In-depth reviews

Standard or Performance, coupe or Spyder – the current R8 is a quality, exciting and thoroughly involving supercar

Lexus has created a wonderfully distinct, charismatic and desirable alternative to German rivals

The Golf GTI has the 2-litre turbocharged four-cylinder petrol engine found in many other VWs

British B-roads can be the making and undoing of a car. The GTI however is perfectly suited to them, with top-of-the-line chassis control and balance

With a 0-62mph time of 6.4sec and a 155mph top speed, the GTI delivers performance worthy of the badge

The Golf GTI now consumes less fuel and has lower road tax. It has dropped five insurance groups due to better safety systems, which include emergency…

Being the same size as the standard Golf means the GTI is a very practical car. Standard tech includes DAB radio, Bluetooth connectivity and, perhaps …

Dramatic performance and plenty of grip for AMG's smallest offering, but you can find more fun for less money elsewhere

The regular Swift and the Swift Sport share many attributes, but the hot hatch fails to live up to expectations

The XC40 is actually a decent steer, chassis delivers good blend of agility and comfort, while petrol engines are punchy if characterless

Not a true thriller, but a competent car in which some fun can be had.

An all time classic

High-tech and slick inside and out, the A8 is an impressive luxury car - if not quite as compelling as an S-class

BMW's most complete 5-series ever, there were almost no compromises in this exceptional executive.

The Audi S1 brings speed, premium appeal and impressive build quality to the junior hot hatch segment.

The Porsche 911 Turbo still leads the way as a usable supercar

Frugal and refined but at the cost of excitement

McLaren has created a stunning hypercar of the modern age

Voluminous turbocharged grunt, to match its growth in size and weight, defined the F10 M5

A great grand tourer but definitely no sports car