Volkswagen Scirocco v BMW 123D v Mazda RX-8 v Volvo C30 T5: Scirocco group test

Volkswagen Scirocco v BMW 123D v Mazda RX-8 v Volvo C30 T5: Scirocco group test
The all-new Scirocco isn’t the only option if you want hot hatch practicality with a little more style
Vauxhall VXR8

Vauxhall VXR8
A clonking noise from the underside was a worry, and the fuel consumption continues to be hurtful
Subaru Impreza WRX STI

Subaru Impreza WRX STI
Temporary frustrations kick in as we find our way around the counter-intuitive alarm and central locking
Ford Focus RS & Renault Megane R26-R: Ford Focus RS & Renault Megane R26-R

Ford Focus RS & Renault Megane R26-R: Ford Focus RS & Renault Megane R26-R
Two different approaches, but one goal: to create the most hardcore hot hatch ever. We look at how Ford’s pumped-up Focus RS and Renault’s stripped-ou…
Caterham Superlight 150: Caterham Superlight 150: end of term

Caterham Superlight 150: Caterham Superlight 150: end of term
It was raw and unforgiving at times but the Caterham left us with more positive memories
Pagani Zonda C12 S

Pagani Zonda C12 S
A freak incident with the battery cable cuts the Zonda dead in his tracks...
Maserati GranTurismo: Maserati GranTurismo: end of term

Maserati GranTurismo: Maserati GranTurismo: end of term
The GranTurismo was nigh-on perfect, but a cold calculation based on the car's depreciation had to be made...
MINI John Cooper Works v 500 Abarth

MINI John Cooper Works v 500 Abarth
Two of the coolest superminis around have just got hotter – Fiat’s 500 with its 133bhp Abarth makeover, and the Mini, now available in 208bhp John Coo…
Subaru Impreza WRX STI: Subaru Impreza WRX STI: new arrival

Subaru Impreza WRX STI: Subaru Impreza WRX STI: new arrival
Our new long term Impreza has already won the heart of Peter Tomalin
Smart Fortwo Brabus

Smart Fortwo Brabus
Our Smart engine's loosening up nicely. Same can't be said of the gearbox
Pagani Zonda C12 S

Pagani Zonda C12 S
Henry has persuaded Harry Metcalfe that they should swap cars for the day...
Renaultsport Megane dCi 175: New arrival

Renaultsport Megane dCi 175: New arrival
Comfortable, well equipped and economical. Our Megane has been popular during its short stay























