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BMW X5

Updated BMW X5 reviewed

Revamped BMW X5 gets a sharper look and new tech, but the highlight is an upgraded plug-in hybrid system.
Published 29 September 2023
2023 Lexus LM

Lexus LM 2023 review

Lexus is bringing its all-new "Luxury Mover" to the UK, offering first class level of comfort. But is it cool, wonders Will Dron.
Published 27 September 2023
Fiat 600e

Electric Fiat 600e reviewed

Can the new Fiat 600e crossover emulate its little sibling's success on a larger scale? Matt Robinson wonders if there's too much competition.
Published 21 September 2023
Honda CR-V

2023 Honda CR-V PHEV review

Honda’s new Qashqai-rivalling SUV struggles to keep up on paper, but performs well on the road writes James Fossdyke.
Published 19 September 2023
BYD Seal

BYD Seal Chinese electric saloon reviewed

The BYD Seal is the latest model to join the Chinese brand’s expanding line-up, and it comes in two versions.
Published 13 September 2023
Land Rover Defender 130

Land Rover Defender 130 reviewed

The largest Defender is a giant, but is the oversized Land Rover worth the extra outlay?
Published 13 September 2023
Jeep Avenger

Electric Jeep Avenger reviewed

The Avenger, Jeep’s smallest modern model, is also its first fully electric car.
Published 30 August 2023
Honda e:Ny1

Honda e:Ny1 reviewed

Honda is rolling out an all-new range of SUVs including the pure-electric e:NY1.
Published 31 July 2023
Prodrive P25 driving shot

Prodrive P25 review: No ordinary WRX

The Prodrive P25 is a fast and furious homage to McRae's 1997 Subaru Impreza rally car, with a pricetag of £460m plus taxes.
Published 27 July 2023

2023 Mercedes E-Class review

The sixth-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class has arrived, bringing more tech than ever to entertain its occupants while adding more luxury.
Published 24 July 2023
2024 Skoda Superb Estate in camouflage

Skoda Superb prototype review

Skoda will renew its flagship Superb saloon and estate models later this year following a co-development programme with the Volkswagen Passat.
Published 21 July 2023
2024 Skoda Kodiaq in camouflage

Skoda Kodiaq prototype review

As the second generation of the Skoda Kodiaq reaches its final stages of development, Dave Humphreys takes the wheel.
Published 11 July 2023