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NEWS COMMENT
Four Alfa EVs by 2027 Including a 1000bhp Giulia 4
Skoda Superb All-new Mk4 to get long-range PHEV 8
Ford Fiesta Could it be reborn with a VW ID 2 tie-up? 10
Kia EV5 Concept previews new Sportage-sized EV 12
ALFA’S BIG DREAMS
Genesis Mint Luxury small hatch back in the frame 14
MG Metro 6R4 Reborn with supercharged Audi V6 16
LOOK VERY REAL NOW
TESTED REFRESHED MERCEDES A-CLASS: FIRST DRIVE 22 OVER THE YEARS,
Mercedes-Benz A-Class Upgrades for classy hatch 22 our news pages have often
Mercedes-Benz B-Class Facelifted compact MPV 25 reported bold plans from
Bentley Continental GTC S The range’s sweet spot? 26
HiPhi Z No, not a typo: an electric tech-led sports GT 28 Alfa Romeo about a glut of
BMW 8 Series Convertible V8 drop-top revamped 29 upcoming model launches intended to
DS 7 E-Tense 225 SUV shows everyday PHEV side 31 put the company on the front foot.
BMW X7 M60i xDrive ROAD TEST 32
One such story appears this week
FEATURES (p4). However, this story is very
Ford Ranger Raptor vs Jeep Wrangler Mud larking 42
different because it arrives at a time
Top used car buys Best choices for the life you lead 48
Clean sweep YouTube star and pro detailer’s top tips 52 when Alfa is in a position of relative
Lanzante unmasked High-end UK engineering firm 54 strength and a brand at last on the up.
LANZANTE: MORE THAN SPECIAL McLARENS 54 Sales for Alfa grew last year and
OUR CARS
Ford Focus Estate Case for normal cars starts here 62 funding has been secured through its
Volvo XC40 Recharge Key word there is ‘recharge’ 63 Stellantis parent for four all-new cars,
Alpine A110 Light entertainment from a wiper blade 64
Ora Funky Cat How big (or small) do you think it is? 65
detailed in our story, that will follow
the Tonale into showrooms, along with
EVERY WEEK an exciting new ‘6C’ supercar that has
Jesse Crosse Tech insights on Lamborghini’s LB744 13
Jim Holder JLR dealers underneath the Arches 15 reportedly almost sold out before it
Matt Prior Farewell to the Clubman and Challenger 17 has even been revealed.
Steve Cropley Emira vs A110; Grenadier; Explorer 19 The Tonale, launched last year, is
Damien Smith F1 debrief, plus Sebring 1000 miles 21
Subscribe Save money and get exclusive benefits 40 not the most inspiring Alfa Romeo to
Your Views Workers wanted for Mini resto business 58
RANGER RAPTOR TAKES ON WRANGLER 42 drive in the brand’s illustrious history,
On this day 1942: snapshots of WW2-era motoring 61 yet it has been notable for quality and
Slideshow We salute the longest-lived car engines 82
` reliability improvements over the
DEALS THE V8’S RUMBLE generation (or is that generations?)
As good as new Lexus ES: slick exec hybrid for less
James Ruppert Want sporty, roomy car. Have £11k
Cult hero Air-cooled VW camper van, yours for £5k
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Electric-only new Giulia to

underpin Alfa’s EV switch
Reimagined Giulia is one of four Alfa EVs due by 2027 and will span 345-1000bhp
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Set to evolve to cover multiple
segments, the new Giulia will not
be sold alongside an ICE sibling
a

Hardcore new Giulia

Quadrifoglio to nudge
1000bhp; 4WD likely

GROUP THINK HAS ITS BENEFITS

M AT T P R I O R

In my column (p17), you’ll their distinctive layouts can

find another Stellantis car pick any kind of group set-
with 1000bhp – the final- up that suits their needs.
edition Dodge Challenger, Also notable here is
which will make a lot more Jean-Philippe Imparato’s
noise than any Giulia EV. insistence that drivers

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he Alfa Romeo Giulia will will offer roughly 790bhp, Folgore, which uses three But the Challenger’s should “not suffer” in terms
be reborn as an EV with up CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato electric motors – one on the 2024 replacement by an of range because of the
to about 1000bhp and a confirmed to Autocar. The front axle and two at the electric muscle car might switch to electrification.
range of 435 miles as the hardcore Giulia Quadrifoglio rear – with torque-vectoring also help answer any how/ That’s at odds with just-
Italian firm pushes towards a variant will arrive with “around functionality. why/what questions on the departed Citroën CEO
solely electric range by 2027. 1000hp” (986bhp) – almost As well as confirming Alfa’s Giulia Quadrifoglio front. Vincent Cobée, who wanted
Set to evolve from its double the 503bhp of today’s power ambitions for the While it would once us to accept that the days
conventional saloon shape twin-turbo petrol V6 car. Giulia replacement, Imparato have been unthinkable for of driving 400 miles in a day
to cover multiple segments, This most powerful version is suggested that the EV’s range Alfa Romeo, Maserati and were over and that lighter
the new Giulia is expected to likely to have four-wheel drive, will be up to 435 miles on the Dodge models to use the cars were his bag. In an
arrive around the middle of rather than the rear-wheel WLTP cycle, so owners see it as same high-performance operation that shares so
the decade and will not be sold drive of the current car. It could a “substitute” for their current engines, when it comes to many architectures, it will
alongside a combustion sibling. get a set-up similar to fellow cars, not a downgrade or a electrification these three be interesting to see how
Power will start at close to Stellantis brand Maserati’s forced switch. famous old brands with these arguments pan out.
345bhp and the hotter Veloce upcoming Granturismo That figure would match Î

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 Today’s 503bhp Avenger-based EV
Giulia Quadrifoglio is aimed at pulling in
has rear-wheel drive new buyers for Alfa

Í the electric successor off design as “very cool”. housed a 100kWh pack in its
to sibling brand Peugeot’s He previously told Autocar chassis for a theoretical range
3008 SUV, which will use the the successor to today’s Giulia of 500 miles and the same size
‘Medium’ version of Stellantis’s would get a less conventional could be destined for the Giulia.
new STLA architecture. shape, possibly straddling the The model is one of four
Imparato was keen to saloon-estate boundary, with a new electric Alfa Romeos
emphasise the importance view to attracting more buyers. scheduled for launch by
of a rapid electrification Imparato also confirmed the 2027. It will arrive alongside a
programme for Alfa. “We Giulia will be equipped with an compact urban SUV, an electric
switch because we must,” 800V electrical architecture, successor to the Stelvio and
he said. “If not, Alfa Romeo as with other upcoming EVs a Porsche Taycan-rivalling
would be dead.” on the STLA platform. This electric luxury saloon.

Crucial compact
He added: “We will switch means a “substantial” battery Funding for all of these cars
in a real concrete substitution top-up (likely to be 10-80%) has already been allocated
mode. I don’t want you could be completed “within 18 by Stellantis’s management,
[customers] to suffer from minutes”. Imparato added: “We said Imparato, and will help
anything [because of] the
switch. I want you to love it.”
In its design, the Giulia will
look like “the Alfa Romeo we all
don’t want you to spend hours
charging your car.”
There has been no indication
yet of what size battery the
to drive the firm’s 20%
year-on-year volume growth
target. In 2022, the firm sold
32,943 units in Europe,
EV primed for 2024
want”, promised the CEO, who new Alfa will use, but Peugeot’s its main market. ALFA ROMEO’S FIRST electric foothold in one of the most
described the already signed- recent Inception coupé concept WILL RIMELL car will be launched next year fiercely contested emerging
as a Jeep Avenger-twinned segments of the market.
compact crossover that aims Originally tipped to be
to give the Italian brand a called the Brennero, the new
ALFA ROMEO 6C SELLING OUT BEFOR E IT’S L AUNCHED

New 6C is tipped
to have a V6 and
retro-style cues

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Alfa Romeo’s upcoming “It will be sold out before I will come from Alfa’s
supercar, tipped to be called unveil the car,” said Alfa boss acclaimed V6 – probably in its
the 6C, has nearly sold Jean-Philippe Imparato. final, most potent guise.
out ahead of an expected It is not yet known what Imparato said the model
reveal this summer. form the car will take, but it will not just be a track car, but
Deposits have already will “contribute to the DNA” one that can also be driven
been taken, despite the car of the brand, said Imparato, every day. “It could be iconic, Taycan saloon rival
not officially being signed off hinting at a heritage-inspired super-sexy and recognisable and Stelvio successor
by parent brand Stellantis design. The suggested 6C as an Alfa Romeo at first will be Alfa’s flagships
until some time in April. name indicates propulsion sight,” he added.

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SPY SHOT

Sibling
brand Fiat is
working on its own
Avenger-based compact
SUV. Spotted for the first
time as it began testing on
the road recently, the 600 –
as it is known – is tipped to
arrive next year as an
all-electric successor
to the 500X.

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car will spearhead Alfa’s goal Tonale’s £38,000, it is also markets, as is the case with the in growing sales for the Using hardware and
of attracting new buyers to the likely to be the cheapest. technically related Avenger. marque, which has yet to see technology from elsewhere in
marque, especially families The compact crossover will Either way, the Alfa crossover an upturn in European sales Stellantis is key to turning a
and females, as it looks to arrive in June next year. It is will be offered as a solely post-pandemic (down 39% profit, which is why the car
move away from being seen as expected to use the new STLA electric model when the brand from 2019’s 54,365). will share its underpinnings
just a “sporty brand” favoured Small platform and, like the goes EV-only from 2027. Former UK boss Damien with the Avenger.
by middle-aged men. Avenger, it will offer a range With design inspiration Dally told Autocar last year For the electric variant,
It will be the smallest Alfa of up to 250 miles. taken from today’s line-up and that the brand would look to power is expected to be drawn
launched since the Mito The model will also be models from the past – CEO target more volume-friendly from the same 54kWh battery
supermini bowed out in 2018, available with a mild-hybrid Jean-Philippe Imparato hinted segments in order to grow. that powers the Jeep and sent
and given that its Avenger petrol engine. It’s not yet it could get cues from the “We want to move from an to the front wheels via a single,
sibling starts at £34,000 confirmed if this petrol option original Giulietta – the brand’s emotional brand down to a 154bhp, 192lb ft electric motor.
compared with the Alfa will be limited to overseas first EV will play a crucial role rational one,” he said. WILL RIMELL

A PORSCHE TAYCAN- you speak about a sedan

Luxury EVs to crown Alfa range rivalling large saloon will

be launched in 2027 as Alfa
Romeo’s new flagship model
alongside an all-electric
[saloon],” he said, hinting that
it will arrive with a sleek, aero-
optimised design that should
help it net a lofty maximum
replacement for the range to match long-legged
Stelvio SUV. rivals like the Lucid Air
The low-slung E-segment and Mercedes-Benz EQS.
model, which will be signed Certainly, if it uses a 100kWh
off by the end of the year, battery – as previewed by
will be a crucial step towards sibling brand Peugeot’s
bolstering the brand’s STLA-based Inception
popularity in the US and concept – a range of over
China, CEO Jean-Philippe 450 miles seems feasible.
Imparato said. Given that the saloon and
It will arrive a year after SUV will share a platform
the new Stelvio’s debut and with the Giulia, they will most
both are expected to use likely share its fundamental
parent Stellantis’s STLA drivetrain offering too, for
Large platform. outputs starting at 345bhp
While the SUV – a follow-up and rising to 790bhp – or
to Alfa’s best-selling car in close to 1000bhp in hot
Europe, with 16,009 units Quadrifoglio variants.
sold last year – will major on Imparato hinted that the
practicality, the saloon will pair could share a production
be focused on comfort and line at the firm’s Cassino
range, Imparato told Autocar. factory in Italy, but this hasn’t
“If you speak about range, yet been confirmed.

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 New Superb gets 62-mile PHEV
Next-gen Skoda saloon and estate to feature plug-in hybrid with long electric range
2024, they will arrive with an

A
new generation of Skoda’s PHEVs alongside the the brand’s annual conference, push in which it has invested
the Skoda Superb will Mercedes-Benz C300e Estate, although he did not reveal £4.9 billion. “attractive design” overhaul
go on sale next year which is also rated at 62 miles. specific details of the new With Skoda’s cars inside and out in addition to a
with plug-in hybrid The 62-mile electric-only powertrain’s set-up. technically similar to those few “efficient engines”. The
powertrains that offer an range is 27 miles up on that The Skoda Kodiaq, which available from sibling brands first deliveries for both models
electric-only range of 62 miles. offered by the current Superb also enters a new generation such as Volkswagen and are planned for early 2024.
This exceeds the range of iV PHEV, which is powered by next year, could be in line Audi, it could also lead to a The Superb will enter its
every current plug-in hybrid a 1.4-litre turbocharged petrol for this PHEV option as well, significant plug-in upgrade for fourth generation in saloon
within the Volkswagen Group engine mated to an electric given that it doesn’t currently other group models, including and estate guise, as with
and beats premium rivals such motor and a 13kWh battery. have plug-in power and the VW Golf and Audi Q3. today’s model. The larger
as the Volvo V90 Recharge The news was confirmed by the Czech firm is engaged When the new Superb Kodiaq SUV will move into its
(54 miles). It will position Skoda CEO Klaus Zellmer at in a rapid electrification and Kodiaq are launched in second generation, having

New Superb PHEV’s

electric range beats
today’s by 27 miles

Cupra thinks big for electric push into North America

CUPRA IS READYING a mix of have to be able to afford to do
North America
larger vehicles to target North requires larger it. The investments for making
America as it looks to grow its cars than Born cars ready for America
global presence following a are considerable and I think
record year of sales. we need to be stronger
CEO Wayne Griffiths has first in Europe.”
confirmed that the new cars He added: “Our priority
will ride on the Volkswagen will be to get Cupra up and
Group’s SSP platform running first in Europe. The US
– effectively a fusion of story is still very early days.”
VW’s current MEB and PPE In the meantime, Cupra has
architectures. This means the just launched in Australia and
cars will arrive towards the New Zealand. A North America
end of the decade, given that push could also open the
the platform isn’t due until door to the Chinese market,
2028 at the earliest. given that customers in both
They will be electrically territories have a similar
powered (Cupra’s last preference for large cars.
combustion car will be the push remains on course for cited as happening “by 2030”. generally bigger, so it will be The news comes off the
2024-bound Terramar SUV) around 2030, confirmed Asked why the firm can’t a next generation of electric back of a record year for the
because the Spanish firm Griffiths, who added that its launch there now with the likes cars that would be based on five-year-old marque, which
“will not be looking to go to entry into the market “will of the VW ID 3-based Born, the SSP platform from VW. last year recorded 150,000
America with combustion be linked to the timetable of Griffiths said: “You need a “So in terms of technology, deliveries. In its first four
cars”, said Griffiths. Cupra becoming a fully electric car in the US that is fit for the there is a timing aspect, and years combined, Cupra
Cupra’s North American brand”. This has already been US, and US electric cars are the other aspect is that we sold around 300,000 cars.

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first gone on sale in 2016.
As well as new plug-in
hybrids, both models are likely
SKODA TEES UP NEW ELECTRIC ESTATE
to be available with 1.5-litre and Skoda is poised to reveal an
2.0-litre turbocharged petrol all-electric estate, expected Octavia is poised to
engines and a 2.0-litre diesel. to be a successor to the get an all-electric
Skoda’s two newcomers Octavia, next month. estate successor
are expected to continue Likely to break cover at the
to play a significant role in car maker’s Explore More 2.0
maintaining and advancing the event in April, the estate will
car maker’s market share. The be Skoda’s second bespoke
Kodiaq was Skoda’s third-best- all-electric model, following
selling vehicle last year, with the launch of the Enyaq iV
94,500 sales, and the Superb last year, as the Czech firm
accounted for 60,800 sales. continues its shift towards
Pricing has yet to be an all-electric line-up.
announced, but the current When it arrives, it will
entry-level Superb is offered join what is currently a niche
from £30,000. The top-rung class, with rivals such as the
hybrid boosts that to £45,000. Peugeot e-308 estate and
JACK WARRICK the MG 5 stalwart.

Current Kodiaq will

be replaced by a Mk2 `
version next year
The new Kodiaq could be in
line for the latest PHEV too
a

V12 ROLLS-ROYCE COUPE BOWS OUT IN STYLE

The last-ever V12-powered Rolls-Royce coupé will be this,
S E AT S H U N S E Vs F O R C U P R A’S S A K E the Wraith Black Arrow. Limited to just 12 units, which have
Seat won’t release an in 2024 and a production already been sold, the 623bhp Black Arrow sees out 10 years
electric car while Cupra version of the Urban Rebel of Wraith production. Finished almost entirely in black and
is selling them, for fear of concept in 2025. silver, the special two-door coupé draws inspiration from
cannibalising sales, and Instead, Seat will the famous, seven-tonne, eight-wheeled, dual-V12-powered
will instead focus on focus on continuing Thunderbolt of 1938, which broke the land speed record,
micro-mobility. its current combustion hitting 357.497mph. The price? If you have to ask…
The news, confirmed offering, as well as growing
by Seat and Cupra CEO its “electric micro-
Wayne Griffiths, means mobility” arm – which
Seat will not launch its hotly currently consists of the
tipped first electric model Seat Mó electric scooter.
before 2026, if at all, given “We cannot electrify
Cupra will introduce two both brands at once,”
new EVs over the next said Griffiths. “Seat is
two years – the Tavascan combustion. Cupra is BEV.”

Minimó was due in

2021 but shelved
because of Covid

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Entry platform for
smaller, cheaper cars

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Could VW help revive the Fiesta?

Ford would have the chance to resurrect it as an EV if VW shares the ID 2’s platform

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he reveal of the new providing its underpinnings reaches production, rides on a about whether Ford could additional MEB-based Ford EVs
Volkswagen ID 2all to Ford for an electric Fiesta compact new variation of VW’s use the MEB architecture for remains on the table.
concept – a compact successor, but such a ubiquitous MEB architecture, further vehicles – particularly VW boss Thomas Schäfer
and affordable electric car will not immediately called MEB Entry. given the freshly revealed was also non-committal when
hatchback touting Golf levels become a reality. Ford last week revealed ID 2 is a similar size and asked if his company could
of practicality – has raised The ID 2all, which will its new Explorer, the first of (targeted) price to the soon- consider offering its smaller
the intriguing prospect of VW become the ID 2 when it two electric SUVs to use the to-be-retired Fiesta. MEB Entry architecture to
full-sized version of the MEB Sander told Autocar that third parties, as it does with
platform. The company’s Ford has still not determined the full-sized MEB. “It could
Europe boss, Martin Sander, whether it will continue to use be an option,” he said. “But
told Autocar that, without MEB but gave this clarification: for now, we think that with the
Volkswagen’s platform, “Not decided does not mean we scale that we have, we can
“we wouldn’t have an electric have decided not to do it.” do it ourselves. We’re looking
volume[-selling] vehicle in the Ford is currently developing at a couple of options at
market in Europe right now”. its own global EV architecture the moment.”
The Explorer will be for use on future products and A direct replacement for
followed soon after its launch evaluating building vehicles the Fiesta is not an immediate
by a similarly sized ‘sports on this platform in Valencia. priority for Ford in any case. As
crossover’ with broadly similar It is also readying an electric Sander put it: “We have to be
technical specifications, version of the Ford Puma atop wise in our choices and decide
and there has been much adapted ICE architecture. where to spend our money,
Ford’s newly revealed Explorer uses VW’s full-sized MEB platform
discussion across the industry However, the potential for where to make the necessary

SSANGYONG TO REBRAND AFTER TORRES ZEEKR SALOON NEXT IN MODEL BLITZ

Ssangyong will rebrand as KG Mobility under its Geely-owned luxury EV firm Zeekr will add a saloon
new owner, the KG Group. Chairman Kwak Jae- to its line-up ahead of its 2023 European launch.
sun said the change was to erase the company’s Following the 001 estate (pictured) and X SUV, the
“painful image” following years of uncertainty. All CS1E will be joined by a new car every six months.
cars after the new Torres will be rebadged as such. Zeekr targets 650,000 annual sales by 2025.

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EV TO REVIVE
CAPRI NAME
Ford’s second MEB-based IMAGE
crossover, due in early
2024, is set to revive
` the Capri nameplate,
Ford is keen to according to a report in
The Sun.
GT X-Over and
hot hatch will be
position the The Explorer’s rakish
twin is tipped to take its
‘lifestyle’ cars

Puma as the name from the two-door

sports coupé Ford sold

‘utility version’ in huge numbers across

Europe from 1968 to

of the Fiesta 1986, in line with the firm’s

strategy of redeploying
historic nameplates in
a new segments.
Autocar first reported
in 2019 that the Capri
name was in the frame for
a revival, and the firm’s
chief designer in Europe,
Alpine to split future EV range
Outgoing Fiesta
has no direct
replacement
Amko Leenarts, told us
more recently: “The
public loves that we’re
bringing nameplates to
into lifestyle and sporting lines
ALPINE WILL OFFER French firm will stay true to We want to keep that and
new territories.” a distinct line of performance its sporting roots and hinted perpetuate this legacy, and
models in addition to a range that it could look to expand we plan to do that in all of
Capri could return as EV of more lifestyle-focused cars its performance range with our cars,” said Rossi. “The
as it fleshes out its future larger cars to join the A110. hot hatch and the sports
electric line-up. Both the lifestyle and crossover SUV, even though
The car maker is currently sporting branches of Alpine they are in the lifestyle brand,
preparing a three-model will be heavily influenced by will have that racing DNA.”
‘dream garage’ line-up for its its involvement in top-tier Rossi said that having
transition to becoming the motorsport, said Rossi, taken over from Renault
Renault Group’s premium most notably Formula 1 Sport within the group, a
electric brand, and those cars and the World Endurance performance variant of the
will be used to establish two Championship. Renault 5 was a sensible
clear-cut product lines. F1 looks set to play a addition to Alpine’s EV
The inbound electric significant role in Alpine’s lifestyle arm.
hot hatch – based on the electrification plans, as the “It’s the easiest one for
Renault 5 – and the GT X-Over sport is set to introduce new us to do because the hot
crossover will form part of engine regulations that could hatch is the closest thing to
the lifestyle branch, while place greater focus on the the Renault Sport era,” said
IMAGE the next-generation, electric electrical elements of the Rossi, referring to Renault’s
A110 will spearhead the firm’s power unit. previous sporting brand and
future sporting line-up. “Racing is in our DNA. its hot Clios and Méganes.
Speaking exclusively to
Autocar, Alpine CEO Laurent
Rossi outlined his vision,
citing that even for a sporting
HYDROGEN-POWERED A110, ANYONE?
manufacturer, models in CEO Laurent Rossi did not rule out Alpine using hydrogen
alternative segments would combustion engines in the future A110 line-up. He said
need to be offered to fortify hydrogen could offer the performance traits needed for a
Electric Puma, due in the brand’s future. sports car while being as clean and efficient as an electric
2024, will be based on Rossi said: “It is not powertrain – as previewed by 2022’s Alpenglow concept.
the ICE car’s platform sustainable for even a sporty
brand to only revolve around
sports cars, and that’s why we
investment in order to get to a “for many years” following will expand the line-up in the
positive business case.” the introduction of the EV lifestyle area. The C-segment
He added: “At the moment, version next year. It will be crossover is the best way
with battery costs where they priced some way clear of the for us to stay relevant to a
are, I don’t see an electric ID 2’s mooted £22,000 start larger audience because not
Fiesta any time soon.” point but will stay true to the everyone can afford an A110
But Sander is keen to value billing of the petrol car by or its potential successors.” Alpine boss noted the advantages of hydrogen for an A110
position the Puma as the comfortably undercutting the The Alpine boss sought to
“utility version” of the Fiesta £40,000-plus Explorer. reassure enthusiasts that the
and he said it will remain on sale FELIX PAGE

PININFARINA TO DESIGN POLISH EV TRIO FORD CREATES RAPTOR-LITE RANGERS

Polish EV start-up Izera has announced that its Fancy a beefy off-road Ranger without going full
first three models (also based on a Geely platform) Raptor? Ford has launched the Ranger Wildtrak X
will be designed by Pininfarina. With the backing and Tremor with a 2.0-litre diesel, long-travel
of the Polish government, Izera plans to launch an Bilstein dampers, a 26mm suspension lift and a
electric hatchback, estate and SUV in late 2025. 30mm-wider track – to sit below the hot V6 truck.

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 Kia surprises with EV5 concept
Hot on the heels of brand’s new EV9 flagship is similarly styled, smaller electric SUV

Spacious five-seat
cabin emphasises
sustainability

OFFICIAL PICTURES

J
ust a week after unveiling Referred to officially as of the EV5 is likely to ride
its new electric flagship, the Concept EV5 for now, the on a variation of the E-GMP
the seven-seat EV9, Kia electric SUV will be launched in platform that underpins Kia’s
has previewed its third China later this year, and Kia’s two existing bespoke EVs
bespoke EV with a similarly confirmation that plans will and another four that will
styled SUV concept. soon be announced for “other follow before 2026.
The new EV5 follows global markets” suggests that In size and stature, the EV5
the larger car in adopting a European entry is likely. looks roughly comparable to
the ‘Opposites United’ design Technical details also the combustion-engined Kia
ethos that will define all future remain largely under wraps, Sportage, so it could feasibly Concept’s design is similar to EV9 but a departure from EV6
models from the Korean brand. but the production version serve as a rival to similarly

New small Citroëns to ‘kick ass’ in affordable EV class CITROEN IS READYING include the £27k MG 4 EV, replace the CMP platform
Citroën’s wacky
Oli concept hints a mix of smaller EVs that will be £28k Fiat 500 and £32k that underpins today’s Corsa
at upcoming EVs “priced aggressively” to beat Vauxhall Corsa Electric. Electric and Peugeot e-208.
rivals in this growing class. “As premium brands look to They could make use of the
Due over the next few years, become more premium, [there same 51kWh battery as the
they will get “kick-ass” designs are still] some people who don’t e-208, which has a range
to attract a wider customer have that kind of money to buy of up to 248 miles.
base to the brand, design boss a car,” said Leclercq. A single-motor powertrain
Pierre Leclercq told Autocar. “It’s going to be super-cool. with around 130bhp is likely,
Starting with the upcoming We’re excited to put those [new given that is what’s expected
C3 supermini, they are likely EVs] on the road. We can only on the next C3 Aircross.
to share cues with the Oli be proud of having done it. To save costs, the Citroën
concept, he announced. So I think we have a big role EVs might also, as shown on the
Pricing of around £25,000 to play in the car industry in Oli concept, ditch infotainment
is expected, given that Leclercq the next couple of years.” systems in favour of a link
confirmed these EVs would Citroën’s new-era EVs will to the driver’s phone, hinted
have a “huge advantage” ride on its Stellantis parent’s Leclercq – albeit not such a low-
in their classes. STLA architecture – the budget solution as the solitary
Popular contenders today smallest version of which will phone clip in the £7695 Ami.

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 NEWS
EV9 TO OFFER 378BHP AND 336 MILES
Shortly after unwrapping the which can be gained in just 15
UNDER THE GENIUS OF LAMBORGHINI
EV5, Kia confirmed the first
technical specifications of its
minutes of charging.
There will be a rear-wheel-
THE SKIN LB744’S NEW TRANSMISSION
JESSE CROSSE
EV9 flagship, which is due on drive model with 200bhp and
sale in the coming months. 258lb ft and a dual-motor,
It measures 5010mm four-wheel-drive version
long, has a wheelbase of with 378bhp and 442lb ft.
3100mm and will come with Performance figures and
a 99.8kWh, 800V battery. pricing will come at a later
This will give it a range of up date, as will the promised
to 336 miles, 148 miles of GT performance variant.

