Reviews

Before Vauxhall benefits from Peugeot’s latest know-how, the Insignia soldiers to remind us of a time we have probably all forgotten

An all round improvement compared to the previous version, especially under the bonnet, but the Discovery’s place within the range isn’t as defined as…

The most convincing example yet of an electric SUV, undone by the usual range compromise

Lambo's sci-fi hybrid system works well, but the Sian is still a proper warts-and-all V12 Lamborghini

Wild in price, performance and styling, the Black Series GT has proved its qualities at the Ring, and based on our first taste of it on track it’s a v…

Frugal yes, but fiery? Not really. VW’s Golf GTD is a refined, comfortable and desirable daily, but doesn’t offer many thrills

It feels genuinely fast, and there are plentiful signs that its dynamics are very impressive, but until we drive a GTI Clubsport with DCC and 19-inch …

An attractive SUV that drives well and now has an ace interior, but suffers from an ill-suited powertrain in P400 form

The new Renault Megane RS shines in its lesser trim, with a fluidity and poise that makes for a fantastic road-biased hot hatchback

The engine dominates what is a captivating and distinctive performance car awash with character.

More than just an X5 XL, the X7 adds luxury, a little more space and a satisfying driving experience

The supersized luxury SUV is well built and has a fantastic powertrain, but isn’t quite the S-class in the sky Mercedes might want you to believe it i…

Merc’s first bespoke BEV feels fast-tracked and undercooked

Skoda’s 242bhp plug-in hybrid Octavia vRS estate might further its appeal for some, but its inherited mass leaves little vRS left in what is an otherw…

The Trophy R is arguably the most focused, and extreme hot hatch ever made, albeit at a eye-wateringly high price.

A desirable balance of performance and control, beautifully built and charismatic. One of BMW’s best

There are one or two reasons to buy a Fabia, but also several why you shouldn’t

The BMW 4-series has never been more capable, but it’s come at the cost of charisma

Certainly not a sensible Defender, but one that appeals on a different set of metrics

Trades some dynamic ability and excitement for comfort - unless you opt for the AMG C63

Cupra’s hybrid hot hatch isn’t really sure what it wants to be – wait for the regular Cupra instead

Mazda’s lesser-powered MX-5 is a lesson in feel and rear-wheel drive dynamics but lacks the hardware to be as entertaining as its more powerful siblin…

It’s clear the Type R has had a positive effect on the standard Civic’s handling, but a mini Type R this is not

Monster straight-line pace and impressive handling, but the Panamera sweet spot is found elsewhere

Regularly Britain’s most popular car, it also happened to be one of its most accessible driver’s cars

Stage 2 tuning kit gives the Mk7.5 Golf GTI a real kick

Aston Martin's first SUV is more than a good SUV, the DBX is the best car the British firm makes

Still not a driver’s car like a 5-series, but the E-class hits the mark in almost every other area

An impressive spread of abilities was always on the call sheet, but the balanced chassis and impressive calibration take the package further