyota Corolla Commercial hybrid van proved its capabilities? John Kendall reports
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Plus
Despite switching back to an ICE-engined car, John Challen gets a nice surprise when it comes to fuel bills.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Taigo
Can the Taigo coupé-SUV hold its own in an increasingly crowded Volkswagen line-up and wider new car market? Julian Kirk looks at its merits.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Born V3 58kWh
Colder temperatures bring new issues when it comes to running an EV, reports Luke Wikner.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Volvo XC40 Recharge
Volvo aficionado Al Suttie sees if the fully electric XC40 Recharge lives up to expectations.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq
Several month into our test, Škoda’s midsize SUV remains impressively refined on the road.
2024 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter uncovered for fleets
A new eSprinter is coming, but not until next year – and it will be replaced by a new model in 2025. John Kendall reports.
Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV
Nat Barnes tests out the Kuga’s crossover practicalities with a house move.
Fleet World Fleet: Toyota Corolla Commercial 1.8 Hybrid
The Toyota Corolla Commercial settles easily into everyday working life.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Taigo
Julian Kirk reports back on our new Taigo compact coupé-SUV long-termer.
Road Test: Nissan X-Trail e-Power
The big seven-seat crossover has been electrified. John Challen ponders whether it’s a winning combination.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Honda Jazz Hybrid
Can a 98hp hybrid supermini cope with a week of mile-munching and family life? Road tester Al Suttie takes to the roads in the Jazz supermini.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq
The Škoda Karoq continues to hold its own in the midsize SUV sector, including when it comes to looks.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Grand Tourneo Connect Active
Al Suttie spends a week in Ford’s VW Caddy-based seven-seater MPV to assess its merits for company car drivers.
Road Test: BMW iX1
Want a compact sports activity vehicle with electric drive and loads of kit? This is the One. By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV
After a few chilly weeks testing the Kuga, Nat Barnes is enthralled by the Quickclear heated front windscreen, not so pleased with the parcel shelf…
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia XCeed
Can the practical and spacious Kia XCeed provide a midway solution for company car drivers looking to move away from SUVs? Al Suttie puts it to … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Born V3 58kWh
Our Cupra Born continues to hold its own despite a return to colder weather, reports Luke Wikner.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq
Our Škoda Karoq continues to showcase its family credentials among a two-hour traffic jam and fighting kids.
Fleet World Fleet: Toyota Corolla Commercial 1.8 Hybrid
John Kendall tests out the Toyota Corolla Commercial.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Nissan Juke Hybrid
Nissan’s second-generation Juke gained its first-ever hybrid last year. It’s the most efficient model in the range but can it pass muster compared to rivals?
Fleet World Fleet: Ford Kuga PHEV
Nat Barnes heads behind the wheel of the Ford Kuga PHEV for three months to assess its family- and fleet-friendly credentials.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V90 Cross Country B5 AWD Plus
Our new long-termer has arrived – and it’s an ICE! John Challen reports back.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia Niro EV
The Kia Niro EV was the UK’s third bestselling electric car in 2022, thanks to its impressive range, roomy cabin and kerb appeal. But can it … Read More »
Week Behind the Wheel: Genesis GV60
In the first of a new series, we spend time getting to know some of the latest fleet models a little better… This week it’s the … Read More »
Suttie’s seven days… with a Genesis G70 Shooting Brake
Can newcomer Genesis take the fight to the premium brands with its estate contender? Alisdair Suttie takes it for a spin.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Toyota GR Supra
It’s the first Toyota Supra in 21 years but can this Japanese icon, now blended with German engineering and mechanics, pass muster in an increasingly competitive … Read More »
Week behind the wheel: Alfa Romeo Tonale
FW editor John Challen spends some time getting acquainted with Alfa Romeo’s mild hybrid compact SUV.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Transit Custom Nugget campervan
Undeterred by the cold weather snap, Al Suttie travels some of the UK’s highways and byways to assess the Ford Transit Custom’s switch to lifestyle campervan … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq
Our long-term Škoda Karoq settles into family life impeccably.
Suttie’s seven days… with a hybrid Honda Civic
Demand for hybrid cars is currently surging, as per latest registration figures. Al Suttie puts the Honda Civic family hatch to the test to see how … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT PHEV
Six months of testing the 508 SW PHEV has well and truly shown the benefits of plug-in hybrid driving, says Nat Barnes.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Born V3 58kWh
The Cupra Born continues to turn heads on roads, reports Luke Wikner.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Genesis GV60
Fleet World road tester Al Suttie spends a rather fun week testing the Genesis GV60 fully electric SUV.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq
Our new long-term Škoda Karoq arrives with great first impressions.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Polestar 2
Road tester Al Suttie heads behind the wheel of the stylish Polestar 2 electric hatchback for a week.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Born V3 58kWh
The Cupra Born continues to turn heads on roads, reports Luke Wikner.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Genesis G70
Can Genesis’ midsize saloon hold a candle to the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4? Fleet World road tester Al Suttie heads behind the wheel to … Read More »
Suttie’s seven days… with a Cupra Born
The all-electric Born hatchback gets put to the test by our very own Al Suttie.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
Julian Kirk waves off the Tiguan Allspace after a six-month trial brings both its comfort and practicality into relief.
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT PHEV
Nat Barnes ponders on how much plug-in hybrids offer a best-of-both-worlds approach.
First Drive: MG4 EV
There’s more to MG’s ID.3-rivalling electric hatch than good value, says Alex Grant.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Land Rover Discovery
This week, our man takes to the roads in one of Land Rover’s finest.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3
Signing off from the iX3, FW editor John Challen finds the cost advantages of running an EV have continued to stack up.
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT PHEV
Nat Barnes finds a seasonal way to make the most of the Peugeot’s boot space.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Fabia
We give the Fabia a last thorough testing before it heads back to base.
Suttie’s seven days… with a BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Can the 2 Series Active Tourer’s package of compact MPV practicality and claimed “typical BMW driving dynamics” compete with today’s crossovers? Al Suttie reveals all in … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
Julian Kirk finds that awareness of the Tiguan Allspace seven-seater is low.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia EV6
This week, our Al puts Kia’s flagship electric vehicle to the test.
Fleet World Fleet: Honda CR-V
John Kendall waves off his hybrid CR-V long termer after putting it to the test this summer.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Fabia
We give the Fabia a last thorough testing before it heads back to base.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3
FW editor John Challen finds the cost advantages of running an EV continue to stack up.
First Drive: Mazda CX-60 PHEV
The Japanese manufacturer has gone big with its plug-in hybrid technology, finds John Challen.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Toyota Yaris Cross
Toyota’s compact SUV challenger gets a seven-day grilling from our man.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3
FW editor John Challen finds the cost advantages of running an EV continue to stack up.
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT PHEV
Nat Barnes fesses up to a schoolboy error with our 508 SW GT plug-in hybrid.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
Julian Kirk reports back on our Tiguan Allspace seven-seat SUV long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Škoda Fabia
Škoda’s practical, roomy and robust supermini gets put to the test by FW road tester Al Suttie.
Fleet World Fleet: Honda CR-V
John Kendall takes delivery of his new hybrid CR-V long termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Fabia
Natalie Middleton comes face to face with an oldie but a goodie from the Škoda Fabia’s past.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Dacia Jogger
Dacia updated its line-up with the practical and extremely affordable Jogger seven-seater MPV this year. Our tester Al Suttie heads behind the wheel for a week … Read More »
Suttie’s seven days… with a Cupra Formentor
Cupra’s Formentor standalone SUV performs admirably for a week with road tester Al Suttie.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Suzuki S-Cross
Road tester Al Suttie checks out the revamped and robust Suzuki S-Cross compact crossover.
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT PHEV
Following the departure of the 508 PSE SW PHEV, Nat Barnes settles into our 508 SW GT replacement long-termer.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Fiesta Active X
Ford’s rugged and well-specced Fiesta Active X gets a seven-day perusal by FW road tester Alisdair Suttie.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia Sportage hybrid SUV
Kia’s full hybrid Sportage SUV gets a thorough seven-week check from our man.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Fabia
Natalie Middleton reports back with the latest on our long-term Škoda Fabia hatch.
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW PHEV
Nat Barnes bids a fond farewell to the 508 SW PHEV as our new 508 GT long-termer arrives.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Puma ST
Our man embraces his inner hot hatch hooligan with the 200hp Ford Puma ST.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Lexus NX 350h
Our intrepid tester heads out for a week in the Lexus NX 350h hybrid crossover.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Born V3 58kWh
Our Cupra Born heads back briefly to Cupra HQ… in its place, a Cupra Born e-Boost
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW PHEV
Our tester finds that the Peugeot 508 SW is more than just a pretty face.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Ford Mustang Mach 1
Our man takes on the track-focused Ford Mustang Mach 1.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Fabia
Natalie Middleton reports back with the latest on our long-term Škoda Fabia hatch.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi e-tron Technik 50 quattro
Our e-tron long-termer heads back to Audi HQ after a six-month spell on our fleet.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Land Rover Defender PHEV
Fleet World road tester Alisdair Suttie files his weekly diary on the Land Rover Defender PHEV.
First Drive: Kia Niro EV
Kia has surprised many with its EV offerings in recent years, so it’s no surprise that the latest version of one of its most popular models … Read More »
Suttie’s seven days… with a Honda HR-V
Fleet World road tester Alisdair Suttie has spent a week getting to know the ins and outs of the Honda HR-V hybrid SUV. Here’s what he … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza 1.0 TSI FR 95PS
The Ibiza continues to be a good fit for everyday driving needs, says Luke Wikner.
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW PHEV
Nat Barnes stretches the legs on our long-term Peugeot 508 SW, testing its plug-in hybrid credentials on longer journeys.
Suttie’s seven days… with a Kia Stonic
Fleet World road tester Alisdair Suttie has spent a week getting to know the ins and outs of the Kia Stonic small crossover. Here’s what he … Read More »
First Drive: Vauxhall Astra Plug-in Hybrid-e
The number of derivatives and powertrain options might have changed but, after 40 years, the Astra still hits the spot.
Suttie’s seven days… with an MG ZS EV
Fleet World road tester Alisdair Suttie has spent a week getting to know the ins and outs of the MG ZS EV. Here’s what he found … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW PHEV
Just how economical can a 360hp performance-focused plug-in hybrid be? Nat Barnes puts our long-term Peugeot 508 SW to the test.
Road Test: Cupra Born
The Spanish startup has its sights set on success with its new EV. By John Challen.
First Drive: Honda Civic e:HEV
A Japanese stalwart of the car industry celebrates its half century with a nod to the future. By John Challen.
Web Exclusive: Nissan Qashqai e-Power
John Challen samples the latest iteration of Nissan’s best-seller, complete with a clever electrified powertrain.
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW PHEV
Can a 360hp plug-in hybrid estate sock it to company car drivers instead of the usual crossover crowd? Nat Barnes reports back on our new long-termer … Read More »
Road Test: Nissan Ariya
The wait is finally over – Nissan’s C-segment battery electric contender has arrived. John Challen samples the new kid on the block.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Fabia
Our long-term Škoda puts its best face forward on a family holiday. Natalie Middleton writes.
Road Test: Peugeot 308 PHEV
Peugeot’s family car has grown up, but will PHEV know-how attract fleet drivers? John Challen reckons so.
Fleet World Fleet: Citröen ë-C4
Nat Barnes files his final report on our electric Citröen long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3
John Challen puts the iX3’s ‘IconicSounds Electric’ feature to the test.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Fabia
Škoda’s Simply Clever features bring a nice surprise when it comes to refuelling our Fabia long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Citröen ë-C4
Nat Barnes calculates the charging costs for the ë-C4 and looks at why smart charging is so important.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW iX3
Our new long-termer fuses two of the latest driver trends for SUVs and EVs into one family- and eco-friendly solution. John Challen finds out more.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi e-tron Technik 50 quattro
John Challen switches into the driving seat of our e-tron long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Fabia
Natalie Middleton reports back on our new Fabia long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Citroën ë-C4
The arrival of more balmy conditions is bringing notable improvements to our ë-C4 driving range. Nat Barnes reports.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Captur Iconic E-Tech Hybrid 145 Auto
Our hybrid Renault Captur compact crossover heads back to base after six months on the Fleet World fleet.
First Drive: Cupra Born
The Spanish startup has its sights set on success with its new EV. By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
Hot on the heels of a major revision, the Tiguan Allspace seven-seat SUV joins our long-term fleet.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Mokka-e SRi Nav Premium Auto
As the Mokka-e heads back to Vauxhall, Natalie Middleton looks back at just how easy the switch to electric has been.
Fleet World Fleet: Citröen ë-C4
Is it better to be early to the party or late and with a better outfit, ponders Nat Barnes.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza 1.0 TSI FR 95PS
Our newest long termer appeals to both the head and the heart, says Luke Wikner.