EV9 rivals include the BMW iX and Mercedes-Benz EQS SUV At 193kg,
Lamborghini’s
new eight-speed DCT
weighs notably less than
conceived family EVs including and the larger car’s         "! "   the Huracán’s seven-
the Nissan Ariya, Toyota bZ4X swivelling seats feature       # % speeder. It’s faster-
and Volkswagen ID 4. here too, allowing occupants   !  !  "!   " ,5* shifting, too.
While Kia has yet to offer in both rows to turn 90deg. #!  $  % &     $ #! 
any hints concerning pricing or Uniquely, the EV5 concept '    $ "     $ 
performance, the EV5 is likely also seemingly features ( !         #$ 
to match those cars (and its bench-style front seats,   $  !  "! ' #  ,  "%<# +-.//*  
siblings) in offering a choice taking advantage of the lack  "# !     !    ,! 
of two- and four-wheel-drive of a transmission tunnel to ' )% ' !  *  "  " ,5'     ' 5
powertrains. If it is offered provide more space for the +," * '+-.//$" , =5$3      ' %
with the same 77kWh battery front occupants. Whether or $ , "0 '  "  %        
as the EV6, it will provide a not such a feature could be  ! $   *1" , ,   "    $'  #  
competitive maximum range homologated for sale in China '" ' 23'" 4$* ! , %1$"  
of more than 300 miles. or elsewhere remains unclear. "  5$   '   " '       
Interestingly, the EV5 There is no doubt, though, +," * " $ 6,   7    " ,5'"  , 
looks to be at least the same that the panoramic roof )          "  $   
size as the EV6, if not larger, (hosting battery-boosting #   " $  '  ' %  '   # 
suggesting that Kia won’t solar panels on the concept)  ! $  $ # +-.//% $'    " , ! , 
number its EVs according will be retained, as will the - 3"' +," *  # "  "       %8  *
to size, à la Volkswagen sustainably sourced interior "  " #' $ #  " !" 
and Peugeot. materials and wraparound #"" ,5  +-.//$'  , '   +-.//,  /82%
Like the EV9, it is sharply infotainment touchscreen '  " ,  , ! '  1  !     # 
proportioned and overtly atop the dashboard. "  " $   !   #  # ! " !" 
focused on practicality, FELIX PAGE " ,5,  %8  '*! ,    # !  "  " ,5
   # ,   , $"' "   %
$ ,9%:38 ! , %
1'3 $$ #
$ ""  , '  $  BACK AFTER HALF A CENTURY
 ;'  " ,5%+" 
C I T R O E N W O N ’ T B E A S L AV E T O R A N G E " ,5 "  !  ' ;'   Porsche has begun producing engine
Efficiency alone shouldn’t challenging convention,   "  0  $ $  crankcases for older 1960s and 1970s
dictate the look of EVs, said Leclercq. ## ' ! 3 23'" * 911s again but using the latest production
believes Citroën design He hopes other firms will 4*,5 "  !   % $   techniques. Starting with computer-aided
boss Pierre Leclercq. do the same and not just !   "#+," * design data, moulds are made from sand
He was speaking about focus on eking miles out of    ",   3  ' bonded with a resin. Once freed from
the Oli concept’s vertical similar aerodynamically , ,  # *' % the moulds, the castings are machined
windscreen, which has shaped bodies.  "  " '   !  by five-axis computer numerical control
become a standout aspect “Maybe a little bit less ,   ;,  machines and checked for accuracy using
of the radical one-off. [range] is fine when you      , "  , 3D-measuring probes.
Its design, which have something iconic and    %1'   
sees drag negated by functional,” he reasoned.  '     " " 
trick ducting in the $ ; " ,5$      5 
headlights and bonnet,  ,     "  
yields benefits including $ %8  ! # ; 
significantly reduced     $  
material use, lessened 3" $ !  #! '  
labour requirements and  "  "    5  
more shade inside the car. 90deg isn’t good for aero    %  #    
But it was mainly about  ' ;" ! #
'  ;$ $ 
"  $ "  ,3" 

29 MARCH 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 13

 Small luxury EV on Genesis radar
New entry-level car for Europe, based on the Mint concept, is under consideration

you live in a city, you don’t

G
enesis is evaluating before Genesis had launched to factor in the growth of sales level model, although it would
launching a small, in Europe. A production anticipated for our current carry a price in line with its necessarily want a big car,
Europe-focused luxury model would be likely to have cars, weigh that against our luxury billing. “Raw material so a small luxury vehicle is
electric car, potentially a European focus, given the manufacturing capacity, and prices for batteries is key something to think about.
beating Tesla’s mooted car’s compact dimensions. then consider the rising cost of at the moment,” said Choi. There are premium small
entry-level model to market. Mark Choi, head of product raw materials and understand “Waiting until material costs cars, but a luxury small car
The car would take planning for Genesis, said: “We how that affects the decision.” come down could make more could be something new.”
inspiration from the Mint are looking at expanding our Choi hinted that the last of sense but we will have to see.” The Mint featured twin
concept of 2019, which model line-up, and especially those factors could delay the Head of design SangYup scissor doors, but a production
received positive feedback but in Europe a smaller model is launch of the small EV, which Lee added: “The Mint concept car would potentially be
hasn’t yet yielded a production being considered. would sit below the Genesis is still being studied. We want more versatile in order to
model. It was revealed at “But it is not a simple case GV60 in the firm’s line-up. As to understand what a small give it greater sales appeal
the New York motor show, of adding new models. We need such, it would be the entry- luxury car could be. When as an upmarket rival to the

Genesis ramps up go-faster EVs

GENESIS WILL LAUNCH a raft developing electric cars as Highlighting the striking
of high-performance electric we approach the new era, but X Coupé, Convertible and
vehicles, with quicker versions at Genesis it is clear that we Speedium family of concepts,
Three X concepts: of its cars in development, want to be differentiated. We and their potential for being
“great feedback” as the brand bids to establish can’t just carry over from our made, Choi added: “We’ve
itself as a rival for Audi, BMW sister brands. had great feedback, and
and Mercedes – and potentially “We want to separate we’re looking into it. The next
further underlining the ourselves on the more high- steps are to decide if it’s first
production potential of performance side. We are not possible and then feasible.”
its trio of X concepts. keen on a high-performance Talking about the feasibility
Confirming that Genesis sub-brand or anything like that of the concept cars making
will pursue the development but we do talk about developing production, head of design
of high-powered electric cars, ‘effortless’ powertrains – SangYup Lee, who spoke of
Mark Choi, head of product enough power to be enjoyable his desire to launch a halo
planning, said: “As a group in all circumstances, and coupé, said: “The flush shapes
[Hyundai], we are looking at which satisfies the luxury we want for the cars are not
the most efficient ways of experience.” easy to make in production,

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 NEWS
Mint concept was well
received and would be
a good fit for Europe
GENESIS EYES BIG LIMO FOR EUROPE
G90 is an S-Class
rival; latest version
was launched in 2021
Jim Holder
I N S I D E I N F O R M AT I O N
Tide may have turned
on Jaguar Land Rover
Arch dealerships

The European sales £62,000 to £115,000,

potential of Genesis’s depending on spec.
flagship G90, a Mercedes Beyond the UK, Genesis
S-Class rival, is being sells in Germany and
evaluated, although the Switzerland at present.
cost of converting it for A spokesman described 2> <? ! *   #:9  # '  
right-hand drive makes evaluations as “ongoing”, #@"+A! * &  ' %@+A 
it unlikely for the UK. suggesting a final sales 1    $ $         
The second-generation decision would hinge ,      $  "  
G90 was launched in 2021 on potential sales and  ' "    $%1 
and sits on a bespoke marketing value versus  % ! B9 ,  )  
platform, called M3. the cost of tuning it for      ,  ,  '  3'
Prices range from about European roads. 0*,     * $ 
   $ ' # # # =   
$"" "  " , '  
    $$ ,3 '   %
CAN G90 CUT IT IN EUROPE? $  ' #  
 $ $ #$   @"*$$ 
JIM HOLDER CBD  % '"%> '#'
-3' 1 ' (     , ,
Around Korea, G90s are Power comes from  ! @+A' ""#   
everywhere. The brand a 375bhp 3.5-litre 3"%+A!  $ "$3 
may only be approaching turbo petrol, boosted '"EA"     '#  
seven years old, but this to 409bhp with 48V A!  $   ,  !    %
Volkswagen ID 3 or Renault year it is expected to assistance. It’s punchy, !( $ "   * 
Mégane E-Tech Electric, for mark up its millionth sale smooth and reasonably $     ,   ,  
which rear access is critical. thanks to its home market refined. Buyers can $ #  %@"'  '' "!  
The Mint’s claimed range predominance, and choose between two- and   0 !   )  "   
of 200 miles is also likely to its flagship vehicle is four-wheel drive on the '"" '  >$     # ,
need enhancing, although clearly popular. standard model, or four- ! '  F      
its 350kW fast-charging Having spent many wheel drive only on the E  $   " # $$ %
capability could justify a hours in the back of one long-wheelbase version,    E$0 '  1     '
smaller battery for what over a few days last week, which adds 19cm to the ##?2%  ! "" "  
would be sold as a city-based it’s easy to understand car’s length. A $      # "%
car, in turn helping to keep why. It’s large, luxurious, But before anyone gets ""   ,   !   
the purchase price down. full of advanced tech too excited, there are  #  '   $ "  ' 
FELIX PAGE and well appointed, its watch-outs: an S-Class  ?GE  =,     $"$  
collaboration with Bang interior is quieter and the ,   E',  !   !
& Olufsen resulting in a ride quality – at least on CB,% , '
particularly impressive Korean settings – leaves 1 "     '  , 
especially around the A- and 23-speaker sound system. a bit to be desired. If the  3 #"   #  " ' !"
B-pillar. These are challenging It doesn’t lack for G90 is to be more than a ",  !    $   ,
engineering details that need performance, either. curiosity, both need fixing. $, '  '# %
to be perfected before we $" %  '  *  # 
can proceed.” G90 is priced from   " #'"# # $0 ,  
Genesis has committed the equivalent of  "$3  !   !   E,   
to launch only new EVs £62,000 to £115,000  !, $ #  ' '    $  
from 2025, creating a  5$% 0  ' , 
line-up of at least six cars 8  )     ' 
thereafter. However,   3 %   !      
it will continue to offer   $    1  #",   %
existing combustion-  $  3 ,   
engined cars from that  ""#@"    "
point, phasing them  "        5 $$  
out only according 3 #D%?  ' ,  $$
to differing local  $ #, 3" "  %- #
regulations up until    $ '  '  *3@+A*
2030, when it will be fully   ' ,  $    1    $ 
electric. It has pledged  ,  ! ,      $="
to be carbon neutral   ?G 0$ $#,   E
as a firm by 2035. 5 @"   $   E  %

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MG Metro 6R4 reborn with Audi V6
British specialist MST modernises 1980s Group B rally monster, uprating it to 450bhp

MG original came in
road (pictured) and
competition forms New body is fabricated in Wales

T
he outrageous MG monsters of the 1980s. It came are highly sought after with a bespoke interior or MST hasn’t yet confirmed if
Metro 6R4 rally car is third in the 1985 RAC Rally, but today, commanding well over a ‘lightweight’ version for its car will weigh less than the
being revived by British its unreliable V6 engine kept it £200,000 in good condition. racing and rallying activities. 1040kg original, but it is likely
specialist Motorsport off the podium during the 1986 MST will build just five new Each will be driven by a to feature a heavily reinforced
Tools (MST) for 2024 with WRC season, during which examples at its Bangor base supercharged 3.0-litre V6, as chassis, as with the firm’s
a supercharged Audi V6. Group B cars were banned, next year, each priced from featured in the B8-generation previous creations.
Loosely based on the humble being deemed too dangerous. £295,000 before taxes. Audi S4, but with a number of MST doesn’t hold the rights
Austin Metro, the 6R4 is one It was, however, one of the It has suggested that buyers modifications made for extra to the MG or Metro names, so
of the most notorious – if not defining cars of the Group B can, as with the original 6R4, grunt: 450bhp up from 350bhp it’s referring to the car as the
successful – Group B rally era, and original examples choose a road-focused set-up originally. This will be sent to “all-new 6R4”.
both axles through a Sadev The original was famous for
six-speed sequential gearbox. using the Cosworth-derived
The reborn 6R4 will – like atmo V6 that would later
MORE REVIVED GROUP B ICONS MST’s Ford Escort-shaped appear with turbochargers in
Mk1 and Mk2 – be all but the Jaguar XJ220 supercar.
visually identical to its WRC There were two versions:
forebear but with a number of the road-legal Clubman, with
modern touches that promise around 250bhp, and the
to make it one of next year’s International, which ramped
most formidable road-going up output to 410bhp for
performance cars. motorsport applications.
E-LEGEND EL1 KIMERA EVO37 RENAULT R5 TURBO 3E Chief among these upgrades While the 6R4 will include an
Inspired by (but not based Jaw-dropping reboot of the “Born to drift” rather than will be an all-new carbonfibre Audi V6, MST uses a 2.0-litre
on) the Audi Quattro S1, this Lancia 037 was developed to win at Monte Carlo, this bodyshell, engineered in Cosworth-designed BDG race
£1m super-EV gets 805bhp in partnership with Claudio outlandish electric hooligan partnership with Innovate engine in the Mk1 and a 2.5-litre
from three motors and a Lombardi, the engineer behind was built to celebrate 50 Composites and designed to Ford Duratec lump in the Mk2,
248-mile range. the original’s powertrain. years of the Renault 5. the exact dimensions of the both of four-cylinder format.
original 6R4’s glassfibre body. FELIX PAGE

The current Grandland NEW ELECTRIC GRANDLAND INBOUND

offers diesel, petrol or
plug-in hybrid power Stellantis will invest £115 million in
preparing Opel’s factory in Eisenach,
Germany, to build an electric successor
to the Opel/Vauxhall Grandland SUV
from the second half of 2024.
Based on the same STLA Medium
platform as the upcoming Peugeot
e-3008, the Grandland EV should tout
a range of up to 435 miles and a dual-
motor, four-wheel-drive range-topper.
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INDUSTRY
FRONT LINE
BUSINESS
This week’s biggest TESTER’S NOTES
stories on autocar.co.uk/
autocar-business

DEBATE OVER E-FUELS

‘UNNECESSARY NOISE’
Volkswagen boss Thomas
Schäfer has described the
tussle within the European
Union to revise the 2035
ban on new ICE vehicles
to include an exception for
e-fuels as “unnecessary
noise” in the mass shift
to electrification. “This
discussion is distracting Prior was seduced
from the point,” he said. and confused by
Scalextric Minis
DACIA RESHUFFLES
PRODUCTION PLAN H,' `
,  ! 0 
Dacia has confirmed that
production of the Jogger
MPV will move to the firm’s
T "   %- # 
$ $,, ! 
I feel no grief or nostalgia having learned the
plant in Tangier, Morocco,
in mid-2024. This will free
, #  H"*> 
9:4 ,' 
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up capacity at its Mioveni !   ##% a
factory in Romania for the $ 0!     '   $$ '   „1 ' #$ 
new Bigster SUV, which is  ' '      #$ BJ:B     "   " '  
due to arrive in 2025. , '  ,3 (  #%  BJ:   '   #  'A B.! 
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SRT Demon 170:
same as hiring people for '*"  "  3"
three or five years.”
don’t forget to
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deploy the ’chute
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 COMMENT

MY WEEK IN CARS
Nothing stands
in its way, except
maybe the Wrangler

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 MOTORSPORT

R AC I N G L I N E S

Alonso is in superb form –

but it’s not enough to stay
ahead of the Red Bulls
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F I R ST D R I V E S N E W C A R S T E ST E D A N D R AT E D

TESTED 22.3.23, OXFORDSHIRE ON SALE NOW PRICE £35,580

Can a mid-life facelift for Stuttgart’s plush family hatchback get it back among
the UK’s best-sellers and help prevent an SUV stranglehold?

22 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 29 MARCH 2023

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Turn-in bite is sharp and
TESTER’S NOTE
Standard kit has been
boosted across the
range, with all models
it can be hustled through now getting 64-colour
ambient lighting, a

corners with accuracy reversing camera and

Apple CarPlay. JD

It’s less sporty than the 1 Series but still holds its own when you press on

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 FIRST DRIVES

Rear is roomy enough and would be airier without those AMG seats
TESTED 22.3.23, OXFORDSHIRE ON SALE NOW

MERCEDES-BENZ B-CLASS
Similar updates to freshen Merc’s mini-MPV
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! " #   Power 134bhp at 5500rpm petrol, plus 48V ISG
!     ,  Torque 170lb ft at 1660-3000rpm Power 161bhp at 5500rpm
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 ,",, Kerb weight 1440kg Kerb weight 1410kg
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$    CO2, tax band 135g/km, 32% CO2, tax band 140g/km, 33%
 $  #    RIVALS Audi A3 Sportback, RIVALS BMW 2 Series Active Tourer,
 "  %   " #   BMW 1 Series, DS 4 Chassis is precise but jittery Volkswagen Touran
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29 MARCH 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 25

 `
The driving experience starts on the right foot by
doing absolutely nothing to annoy you. It’s bliss
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TESTED 20.3.23, WORCESTERSHIRE ON SALE NOW

BENTLEY CONTINENTAL GTC S

Sportier version of V8 was our favourite old Continental. Now it has been reprised
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 FIRST DRIVES

TESTER’S NOTE
The Allen key hidden
in the GTC’s armrest
trim is an unexpected
find in a luxury car. It’s
for manually cranking
the roof open and shut
should the battery
or the ignition fail. A
sensible inclusion. MS

S offers an impressively wide scope of fabulous dynamic character

Craftsmanship of the interior is a joy to behold, and it couldn’t be comfier

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,% "  "       "  $  $ $$  " !   Ferrari Portofino M
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 TESTED 11.3.23, SHANGHAI, CHINA ON SALE L ATE 2023 (EUROPE)

HIPHI Z
Europe-bound Chinese tech start-up’s second EV is a Taycan-chasing ‘digital GT’
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TESTER’S NOTE
Although HiPhi is a
start-up brand, build
quality shouldn’t be a
concern, because its
cars are produced by a
joint venture between
Kia and multi-industry
giant Yueda. MA

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 FIRST DRIVES

TESTER’S NOTE
There’s a coasting
function where the
engine is decoupled
to save fuel. Trouble
is recoupling takes
a moment and isn’t
perfectly smooth. I’m
not convinced that’s
a good trade-off for
mid-20s MPG. IV

TESTED 20.3.23, KENT ON SALE NOW

BMW 8 SERIES CONVERTIBLE

Munich has updated the styling and interior of its big, V8-powered, soft-top cruiser
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Price £120,945
Engine V8, 4395cc, twin-
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Power 523bhp at 5500-6000rpm
Torque 553lb ft at 1800-4600rpm
Gearbox 8-spd automatic, 4WD
Kerb weight 2125kg
0-62mph 4.1sec
Top speed 155mph
Economy 26.4mpg
CO2, tax band 244g/km, 37%
RIVALS Lexus LC 500 Convertible,
Sober interior with flawless fit and finish; handling and refinement are let down by ride Mercedes-AMG SL 55

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TESTED 22.3.23, OXFORDSHIRE ON SALE NOW

DS 7 E-TENSE 225
France’s latest take on the executive SUV lands with a mid-ranking PHEV powertrain
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#  "   &  # B:3"?2" % ,   " $$$  Kerb weight 1760kg
'$ I 2$'  %       9  #'   " , % 0-62mph 8.9sec
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     <     /5/   " #       Battery 14.2/12.9kWh (total/usable)
"          & ,  ' E,    #  # % Economy 177.9-250mpg
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 $ #  " # ,     1V92! RIVALS Audi Q3, Volvo XC60
" # !  3 %  $' 3$ % F/%  3 , (   

TESTER’S NOTE
The 7 now has DS’s Iris
infotainment system. I
like the touchscreen’s
crisp graphics and low
latency, but what I
like even more is that
it’s sensibly sized and
doesn’t dominate
the cockpit. RL

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 ROAD TEST

No 5617

BMW X7
PHOTOGRAPHY MAX EDLESTON

Broader changes for BMW’s flagship SUV are spearheaded by an M-lite, V8 special
MODEL TESTED M60i XDRIVE
Price £108,935 Power 523bhp Torque 553lb ft 0-60mph 4.2sec 30-70mph in fourth 5.2sec Fuel economy 20.7mpg CO2 emissions 276g/km 70-0mph 45.2m

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Range at a glance
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# ,  the flagship, above two straight-six though they look big enough. The
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! # , %   395bhp M50d, a quad-turbo version calipers, it’s nothing remarkable.
! $'  .    of the straight-six turbo diesel.
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HL  0" !" X7 by its distinctive headlights, which
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z Lacks the tactile helm of Porsche’s !" ! '$  "  in particular the upright D-pillars, is not
Cayenne and seems distant at times    ,  !  a million miles away from that of the
z Not the overtly sporting SUV (  $ %     Range Rover, and both cars possess an
some will want, though others F.HL3  ! '3  unusual sort of heavyset elegance. The
will love it for this  , #H* 'L: " '  X7 remains a conquest model for BMW.
 ,3 5  #%  SUV flagship first arrived in spring 2019
29 MARCH 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 33
 Weights and measures
DIMENSIONS

m
m max

900m
980m
0.34

1090m
600-
720mm 300 -
650-770mm

1835mm
2120
max litres
mm
1130

Kerb weight: 2600kg

904mm 3105mm 1172mm
5181mm
z Front seats have lots of adjustability and up front there’s a sense of endless
space. More lateral support would be useful, though, given what the V8 can do.
PA R K I N G
Typical parking space width (2400mm)
Typical garage height

2175mm

Typical leg room

650-770mm (2nd row),
600-720mm (3rd row)

2218mm (with mirrors) z Second- and third-row seats are remarkably spacious, to the extent that even
three adults sat beside each other won’t feel cramped in the second row.
3800mm

W H E E L A N D P E DA L
ALI G N M E NT
The driving position is as good
as that of any car this size, and
you can get the broad seats 60mm
surprisingly low, though doing so
somewhat defeats the point of 190mm
the X7. There’s fine adjustability
in the steering column, too. Width 900-1090mm

H E AD LI G HTS
The X7’s updated headlights
feature the low- and high-beam
elements in separate modules, Length
and matrix LED functionality 440-1310-1550mm
and a ‘cornering’ function are
included as standard. They
are excellent, and we found
no obvious faults with them. z Split-folding tailgate is an old Range Rover trick and doubles up as a convenient
seat. With the third-row seats (electrically) folded, the boot is truly capacious.

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 ROAD TEST

z BMW hasn’t been as punchy with interior lighting as z You get a three-section panoramic roof as standard z Transmission tunnel control panel is as familiar and
certain rivals but the M60i does feature an M graphic on the X7 and it’s expansive enough to flood the effective as ever. The disco ball rotary control is a bit
on the passenger-side dash. Our testers were split. interior with light. A ‘Sky Lounge’ sunroof is optional. ‘bling’ but in general perceived quality is very high.

Multimedia system AAAAC

BMW’s iDrive 8 offers plenty of functionality and ‘wow’ factor
but perhaps not quite the same level of intuitiveness as the
generation it replaces. There are simply too many icons on the
screen for you to either scroll past using the rotary control or
press with your finger (which necessitates leaning forward a bit
awkwardly). Some of the climate controls have also migrated
onto the touchscreen, meaning adjustment now requires you
to take your eyes off the road for longer.
The broad, curved display is, however, superbly sharp and
versatile, accommodating Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
as though the software was native. The 20-speaker Bowers &
Wilkins Diamond Surround audio system fitted as standard to
the M60i also stands out for its clarity and depth.
It’s worth noting, too, that the optional Travel and Comfort
System furnishes the second and third rows of seats with a
generous number of USB-C ports, and tablets can be fitted to
the backs of the front-seat headrests.

29 MARCH 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 35

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 ROAD TEST
Track notes
You might wonder why we elected z Get on the throttle early on the exit of the third-gear
T2
to put the X7 M60i around the Turn 4 and you can actually feel the rear anti-roll bar
Tarmac-track Hill Route at Millbrook tense up as the body starts to squat under sustained
Proving Ground rather than through T4 cornering g-force.
an off-road course, but the decision
was made for us by the choice of
rubber the car is supplied on: Pirelli T3
P Zero. This is the giveaway that the
M60i is, resolutely, a road-leaning T6
performance SUV, where something T1
like a Range Rover is certainly more
balanced in its outlook.
The M60i duly impressed on the Hill
Route, its 523bhp firing it up steep
climbs without hesitation and its z No surprises that the X7 feels top heavy
combination of air springs, dampers through the tight hairpin of Turn 2, and
and active anti-roll bars contriving the ESP never fully relinquishes control.
to keep the tall body remarkably flat Traction on exit is mighty, however.
during hard cornering, so long as
Sport+ mode was selected. A little T7
more throttle adjustability would T5
have elevated the driving experience,
yet as it is the M60i is dynamically
very capable, if evidently lacking the
flair of the smaller X5.
FINISH
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AC C E L E R AT I O N
BMW X7 M60i (10deg C, dry)
Standing quarter mile 12.8sec at 110.4mph, standing km 23.3sec at 141.1mph, 30-70mph 3.7sec, 30-70mph in fourth 5.2sec
30mph 40 50mph 60mph 70mph 80mph 90mph 100mph 110mph 120mph 130mph 140mph
1.7s 2.3s 3.2s 4.2s 5.4s 6.8s 8.4s 10.4s 12.7s 15.3s 18.7s 22.5s
0 10s 20s
Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT (2022, 18deg C, dry)
Standing quarter mile 11.4sec at 121.7mph, standing km 21.2sec at 150.8mph, 30-70mph 2.7sec, 30-70mph in fourth 5.2sec
30mph 40 50 60 70mph 80mph 90mph 100mph 110mph 120mph 130mph 140mph
1.3s 1.8 2.4s 3.1s 4.0s 5.0s 6.2s 7.6s 9.1s 11.2s 13.5s 16.2s
0 10s

B R A K I N G 60-0mph: 2.89sec
BMW X7 M60i (10deg C, dry)
30mph-0 50mph-0 70mph-0
8.5m 23.5m 45.2m
0 10m 20m 30m 40m
Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT (2022, 18deg C, dry)
30mph-0 50mph-0 70mph-0
8.3m 22.5m 44.3m
0 10m 20m 30m 40m

29 MARCH 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 37

 Data log
BMW X7 M60i XDRIVE
On-the-road price £108,935
Price as tested £120,170
Value after 3yrs/36k miles £56,656
Contract hire pcm na
Cost per mile £1.47
Insurance 50/£1195
83
TYPICAL PCP QUOTE litres
3 years/30k miles, £11,000 deposit £1840
With roughly an £11,000 deposit and accounting
for £10,000 or so of optional extras, BMW’s
Select finance offer would mean 36 monthly
payments of £1840, with an optional final
payment of £54,990. APR is 4.9%, while
excess mileage is charged at 31.6p per mile.

EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST
Acoustic glazing
M Sport differential and brakes T E C H N I C A L L AYO U T
Iconic Glow Kidney Grille The X7 is built on a version of the same modular CLAR platform BMW uses for
High-gloss Shadowline exterior trim all its longitudinally engined models. The twin-turbo V8 primarily feeds the rear
Integral Active Steering differential, with a clutch-based transfer box able to divert drive to the front axle
Comfort Plus Pack (Ambient Air, as required. However, in normal conditions the M60i defaults to operating solely
five-zone automatic air-con, front as a rear-driven car, and lacks the ability to manually lock any of its differentials.
massage seats, front and rear heated
seats, heated and cooled cupholder, ENGINE ECONOMY
ventilated front seats) £3940 Installation Front, longitudinal, four- TEST MPG Track 8.5mpg
Technology Plus Pack (Bowers & wheel drive, plus 48V ISG Touring 28.9mpg
Wilkins Diamond Surround audio, Type V8, 4395cc, twin- Average 20.7mpg
Driving Assistant Professional) £5250 turbocharged, petrol
M Carbon side mirror caps £990 Made of Aluminium block and head CLAIMED Low 15.4mpg
Carbonfibre interior trim £1055 Bore/stroke 88.3mm/89.0mm Medium 23.9mpg
Marina Blue Metallic paint nco Compression ratio 10.5:1 High 27.2mpg
22in double-spoke style 913 Valve gear 4 per cyl Extra high 23.9mpg
M light alloy wheels nco Power 523bhp at 5500-6000rpm Combined 23.2mpg
23in V-spoke 914 alloy wheels £1100 Torque 553lb ft at 1800-4600rpm
Sky Lounge Pack £890 Redline 6500rpm Tank size 83 litres
Towbar £1320 Power to weight 201bhp per tonne Test range 378 miles
Torque to weight 213lb ft per tonne
Options in bold fitted to test car Specific output 119bhp per litre E M I S S I O N S & TA X
= Standard na = not available CO2 emissions 276g/km
nco = no-cost option Tax at 20/40% pcm £672/£1344

C H A S S I S & B O DY TRANSMISSION BRAKES SAFET Y

Construction Aluminium and steel Type 8-spd automatic Front 395mm ventilated cast-iron discs ABS, EBD, ACS, DTC, HDC, TPMS, VTD, ESC
monocoque Ratios/mph per 1000rpm Rear 345mm ventilated cast-iron discs Euro NCAP crash rating Not tested
Weight/as tested 2600kg/na 1st 5.50/4.9 2nd 3.52/7.7 3rd 2.20/12.3 Anti-lock Standard, with EBD, brake assist
Drag coefficient 0.34 4th 1.72/15.7 5th 1.30/20.7 6th 1.00/27.0 Handbrake type Electronic, via switch
Wheels 9.5Jx22in (f), 7th 0.83/32.4 8th 0.64/42.1 Handbrake location Transmission tunnel
10.5Jx22in (r) Final drive ratio 3.39:1 CABIN NOISE
Tyres 275/40 R22 113Y XL (f), STEERING Idle 38dBA Max rpm in 4th gear 84dBA
315/35 ZR22 113Y XL (r), SUSPENSION Type Electromechanical, rack and pinion 30mph 56dBA 50mph 61dBA 70mph 65dBA
Pirelli P Zero Front Double wishbones, air springs, Turns lock to lock 2.3
Spare None (run-flats) active anti-roll bar Turning circle 12.4
Rear Multi-link, air springs, active anti-roll bar

AC C E L E R AT I O N AC C E L E R AT I O N I N G E A R MAX SPEEDS IN GEAR R E S I D UA L S

MPH TIME (sec) mph 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th 8th 160

0-30 1.7 20-40 1.4 2.1 2.9 – – – – 1 32mph 6500rpm 140

Range Rover P530 Autobiography
0-40
0-50
2.3
3.2
30-50
40-60
–
–
2.0
2.1
2.6
2.6
3.6
3.4
5.5
4.7
–
6.7
–
– 2 50mph 6500rpm 120
BMW X7 M60i
0-60 4.2 50-70 – 2.2 2.6 3.5 4.6 5.8 11.0 3 80mph 6500rpm 100
Value (£1000s)

0-70 5.4 60-80 – – 2.8 3.6 4.7 5.9 9.3

0-80 6.8 70-90 – – 3.0 3.6 4.9 6.3 8.9 4 102mph 6500rpm 80

60
0-90 8.4 80-100 – – – 3.9 5.1 6.7 9.7 5 135mph 6500rpm 40 Porsche Cayenne Turbo
0-100 10.4 90-110 – – – 4.3 5.5 7.1 –
0-110 12.7 100-120 – – – 4.9 6.0 7.7 – 6 155mph 5790rpm 20
0-120 15.3 110–130 – – – 6.2 6.6 – – 7 155mph 4790rpm 0
0-130 18.7 120–140 – – – – – – – New 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years
0-140 22.5 130–150 – – – – – – – 8 155mph* 3680rpm z Top-spec X7 can’t match the
* claimed
0-150 – 140–160 – – – – – – – more expensive V8 Range Rover but
0-160 – 150–170 – – – – – – – RPM in 8th at 70/80mph = 1662/1889 compares well with the Cayenne Turbo.
THE SMALL PRINT Power-to-weight and torque-to-weight figures are calculated using manufacturer’s claimed kerb weight. © 2023,
Haymarket Media Group Ltd. Test results may not be reproduced without editor’s written permission. For information on the X7, contact
BMW UK Customer Services, Summit One, Summit Avenue, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 0FB (0370 505 0160, bmw.co.uk). Cost- R OA D T E S T N o 5 617
per-mile figures calculated over three years/36,000 miles, including depreciation and maintenance but not insurance; Lex Autolease
(0800 389 3690). Insurance quote covers 35-year-old professional male with clean licence and full no-claims bonus living in Swindon;
quote from Liverpool Victoria (0800 066 5161, lv.com). Contract hire figure based on a three-year lease/36,000-mile contract including
maintenance; Wessex Fleet Solutions (01722 322888). Read all of our road tests autocar.co.uk
38 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 29 MARCH 2023
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Testers’
notes
RICHARD
LANE
It’s reasonable
to expect the
M60i to pack more power
and torque than the pre-
facelift M50i it replaces.
One of those numbers
is bigger than the other,
after all. But no, the two
cars make the same
figures. M60i owners
can at least content
themselves with knowing
they have a proper M unit.

MATT
SAUNDERS
It’s easy
enough to mock
something like
the X7 M60i, what with
it being so generally
excessive. But it would be
VERDICT a fine all-season, all-task

AAAAC companion. I know I

could grow to love its
laid-back personality.
Uncompromising-looking X7 is seriously fast but laudably refined
Spec advice
pplying M genetics to something the size of an X7 is an act that will seem We would be tempted to
avoid the 23in wheels in
A questionable to many Autocar readers but, as plenty of manufacturers have
proved, it makes a lot sense in today’s marketplace. Note also that, in this case, it
favour of a smaller set.
Note also that a towbar
will cost you £1320. The
Comfort Plus Pack –
is executed unusually well at a hands-on level. The X7 M60i strikes an impressive balance massage seats, five-zone
of attributes in that it is not overwrought in sporting terms for a car whose chief remit is air conditioning – is also
worth considering.
to provide opulent family transport, and yet its athletic credentials are evidently more
than skin deep. This BMW doesn’t reward like a Cayenne but there is satisfaction to be Jobs for
had from behind the wheel and probably to a greater degree than in any other full-size the facelift
z Engineer more
SUV able to muster so much in the way of rolling refinement. Factor in genuine weight variation into
seven-seat ability and a level of material lavishness that wouldn’t be alien to the steering.
z Continue to refine the
Range Rover owners and you have a pretty compelling all-rounder. car’s secondary ride.
z Some PHEV capability,
Those who need true off-road capability and the ultimate in isolation should stick to as per the fine X5 45e,
would only enhance
the British car, and anybody chasing excitement should look no further than the Porsche. ownership. An electric
range of 70 miles
But if you want elements of both, the fairly priced X7 M60i is well worth your attention. would be useful.

