Reviews

The Cupra Leon has a new face and gnarly bucket seats for 2024. There’s more appeal over its German counterpart than ever

New styling, interior tech and powertrain options all come as part of the new F70 1-series package, making it a worthy alternative to its closest Germ…

There are faster and more accomplished hot hatches out there, but it's hard not to fall for the 595's recipe for simple, honest fun

The all-electric ID.7 saloon is Volkswagen’s largest EV yet, and it has some tough competition

The Taycan is one of the most broadly talented EVs you can buy, with class leading performance, range and genuine Porsche DNA in the way it drives

Retro EVs aren't in short supply but Renault has pulled-off the transition better than most with its electric 5

As TVR's revival remains in limbo, the Sagaris retains its place as the marque's last production car. It's also one of its best

evo is first to get behind the wheel of the follow-up to the ultimate recreational vehicle

The combustion-engined 718 Cayman isn't long for this world, but its still a delight in (almost) all its forms

The ultimate Clio 182 came close to hot hatch perfection, and is one of the most significant performance cars launched in evo's lifetime

Vauxhall’s hybrid-powered Astra range-topper looks the part. Don’t be deceived…

The M135 has lost an ‘i’ and gained chassis revisions and a restyle. Is it enough to make it a benchmark hot hatch?

The 997 might be the ultimate goldilocks 911, blending modern technology, performance and reliability with a slender footprint, feelsome steering and …

BMW's first front-drive hot hatch has some issues against more focused rivals, but is very well priced and does enough to worry the basic Golf GTI

Today's Peugeot supermini is a very different beast to those that came before; it’s clever, stylish and hides a sweet chassis that’s clawing to get ou…

Entry-level 718s have been emotionally stunted by their four-cylinder engines. Does Style Edition accoutrement add some sparkle?

A slightly more grown up and practical take on the excellent Fiesta ST that we can’t help but wish was less crossover and more coupe

Direct, engaging handling and superb ride quality, plus strong performance: the sharp-suited Roma nails its GT brief

A suite of upgrades sharpen the Ford Focus ST's already-capable formula, making it more engaging than ever

You haven’t seen a Mini dance like this before, but then you haven’t seen a Mini with a 4-litre M Power V8 under the bonnet and rear-wheel drive. Intr…

Ferrari describes its 819bhp, V12-powered 12 Cilindri as the most complete GT it’s ever made. We try it for the first time at its international launch

The Mercedes-Benz SLS is a fully bespoke supercar that’s a slice of purest AMG

With extraordinary, electrically boosted outputs of 805bhp and 1047lb ft, the latest AMG GT is monstrously fast. But can it also deliver the finesse a…

The Thornley Kelham Porsche 911 European RS attempts to mix the character of a 997 4.0 RS with the visual brawn of a 2.8 RSR

While not as sharp as some of its rivals, the drop-top GranCabrio strikes a pleasing balance, retaining the outstanding GT abilities of the hardtop

The Octavia vRS has become a mainstay in the practical performance segment, and now the fourth generation car has received an update

GBS is a small but mighty manufacturer that majors on detailed in-house engineering for its Zero.

Though the third-generation Swift Sport erred on the tepid side of warm, rather than hot, its charms matured over the years as its main rivals disappe…

It’s farewell to the original Cupra Formentor with an Abt-tuned run-out package. It’s a quietly excellent car; just a shame about the price...

Audi has given the Q8 a light facelift, and though it’s a competent, refined SUV, it doesn’t move the game on from the 2018 original