Fleet World Fleet: Citröen ë-C4
Nat Barnes takes delivery of our new Citröen ë-C4 long-termer, just before Storm Eunice takes its toll.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD
John Challen waves off our long-term XC60 Recharge.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Mokka-e SRi Nav Premium Auto
A trip to the tip puts the Mokka-e’s practicality to the test. By Natalie Middleton.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi e-tron Technik 50 quattro
Julian Kirk enthuastically greets our new, fully electric long termer.
Road Test: Vauxhall Grandland
Plug-in hybrid technology and upgrades inside and out for the mid-size SUV. By John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Captur Iconic E-Tech Hybrid 145 Auto
John Kendall continues to put our hybrid Renault Captur compact crossover to the test.
Road Test: BMW iX
The Munich manufacturer’s i family grows with an SUV you certainly won’t miss, says John Challen.
Road Test: Jeep Compass 4xe
The Compass offroader gains upgrades inside and out, with PHEV tech to boot. John Challen tests it out.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi Q7 55 TFSIe quattro S line
Julian Kirk finishes his test drive of the Q7 PHEV with a look at the merits of running a PHEV in the current marketplace
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Mokka-e SRi Nav Premium Auto
While there’s a lot to be said for having a home charger, the UK’s public charging network is rapidly advancing too, says Natalie Middleton.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Formentor VZ2 eHybrid AFV 245
As the Formentor returns back to base, Luke Wikner reflects on six months of life with a plug-in hybrid Cupra.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Captur Iconic E-Tech Hybrid 145 Auto
John Kendall reports back on how the Renault Captur compact crossover is faring on our long-term fleet.
Road Test: Genesis G70 Shooting Brake
The estate version of the G70 will turn a lot of heads as Genesis banks on European success, says Olly Benn.
Road Test: Kia Sportage
New Sportage is a big car for Kia and it successfully hits the spot, says John Challen
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD
John Challen advises would-be XC60 drivers on the best options from the list.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Mokka-e SRi Nav Premium Auto
Natalie Middleton finds that a few small changes to EV driving practices make a major difference to the Mokka-e range.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Mokka-e SRi Nav Premium Auto
It’s been a busy few weeks for Vauxhall’s Mokka-e electric crossover in the news.
Road Test: Genesis GV70
Diesel-powered SUVs still have their place, especially if they have a bit of luxury, says John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD
The XC60’s equipment features come into their own as the weather gets colder. John Challen reports.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Formentor VZ2 eHybrid AFV 245
The Formentor’s average fuel consumption hits a new high note, reports Luke Wikner.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD
John Challen stretches our plug-in hybrid XC60 long termer with some high-mileage journeys.
Road Test: Kia EV6
Impressive performance and driving range make Kia’s first dedicated EV a hit, says John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Captur Iconic E-Tech Hybrid 145 Auto
The multi-award winning Renault Captur compact crossover joins our long-term fleet. John Kendall reports back.
First Drive: MG ZS EV
SUVs and electric vehicles are very popular with MG buyers. So what better than a car that combines the two, asks John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Mokka-e SRi Nav Premium Auto
In our latest long-term test of the Vauxhall Mokka-e, Natalie Middleton gets to grips with the local charging infrastructure. Or, rather, the lack of it.
Mercedes-Benz C 300 e PHEV
An impressive electric-only range is just one of the highlights of Mercedes’ latest PHEV, says John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Mokka-e SRi Nav Premium Auto
The newest entrant to our long-term fleet is the fully electric Vauxhall Mokka-e. Natalie Middleton prepares for a steep learning curve.
First Drive: Renault Arkana
Arkana brings coupé-SUVs to the mainstream, with hybrid running costs, thinks Natalie Middleton.
Road Test: Hyundai Bayon
Hyundai’s entry-level SUV appeals as it’s an attractive value package, says Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Audi Q3 TFSI e Sportback
John Challen gets behind the wheel of Audi’s latest plug-in hybrid in coupé-like Sportback form.
Fleet World Fleet: Cupra Formentor VZ2 eHybrid AFV 245
Luke Wikner gets behind the wheel of our new 245hp plug-in hybrid Cupra Formentor coupe-SUV long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Scala SE L 1.5 TSI 150PS
John Kendall tests our long-term Škoda Scala further and finds a core part of its appeal lies under the bonnet.
First Drive: Peugeot 508 PSE
Hottest 508 is an impressive performer, with fleet-friendly running costs, finds Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Suzuki Swace 1.8 Hybrid SZ5 CVT
Natalie Middleton hands the keys back to our Swace long-termer.
First Drive: Škoda Enyaq iV
Martyn Collins finds Škoda’s first EV is spacious and easy to drive.
Fleet World Fleet: Suzuki Swace 1.8 Hybrid SZ5 CVT
The practicality of our long-term Suzuki Swace comes under focus.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Golf R-Line 1.5-litre eTSI 150hp 7-speed DSG
The fuel economy on the Golf continues to deliver impressive results, reports Julian Kirk.
First Drive: Hyundai Ioniq 5
The Ioniq 5 impresses with its space and design, find Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD
Our long-term Volvo XC60 PHEV heads to the dealers. John Challen reports.
Fleet World Fleet: Suzuki Swace 1.8 Hybrid SZ5 CVT
Our long-term test of the Swace continues with some longer-journey trials.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW 330e M Sport xDrive Touring
Our BMW plug-in hybrid estate gets tested on the family staycation. Martyn Collins reports.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda MX-30 Sport Lux
Martyn Collins puts our fully electric Mazda to the test over the summer holidays.
Road Test: Ford Fiesta ST-Line X 1.0L EcoBoost MHEV 155PS
Mild hybrid has no effect on the Fiesta’s popular, fine driving formula, finds Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda MX-30 Sport Lux
A range-extender version of the MX-30 would make a lot of sense, says Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Audi Q5 Sportback
Sportback versions of the Q5 add sharper looks for a price, finds Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Seat Leon e-Hybrid FR
Luke Wikner reflects back on six months behind the wheel of SEAT’s impressive Leon e-Hybrid.
First Drive: DS 9
Martyn Collins find the new DS range-topper is a refined alternative to established executive rivals.
Fleet World Fleet: Suzuki Swace 1.8 Hybrid SZ5 CVT
Our long-term Suzuki Swace hybrid estate is proving very easy to live with, says Natalie Middleton.
Road Test: Nissan Qashqai
Sharp new looks, plus added practicality should keep Qashqai buyers coming back, finds Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
New C-Class brings impressive tech and refinement to the compact executive class, finds Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Fiat 500 Electric
Martyn Collins reckons the new 500 moves a proven city car formula on, with great success.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV T6 AWD
The newcomer to our long-term test fleet takes the form of the big and bold Volvo XC60 Recharge PHEV. John Challen gets behind the wheel.
First Drive: Audi Q4 e-tron
Audi’s first mass market EV is attractive and comfortable, finds Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda MX-30 Sport Lux
Martyn Collins puts the electric Mazda’s range to the test.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Scala SE L 1.5 TSI 150PS
John Kendall reports back on our new Škoda Scala long-termer.
Road Test: Toyota Mirai
Second-generation Mirai saloon proves there’s a future for hydrogen power, thinks Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi Q7 55 TFSIe quattro S line
Julian Kirk reports back on our new Q7 long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Golf R-Line 1.5-litre eTSI 150hp 7-speed DSG
John Kendall gets the keys to our new long-term Golf.
Fleet World Fleet: Citroën ë-Dispatch electric van
Our long-term Citroën ë-Dispatch fully electric van gets thoroughly put to the test by Van Fleet World editor John Kendall.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Golf R-Line 1.5-litre eTSI 150hp 7-speed DSG
The Golf comes with a high level of equipment, as Julian Kirk reports.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW 330e M Sport xDrive Touring
Our new long-termer, the plug-in hybrid version of BMW’s compact executive estate, is proving both practical and efficient, says Martyn Collins
Road Test: Volkswagen ID.4
Martyn Collins wonders if the ID.4 should be the electric family choice?
Road Test: Kia Sorento PHEV
Plug-in hybrid version of the Sorento offers more savings and refinement, finds Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Suzuki Swace 1.8 Hybrid SZ5 CVT
Living with the Swace’s petrol-hybrid powertrain requires no adjustment at all, says Natalie Middleton.
Road Test: SEAT Leon 1.5 TSI SE Dynamic estate
Is the Leon estate, like the hatch, more evolution than revolution? Martyn Collins ponders.
Road Test: Hyundai Tucson
Hyundai’s latest SUV will make its mark – and not just with the styling, says Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Volvo XC40 P8 Recharge
It looks like a Volvo XC40, but underneath beats the heart of a Polestar, explains Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Volkswagen Arteon Shooting Brake
The Shooting Brake version of the Arteon adds more space and looks even better, but at a price, finds Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Vauxhall Mokka & Mokka e
Stylish new small SUV, with EV model marks a new dawn for Vauxhall under Stellantis ownership, finds Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Citroën C4
Entry-level Sense Plus petrol still flies the comfort flag and is well-equipped, finds Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Mercedes-Benz A 250 E AMG Line Premium
Martyn Collins checks out the quality and equipment of the interior on our A-Class long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC90 B5 R-Design
Our Volvo heads to the dealer to sort a faulty sensor.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Octavia Estate SE L 1.5 TSI
The Octavia departs our fleet as it picks up a latest award. John Challen reports.
Road Test: Citroën Ami
Martyn Collins tries Citroën’s new urban mobility solution that’s potentially on its way to the UK.
First Drive: Audi e-tron S
It’s the first high-performance EV from Audi, but has all the power in the e-tron S come at the expense of range, Martyn Collins asks?
First Drive: Jaguar F-Pace/F-Pace Plug-in Hybrid
A new interior, mild hybrid diesel engine and, most importantly, plug-in hybrid versions are highlights of the facelifted F-Pace, Martyn Collins finds.
Road Test: Ford Mustang Mach-E
Martyn Collins finds there’s not much Mustang in Ford’s first EV – but it’s still a great drive with affordable BiK and impressive range.
Road Test: Jaguar E-Pace PHEV
Same-again looks hide a new platform, plug-in power and revised interior, finds Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Octavia Estate SE L 1.5 TSI
John Challen gets behind the wheel of the Octavia Estate to test our latest long-termer.
Road Test: Hyundai i30
Mild hybrid technology and a clever gearbox marks out the refreshed i30, says Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Jaguar XF
An all-new interior and diesel engine with mild hybrid technology mark out the facelifted XF in the executive class, Martyn Collins finds.
Road Test: SEAT Ateca
Ateca gets styling changes and tech upgrades, while remaining a great drive, says Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Citroën C4 and ë-C4
SUV-like styling and the choice of diesel, petrol and full electric power will mean Citroën’s new small family rival will shake up the class, says Martyn … Read More »
Road Test: Polestar 2
Stylish with impressive range, the Polestar 2 has the ‘want’ factor, according to Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Mazda MX-30
Quirky, but the MX-30 is great to drive, well-equipped and affordable, says Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Toyota RAV4 Plug-in
The flagship RAV4 model is now a plug-in hybrid. Martyn Collins finds the result expensive but likeable.
Road Test: Volkswagen ID.3
Martyn Collins asks whether the ID.3 is the car to bring electric motoring to the masses?
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Mii Electric
With the autumnal cold comes a greater demand on an EV’s electricity demand.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC90 B5 R-Design
Last issue’s introduction of the XC90 mentioned the £6,000 of options fitted to our test car, so it’s time to assess their worth.
Road Test: Audi A3 Sportback 40 TFSI e
Pivotal to Audi’s fleet aspirations for the latest A3 Sportback range, the premium small-family hatch has gone plug-in hybrid. As expected, the result impresses, Martyn Collins … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda3 2.0 180PS GT Sport
Pandemic and lockdown restrictions have meant I’ve not been able to really let the Mazda3 shine, after being restricted to local journeys; mainly urban school runs … Read More »
First Drive: Citroën ë-C4
Citroën’s all-new family hatchback challenger follows other new PSA models by offering a full-electric version, promising a long range and low running costs. Martyn Collins takes … Read More »
Road Test: Suzuki S-Cross Hybrid
The new Suzuki S-Cross now benefits from a ‘strong’ mild hybrid system, finds Jonathan Musk.
Road Test: BMW X3 xDrive30e M Sport
Plug-in tech promises low tax and running costs for the appealing X3. Jonathan Musk drives.
Fleet World Fleet: Mercedes-Benz A 250 e AMG Line Premium
Our new plug-in hybrid Mercedes-Benz A-Class is a welcome addition to the Fleet World long-term fleet. Martyn Collins reports.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A3 Sportback 35 TFSI S Line
With me coming out of a Volvo, and fellow long-term tester Julian going into one, his A3 was going spare – so I nabbed it.
First Drive: Hyundai i20
Sharp looks, a keen drive, plenty of standard kit and mild hybrid technology mark out the i20 in the supermini class, Martyn Collins finds.
Road Test: Auto e-tron Sportback S line
Lopping the boot off the e-tron isn’t as mad as it may at first seem, discovers Peter Richaud.