R OA D 1 2 3 4 5
TEST
R I VA L S

RANGE ROVER P530 BMW X7 M60i XDRIVE PORSCHE CAYENNE TURBO AUDI SQ7 VORSPRUNG MERCEDES-AMG GLS 63
Verdicts BMW-engined Rangie makes up Doesn’t exhibit the sheer intent Class leader when it comes to A fine all-round package and 4MATIC+
on every for lack of outright dynamism of the Porsche or the opulence handling and more than capable keenly priced in this company. Temptingly priced given it’s a full-
new car, with fluid handling and superb of the Range Rover but gets over long distances. Not as Cabin materials aren’t all that bore AMG effort. Doesn’t ride as
p72 comfort and isolation. Space close to both and generally cosseting as the cars ahead of lavish and it is conspicuously less well as it should, and that overt
abounds and it’s great off road. offers minimal compromise. it and lacks a third-row option. engaging to drive than the BMW. character might wear over time.
AAAAB AAAAC AAAAC AAAAC AAABC
Price £135,400 £108,935 £112,400 £98,475 £123,700
Power, torque 523bhp, 553lb ft 523bhp, 553lb ft 550bhp, 568lb ft 507bhp, 568lb ft 611bhp, 627lb ft
0-62mph, top speed 4.6sec, 155mph 4.7sec, 155mph 4.1sec, 178mph 4.1sec, 155mph 4.2sec, 155mph
CO2, economy 264g/km, 24.3mpg 276g/km, 23.2mpg 309g/km, 20.9mpg 282g/km, 22.8mpg 273g/km, 22.1mpg

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Ford’s new V6-propelled, motorsport-damped

Ranger Raptor hurls a big glob of excitement into
muddy-shire off-roading. Matt Prior wonders
if it will leave the Jeep Wrangler floundering
PHOTOGRAPHY MAX EDLESTON
 They’re equally HOW THEY
capable when MEASURE UP
cresting hills
JEEP VS FORD
WRANGLER RANGER
A PPROACH

43.9deg 32.0deg
B R E A KOV E R

22.5deg 24.0deg
D E PA R T U R E

37.0deg 24.0deg
GROUND CLEARANCE

274mm 272mm
WA D I N G L I M I T

760mm 850mm
Ranger Raptor isn’t
the only ford that the
Wrangler can take on

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 FORD RANGER vs JEEP WRANGLER COMPARISON

B A JA B L A S T
To prove the worth of the new Ranger Still, Ford reported that it needed
Raptor, Ford entered a standard one nothing but routine maintenance –
into the stock mid-class category in and after the gruelling event, it was
last November’s Baja 1000 rally. deemed to be in decent enough
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to make it eligible for the gruelling off- public roads back to its base
road event. A snorkel, a roll- in Riverside, California.
cage, a fire extinguisher and
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windows, a 160-litre fuel tank
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Staff Sergeant Prior: “I had a few screws
loose”

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 FORD RANGER vs JEEP WRANGLER COMPARISON
V6-powered Raptor
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Ford Ranger Raptor Jeep Wrangler 2.0

3.0 Ecoboost GME Rubicon 4dr
Rating AAAAC AAAAC
Price £58,900 £62,280
Engine V6, 2956cc, twin-turbocharged, petrol 4 cyls, 1995cc, turbocharged, petrol
Power 288bhp at 5500rpm 268bhp at 5250rpm
Torque 362lb ft at 2300rpm 295lb ft at 3000rpm
Gearbox 10-spd automatic, 4WD 8-spd automatic, 4WD
Kerb weight 2454kg 1903kg
0-62mph 7.9sec 7.1sec
Top speed 111mph 112mph
Economy 20.4mpg 23.7mpg
…while Jeep fits a big old stick and a bright-red panel CO2, tax band 315g/km, 37% 269g/km, 37%

29 MARCH 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 47

THE YOUNG AND FREE
EIGHT
AGES VOLKSWAG E N GOLF
2016 1.6 TDI Bluemotion Tech Match, 60,000 miles, £11,000

OF MAN
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 CARS FOR LIFE BUYING USED

SETTLING DOWN
FORD FOCUS ST
2019 2.3 Ecoboost, 50,000 miles, £20,995
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29 MARCH 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 49

KIDS BECOME TEENS
KIA SE DONA
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 CARS FOR LIFE BUYING USED

RETIREMENT
M E RCE DES E- CL ASS CAB RIOLET
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29 MARCH 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 51

 From this…

Grimewatch
Gary Scott is a car-cleaning guru whose down-and-dirty YouTube videos attract
millions of views. John Evans meets this top grime-buster and gets some expert tips
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 GARY SCOTT CLEANING GURU
SIX STEPS
TO SUCCESS

WA S H I T F I R S T
“People ask me why I wash the car
first but it’s because I don’t want to
be working around a dirty one and
I don’t want to bring any more dirt
into the interior.”

R E M O V E T H E S E AT S
“For really grubby cars, it’s the
only way to remove all the dirt in
those hard-to-reach places.”

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 Dean Lanzante
has been here for
three decades

Ganesha, the Hindu

deity, has proven a
very lucky mascot

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 LANZANTE INSIGHT
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 T H E P O R S C H E R OA D C A R
WITH A REAL F1 ENGINE
So what’s with that bare Porsche people can use these as turnkey road
930 shell sitting in the Lanzante cars. They have reduced power, due
workshop? Something very special, to running regular fuel, lower boost
as seen for the first time at the and lower revs. They were running at
Rennsport Reunion in 2018. 11,500rpm, they’re now at 9000rpm.
The 930 TAG Turbo is based on “Then we’re doing three more cars
the test mule used to develop the to celebrate the three TAG-McLaren
turbocharged 1.5-litre V6 with which titles. These are stripped-out, lighter
McLaren won three Formula 1 titles versions with shorter engine life, a
from 1984 to 1986. But Lanzante’s lot more power and a lot less weight.
cars don’t have replica engines. They have styling cues from the F1
Oh no: they’re the real thing. car: the same steering wheel, the
“They are original F1 race engines,” same Hugo Boss-logoed seatbelts.
confirms Dean Lanzante. “We’re “It all came from a visit to
doing 11 based on the original mule, McLaren. I saw all these old engines
each named after the driver who in crates, and they had kept a batch
raced it in each year. So you have to futureproof their TAG F1 cars.
Niki Lauda 1983 and John Watson “It’s actually a good use for
1983 going all the way up to Stefan something that was just hanging
Johansson and Alain Prost 1987. around from Porsche’s most
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 LANZANTE INSIGHT

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How supply corps gain expert driving and nerves of steel Advertising the war effort
“Driving a lorry through the blackout into an area where a blitz is in full swing, Supply restrictions recently have led
into the hail of falling shrapnel on roads strewed with toppling masonry, fires car firms to almost stop advertising in
raging and bombs blasting, is not a pleasant job, especially if your lorry is loaded print. Not so in the 1940s, when they
with shells for an anti-aircraft battery.” How was one prepared for such tasks, instead bought space to highlight
then? We visited a training centre of the Royal Army Service Corps to find out. their war work. Rolls-Royce boasted
Men were first trained as soldiers, going through foot drill, arms drill, weapons of “the fine significance of its name”
training, anti-gas drill and map reading. Motor training then featured a number In defence of an enemy continuing in RAF aircraft such as
specific steps that had to be mastered in turn, lasting a minimum of five weeks. We and our readers had made some the Spitfire (pictured); Alvis spoke
(Women were there, too, although learning to drive large staff cars, not lorries.) unkind comments about Mercedes- of “supremacy and quality through
In one area of the camp was a large modelled road plan, used to explain the Benz cars, and despite it “being a land and air”, having turned its hand
best practice in various situations. production of enemy origin”, one to armoured vehicles; Lagonda tried
In another, a chassis donated by Broughton Parker felt obligated to simply to inspire, rather than shout
Vauxhall was used to explain the defend his 290 cabriolet. Steering about its flamethrowers; and Lodge
function and adjustment of parts like a lorry? No way. Made of cheap illustrated how its spark plugs were
(pictured). Elsewhere, parts were tin? Absurd. It hadn’t gone wrong in used in every kind of vital vehicle.
given for practising maintenance. 80,000 miles while being good for
The backbone, though, was the 70mph and not bothered by steep
daily task system: 16 maintenance inclines, all while delivering 18mpg.
IMPERIAL WAR MUSEUM

tasks done across each of the 14 Having owned 18 cars, Parker knew
days. The course graduation test none that gave him such confidence
then contained 11 parameters. and comfort, and in trying a small
Clearly it worked, as these men British sports car, he had longed for
averaged only one incident, many his 290, so rough was the ride. It still
just minor, every 40,000 miles. looked modern after six years, too.

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 O U R CA RS F E AT U R E D T H I S W E E K

ALPINE A110 FORD FOCUS ESTATE FORD MUSTANG MACH-E ORA FUNKY CAT RENAULT MEGANE VAUXHALL ASTRA VOLVO XC40 RECHARGE

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for the trinkets and gimmicks you don’t
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FORD FOCUS ESTATE

Two years from retirement, is our new arrival still one of the very best ‘normal cars’?
FIRST REPORT # $ "    >$$"  ,  SECOND OPINION
* ( 9! "%   ,!   "  *
WHY WE ’ R E RU N N I N G IT # "   > &  $, , # $!  #  Some will lead you to
To crystallise our opinion of what we’re ,     # ;       ,  "  believe that a normal
all going to lose when the Focus retires   %   " + '* , # ,   % Focus is a sort of secret
"   3 $  1  & $ #  driver’s car. It isn’t, but almost
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 VOLVO XC40 RECHARGE
Who can spare 30 minutes during their
daily commute? Well, we have no choice
MILEAGE 3866  !  9 #
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WHY WE ’ R E RU N N I N G IT   #'  *!   
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$  $ M'  ?3   our many potholes and its lovely VO LVO XC 40 RECHARG E
  # =  & ,    *   ,   #% *  interior makes long trips pleasant. Price £51,750 Price as tested £53,525
''  '#, " , =  ,""  Faults None Expenses Windscreen
  #'  "    "" !      LOATHE IT replacement Range 200 miles
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    " #   " $ ! #  The latest fad is starting your EV
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OWN ONE? SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE
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   *" ""  Options Matrix LED headlights £1000,
   $3" Chrome Blue paint £575, Driver Assist Pack
#   *!    * £575, Parking Pack £550, head-up display
 !  $ ) £450, blindspot monitoring £450 Faults None
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 ALPINE A110
We’re discovering the ingenious weight-saving features that make this the car it is
1!"#3""   %
MILEAGE 7311      5$ M
WHY WE ’ R E RU N N I N G IT $3",3     
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The geek-level attention to detail  &  #  # ! E $  $ #  Price £49,990 Price as tested £54,144
that’s gone into its design. $ ,,  , !   ( %1 ( Faults None Expenses None
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 OUR CARS

Renault Mégane E-Tech

MILEAGE 2662 LAST SEEN 15.3.23
The recent cold snap gave the
Mégane a chance to show off a party
trick: I’m not sure I’ve ever had a car
so quick to defrost. Within minutes
it had cleared icy front and rear
screens, and was pumping hot air
into the cabin, front and rear. The
heated seats and wheel are nice,

ORA FUNKY CAT

Is the EV growing on us? Well, that’s a matter of perspective
too, though I’m not sure any of this
helps the range. AC

MILEAGE 2150
WHY WE ’ R E RU N N I N G IT
Ora is one of a number of Chinese EV
brands hoping to make it big in Europe.
Does its first model land on its feet?

      
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>3 3' $3  MILEAGE 4567 LAST SEEN 15.3.23
 5  $#'  '   What’s scarier: ‘1%’ or ‘Chargers closed’? Love ’em or hate ’em, family SUVs
 3# ,"#% have a fundamental appeal: there’s
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  ,3 '    3 $"    #"!   $'  ,  %8   dimensions of a car like the Mach-E.
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/ !    >  '   *=  - '',  0  high enough to look over traffic, big
DH  %-  *   $# A" A! O  $ ' $  #  enough to carry luggage and easy
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 ' $$ ,     $     "E$''  as the clock ticks down on my time
,!    $ #4 '3$        $ "E'  with it, I suspect I’ll miss many of the
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LOVE IT  ""'    MILEAGE 7835 LAST SEEN 15.3.23
PLE A S E D TO S E E M E # ; ,   TEST DATA Having boasted far too much about
I have yet to tire of the protracted $     " ' O R A F U N K Y C AT 4 8 K W H the pleasures of running a yellow car,
happy dance the LED headlights do  " !  Y FIRST EDITION the bad weather and consequent
when the car is unlocked. , $    Price new £31,995 Price as tested £32,790 rural road grime have taught me why
#"   # $$" Faults None Expenses None Range 140 miles canny people go for duller colours.
LOATHE IT   "E, '# Y % Economy 3.1mpkWh Last seen 15.3.23 In grey, a car doesn’t look quite so
N E VE R LOO K BACK   , 3#  bad when dirty. This picture shows
No rear windscreen washer – or '   "  ,  # the Astra one afternoon a few hours
wiper – is a huge oversight on $""" % '   after I’d spent a hard-earned tenner
such an upright rear end.  '  Y   5 
OWN ONE? SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE having it cleaned. Money wasted. SC
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LEXUS ES
It’s no mere dressed-up Toyota Camry, explains Oliver Young
What to buy, where to buy it and how much to pay

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RECALLS H Y B R I D H E A LT H
There have been a couple of recalls Lexus conducts a ‘hybrid health
for the earlier versions of the ES. check’ as part of scheduled servicing,
An electrical connection within the and the warranty includes cover for
motor may cause the brake booster the hybrid battery and components
pump to stop operating. It’s also for up to 10 years or 100,000 miles.
possible that the emergency calling After this time, you can still extend
It has all mod cons,
system hasn’t been activated. Check the cover for up to 15 years with a
most of them even
with your local Lexus dealer. stand-alone scheduled check.
on entry-level trim
 USED CARS

James Ruppert
KICKING TYRES
Sporty, spacious and
stylish: an XF ticks all
the important boxes

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CU LT VOLKSWAGEN T2
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ALL YOU NEED IS LOVE

Love is all you need to overlook the T2’s many faults, says Jack Trethewey
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 USED CARS

H OW TO G ET O N E
IN YOU R GARAG E

An owner’s view
J O N C O N S TA B L E
“Mechanically, T2s are pretty sound.
Bodywork is often expensive to repair
and it’s worth checking for signs of
Also worth knowing
The T2, dubbed ‘the Bay’ for its
excess filler. These are old cars so if bowed windscreen, first appeared
you notice a body panel that looks in 1967 and is the generation
dead straight, there’s a good chance sandwiched between the original
it’s been filled. Original panels were split-screen T1 (from 1950 onwards)
often slightly rippled due to the and the more angular T3 (from 1979),
manufacturing process. If you’re which eventually marked the end of
looking to buy, do your research and the rear-engined, air-cooled bus.
look at as many examples as you can. Replacement parts are easy
It’s worth taking a fridge magnet with to source for T2s. They’re highly
you and running it along the side of desirable vehicles and restoration
the bus to check for excess filler.” projects are becoming more
common. Google is your best friend
here. You can expect to spend about
Buyer beware
G E AR BOX
£200 on a replacement sliding door
with limited rust. Re-upholstering
Check for any sign of oil leaks around old cab seats can cost about £800.
You can lean on it the gearbox, which can point to A front panel replacement is about
but you have more work being carried out on a worn £250. But be wary: bills can pile up
fun if you don’t rear crankshaft seal. The bearings and an exciting restoration can soon
in the gearbox can whine too. Move become a big headache.
the crankshaft pulley forwards and
backwards to gauge movement:
Slow to accelerate
and slow to stop but there shouldn’t be excess play. If
there is, internal bearing wear is
How much to spend
£5 0 0 0 - £9 9 9 9
quick to enchant you
indicated and that could mean a new Reckon on a fair bit of rust around
engine. The accelerator and clutch the sills, arches and footwells. Some
wires commonly stretch and can underside welding may be needed.
even snap. Regular inspection and
preventative maintenance is the £ 1 0 , 0 0 0 - £ 1 9, 9 9 9
best way to avoid this problem. A structurally sound model
with limited cosmetic rust and a
BRAKES reasonable re-upholstered interior.
A T2’s four drum brakes need regular Very few (if any) nasty surprises.
maintenance. They’re nowhere near
as effective as modern drum brakes. £2 0 , 0 0 0 - £2 9, 9 9 9
It’s a big job, but it’s worth servicing Expect very little rust and a ton of
them to see if any of the shoes are service history. The paintwork will
binding or worn. be solid and the interior is likely to
be original or re-upholstered to an
ENGINE excellent standard.
A T2, like any classic car, can be
tricky to start. A common problem is £3 0 , 0 0 0 A N D A B O V E
WHAT WE SAID THEN
moisture gathering in the HT leads. Near-mint models with no rust, an
1 FEBRUARY 1968
This can be sorted by spraying some excellent interior, a well-maintained
“The new 1584cc engine revs much
WD40 where these leads connect engine and a near-full service history.
more freely than before. Performance is
to the coil. If it’s running rough, first For this price, don’t compromise.
much the same to about 50mph, and then
try cheap fixes like resetting the
tails off badly. That excessive noise level
from the air-cooled engine is noticeable on
-   *  $  points and swapping the distributor
the road. It takes a little while to become
,  !" !  cap. Hot days can cause petrol
familiar with the gearchange: the control
5$    !  ,  to evaporate in the fuel pipes – a
feels very loose and springy. The
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clutch is smooth and fairly light.
 $  (3#,  lock: you’ll notice a drop in power
Steering accuracy is good, but
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the van still suffers badly
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in side wind.”
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$$   !  5$    Rust can creep in almost anywhere.
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door sills and footwells. Pay attention
to areas that are exposed to salty
One we found
V O L K S WA G E N T 2 , 1 9 73 ,
<# #'    , !  ' ! %-  roads and liable to gather water. In 8 1 , 0 0 0 M I L E S , £ 17, 9 5 0
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      '!    $   3"$ #  and sills can rust. Watch for it high up, sound with no signs of rust. Fitted
, "  #,   5  #     too, because the roof gutters can be with a brand-new full-length rock
' # #      "   susceptible, as can the areas behind and roll bed. Comes with original
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  "  '"   ' * ! " breaking up and damaged panels. seats. Very clean inside and outside.
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A L FA R O M E O A4 Avant 5dr estate £35,965–£87,795 AAAAC Q3 5dr SUV £32,225–£64,755 AAABC
Between the various figures produced on the Giulia 4dr saloon £43,199–£52,199 AAAAB Classy and demure estate lacks the dynamic sparkle of rivals. Typically refined and competent but feels more like an A3 than an
old-style NEDC, transitional NEDC Correlated Handsome and special dynamically but lacks finesse and comes LxWxH 4725x1842x1434 Kerb weight 1370kg Audi SUV. LxWxH 4388x1831x1608 Kerb weight 1385kg
and new-style WLTP laboratory emissions and as an auto only. LxWxH 4643x1860x1436 Kerb weight 1429kg 2.0 35 TFSI 148 137 9.2 39.8-44.8 143-162 1.5 35 TFSI 148 128-131 9.2-9.6 38.7-42.2 153-166
fuel economy tests, it has become tricky to 2.0 Turbo Petrol 200 197 146 6.6
2.0 40 TFSI 36.2
201 146 7.3 176-184
39.8-43.5 147-162 2.0 40 TFSI quattro 187 136 7.4 31.0-32.5 197-207
2.0 Turbo Petrol 280 276 149 5.7
2.0 45 TFSI quattro 33.6
242 155 6.0 195
33.6-34.4 187-191 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 243 147 5.8 31.0-31.7 195
compare manufacturers’ claimed efficiency 3.0 V6 TFSI RS4 Avant 448 155-180 4.1-3.9 28.1-28.2 220-226 2.0 45 TFSIe 243 130 7.3 141.2 44-45
on the latest new cars. When you see a fuel Tonale 5dr SUV £38,595–£48,495 AAABC 2.0 30 TDI 132 131 9.8 49.6-54.3 137-150 2.5 RS Q3 quattro 396 155 4.5 27.7-28.8 217-227
economy and CO2 figure reference elsewhere, Decent dynamically and reasonable value. However, lacks the appeal 2.0 35 TDI 148 132 9.2 49.6-54.3 137-150 2.0 35 TDI 148 128 9.3 47.9-49.6 150-154
it’s often without explanation. expected from the marque. LxWxH 4528x1841x1601 Kerb weight 1525kg 2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 143-144 7.1 47.9-52.3 144-156 2.0 35 TDI quattro 148 131 9.3 39.2-40.9 133-139
So, to provide as fair and clear a basis for 1.5 MHEV Speciale 5dr Auto 160 132 8.8 49.6 130 3.0 50 TDI Allroad quattro 282 155 5.3 38.2 181 2.0 40 TDI quattro 197 139 7.3 37.7-40.4 173
comparison as possible, you’ll only ever read 1.5 MHEV Ti 5dr Auto 160 132 8.8 49.6 130 3.0 S4 TDI quattro 342 155 4.7 39.2-39.8 181-193
1.5 MHEV Veloce 5dr Auto 160 132 8.8 49.6 130 Q3 Sportback 5dr SUV £35,025–£65,905 AAABC
WLTP combined fuel economy and CO2 figures A5 2dr coupé £40,545–£91,750 AAAAC A more sporting take on the compact SUV, with similarly stable
in Autocar’s first drive reviews, features and Stelvio 5dr SUV £47,295–£58,595 AAAAB Refreshed coupé gets a sharper look and a refreshed interior. Still handling. LxWxH 4500x1856x1567 Kerb weight 1460kg
comparison tests – and on these data pages. Alfa’s second SUV is a solid effort. Choosing the petrol version mundane to drive. LxWxH 4673x1846x1371 Kerb weight 1390kg 1.5 35 TFSI 148 126 9.6 39.2-41.5 153-166
Those are the aggregated results of four lab gives it charisma. LxWxH 4687x1903x1671 Kerb weight 1604kg 2.0 35 TFSI 148 140 8.9 41.5-45.6 141-154 2.0 40 TFSI quattro 187 136 7.4 30.7-32.1 197-207
tests carried out across as many different 2.2 Turbo Diesel 190 187 130 7.6 45.6 156 2.0 40 TFSI 201 150 7.1 41.5-47.1 141-154 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 243 147 5.8 32.5-32.8 195
cruising speed ranges – although they’re 2.2 Turbo Diesel 210 Q4 AWD 207 134 6.6 42.8 162 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 4.8 34.9-38.8 180-184 2.0 45 TFSIe 243 130 7.3 141.2 44-45
2.0 Turbo 200 Q4 AWD 197 134 7.2 30.1 195 2.9 V6 TFSI RS5 quattro 448 174 3.9 29.1 220 2.5 RS Q3 quattro 396 155 4.5 27.7-28.5 223-231
sometimes expressed as a range rather than as 2.0 Turbo 280 Q4 AWD 276 143 5.7 30.4 195 2.0 35 TDI 163 162 8.2 51.4-55.4 133-144 2.0 35 TDI 148 126 9.3 48.7-51.4 14552
one specific figure to show the different results 2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 146 6.9 50.4-54.3 135-146 2.0 35 TDI quattro 148 131 9.3 40.4-44.8 133-139
recorded by the heaviest and lightest available ALPINE 3.0 V6 S5 TDI quattro 339 155 4.6 39.2-40.4 184-188 2.0 40 TDI quattro 197 139 7.3 38.2-39.8 173
examples of the car in question (depending on A110 2dr coupé £49,990–£129,440 AAAAA
optional equipment). A much, much greater car and achievement than the sum of its A5 Sportback 5dr coupé £40,545–£91,750 AAAAC Q4 E-tron 5dr SUV £49,930–£62,505 AAABC
In road tests, you’ll also see our own parts suggests. LxWxH 4180x1980x1252 Kerb weight 1080kg Refined, good-looking four-door coupé is sadly short on charm and Practical, pleasant and efficient – if not quite a superior premium
1.8 Turbo 248 155 4.5 42.2 152 finesse. LxWxH 4733x1843x1386 Kerb weight 1425kg product. LxWxH 4588x2108x1632 Kerb weight 1890kg
independently produced real-world fuel 1.8 Turbo S 288 162 4.4
2.0 35 TFSI 148 139 41.5
9.1 153
40.9-44.8 144-158 35 125k 168 99 9.0 201 0
economy test results for comparison with the 1.8 Turbo R 288 177 3.9
2.0 40 TFSI 201 150 41.5
7.2 154
40.9-44.8 143-158 40 150kW 201 99 8.5 307 0
lab test claims. We produce an average, track 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 5.6 34.4-35.3 183-187 50 quattro 220kW 296 111 6.2 298 0
and touring figure for each car we test, as often ARIEL 2.9 V6 TFSI RS5 quattro 448 174 3.9 28.5-28.8 222-224
as possible on a brim-to-brim test basis. Atom 0dr open £40,669 AAAAB 2.0 35 TDI 148 135 8.4 50.4-54.3 135-147 Q4 E-tron Sportback 5dr SUV £51,430–£64,005 AAABC
While ‘average’ represents the overall Simple, purist concept remains but everything else has changed… 2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 146 7.6 49.6-54.3 137-149 Fastback variant of Audi’s mainstream electric SUV is agile and
for the better. LxWxH 3520x1880x1122 Kerb weight 595kg 3.0 S5 TDI quattro 345 155 4.6 39.8-40.4 183-187 terrifically refined. LxWxH 4588x2108x1614 Kerb weight 1895kg
economy returned by a new car over a full road 2.0 turbo 320 162 2.8 na na 35 125kW 168 99 9.0 211 0
test and ‘track’ is relevant only to intensive A6 4dr saloon £40,905–£81,340 AAAAC 40 150kW 201 99 8.5 318 0
performance testing (the length and conditions Nomad 0dr open £37,549 AAAAA Supremely well constructed but a bit soulless to drive. A smart 50 quattro 220kW 296 111 6.2 302 0
of which can vary slightly), ‘touring’ gives Well inside the top 10 list of our favourite cars. A revelation and a office on wheels. LxWxH 4939x1886x1457 Kerb weight 1645kg
the best guide of the kind of economy you riot to drive. LxWxH 3215x1850x1425 Kerb weight 670kg 2.0 40 TFSI 201 152 7.3 37.7-39.2 163-171 Q5 5dr SUV £47,795–£75,395 AAAAC
might see from a car at a steady 70mph 2.4 K24 i-VTEC 235 125 3.4
2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 na 6.0 na
35.3-37.2 172-182 Appealing combination of Audi allure, affordable SUV practicality
2.0 50 TFSIe quattro 299 155 6.2 217.3 31 and attractiveness. LxWxH 4663x1893x1659 Kerb weight 1720kg
motorway cruise. ASTON MARTIN 3.0 55 TFSI quattro 335 155 5.1 32.8-34.9 184-196 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 147 6.4 31.0-33.6 191-206
We do real-world efficiency and range Vantage 2dr coupé/2dr open £133,920–£165,420 AAAAB 2.0 40 TDI 201 152 8.1 47.9-51.4 145-155 2.0 50 TFSIe quattro 249 148 6.1 128.4 49
testing on electric cars, too, expressing the The faster, cleverer, more hardcore entry-level Aston tops its 2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 153 7.6 45.6-47.9 155-163 2.0 40 TDI quattro 187 136 8.1 41.5-44.8 165-179
former in terms of miles per kilowatt hour, class. LxWxH 4465x1942x1273 Kerb weight 1630kg 3.0 50 TDI quattro 282 155 5.5 38.7-40.4 183-191 3.0 SQ5 TDI quattro 344 155 5.1 32.8-34.4 216-224
as manufacturers do increasingly widely 4.0 V8 510 190-195 3.6-3.8 25.7 264 3.0 S6 TDI quattro 344 155 5.0 36.2 203-205
by convention. 4.0 V8 F1 Edition 535 195 3.6 24.3 264 Q5 Sportback 5dr SUV £50,245–£77,845 AAABC
A6 Avant 5dr estate £43,055–£116,624 AAAAC Reduced accommodation and practicality, but still a refined and
DB11 2dr coupé/2dr open £166,070–£180,420 AAAAA A capable and high-tech throwback that’s a timely reminder of solid steer. LxWxH 4689x1893x1660 Kerb weight 2010-2150kg
S TA R R AT I N G S E X P L A I N E D
The stunning replacement for the already seductive DB9 is tyre- what Audi does best. LxWxH 4939x1886x1467 Kerb weight 1710kg 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 263 149 6.1 31.7-33.6 192-202
shreddingly good. LxWxH 4739x2060x1279 Kerb weight 1875kg 2.0 40 TFSI 201 149 7.5 36.2-38.2 168-178 2.0 50 TFSIe quattro 297 148 6.1 176.6-188.3 36-38
CCCCC Inherently dangerous/unsafe. Tragically, 4.0 V8 528 192 4.0
2.0 45 TFSI quattro 25.1
242 155 6.2 254
34-36.2 177-189 2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 137 7.6 42.2-44.8 166-176
irredeemably flawed. 5.2 V12 AMR 630 208 3.7
2.0 50 TFSIe quattro 21.1
294 155 6.2 217.3 303 31 3.0 SQ5 TDI quattro 336 155 5.1 33.2-34.4 216-222
BCCCC Appalling. Massively significant failings. 4.0 RS6 quattro 596 155-174 3.6 21.9-22.6 283-294
ACCCC Very poor. Fails to meet any accepted DBS 2dr coupé/open £259,420–£279,920 AAAAA 2.0 40 TDI 201 149 8.3 45.6-49.6 150-162 Q7 5dr SUV £60,820–£100,840 AAAAC
Effortlessly fast, intoxicating to drive: the big Aston is better than 2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 150 7.6 44.1-46.3 159-167 Unengaging to drive and light on feel, but the cabin is both huge
class boundaries. ever. LxWxH 4712x2146x1280 Kerb weight 1693kg 3.0 S6 TDI quattro 344 155 5.1 35.3 209 and classy. LxWxH 5052x1968x1740 Kerb weight 2060kg
ABCCC Poor. Within acceptable class 5.2 V12 715 211 3.4 20.9 306 3.0 V6 55 TFSI quattro 338 155 5.9 25.4-27.4 233-253
boundaries in a few areas. Still not A7 Sportback 5dr coupé £55,115–£133,705 AAABC 3.0 V6 55 TFSIe quattro 376 149 5.9 108.6-113 56-58
recommendable. DBX 5dr SUV £168,420–£192,420 AAAAB Easy on the eye and to live with, but let down by stolid dynamics. 4.0 SQ7 quattro 500 155 4.1 29.4-30.1 232
Doesn’t try to be the biggest, fastest SUV, and may be all the more LxWxH 4969x1908x1422 Kerb weight 1880kg 3.0 V6 45 TDI quattro 228 142 7.3 32.1-34.0 217-230
AACCC Off the pace. Below average in nearly appealing for it. LxWxH 5039x1998x1680 Kerb weight 2245kg 2.0 45 TFSI quattro
35.3-36.2 177-183 242 155 6.2 3.0 V6 50 TDI quattro 282 150 6.5 32.1-34.0 217-230
all areas. 4.0 V8 550 181 4.5 19.8 323
2.0 50 TFSIe quattro
134.5-141.2 46-47 294 155 6.3
AABCC Acceptable. About average in key areas, 4.0 V8 DBX 707 697 193 3.3 19.9 323
4.0 RS7 quattro
22.2-23.0 280-287 Q8 5dr SUV £71,635–£129,965 596 155-174 AAAAC 3.6
but disappoints. 47.9-49.6 150-156 Striking and effective coupé-SUV range-topper leaves us wanting
2.0 40 TDI 201 152 8.3
AU D I 45.6-47.1 158-163 more. LxWxH 4986x1995x1705 Kerb weight 2145kg
2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 155 7.0
AAACC Competent. Above average in some A1 Sportback 5dr hatch £20,665–£28,900 AAABC 3.0 S7 TDI quattro
35.3-35.8 205-208 3.0 V6 55 TFSI quattro 344
335 155 5.9155 25.9-26.4 243-248 5.1
areas, average in others. Outstanding Quite pricey, but a rounded car with plenty of rational appeal. 3.0 V6 55 TFSIe quattro 381 149 5.8 94.2 67-68
in none. LxWxH 4029x1746x1418 Kerb weight 1105kg A8 4dr saloon £76,135–£118,830 AAAAC 3.0 V6 60 TFSIe quattro 462 149 5.4 94.2-97.4 66-68
AAABC Good. Competitive in key areas. 1.0 25 TFSI 94 118 10.8 48.7-50.4 128-133 Technical tour de force benefits from Audi’s knack of making very 4.0 SQ8 quattro 503 155 4.1 31.0-31.7 234-239
1.0 30 TFSI 114 126 9.5 46.3-51.4 124-139 good limousines. LxWxH 5172x1945x1473 Kerb weight 1920kg 4.0 V8 RS Q8 quattro 592 155 3.8 20.2-20.5 314-318
AAAAC Very good. Very competitive in key 1.5 35 TFSI 148 137 7.7 44.1-44.8 142-145 3.0 55 TFSI quattro 335 155 5.6 28.2-29.4 206-212 3.0 V6 50 TDI quattro 282 150 6.1 32.8-33.2 222-226
areas, competitive in secondary 3.0 55 TFSI quattro LWB 335 155 5.7 28.2-29.1 219-228
respects. A3 Sportback 5dr hatch £26,045–£48,455 AAAAC 3.0 60 TFSIe quattro 449 155 4.9 100.9-113.0 57-64 Q8 E-tron 5dr SUV £67,800–£114,500 AAAAB
AAAAB Excellent. Near class-leading in key Bolder design and improved dynamics make the A3 stand out more 3.0 50 TDI quattro 282 155 5.9 38.7-40.9 180-192 A rounded, uber-luxurious addition to the premium EV niche.
than ever. LxWxH 4343x1816x1425 Kerb weight 1220kg 3.0 50 TDI quattro LWB 282 155 5.9 38.2-40.4 182-193 LxWxH 4901x1935x1629 Kerb weight 2490kg
areas and in some ways outstanding. 1.0 30 TFSI 108 127 10.6 48.7-51.4 125-132 50 quattro 95kWh 335 124 6.8 190 0
AAAAA Brilliant, unsurpassed. All but flawless. 1.5 35 TFSI 148 139 8.7 46.3-50.4 128-138 E-tron GT 4dr saloon £84,000–£137,390 AAAAB 55 quattro 114kWh 408 124 5.6 237 0
2.0 40 TFSI quattro 201 150 6.9 38.7-40.4 159-166 Combines striking looks with a high-class interior and never feels SQ8 quattro 114kWh 503 130 4.5 223 0
2.0 40 TFSIe 201 141 7.6 235.4 29 short of pace. LxWxH 4989x2158x1396 Kerb weight 2276kg
ABARTH 2.0 45 TFSIe 242 144 6.8 235.4 29 quattro 93kWh 528 152 4.1 296 0 Q8 E-tron Sportback 5dr SUV £70,300–£117,000 AAAAB
595 3dr hatch/2dr open £23,165–£27,315 AAABC 2.0 S3 quattro 308 155 4.8 34.4-34.9 183-186 RS quattro 93kWh 637 155 3.3 283 0 Quick and classy EV builds on the solid foundations of its more
The Fiat 500’s Abarth makeover makes it a true pocket rocket. 2.0 30 TDI 113 128 10.1 61.4-64.2 115-122 upright sibling. LxWxH 4901x1935x1616 Kerb weight 2480kg
LxWxH 3657x1627x1485 Kerb weight 1070kg 2.0 35 TDI 148 142 8.3 56.5-62.8 112-130 Q2 5dr SUV £25,580–£48,175 AAAAC 50 quattro 95kWH 335 118 6.0 192 0
1.4 T-jet 145 143 130 7.8 38.7-39.2 155 2.0 40 TDI quattro 198 151 6.8 47.9-50.4 148-155 Audi’s smallest SUV is a decent stepping stone from the A3 to the 55 quattro 114kWh 403 124 5.6 242 0
1.4 T-jet 165 162 135 7.3 37.7-38.2 155 Q range. LxWxH 4191x1794x1508 Kerb weight 1205kg SQ8 quattro 114kWh 503 130 4.5 224 0
1.4 T-jet 180 Competizione 177 140 6.9 36.7 156 A3 Saloon 4dr saloon £28,010–£49,020 AAAAC 1.0 30 TFSI 108 122 11.2 44.8-47.1 135-143
1.4 T-jet 180 Esseesse 177 140 6.7 36.7 160 Undercuts the case to own an A4. Upmarket interior and good to 1.5 35 TFSI 148 131 8.6 42.2-44.8 142-151 TT 2dr coupé £35,415–£87,650 AAAAC
drive. LxWxH 4495x1984x1425 Kerb weight 1225kg 2.0 SQ2 TFSI 298 155 4.9 32.8-33.2 192-195 Still serves up plenty of pace, style and usability for the money. It’s
695 3dr hatch/2dr open £25,665–£32,015 AAABC 1.0 30 TFSI 108 130 10.6 50.4-51.4 124-128 better to drive, too. LxWxH 4191x1966x1376 Kerb weight 1365kg
A convincing track-day 500 with decent dynamic ability, but overly 1.5 35 TFSI 148 144 8.7 47.9-50.4 127-134 2.0 40 TFSI 194 155 6.6 40.4-41.5 154-158
firm ride spoils it. LxWxH 3657x1627x1485 Kerb weight 1045kg 2.0 40 TFSI quattro 201 154 7.0 39.2-40.9 157-165 2.0 45 TFSI 242 155 5.8-5.9 38.7-39.2 162-167
1.4 T-jet 180 Esseesse 177 140 6.7 36.2-36.7 156 2.0 S3 quattro 308 155 4.8 35.3-36.2 178-181 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 5.2 34.9-35.8 180-184
2.0 30 TDI 116 130 10.1 62.8-64.2 114-119 2.0 50 TFSI quattro TTS 302 155 4.5 34.9-35.3 180-183
AC 2.0 35 TDI 148 142 8.3 58.9-67.3 111-127 2.5 TT RS quattro 395 155 3.7 30.7 208-210
Cobra 2dr open £89,500–£145,000 AAAAC 2.0 40 TDI quattro 198 155 6.8 48.7-51.4 145-152
Can’t match modern supercars but is pure driving indulgence. TT Roadster 2dr open £37,165–£72,050 AAAAC
LxWxH 3657x1627x1485 Kerb weight 1100kg A4 4dr saloon £34,565–£59,830 AAAAC Plenty of pace and driver reward, along with prestige and design-
140 Charter Edition 350 na 6.0 na na High quality and competent but leaves the dynamic finesse to its icon style. LxWxH 4191x1966x1355 Kerb weight 1455kg
378 Superblower 650 155 4.1 na na rivals. LxWxH 4726x1842x1427 Kerb weight 1320kg 2.0 40 TFSI 194 155 6.9 39.2-40.4 159-163
Series 1 Electric 650 308 6.7 150 0 2.0 35 TFSI 148 140 8.6 40.9-46.3 141-155 2.0 45 TFSI 242 155 6.0-6.1 37.2-38.2 168-172
2.0 40 TFSI 201 155 7.3 40.9-44.8 143-156 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 5.5 33.6-34.4 185-190
2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 5.6 34.9-35.3 181-184 2.0 50 TFSI quattro TTS 302 155 4.8 34.0-34.4 185-188
2.0 30 TDI 132 133 9.5 50.4-55.4 133-146 2.5 TT RS quattro 395 155 3.9 29.7-30.1 214-215
2.0 35 TDI 148 142 8.9 50.4-55.4 133-146
2.0 40 TDI quattro 187 146 7.4 50.4-54.3 137-148
3.0 S4 TDI 341 155 4.6 40.4-40.9 185-187

