Car Reviews

We get to grips with the impressive all-new Nissan X-Trail SUV – now an electrified seven-seater… The Nissan X-Trail is a global success story. Originally launched in 2001, more than seven million have been sold globally, making it one of the world’s most popular SUVs. In the UK alone, some …

We road test the first pure electric car from the new, upmarket Genesis brand… Before we begin, let’s start with a quick refresh. Genesis is the luxury arm of the Hyundai Motor Group, which also includes Kia. So, think Lexus/Toyota and DS/Citroen. Only launched in the UK in the summer …

Once in a while I get to road test a new car I know little about, and it proves to be something of a revelation. The stunning DS 4 is one such vehicle. A cross between a hatchback and a compact crossover, the five-door DS 4  challenges everything from the …

We drive the Volkswagen ID.3’s stylish Spanish cousin, named after the cool El Born district of Barcelona… I have to be honest, this is a painful article for me to write because I really like the Cupra Born – I just don’t think I could live with it. Let’s start …

The MG HS has gone from an also-ran to an affordable PHEV frontrunner, ideal for a family – read on to find out why… Launched in 2019, the MG HS is a worthy mid-sized SUV that has the unenviable task of stealing sales from the likes of the Nissan Qashqai, …

We road test the new, improved version of the popular Ford Focus – now with mild hybrid assistance available… The current fourth generation of the Ford Focus five-door family hatchback and estate was launched in 2018 and has just been treated to a mid-life makeover. Gaining bolder looks, an updated …

We road test the plug-in hybrid version of the classy new Mazda CX-60 mid-sized SUV… Slotting in above the slightly smaller CX-5, the all-new CX-60 is Mazda’s new flagship SUV. Not only does it close the gap on premium rivals from Europe, such as Audi, BMW, Jaguar, Range Rover and …

We road test the new hybrid version of the Suzuki Vitara… Priced from £13,999 – £21,999 when it was launched in 2015, the Suzuki Vitara was an impressive new entrant in the compact crossover sector. Sharp looks, good value for money, fun to drive and surprisingly capable off-road, it was …

We road test the all-new Skoda Fabia hatchback – a impressive car that’s shaking up the supermini sector… The latest Skoda Fabia is quite simply one of the best small hatchbacks on the market. An alternative to the ubiquitous Ford Fiesta and Vauxhall Corsa, it’s a fantastic all-round package. Of …

We road test the all-new Vauxhall Astra hatchback – is it as good to drive as it looks? When the Vauxhall brand was bought in 2017 it was the best thing that could have happened to the UK’s oldest surviving car brand. Cynics thought it would be left to wither …