First Drive: Fiat’s electric 500
Improvements to Fiat’s best-seller go deeper than its electric powertrain, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Kia Sorento
Kia’s biggest UK SUV majors on technology and also includes hybrids for the first time in its history. Martyn Collins takes it for a drive.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda3 2.0 180PS GT Sport
Several weeks on from taking delivery of the Mazda3 and my first impressions have proved lasting ones.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC40 T5 Twin Engine R-Design Pro
Not long before the XC40 returned for good, Volvo asked for it back to investigate issues I’d identified with the snatchy brakes and centre console rattles.
Fleet World Fleet: Citroën C5 Aircross PureTech 180 Flair Plus
Sadly, the C5 Aircross is now back with its French maker, but that didn’t stop me piling the miles on our Citroën before it went. One … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Mii Electric
It’s fair to say that Covid-19 has had a massive impact on our economy, with fleets amongst the many businesses required to change radically to cope … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC90 B5 R-Design
Let’s be honest – there aren’t many people who are going to choose an XC90 from the company car choice list… The Benefit-in-Kind tax bill in … Read More »
Road Test: Hyundai i10 N Line
Could the mild-spice N Line i10 be all the car you’ll ever need? Jonathan Musk investigates.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC40 T5 Twin Engine R-Design Pro
Covid or not, summer holidays meant keeping my kids entertained, meaning more day trips and staycation holidays this year. As a result, the Volvo’s second month … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Mii Electric
Tax and fuel costs change frequently, but one thing has remained constant – electric cars offer big company savings, and never more so than since changes … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Arteon R-Line 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
The end of our time with Volkswagen’s Arteon came as the brand announced some serious revisions to the range – trim upgrades, new engines and, most … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT Line BlueHDi 130
Despite only covering 6,000 miles, the 508 has been into Desira Bury St Edmunds for its first service, required at yearly intervals/ 20,000 miles.
Road Test: Audi A6 50 TFSI e
Audi’s executive saloon goes plug-in hybrid and the result could be the pick of the A6 range, Martyn Collins reckons.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar XE S 2.0 180hp Diesel RWD Auto
It’s always difficult to hand back a car that’s been with me through thick and thin.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Superb Estate SE Technology 1.4 TSI iV 218PS DSG
John Challen finds the plug-in hybrid Superb Estate is highly easy to live with.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda3 2.0 180PS GT Sport
I feel like I’ve hit the jackpot with Fleet World’s new Mazda3 long termer – a feeling I’m sure is going to continue during its six … Read More »
Road Test: Suzuki Swift Sport
Hybridised Swift Sport cuts costs, but its increased price could be an issue, thinks Martyn Collins. SECTOR: Supermini PRICE: £21,820 FUEL (WLTP): 50.1mpg CO2 (WLTP): 127g/km … Read More »
First Drive: Citroën C5 Aircross Hybrid
Citroën’s SUV range-topper goes plug-in hybrid, promising impressive efficiency and running costs. Martyn Collins goes out for a drive.
First Drive: Lexus UX 300e
Signifying the first full-EV Lexus, does the UX hit the sweet spot, asks Jonathan Musk?
Road Test: Dacia Logan MCV Stepway TCE 100 Bi-Fuel
If you want utilitarian bang-for-your-buck, look no further than the Dacia Logan MCV Stepway Bi-Fuel, says Jonathan Musk.
First Drive: Mini Countryman
The facelift for the second-generation Countryman focuses on design tweaks, additional equipment and new tech, Martyn Collins finds. SECTOR: Crossover PRICE: £24,295-£36,075 FUEL (WLTP): 42.8-166.2mpg CO2 (WLTP): 39-163g/km With … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT Line BlueHDi 130
Peugeot’s cracked windscreen brings a need for an ADAS check, says Dan Gilkes.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Arteon R-Line 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
Julian Kirk tries to define our long-term Arteon.
Road Test: Škoda Octavia
Škoda’s lower-medium favourite gets a distinctive new look. Martyn Collins takes it for a drive.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
An extended stay, due in part to coronavirus, saw the Combo Life spend some nine months with me, giving me a chance to really put it … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC40 T5 Twin Engine R-Design Pro
Martyn Collins puts the XC40 PHEV through day-to-day family life.
Fleet World Fleet: Renault Clio Iconic TCe 100
The Renault Clio brightens up our long-term fleet. Luke Wikner reports back on its first few weeks in service.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC40 T5 Twin Engine R-Design Pro
Volvo’s smallest SUV, the XC40, has a growing electrified range, including the T5 Twin Engine. Martyn Collins recounts his first month with the plug-in hybrid.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
The Combo Life is put to the test with a family holiday.
First Drive: Ford Kuga
Is an SUV foot print, combined with Focus underpinnings and plug-in hybrid tech, a happy combination? Martyn Collins finds out…
First Drive: Land Rover Defender 110 D240 S
Has Land Rover pulled off the seemingly impossible task of reinventing the Defender for the modern age? Jonathan Musk finds out.
Fleet World Fleet: Kia ProCeed 1.4 T-GDi ISG GT-Line
Just one minor issue before lockdown, that was resolved easily, thanks to excellent customer service.
First Drive: Toyota Yaris
Compactness, practicality and efficiency – but has Toyota added the missing driver involvement to the Yaris? Martyn Collins finds out.
Road Test: Nissan Juke 1.0 Dig-T N-Connecta
More of the same from Nissan’s baby crossover, with significant improvements reckons Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 D4 R-Design
The XC60 is Volvo’s best-seller for fleet and after six months and 4,000 miles of living with this D4 R-Design, it’s not difficult to see why.
Road Test: Volkswagen up! GTI 5dr
Returned to the market after a short hiatus, the up! GTI is still a budget firecracker offering surprisingly good economy. Jonathan Musk drives.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
We report back on the wealth of kit on the Combo Life.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
The UK’s easing of lockdown conditions enables Natalie Middleton to get to grips with the Combo Life.
Road Test: BMW 118i M Sport
The latest 1 Series is nothing short of perfect, but it comes at a cost, finds Jonathan Musk.
Road Test: Passat SEL 2.0-litre TDI EVO SCR 150hp
Latest updates to the revised range ensure the Passat keeps its fleet-focused promise, writes Jonathan Musk.
First Drive: Kia Soul EV
Nearing a 300-mile range, the new Soul is now electric only in Europe, but does it answer the usual anxieties, Jonathan Musk asks.
Road Test: Volkswagen Golf Life 1.5 TSI 130hp
The new generation Golf marks its most radical change in decades, but does it upset the apple cart? Jonathan Musk finds out.
First Drive: Honda Jazz Hybrid
Honda’s reinvention of the Jazz puts it at the top of the small hybrid tree, finds Jonathan Musk.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
Natalie Middleton on lockdown motoring – or a lack of it – in the Combo Life.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza FR Sport 1.0 115PS
The final report on the Ibiza sees it earn it plaudits for its looks and boot space. Curtis Hutchinson reports.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
Natalie Middleton looks beyond the Combo Life’s exterior.
Road Test: Vauxhall Grandland X Hybrid4
Vauxhall’s potent plug-in hybrid SUV is laser-focused on user-choosers, explains Alex Grant.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Kodiaq Sportline 2.0-litre 150PS
John Challen reflects on the Kodiaq as it heads back to Škoda HQ. Our time with the Škoda Kodiaq has come to an end and it’s … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT Line BlueHDi 130
Top marks for my local dealer Desira Peugeot in Bury St Edmunds this week.
Fleet World Fleet: BMW 330e M Sport
Alex Grant tests the parking system in the BMW in his second report. At 4.7 metres, our 330e is only marginally shorter end to end than … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT Line BlueHDi 130
An over-eager service reminder gets sorted quick for our 508 SW. Top marks for my local dealer Desira Peugeot in Bury St Edmunds this week. With … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
There may be a limited company car user-chooser market for the Combo Life, but drivers are likely to get two nice surprises once they’re behind the … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav+ 150PS 2WD
In his final report on the CX-5, Craig Thomas reports on an excellent performance by Mazda’s dealership.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza FR Sport 1.0 115PS
The fifth-generation Ibiza is an important car for SEAT.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza FR Sport 1.0 115PS
Our new long-termer has a decidedly sporty flavour. Curtis Hutchinson reports back.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Ibiza FR Sport 1.0 115PS
We put the SEAT Ibiza’s interior and specification to the test.
Road test: Renault Clio R.S Line 130 EDC
Warmest Clio still follows the same high-quality, fine-driving formula, finds Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Arteon R-Line 2.0 TSI 190 DSG
Volkswagen has big plans to raise the profile of its Arteon saloon-cum-coupe model, with a hot R version and a shooting brake-style estate due next year.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 D4 R-Design
The XC60 has a very active presence in the Collins household. £2,000 is a lot of money for an option pack in a car, but in … Read More »
First Drive: BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé
BMW has built a fleet-friendly coupé, finds Jonathan Musk, with the addition of two extra doors and 1 Series efficiency.
Road test: BMW X6 xDrive30d M Sport
Can the segment-defining X6 fend off a raft of new coupe-SUVs? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: Mini Cooper SE
Martyn Collins finds that this electric Mini’s keen drive does have a range cost.
First Drive: Peugeot 3008 GT Hybrid4
Peugeot’s hybrid SUV combines practicality, all-wheel drive and predicted low running costs, reckons Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Vauxhall Corsa
The fifth generation of a household name is now equipped for a new era. By Alex Grant.
Road test: Škoda Superb SE L Estate 2.0 TDI DSG 4×4
Practice makes perfect for the new Superb, finds Jonathan Musk.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav+ 150PS 2WD
It’s all change for the CX-5, as Craig Thomas takes over testing. Taking over the running of the CX-5 means a change in environment for the … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Kodiaq Sportline 2.0-litre 150PS
John Challen gets to grips with the Kodiaq’s onboard tech. My frustrations last month with the Kodiaq’s infotainment system have receded somewhat – and I’m sure … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: BMW 330e M Sport
Alex Grant takes the keys for our new 330e plug-in hybrid long-termer. With the Government changing the goalposts on the phasing out of combustion engines this … Read More »
First Drive: Peugeot 508 Hybrid 225 GT
Plug-in hybrid 508s are next in Peugeot’s electrification plans. Martyn Collins finds a few compromises.
Fleet World Fleet: Peugeot 508 SW GT Line BlueHDi 130
Dan Gilkes heads behind the wheel of our long-term 508 SW.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo XC60 D4 R-Design
It is a case of new year, new Volvo for Fleet World as in early December I took delivery of Volvo’s most popular model, an XC60 … Read More »
First Drive: Fiat 500 and Panda Hybrid
Fiat has been late to electrify, but the first steps are being taken along its electric path, discovers Jonathan Musk.
First Drive: Ford Puma
Mild hybrid engines, clever stowage features and neat styling could take the Ford Puma to the top, says Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
The Combo Life remains a faithful stead, says Curtis Hutchinson. Three months in and the Combo Life XL is making sense as a fleet proposition. While … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Kodiaq Sportline 2.0-litre 150PS
John Challen checks out the wealth of kit on the Kodiaq. I like to think I embrace technology and the advances it brings, even when I … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav+ 150PS 2WD
The CX-5’s impressive headlamps and bucket load of equipment help temper the weather, reports Dan Gilkes.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL
The recent announcement of several new Touareg variants helps make an even stronger case for Volkswagen’s big 4×4 among user-choosers, says Julian Kirk in his final … Read More »
First Drive: Hyundai i10
Stuffed full of equipment, the i10 aims to make the city car relevant again, finds Jonathan Musk.
Road Test: Renault Captur
The B-SUV pioneer is back, with an improved package that still appeals, reckons Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Tarraco 2.0 TDI 190 Xcellence
Our final review on the Tarraco as it heads back home.
First Drive: Peugeot 2008
With distinctive styling and the choice of full electric power, Martyn Collins reckons Peugeot’s baby SUV hits the mark against rivals.
Road Test: Ford Mondeo Titanium Edition Hybrid Estate
Martyn Collins wonders if estate practicality and a minor facelift is enough to save the Mondeo?
First Drive: Škoda CITIGOe iV
An electric supermini with equally super price is something to shout about, says Jonathan Musk.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Tarraco 2.0 TDI 190 Xcellence
Natalie Middleton tries some of the gadgets onboard the Tarraco. Dubbed ‘The Indulgent One’ in the Tarraco brochure, our mid-spec Excellence trim really does come with … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL
Julian Kirk does the maths on the Touareg’s finance options.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Kodiaq Sportline 2.0-litre 150PS
The Kodiaq proves its practical side. John Challen reports. The big Škoda is settling nicely into life in the Fleet World family and a number of … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 4hS
The Outlander PHEV continues to make a strong case for plug-in hybrids, says Alex Grant in his final report. It’s just over a year since OLEV … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
Our Combo Life long-termer is piling on the mileage, says Curtis Hutchinson. We are into our second month with the Combo Life and have had the … Read More »
First Drive: Mazda MX-30
The Mazda MX-30 challenges EV conventions and if you can live with the range, it will offer an interesting alternative to rivals, says Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Citroën C5 Aircross PureTech 180 Flair Plus
As the C5 Aircross heads back to base, Martyn Collins ruminates on its many high points. Sadly, the C5 Aircross is now back with its French … Read More »
Road Test: Audi A1 30 TFSI S Line
Martyn Collins finds it’s more of the same for Audi’s premium supermini, being good to drive with a reasonably spacious interior.