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R8 2dr coupé £134,805–£170,910 AAAAC iX3 5dr SUV £64,165–£67,165 AAAAC CITROEN
Usable but no less involving or dramatic for it. V10 is deliciously All-electric SUV is brisk, agile, versatile and competitive with its Ami 2dr quadricycle £7695–£8695
brutal. LxWxH 4426x1940x1240 Kerb weight 1590kg closest rivals. LxWxH 4584x1852x1640 Kerb weight 2185kg Incredibly slow and basic but full of character and will perfectly
5.2 V10 RWD 538 201 3.7 22.2 288 80kWh 282 112 6.8 286 0 suit some use cases. LxWxH 2410x1390x1520 Kerb weight 471kg
5.2 V10 quattro 567 201 3.4 21.9 294 6kW 5.5kWh 8 28 na 43 0
5.2 V10 Performance q’tro 610 205 3.1 21.7 295-296 X4 5dr SUV £52,395–£92,555 AAABC
Downsized X6 is respectable enough if not lovable, but the X3 is a C3 5dr hatchback £13,995–£22,790 AAABC
R8 Spyder 2dr open £144,195–£180,260 AAAAC better option. LxWxH 4671x1881x1624 Kerb weight 1735kg Funky, fresh look gives a lease of life, shame that underneath isn’t
Taking the roof off the R8 enhances the drama tenfold. xDrive M40i 336 155 4.9 31.7 203 the same. LxWxH 3996x1749x1474 Kerb weight 976kg
LxWxH 4426x1940x1245 Kerb weight 1680kg X4M Competiton 503 155 4.1 24.8 259 1.2 PureTech 82 79 107 12.8 51.3 130-131
5.2 V10 RWD 538 200 3.8 20.9 307 xDrive20d 187 131 8.0 47.1-47.9 161-165 1.2 PureTech 110 107 117 9.3 52.3 129-131
5.2 V10 quattro 567 200 3.5 20.5 313 xDrive30d 254 145 5.8 45.6-46.3 159-163 1.5 BlueHDi 100 96 115 10.6 67.0 117-118
5.2 V10 Performance q’tro 610 204 3.2 20.3 315 xDrive M40d 322 155 4.9 43.5 169
C3 Aircross 5dr hatchback £20,745–£26,065 AAABC
BAC M4 xDrive Competiton 503 155 3.5 28.2 227 X5 5dr SUV £65,140–£121,290 AAAAC Funky-looking C3 gets a jacked-up, rugged SUV look.
Mono 0dr open £165,125 AAAAB M4 CSL 543 191 3.7 28.5 224 More capable, convenient, refined and classy SUV that’s a more LxWxH 4155x1765x1637 Kerb weight 1088kg
An F-22 Raptor for the road, only significantly better built. satisfying drive. LxWxH 4922x2004x1745 Kerb weight 2110kg 1.2 PureTech 110 107 115 11.3 51.5 141-143
LxWxH 3952x1836x1110 Kerb weight 580kg AAAAC xDrive40i 4 Series Convertible 2dr open £48,100–£87,540
335 155 5.5 27.7-28.2 227-231 1.2 PureTech 130 127 124 10.4 47.3 150
2.5 VVT 305 170 2.8 na na Fabric-roofed grand tourer has just as much talent as its coupé
xDrive45e 282 155 5.6 188.3-235.4 31 1.5 BlueHDi 100 96 109 12.8 62.7 126-128
sibling. LxWxH 4768x2081x1384 Kerb weight 1715kg
xDrive M50i 523 155 4.3 27.3 276
BENTLEY 420i 181 147 8.2 40.4-41.5 154-159 X5M Competition 623 155 3.8 22.1 304 C4 5dr hatchback £22,060–£35,495 AAACC
Continental GT 2dr coupé £201,020–£260,120 AAAAC 430i 242 155 6.2 38.7-40.4 160-165 xDrive30d 261 130 6.8 41.5-42.2 175-179 Interesting to look at but soft and unrewarding to drive. Electric
Refined and improved in every area, making the Conti a superb M440i xDrive 371 155 4.9 35.3 182 xDrive40d 340 152 5.5 38.7-39.2 192-196 ë-C4 is better. LxWxH 4355x1800x1525 Kerb weight 1247kg
grand tourer. LxWxH 4850x1966x1405 Kerb weight 2244kg M4 xDrive Competition 503 155 3.7 27.7 231 1.2 PureTech 99 114 11.3 54.8 116
4.0 V8 542 198 4.0 23.9 268 X6 5dr SUV £68,680–£123,990 AAABC 1.2 PureTech 130 128 130 8.9-9.4 50.2-54.7 117-127
6.0 W12 Speed 626 207 3.6 20.8 308 4 Series Gran Coupé 4dr coupé £43,890–£58,480 AAAAC The world’s first off-road coupé, but appearances make it difficult 1.2 PureTech 155 153 129 8.5 48.8 131
The same impressive package we love from the 3 Series, with to love. LxWxH 4909x1989x1702 Kerb weight 2065kg 1.5 BlueHDi 108 120 10.9 68.7-69.1 114-115
Continental GTC 2dr open £220,720–£285,920 AAAAB added style. LxWxH 4783x2073x1442 Kerb weight 1825kg xDrive40i 338 155 5.5 28.0-28.5 225-230 1.5 BlueHDi 130 129 128 9.5 64.5-64.9 114-115
Immensely capable and refined open-top cruiser with effortless 420i 181 146 7.9 41.5 154 xDrive M50i 523 155 4.3 23.5 272 ë-C4 50kWh 134 93 9.7 227 0
performance. LxWxH 4850x2187x1399 Kerb weight 2414kg 430i 242 155 6.2 39.8 160-161 X6 M Competition 623 155 3.8 22.4 287
4.0 V8 542 198 4.1 23.3 275 M440i xDrive 371 155 4.7 35.3 182 xDrive30d 254 143 6.7 42.2-42.8 172-176 C5 Aircross 5dr SUV £26,930–£38,275 AAABC
6.0 W12 Speed 626 207 3.7 20.2 336 xDrive40d 340 154 5.5 38.7-39.8 187-191 Smooth-riding SUV has an easy-going nature, but not the most
i4 4dr saloon £56,185–£69,040 AAAAC dynamic. LxWxH 4500x1859x1670 Kerb weight 1530kg
Flying Spur 4dr saloon £170,720–£204,420 AAAAB Fast, refined and with lots of traditional appeal to convert iX 5dr SUV £69,905–£119,225 AAAAC 1.2 PureTech 130 128 117 10.5 44.2 149-151
New from the ground up, with the looks and technology of a class sceptics. LxWxH 4783x1852x1448 Kerb weight 2215kg Comfort-conscious yet strong and athletic. A bold new flagship for 1.6 PureTech 225 PHEV 223 140 8.7 184.0 50
winner. LxWxH 5316x1879x1483 Kerb weight 2437kg eDrive40 338 118 5.7 352-365 0 BMW’s EV family. LxWxH 4953x2230x1696 Kerb weight 2510kg 1.5 BlueHDI 130 129 117 10.4 57.3 138-139
3.0 V6 Hybrid 536 177 4.3 na na M50 542 140 3.9 318 0 xDrive40 326 124 6.1 256 0
4.0 V8 548 198 4.1 22.2 288 xDrive50 523 124 4.6 375 0 C5 X 5dr SUV £27,790–£38,375 AAAAC
6.0 W12 632 207 3.8 19.1 337 5 Series 4dr saloon £42,580–£109,615 AAAAB M60 623 155 3.8 346 0 An unconventional take on the conventional that brings comfort to
The perfect compromise between the comfy E-Class and dynamic the fore. LxWxH 4805x1865x1485 Kerb weight 1418kg
Bentayga 5dr SUV £155,665–£213,720 AAAAB XF, and then some. LxWxH 4936x2126x1479 Kerb weight 1530kg X7 5dr SUV £84,975–£108,935 AAAAC 1.2 PureTech 107 108 11.5 45.8 136
Crewe’s first attempt at an SUV remains ahead of most luxury 520i 181 146 7.8 44.8-45.6 142-145 BMW’s largest SUV yet crowns the line-up, but faces strong 1.5 HDI 99 109 14.1-14.9 57.4 135
rivals. LxWxH 5140x1998x1742 Kerb weight 2505kg 530e 288 146 5.9 117.7-128.4 32-43 competition. LxWxH 5151x2000x1805 Kerb weight 2395kg 1.5 HDI 127 114 11 54.2 142
3.0 V6 Hybrid 448 158 5.5 83.1 82 530e xDrive 288 146 5.9 134-166 38-48 xDrive40i 338 155 6.1 28.7 249-250
4.0 V8 542 171 4.5 21.7 302 545e xDrive 394 155 3.8 128-134 49-51 xDrive M50i 523 155 4.7 22.1 283-291 Berlingo 5dr MPV £24,005–£29,065 AAAAB
M550i xDrive 528 155 3.8 25.9 247 xDrive40d 340 152 6.1 36.2 203-204 Boxy, quirky van-based car returns to top form in its third iteration
BMW M5 Competition 616 155 3.3 25.4 252 in two decades. LxWxH 4403x2107x1844 Kerb weight 1540kg
1 Series 5dr hatch £27,825–£36,810 AAAAB 520d 187 147 7.5 57.6-58.9 126-129 Z4 2dr coupé £43,795–£55,570 AAAAC 1.2 PureTech 130 128 130 10.4 48.6 136
May not drive like a traditional BMW but delivers on upmarket hatch 520d xDrive 187 144 7.6 54.3-55.4 132-135 Better to drive than ever but makes a better open-top cruiser than 1.6 PureTech 180 181 143 8.1 43.9 147
values. LxWxH 4319x1799x1434 Kerb weight 1365kg 530d xDrive 261 155 5.4 51.4-52.3 143-145 a true sports car. LxWxH 4689x1942x1293 Kerb weight 1485kg 1.6 PureTech 225 PHEV 223 145 7.8 186-236 30-34
118i 138 132 8.5 46.3-47.1 130-134 sDrive20i 195 155 6.6 39.8-40.4 160-161
128ti 261 155 6.1 40.9 157 5 Series Touring 5dr estate £45,185–£61,055 AAAAB sDrive30i 255 155 5.4 39.8 161-162 ë-Berlingo 5dr MPV £32,315–£35,035 AAACC
M135i xDrive 302 155 4.8 36.2 177 The excellent 5 Series made in more practical form. The 520d is sDrive M40i 338 155 4.6 35.8 181 New electric version of venerable people carrier is suddenly the
116d 114 124 10.1-10.3 60.1-62.8 119-123 still the best. LxWxH 4942x2126x1498 Kerb weight 1630kg only one available. LxWxH 4403x1921x1849 Kerb weight 2440kg
118d 148 134 8.4-8.5 58.9-60.1 123-127 520i 181 139 8.2 40.4-42.2 152-160 BMW ALPINA 50kWh 136 84 9.0 182 0
120d 187 144 7.3 55.4-57.6 129-133 530e 292 140 6.1 156.9-176.6 35-40 B3/D3 4dr saloon/5dr estate £63,500–£79,000 AAAAA
530e xDrive 292 140 6.1 134.5-156.9 42-47 Buchloe’s take on 3 Series makes a case for being all the car you CUPRA
2 Series 2dr coupé £36,710–£64,315 AAAAB 540i xDrive 335 155 5.1 34.9-35.8 179-185 could ever need. LxWxH 4620x1811x1430 Kerb weight 1865kg Born 5dr hatch £36,475–£41,975 AAABC
Takes everything positive about its predecessor and refines it 520d 187 147 7.8 52.3-55.4 134-142 3.0 BiTurbo 488 187 3.7 25.9 229 Electric hot hatch shows promise and annoyance in equal
further. LxWxH 4537x2068x1390 Kerb weight 1490kg 520d xDrive 187 144 7.9 49.6-52.3 140-148 3.0 D3S 355 168-170 4.6-4.8 37.2 182 measure. LxWxH 4322x1809x1540 Kerb weight 1736kg
220i 184 147 7.5 44.1 145 530d xDrive 261 155 5.6 46.3-47.9 160 58kWh 201 99 7.3 262-263 0
230i 242 155 5.9 42.8 151 B4/D4 4dr saloon/5dr estate £65,700–£79,890 77kWh 226 99 6.6–7 339 0
M240i xDrive 374 155 4.3 34.4 186 7 Series 4dr saloon £102,305–£117,555 AAAAC 4 series shell combines the B3’s engine to make a very compelling
M2 454 155 4.3 29.1 220 New mild-hybrid flagship saloon is better in every way than its package. LxWxH 4794x2068x1438 Kerb weight 1890kg Leon 5dr hatch £29,515–£40,485 AAABC
220d 188 147 6.9 60.1 122 predecessor. LxWxH 5098x1902x1478 Kerb weight 1755kg 3.0 BiTurbo 488 187 3.7 25.9 229 PHEV makes for a confused take on the hot hatch. ICE versions are
750e xDrive 482 155 4.8 53.4 na 3.0 D4S 355 168-170 4.8 na 182 more enjoyable. LxWxH 4398x1799x1467 Kerb weight 1596kg
2 Series Gran Coupé 4dr saloon £29,890–£42,300 AAACC M760e xDrive 563 155 4.3 na na 1.5 TSI 148 133 8.9 47.9 134
Blends 1 Series platform with rakish looks, but lacks the coupé’s B5/D5 4dr saloon/5dr estate £66,275–£99,900 AAAAC 1.4 eHybrid 241 140 6.7 217.3 30-32
driver appeal. LxWxH 4526x1800x1420 Kerb weight 1350kg i7 4dr saloon £110,545–£137,230 Is it the best alternative to an M5? Yes, at least from a practicality 2.0 TSI 242 155 6.4 39.2 162-163
218i 138 134 8.7 46.3-47.1 136-138 Tech-laden luxury saloon arrives as new flagship with class- viewpoint. LxWxH 4956x1868x1466 Kerb weight 2015kg 2.0 TSI 300 298 155 5.7 37.2 171-172
220i 178 148 7.1 46.3-47.1 136-139 leading comfort. LxWxH 5391x1950x1544 Kerb weight 2715kg 4.4 V8 BiTurbo 599 200-205 3.4-4.6 23.5 263
M235i xDrive 302 155 4.9 37.2 172 xDrive60 526 149 4.7 na na 3.0 D5S 347 171 4.8 42.2 199 Leon Estate 5dr estate £30,875–£43,595 AAAAC
218d 148 138 8.6 58.9-60.1 123-125 More practical version of the most potent Leon blows as hot and
220d 188 148 7.5 56.5-57.6 129-131 8 Series 2dr coupé/2dr open £81,160–£135,755 AAAAC B7 4dr saloon £126,000 AAAAC cold as the hatch. LxWxH 4657x1799x1463 Kerb weight na
Has dynamism to spare but not quite the breadth of ability of the A 7 Series with a power boost gives BMW a worthy challenger to 1,5 TSI 148 134 9.2 47.1 136
2 Series Active Tourer 5dr hatch £32,135–£44,265 AAAAC best sporting GTs. LxWxH 4843x1902x1341 Kerb weight 1830kg the AMG S-Classes. LxWxH 5250x1902x1491 Kerb weight 2060kg 1.4 eHybrid 241 140 7 201.8 31-34
Proves there’s still a place for the MPV in this SUV-led world. 840i 335 155 5.0 33.2-33.6 193-194 4.4 V8 BiTurbo 599 205 3.6 24.4 264 2.0 TSI 310 306 155 4.9 32.8-34.4 186
LxWxH 4354x1800x1555 Kerb weight 1545kg M850i xDrive 523 155 3.7 24.8-25.2 255-260
220i 154 137 8.1 47.1-47.9 135-137 M8 Competition 623 155 3.2-3.3 25.2-25.4 252-254 B8 Gran Coupé 4dr saloon £136,500 AAAAC Ateca 5dr hatch £41,380–£47,015 AAABC
223i 201 150 7.0 45.6-46.3 138-140 Superbly rounded, but lacking some of the dynamism implied by its First model from Seat’s stand-alone performance brand has decent
225e xDrive 241 121 6.7 na na 8 Series Gran Coupé 4dr saloon £78,660–£133,255 AAAAC looks. LxWxH 5090x1930x1430 Kerb weight 2140kg pace and precision. LxWxH 4376x1841x1615 Kerb weight 1615kg
230e xDrive 321 127 5.5 na na Four-door grand tourer offers greater practicality than its two-door 4.4 V8 BiTurbo 621 201 3.4 25.4 270 2.0 TSI 300 296 153 5.2 32.5 197
218d 148 137 8.8 57.6-58.9 127-129 siblings. LxWxH 5072x1932x1397 Kerb weight 1800kg
840i 335 155 5.2 33.2 194 XD3 5dr SUV £70,075 AAAAC Formentor 5dr SUV £30,205–£46,210 AAAAC
3 Series 4dr saloon £38,990–£82,665 AAAAA M850i xDrive 523 155 3.9 24.6 260 Pleasant BMW SUV impressively enhanced with the usual Alpina Bespoke-to-Cupra SUV delivers a well-rounded, sure-footed and
Latest 3 Series has a growth spurt, but size is no obstacle for an M8 Competition 623 155 3.2 25.4 254 toolkit. LxWxH 4732x1897x2015 Kerb weight 2015kg rewarding drive. LxWxH 4450x1839x1511 Kerb weight 1569kg
engaging drive. LxWxH 4709x1827x1442 Kerb weight 1450kg 3.0 BiTurbo 330 158 4.9
1.5 TSI 150 31.4 173 148 127 8.9 43.5-44.8 143-148
320i 181 146 7.1 44.1 144-146 X1 5dr SUV £33,775–£46,050 AAAAC 2.0 TSI 190 188 137 7.1 36.2-37.7 171-176
320i xDrive 181 142 7.6 41.5-42.2 153-154 Pick of the premium bunch and very spacious, but expensive and XB7 5dr SUV £137,000 AAAAC 1.4 eHybrid 204 201 127 7.8 201.8-235 33-37
330i 254 155 5.8 40.9-42.8 150-156 not that small LxWxH 4500x1845x1642 Kerb weight 1655kg Huge power and impressive luxury credentials, but can’t justify the 1.4 eHybrid 245 242 130 7.0 176.6-188 33-35
330e 288 143 5.9 188.3-201.8 37-38 sDrive20i 189 138 7.4 40.9 156-157 hefty price jump. LxWxH 5151x2218x1797 Kerb weight 2655kg 2.0 TSI 310 310 155 4.9 32.8-33.2 193-194
330e xDrive 288 143 5.9 na na xDrive20i 189 na 7.7 38.2-38.7 166-167 4.4 V8 BiTurbo 621 180 4.2 23.5 274
M340i xDrive 369 155 4.4 34.9 185 xDrive23i 201 145 7.4 41.5 153 DACIA
M3 Competition 503 155 3.9 28.8 223 xDrive 25e 220 118 6.8 na na C AT E R H A M Sandero 5dr hatch £12,595–£14,495 AAAAC
M3 xDrive Competition 503 155 3.5 28.2 228 xDrive 30e 321 127 5.6 na na Seven 2dr open £24,490–£54,990 AAAAB Still as cheap, remarkably likeable and usable as most recent
318d 148 132 8.3-8.4 52.6-62.8 117-129 sDrive18d 148 126 8.9 55.4 133-134 The 360 is the sweet spot, giving the Seven just the right hit of superminis. LxWxH 4088x1848x1499 Kerb weight 1130kg
320d 187 146 6.8-7.1 56.5-60.1 124-131 xDrive 23d 194 140 7.4 56.5 131 performance. LxWxH 3100x1575x1090 Kerb weight 490kg 1.0 TCe 90 111 11.7 53.3 120
320d xDrive 187 144 6.9 54.3-56.5 130-136 660cc Suzuki 170 84 105 6.9 58.4 109 1.0 TCe Bi-Fuel 99 114 11.6 52.3 123
330d 263 155 5.5 47.1-49.6 150-156 iX1 5dr SUV £52,255–£54,960 2.0 Duratec 360 180 130 4.8 na na
330d xDrive 263 155 5.1 47.1 157-158 Not the most engaging to drive, but a seriously comprehensive 2.0 Duratec 420 210 136 3.8 na na Sandero Stepway 5dr hatch £14,395–£16,935 AAABC
M340d xDrive 338 155 4.6 46.3 160 electric prospect. LxWxH 4500x1845x1642 Kerb weight 1655kg 2.0 Supercharged 620S 310 145 3.4 na na A more expensive and slightly more rugged cheap car – but still
xDrive30 308 112 5.7 na na 2.0 Supercharged 620R 310 155 2.8 na na limited. LxWxH 4099x1848x1535 Kerb weight 1040kg
3 Series Touring 5dr estate £39,810–£83,470 AAAAB 1.0 TCe 88 107 12 50.4 127
Towering everyday appeal. Arguably the best all-rounder sensible X2 5dr SUV £34,250–£50,100 AAAAC CHEVROLET 1.0 TCe 100 Bi-Fuel 99 109 11.9 48.7 130-131
money can buy. LxWxH 4620x1811x1430 Kerb weight 1565kg Proves crossovers aren’t always worse than the hatchbacks on Corvette 2dr coupé/2dr open £77,320–£84,120 AAAAC
320i 181 143 7.5 42.2 152-153 which they’re based. LxWxH 4360x1824x1526 Kerb weight 1460kg Mid-engined chassis brings handling smarts the ’Vette has never Duster 5dr SUV £15,795–£23,245 AAAAC
330i 254 155 5.9 39.2-40.9 156-163 sDrive18i 138 127 9.6 42.8-43.5 148-150 known the likes of. LxWxH 4634x1935x1235 Kerb weight 1655kg A value champion. If cheap family transport is what you require,
330e 292 143 5.9 176.6-201.8 32-37 sDrive20i 189 141 7.7 40.9-41.5 154-156 6.2 V8 475 185 3.5 23.3 277 the Duster delivers. LxWxH 4341x2052x1633 Kerb weight 1189kg
330e xDrive 292 140 5.9 156.9-176.6 37-42 xDrive20i 189 na 7.6 38.7-39.2 164-166 1.0 TCe 90 89 103 13.5 46.3 139
M340i xDrive 371 155 4.5 33.6 191 xDrive25e 220 121 6.8 156.9 40-41 1.3 TCe 130 128 120 10.6 45.6 141
318d 148 133 8.8 57.6-58.9 126-127 M35i 302 155 4.9 34.4 187 1.3 TCe 150 148 125 9.7 44.8 143
320d 188 142 7.1-7.9 54.3-57.6 115-121 1.0 TCe 100 Bi-Fuel 99 106 14.4 na 146
320d xDrive 188 142 7.4 51.4-54.3 136-143 X3 5dr SUV £46,500–£90,795 AAAAC 1.5 dCi 115 113 113 10.3 57.7 128
330d 263 140 5.6 45.6-47.1 158-163 Continues where the last one left off. Dynamically good and more 1.5 dCi 115 4x4 113 108 12.1 51.4 143
330d xDrive 261 155 5.4 43.5-44.8 166-171 luxurious inside. LxWxH 4708x1891x1676 Kerb weight 1750kg
M340d xDrive 340 155 4.8
xDrive20i 44.8 165 181 134 8.3 35.3-35.8 179-181 Jogger 5dr MPV £17,145–£23,395 AAAAB
M3 xDrive Competition 503 155 3.6
xDrive30e na 235 288 130 6.1 134.5 51-54 A real reason for families to flock to Dacia dealers. Basic to drive
xDrive M40i 355 155 4.8 31.4 204 but very versatile. LxWxH 4547x1848x1632 Kerb weight 1205kg
4 Series 2dr coupé £42,745–£128,225 AAAAC X3M Competition 503 155 4.1 24.8 261 1.0 TCe 107 114 11.2 49.6 130-131
A rounded, engaging and potent coupé let down only by its looks. xDrive20d 187 132 8.0 47.1-47.9 154-156
LxWxH 4768x2081x1390 Kerb weight 1590kg xDrive30d 261 149 5.8 45.6 161-163 D AV I D B R O W N A U T O M O T I V E
420i 181 149 7.5 42.2-44.1 146-151 xDrive M40d 321 155 4.9 43.5 171 Speedback GT 3dr coupé £620,000 AAAAC
430i 254 155 5.8 40.4-42.2 153-159 Classic looks are matched with lovely drive thanks to modern
M440i xDrive 369 155 4.5 36.7 175 Jaguar hardware. LxWxH 4760x1860x1350 Kerb weight 1800kg
M4 Competition 503 155 3.9 28.8 228 5.0 V8 Auto 601 155 4.8 23.0 292

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1.5 EcoBlue 120 118 117-122 10.0-10.8 62.8 119-127 Jazz 5dr hatch £21,295–£27,610 AAAAC INEOS
Not the most compact or vivacious but has decent handling and is Grenadier 6dr SUV £60,900–£71,900
Focus Estate 5dr estate £28,220–£38,255 AAABC cleverly packaged. LxWxH 4044x1694x1526 Kerb weight 1300kg Has bags of charm on the road and is virtually unbeatable off it.
Almost as good to drive as the hatch, but a Skoda Octavia will 1.5 i-MMD 109 108 9.4-9.9 62.8 102-110 LxWxH 4896x1930x2036 Kerb weight 2669kg
carry more. LxWxH 4669x1825x1481 Kerb weight 1485kg 3.0T 6dr Auto 282 99 8.6 21.4 299
1.0 Ecoboost 125 123 120-123 10.3-10.6 55.4 98-116 Civic 5dr hatch £30,495–£46,995 AAAAC 3.0TD 6dr Auto 245 99 9.9 27.4 268
1.0 Ecoboost MHEV 155 152 127-130 9.4-9.7 55.4 116 A fresh look while remaining practical, refined and upmarket. Lacks
2.3T Ecoboost 280 ST 276 155 5.8-6.0 35.3 183 some dynamism. LxWxH 4518x1799x1434 Kerb weight 1275kg JAGUAR
1.5 EcoBlue 120 118 120 10.6 61.4 120 2.0 eHEV 181 112 7.8-8.1 156.5-60.1 108-114 XE 4dr saloon £32,205–£42,345 AAAAB
2.0 VTEC Turbo Type R 315 169 5.8 33.2 191-193 Tops the pile thanks to outstanding driver appeal. Poised and
Ecosport 5dr SUV £23,435–£24,635 AAACC engaging but refined. LxWxH 4678x1850x1416 Kerb weight 1450kg
Facelifted version of the pumped-up Fiesta is okay, but developing- HR-V 5dr SUV £29,410–£34,850 AAABC 2.0 P300 AWD 296 155 5.9 30.8-32.4 197-207
world roots show. LxWxH 4096x1765x1653 Kerb weight 1280kg Fine ergonomics and big on superficial charm, but ultimately 2.0 P250 246 150 6.7 34.2 186
1.0T Ecoboost 125 123 111 11.0 45.6 141 leaves us cold. LxWxH 4340x1790x1582 Kerb weight 1380kg 2.0 D200 198 146 7.3 54.0-57.7 128-137
DS 1.0T Ecoboost 140 138 115 10.2 45.6 142 1.5 eHEV 131 106 10.7 52.3 122
3 Crossback 5dr SUV £25,900–£34,000 AAABC XF 4dr saloon £35,100–£47,730 AAAAB
First foray into compact SUVs comfortably competes with more Puma 5dr SUV £24,920–£32,350 AAAAC CR-V 5dr SUV £32,815–£40,910 AAAAC Outstandingly broad-batted dynamically, plus a pleasant cabin.
established rivals. LxWxH 4118x1802x1534 Kerb weight 1205kg Compact crossover finally has a class leader capable of appealing Tardis-like SUV stalwart has lots of space for five and a big boot. LxWxH 4954x1880x1457 Kerb weight 1545kg
1.2 PureTech 100 98 112 10.9 80.4 127 to petrolheads. LxWxH 4186x1805x1554 Kerb weight 1280kg LxWxH 4605x1820x1685 Kerb weight 1515kg 2.0 P250 246 155 6.9 33.0-34.9 183-193
1.2 PureTech 130 128 124 9.2 47.1 141 1.0T Ecoboost MHEV 125 123 119 9.8 50.4 127 2.0 i-MMD hybrid 181 112 8.6-9.2 47.4 151-163
2.0 P300 AWD 296 155 6.1 31.2-32.8 194-204
1.2 PureTech 155 153 129 8.2 46.6-52.0 127-143 1.0T Ecoboost MHEV 155 153 124 8.9 50.4 127 2.0 D200 198 146 7.6 52.8-56.5 131-140
1.5 BlueHDI 100 98 112 11.4 62.7 123 1.5 Ecoboost ST 198 137 6.7 41.5 155 NSX 2dr coupé £150,195 AAAAB 2.0 D200 AWD 198 143 7.8 48.9-51.3 128-137
50kWh E-Tense 132 93 8.7 191-206 0 Honda’s supercar given a modern reboot, and it’s some piece of
Kuga 5dr SUV £30,755–£40,405 AAAAC engineering. LxWxH 4487x1939x1204 Kerb weight 1725kg XF Sportbrake 5dr estate £37,240–£49,005 AAAAB
4 5dr hatch £28,330–£48,250 AAAAC All-new version of popular SUV mixes dynamism with practicality 3.5 V6 hybrid 573 191 2.9 26.4 242 Superb XF is now available in the more practical Sportbrake form.
Lavish, high-riding hatchback gets serious about chasing premium and refinement. LxWxH 4614x1883x1678 Kerb weight 1698kg It’s a win-win. LxWxH 4955x1880x1494 Kerb weight 1660kg
German rivals. LxWxH 4400x2061x1470 Kerb weight 1352kg 1.5T Ecoboost 150 148 121 9.7 41.5-42.8 151 HYU N DAI 2.0 P250 246 150 7.1 32-33.7 189-199
1.2 PureTech 130 128 130 9.3 41.4-48.6 132 2.5 FHEV 198 122 9.1 51.4 125 i10 5dr hatch £14,995–£17,595 AAAAC 2.0 P300 AWD 296 155 6.2 29.9-31.2 204-213
1.6 PureTech 180 177 143 8.0 43.9 145 2.5 PHEV 223 125 9.2 201.8 32 The smallest Hyundai matures and regains leadership of the city 2.0 D200 198 143 7.8 50.7-53.7 138-146
1.6 PureTech 225 223 146 7.9 43.7 146 car class. LxWxH 4035x1734x1474 Kerb weight 933kg 2.0 D200 AWD 198 143 8.0 47.0-49.1 151-157
1.6 E-Tense 225 223 145 7.7 176-232 27-35 S-Max 5dr MPV £38,540–£43,800 AAAAC 1.0 MPi 67 97 14.6 53.3 114-120
1.5 BlueHDI 130 128 129 10.9 51.4-61.2 121-144 Better to drive and better looking than most but not quite the 1.0 T-GDi 99 115 10.5 52.3 123 F-Type 2dr coupé £67,825–£108,065 AAAAB
class leader it was. LxWxH 4976x1916x1655 Kerb weight 1645kg 1.2 MPi 84 106 12.6 51.4 124 A full-blooded assault on Porsche’s backyard, with noise, power
7 Crossback 5dr SUV £36,760–£56,540 AAABC 2.5 FHEV 190 188 115 9.8 44.1 147 and beauty. LxWxH 4482x1923x1311 Kerb weight 1525kg
DS’s first premium SUV certainly has the right price tag, equipment i20 5dr hatch £19,285–£25,750 AAAAC 2.0 P300 296 155 5.7 29.9 215
and appeal. LxWxH 4570x1895x1620 Kerb weight 1420kg Galaxy 5dr MPV £40,700 AAABC Steady gains for a versatile runabout that, N version aside, still 5.0 P450 444 177 4.6 26.0-26.8 239-246
1.2 PureTech 130 129 122 10.2 42.2-46.0 143-152 Huge seven-seat MPV. Easy to place on the road but not cheap to lacks personality. LxWxH 4035x1734x1474 Kerb weight 980kg 5.0 P575 518 186 3.7 26.4 243
1.6 PureTech 180 178 137 8.3 42.2 152 buy. LxWxH 4848x1916x1747 Kerb weight 1708kg 1.0 T-GDi 100 98 117 10.4 47.9-49.6 120
1.6 E-Tense 225 223 140 8.9 157-176 36-41 2.5 FHEV 190 188 115 10.0 43.5 148 1.0 T-GDi 48V MHD 100 98 117 10.4 54.3-55.4 115-118 F-Type Convertible 2dr open £66,925–£107,495 AAAAB
1.6 E-Tense 4x4 300 295 149 5.9 176.6-201.8 32-40 1.0 T-GDi 48V MHD 120 118 115 10.2 53.3 120 Costs serious money, but you get a serious car with a likeable wild
1.5 BlueHDi 130 128 121 11.7 54.1-55.3 143 Mustang Mach-E 4dr crossover £50,030–£72,830 AAAAC 1.6 T-GDi N 201 142 6.7 40.4 158 side. LxWxH 4482x1923x1308 Kerb weight 1545kg
Likeable, practical high-rise EV has only a badge in common with 2.0 P300 296 155 5.7 29.6 217
9 5dr saloon £52,900–£63,315 AAAAC its coupé namesake. LxWxH 4712x1881x1597 Kerb weight 1993kg i30 5dr hatch £21,510–£34,595 AAABC 5.0 P450 444 177 4.6 26.0-26.6 241-247
New flagship is a refreshing alternative to the usual German 70kWh Standard RWD 265 111 6.9 273 0 As good as we’ve come to expect from Hyundai, but not one inch 5.0 P575 518 186 3.7 26.4 243
executives. LxWxH 4934x2079x1460 Kerb weight 1540kg 91kWh Extended RWD 290 111 7.0 379 0 better. LxWxH 4340x1795x1455 Kerb weight 1194kg
1.6 PureTech 225 223 146 8.1 40.9 155 91kWh Extended AWD 346 111 5.8 335 0 1.0 T-GDi 120 118 118 11.1 45.6 121-122 E-Pace 5dr SUV £42,605–£54,260 AAABC
1.6 E-Tense 225 223 149 8.3 176-256 33-35 91kWh GT AWD 480 124 4.4 310 0 1.5 T-GDi 157 130 8.6 42.2-46.3 142 Misses the mark for keen drivers, but is still a desirable SUV
1.6 E-Tense 4x4 356 155 5.6 176-256 41-43 2.0 T-GDi 275 N Performance 272 155 6.1 34.0 188 nevertheless. LxWxH 4411x1984x1649 Kerb weight 1775kg
Mustang 2dr coupé/open £50,830–£74,540 AAAAC 2.0 P250 245 142 7.5 31.1-31.3 203-205
FERRARI American muscle built for the UK, in coupé and convertible forms. i30 Fastback 4dr saloon £25,960–£34,845 AAABC 2.0 P300 295 150 6.9 29.8 214
Portofino 2dr open £166,295 AAAAC What’s not to like? LxWxH 4784x1916x1381 Kerb weight 1653kg Combines good looks with sensible practicalities and dynamic 1.5 P300e 305 134 6.5 143.1 44
The entry-level Ferrari has the power, the looks and the touring 5.0 V8 444 155 4.9 23.9 268 charm. LxWxH 4455x1795x1425 Kerb weight 1287kg 2.0 D165 160 128 10.0 43.4-45.4 163
ability. LxWxH 4586x1938x1318 Kerb weight 1664kg 5.0 V8 Mach-1 453 166 4.8 22.8 284 1.5 T-GDi 157 130 8.6 49.6-52.3 141-151 2.0 D165 AWD 160 124 9.8 42.9-43.4 171-172
3.9T V8 591 199 3.5 14.7-28.0 230-436 2.0 T-GDi 275 N Performance 272 155 6.1 34.0 188 2.0 D200 AWD 201 131 8.4 42.9-43.0 170-173
GT 2dr coupé £420,000 AAAAC
Roma 2dr coupé £175,000 AAAAB The GT is back as a race car for the road. Compelling if not perfect. i30 Tourer 5dr estate £22,260–£25,210 AAABC F-Pace 5dr SUV £48,660–£84,940 AAAAC
Gorgeous coupé is a proper grand tourer with a focus on usability. LxWxH 4808x1928x1692 Kerb weight 1912kg Another solid car. Good value and practical but lacks excitement. Credible first SUV effort is as refined and dynamic as a Jaguar
LxWxH 4656x1974x1301 Kerb weight 1570kg 3.5 V6 Ecoboost 650 216 3.0 na na LxWxH 4585x1795x1465 Kerb weight 1245kg should be. LxWxH 4731x2071x1666 Kerb weight 1690kg
3.9T V8 612 199 3.4 14.7-28.0 230-436 1.0 T-GDi 120 118 117 11.4
2.0 P250 AWD 24647.9-49.6 130-139 135 7.3 30.4 214-220
Ranger 4dr pick-up £24,369–£47,889 AAAAC 3.0 P400 AWD 394 155 5.4 28.8 222-230
296 GTB 2dr coupé £241,550 AAAAA Capable pick-up becomes off-road monster in Raptor spec but Bayon 5dr SUV £20,880–£25,130 AAAAC 2.0 P400e AWD 398 149 5.3 112.5 51-55
Latest in a line of fabulous Ferraris gains EV ability but loses loses VAT incentives. LxWxH 5277x1977x1703 Kerb weight 1866kg Much better at meeting your motoring needs than kindling your 5.0 V8 SVR 550 AWD 548 178 4.0 23.1 275
nothing in return. LxWxH 4656x1974x1301 Kerb weight 1470kg 2.0 EcoBlue 130 128 106 13.5 42.8 173 affections. LxWxH 4180x1775x1500 Kerb weight 1233kg 2.0 D165 AWD 160 121 9.9 45.4 165-171
3.0T V6 819 205 2.9 44.1 149
2.0 EcoBlue 170 158 109 11.8 40.4-43.5 184-207 1.0 T-GDi 48V MHEV 98 113 10.7 53.3 120-121 2.0 D200 AWD 197 130 8.0 45.4 165-171
2.0 EcoBlue 213 210 106 10.5 30.7 201-233 1.0 T-GDi 48V MHEV 120 118 115 10.4 53.3 121 3.0 D300 AWD 296 143 6.4 38.1 195-202
F8 Tributo 2dr coupé/open £203,476 AAAAA 3.2 Duratorq TDCI 200 197 109 10.6 32.1-36.2 221-231 5.0 V8 SVR 542 178 4.0 23.1 275
The last hurrah for the pure internal combustion V8-powered Kona 5dr SUV £23,625–£39,900 AAAAC
mid-engined Ferrari. LxWxH 4611x1979x1206 Kerb weight 1435kg GENESIS Hyundai’s first crossover is the perfect blend of practicality, value I-Pace 5dr SUV £69,995–£79,995 AAAAB
3.9T V8 Tributo 710 211 2.9 21.9 292 GV60 5dr SUV £53,905–£67,505 AAAAC and style. LxWxH 4165x1800x1550 Kerb weight 1233kg Fast, refined and the first of its kind from a European
Nascent brand’s first EV arrives as a luxurious, efficient SUV, lacks 1.0 T-GDi 120 118 112 12.0 44.1-44.8 142-147 manufacturer. LxWxH 4682x1895x1558 Kerb weight 2133kg
812 Superfast 2dr coupé/open £263,098–£446,970 AAAAA sharpness. LxWxH 4515x1890x1470 Kerb weight 2095kg 1.6 GDi Hybrid 134 119 10.2 52.3 114-123 EV400 398 124 4.8 277-287 0
More powerful than the F12, but with better road manners making it 77.4kWh Premium 225 115 7.8 323 0 2.0 T-GDi N 278 149 5.5 32.8 194
the star of the range. LxWxH 4657x1971x1276 Kerb weight 1630kg 77.4kWh Sport 313 124 5.5 292 0 Electric 39kWh 134 96 9.6 180 0 JEEP
6.5 V12 777 211 2.9 11.2-20.0 320 77.4kWh Sport Plus 483 146 4.0 289 0 Electric 64kWh 201 104 7.6 280 0 Compass 5dr SUV £34,555–£44,455 AAACC
6.5 V12 Competizione 819 211 2.9 13.9 385 Wants to be a catch-all crossover but is beaten by more road-
G70 4dr saloon £35,325–£41,480 AAABC Ioniq 5 5dr SUV £45,150–£56,150 AAAAC focused rivals. LxWxH 4394x2033x1629 Kerb weight 1430kg
SF90 Stradale 2dr coupé/open £400,000 AAAAA Likeable left-field choice has style but struggles to threaten the Won’t upend the electric SUV segment, but a compelling option in a 1.5 48V MHEV 128 120 10.0 47.1-50.4 133-140
Plug-in hybrid doesn’t do things conventionally. A 986bhp technical establishment. LxWxH 4685x1850x1400 Kerb weight 1675kg developing class. LxWxH 4635x1890x1605 Kerb weight 1145kg 1.3 4xe PHEV 238 124 7.3 141-156 44-47
masterpiece. LxWxH 4710x1972x1186 Kerb weight 1570kg 2.0T 197 194 139 8.8 35.4 181 77kWh 224 115 7.4 238-315 0
4.0T V8 986 211 2.5 46.3 154 2.0T 245 241 149 6.1 35.4 181 77kWh Premium 320 na 5.1 282 0 Renegade 5dr SUV £30,010–£38,500 AAABC
2.2D 200 197 143 7.4 43.5 170 Middling compact crossover with chunky looks but no obvious
F I AT Ioniq 6 4dr saloon £46,745–£54,995 AAAAB charm. LxWxH 4236x1805x1667 Kerb weight 1346kg
Panda 5dr hatch £14,745–£17,745 AAABC G70 Shooting Brake 5dr estate £33,450–£40,555 AAAAC Distinctive saloon with great practicality and road manners and a 1.3 GSE T4 150 148 122 9.4 38.2-39.8 151
Hasn’t kept pace with its rivals, but sells robust, practical charm Best-looking Genesis yet is also the best to drive, despite slightly well-equipped cabin. LxWxH 4855x1880x1495 Kerb weight na 1.3 Turbo 4xe 188 113 7.5 122.8-134.5 42-49
better than most. LxWxH 3653x1643x1551 Kerb weight 940kg flat four-pot engines. LxWxH 4685x1850x1400 Kerb weight 1717kg 77kWh 224 115 7.3 238-315 0 1.3 Turbo 4xe Trailhawk 238 124 7.1 117.7-128.4 51-53
0.9 Twinair 85 83 103-110 11.2-12.1 37.2 166-168 2.0T 197 197 135 9.3 32.5-34.0 193-204 77kWh Premium 320 na 5.1 282 0
1.0 Mild Hybrid 69 96 14.7 50.4-52.3 126-132 2.0T 245 245 146 6.4 32.5-34.0 193-204 Wrangler 2dr/4dr SUV £60,280–£62,280 AAAAC
2.2D 200 198 140 7.7 41.8 175 Tucson 5dr SUV £30,140–£43,630 AAAAC Heavy-duty off-roader goes anywhere but lacks on-road manners.
500 3dr hatch/2dr open £16,775–£20,925 AAABC Shows Hyundai can do both style and substance. A family SUV LxWxH 4223x1873x1840 Kerb weight 1827kg
Super-desirable, cute city car. Pleasant, if not involving to drive. GV70 5dr SUV £39,450–£64,405 AAAAC that’s easy to like. LxWxH 4500x1865x1653 Kerb weight 1425kg 2.0 GME 265 97-110 7.3-7.6 25.4-26.4 248-254
LxWxH 3571x1627x1488 Kerb weight 865kg Wilfully different from the posh SUV competition and none the 1.6 T-GDi 150 148 117 10.3 40.9 156
1.0 Mild Hybrid 69 104 13.8 53.3 119-121 worse for it. LxWxH 4715x1910x1630 Kerb weight 2010kg 1.6 T-GDi 48V MHEV 150 148 117 9.6 43.5 144-151 KIA
2.5T 301 149 6.1 29.7 216 1.6 T-GDi 48V MHEV 180 178 125 9.0 39.8 162 Picanto 5dr hatch £13,400–£17,450 AAAAC
500 Electric 3dr hatch/2dr open £28,195–£37,195 AAAAC 2.2D 207 133 7.9 40.0 185 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 228 120 8.0 50.4 127 A pleasingly well-rounded and charming value offering, but not in
Shows that small EVs can be viable and can also be fun – to look at, 77.4kWh 483 146 4.2 283 0 1.6 T-GDi Plug-in hybrid 263 119 8.6 201.8 31 all of its guises. LxWxH 3595x1595x1485 Kerb weight 977kg
to sit in and to drive. LxWxH 3571x1627x1488 Kerb weight 865kg 1.0 65 100 14.1 56.5-60.1 119
Electric 24kWh 95 84 9.5 118 0 G80 4dr saloon £42,650–£69,805 AAAAC Santa Fe 5dr SUV £42,445–£50,910 AAABC 1.0 T-GDi 997 112 9.9 53.3 120
Electric 42kWh 118 93 9.0 199 0 A luxury car for those who’ve had their fill of the typical premium Superficial charm and an expansive cabin but not much polish to
options. LxWxH 4995x1925x1465 Kerb weight 1930kg the powertrain. LxWxH 4785x1900x1710 Kerb weight 2005kg Rio 5dr hatch £16,150–£21,800 AAABC
Tipo 5dr hatch £27,875–£28,175 AAABC 2.5T 301 155 6.0 31.0 205 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 228 116 8.9-9.1 42.2 145-168 More comfortable and more grown-up in fourth-gen form, but not
A ’90s reboot that has been on a diet. Decent to drive and ample 87.2kWh 364 139 4.9 323 0 1.6 T-GDi Plug-in hybrid 262 116 8.8 173.7 37 any more fun. LxWxH 4065x1993x1450 Kerb weight 1143kg
interior space. LxWxH 4368x1792x1495 Kerb weight 1195kg 2.2 CRDi 199 127 9.2 na 177-178
1.2 DPi 83 103 12.7 52.3 120-122
1.5 Hybrid 124 128 9.3 54.3 119 GV80 5dr SUV £59,920–£75,220 AAABC 1.0 T-GDi 99 113 10.0 53.3 120
Rich, spacious and comfortable but not a world-class luxury car Nexo 5dr SUV £69,495 AAABC 1.0 T-GDi 48V 118 116 9.8 51.4 118-125
500X 5dr hatch £22,995–£29,995 AAABC just yet. LxWxH 4945x1975x1715 Kerb weight 2145kg Impressive effort that heads in the right direction for fuel cell cars.
Familiar styling works rather well as a crossover. Drives okay, too. 2.5T 301 147 6.9 27.4-27.7 240 LxWxH 4670x2060x1640 Kerb weight 1814kg Ceed 5dr hatch £21,200–£26,045 AAAAC
LxWxH 4248x1796x1600 Kerb weight 1295kg 3.0D 268 143 6.9 32 231 95kW Fuel Cell 161 130 9.6 42.0mpkg 0 Third-generation hatchback can now compete for class honours.
1.0 118 119 10.7 44,8-46.3 141-143 LxWxH 4310x1800x1447 Kerb weight 1315kg
1.5 Hybrid 124 121 9.4 49.5 129-134 G O R D O N M U R R AY A U T O M O T I V E 1.5 T-GDi 156 130 8.4 43.5-46.3 129
T33 2dr coupé £1,400,000
FORD Smaller, even more daily-usable sibling of the T50 with the same Ceed Sportswagon 5dr estate £23,245–£26,745 AAAAC
Fiesta 3dr/5dr hatch £19,330–£27,320 AAAAB glorious engine. LxWxH na Kerb weight 1090kg All of the above, but with cavernous, more practical load space.
Dynamically superb and continues the Fiesta legacy. No longer the 4.0 V12 607 na na na na LxWxH 4600x1800x1465 Kerb weight 1389kg
class leader, though. LxWxH 4040x1735x1476 Kerb weight 1113kg 1.5 T-GDi 158 156 130 8.6 43.5-46.3 131
1.1 75 73 103 14.5 53.3 120 T50 2dr coupé £2,800,000
1.0 Ecoboost 100 98 112 10.8 53.3 125 Ultra-lightweight, V12-powered spritual successor to legendary Proceed 5dr hatch £26,190 AAABC
1.0 Ecoboost MHEV 125 123 126 9.4 56.5 114 McLaren F1. LxWxH 4352x1850x1164 Kerb weight 986kg Alluring and interesting, but not quite as special to drive as it looks.
1.5T Ecoboost 200 ST 197 144 6.5 42.8 151 4.0 V12 650 na na na na LxWxH 4605x1800x1422 Kerb weight 1405kg
1.5 T-GDi 158 156 130 8.6 43.5-46.3 129
Focus 5dr hatch £27,060–£39,855 AAAAB H O N DA
Better to drive and look at than before, and impressively good E 5dr hatch £36,920–£38,120 AAABC Xceed 5dr hatch £22,395–£32,995 AAABC
value. LxWxH 4378x1825x1471 Kerb weight 1369kg Eminently likeable, with good dynamics but a limited range and Crossover-styled hatch that drives well, but lacks practicality and
1.0 Ecoboost MHEV 125 123 124 10.2 52.3 121 ambitious price. LxWxH 3894x1752x1512 Kerb weight 1520kg polish. LxWxH 4395x1826x1483 Kerb weight 1332kg
1.0 Ecoboost MHEV 155 152 129-131 9.2-9.5 54.3 116 36kWh 136 90 9.0 137 0 1.5 T-GDi 158 156 129 8.7 44.8 142-143
2.3T Ecoboost 280 ST 276 155 5.7 35.3 183 36kWh Advance 154 90 8.3 136 0 1.6 GDi PHEV 137 99 10.6 217.3 38