First Drive: Tesla Model 3
Tesla’s smallest and cheapest model takes away all reasons not to go electric, finds Jonathan Musk.
First drive: Volkswagen Golf
Tech heavy it might be, but can the new Golf retain the lead in the lower medium class?
First Drive: DS 3 Crossback E-Tense
Electric power transforms the DS 3 Crossback discovers Jonathan Musk.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav+ 150PS 2WD
Dan Gilkes looks into a service light on our CX-5.
Fleet World Fleet: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 4hS
Is a PHEV a half-way house to an EV? Alex Grant ponders.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Tarraco 2.0 TDI 190 Xcellence
The Tarraco proves a favourite with kids and adults alike, says Natalie Middleton. My seven-year-old made me laugh the other week when he said he’d love … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Vauxhall Combo Life Energy XL 7-seater 1.5 Turbo D
The latest car to join Fleet World’s long- term fleet is the Vauxhall Combo Life. Curtis Hutchinson gets behind the wheel.
Road Test: Cupra Ateca
Is the Cupra Ateca performance SUV worth the extra money compared to its SEAT sibling, asks Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Citroën C5 Aircross PureTech 180 Flair Plus
The C5 Aircross is gripping stuff, says Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Kodiaq Sportline 2.0-litre 150PS
An upsized Škoda joins our long-term fleet. John Challen reports.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL
The Touareg is going down smoothly on the Fleet World fleet. Our Touareg is fitted with the optional air suspension – a £2,370 extra which allows … Read More »
First Drive: SEAT Mii Electric
Martyn Collins reckons the Mii Electric is a promising start for SEAT as the brand progresses its move towards electrification.
First Drive: Toyota C-HR
A new range-topping hybrid plus improvements to styling, quality and infotainment enhance the Toyota C-HR’s fleet proposition, reckons Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Lexus RX 450h
Lexus is 30 and to celebrate, it’s added more driver appeal to the RX 450 SUV. Martyn Collins reckons it’s worth a look.
First Drive: Audi A8 L 60 TFSIe
Plug-in power shows a more efficient side to Audi’s flagship, thinks Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Land Rover Discovery Sport
Martyn Collins finds adding a new platform brings welcome extra refinement and composed handling to the Discovery Sport formula.
First Drive: Renault Captur
The B-SUV pioneer is back, with an improved package that still appeals, reckons Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Audi A7 55 TFSIe plug-in hybrid
Audi’s big coupé goes plug-in hybrid, and it could be the pick of the A7 range, Martyn Collins reckons.
First Drive: Peugeot 208 & e-208
Distinctive styling and the choice of full electric power could see Peugeot’s new baby shake up the supermini class, thinks Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq SE L 1.5-Litre TSI 150PS
John Challen’s final report on the Karoq compact SUV.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL
A weekend away sees the Touareg show its practical side, says Julian Kirk.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Tarraco 2.0 TDI 190 Xcellence
Natalie Middleton reports back on how the Tarraco is faring. The wealth of assistance features on our Tarraco has kept me well occupied of late, from … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar XF R-Sport D180 AWD
Even biblical rain doesn’t hinder the XF, says Jonathan Musk in his final review.
Fleet World Fleet: Suzuki Vitara 1.0 BoosterJet SZ-T ALLGRIP
Luke Wikner bids a fond farewell to our long-term Vitara.
Fleet World Fleet: Suzuki Vitara 1.0 BoosterJet SZ-T ALLGRIP
Luke Wikner on the pros of the Vitara’s petrol engine and the cons of its 4WD.
Fleet World Fleet: Citroën C5 Aircross PureTech 180 Flair Plus
Martyn Collins’ latest report on our Citroën long-termer. Since I last reported on the Citroën, the miles have piled on at an impressive rate. Following a … Read More »
First Drive: Hyundai Kona Hybrid
Pinning its hopes on electric tech, Hyundai is set to challenge the market- leading Toyota C-HR with the Kona Hybrid, discovers Jonathan Musk.
Fleet World Fleet: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 4hS
Alex Grant looks to dispel some popular myths on PHEVs. Seven months into life with a plug-in hybrid and I’ve discovered an unexpected, repetitive aspect to … Read More »
First Drive: BMW 1 Series
BMW’s third-generation premium C-segment challenger offers more efficiency, space and advanced tech, says Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Mini Cooper Clubman Classic
Facelift changes help the Mini Clubman’s positioning, thinks Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Mercedes-Benz A-Class A200 AMG Line
Craig Thomas explores the A-Class’s cabin. Let’s talk about interiors. No, this isn’t Elle Decoration: we’re going to talk about the A-Class’s cabin, which is a … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Tarraco 2.0 TDI 190 Xcellence
The latest seven-seater SUV to arrive on our test fleet, the SEAT Tarraco has been very much welcomed, says Natalie Middleton. Having driven the Peugeot 5008 … Read More »
First Drive: Volvo XC90
Minor facelift for Volvo’s biggest SUV, but the interesting stuff happens under the XC90’s bonnet, says Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic
Our final report on the A6 Avant long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL
Julian Kirk explores the equipment on the test Tourareg. With its understated looks our Touareg never really gets that much attention from the outside, but it’s … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq SE L 1.5-Litre TSI 150PS
John Challen’s latest report on the Karoq long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav+ 150PS 2WD
Dan Gilkes puts the CX-5’s practicality to the test.
Fleet World Fleet: Citroën C5 Aircross PureTech 180 Flair Plus
Martyn Collins receives the keys to our new long-term Citroën.
First Drive: Kia XCeed
The latest crossover evolution of the Ceed hatch is the pick of the range, reckons Martyn Collins.
Road Test: BMW 318d Sport
Is the 318d the answer to the cost-conscious fleet manager, asks Martyn Collins?
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz S560e L AMG Line EQ Power
Sometimes carmakers’ greenest cars take the unlikeliest of forms, says Julian Kirk.
First Drive: SsangYong Korando
Korando is a worthy leftfield option in the crowded Qashqai class, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Hyundai Ioniq Electric
A larger battery is the tip of the iceberg in a host of updates to the compelling Ioniq Electric package, finds Jonathan Musk.
First Drive: Vauxhall Astra
Efficient RDE2 diesels should re-sharpen the Astra’s fleet appeal, says Alex Grant.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar XF R-Sport D180 AWD
Jonathan Musk reports on the XF’s performance and economy. Jaguar’s going electric! In our digital age and following the success of Jaguar’s excellent I-Pace, the next … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq SE L 1.5-Litre TSI 150PS
One particularly practical feature on our long-term Karoq finds favour with John Challen.
Fleet World Fleet: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 4hS
The Outlander PHEV proves its practicality to Alex Grant.
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav+ 150PS 2WD
Dan Gilkes explores the equipment on our Mazda CX-5 test car.
First Drive: Škoda Kamiq
Is the new baby Škoda SUV too late to the party or the one we’ve been waiting for? Jonathan Musk finds out.
Fleet World Fleet: Suzuki Vitara 1.0 BoosterJet SZ-T ALLGRIP
In a strange way, the latest addition to the FW Fleet reminds me a little of the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV that my colleague Alex Grant is … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 231 4Motion SEL
Volkswagen’s Touareg joins the Fleet World long-term fleet. Volkswagen’s Touareg has carved a handy niche for itself over the years, offering a full-size 4×4 at prices … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic
Among the wealth of options on our A6 Avant one particular feature captures Martyn Collins’ eye.
Fleet World Fleet: Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC EX Manual hatchback
The Honda Civic reinforces the joie de vivre in the final stages of its final long-term test. The Civic’s swan song on our long-term test fleet … Read More »
First Drive: Nissan Leaf e+
Does the new longer-range Leaf make sense for fleet drivers, asks Natalie Middleton.
Road Test: Audi Q3 35 TFSI S Line S Tronic
Audi’s second take at the compact SUV market, equals bolder styling and a more grown up feel says Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Mini Clubman
Small upgrades and more power for Mini’s five-door estate. By Martyn Collins
First Drive: Mazda3 2.0 Skyactiv-X
The new Skyactiv-X petrol is clever, and the pick of the engines in the latest Mazda3, reckons Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq SE L 1.5-Litre TSI 150PS
John Challen assesses the Karoq’s storage space.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar XF R-Sport D180 AWD
Jonathan Musk ponders the XF’s market competition.
First Drive: Mazda CX-30
Not just the Mazda3 on stilts, the CX-30 strengthens the Japanese brand’s SUV range, thinks Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Škoda Octavia 1.0 TSI SE Drive
The basic Octavia is all the car you’ll ever need, finds Jonathan Musk.
Road Test: DS 3 Crossback BlueHDI 100
Revived as an SUV, does the new DS 3 Crossback meet expectations, asks Jonathan Musk.
Fleet World Fleet: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 4hS
When correctly used, plug-ins can make for far better driving behaviour, says Alex Grant. Plug-ins make better drivers. Drive one for any length of time and, … Read More »
Road Test: Jaguar E-Pace 150hp Pure FWD
The newest addition to Jaguar’s E-Pace line-up is, perhaps, the most unexciting – an entry-level diesel model powering drive to the front wheels only via a … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Mercedes-Benz A-Class A200 AMG Line
The latest A-Class long-term test from Craig Thomas.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic
A key swap on our A6 Avant long-termer brings a fresh pair of eyes.
Road Test: Mazda3 1.8D 116hp GT Sport
Jonathan Musk drives the Mazda3 diesel, which aims to take on Focus and Golf and beat them at their own game.
First Drive: Audi A4
Significant updates, including a core focus on connectivity and electrified drivetrains, will keep the Audi A4 popular with fleets, thinks Martyn Collins.
First Drive: MG ZS EV
MG enters the electric market, with an inexpensive proposition and enticing specs, finds Jonathan Musk.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V60 D3 R-Design
Martyn Collins’ final report on our V60 long-termer.
First drive: Škoda Superb
82% of current-generation Superb sales went to fleets in Europe; Martyn Collins thinks this mid-life refresh will keep them and UK buyers coming back.
First Drive: Ford Focus ST
The hottest Focus yet with an ST badge on the boot has big hot hatch shoes to fill. Martyn Collins reckons it’s well up to the … Read More »
Road Test: BMW 7 Series
BMW’s 7 Series update is much more than just skin-deep, finds Jonathan Musk.
Fleet World Fleet: SEAT Tarraco 2.0 TDI 190 Xcellence
Luke Wikner provides a first review of our new long-term test car.
Fleet World Fleet: Škoda Karoq SE L 1.5-LITRE TSI 150PS
John Challen gets onboard with Skoda’s marketing for his latest long-term Karoq test report. I’m not normally one to get taken in by brand-building exercises or … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 4hS
Are third-party navigation apps the future for carmakers? Alex Grant ponders.
Fleet World Fleet: Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC EX Manual hatchback
Natalie Middleton gets to grips with some of the Civic’s very driver-friendly features.
First Drive: Renault Clio
The fifth-generation Clio feels well equipped for a shifting fleet market, says Alex Grant.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic
This month, Julian Kirk ponders on the kit on the A6 Avant. Last month we analysed the worth of the optional extras fitted to the exterior … Read More »
First Drive: Volkswagen Passat
Revised plug-in hybrid model, plus other innovations, bring the Passat back into contention, says Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Mercedes-Benz A-Class A200 AMG Line
Our new long-termer may be small but it’s by no means diminutive. Craig Thomas takes to the roads to test it. Despite the almost ubiquity of … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav+ 150PS 2WD
Dan Gilkes files his first report on our new Mazda CX-5 long-termer.
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar XF R-Sport D180 AWD
The XF is faring well on the Fleet World long-term fleet. Jonathan Musk reports.
Road Test: Peugeot 508 SW GT Line BlueHDi 130 EAT8
Not the biggest estate, but Martyn Collins thinks the Peugeot 508 SW looks great and is surprisingly practical.
Road Test: Suzuki Jimny 1.5 SZ5
Martyn Collins struggles to remain objective about the latest Suzuki Jimny.
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz GLC 300 d 4matic
New engines, plus styling and tech tweaks, refine the already very competent GLC package, reckons Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Nissan Micra N-Sport
The sports-tuned Micra debuts a couple of significant new engines, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Lexus UX 250h
A C-segment luxury SUV that doesn’t break the bank? Lexus thinks it has the answer, discovers Jonathan Musk.
Road Test: Ford Focus Active
A little extra height turns Ford’s popular hatch and estate into a soft-roading crossover, finds Craig Thomas.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz A-Class A 200 AMG
Mercedes-Benz is back on top form with its latest range and the A-Class is no exception, finds Jonathan Musk.
Road Test: Hyundai Tucson 1.6 T-GDi N-Line
Tucson is next in-line for a sporty N-Line makeover and Martyn Collins reckons it hasn’t spoiled this capable SUV.