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Kia’s first crossover is striking and reasonably good considering 2 5dr hatch £17,205–£21,575 AAAAC
the value. LxWxH 4140x1760x1520 Kerb weight 1160kg Grown up, well made and drives with charm and vigour; engines
1.0 T-GDi 116 115 9.9 46.3-47.1 137 aren’t brilliant. LxWxH 4060x1695x1515 Kerb weight 1141kg
1.5 Skyactiv-G 75 74 106 11.3 49.6 121
Niro 5dr SUV £28,295–£39,575 AAABC 1.5 e-Skyactiv-G 88 114 9.8 60.1 107
Versatile and well-equipped family transport in a choice of hybrid 1.5 e-Skyactiv-G 115 113 124 9.1 56.5 113
and EV flavours. LxWxH 4355x1805x1545 Kerb weight 1500kg
1.6 GDi Hybrid 137 101 11.1 58.9 110-120 2 Hybrid 5dr hatch £21,820–£25,135
1.6 GDi Hybrid PHEV 137 107 10.4 201.8 29 We’ve yet to drive it, but it’s just a rebadged Toyota Yaris, which is
64kWh e-Niro 198 104 7.8 282 0 a decent supermini. LxWxH 3940x1745x1500 Kerb weight 1125kg
1.5 Hybrid 114 109 9.7 74.3 87
Soul EV 5dr hatch £32,845–£39,045 AAAAC
Electric-only hatch with looks that divide opinion but a competitive 3 5dr hatch £23,265–£30,465 AAAAC
range. LxWxH 4220x1825x1605 Kerb weight 1757kg 3.0 P400 398 150 5.8-6.1 28.5-29.3 218-225 Pleasing dynamism teamed with good practicality and punchy A-Class Saloon 4dr saloon £32,485–£47,660 AAABC
39kWh 132 97 9.9
3.0 P440e 171 0 438 140 6.0 321.9 20-21 diesel engines. LxWxH 4460x1795x1435 Kerb weight 1411kg Larger, more grown-up A-Class adds premium touch to smallest
64kWh 201 104 7.9
3.0 P510e 280 0 508 150 5.5 318.4 20-21 2.0 e-Skyactiv-G 120 122 10.4 50.4 124-127 Merc saloon. LxWxH 4549x1796x1446 Kerb weight 1465kg
4.4 P530 V8 527 155 4.6-4.8 24.0-24.2 264-267 2.0 e-Skyactiv-X 186
1.3 A180 183 134 8.1 53.3 118-121 134 134 8.9 42.8-48.7 133-137
Sportage 5dr SUV £27,800–£45,100 AAABC 3.0 D300 289 135 6.9 35.8-36.7 204-207 1.3 A200 161 143 8.1 48.7 133-137
Does refinement, handling precision, tech, space and alternative 3.0 D350 348 145 6.1-6.3 35.1-36.5 AAAAC 2.0 A250e
203-211 3 saloon 4dr saloon £26,265–£30,465 215 149 6.7 256.8 25
style well. LxWxH 4515x1865x1650 Kerb weight 1715kg Refined and dynamically satisfying in a saloon bodystyle. 2.0 AMG A35 4Matic 302 155 4.8 32.9-36.7 177-187
1.6T GDi 148 117 9.9 41.5 154 Discovery Sport 5dr SUV £34,480–£54,865 AAAAB LxWxH 4460x1795x1440 Kerb weight 1405kg 1.5 A180d 114 128 9.7 56.5-64.2 126-129
1.6T GDi 48V 148 117 9.3 41.5 146 Seven seats, at home on road and off road, plus new-found 2.0 e-Skyactiv-X 186 183 134 8.1 56.5 114-117 2.0 A200d 148 141 8.2 58.9 127-131
1.6T GDi 48V DCT AWD 148 117 9.4 40.4 158 desirability. LxWxH 4597x2069x1727 Kerb weight 1732kg
1.6T GDI PHEV 257 119 7.9 na na 2.0 P250 247 140 7.8 30.1 211 6 4dr saloon £26,340–£33,720 AAABC CLA 4dr saloon £35,220–£63,515 AAAAC
1.6T GDi HEV 226 120 7.7 49.6 129 2.0 P290 288 144 7.4 29.7 214 A compelling mix of size, economy and performance. Interior is a It may use A-Class underpinnings, but it’s engineered to be much
1.6T GDi HEV AWD 226 120 8.0 44.1 146 1.5 P300e 298 130 6.6 143.4-158.6 40-44 let-down. LxWxH 4870x1840x1450 Kerb weight 1465kg sportier to drive. LxWxH 4688x1830x1444 Kerb weight 1490kg
1.6 CRDi 113 108 11.7 53.3 138 2.0 D165 162 112 10.2
1.3 CLA 180 133 41.5
134 9.0179 47.9 2.0 Skyactiv-G
138-140 143 129 9.9 42.2 152
1.6 CRDi 48V 134 112 11.0 54.3 135 2.0 D200 201 117 8.6
1.3 CLA 200 161 41.5
142 8.2179 2.0 Skyactiv-G
42.8-47.9 138-140 163 134 9.4 42.2 152
1.3 CLA 250e 215 149 6.8 282.5 2.0 Skyactiv-G GT
23 191 142 8.1 38.2 167
EV6 5dr SUV £45,245–£62,645 AAAAC Discovery 5dr SUV £60,880–£76,085 AAAAB 2.0 AMG CLA 35 4Matic 302 155 4.9 34.9-37.2 177-187
Swish, spacious and swift enough to become the pick of the EV The country bumpkin given elocution lessons without losing its 6 Tourer 5dr estate £27,340–£35,080 AAABC 2.0 AMG CLA 45 S 4Matic+ 415 168 4.0 33.2 200-202
crossover bunch. LxWxH 4680x1880x1550 Kerb weight 2090kg rugged capabilities. LxWxH 4956x2073x1888 Kerb weight 2115kg Attractively styled and spacious inside, but only average to drive. 2.0 CLA 220d 185 152 7.1 53.3-57.7 132
77.4kWh 226 114 7.3 328 0 3.0 P360 355 130 6.5 26.0-26.4 241-245 LxWxH 4805x1840x1480 Kerb weight 1465kg
77.4kWh AWD 321 116 5.2 300 0 3.0 D250 246 120 8.1 33.4-33.7 220-222 2.0 Skyactiv-G 143 128 10.0 41.5 155 CLA Shooting Brake 5dr estate £36,220–£64,515 AAABC
3.0 D300 296 130 6.8 33.2-33.5 221-223 2.0 Skyactiv-G 163 133 9.4 41.5 155 The most practical of the A-Class range, but it suffers for its
Sorento 5dr SUV £50,995–£56,995 AAABC 2.0 Skyactiv-G GT 191 139 8.1 37.2 172 challenging styling. LxWxH 4688x1830x1447 Kerb weight 1430kg
Lacks polish, but its abundant utility appeal and value shine LEXUS 1.3 CLA 180 133 130 9.2 35.8-40.9 140-141
through. LxWxH 4810x1900x1695 Kerb weight 2006kg ES 4dr saloon £39,980–£56,345 AAABC CX-30 5dr SUV £24,645–£34,555 AAAAC 1.3 CLA 200 161 140 8.4 35.3-40.9 141-142
1.6 T-GDi HEV 226 119 8.7 40.9 158-166 Gatecrashes the German-controlled saloon market in a way the GS Dynamic qualities, a classy interior and a handsome look set it 1.3 CLA 250e 215 146 6.9 256.8 24
1.6 T-GDi PHEV 261 119 8.4 176.6 38 could never manage. LxWxH 4975x1865x1445 Kerb weight 1680kg apart from rivals. LxWxH 4395x1795x1540 Kerb weight 1334kg 2.0 AMG CLA 35 4Matic 302 155 4.9 36.2 183-191
2.5 VVT-i ES 300h 218 112 8.9 53.2 119 2.0 e-Skyactiv-G 120 116 10.6 47.9 134 2.0 AMG CLA 45 S 4Matic+ 415 168 4.0 32.8 203-205
KTM 2.0 e-Skyactiv-X 186 183 127 8.3-8.8 50.4 127 2.0 CLA 220d 185 147 7.2 43.5-48.7 135-136
X-Bow 0dr open £57,345–£70,717 AAAAC LS 4dr saloon £89,175–£115,680 AAABC
Eccentric looks and sharp handling but expensive. Luxury saloon gets more tech and opulence but is let down by its MX-30 5dr SUV £30,050–£34,350 AAAAC B-Class 5dr hatch £35,110–£43,760 AAABC
LxWxH 3738x1915x1202 Kerb weight 847kg hybrid powertrain. LxWxH 5235x1900x1460 Kerb weight 2270kg Classy and affordable all-electric crossover marred only by its A slightly odd prospect, but practical and classy nonetheless.
2.0 R 290 143 3.9 na na 3.5 V6 VVT-i LS 500h 348 155 5.4 30.7-36.6 175-208 limited range. LxWxH 4395x1795x1555 Kerb weight 1645kg LxWxH 4393x1786x1557 Kerb weight 1395kg
2.0 GT 280 143 4.1 na na 35.5kWh 143 87 9.7 124 0 1.3 B180 134 132 9.0 45.6 140-142
RC F 2dr coupé £73,820–£90,570 AAABC 17.8kWh R 167 na na na na 1.3 B200 159 139 8.2 46.3 140-142
LAMBORGHINI An also-ran, but the V8 RC F packs plenty of character and handles 1.3 B250e 215 146 6.8 235.4 27
Huracán 2dr coupé/open £170,598–£267,633 AAAAC well enough. LxWxH 4695x1840x1395 Kerb weight 1736kg CX-5 5dr SUV £29,135–£39,375 AAAAC 1.5 B180d 114 124 9.8 61.4 137-138
Junior Lambo mixes usability and drama skilfully, in both coupé 5.0 V8 470 168 4.5 23.9 268 Offers powerful diesel engines and strong performance, plus a 2.0 B200d 148 136 8.3 57.7 134-144
and Spyder forms. LxWxH 4459x1924x1165 Kerb weight 1389kg welcoming interior. LxWxH 4550x1840x1675 Kerb weight 1575kg 2.0 B220d 187 145 7.2 56.5 136-137
5.2 V10 Evo RWD 608 202 3.3 20.5 330-335 LC 2dr coupé/open £88,920–£104,920 AAAAC 2.0 165 162 125 10.3 38.7 152-154
5.2 V10 Evo 631 201 2.9 20.3 332-338 Superb-looking coupé shows flickers of what made the LFA great. 2.5 194 191 121 9.2 35.3 182 C-Class 4dr saloon £44,240–£71,110 AAAAC
5.2 V10 STO 631 202 3.0 20.3 331 LxWxH 4770x1920x1345 Kerb weight 1935kg 2.2d 150 148 127 9.9 50.4 151-154 Sumptuous interior and impressive tech, but let down by harsh
5.0 V8 LC 500 457 168 4.7 24.3 262 2.2d 184 181 129 9.3 42.8 175 suspension. LxWxH 4751x2033x1437 Kerb weight 1650kg
Aventador 2dr coupé/open £274,226–£439,921 AAAAC 3.5 V6 LC 500h 354 155 5.0 34.8 184 1.5 C200 221 153 7.3 44.1 146
Big, hairy V12 has astonishing visuals and performance. Handling CX-60 5dr SUV £45,420–£48,380 AAAAC 2.0 C300 278 155 6.0 42.2 152-159
could be sweeter. LxWxH 4797x2030x1136 Kerb weight 1575kg UX 5dr SUV £34,750–£57,095 AAABC Feels upmarket inside and combines tidy handling with easy pace. 2.0 C300e 331 152 6.1 256.8 14-24
6.5 V12 S 730 217 2.9 15.4 499 Refreshingly different premium SUV is a credible, if not class- LxWxH 4745x1890x1680 Kerb weight 1995kg 2.0 C220d 218 152 7.3 61.4 120-127
6.5 V12 SVJ 759 217 2.8 15.8 486 leading, alternative. LxWxH 4495x1840x1520 Kerb weight 1620kg 2.5 PHEV 4WD Auto 323 124 5.8 188.3 33 2.0 C300d 283 155 5.7 55.4 133-139
6.5 Ultimae 778 221 2.8 13.0 442 2.0 UX 250h 181 110 8.5 50.4 126 AMG C43 402 155 4.6 31.4 203
2.0 UX 250h E4 181 110 8.7 47.0 136 MX-5 2dr open £25,725–£31,860 AAAAA
Urus 5dr SUV £185,271–£206,732 AAAAC UX 300e 150kWh 201 100 7.5 195 0 Brilliantly packaged, priced and perfectly poised but more vibrant C-Class Estate 5dr estate £46,155–£72,670 AAABC
Lambo’s second SUV is more alluring and aims to use the V8’s than the original. LxWxH 3915x1735x1225 Kerb weight 1050kg Impressive and tech-filled inside, albeit in a curiously unsatisfying
power better. LxWxH 5112x2016x1638 Kerb weight 2200kg NX 5dr SUV £41,210–£60,950 AAAAC 1.5 Skyactiv-G 132 129 127 8.3 44.1 142 dynamic package. LxWxH 4755x2033x1494 Kerb weight 1710kg
4.0 V8 631 190 3.3-3.5 22.2 325 PHEV option and welcome cabin overhaul sustain the allure of the 2.0 Skyactiv-G 184 1.5 C200 181 136 6.5 40.4 153 221 149 7.5 38.1-43.4 149-168
firm’s best-seller. LxWxH 4660x1865x1640 Kerb weight 1990kg 2.0 C300 278 155 6.0 41.0 157
L AN D ROVE R 2.5 NX 350h 242 124 7.7-8.7 44.1 145 AAAAA 2.0 C300e
MX-5 RF 2dr open £27,625–£34,450 331 151 6.2 403.6 15
Defender 90 5dr SUV £60,705–£113,505 AAAAB 2.5 NX 450h+ PHEV 306 124 Remains perfectly poised and vibrant, even with a folding metal
6.3 256-313 20-26 2.0 C220d 218 151 7.4 57.7 129
Breadth of capability matches that of the five-door, with even roof. LxWxH 3915x1735x1230 Kerb weight 1090kg 2.0 C300d 283 155 5.8 54.4 136
more kerb appeal. LxWxH 4583x2008x1974 Kerb weight 2190kg RX 5dr SUV £59,950–£75,950 AAABC 1.5 Skyactiv-G 132 129 126 8.6 44.1 142 AMG C43 402 155 4.7 31 206
3.0 P400 398 119 6.0 25.6 256 Low flexibility, but hybrid powertrain makes a degree of economic 2.0 Skyactiv-G 184 181 124-126 7.9-8.7 37.7-40.4 155
5.0 P525 518 119 5.2 19.3-19.5 327-330 sense. LxWxH 4890x1895x1690 Kerb weight 2100kg C-Class Coupé 2dr coupé £45,875–£92,025 AAAAC
3.0 D250 246 117 8.0 32.8 226-227 3.5 V6 RX 450h 308 124 7.7 34.4 185 McLAREN Outgoing two-door keeps a nice balance of style, usability and
3.0 D300 296 119 6.7 32.7 226 Artura 2dr coupé £190,695 AAAAB driver reward. LxWxH 4696x1810x1405 Kerb weight 1505kg
LOTUS A technical marvel that wears its hybrid tech lightly. 1.5 C200 181 149 7.9 37.7-42.2 155-156
Defender 110 5dr SUV £62,405–£116,580 AAAAB Emira 2dr coupé £79,515 LxWxH 4539x1976x1193 Kerb weight 1498kg 2.0 C300 258 155 6.1 35.8-39.8 161-175
Promises, and delivers, unrivalled off-road performance with Charged with replacing the entire outgoing Lotus range. We’ve yet 3.0 V6 PHEV 671 205 3.0 61.5 104 3.0 V6 AMG C43 4Matic 385 155 4.7 28.0-29.4 221-225
on-road niceties. LxWxH 5018x2008x1967 Kerb weight 2209kg to test it. LxWxH 4413x1895x1226 Kerb weight 1405kg 4.0 V8 AMG C63 S 503 180 3.9 25.0-25.5 250
3.0 P400 398 119 6.1 24.6-24.7 260-261 2.0 360 360 176 4.2 na 195 720S 2dr coupé/open £230,980–£237,880 AAAAA 2.0 C220d 192 149 7.0 46.3-52.3 133-145
2.0 P400e 398 119 5.6 85.6 77 3.0 400 400 180 4.3 29.1 243 The start of an era for McLaren and what a way to begin it is. 2.0 C300d 4Matic 241 155 6.0 42.8-48.7 151-164
5.0 P525 518 119 5.2 19.1 334 LxWxH 4543x2059x1196 Kerb weight 1419kg
3.0 D250 246 117 8.3 32.2 230 Eletre 5dr SUV £90,805–£121,305 4.0 V8 710 212 2.9 23.2 276 C-Class Cabriolet 2dr open £49,450–£90,985 AAAAC
3.0 D300 296 119 7.0 32.2 230 Urus-sized, tech-rich, high-performance SUV marks firm’s shift to Take all the good bits about the coupé and add the ability to take
high-tech EV maker. LxWxH na Kerb weight na AAAAB the roof off. Bingo. LxWxH 4686x1810x1409 Kerb weight 1645kg 765LT 2dr coupé £282,420–£312,920
Defender 130 5dr SUV £73,895–£100,645 AAAAC 112kWh 603 na na 373 0 Longtail treatment puts a deliciously sharp edge on the 720S. 1.5 C200 181 146 7.9 36.2-40.4 167-168
Stretched version of cult off-roader packs greater practicality and 112kWh R 905 na na 304 0 LxWxH 4600x2161x1159 Kerb weight 1419kg 2.0 C300 258 155 6.3 34.0-37.7 173-184
retains polish. LxWxH 5358x2008x1970 Kerb weight 2589kg 4.0 V8 755 205 2.8 23.0 280 3.0 V6 AMG C43 4Matic 385 155 4.8 27.4-28.5 229-231
3.0 P300 295 119 8.0 24.8 258 M A S E R AT I 4.0 V8 AMG C63 S 503 174 4.1 24.4-24.8 258
3.0 P400 394 119 6.6 24.5 261 Ghibli 4dr saloon £74,920–£120,625 AAACC GT 2dr coupé £169,980 AAAAB 2.0 C220d 191 145 7.5 44.8-49.6 141-153
3.0 D300 296 119 7.5 32.1 232 Maser’s compact exec has the allure but lacks power and is poorly Woking’s most user-friendly car to date is still a McLaren first and 2.0 C300d 242 155 6.3 42.2-47.1 153-167
finished in places. LxWxH 4971x1945x1461 Kerb weight 1810kg foremost. LxWxH 4683x2095x1213 Kerb weight 1339kg
Range Rover Evoque 5dr SUV £34,010–£58,015 AAAAC 2.0 Hybrid 325 158 5.7 33.2 192 4.0 V8 612 204 3.2 23.7 270 E-Class 4dr saloon £48,775–£120,195 AAAAC
Refined, luxurious baby Range Rover has matured for its second 3.0 V6 345 166 5.5 25.2 254 A little pricey, and less sporting than its rivals, but still comfy and
generation. LxWxH 4371x1996x1649 Kerb weight 1891kg 3.0 V6 S 424 178 4.9 25.0 254 MERCEDES-BENZ luxurious. LxWxH 4923x1852x1468 Kerb weight 1680kg
2.0 P200 198 134 8.6 31.7 201 3.8 V8 572 203 4.3 23.0 279 A-Class 5dr hatch £31,890–£63,140 AAAAC 2.0 E200 194 149 7.4 38.2 165-166
2.0 P250 248 143 7.6 31.6 201 A little bit of luxury in a desirable, hatchback-sized package. 2.0 E300e 315 155 5.8 188.3 41
2.0 P300 298 150 6.4 31.3 203 Quattroporte 4dr saloon £112,105–£140,630 AAACC LxWxH 4419x1992x1440 Kerb weight 1445kg 3.0 E450 363 155 5.0 31.7 204
1.5 P300e 298 132 6.4 166.2-193.5 33-38 Now a full-sized executive limo, with some added flair. Off the pace 1.3 A180 134 134 8.9 47.9 134-138 3.0 AMG E53 4Matic+ 429 155 4.5 30.4 212-215
2.0 D165 163 120 9.8-10.1 43.4-45.9 160-171 in several key areas. LxWxH 5262x1948x1481 Kerb weight 1860kg 1.3 A200 161 140 8.1 47.9 135-145 4.0 V8 AMG E63 S 4Matic+ 603 155 3.4 22.8-23.7 277
2.0 D200 201 120 8.5 43.8 169 3.0 V6 S 424 179 5.0 24.8 257 2.0 A250e 215 146 6.7 256.8 25 2.0 E220d 191 146 7.4 53.3 139-157
3.8 V8 572 203 4.5 23.2 277 2.0 AMG A35 4Matic 302 155 4.7 33.6-35.8 184-193 2.0 E300d 261 155 6.3 47.9 153-167
Range Rover Velar 5dr SUV £46,565–£73,815 AAAAC 2.0 AMG A45 S 4Matic+ 415 168 3.9 33.6 204-207 2.0 E300de 302 149 5.9 217.3 39
The most car-like Landie ever doesn’t disappoint. Expensive, Grecale 5dr SUV £58,500–£95,590 AAABC 1.5 A180d 114 126 9.5 62.8 127-130 2.9 E400d 4Matic 325 155 5.1 42.2 176-188
though. LxWxH 4804x1930x1685 Kerb weight 1829kg For all its promise and character, it needs work if it’s to trouble the 2.0 A200d 148 137 8.1 58.9 129-139
2.0 P250 248 135 7.5 27.8-29.2 217-229 Porsche Macan. LxWxH 4847x1979x1667 Kerb weight na E-Class Estate 5dr estate £50,795–£122,195 AAAAC
3.0 P400 394 155 5.5 27.3-28.0 227-230 48V MHEV 300 Auto 296 149 5.6 32.5 198 Far more practical than its rivals, but pricier and less sporty than
2.0 P400e 398 149 5.4 na na 48V MHEV 330 Auto 325 149 5.3 32.1 199 those closest to it. LxWxH 4933x1852x1475 Kerb weight 1780kg
2.0 D200 201 130 8.2 41.6 168-178 V6 Trofeo Auto 523 177 3.8 25.2 254 2.0 E200 197 144 7.7 31.0-35.3 173-174
3.0 D300 MHEV 296 143 6.5 36.1-37.2 199-205 3.0 V6 AMG E53 4Matic+ 429 155 4.6 29.7 216-219
Levante 5dr SUV £77,205–£139,675 AAACC 4.0 V8 AMG E63 S 4Matic+ 603 180 3.5 22.6-23.3 282
Range Rover Sport 5dr SUV £80,325–£116,190 AAAAB Italian flair and good looks in abundance, but diesel not as 2.0 E220d 191 142 7.8 50.4 148-161
Bigger and better; a cut-price Range Rover rather than a jumped-up sonorous as petrols. LxWxH 5003x1968x1679 Kerb weight 2109kg 2.0 E300d 242 155 6.6 40.4-46.3 156-159
Discovery. LxWxH 4850x2073x1780 Kerb weight 2111kg 3.0 V6 339 156 6.0 22.6 283 2.0 E300de 302 146 6.0 188.3 41
3.0 P400 398 140 6.2 27.4 234 3.0 V6 S 424 164 5.2 22.4 286 2.9 E400d 4Matic 325 155 5.3 40.9 181-192
3.0 P440e 438 140 5.8 na na 3.8 V8 Trofeo 572 186 4.1 17.8 359
5.0 V8 P575 SVR 572 176 4.5 19.6 331 E-Class Coupé 2dr coupé £51,345–£76,825 AAAAC
3.0 D300 298 130 7.3 34.1 220-247 MC20 2dr coupé £206,885–£231,885 AAAAB Big, laid-back four-seat tourer. Borrows looks from the ravishing
3.0 D350 348 140 6.9 29.8 249 A triumphant return to the supercar ranks: fast and thriling, yet S-Class Coupé. LxWxH 4846x1860x1431 Kerb weight 1685kg
approachable. LxWxH 4669x1981x1693 Kerb weight 1475kg 2.0 E300 237 155 6.4 31.0 180-182
Range Rover 5dr SUV £99,375–£181,720 AAAAB 3.0 V6 621 203 2.9 24.6 262 3.0 E450 4Matic 362 155 5.0 29.1-31.4 201
Seminal luxury SUV’s new generation covers even more bases 3.0 AMG E53 4Matic+ 429 155 4.4 30.1-31.4 212-215
than before. LxWxH 5052x2047x1870 Kerb weight 2379kg 2.0 E220d 189 145 7.6 43.5-50.4 154-155

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GLE Coupé 5dr SUV £78,330–£133,000 AAAAC Qashqai 5dr SUV £26,405–£41,340 AAAAC PORSCHE
May not be your idea of a desirable luxury car, but it’s certainly an Ticks the important family car boxes, but ICE powertrain lacks 718 Boxster 2dr open £51,175–£82,270 AAAAB
effective one. LxWxH 4946x2014x1716 Kerb weight 2295kg refinement. LxWxH 4425x2084x1625 Kerb weight 1435kg Our idea of drop-top heaven. Exceptional to drive, whether cruising
3.0 AMG GLE 53 4Matic 432 155 5.3 25.7 244 1.3 DiG-T 140 138 122 10.2 44.3 143-144 or hurrying. LxWxH 4379x1801x1280 Kerb weight 1335kg
4.0 AMG GLE 63 S 4Matic 603 174 3.8 na 280 2.0 1.3 DiG-T 158 156 123 9.9 41.5-44.4 145 290 170 4.9-5.1 32.5 198
2.0 GLE 350de 4Matic 320 130 6.9 313.9 23-24 2.0 T 296 170 4.7-5.3 32.5 199
2.9 GLE 400d 4Matic 327 149 5.7 33.6 AAABC 2.5 S
219 X-Trail 5dr SUV £32,030–£47,155 339 177 4.4-4.6 29.1 229
Shortfalls on refinement and drivability, plus a slight lack of the 4.0 GTS 396 182 4.5 25.9 247
GLS 5dr SUV £88,500–£177,505 AAABC original’s character. LxWxH 4640x1820x1710 Kerb weight 1505kg 4.0 Spyder 414 189 4.4 25.4 251
The replacement for the massive GL can still seat seven in 1.3 DiG-T 160 158 123 11.5 37.8-38.5 166-173
comfort. LxWxH 5216x2030x1823 Kerb weight 2415kg 718 Cayman 2dr coupé £49,175–£116,120 AAAAA
3.0 GLS 400d 4Matic 327 148 6.3 32.8 227 NOBLE Scalpel-blade incisiveness, supreme balance and outstanding
4.0 GLS 600 Maybach 549 155 AAABC driver involvement. LxWxH 4379x1801x1295 Kerb weight 1335kg
4.9 21.4 304 M600 2dr coupé £248,000–£287,600
Deliciously natural and involving; a bit ergonomically flawed.
4.0 AMG GLS63 625 174 4.2
2.0 23.7
290 170 273
4.9-5.1 32.8 197
3.0 E300d 4Matic 242 155 6.4 42.2-47.9 166-167 LxWxH 4360x1910x1120 Kerb weight 1198kg 2.0 T 296 170 4.9-5.3 35.5 198
2.9 E400d 4Matic 325 155 5.3 na 189 G-Class 5dr SUV £131,095–£289,500 AAABC 4.4 V8 662 225 3.0 16.8 333 2.5 S 339 177 4.4-4.6 29.1 228
Massively expensive and compromised, but with character in 4.0 GTS 396 182 4.5 25.9 247
E-Class Cabriolet 2dr open £57,095–£80,735 AAAAC abundance. LxWxH 4866x1984x1969 Kerb weight 2550kg ORA 4.0 GT4 414 188 4.4 25.7 251
Refined and sophisticated four-seater in the same mould as the 3.0 400d 4Matic 325 130 6.4 25.7 281-282 Funky Cat 5dr hatch £31,995 AAAAC 4.0 GT4 RS 493 196 3.4 21.4 299
S-Class Cabriolet. LxWxH 4846x1860x1429 Kerb weight 1780kg 4.0 V8 AMG G63 4Matic 578 137 4.5 18.6-18.8 373 A charismatic and good-value electric hatchback from China’s
2.0 E300 237 155 6.6 30.0 189-190 Great Wall Motor. LxWxH 4235x1825x1603 Kerb weight 1540kg 911 2dr coupé £91,870–£216,620 AAAAB
3.0 E450 4Matic 362 155 5.8 28.8-30.7 208 AMG GT 2dr coupé/open £108,390–£377,120 AAAAC 126kW 48kWh 169 99 8.3 193 0 Wider, eighth-generation 911 is still eminently fast, and capable at
3.0 AMG E53 4Matic 429 155 4.5 29.7-30.7 217-219 Million-dollar looks and a railgun V8, but extremely firm chassis all speeds. LxWxH 4519x1852x1300 Kerb weight 1565kg
2.0 E220d 189 147 7.8 42.8-48.7 162-163 affects its usability. LxWxH 4544x1939x1287 Kerb weight 1615kg PEUGEOT 3.0 Carrera 380 182 4.0 27.4 233
2.0 E300d 242 155 6.6 40.9-46.3 172 4.0 V8 GT 522 193-194 3.7-3.8 21.9-22.1 289-290 208 3dr/5dr hatch £20,340–£34,595 AAABC 3.0 Carrera 4 380 180 4.0 26.9 238
2.9 E400d 4Matic 325 155 5.4 na 193 4.0 V8 GT R 577 198 3.6 22.1 289 A big improvement for Peugeot, if not for the supermini class. 3.0 Carrera S 444 191 3.7 27.4 234
4.0 V8 GT Black Series 718 202 3.2 22.1 292 LxWxH 3475x1615x1460 Kerb weight 1065kg 3.0 Carrera 4S 444 190 3.4 26.9 239
CLS 4dr saloon £75,440–£86,540 AAAAC 1.2 PureTech 75 72 106 14.9 58.9 124 3.0 Carrera GTS 473 193 3.4 24.8-26.4 244-258
Retains the sleek coupé style and has more tech – without losing MG 1.2 PureTech 100 98 117 9.9 53.0 124-126 3.0 Carrera 4 GTS 473 193 3.3 24.8-26.6 240-259
its allure. LxWxH 4996x1896x1436 Kerb weight 1935kg 3 5dr hatch £13,795–£15,495 AAABC 1.2 PureTech 130 128 129 8.7 51.9 128 3.0 Targa 4 380 179 4.4 26.9 239
3.0 V6 AMG CLS 53 4Matic+ 429 155 4.5 29.7 216 Neatly tuned and nice sporty styling. Breaks the mould for budget 50kWh e-208 136 93 8.1 194-217 0 3.0 Targa 4S 444 189 3.8 26.4 244
3.0 CLS 400d 4Matic 325 155 5.0 38.7 191 superminis. LxWxH 4018x1729x1507 Kerb weight 1125kg 1.5 BlueHDi 100 99 117 10.2 70 109-110 3.0 Targa 4 GTS 473 193 3.4 24.8-27.1 236-258
1.5 VTi-Tech 104 108 10.9 42.3 152 4.0 GT3 503 199 3.4 21.7-21.9 283-304
S-Class 4dr saloon £82,965–£216,960 AAAAB 308 5dr hatch £27,130–£41,140 AAAAC 3.7 Turbo 572 199 2.8 23.5 271
Bristling with technology, luxury and performance. Sets new class 5 SW EV 5dr estate £30,995–£33,495 AAABC Brings electrification and design flair but retains the old model’s 3.7 Turbo S 641 205 2.7 23.5 271
standards. LxWxH 5125x1899x1493 Kerb weight 1990kg Segment-first electric estate could be all the real-world EV you dynamic character. LxWxH 4365x1850x1441 Kerb weight 1288kg Sport Classic 542 205 4.1 22.4 285
3.0 S500 440 155 4.9 29.7-35.3 181-201 need. LxWxH 4544x1729x1509 Kerb weight 1532kg 1.2 PureTech 130 131 130 9.7 52.1 122
3.0 S580e 510 155 5.2 353.1 19 61kWh 154 115 7.7 250 0 1.6 Hybrid 180 140 7.6 213-281 23-30 911 Cabriolet 2dr open £101,870–£181,320 AAAAC
3.0 S580 Maybach 503 144 4.8 26.2 253-265 1.6 Hybrid 225 225 146 8.0 213-266 24-30 Fewer compromises than ever, if rewarding only at full attack.
6.0 V12 S680 Maybach 612 155 4.5 19.8 325 ZS 5dr SUV £17,795–£35,495 AAACC 1.5 BlueHDi 131 129 10.6 65.4 113-114 LxWxH 4519x1852x1297 Kerb weight 1585kg
2.9 S350d 286 155 6.4 39.8-42.8 173-190 Much improved on previous MGs, but still lacks the sophistication 3.0 Carrera 380 180 4.4 27.2 236
2.9 S400d 328 155 5.4 38.2-38.7 192-196 of its closest rivals. LxWxH 4314x1809x1611 Kerb weight 1190kg 308 SW 5dr estate £28,330–£42,340 AAAAC 3.0 Carrera 4 380 180 4.4 26.9 238
1.5 VTi-Tech 104 109 10.9 41.5 155 Blends character and practicality, without compromising on the 3.0 Carrera S 444 190 4.4 27.4 233
EQS 5dr saloon £105,610–£170,855 AAAAB 1.0T GDi 109 112 12.4 38.6 166 hatchback’s style. LxWxH 4635x2062x1442 Kerb weight 1345kg 3.0 Carrera 4S 444 188 3.6 26.6 241
Luxurious in every respect and a tantalising showcase for the 45kWh EV 143 87 8.5 163 0 1.2 PureTech 130 131 130 9.9 52.1 122 3.0 Carrera GTS 473 192 3.6 26.9 239
future. LxWxH 5032x1899x1411 Kerb weight 2480kg 73kWh EV 156 108 8.4 273 0 1.6 Hybrid 180 139 7.7 213-281 25-30 3.0 Carrera 4 GTS 473 191 3.5 25.0 244
108kW 450+ 4Matic 325 130 6.2 412-453 0 1.6 Hybrid 225 225 146 7.6 213-266 26-30 3.7 Turbo 572 199 2.9 23.3 275
AMG EQS 53 4Matic+ 649 155 3.8 377 0 HS 5dr SUV £23,495–£33,595 AAACC 1.5 BlueHDi 131 129 10.9 65.0 113-114 3.7 Turbo S 641 205 2.8 23.3 275
Goes big on metal for the money but covers its budget roots with
AMG GT 4-Door Coupé 4dr saloon £141,855–£173,640 AAAAB mixed success. LxWxH 4574x1876x1664 Kerb weight 1489kg 408 5dr hatch £31,050–£46,500 AAAAC Panamera 4dr saloon £74,970–£145,970 AAAAA
Four-door, four-wheel-drive GT is confusing to contemplate but 1.5 T-GDi 162 118 9.9 36.2-37.2 168 Comfortable, spacious, stylish companion targets fleet buyers and Revamped big saloon is an absolute belter, making it almost the
impressive to drive. LxWxH 5054x1953x1447 Kerb weight 2100kg 1.5 T-GDi PHEV 254 118 7.1 155.8 43 hits the bullseye. LxWxH 4687x1859x1478 Kerb weight 1467kg perfect grand tourer. LxWxH 5049x1937x1423 Kerb weight 1815kg
4.0 V8 GT63 S 4Matic+ 630 196 3.2 21.4-22.1 294-298 2.9 V6 325 168 5.61.2 PureTech 130
27.7 232 131 130 na na 137
MINI 2.9 V6 4 325 167 5.31.6 Hybrid
27.2 235 180 140 na na 154
GLA 5dr SUV £37,645–£69,005 AAABC 3dr Hatch 3dr hatch £22,565–£34,945 2.9 V6 4S 434 183 AAAAB 1.6 Hybrid 225
4.3 27.4 234 222 145 7.8 211.3-269.5 28
Not the most practical crossover but good looking and very decent Three-pot engines and cleverly designed interior make the Mini a 2.9 V6 4 E-Hybrid 456 174 4.4 78.5-85.6 60
to drive. LxWxH 4417x1804x1494 Kerb weight 1395kg superb choice. LxWxH 3821x1727x1414 Kerb weight 1190kg 508 4dr saloon £33,945–£54,775 AAAAC 2.9 V6 4S E-Hybrid 552 185 3.7 78.5-85.6 60
1.6 GLA 180 120 124 8.7-9.0 35.3-40.4 151-155 1.5 One 101 121 10.1-10.2 49.6 130 Stylish and likeable but lacking the polish of more premium rivals. 4.0 V8 GTS 473 186 3.9 23.3 275
1.6 GLA 200 152 134 8.1-8.4 34.9-39.8 151-155 1.5 Cooper 134 130 7.8-7.9 48.7-49.6 130-132 LxWxH 4750x1859x1430 Kerb weight 1535kg 4.0 V8 Turbo S 621 196 3.1 22.1 289
1.3 GLA 250e 135 137 7.1 201.8 31 2.0 Cooper S 189 145-146 6.7-6.8 44.1 145 1.2 PureTech 130 131 127 8.1 49.1 129 4.0 V8 Turbo S E-Hybrid 690 196 3.2 97.4-104.6 62-66
2.0 GLA 250 4Matic 204 143 6.6 32.5-35.8 172-174 2.0 John Cooper Works 227 152 6.1-6.3 39.8 160 1.6 Hybrid 223 155 8.3 166.0-235.0 27-38
2.0 AMG GLA 35 4Matic 302 155 5.2 32.5 186-198 1.6 Hybrid PSE 355 155 5.2 141.2 42 Panamera Sport Turismo 5dr estate £80,170–£149,170 AAAAB
2.0 AMG GLA 45 S 4Matic+ 415 155 4.3 28.8 215-224 Electric 3dr hatch £29,000–£35,050 AAAAC 1.5 BlueHDi 130 126 126 10.0 62.0 124 The Panamera in a more practical form, and now it’s a good-looking
2.0 GLA 200d 150 127 8.6-8.9 52.3 121 Won’t break records on range or usability, but has plenty of zip and beast. LxWxH 5049x1937x1428 Kerb weight 1880kg
2.0 GLA 220d 188 136 7.3 49.6 141-149 driver appeal. LxWxH 3850x1727x1414 Kerb weight 1440kg 508 SW 5dr estate £35,695–£56,575 AAACC 2.9 V6 4 325 163 5.3 26.4 242
33kWh 180 93 7.3 144 0 Bodystyle takes the edge off the 508’s style yet doesn’t fully 2.9 V6 4S 434 180 4.3 26.4 242
EQA 5dr SUV £52,010–£60,510 AAACC address practicality. LxWxH 4778x1859x1420 Kerb weight 1430kg 2.9 V6 4 E-Hybrid 456 174 4.4 78.5-85.6 60
A competent but entirely average electric SUV. For the money, we Convertible 2dr open £25,465–£38,145 AAABC 1.2 PureTech 130 131 127 8.3 49.1 129 2.9 V6 4S E-Hybrid 552 182 3.7 78.5-85.6 60
expect better. LxWxH 4463x1834x1624 Kerb weight 1965kg A fun open-top car but compromised on practicality and dynamics. 1.6 Hybrid 223 155 8.3 166.0-235.0 27-38 4.0 V8 GTS 473 181 3.9 22.8 280
67kWh 250 188 99 8.5 255-264 0 LxWxH 3821x1727x1415 Kerb weight 1280kg 1.6 Hybrid PSE 355 155 5.2 141.2 42 4.0 V8 Turbo S 621 196 3.1 21.7 295
67kWh 300 4Matic 228 99 7.7 260-268 0 1.5 Cooper 134 128 8.8 46.3 138-139 1.5 BlueHDi 130 126 129 10.1 62.0 127 4.0 V8 Turbo S E-Hybrid 690 196 3.2 94.2-97.4 65-69
67kWh 350 4Matic 292 99 6.0 268 0 2.0 Cooper S 175 143 7.2 42.2 151
2.0 John Cooper Works 227 150 6.6 39.2 165 2008 5dr SUV £24,295–£39,850 AAAAC Taycan 4dr saloon £75,555–£142,455 AAAAB
GLB 5dr SUV £39,765–£53,295 AAABC Compact crossover has most rivals licked, but class is still waiting First all-electric Porsche shows the rest of the world how it should
Boxy SUV mixes rough-and-tumble styling cues and seven-seat 5dr Hatch 5dr hatch £23,225–£31,760 AAAAB for a game-changer. LxWxH 4300x1770x1550 Kerb weight 1205kg be done. LxWxH 4963x1966x1381 Kerb weight 2305kg
versatility. LxWxH 4634x1834x1659 Kerb weight 1555kg Mini charm in a more usable package, but still not as practical as 1.2 PureTech 100 98 115 10.9 52.0 125-127 79kWh 405 143 5.4 220-268 0
1.3 GLB 200 160 129 9.1 40.4 160-165 rivals. LxWxH 3982x1727x1425 Kerb weight 1240kg 1.2 PureTech 130 128 122 8.9 50.6 132 79kWh 4S 527 155 4.0 252 0
2.0 AMG GLB 35 302 155 5.2 32.5 198 1.5 One 101 119 10.6 49.6 130 1.2 PureTech 155 153 129 8.2 46.6 141 93kWh 472 143 5.4 253-301 0
2.0 GLB 200d 148 127 9.0 47.9 149-156 1.5 Cooper 134 129 8.4 48.7-49.6 131-132 50kWh e-2008 136 93 8.5 191-206 0 93kWh 4S 563 155 4.0 287 0
2.0 GLB 220d 188 135 7.6 47.9 156-158 2.0 Cooper S 175 146 6.9 44.1-45.6 141-146 1.5 BlueHDi 98 115 11.4 62.7 118-120 93kWh GTS 590 155 3.7 273 0
93kWh Turbo 670 161 3.2 280 0
EQB 5dr SUV £55,310–£62,810 AAACC Clubman 5dr hatch £27,015–£40,305 AAAAC 3008 5dr SUV £32,605–£49,640 AAAAC 93kWh Turbo S 751 161 2.8 256 0
Part-time third row still a rarity in premium electric cars. Otherwise Cheery and alternative Mini ‘six-door’ takes the brand into new Cleverly packaged Peugeot offers just enough SUV DNA to make
unremarkable. LxWxH 4463x1834x1624 Kerb weight 2030kg territory. LxWxH 4253x1800x1441 Kerb weight 1375kg the difference. LxWxH 4447x2098x1624 Kerb weight 1250kg Taycan Sport Turismo 5dr estate £76,555–£143,455 AAAAB
67kWh 300 228 99 7.7 257 0 1.5 Cooper 134 128 9.2 47.1 136-137 1.2 PureTech 130 126 117 10.5-10.8 37.2 146-149 Less rugged than the Cross Turismo, but no less capable.
67kWh 350 292 99 6.0 257 0 2.0 Cooper S 175 142 7.3 42.2 152-153 1.6 Hybrid 223 146 5.9 157-222 29 LxWxH 4963x2144x1390 Kerb weight 2250kg
2.0 John Cooper Works All4 302 155 4.9 38.2 169 1.6 Hybrid4 298 149 5.9
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GLC 5dr SUV £53,765–£74,460 AAAAC 1.5 BlueHDi 130 126 119 9.5
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Not exactly exciting to drive, but does luxury and refinement Countryman 5dr hatch £28,815–£42,650 AAABC 93kWh 472 143 5.4 259-306 0
better than most. LxWxH 4656x1890x1639 Kerb weight 1735kg Bigger than before, but still more funky than useful. Still not all that 5008 5dr SUV £36,570–£42,610 AAAAC 93kWh 4S 563 155 4.0 259-306 0
2.0 GLC 300 4Matic 255 149 6.2 34.4 187-198 pretty, either. LxWxH 4299x2005x1557 Kerb weight 1440kg Less MPV, more SUV, and shares its siblings’ good looks. Competent 93kWh GTS 590 155 3.7 263-304 0
2.0 GLC 300e 4Matic 320 143 5.7 122.8 53 1.5 Cooper 136 124 9.7 44.8 143 to drive, too. LxWxH 4641x1844x1640 Kerb weight 1511kg 93kWh Turbo 670 155 3.2 263-305 0
3.0 V6 AMG GLC 43 4Matic 388 155 4.9 27.4 233-245 1.5 Cooper All4 136 122 10.3 40.9 157-158 1.2 PureTech 130 126 117 10.4-10.9 46.0 150-153 93kWh Turbo S 751 155 2.8 267-285 0
4.0 V8 AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic+ 502 155 3.8 22.7 294-296 1.5 Cooper S E All4 PHEV 217 122 6.8 156.9 41 1.6 PureTech 180 178 135 8.3 39.6 168-170
2.0 GLC 220d 4Matic 191 134 7.9 47.9 154-167 2.0 Cooper S 192 140 7.5-7.6 42.2-42.8 151-152 1.5 BlueHDi 130 129 119 10.7 57.3 139-142 Taycan Cross Turismo 5dr estate £84,555–£143,455 AAAAB
2.0 GLC 300d 4Matic 242 144 6.5 42.8 178-179 2.0 Cooper S All4 192 138 7.6 40.4 158-159 2.0 BlueHDi 180 175 131 9.1 47.3 164-166 Melds together two vehicle types, and somehow hangs together,
2.0 GLC 300de 4Matic 302 143 6.2 148.7 50 2.0 John Cooper Works All4 302 155 5.1 37.2 174 brilliantly. LxWxH 4974x2144x1409 Kerb weight 2320kg
93kWh 4 472 137 5.1 P I N I N FA R I N A
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GLC Coupé 5dr SUV £53,080–£99,960 AAAAC MORGAN AAAAC 93kWh 4S Battista 2dr coupé £2,000,000
563 149 4.1 241-281 0
A coupé-shaped SUV destined to be outrun by the X4 – unless Plus Four 2dr open £63,635 AAABC Considering its ridiculous power, that it’s such a joy to drive is a 93kWh GTS 590 155 3.7 273 0
you’re in an AMG. LxWxH 4732x1890x1602 Kerb weight 1785kg Morgan’s four-cylinder lifeblood model gets 21st-century marvel in itself. LxWxH na Kerb weight 2200kg 93kWh Turbo 670 155 3.3 245-281 0
2.0 GLC 300 4Matic 255 149 6.3 32.8 195-202 underpinnings. LxWxH 3830x1500x1250 Kerb weight 1013kg 1417kW 120kWh 1900 217 2.0 311 0 93kWh Turbo S 751 155 2.9 241-260 0
2.0 GLC 300e 4Matic 320 143 5.7 104.6 52-54 2.0 255 149 5.1 38.8 165
3.0 V6 AMG GLC 43 4Matic 388 155 4.9 27.7 232-242 P O L E S TA R Macan 5dr SUV £52,870–£70,870 AAAAB
4.0 V8 AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic+ 502 155 3.8 22.1 290-291 Plus Six 2dr open £82,995 AAABC 2 5dr hatch £43,150–£52,950 AAAAC Spookily good handling makes this a sports utility vehicle in the
2.0 GLC 220d 4Matic 191 135 7.9 44.1 167-173 Feels like progress in lots of ways, but not yet the driver’s car it High-rise saloon takes the EV off in a development direction all of purest sense. LxWxH 4696x1923x1624 Kerb weight 1770kg
2.0 GLC 300d 4Matic 242 145 6.6 40.9 182-184 might be. LxWxH 3890x1756x1220 Kerb weight 1075kg its own. LxWxH 4607x1859x1478 Kerb weight 2048kg 2.0 263 144 6.4 26.4 228
2.0 GLC 300de 4Matic 302 143 6.2 134.5 55 3.0 335 166 4.2 38.2 180 63kWh Standard Range 221 99 7.4 273 0 2.0 T 263 144 6.4 26.4 224-239
78kWh Long Range 228 99 7.4 317 0 3.0 V6 S 377 161 4.8 25.4 251
EQC 5dr SUV £72,335–£81,225 AAAAB NISSAN 78kWh Long Range AWD 402 127 4.2 298 0 3.0 GTS 438 169 4.5 25.0 255
Brisk, tidy-handling electric SUV has everything needed to do well Micra 5dr hatch £17,235–£20,315 AAAAC
on UK roads. LxWxH 4762x1884x1624 Kerb weight 2495kg Refreshed look and better handling makes it an enticing choice. Cayenne 5dr SUV £66,120–£134,265 AAAAB
80kWh 400 4Matic 408 112 5.1 244-255 0 Has its flaws, though. LxWxH 3991x1743x1455 Kerb weight 1490kg Refreshed look, improved engines and interior, and a better SUV
1.0 IG-T 92 91 111 11.8 50.4 123-129 overall. LxWxH 4926x2194x1673 Kerb weight 2175kg
GLE 5dr SUV £73,305–£123,725 AAAAC 3.0 V6 335 152 6.2 22.6-24.6 259-283
The ML replacement isn’t inspiring to drive but does come with a Leaf 5dr hatch £28,995–£36,445 AAAAC 3.0 V6 E-Hybrid 456 157 5.0 76.3-91.1 71-83
classy interior. LxWxH 4819x2141x1796 Kerb weight 2165kg Better looks, better value and better range from this second-gen 2.9 V6 S 340 152 6.2 21.9-23.9 268-292
2.9 GLE 450 4Matic 362 155 5.7 32.5 229 electric hatch. LxWxH 4387x1768x1520 Kerb weight 1245kg 4.0 V8 GTS 453 168 4.8 20.0-21.2 301-219
2.0 GLE 300d 4Matic 242 140 7.2 39.2 198-207 40kWh 147 90 7.9 168 0 4.0 V8 Turbo 542 178 4.1 20.0-20.9 305-319
2.9 GLE 350d 4Matic 268 143 6.6 36.2 206-214 62kWh 214 98 6.9-7.3 239 0 4.0 V8 S E-Hybrid 671 183 3.8 68.9-74.3 86-92
2.0 GLE 350de 4Matic 317 130 6.8 256.8 29
2.9 GLE 400d 4Matic 328 152 5.7 35.3 220 Juke 5dr hatch £20,695–£30,425 AAABC Cayenne Coupé 5dr SUV £69,520–£149,930 AAAAC
3.0 V6 AMG GLE 53 4Matic+ 432 155 5.3 26.7 246-248 Second-generation crossover is impressive in some respects, but Little different to drive from the standard car but certainly has an
4.0 V8 AMG GLE 63 S 4Matic+ 603 155 3.8 na 281 outstanding in few. LxWxH 4135x1765x1565 Kerb weight 1605kg appeal all of its own. LxWxH 4931x1983x1676 Kerb weight 2030kg
1.0 DiG-T 114 114 112 10.7 47.9 134-139 3.0 V6 335 150 6.0 22.6-24.4 263-283