Fleet World Fleet: Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC EX Manual hatchback
Our long-term test reinforces the Honda Civic’s safety credentials, says Natalie Middleton. Back a few months ago I said that one of the over-riding first – … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 4hS
Alex Grant reports on how easy our Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV long-termer is proving to live with. Living with a car beyond the usual week-long loan is … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V60 D3 R-Design
The Volvo V60 gets put through its paces on a family holiday, writes Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic
Which options should A6 Avant would-be drivers opt for, ponders Julian Kirk. We didn’t tick many option boxes when speccing our A6 Avant, so which were … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Jaguar XF R-Sport D180 AWD
Jonathan Musk starts getting to grips with our latest long-termer.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 4Matic AMG Line
With a Benefit-in-Kind figure akin to its diesel sibling, the Mercedes-Benz CLS 450 4Matic AMG Line could be more relevant for corporate drivers than you’d think, … Read More »
First Drive: Volvo S60 T5 R-Design Edition
Martyn Collins reckons there’s much more to the all-new S60 than just being the saloon version of the V60.
Road Test: Audi A6 saloon 40 TDI S line S-tronic
Changes to the new A6 bring a rock-solid fleet proposition, says Julian Kirk.
Road Test: Citroën Berlingo Multispace Feel BlueHDI 100 S&S
Berlingo is a true multi-purpose utility vehicle, says Dan Gilkes.
Road Test: SEAT Tarraco 2.0 TDI 190 Excellence
Tarraco follows a common path, but Martyn Collins reckons this SEAT has plenty to offer fleet buyers.
Road Test: Jaguar XF Sportbrake 2.0D 240hp AWD R-Sport
The XF Sportbrake is the perfect blend of prestige, performance and space, discovers Jonathan Musk.
Road Test: Škoda Fabia 1.0 TSI Monte Carlo
Sportiest trim shows there’s still plenty of life in Škoda’s supermini, thinks Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Volvo XC40 D3 & T3
Do the new petrol and diesel engines added to the XC40 range make a difference, asks Jonathan Musk.
First Drive: Jaguar F-Pace SVR
Jaguar’s F-Pace finally gets a beating V8 heart and it’s something quite special, finds Jonathan Musk
First Drive: Toyota Camry
Reintroduced after a 15-year absence, the Camry takes over where the Avensis left off, finds Jonathan Musk.
Road Test: Honda CR-V Hybrid 2WD
Honda’s fifth-gen CR-V has ditched diesel to turn to hybrid power. Martyn Collins puts its performance to the test.
Fleet World Fleet: Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC EX Manual hatchback
Natalie Middleton puts the centre console on our long-term Honda Civic to the test. After several months of testing the Honda, there’s still something I can’t … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV 4hS
Do the changes to the latest Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV keep it ahead of the pack? Alex Grant’s first report on our new long-termer. The 2010s will … Read More »
First Drive: Jaguar XE
The new Jaguar XE has a renewed fleet focus with a RDE2 compliant diesel and more premium appearance, finds Jonathan Musk.
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic
Julian Kirk puts the A6 Avant’s load-lugging abilities to the test. Part of my rock and roll life these days is to act as general gopher … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V60 D3 R-Design
Finding fault with the V60 is far from easy, says Martyn Collins. Volvo kindly sent me home from the UK launch in one of their Cross … Read More »
First UK Drive: BMW 3 Series (320d M Sport)
BMW’s latest 3 Series impresses at every level, finds Jonathan Musk, but with stiff competition does it remain top of the class?
Road Test: Audi e-tron
Martyn Collins reckons the e-tron makes the transition to electric motoring painless – but at a price.
First Drive: Škoda Scala
The C-Sector is a tough nut to crack, so has Škoda succeeded with Scala? Martyn Collins finds out.
Road Test: Range Rover Evoque
Martyn Collins finds out if Land Rover has managed to inject more Range Rover into its baby.
Road Test: Peugeot 508 GT 225
The majority of 508s will be diesel-powered but Martyn Collins finds out if the range-topping petrol is also worth a look.
First UK Drive: Hyundai Nexo
Spearheading Hyundai’s hydrogen plans, the Nexo aims to make hydrogen conventional, finds Jonathan Musk.
Road Test: Peugeot 508 SW
Martyn Collins wonders if Peugeot has placed style and desirability ahead of class-leading practicality?
Road Test: Hyundai i30N Fastback
Same giant-killing hot-hatch character, with a softer Fastback flavour, says Martyn Collins.
Fleet World Fleet: Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC EX Manual hatchback
Our long-term Civic is certainly proving its low fuel consumption abilities, says Natalie Middleton. Four months into our test of the Civic and its fuel economy … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Audi A6 Avant 40 TDI S line S tronic
Julian Kirk finds solace in his new Audi long-termer.
First Drive: Volvo V60 Cross Country D4
Martyn Collins finds the V60 Cross Country could be all the off-roader business drivers ever need.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V60 D3 R-Design
Our Volvo V60 long-termer brings a wealth of onboard equipment, says Martyn Collins. Think Volvo, think safety. The well-being kit fitted to my V60 just adds … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Ford S-Max ST-Line 2.0 EcoBlue
In his final report, Alex Grant figures which S-Max model is the best deal.
First Drive: DS 3 Crossback
Second in the new DS model assault, the DS 3 turns SUV, and Martyn Collins reckons it’s the brand’s most convincing model yet.
First Drive: Audi E-Tron
Audi’s bid for EV early adoption glory starts with a promising – if expensive – SUV, says Craig Thomas.
First Drive: Volkswagen T-Cross
Does Volkswagen’s new baby SUV live up to the success of its bigger brothers, asks Jonathan Musk.
Road Test: Citroën C5 Aircross
C5 Aircross might be late to the SUV party, but its comfort stands out, discovers Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Renault Kadjar
New engines and a focus on aesthetics should give the Kadjar a boost, reckons Alex Grant.
First Drive: Toyota Corolla
Quality, durability and reliability – but has Toyota added emotion to the Corolla? Martyn Collins finds out.
First Drive: Mazda3
Finally the Mazda3 gets a sharp suit to match its keen drive, finds Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Škoda Kodiaq vRS
Does giving our favourite large SUV the vRS treatment spoil it? Martyn Collins hits the road to find out.
Fleet World Fleet: Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC EX Manual hatchback
Natalie Middleton finds there’s rather a lot of safety kit on our long-term Civic. One of the over-riding first – and ongoing – impressions on our … Read More »
Fleet World Fleet: Ford S-Max ST-Line 2.0 EcoBlue
Family-friendly transport need not always be a compromise, says Alex Grant.
Fleet World Fleet: Volvo V60 D3 R-Design
Our new long-termer has quite a few creature comforts up its sleeve, reports Martyn Collins. Heated steering wheel? It is something I’ve never ever needed, but … Read More »
First Drive: Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Tough meaningful looks aren’t just skin deep in the new hybrid-only RAV4, discovers Jonathan Musk.
Fleet World Fleet: Ford S-Max ST-Line EcoBlue
Alex Grant provides a first review of our new long-term test car.
Road Test: Volkswagen Golf SV
Volkswagen’s space-efficient compact MPV deserves wider recognition, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: SEAT Tarraco
Seat’s new flagship offers impressive quality and practicality, reckons Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Fiat 500X
You’d be forgiven for missing updates to Fiat’s chic urban SUV, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Honda CR-V Hybrid
Honda’s latest hybrid takes over from diesel power in the new CR-V. Jonathan Musk reports.
Fleet World Fleet: Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC EX Manual hatchback
The new Fleet World long-termer is quite a looker, reports Natalie Middleton.
Road Test: Mitsubishi Shogun Sport 4
Can the Shogun Sport live up to its namesake’s go-anywhere reputation? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: BMW 3 Series
Now in its seventh generation, BMW’s latest updates ensure the 3 Series remains top of the class, finds Jonathan Musk.
First Drive: Nissan Qashqai 1.3-litre petrol
A tie-in with Daimler adds refinement and improves economy in the latest Qashqai update, discovers Jonathan Musk…
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz C-Class & E-Class PHEVs
More range, faster charging and a diesel option add up to perhaps the perfect all-round choice for fleets, says Kyle Fortune.
First Drive: Kia e-Niro
Conventional styling and more boot space are key e-Niro attractions, reckons Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Volvo V60 D4 Inscription
Volvo’s compact executive estate gives plenty for rivals to worry about, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Suzuki Jimny
Don’t be fooled by the cute styling, Suzuki’s tough Jimny means business. By Alex Grant.
Road Test: Hyundai i30 N-Line
The i30 gets its first sports-styled trim level, and Alex Grant reckons there’s plenty to like.
Road Test: Jeep Cherokee
Can Jeep’s best-known nameplate further the brand’s recent growth in fleet? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: Citroën C5 Aircross
There’s more to Citroën’s flagship SUV than concept car styling, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Alpina D5 S
Alpina’s fine-tuned 5 Series is an uncompromisingly capable executive car, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Skoda Fabia
In a growing Skoda line-up, does the familiar Fabia still impress? Alex Grant finds out.
Road Test: MG3
MG has injected some much-needed modernity into its entry-level model, says Alex Grant.
Road test: Kia Sportage
There are some notable new diesel options behind Kia’s refreshed best-seller, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz CLS
The CLS is cutting-edge design that plays to some traditional brand strengths, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Hyundai Nexo
The Nexo SUV brings hydrogen fuel cells a step closer to mass market appeal, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Kia Sorento GT-Line
The sportiest Sorento makes the most of the flagship’s latest technology, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Vauxhall Combo Life
The answer to small families’ mobility woes isn’t always SUV-shaped, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Mazda6
In a tough sector, the 6 offers something a little different to the norm, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV
Does Mitsubishi’s latest reworking of the popular plug-in make it any better? Jonathan Musk finds out…
First Drive: BMW X4
Distinctive and more spacious, the new X4 is a serious coupe-SUV, says Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Mazda CX-3
Launched in 2015, Mazda’s CX-3 B-segment SUV has established itself as a volume seller for the brand, having sold 58,627 units in Europe in the last … Read More »
First Drive: MINI Clubman City
Mini is best known as a retail brand, but with the City its aiming to open its six doors to fleets…
Road Test: Ford Ecosport ST-Line 1.0 EcoBoost (140PS)
Ford hopes to add a bit of Fiesta appeal to its sportiest compact SUV, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Volkswagen Polo GTI
The Polo takes its best shot yet at the junior hot hatch class. By Alex Grant.
Road Test: Ford Mustang GT Convertible
In a country full of German drop-tops, can a five-litre Mustang make sense? Alex Grant finds out.
Road Test: Suzuki Swift Sport
Replacing a cult classic, Alex Grant finds out if the grown up new Swift Sport has lost its edge.
First Drive: Jeep Renegade
The junior Jeep is taking a step towards a diesel-free future, explains Alex Grant
First Drive: Jeep Wrangler
A true off-roader that feels more at home away from the tarmac, says Craig Thomas.
Road Test: Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross 4 CVT AWD
A new shape for the Eclipse name, but can it build on the Outlander PHEV’s success? By Alex Grant.
Early Drive: 2019 BMW 3 Series
Neil Briscoe gets an early drive of the all-new, high-technology 3 Series in prototype form, to find out what’s in store for the next generation of … Read More »
First Drive: Kia Picanto X-Line
Kia’s top-spec Picanto hopes to tempt drivers out of compact SUVs, explains Alex Grant.
Road test: SEAT Arona 1.6 TDI
Seat’s Arona could just be what the market wants and needs, finds Jonathan Musk…
Road Test: Jaguar E-Pace P250 R-Dynamic HSE
The junior Jaguar shaped up differently to expected, but it’s filling a familiar role. By Alex Grant.
First Drive: Ford Fiesta ST
Is Ford’s latest Fiesta ST king of the current hot hatch crop? Jonathan Musk finds out…
First Drive: Hyundai Tucson
Jonathan Musk drives Hyundai’s refreshed mid-size SUV to find out what’s new…
First Drive: Hyundai Kona 1.6 CRDi diesel
Can diesel prove to be the pick of the bunch for Hyundai’s fun Kona? By Jonathan Musk
First Drive: Peugeot 508
Peugeot goes premium with the new 508 – and convincingly, too. By Alex Grant.
Road Test: Volkswagen Golf SV GT 1.5 TSI Evo (150PS) DSG
Volkswagen’s space-efficient compact MPV deserves wider recognition, reckons Alex Grant.
First Drive: Ford Fiesta Active
‘Active’ trim adds SUV looks to the Fiesta line-up, finds Jonathan Musk…
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Does Mercedes-Benz’s latest C-Class rewrite the rules for the compact segment, asks Jonathan Musk…
First Drive: Volvo V90 D4 Ocean Race
Behind yacht-inspired styling cues, the top-spec V90 is a great work tool, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: MG ZS Exclusive
MG sees its new SUV as an inroad into fleet – Alex Grant reckons it stands a good chance.
First Drive: Toyota Aygo
Do updates to the best-selling Toyota Aygo keep it at the head of the pack? Jonathan Musk finds out…
Road Test: Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace 1.4 TSI ACT SE Nav
Is the seven-seat Tiguan a genuine MPV alternative? Alex Grant isn’t convinced. SECTOR Large SUV PRICE £29,370 FUEL 46.3mpg CO2 137g/km In the decade since it launched, … Read More »
First Drive: Jaguar I-Pace
Does Jaguar’s first electric car meet expectations? Jonathan Musk finds out…
Road Test: Jaguar XF 25d AWD R-Sport
A little Land Rover technology has made the XF a thoroughbred Jaguar sports saloon, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: Citroën C3 Aircross BlueHDI 100 Feel
Citroën’s take on the popular supermini-SUV class is a distinctive newcomer. By Alex Grant.
Road Test: Nissan X-Trail dCi 130 4WD Tekna
Alex Grant wonders if the versatile X-Trail might be the last of its kind.
First Drive: Range Rover P400e Plug-in Hybrid
Range Rover reckons 20% of customers are already opting for the PHEV, Jonathan Musk finds out why…
First Drive: BMW X2
BMW hopes the X2 will stand out with keen styling and dynamics to match. By Martyn Collins.
First Drive: Hyundai Nexo
Nexo does more than just pick up where the ix35 fuel cell left off, explains Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Kia Niro PHEV
Smart thinking from Kia, but the plug-in Niro has stiff competition on the way. By Alex Grant.
Road Test: Peugeot 308 SW BlueHDI 150 GT-Line
Hot hatch styling with fleet-friendly running costs, the 308 is a great user-chooser option, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Volkswagen Up GTI
Can Volkswagen’s smallest hot hatch punch above its weight? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: Hyundai i30 Fastback
A stylish coupé-like saloon extends the i30’s appeal, reckons Craig Thomas.
Road Test: Volkswagen Arteon 2.0 TSI Elegance
Alex Grant finds out if Volkswagen’s four-door fastback has substance to match the seductive styling.
First Drive: Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace
Does stretching a Tiguan appeal to the family man? Jonathan Musk takes a closer look.
First Drive: Nissan Leaf
Is Nissan’s trailblazer still ahead of the electric pack? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: Audi A7 50 TDI Quattro
Audi’s sector-bridging coupé isn’t just a style statement, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Volkswagen Touareg
Volkswagen’s tech-laden new flagship aims to continue its fleet appeal. Jonathan Musk heads to Austria to find out if it does.
First Drive: Citroën C4 Cactus
There are some pleasant surprises behind the quirky C4 Cactus’s restyle, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Volvo XC40 D4 AWD R-Design Pro
Volvo’s first compact SUV should have old and new rivals feeling worried, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Ford EcoSport
EcoSport gets a new look and improved quality, but the class has moved on, says Martyn Collins.
Road Test: Abarth 124 Spider
There’s more to Abarth’s lively drop-top than good first impressions, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC EX
Honda’s brilliant small diesel engine joins the Civic line-up, but can it match its predecessor’s frugality? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: Suzuki Swift Sport
Lighter, longer, more powerful and practical, the new Swift Sport aims to worry the established elite at their own game, discovers Jonathan Musk…
Road Test: SEAT Arona FR 1.5 TSI
Building on the popular Ateca, the compact Arona has all the makings of a great user-chooser car, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: Vauxhall Grandland X Turbo Elite
Long suspicious by its absence, can Vauxhall’s Qashqai rival muscle in on a crowded sector? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Already a cornerstone of the range, the new A-Class feels a cut above its rivals, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Renault Captur Dynamique S dCi 110
MPV flexibility in fashionable SUV form, updates to the Captur are predictably light, says Alex Grant. SECTOR Compact SUV PRICE £21,075 FUEL 76.4mpg CO2 98g/km Mixing … Read More »
Road Test: Kia Stinger GT S
Kia’s 365bhp flagship is a turning point beyond its modest sales expectations, says Alex Grant. SECTOR Compact Executive PRICE £40,495 FUEL 28.5mpg CO2 225g/km Confidence; it’s … Read More »
Road Test: Hyundai Kona Premium SE 1.0 T-GDi
The Kona stands to be a game-changer, once the full range arrives, reckons Alex Grant. SECTOR Compact SUV PRICE £21,445-£22,430* FUEL 54.3mpg CO2 117g/km With its … Read More »
First Drive: Range Rover Sport SVR
Is the new Range Rover Sport SVR the most versatile supercar available? Jonathan Musk finds out.
First Drive: Jaguar E-Pace 148bhp Diesel S
Does Jaguar’s new compact SUV live up to standards set by the popular F-Pace? Jonathan Musk finds out…
Road Test: Mazda CX-5 2WD 150hp Sport Nav
Mazda’s game-changer gets its heaviest update yet. By Alex Grant. SECTOR Medium SUV PRICE £28,695 FUEL 56.5mpg CO2 132g/km Mazda ushered in a new era with … Read More »
Road Test: Nissan Micra Tekna IG-T 90
Nissan’s reinvigorated supermini is a Micra only by name, explains Alex Grant. SECTOR Supermini PRICE £17,735 FUEL 61.4mpg CO2 104g/km Generational upgrades don’t come much more … Read More »
Road Test: Range Rover Velar
Outgrown your Evoque? The Velar might be just what you’re after, reckons Alex Grant.
First Drive: Audi A8 50 TDI
The future is hybrid for Audi’s new flagship. By Dave Humphreys.
First Drive: Hyundai i30 N
Hyundai’s first hot hatch is a turning point for the brand, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Lexus CT 200h
A major refresh when a new model is perhaps what’s really needed, suggests Craig Thomas.
Road Test: Volvo XC60 D4 AWD Momentum Pro
Volvo’s best-selling nameplate has become a real threat to the German brands, says Alex Grant. SECTOR Large SUV PRICE £39,500 FUEL 50.4mpg CO2 148g/km Although the … Read More »
First Drive: DS 7 Crossback
Is the first DS SUV redefining the segment, or just following the crowd? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: Hyundai Kona
A decent opening foray into the compact SUV market – but there’s more to come, says Craig Thomas.
Road Test: Peugeot 5008
Transforming into an SUV does little to dent the 5008’s family-moving ability, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: BMW X3
BMW’s third-generation X3 is a technological showcase, with more to come. By Alex Grant.
Road Test: Lexus NX 300h
Lexus’s big-seller gets a nip-tuck and new safety kit for 2018. By Craig Thomas.
First Drive: Kia Sorento 2.2 CRDi GT-Line S
Kia’s big SUV gets a new look and keener drive – has it worked? Martyn Collins isn’t sure.
Road Test: Alpina D3 Biturbo
Half a century in the making, Alpina’s big-seller appeals to both head and heart, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Range Rover Sport SDV6 Autobiography Dynamic
SECTOR: Large SUV PRICE: £82,945 FUEL: 40.4mpg CO2: 185g/km
Road Test: Mazda CX-3
The CX-3’s updates are easily missed in a car park, but obvious on the road, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Land Rover Discovery 2.0 SD4 HSE Luxury
SECTOR Large SUV PRICE £65,295 FUEL 43.5mpg combined CO2 171g/km There are some cars that you just don’t ‘get’ until you spend time … Read More »
First Drive: Vauxhall Grandland X
Is it better late than never for Vauxhall’s biggest SUV challenger, asks Julian Kirk.
First Drive: SEAT Arona
An accomplished small SUV to augment Seat’s expanding line-up, reckons, Craig Thomas.
First Drive: BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo
Can a new badge help BMW’s executive GT carve a bigger niche? Alex Grant finds out.
Road Test: Skoda Karoq
The Yeti’s larger successor has the market’s best crossovers in its sights, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Volkswagen T-Roc
Volkswagen has big plans for its compact crossover, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Hyundai i30 Premium 1.6 CRDi
Can the i30 stand up to the C-segment’s most formidable rivals? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: Kia Stinger
Does the Stinger signify that Kia’s aspirations are overly ambitious? Not at all, says Craig Thomas. Image is everything, the marketers tell us, and that’s certainly … Read More »
First Drive: Range Rover Evoque 2.0 SD4
Land Rover’s first introduction of Ingenium engines brings benefits to the Evoque, finds Jonathan Musk.
First Drive: Volvo XC40
Jonathan Musk finds out if Volvo’s new crossover lives up to the hype.
Road Test: Mazda MX-5 RF 2.0i Sport Nav
Does a folding metal roof blunt the MX-5’s lightweight appeal? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: Lexus NX 300h
Lexus’s big-seller gets a nip-tuck and new safety kit for 2018. By Craig Thomas.
Road Test: Volkswagen Beetle R-Line Cabriolet 2.0 TDI DSG
Changing fashions mean the now-niche Beetle perhaps has more impact than ever, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: Porsche 718 Cayman
There’s more history in the new Cayman than just a name, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In
The third part of the Ioniq family is plug-in hybrid technology done right, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Smart ForFour Electric Drive
Smart’s first four-seat EV is clever, but compromised, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Kia Stonic
The Stonic gives Kia a conventional sub-Sportage crossover, at last, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Audi A5 Cabriolet
A familiar concept with some new tricks up its sleeve, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Citroën C3 Aircross
The latest compact SUV takes the funky design route to stand out from rivals, explains Craig Thomas.
Road Test: Volkswagen Passat 1.4 TSI ACT
Petrol power returns to the Passat, but is it a step too far for fleets? Alex Grant finds out.
Road Test: Vauxhall Insignia Sports Tourer
Is this new load lugger a rival to the established premium brands? Julian Kirk finds out.
First Drive: Alfa Romeo Stelvio
Is Alfa’s first SUV a brand extension too far? Alex Grant doesn’t think so.
Road Test: Porsche Panamera 4S Diesel
Porsche’s luxury saloon has developed into an incredibly capable all-rounder, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: Hyundai i30 Tourer
The i30 is a sophisticated alternative to the class defaults, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: Volkswagen Polo
The Polo does so much, so well, that it could tempt buyers out of the Golf, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: Nissan Qashqai 1.5 dCi
The class leader has had a customer-focused update for 2017, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Škoda Octavia vRS
Sportiness with a sensible side; the vRS is one of the Octavia’s long list of talents, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Volvo XC60 D4 R-Design
The most popular choice among XC60 buyers for a reason, thinks Craig Thomas.
Road Test: Volvo XC60 T8
The plug-in hybrid variant is stylish, tech-laden and accomplished, says Craig Thomas.
First Drive: Renault Koleos
Renault’s luxurious flagship has several roles to fill, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Nissan X-Trail
Qashqai’s revised big brother has enhanced its appeal – but is it enough, asks Craig Thomas?
Road Test: Audi Q5 2.0 TDI S line
The new Q5 is a huge step forward in all except Audi’s evolutionary styling, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Jeep Compass
The Compass could be the car to establish Jeep in fleet, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Skoda Octavia
The versatile Octavia has a solution to suit most business needs, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Vauxhall Crossland X
There’s more to Vauxhall’s compact SUV than meets the eye, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: MINI Cooper S E Countryman ALL4
For a brand built around upmarket small cars, the first plug-in MINI feels a long time coming. It’s eight years since 600 MINI E prototypes were deployed … Read More »
First Drive: Ford Fiesta
The UK’s best-selling car sets high standards for its ever-growing list of rivals, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Volkswagen Arteon
A new sports saloon with badge appeal – which it will need in a competitive sector, says Craig Thomas.
Road Test: Nissan Qashqai
The segment-defining crossover is back at the head of the pack, says Craig Thomas.
Road Test: Skoda Kodiaq Edition 2.0 TDI (150PS) DSG 4×4
Skoda practicality in a fashionable SUV – the Kodiaq can’t go far wrong, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Vauxhall Mokka X Elite 1.6 CDTi (136PS)
Vauxhall’s first crossover has done well by stradding segments – but does it still have a role in a growing line-up? Alex Grant finds out.
Road Test: Renault Clio Dynamique S Nav dCi 110
The Clio feels a class above with its new Megane-sourced diesel drivetrain, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Renault Megane Sport Tourer GT Nav
RenaultSport’s first rework of the new Megane is appealing, but stuck in a grey area, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Infiniti QX30 Premium Tech
Infiniti’s compact crossover would benefit from being a little more clearly defined, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Infiniti Q60 2.0t Premium Tech
An appealing compact executive coupe, with a problematic hole in the range, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Suzuki Swift
Lighter, more powerful and better equipped, Suzuki has big plans for the new Swift, says Dan Gilkes.
Road Test: Renault Twingo GT
Is this RenaultSport-tuned Twingo a 5 Maxi Turbo for the 21st century? Alex Grant finds out.
Road test: SEAT Ibiza
Previewing a new generation of products, the Ibiza is a class act, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: BMW 5 Series Touring
There are few moments where you’d feel short-changed by BMW’s executive estate, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: Peugeot 3008 GT-Line 1.6 BlueHDI 120
The 3008 sharpens its focus on the SUV segment, shaping up to become a class-leader, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz E220d AMG Line
The new E-Class goes straight to the top of the executive sector, says Julian Kirk.
Road Test: Lexus IS 300h
It’s still unusual in its segment, but the IS hybrid makes a lot of sense, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Kia Picanto
Kia’s third-generation city car has its sights set on the Volkswagen Up, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.2d
Can the Giulia lure drivers out of the established compact executive class? Alex Grant finds out.