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3.0 V6 E-Hybrid 456 157 5.1 76.3-88.3 73-85 Enyaq iV 5dr SUV £38,970–£51,765 AAAAC
2.9 V6 S 428 163 5.0 21.9-23.5 271-292 Practical, rangy and well priced. Hits a sweet spot in the EV market.
4.0 V8 GTS 453 168 4.5 20.2-21.2 302-318 LxWxH 4649x1879x1621 Kerb weight 1917kg
4.0 V8 Turbo 533 178 3.9 20..0-20.9 307-319 62kWh 60 177 99 8.7 256 0
4.0 V8 S E-Hybrid 671 183 3.8 68.9-74.3 87-92 82kWh 80 201 99 8.5 331 0
4.0 V8 GT 632 186 3.1 20.0 319 82kWh 80x Sportline 263 99 6.9 303 0
RADICAL Enyaq Coupé iV 5dr SUV £54,370 AAABC
Rapture 0dr open £110,000 AAABC More style-led EV is the first to wear Skoda’s performance badge.
Not as well mannered as some lightweights but spectacular in its LxWxH 4653x1882x1660 Kerb weight 2204kg
track-day element. LxWxH 4100x1790x1130 Kerb weight 765kg 82kWh vRS 299 111 6.4 312 0
2.2 Turbo 360 165 3.1 na na
Kodiaq 5dr SUV £33,485–£48,075 AAAAC
RXC GT 2dr open £145,000 AAABC Skoda’s first seven-seat SUV is a viable alternative to a traditional
Designed for pounding around a track; out of its element on the Ateca 5dr SUV £26,395–£38,270 AAAAB MPV. LxWxH 4697x1882x1676 Kerb weight 1430kg Model Y 5dr SUV £44,990–£59,990 AAAAC
road. LxWxH 4300x1960x1127 Kerb weight 1125kg Seat’s first SUV is very good. So good, in fact, it’s a Qashqai beater. 1.5 TSI 150 148 123 9.3 37.2-39.2 164-172 A compelling proposition, with respectable dynamics and a long
3.5 V6 400 400 179 2.8 na na LxWxH 4363x1841x1601 Kerb weight 1280kg 2.0 TSI 190 4x4 188 132 7.8 32.1-32.5 196-200 range. LxWxH 4751x2129x1624 Kerb weight 2072kg
3.5 V6 650 650 180 2.7
1.0 TSI 110 108 112 na na 11.3 44.1-46.3 139-146 2.0 vRS 242 144 6.6 32.5 198 Long Range 434 133 5.0 315 0
1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 124 9 42.2-43.5 149-152 2.0 TDI 150 148 123 9.8 46.3-47.9 154-161 Performance 563 155 3.5 303 0
R E N A U LT 2.0 TSI 190 188 133 7.1 34.9-35.3 181-183 2.0 TDI 150 4x4 148 120 9.6 44.8-47.9 155-165
Clio 5dr hatch £18,895–£23,995 AAAAC 2.0 TDI 116 114 115 10.9 54.3-55.4 135-137 2.0 TDI 200 4x4 197 131 7.8 41.5-42.5 175-178 Model X 5dr SUV £98,980–£110,980 AAAAB
Plusher, smoother and much more mature. A car of substance as 2.0 TDI 150 148 126 9.3 55.4-58.9 141-166 A genuine luxury seven-seat electric SUV that also has a large
well as style. LxWxH 4047x1728x1440 Kerb weight 1148kg 2.0 TDI 150 4Drive 148 122 8.7 47.1-48.7 141-166 SMART range. LxWxH 5036x2070x1684 Kerb weight 2459kg
1.0 TCe 90 88 112 12.2 54.4 117 EQ Fortwo 3dr hatch/open £22,225–£23,375 AABCC AWD 670 155 3.8 348 0
1.6 E-Tech Hybrid 138 112 9.3 65.7 96 Tarraco 5dr SUV £32,255–£44,170 AAAAC Pricey, EV-only two-seater has urban appeal but is short on Plaid 1020 163 2.5 340 0
Seat’s largest SUV brings a hint of youthful exuberance to a performance. LxWxH 2695x1663x1555 Kerb weight 1085kg
Zoe 5dr hatch £29,995–£31,995 AAABC practical category. LxWxH 4735x1839x1674 Kerb weight 1845kg 17kWh 79 81 11.6-11.9 81-84 0 T OYO TA
A far more practical zero-emission solution. Attractive price, too. 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 124 9.9 38.7-41.5 155-166 Aygo X 3dr hatch £15,095–£16,280 AAABC
LxWxH 4084x1730x1562 Kerb weight 1470kg 2.0 TSI 4Drive 190 188 130 7.8 31.0-31.7 201-207 EQ Forfour 5dr hatch £22,295–£23,445 AABCC City car returns from SUV boot camp ready for the ultimate series
50kWh R135 132 87 9.5 232 0 2.0 TSI 245 242 142 6.3 32.1-32.8 195-200 Four doors bring more mainstream practicality, but still hobbled by of speed bumps. LxWxH 3700x1740x1525 Kerb weight 1360kg
2.0 TDI 150 148 124 10.2 49.6-52.3 144-150 low range. LxWxH 3495x1665x1554 Kerb weight 1200kg 1.0 VVT-i 71 98 14.9 57.6 110
Captur 5dr SUV £22,295–£33,895 AAAAC 2.0 TDI 200 4Drive 197 130 7.8 41.5-42.8 172-178 17kWh 79 81 12.7 84 0
Jacked-up Clio is among the better downsized options. Stylish and Yaris 5dr hatch £21,110–£25,070 AAABC
fluent-riding. LxWxH 4122x1778x1566 Kerb weight 1184kg S KO DA S S A N G YO N G Stylish interior but ultimately a scaled-down version of bigger
1.0 TCe 90 89 104 14 47.9 133-134 Fabia 5dr hatch £17,990–£21,125 AAAAC Tivoli 5dr SUV £19,645–£23,395 AAABC Toyotas. LxWxH 3495x1695x1510 Kerb weight 1310kg
1.6 E-Tech Hybrid 140 106 10.6 56.5 113-114 Strong ergonomics and fine road manners – if you buy one of the Trails the Duster as the best-value small crossover – but not by 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid 114 109 9.7 65.7-68.9 92-98
1.6 E-Tech PHEV 156 107 10.1 217.3 30-33 more powerful models. LxWxH 4108x1780x1459 Kerb weight 1119kg much. LxWxH 4195x1795x1590 Kerb weight 1270kg
1.0 MPI 80 78 111 15.6 55.4 116 1.2P 128 126 112 10.6 47.9 158 GR Yaris 5dr hatch £31,070–£34,670 AAAAA
Kadjar 5dr SUV £26,295–£27,895 AAABC 1.0 TSI 93 121 10.7 55.4 115-116 1.5P 163 160 112 na 42.8 161-164 Focused, exhilarating all-wheel-drive hot hatch is the most exciting
Fine value, practical, decent to drive and good-looking, but the 1.0 TSI 110 109 127 9.9 57.6 113-127 1.6D 136 130 108 na 50.4 145 Toyota in ages. LxWxH 3995x1805x1455 Kerb weight 975kg
Qashqai is classier. LxWxH 4449x1836x1607 Kerb weight 1306kg 1.6 AWD 253 143 5.5 na 186
1.3 TCe 140 138 124 9.8 45.6 143-147 Scala 5dr hatch £20,120–£26,430 AAAAC Korando 5dr SUV £21,795–£32,215 AAACC
Undercuts rivals on price and ushers in a sharp new design Competitive towing capabilities and generous kit, but still lacks Corolla 5dr hatch £30,210–£35,145 AAAAC
Arkana 5dr SUV £26,795–£32,295 AAABC language for Skoda. LxWxH 4362x1793x1471 Kerb weight 1381kg dynamics. LxWxH 4450x1870x1629 Kerb weight 1610kg Rebranded hatch has rolling refinement, interior ambience and
Showy styling clothes an eminently sensible but unspectacular 1.0 TSI 95 94 118 10.9 53.3 119-120 1.5 GDi-Turbo 160 119 12.0 37.2 172 affable handling. LxWxH 4370x1790x1435 Kerb weight 1340kg
car. LxWxH 4568x1820x1576 Kerb weight 1435kg 1.0 TSI 110 108 123 10.1 51.4-53.3 120-124 1.6 D 2WD 133 112 12.0 45.2 159-164 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid 122 111 9.2 57.6-62.8 102-112
1.3 TCe Mild Hybrid 140 138 127 9.8 48.7 132 1.5 TSI 150 148 137 8.1 50.4-51.4 125-128 1.6 D 4WD 133 112 12.0 41.5 178 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid 180 111 7.5 53.3-57.6 111-120
1.6 E-Tech Hybrid 145 143 107 10.8 58.9 108 e-Motion 140kW 61.5kWh 187 97 9.0 294 0
Octavia 5dr hatch £23,650–£37,055 AAAAC Corolla Touring Sports 5dr estate £31,545–£36,860 AAAAC
Mégane E-Tech Electric 5dr SUV £36,995–£40,995 AAAAC Does comfort and practicality like no other. Good, frugal engines Rexton 5dr SUV £38,600–£45,745 AAABC More practical estate bodystyle proves just as capable with hybrid
More fun than most EVs while also efficient, comfortable and too. LxWxH 4689x1829x1470 Kerb weight 1225kg A vast improvement. Better on the road but without ditching its power. LxWxH 4650x1790x1435 Kerb weight 1440kg
tech-savvy. LxWxH 4200x1860x1505 Kerb weight 1708kg 1.0 TSI 110 113 129 10.8 54.3-56.5 115-117 argicultural roots. LxWxH 4850x1960x1825 Kerb weight 2102kg 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid 122 111 9.2 56.5-62.8 103-113
EV60 160kW 60kWh 215 99 7.5
1.5 TSI 150 280 0 148 143 8.5 52.3-53.3 121-123 2.2d 181 178 115 11.3-11.9 32.9 205-227 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid 180 111 7.5 53.3-56.5 112-121
2.0 TSI vRS 242 155 6.8 40.9 157
RI MAC 2.0 TDI 116 114 131 10.2 68.9 109 SUBARU Prius 5dr hatch £24,890–£35,400 AAAAC
Nevera 2dr coupé £2,000,000 AAAAC 2.0 TDI 150 148 143 8.7 64.2-67.3 109-115 Outback 5dr estate £36,845–£42,345 AABCC Better all round compared with its predecessors. Challenging
Electric hypercar from Croatian specialist is sibling of fantastic 2.0 TDI 200 vRS 197 154 7.4 56.5 130 Acceptable in isolation, but no class leader. looks, though. LxWxH 4540x1760x1470 Kerb weight 1375kg
Pininfarina Battista. LxWxH 4750x1986x1208 Kerb weight 2150kg 2.0 TDI 200 vRS 4x4 197 150 6.8 51.4 145 LxWxH 4815x1840x1605 Kerb weight 1612kg 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid 120 112 10.6 58.9-67.3 94-109
1427kW 120kWh 1914 256 2.0 340 0 2.5i 172 130 10.2 33.0 193
Octavia Estate 5dr estate £24,630–£38,295 AAAAC AAAAC
Prius Plug-in Hybrid 5dr hatch £32,645–£34,745
R O L L S - R OYC E Class-leading amount of space and practicality. Comfortable, too. Forester 5dr SUV £37,885–£40,885 AAACC Plug-in version is clever and appealing. Seems more comfortable in
Wraith 2dr coupé £282,220–£324,220 AAAAB LxWxH 4667x1814x1465 Kerb weight 1247kg Solid, spacious and wilfully unsexy. A capable 4x4 nonetheless. its skin. LxWxH 4645x1760x1470 Kerb weight 1530kg
An intimate and involving Rolls. Not as grand as some, but other 1.0 TSI 110 113 125 11 53.3-54.3 118-119 LxWxH 4610x1795x1735 Kerb weight 1488kg 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid 120 101 11.1 188.3-217.3 29-35
traits make it great. LxWxH 5285x1947x1507 Kerb weight 2360kg 1.5 TSI 150 148 139 8.6 50.4-52.3 123-126 2.0i e-Boxer 148 117 11.8 34.7 185
6.6 V12 624 155 4.6 18.5-18.6 347-348 2.0 TSI vRS 242 155 6.8 40.4 159 Yaris Cross 5dr SUV £24,840–£31,465 AAABC
2.0 TDI 116 114 128 10.3 67.3 111 XV 5dr SUV £33,195–£35,195 AAACC A credible compact SUV, buoyed by good driving dynamics and
Dawn 2dr open £305,620–£347,620 AAAAB 2.0 TDI 150 148 139 8.6 62.8-65.7 112-118 No-nonsense crossover doesn’t quite make enough sense. efficiency. LxWxH 4180x1765x1595 Kerb weight 1175kg
Essentially as Wraith, except with a detuned engine and in elegant 2.0 TDI 200 vRS 197 152 7.5 55.4 132 LxWxH 4450x1780x1615 Kerb weight 1355kg 1.5 Hybrid 114 106 11.2 56.5-64.2 100-112
convertible form. LxWxH 5295x1947x1502 Kerb weight 2560kg 2.0 TDI 200 vRS 4x4 197 147 7.1 50.4 147 2.0i e-Boxer 148 120 10.7 35.7 180 1.5 Hybrid AWD 114 106 11.8 55.4 115
6.6 V12 563 155 5.0 16.8-17.4 367-380
Superb 5dr hatch £30,255–£44,140 AAAAC Solterra 5dr SUV £49,995–£52,995 AAAAC C-HR 5dr SUV £29,920–£36,050 AAAAC
Ghost 4dr saloon £275,020–£320,020 AAAAC Another great Czech value option that’s big on quality and space if The classic Subaru traits are all carried over into the firm’s first EV. Coupé-shaped crossover certainly turns heads and impresses on
‘A ffordable’ Rolls is a more driver-focused car than the Phantom. not on price. LxWxH 4869x1864x1469 Kerb weight 1340kg LxWxH 4690x1860x1650 Kerb weight 2015kg the road. LxWxH 4360x1795x1565 Kerb weight 1320kg
Still hugely special. LxWxH 5399x1948x1550 Kerb weight 2360kg 1.5 TSI 150 148 137 9.2 40.4-44.8 142-157 150kW 71.4kWh 215 99 6.9 289 0 1.8 Hybrid 119 105 11.0 57.7-58.9 109-110
6.6 V12 563 155 4.9-5.0
18.5-18.6 347-348 2.0 TSI 190 188 148 7.7 38.2-39.2 162-168 2.0 Hybrid 181 112 8.2 53.3-54.3 119
2.0 TSI 280 4x4 276 155 5.3 32.2-34.0 188-193 SUZUKI
Phantom 4dr saloon £378,820–£450,820 AAAAA 1.4 iV PHEV 215 138 7.4 148.7-188.3 33-42 Ignis 5dr hatch £14,749–£18,249 AAAAC RAV4 5dr SUV £35,350–£45,755 AAACC
Phantom takes opulent luxury to a whole new level. 2.0 TDI 150 148 138 9.1 54.3-58.9 125-136 Cute and rugged-looking 4x4 city car capable of tackling roads A solid option but ultimately outgunned by Korean competition.
LxWxH 5762x2018x1646 Kerb weight 2560kg 2.0 TDI 200 197 151 7.9 51.4-53.3 140-145 bereft of asphalt. LxWxH 3700x1660x1595 Kerb weight 855kg LxWxH 4605x1845x1675 Kerb weight 1605kg
6.75 V12 563 155 5.1-5.2 18.6-18.8 341-344 2.0 TDI 200 4x4 197 148 7.3 47.9 154 1.2 Dualjet 12V 83 103 12.7 52.3 110-112 2.5 Hybrid 194 112 8.4 50.4-51.3 126-131
1.2 Dualjet 12V Allgrip 83 103 12.8 48.6 121 2.5 Hybrid AWD 194 112 8.1 47.9-48.7 131-134
Cullinan 4dr SUV £303,220–£347,020 AAAAC Superb Estate 5dr estate £31,505–£42,985 AAAAC 2.5 PHEV 302 112 6.0 na na
Big, bold new 4x4 begins the next era for the brand, with a model Even more commendable than above, primarily thanks to its Swift 5dr hatch £15,999–£23,070 AAABC
that convinces. LxWxH 5341x2164x1835 Kerb weight 2730kg enormous boot. LxWxH 4856x1864x1477 Kerb weight 1365kg Given mature looks, more equipment and a hybrid powertrain, but Land Cruiser 3dr 3dr SUV £46,235 AAABC
6.75 V12 563 155 5.2
355-370 1.5 TSI 150 148 17.3-18.1 132 9.3 40.9-45.6 141-157 it’s no class leader. LxWxH 3840x1735x1495 Kerb weight 890kg A proper countryside workhorse that will never let you down.
2.0 TSI 190 188 143 7.8 39.8-40.9 162-168 1.2 Dualjet 83 12V 82 112 13.1 59.7 106 LxWxH 4335x1885x1875 Kerb weight 2010kg
S E AT 2.0 TSI 280 4x4 276 155 5.3 33.2-34.0 188-194 1.2 Dualjet 83 12V Allgrip 82 106 13.8 52.3 121 2.8 D-4D 201 109 12.7 27.7-30.1 239-267
Ibiza 5dr hatch £17,955–£22,100 AAAAB 1.4 iV PHEV 215 140 7.5 148.7-188.3 33-42 1.4 Boosterjet 48V Sport 129 130 9.1 50.4 125
Reinvigorated Ibiza is more mature and takes the class honours 2.0 TDI 150 148 133 9.2 53.3-57.7 129-140 Land Cruiser 5dr 5dr SUV £47,580–£63,580 AAABC
from the Fiesta. LxWxH 4059x1780x1444 Kerb weight 1091kg 2.0 TDI 200 197 145 8 49.6-51.4 140-144 Swace 5dr estate £27,499–£29,299 AAABC Likeably simple, functional and worth considering if you need a
1.0 MPI 80 79 106 15.3 50.4-52.3 122-128 2.0 TDI 200 4x4 197 142 7.4 47.9 157 Rebadged Toyota Corolla Touring Sports serves as a useful addition dual-purpose SUV. LxWxH 4840x1885x1845 Kerb weight 2135kg
1.0 TSI 95 93 113 10.9 52.3 124-125 to Suzuki’s line-up. LxWxH 4655x1790x1460 Kerb weight 1420kg 2.8 D-4D 201 109 12.7 27.7-30.4 245-267
1.0 TSI 110 109 121 10.3 51.4 123-124 Kamiq 5dr SUV £22,040–£27,625 AAABC 1.8 Hybrid 120 112 11.1 64.2 99
Skoda’s supermini platform has birthed a practical but predictable Highlander 5dr SUV £55,210 AAABC
Leon 5dr hatch £22,515–£32,790 AAAAC compact crossover. LxWxH 4241x1793x1553 Kerb weight 1251kg Vitara 5dr SUV £23,749–£29,299 AAABC Seven-seater bucks the trend of large hybrid SUVs being of the
A creditable effort and a notable improvement in form, with plenty 1.0 TSI 95 93 112 11.2 49.6 129 Utterly worthy addition to the class drives better than most. plug-in variety. LxWxH 4966x1930x1755 Kerb weight 2050kg
of niche appeal. LxWxH 4282x1816x1459 Kerb weight 1202kg 1.0 TSI 115 112 120 10.3 47.1-49.6 130-136 LxWxH 4175x1775x1610 Kerb weight 1075kg 2.5 Hybrid 244 112 8.3 39.8 159-160
1.0 TSI 110 108 122 10.8 51.4-52.3 123-126 1.5 TSI 148 132 11.2 46.3-47.9 133-139 1.4 Boosterjet 48V 127 118 9.5 52.7 128
1.0 eTSI 108 119 10.6 50.4-51.4 124-129 1.4 Boosterjet 48V Allgrip 127 118 10.2 45.2 140 Mirai 4dr saloon £49,995–£64,995 AAAAC
1.5 TSI Evo 130 128 129 9.4 49.6-51.4 124-128 Karoq 5dr SUV £26,545–£38,805 AAAAC A courageous endeavour, and one with the trappings of future
1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 135 8.7 48.7 133 Yeti replacement may not have its forebear’s quirkiness, but it’s SX4 S-Cross 5dr SUV £25,499–£32,049 AAACC acceptability. LxWxH 4975x1885x1470 Kerb weight 1905kg
2.0 TSI Evo 190 188 144 7.2 42.2 131-154 brilliant otherwise. LxWxH 4382x1841x1603 Kerb weight 1265kg Latest round of updates help keep it a decent budget offering. Hydrogen FCV 174 109 9.0 69.4mpkg 0
1.4 eHybrid PHEV 201 137 7.5
1.0 TSI 110 235.4 26-28 108 117 11.3 44.8-47.9 133-143 LxWxH 4300x1785x1593 Kerb weight 1305kg
2.0 TDI 150 113 124 8.9
1.5 TSI 64.2-65.7 113-115 148 126 9 42.8-44.8 143-149 1.4 Boosterjet 48V 127 121 10.2 53.2 120 GR86 2dr coupé £29,995 AAAAB
20 TSI 190 4x4 188 132 7 33.2 191 1.4 Boosterjet 48V Allgrip 127 118 10.2 46.3 139 The car that proves fun doesn’t always have to mean fast, a true
Leon Estate 5dr estate £23,500–£35,445 AAAAC 2.0 TDI 116 114 118 10.7 58.9 126 GT86 replacement. LxWxH 4265x1775x1310 Kerb weight 1276kg
Good-looking and responsive hatchback-turned-estate. 2.0 TDI 150 148 127 9.0 50.4-52.3 142-148 Across 5dr SUV £48,129 AAABC 2.4 D-4S 231 140 6.3 na 200
LxWxH 4549x1816x1454 Kerb weight 1236kg 2.0 TDI 150 4x4 148 121 8.8 42.8 172-174 Rebadged Toyota PHEV plunges Suzuki convincingly into several
1.0 TSI 100 108 124 11.2 49.6-51.4 126-129 new segments. LxWxH 4635x1855x1690 Kerb weight 1915kg GR Supra 2dr coupé £54,485–£56,985 AAAAC
1.0 eTSI 108 124 11 49.6 130 2.5 PHEV 182 112 6.0 282.4 22 Brings welcome muscle, fun and variety to the affordable sports
1.5 TSI Evo 130 128 130 9.7 49.6-51.4 125-128 car class. LxWxH 4379x1292x1854 Kerb weight 1541kg
1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 135 9 47.9-48.7 132-133 TESLA
2.0 TSI Evo 188 145 7.4 42.2 151-152 Model S 5dr hatch £91,980–£118,980 AAAAB
1.4 eHybrid PHEV 201 137 7.5 235.4 26-28 Large range makes it not only a standout EV but also the future of
2.0 TDI 150 113 124 9.2 64.2-65.7 114-116 luxury motoring. LxWxH 4978x1963x1445 Kerb weight 2108kg
AWD 670 155 3.1 405 0
Arona 5dr SUV £20,960–£26,870 AAAAC Plaid 1020 200 2.0 396 0
Seat’s second SUV doesn’t disappoint, with it taking charge of the
class dynamically. LxWxH 4138x1780x1543 Kerb weight 1165kg Model 3 4dr saloon £42,990–£59,990 AAAAC
1.0 TSI 95 93 107 11.2 51.4 124 Lowest-price, biggest-volume Tesla yet arrives in the UK after
1.0 TSI 115 113 113 9.8-10.0 47.9-53.3 121-134 wooing the US. LxWxH 4694x1849x1443 Kerb weight 1726kg
1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 127 8.3 44.8-45.6 140-143 RWD 320 140 5.3 267 0
Long Range 434 145 4.2 360 0
Performance 522 162 3.1 352 0