Road Test: Volvo S90 D5 PowerPulse AWD Inscription
The S90 impresses in many ways, says Julian Kirk, but the top-spec models are pricey.
Road Test: Kia Sportage 1.7 CRDi 2 Eco
Good to drive, well equipped and keenly priced – there’s little to complain about in the revised Sportage, says Julian Kirk.
Road Test: Jaguar XJ L 3.0d Autobiography
An evolutionary refresh for a revolutionary part of Jaguar’s product history, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Volvo S90 D4 Inscription
The S90 manages more than just a good first impression, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Ssangyong Tivoli XLV
The extended Tivoli combines crossover styling with estate functionality, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Volvo V40 D3 R-Design Nav Plus
Volvo’s volume seller remains a good choice, but it’s starting to show its age, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: Peugeot 2008 GT-Line PureTech 110
Mild updates bring the 2008 in line with Peugeot’s new large SUVs, explains Alex Grant.
Road Test: Vauxhall Astra SRi Nav 1.6 CDTi EcoFlex
The eco-Astra asks little for its effortless fuel economy, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Mazda CX-5
Refinement and technology improvements are at the heart of Mazda’s revisions, says Dan Gilkes.
Road Test: Suzuki Baleno Boosterjet SZ5
The Baleno is a great supermini with a trick up its sleeve, says Alex Grant
First Drive: Toyota Prius PHV
It’s unquestionably clever, but the Prius PHV has a major sticking point, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Land Rover Discovery
Alex Grant finds out if small engines and fashionable styling blunt the Discovery’s rugged usability.
First Drive: Kia Rio
The Rio feels suitably tailored to European tastes considering its global roots, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Honda Civic
The tenth-generation Civic offers plenty for fleets, but there’s a catch, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Hyundai i30
Engine choice and higher levels of safety equipment drive i30 sales, says Dan Gilkes.
Road Test: Volkswagen Tiguan R-Line 2.0 TDI (190PS) 4MOTION
The top-spec Tiguan has taken a step up among the premium brands, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Nissan Micra
Nissan has redefined the Micra so much that it almost deserves a new name, reckons Alex Grant.
First Drive: MINI Countryman
MINI maximises the potential of its controversial, but big-selling, crossover. By Alex Grant.
First Drive: Audi A5 Sportback
The car that defined a segment steps back up to the cutting edge, reckons Alex Grant.
First Drive: Dacia Duster dCi 110 EDC
Dacia moves to meet growing demand for C-segment automatics with Duster EDC, says Dan Gilkes.
First Drive: Renault ZOE Z.E 40
Doubling the ZOE’s range takes it into the mainstream company car market, says Steve Moody.
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.
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.
First Drive: Audi Q2
Is Audi’s Juke-sized crossover all style and no substance? Alex Grant finds out.
Road Test: Jaguar F-Pace Portfolio 2.0d AWD Auto
Undoubtedly desirable, does the F-Pace strike the right balance between sports and utility? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: Audi A5 Coupe
The all-new A5 is a technological leap masquerading as a facelift, reckons Alex Grant.
First Drive: Volvo V90
Alex Grant finds out if Volvo’s stylish newcomer can put the brand back on drivers’ wishlists.
First Drive: SEAT Ateca
Can SEAT’s long-overdue crossover take on the best in its class? Alex Grant finds out.
First Drive: Alfa Romeo Giulia
Can Alfa Romeo emerge from the shadow of the German premium brands? Matt Robinson finds out.
Road Test: Volkswagen Passat Bluemotion
CO2-conscious Passat offers supermini fuel economy, but supermini equipment levels too, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Audi A3
A subtle update for Audi’s best-seller, but that’s all it needed, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz C 350 e
Unquestionably clever, but the plug-in C-Class fits a very specific user, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Ford Edge
Will the Edge help Ford reclaim market share in the family sector? By Steve Moody.
Road Test: Volkswagen Caravelle Generation Six
Six decades on, the Caravelle is the legacy of a great idea that’s still relevant today, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Jaguar F-Pace
Will Jaguar’s new SUV give it a bigger presence in the corporate market? Steve Moody finds out.
First Drive: Volkswagen Tiguan
Volkswagen concocts an altogether predictable yet very appealing new Tiguan. By Mark Nichol.
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Is the new E-Class the best car in the world? Danny Cobbs thinks it might be.
Road Test: Volkswagen Golf Match BlueMotion Edition
The petrol-powered eco-Golf is just in time to take advantage of its maker’s recent troubles, reckons Alex Grant.
First Drive: Ford Mustang
Tuning the Mustang for European tastes hasn’t dulled its desirability, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Jaguar XF 2.0d R-Sport (auto)
Don’t be fooled by the familiar looks, Jaguar’s executive offering is a revolution, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: SEAT Leon ST 1.6 TDI SE Business
SEAT has packaged popular fleet options into a well-targeted Leon. Alex Grant tries it.
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz A 180 d Sport Executive
Has the refreshed A-Class answered its predecessor’s criticisms? Alex Grant finds out.
Road Test: Peugeot 308 GTI 270
Despite the muscular performance on offer, the 308 GTI makes a fairly sensible purchase, reckons Alex Grant.
Road Test: Honda Civic Type R
Beneath the lairy exterior and lunatic pace, the Type R makes a great day-to-day car, reckons Alex Grant.
First Drive: Toyota Prius
Toyota’s hybrid figurehead offers frugality as extraordinary as its styling, says Alex Grant.
First Drive: Volvo XC90 T8 Twin Engine
The XC90 T8 has the same advantages, and limitations, as other large plug-ins, explains Alex Grant.
First Drive: Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer
Still a great workhorse, but with a much-needed injection of desirability, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Honda Jazz EX Navi CVT
There’s room for a whole lot of life in the latest Jazz, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Toyota Auris Design 1.2T
With good hybrid and diesel options, Alex Grant ponders a fleet role for the Auris’s new petrol engine.
First Drive: Lexus GS
Sector: Executive Price: £43,495–£50,995 Fuel: 45.6–64.2mpg CO2: 104–145g/km The Lexus GS is a car of considerable prestige, which, as it turns out, is a quality … Read More »
First Drive: Toyota RAV4 Hybrid
Sector: Crossover Price: £26,195–£30,795 Fuel: 55.4–57.6mpg CO2: 115–118g/km Growing exponentially and beloved of company car drivers, mid-size crossovers are synonymous with diesel engines, particularly in … Read More »
First Drive: Lexus RC
Sector: Coupé Price: £34,995–£40,495 Fuel: 38.7–57.6mpg CO2: 113–168g/km Most cars are styled by attaching a corporate grille to the results of a focus group. The … Read More »
First Drive: Kia Sportage
Sector: Crossover Price: £17,995–£31,645 Fuel: 37.2–61.4mpg CO2: 119–177g/km Kia reckons there’s even more volume to come from the Sportage and, considering its role in the … Read More »
Road Test: Mazda3 1.5 SKYACTIV-D
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £18,895–£23,145 Fuel: 64.2–74.3mpg CO2: 99–114g/km It’s been inevitable for at least a year. The Mazda3’s large diesel engine has curbed its … Read More »
First Drive: Kia Optima
Sector: Upper Medium Price: £21,495–£28,895 Fuel: 37.7–67.3mpg CO2: 110–175g/km The Optima’s runaway success when it was launched in North America five years ago was arguably … Read More »
First Drive: Renault Megane
Sector: Lower Medium Price: TBC Fuel: 47.0–85.6mpg CO2: 86–134g/km On the surface, you might think Renault has been crying out for a new Megane, to … Read More »
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupe
Sector: Executive Coupe Price: £30,955–£67,525 Fuel: 32.8–68.9mpg CO2: 106–200g/km Mercedes-Benz has done a good job of becoming more youthful and sporty of late. The A-Class … Read More »
Road Test: Subaru Outback 2.0d SE Premium
Sector: Upper Medium Price: £30,995 Fuel: 50.4mpg CO2: 145g/km Part estate car, part SUV, Subaru has offered four previous generations of Outback in the UK … Read More »
Road Test: Mazda MX-5 1.5i Sport Nav
Sector: Roadster Price: £22,445 Fuel: 47.1mpg CO2: 139g/km Mazda’s recent product revival has finally come full circle with the new MX-5. Having spent the last … Read More »
Road Test: Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI 4×4 Laurin & Klement Estate
Sector: Upper Medium Price: £35,040 Fuel: 55.4mpg CO2: 135g/km Excellent new Skodas are par for the course these days, and it’s been that way for … Read More »
Road Test: Infiniti Q70 Sport 2.2d
Sector: Executive Price: £36,600 Fuel: 57.6mpg CO2: 128g/km Infiniti might be shifting a fraction of the volumes of the German premium brands, but there are … Read More »
Road Test: Peugeot 208 GT Line PureTech 110
Sector: Supermini Price: £16,695 Fuel: 62.8mpg CO2: 99g/km As much as Peugeot’s 200-series cars have spawned some excellent GTIs, there’s been an equally noteworthy set … Read More »
Road Test: SEAT Leon Cupra ST 290
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £29,670 Fuel: 41.5mpg CO2: 158g/km There’s a real cult following for fast estate cars. A niche perhaps, but turning a load-lugger … Read More »
First Drive: Volkswagen Passat GTE
Sector: Upper Medium Price: From £38,000 (before grant) Fuel: 166mpg CO2: 39g/km I fear that the new Passat GTE may go down in history in the … Read More »
Road Test: Audi Q7 3.0 TDI SE (218PS)
Sector: Large SUV Price: £47,755 Fuel: 48.7-49.6mpg CO2: 148-150g/km At over five metres long and over two metres wide, the latest Audi Q7 is no city … Read More »
Road Test: BMW 7 Series
Sector: Luxury Saloon Price: £64,530–£76,320 Fuel: 60.1–35.3mpg CO2: 124–186g/km The BMW 7 Series’ biggest problem has always been the Mercedes-Benz S-Class. While BMW tended to pitch … Read More »
First Drive: DS 4
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £19,495–£26,495 Fuel: 47.9–74.3mpg CO2: 100–138g/km History suggests DS might have a journey ahead of it muscling in on the premium brands. And, … Read More »
First Drive: MINI Clubman
Sector: Lower medium Price: £19,995–£24,255 Fuel: 48.7–68.9mpg CO2: 109–144g/km When businesses are thinking about a Golf or Focus-sized car for their fleet, it would be highly … Read More »
First Drive: Nissan LEAF 30kWh
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £24,490-£27,940 (after Plug-in Car Grant)* Range: 155 miles CO2: 0g/km It’s indicative of the relatively low consumer understanding of EV technology that … Read More »
First Drive: Infiniti Q30
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £20,550–£33,890 Fuel: 32.5–68.9mpg CO2: 108–156g/km With a range largely developed around North American preferences for big saloons and high performance petrol hybrids, … Read More »
First Drive: Hyundai Tucson
Sector: Crossover Price: £18,695–£32,345 Fuel: 37.2–61.7mpg CO2: 119–177g/km The commitment and bullish attitude Hyundai has shown over the past few years to compete as a credible … Read More »
First Drive: Kia cee’d
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £14,905–£23,605 Fuel: 38.2–78.5mpg CO2: 94–170g/km The Sportage might be Kia’s standard bearer, but the cee’d – a car which is equally important … Read More »
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £21,010–£39,760 Fuel: 40.9–80.7mpg CO2: 89–171g/km The A-Class, in its current, traditional hatchback guise, has been phenomenally successful, introducing the three-pointed star to … Read More »
First Drive: Vauxhall Astra
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £15,295–£22,815 Fuel: 45.6–91.1mpg CO2: 82–146g/km Few cars can claim to be quite the same level of fleet stalwart as the Vauxhall Astra. … Read More »
First Drive: BMW 3 Series
Sector: Compact Executive Price: £24,975–£40,330 Fuel: 36.7–74.3mpg CO2: 99–179g/km With a new Audi A4 and a new Jaguar XE this year, being a three year old … Read More »
Road Test: Volvo XC90 D5 Momentum
Sector: Large SUV Price: £45,750 Fuel: 49.6mpg CO2 149g/km It seems these days diesel cars are up there with the plague and Simon Cowell on people’s … Read More »
First Drive: Audi A4
Audi’s high-tech new saloon makes choosing a compact executive even tougher, says Alex Grant.
Road Test: Kia Sorento KX-2 Manual
Sector: Large SUV Price: £31,995 Fuel: 46.3mpg CO2: 161g/km Recent brand evolution may have overshadowed it, but the Sorento was a game-changer for Kia when it … Read More »
Road Test: Jaguar XE R-Sport Auto (180PS)
Sector: Compact Executive Price: £34,775 Fuel: 67.3mpg CO2: 109g/km Something different. It’s the Jaguar XE’s selling point compact executive segment. An option for drivers who want … Read More »
Road Test: Ford Focus ST-2 2.0 TDCi Estate
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £25,345 Fuel: 67.3mpg CO2: 110g/km XR, ST, RS, Cosworth – Ford has an impressive history of bringing performance to the masses. An … Read More »
Road Test: Fiat 500X 1.6 MultiJet 120hp Lounge
Sector: Compact Crossover Price: £20,845 Fuel: 68.9mpg CO2: 109g/km Despite the ever-broadening choice of segments and bodystyles on offer, some cars launch with all the right … Read More »
Road Test: Volkswagen Touareg 3.0 TDI 262 R-Line
Sector: SUV Price: £48,405 Fuel: 42.8mpg CO2: 174g/km With an all-new Touareg at least two years away, Volkswagen has given the current model a gentle refresh … Read More »
Road Test: Peugeot 308 GT BlueHDI 180
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £25,945 Fuel: 70.6mpg CO2: 103g/km A credible range of performance cars speaks volumes about a brand – able to appeal not only … Read More »
Road Test: Skoda Fabia 1.2 TSI (90PS) SE
Sector: Supermini Price: £13,390 Fuel: 60.1mpg CO2: 107g/km Skoda may have gone back to straight lines with the new Fabia, but what’s underneath that creased new … Read More »
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz CLA 200 d Shooting Brake
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £29,225 Fuel: 68.9mpg CO2: 106g/km Given the size and scope of the increasingly multi-faceted C-segment, the recent switch to a sharable platform … Read More »
Road Test: Mercedes-Benz CLS 220 d Shooting Brake
Sector: Executive Price: £47,895 Fuel: 56.5mpg CO2: 132g/km With its three-pointed crosshair aimed firmly at Audi and BMW, Mercedes-Benz is out to grow its share of … Read More »
Road Test: Volkswagen Passat SE Business 2.0 TDI 150PS DSG
Sector: Upper Medium Price: £26,840 Fuel: 64.2mpg CO2: 116g/km The lines between premium and volume brands are increasingly blurred, but the Volkswagen Passat is still slotted … Read More »
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz GLC
Sector: SUV Price: £34,950–£36,105 Fuel: 56.5mpg CO2: 129g/km If you add up all the vehicles Mercedes-Benz currently offer with an all-wheel drive system it would total … Read More »
First Drive: Volvo S60/V60 Cross Country
Sector: Upper medium Price: £30,195–£38,025 Fuel: 49.6–67.3mpg CO2: 111–149g/km Volvo might seem like a late arrival to the cladded D-segment, but it pioneered this niche with … Read More »
First Drive: Jaguar XF
Sector: Premium saloon Price: £32,300–£49,950 Fuel: 34.0–70.6mpg CO2: 104–198g/km Uncompetitive CO2 emissions from the outgoing Jaguar XF did not help fleet sales. The 2.2-litre four-cylinder diesel … Read More »
First Drive: Ford Galaxy
Sector: Large MPV Price: £26,445–£36,760 Fuel: 35.7–56.5mpg CO2: 129–180g/km Ford once likened the Galaxy to first class air travel – an ironic comparison for a car … Read More »
First Drive: Land Rover Discovery Sport 2.0 TD4
Sector: Compact SUV Price: £30,695–£43,000 Fuel: 53.3–57.7mpg CO2: 129–139g/km Packaging family-friendly versatility and genuine off-road ability with a large slice of Evoque style, the Discovery Sport … Read More »
Road Test: Suzuki Vitara SZ5 1.6 DDiS ALLGRIP
Sector: Crossover Price: £21,299 Fuel: 67.2mpg CO2: 111g/km For just under 30 years, the Suzuki Vitara has been synonymous with fashionable beach-combers and subsequently with caravan … Read More »
First Drive: Citroën Berlingo Multispace
Sector: People carrier Price: £13,355–£18,540 Fuel: 44.1–68.9mpg CO2: 109–48g/km Those looking for a practical people carrier that can take the knocks of occasional load-lugging duties, or … Read More »
First Drive: DS 5
Sector: Compact Executive Price: £25,980–£34,890 Fuel: 47.9–72.4mpg CO2: 103–136g/km With its own website and the beginnings of a dealer network, DS Automobiles has been taking steady … Read More »
First Drive: Fiat 500
Sector: City car Price: £10,890–£17,070 Fuel: 60.1–74.3mpg CO2: 90–110g/km Launched in July 1957, the Nuova 500 – ‘new’ because it replaced the 500 ‘Topolino’ – was … Read More »
First Drive: Honda HR-V
Sector: Crossover Price: £17,995–£24,945 Fuel: 50.4–70.6mpg CO2: 108–134g/km Launched in 1999, the original Honda HR-V might not have been a big seller in the UK, but … Read More »
First Drive: Volkswagen Touran
Sector: Compact MPV Price: TBA Fuel: 50.4–67.3mpg CO2: 111–132g/km You can tell a lot about a car’s target audience from the options list. For Volkswagen, building … Read More »
First Drive: BMW 3 Series
Sector: Compact Executive Price: £24,975–£41,665 Fuel: 38.2–74.3mpg CO2: 99–179g/km BMW might seem focused on niche models, but the 3 Series is a reminder that its core … Read More »
First Drive: BMW X1
Sector: Crossover Price: £31,225–£36,060 Fuel: 44.8–65.7mpg CO2: 114–146g/km BMW managed to beat its direct rivals to the crossover segment with the X1, and it’s done well … Read More »
Road Test: SEAT Leon X-Perience 2.0 TDI SE Technology
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £26,905 Fuel: 58.9mpg CO2: 125g/km In a range targeting style-conscious young buyers, crossovers seem suspicious by their absence in the SEAT line-up. … Read More »
Road Test: Audi A7 S line Ultra
Sector: Executive Price: £48,705 Fuel: 57.6mpg CO2: 128g/km There’s plenty of direct rivalry between even the niche models of the ‘Big Three’ German premium manufacturers, but … Read More »
First Drive: Toyota Auris
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £15,245–£25,095 Fuel: 40.4–83.1mpg CO2: 79–126g/km Another day, and yet another hybrid launch. For Toyota the hybrid has become so integral to its … Read More »
Road Test: Volkswagen Polo GTI
Volkswagen Polo GTI Sector: Supermini Price: £18,900 (£19,530 5dr) Fuel: 47.1mpg CO2: 139g/km Almost 40 years ago, Volkswagen defined what has since become the formula for hot … Read More »
First Drive: Volkswagen Sharan
Sector: Large MPV Price: £26,300–£36,280 Fuel: 42.2–56.5mpg CO2: 130–156g/km Over a two-decade lifespan, Volkswagen has carved out some surprisingly broad global niches for the Sharan. The … Read More »
First Drive: Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class
Sector: SUV Price: £49,280–£96,555 Fuel: 23.9–76.4mpg CO2: 78–278g/km While new niches seem to be de rigeur for the German premium brands at the moment, the GLE-Class … Read More »
First Drive: Toyota Avensis
Sector: Upper Medium Price: £17,765–£28,440 Fuel: 45.6–67.3mpg CO2: 108–143g/km Toyota reckons word of mouth plays a big part in maintaining and building the customer base for … Read More »
First Drive: Renault Kadjar
It’s a late arrival, but Renault is joining the crossover set at the top of the class, says Alex Grant.Sector: Crossover Price: £17,995–£26,295 Fuel: 48.7–74.3mpg CO2: … Read More »
First Drive: Peugeot 208
Sector: Supermini Price: £11,695–£21,995 Fuel: 52.3–94.2mpg CO2: 79–125g/km Peugeot’s B-segment 208 hatch remains the French firm’s best selling car, both in the UK and across Europe. … Read More »
First Drive: BMW 1 Series
Sector: Lower Medium Price: £20,245-£31,730 Fuel: 35.3–83.1mpg CO2: 89–188g/km It’s a little under four years since BMW launched the second-generation 1 Series, which says a lot … Read More »
First Drive: Audi Q7
Sector: SUV Price: £50,340- Fuel: -47.9-mpg CO2: 153-g/km It just shows how far this remarkable company has come in a very short amount of time, that … Read More »
First Drive: Jaguar XE 2.0D
Sector: Compact executive Price: From £29,775 Fuel: 99–109mpg CO2: 67.3–75.0g/km Many have tried, all have failed. Breaking into that fabulously profitable, voluminous premium executive market dominated … Read More »
First Drive: Ford S-Max
Sector: Large MPV Price: £24,545–£32,945 Fuel: 31.7–56.5mpg CO2: 129–204g/km The outgoing Ford S-Max was one of those segment-busting vehicles which could so easily have not worked. … Read More »
First Drive: Skoda Superb
Danny Cobbs drives the new Superb and comes away impressed by its quality.
First Drive: Honda Civic
SECTOR: Lower medium PRICE: £15,975–£26,970 FUEL: 42.8–78.5mpg CO2: 94–155g/km Honda has had a tough time in Europe recently. Prioritising hybrids over diesels and without a sporty … Read More »
First Drive: Ford C-Max/Grand C-Max
SECTOR: Compact MPV PRICE: £18,195–£27,615 FUEL: 44.0–68.9mpg CO2: 105–149g/km The recent boom in vehicle segments means traditional five-door hatchback customers needing more space have never had … Read More »
Road Test: BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
SECTOR: Compact MPV PRICE: £24,710–£32,540 FUEL: 44.8mpg–68.9mpg CO2: 108–145g/km Up until now, if you were after a mid-sized seven-seat MPV, the last place you’d think to … Read More »
First Drive: Volkswagen Golf Alltrack
SECTOR: Lower medium PRICE: £26,790–£30,595 FUEL: 56.5–58.9mpg CO2: 124–132g/km It’s an inevitable addition, given similar products in the SEAT Leon and Skoda Octavia Estate line-ups, but … Read More »
Road Test: Mazda2 1.5 (90PS) SE-L Nav
Sector: Supermini Price: £15,045 Fuel: 62.8mpg CO2: 105g/km With Mazda’s recent focus on the advantages of its weight-reducing, economy-boosting SKYACTIV Technology, it’s easy to forget that … Read More »
Road Test: Vauxhall ADAM ROCKS Air 1.0T
Sector: City Car Price: £16,995 Fuel: 55.4mpg CO2: 119g/km It would be hard to level a complaint at Vauxhall for not catering for the myriad tastes … Read More »
Road Test: Audi TT 2.0 TDI ultra Sport
Sector: Coupe Price: £29,810 Fuel: 70.6mpg CO2: 116g/km The Audi TT has evolved a little like an iPhone. Every few years, the coupe gets replaced with … Read More »
Road Test: Audi TT TDI Ultra S Line
Sector: Coupe Price: £32,320 Fuel: 67.3mpg CO2: 110g/km I’ve always thought that a diesel Audi TT was a bit of a cop-out. If you really want … Read More »
First Drive: Vauxhall Mokka 1.6 CDTi
Sector: Crossover Price: £18,129–£20,174 Fuel: 55.4–68.9mpg CO2: 109–134g/km Vauxhall was an early arrival in the compact crossover segment, and the Mokka has been an important part … Read More »
Road Test: Tesla Model S 85kWh
Sector: Executive Price: £58,680 (after £5,000 grant) Range: 310 miles CO2: 0g/km As improbable as it might have sounded until fairly recently, Tesla has managed a … Read More »
First Drive: Suzuki Vitara
Sector: Crossover Price: £13,999–£21,299 Fuel: 50.4–67.2mpg CO2: 106–131g/km Suzuki has clearly developed something of a Land Rover obsession of late, claiming the new Vitara looks like an … Read More »
Road Test: Land Rover Discovery Sport TD4 Automatic HSE
Sector: Crossover Price: £39,400* Fuel: 53.3mpg* CO2: 139g/km* At a glance, and particularly in some of its bolder colour options, it’s easy to mistake the Discovery … Read More »
First Drive: Mazda CX-3
Sector: Crossover Price: £17,595–£24,695 Fuel: 44.1–70.6mpg CO2: 105–150g/km Having revolutionised the traditional C-segment, it appears the supermini class is next on the radar for manufacturers’ crossover … Read More »
First Drive: SEAT Leon X-Perience
Sector: Lower medium Price: £24,385 Fuel: 57.6mpg CO2: 129g/km To say that within the Volkwagen Group, SEAT has been a bit light on the SUV and … Read More »
Road Test: Nissan Pulsar 1.5 dCi 110 Tekna
Segment: Lower medium Price: £21,945 Fuel: 78.5mpg CO2: 94g/km It says a lot for Nissan’s re-shaping of C-segment norms that, in launching the Pulsar, it’s probably … Read More »
Road Test: Toyota Yaris Excel 1.33 VVT-i Multidrive S
Sector: Supermini Price: £16,695 Fuel: 58.9mpg CO2: 119g/km The latest generation of the Yaris is on a sales march in Europe. Despite being squeezed between premium … Read More »
First Drive: BMW 2 Series Convertible
Sector: Convertible Price: £26,045–£39,255 Fuel: 33.2–68.9mpg CO2: 108–199g/Km BMW can lay claim to having the world’s biggest-selling premium compact drop-top with the old 1 Series Convertible, … Read More »
First Drive: Mazda6
Sector: Upper Medium Price: £19,795–£28,795 Fuel: 47.1–68.9mpg CO2: 107–139g/Km While new segments and premium brands might be stealing sales away from the traditional upper-medium saloons and … Read More »
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