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Passat 4dr saloon £28,205–£40,820 AAAAC
Lands blows on rivals with its smart looks, civilised refinement,
quality and usability. LxWxH 4767x2083x1476 Kerb weight 1367kg
1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 137 8.9 46.3-47.9 139-146
2.0 TDI 150 148 139 9.1 58.9-60.1 124-127

Passat Estate 5dr estate £32,760–£40,515 AAAAC

All the Passat’s redeeming features in spacious, practical estate
form. LxWxH 4767x2083x1516 Kerb weight 1395kg
1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 133 8.9 44.8-45.6 144-151
2.0 TDI 150 148 130-132 9.1 56.5-57.6 128-132

Arteon 4dr saloon £38,820–£55,875 AAABC

VW’s flagship saloon is well made and luxurious but rather bland to
2.0i 250 155 5.2 38.7 167 drive. LxWxH 4862x1871x1450 Kerb weight 1505kg V90 5dr estate £50,255–£70,780 AAAAC
Lexus UX 300e 3.0i 335 155 4.3 34.5 188 1.5 TSI 150
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42.8-44.8 144-151 Luxury estate takes on the 5 Series and the E-Class. Comfy and a
36.2-38.2 168-178 good cruiser. LxWxH 4936x2019x1475 Kerb weight 1679kg
On sale June, price £45,000 (est) VA U X H A L L 2.0 TSI R 4Motion 316 155 4.9 31.0 207 2.0 B4P 197 112 7.9 40.9 158
Lexus didn’t take the most convincing first Corsa 5dr hatch £18,065–£34,535 AAABC 2.0 TDI 150 148 137 9.3 55.4-58.9 126-134 2.0 B5P 246 112 6.9 36.6-40.4 159-175
step into full electrification, but it’s looking Improved in many ways but lacks the appeal to match its price. EV 2.0 TDI 200 197 147 7.9 51.4-54.3 137-145 2.0 B6P 297 112 6.4 34.4-36.2 178-184
to rectify that by overhauling the UX 300e. is more likeable. LxWxH 4060x1765x1433 Kerb weight 1141kg 2.0 TDI 200 4Motion 197 145 7.4 46.3 159 2.0 T6 Recharge PHEV 335 112 5.5 na na
1.2 75 72 108 12.4 53.3 125 2.0 B4D 197 112 8.8 44.8-49.5 149-164
Revisions have been made to the body, 1.2 100 97 121 9.3 48.7-52.3 126-134 Arteon Shooting Brake 5dr estate £40,060–£56,760 AAABC
chassis, suspension and steering, which are 50kWh Electric 132 93 7.6 209 0 Hybrid option and estate bodystyle’s extra versatility enhance the XC40 5dr SUV £35,835–£61,855 AAAAC
claimed to make the compact crossover EV Arteon’s appeal. LxWxH 4866x1871x1450 Kerb weight 1529kg Volvo’s take on the crossover aims to rival BMW, Mercedes and
Astra 5dr hatch £25,290–£40,400 AAABC 1.5 TSI 150 148 135 8.9 42.2-43.5 145-153 Audi. LxWxH 4425x1910x1658 Kerb weight 1626kg
feel more dynamic, comfy and refined, plus Eye-catching, refined and polished to drive, but less practical than 2.0 TSI 190 187 145 7.9 35.8-37.2 171-179 1.5 T4 Recharge 208 112 8.5 113-135 47-57
F Sport models now get Lexus’s Adaptive its predecessors. LxWxH 4373x1860x1441 Kerb weight 1341kg 1.4 TSI eHybrid 218 138 7.8 217.3 31-32 1.5 T5 Recharge PHEV 258 112 7.3 117.7-141.1 45-55
1.2 Turbo 110 108 124 10.2 54.3 119 2.0 TSI R 4Motion 316 155 4.9 31.0 207 2.0 B3P 160 112 8.6 42.7 152
Variable Suspension as standard. But the 1.2 Turbo 130 128 134 9.9 54.3 119 2.0 TDI 150 148 135 9.4 54.3-57.6 128-136 2.0 B4P 197 112 7.6 36.7-39.2 162-176
headline is range growing by 40%, from 1.6 Hybrid 178 140 9.3 201-256 24-26 2.0 TDI 200 197 145 7.9 50.4-53.3 139-147 69kWh Recharge 228 99 7.4 261 0
196 to 280 miles, thanks to the battery 1.5 Turbo D 130 128 130 10.6 64.2 115 2.0 TDI 200 4Motion 197 143 7.4 46.3 161 78kWh Recharge 402 112 4.9 249 0
capacity being increased from 54.3kWh Astra Sports Tourer 5dr estate £26,490–£38,485 Touran 5dr MPV £33,980–£36,535 AAAAC C40 Recharge 5dr SUV £48,355–£62,805 AAABC
to 72.8kWh. Inside, there’s an improved More spacious Astra wagon is as attractive as the hatchback. We Dull overall, but it’s a capable MPV, well made and hugely refined. Kit will appeal to many but twin-motor potency isn’t a natural fit for
infotainment system displayed on an have yet to drive it. LxWxH 4642x1860x1480 Kerb weight 1346kg LxWxH 4527x1829x1659 Kerb weight 1436kg relaxed dynamics. LxWxH 4431x1910x1582 Kerb weight 2185kg
1.2 Turbo 110 108 124 10.8 52.3-53.3 125-127 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 118 11.4 39.8-40.9 154-162 69kWh Recharge 231 99 7.4 269 0
8.0in or 12.3in touchscreen, Lexus 1.2 Turbo 130 128 130 9.9 49.6-51.4 127-133 78kWh Recharge 402 112 4.9 273 0
having ditched its fiddly trackpad. 1.6 Hybrid 178 140 9.3 201-256 24-31 T-Cross 5dr SUV £22,535–£30,625 AAAAB
Compact crossover delivers a classy, substantial feel on UK roads. XC60 5dr SUV £47,465–£68,385 AAABC
Crossland 5dr SUV £20,295–£28,355 AAABC LxWxH 4108x1760x1584 Kerb weight 1270kg Looks like a small XC90 and carries on where the old one left off. A
APRIL Still only a mid-pack player in a busy crossover market, but simple 1.0 TSI 95 93 112 11.5 47.9 132-133 good, capable cruiser. LxWxH 4688x1999x1658 Kerb weight 1781kg
Alfa Romeo Giulia update, Stelvio update, Tonale PHEV, and easy to operate. LxWxH 4212x1765x1605 Kerb weight 1245kg 1.0 TSI 110 108 117 9.9-10.4 42.8-48.7 132-149 2.0 B5P 246 112 6.9 36.7-38.1 168-176
Audi Q8 E-tron, Q8 E-tron Sportback, R8 GT RWD, 1.2i 83 81 105 14.0 47.1 142 1.5 TSI Evo 150 147 124 8.5 46.3-47.1 136-138 2.0 T6 Recharge PHEV 335 112 5.9 282.1 23-64
TT Final Edition, TT RS Iconic Edition, TTS Final Edition, 1.2i Turbo 110 108 117 10.6 47.1 140 2.0 T8 Recharge PHEV 384 112 5.5 282.1 25-64
BMW X5 update, X6 update, XM, Z4 update, Honda CR-V, 1.2i Turbo 130 128 128 9.1 44.1-48.0 136-146 Taigo 5dr SUV £23,540–£30,990 AAABC 2.0 B4D 194 112 8.3 44.8-45.5 161-166
Ineos Grenadier, Jaguar F-Type 75, Land Rover Crossover-coupé-SUV-type thing fills a niche. Likeable enough.
Range Rover Velar update, Maxus Mifa 9, Mercedes-AMG Mokka 5dr SUV £23,490–£38,645 AAABC LxWxH 4266x1757x1518 Kerb weight 1407kg XC90 5dr SUV £61,995–£83,130 AAAAC
C63, S63, Mercedes-Benz CLA update, EQE SUV, EQS SUV, Radically overhauled crossover now comes with the option of 1.0 TSI 95 95 114 11.1 51.4 124 Clever packaging, smart styling, good to drive: Volvo’s closest thing
Mini Electric Cooper S E Convertible, Peugeot battery-electric power. LxWxH 4151x1791x1531 Kerb weight 1750kg 1.0 TSI 110 110 119 10.4 51.4-52.3 124-125 to a class leader. LxWxH 4950x2008x1776 Kerb weight 1961kg
3008 PHEV update, e-208 update, Porsche 911 Dakar, 1.2 100 99 115 10.6 51.4 124 1.5 TSI 150 150 132 138 8.3
2.0 B5P 47.9 246 112 7.7 32.4 198
Cayenne update, Cayenne Coupé update 1.2 130 128 125 9.1 47.1-50.4 126-137 2.0 B6P 296 112 6.7 90.7 210
50kWh Electric 134 93 8.7 201 0 T-Roc 5dr SUV/open £26,210–£42,285 AAAAC 2.0 T8 Recharge PHEV 384 112 5.4 217 28-76
M AY VW’s junior SUV is beguiling and sophisticated. It drives rather well, 2.0 B5D 232 112 7.6 41.5 178
Aiways U5, Alpine A110 R, BMW 7 Series PHEV, M2 Coupé, Grandland 5dr SUV £29,905–£42,360 AAACC too. LxWxH 4234x1992x1573 Kerb weight 1270kg
Honda e:Ny1, Lexus RZ, Maserati MC20 Cielo, Mazda Does well to disguise its 3008 roots but too bland to stand out in a 1.0 TSI 110 108 115 10.8 43.5-46.3 133-146 EX90 5dr SUV £96,255–£100,555
2 update, Mercedes-Benz EQT, GLA update, GLB update, congested segment. LxWxH 4477x2098x1609 Kerb weight 1350kg 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 127 8.4 40.9-47.9 144-158 Upcoming XC90 replacement is firm’s most expensive car and
Noble M500, Vauxhall Mokka Electric update 1.2 Turbo 130 128 117 10.4 45.6 141-147 2.0 TSI 4Motion 188 135 6.8 36.2 177-178 longest-range EV. LxWxH 5037x2039x1747 Kerb weight na
1.6 Hybrid 223 140 8.9 192.0-210.0 34 2.0 TSI R 300 4Motion 298 155 4.9 31.7 201 111kW 404 112 5.9 363 0
1.5 Turbo D 130 128 119 12.3 54.3 136 2.0 TDI 115 113 116 10.4 56.5-60.1 137-146 111kW Performance 513 112 4.9 360 0
JUNE 2.0 TDI 150 148 124 8.8 50.4-53.3 140-146
Abarth 500e, Aston Martin DB11 update, BMW M3 CS, Combo Electric Life 5dr MPV £34,085–£36,545 AAABC WELLS
Honda ZR-V, Lamborghini LB744, Lexus UX 300e update, Van-based people carrier is usable, spacious and practical, and Tiguan 5dr SUV £30,030–£38,665 AAAAC Vertige 2dr coupé £40,000 AAAAC
Lotus Eletre, Ora Funky Cat GT, Peugeot e-308, e-308 SW, now electric-only. LxWxH 4403x1841x1921 Kerb weight 1474kg An improvement on the previous model and will continue to sell by Brings traditional British sports car values to an exclusive
508 update, 508 SW update, Praga Bohema, Vauxhall 50kWh 132 84 11.7 174 0 the bucketload. LxWxH 4486x1839x1654 Kerb weight 1490kg audience. LxWxH 1450x1752x1142 Kerb weight 850kg
Astra Electric, Astra GSe, Astra Sports Tourer Electric, 1.5 TSI Evo 130 128 119 10.9 44.1-44.8 143-146 2.0 209 140 4.6 45.0 na
Grandland GSe V O L K S WA G E N 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 126 9.2-9.4 38.2-42.2 143-168
Up 3dr/5dr hatch £14,210–£18,360 AAAAC 2.0 TDI 150 148 125-127 9.4 47.1-50.4 146-157 WESTFIELD
J U LY It’s no revolution, but VW’s hallmarks are in abundance. Sport 2dr coupé £19,950–£35,800 AAAAC
BMW Alpina B5 GT, Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Dacia LxWxH 3600x1428x1504 Kerb weight 926kg Tiguan Allspace 5dr SUV £34,320–£46,115 AAAAC Sport Turbo is very quick and fun but not a patch on the
Jogger Hybrid, Lamborghini Huracán Sterrato, Maserati 1.0 65 64 100 15.6 54.3 119 Has all the Tiguan’s sensibility and refinement, now with the bonus Caterhams. LxWxH na Kerb weight na
Granturismo, Mercedes-Benz EQE update, EQS update, 1.0 115 GTI 113 119 8.8 51.4 125-126 of seven seats. LxWxH 4486x1839x1654 Kerb weight 1490kg 1.6 Sigma 135 na na na na
EQS SUV update, Munro Mk1, Peugeot 5008 Hybrid, 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 123 9.5-10.3 37.2-39.2 164-176 1.6 Sigma 155 na na na na
Volkswagen ID 3 update Polo 5dr hatch £19,505–£28,540 AAAAC 2.0 TSI 4Motion 188 132 6.2-7.7 32.5 193 2.0 Duratec 200 na na na na
A thorough going-over makes it more mature, but the Polo is still a 2.0 TDI 150 148 126 9.7 44.8-47.1 164-165 2.0 Ecoboost 252 na na na na
AU G U S T bit boring. LxWxH 4053x1946x1461 Kerb weight 1105kg 2.0 TDI 150 4Motion 148 123-124 9.8 41.5 177-179
Ferrari Purosangue, Jeep Grand Cherokee, Lucid Air, 1.0 80 78 106 15.4 51.4 125 2.0 TDI 200 4Motion 197 132 7.8 40.4-41.5 176-184 Mega 2dr coupé £16,950 AAABC
Pagani Utopia, Smart #1, #1 Brabus 1.0 TSI 95 93 116 10.8 48.7-53.3 120-127 Mega engine makes it rapid, but isn’t as fun as Caterham’s R range.
1.0 TSI 110 108 121 9.9 53.3-54.3 118-119 ID 4 5dr SUV £38,845–£52,865 AAAAC And you have to build it yourself. LxWxH na Kerb weight na
SEPTEMBER 2.0 TSI GTI 204 149 6.5 39.8-41.5 155 Impressively refined and versatile SUV marks VW out as a maker of 2.0 VTEC S2000 240 na na na na
Ford Mustang, Mustang Convertible, Jeep Avenger, fine electric cars. LxWxH 4584x1852x1640 Kerb weight 1890kg
Mercedes-Benz E-Class, Vauxhall Corsa update, Golf 5dr hatch £25,765–£48,250 AAAAB 109kW 52kWh 148 99 10.9 213 0 ZE NVO
Corsa Electric update New strengths and familiar ones carry it back to the class lead, but 125kW 52kWh 170 99 9.0 213 0 TSR-S 2dr coupé £1,300,000 AAAAC
only marginally. LxWxH 4284x1789x1492 Kerb weight 1231kg 150kW 77kWh 204 99 8.5 317 0 Danish supercar employs a hammer-blow V8 and extreme
OCTOBER 1.0 TSI 110 108 126 10.2 53.3 121 220kW GTX 299 112 6.2 301 0 aerodynamics. LxWxH 4815x2038x1198 Dry weight 1495kg
Ford Puma ST Hybrid, Hyundai Ioniq 5 N, Maserati 1.5 TSI Evo 130 128 130 9.1 51.4-53.3 121-124 5.8 S/C V8 Auto 1177 202 2.8 na na
Granturismo Folgore, MG 4 EV AWD, Nio ET5, Porsche 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 139 8.9 50.4-51.4 124-128 ID 5 5dr SUV £50,710–£62,585 AAABC
Panamera, Rolls-Royce Spectre, Volkswagen ID 7, 1.4 TSI eHybrid 201 137 7.4 235.4 21-26 Tech-heavy, practical sloping SUV is easy to live with, but rivals are
Touareg, Volvo EX30 1.4 TSI GTE 242 140 6.7 235.4 27-28 sharper to drive. LxWxH 4599x1852x1615 Kerb weight 2167kg
2.0 TSI GTI 242 155 6.4 38.2 169 150kW 77kWh 170 99 10.4 327 0
2.0 TSI 300 GTI 296 155 5.6 38.2 167 150kW 77kWh Performance 204 99 8.4 314 0
N OV E M B E R 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 296 155 4.7 36.2 177 220kW GTX 295 112 6.3 301 0
Aston Martin DBS 770 Ultimate, Bentley Mulliner Batur, 2.0 TDI 115 113 126 10.2 67.3-68.9 107-110
BMW 5 Series update, Czinger 21C, Ford E-Tourneo Custom, 2.0 TDI 150 148 139 8.8 64.2 116-117 Touareg 5dr SUV £56,125–£58,805 AAAAC
E-Transit Custom, Kia EV9, Koenigsegg CC850, Maserati 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 197 152 7.1 54.3 137 Hints of ritziness and sportiness don’t impinge on this functional
Grecale Folgore, Mazda MX-30 REx, Ora Next Cat, Polestar 3, luxury SUV’s appeal. LxWxH 4878x2193x1717 Kerb weight 1995kg
Renault Clio update, Ssangyong Torres, Subaru Crosstrek, Golf Estate 5dr estate £27,090–£45,190 AAAAC 3.0 V6 TDI 231 228 135 7.6 33.6-34.4 214-219
Toyota bZ Compact, C-HR, Volkswagen ID Buzz GTX, ID Buzz Wagon puts on a growth spurt and adopts the eighth-generation 3.0 V6 TDI 286 282 148 6.1 33.6-34.9 213-219
LWB, Volvo C40 Recharge update, XC40 Recharge update hatchback’s tech. LxWxH 4633x1789x1497 Kerb weight 1295kg
1.0 TSI 110 108 126 10.5 51.4 124 V O LV O
DECEMBER 1.5 TSI 130 128 133 9.4 52.4 123 S60 4dr saloon £44,580–£56,480 AAAAC
BMW iX2, X2, Citroën C3, C3 Aircross, Ferrari SF90 VS, 1.5 TSI 150 148 139 8.7 49.6 128 Fresh-faced saloon now sits comfortably among the ranks of its
Fiat supermini, Ford Explorer, Maserati Grancabrio, 2.0 TSI R 4Motion 316 155 4.9 35.8 178 German peers. LxWxH 4761x1916x1437 Kerb weight 1616kg
Mercedes-AMG GT, Mini 3dr, 5dr, Polestar 4, Renault 2.0 TDI 115 113 126 10.5 64.2 114 2.0 B5P 246 112 6.7 41.5 153
Scenic, Skoda Superb, Suzuki Swift, Volkswagen 2.0 TDI 150 148 139 9.1 61.4 121 2.0 T8 Recharge PHEV 384 112 4.6 122.8-176.5 42
Passat Estate, T-Cross update, Tiguan 2.0 TDI 4Motion Alltrack 198 142 7.1 50.4 147
V60 5dr estate £41,330–£57,635 AAAAB
ID 3 5dr hatch £37,140 AAAAC Spacious and comfortable, with a characterful, Scandi-cool design.
A very mature electric car whose substance of engineering is LxWxH 4761x1916x1427 Kerb weight 1729kg
central to its appeal. LxWxH 4261x1809x1568 Kerb weight 1730kg 2.0 B3 161 112 9.1 40.9 155
150kW 58kWh 201 99 7.3 261 0 2.0 B4 197 112 8.0 41.5 152
2.0 B5 246 112 6.8-6.9 37.7-40.4 157-170
2.0 B6 297 112 6.0 36.2 175
2.0 T6 Recharge PHEV 335 112 4.6 362.6 18
2.0 B4D 197 112 7.6 47.0-50.4 146-156

S90 4dr saloon £63,080–£67,830 AAAAC

Volvo’s mid-sized exec majors on comfort, style and cruising
ability. LxWxH 4963x2019x1443 Kerb weight 1665kg
2.0 T8 Recharge PHEV 384 112 5.1 na na

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P400 AMK £390 AT52 BOB £390 DAV I55Y £2500 KI ECC £790 YI GNT £690 SB22 JAG £590 T9 JWE £390 TI LDH £890 TT02 MAL £390 92 NAR £2940 D8 PEJ £490 ROB 704M £I700 W20 SUN £390 JI VSR £590
T80 AMM £290 RI BOR £II00 RI4 DAY £790 D88 EER £390 R7 GOP £290 C60 JAK £I500 JI JWY £590 H4 LDM £590 MD04 MAL£590 NS55 NAS £290 MI PEO £890 KI2 ROD £730 K88 SUN £490 VY 2703 £II00
JI ANJ £2400 508 BOR £2200 A9 DBC £730 JI EGK £490 GOV I3R £2940 DE04 JAN £490 M20 JYM £290 Y4 LDM £730 N24 MAS £990 BE03 NCO £290 PI PET £2940 LII ROG £I500 P2 SWP £590 MEI0 VYN £590
AI4 ANL £580 NI2I BOX £490 F2 DBM £590 H3 EGS £290 BI GPK £II00 AA07 JAN £890 S5 KAF £790 T8 LDN £340 PI MAU £890 D5 NDB £540 PII PET £990 RON 478 £2500 NI SXG £490 646I WA £I900
ARI0 ANN £890 M7 BOY £I500 DCZ 828 £490 T6 EJR £490 N6 GRE £390 JMI0 JAN £II00 T600 KAH £400 YI LDT £630 B8 MAU £290 X6 NEE £290 PIII PET £690 SU53 ROO £290 S25 SYL £590 YI0 WAL £590
OO53 ANN £990 II04 BP £2995 DCZ I878 £I90 X666 EMM£790 H8 GRL £290 JAN I30W £II00 UK03 KAY £340 NO02 LEE £390 MBG 70 £4II5 LI NHT £990 PEZ 9935 £390 GB05 ROY £590 RI TAF £2500 WAM I00T £590
P28 ANS £I90 S22 BRH £I99 3934 DD £I400 K40 EMY £490 AI GUD £690 R23 JAP £490 AA57 KAY £590 GL04 LEN £690 S500 MDR£290 MI0 NJG £290 CI PFS £990 T72 ROY £990 7 TAR £I8800 WAV 566 £I0I0
W28 ANS £490 MA05 BRY £I90 P26 DDS £390 RI0 ENT £390 GUI 9900 £990 X4 JDJ £390 HI KDC £990 LEW 944P£I200 BA5I MEL £290 NJT 428 £I800 DI PFS £690 ROY 775W £550 AI5 TAR £2940 H2 WCG £400
LI2I ANT £790 HM5I BRY £I90 AE06 DEB £490 N2 EPC £390 SWI2 GUN £290 J222 JDL £290 LI KDM £I400 Y22 LFC £490 DE55 MEN £290 N6 NKB £290 A3 PFV £290 HI RPD £990 B8 TAV £590 DI WDG £I090
SI APF £990 RS67 BRY £I90 MH52 DEB£490 H7 EPL £290 DW60 GUN£290 J3 JEK £490 N37 KEN £I300 T6 LGC £290 C6 MEW £I300 M6I NKM £390 S99 PGH £290 C6 RRE £790 SA62 TAY £390 G3 WEG £290
D3 ARU £890 BTR 54 £3530 DL53 DEL £390 WI4 ERN £490 S888 GUS £390 G3 JER £I300 V50 KEN £I400 A4 LJL £390 J4 MFP £290 OU04 NNA £390 HI PGR £I400 VI RRG £690 AI TBB £790 G4 WEG £290
D3 ARX £I300 P40 BUF £I99 DI7 DEN £I400 K200 ERN £490 MO08 GUY £390 JET IY £44I0 SI KET £I300 SI LLS £I2500 9292 MG £2620 PJ09 NNA £590 PIB 4455 £490 RRN 7I2 £I500 JI TBH £990 N25 WEL £390
DI8 ARY £790 NT52 BUG £I90 DEN 376W £990 MRII ERS £390 PIB 9I56 £290 CI RRV £790 P2 TCG £290 RI WEO £390
MJ53 BUG £I90 JI EWY £990 PJI 2777 £590 BI RSL £990
R333 ASP £390
BI ATE £I800
L999 AUD £290
BUR I5 £I0795
H4 BVS £290
DR60 DES £490
A3 DGA £390
P8 DGW £690
FI EXG
FAR 8Y £I900
£890 REGISTRATIONS URGENTLY WANTED PLF 567 £I500 AII RSO £290
TI PLH £I300 WI3 RSY £390
TDG IH
AI TDY
£900
£II00
EDI2 TED £590
WEZ I049 £290
GI WGS £780
L8 WJH £290
JI AUN £I400
AUS IE £7200
Y24 CAB £490
RO5I CAB £390
Y4 DHG £390
7I9 DHT £730
M4 FCC £290
NI FFL £990 FOR IMMEDIATE PURCHASE S9 PMT £290 TI RVB
FI0 PRC £720 G6 RVP £290
£590 TED 29IS £I200
CI TEG £I300
DI WJS £I200
CI WMR £890
S200 AVE £690 GI2 CAC £290 DIB 704I £730 WI FJE £II00 XI PVS £790 ASI4 RWB £390 EL58 TEL £490 F2 WVS £290
AW 5I5 £II360 HUI5 CAN £I99 XX54 DJJ £390 C20 FJS £290 P90 GUY £I400 KI JGA £890 AAI5 KEV £990 X90 LLY £I330 JI MGV £I550 XI9 NNE £590 HI PVT £790 S5 RWD £590 TEZ 5I72 £490 WWL IX £890
8738 AW £2900 HUI8 CAN £I99 CI DJO £I400 50 FJW £2900 MI GVC £590 RI JGH £I300 BL07 KEY £290 MYII LMA £290 AI2 MHJ £290 L44 NNS £390 PI PWG £790 H8 RWD £490 TEZ 9736 £390 XXI 7702 £I90
K66 AWH £I90 M7 CAR £I800 P9 DKB £490 F3 FMB £390 A7 GWN £390 JGR 698 £I600 A8 KFA £390 MI00 LNG £290 K8 MHL £490 LE02 NNY £890 HI PWL £790 VI RWT £I300 6I65 TF £I300 R900 YAT £590
KI3 AYE £I040 CAS 557A £490 F4 DKP £590 AL5I FOW £290 KI GXK £290 M90 JHP £290 V2 KFC £390 LI LNP £990 MJ 3774 £2720 H9 NPD £390 M7 PYE £590 GA55 RYK £390 T50 THM £290 YHZ 647I £I99
BAB 824S£I880 BL06 CAT £390 XI DLF £I400 BB05 FOX £390 NC5I HAR £290 JIL 909 £890 KJ 7447 £2420 LNZ 2338 £490 LB59 MJB £290 L8 NPS £590 MI7 PYE £490 S333 SAH £390 TJ I0 £28000 A7 YLO £420
J50 BAC £390 BOI0 CAT £390 335 DLN £I880 LF57 FOX £490 TI8 HAY £290 JIL 4336 £5I0 BI KJA £I200 AAI4 LOU £590 XX06 MJD £390 COII NRO £490 WI0 RAB £890 XX03 SAL £540 GB5I TJB £290 ERI6 YNN £290
K70 BAC £290 G5 CBE £290 SU5I DNG £390 AI FRG £I400 J8 HBB £290 JJ 6063 £2940 MI2 KJC £290 M7 LOV £II00 XXI3 MJD £390 W3 NSM £490 OO07 RAD£I300 SLI0 SAL £540 BI TJJ £730 DA64 ZZZ £290

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5 Series 520d M Sport AAAAB 31.5.17 Wrangler 2.2 M’Jet-II Ov’d AAAAC 10.4.19 Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four CVT AAAAB 7.4.21
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6 Series GT 630d xDrive AAABC 18.11.17 Ceed 1.6 CRDi 115 2 AAABC 29.8.18 508 GT BlueHDi 180 AAAAC 24.10.18 Model S P90D AAAAB 20.4.16
7 Series i7 xDrive60 AAAAB 15.2.23 Proceed 1.4 T-GDi AAABC 27.2.19 Hybrid 225 Allure SW AAAAC 8.7.20 Model Y Long Range AWD AAAAC 23.3.22
8 Series 840d xDrive AAABC 16.1.19 Xceed 1.4 T-GDi AAABC 20.11.19 PSE Hybrid4 SW AAAAC 5.5.21 Model X 90D AAAAC 15.2.17
M8 Competition Convertible AAABC5.2.20 Niro EV 3 AAAAC 7.9.22 2008 e-2008 GT Line AAABC 30.9.20
M8 Competition Coupé AAABC 3.6.20 EV6 77.4kWh GT-Line RWD AAAAB 12.1.22 3008 1.6 BlueHDi GT Line AAABC 18.1.17 T OYO TA
i3 1.3S Range Extender AAAAC 21.2.18 Sportage 1.6 HEV 2WD AAABC 15.6.22 5008 2.0 BlueHDi GT Line AAABC 1.11.17 Aygo X Limited Edition AAABC 11.5.22

The latest and greatest rated i4 M50 AAAAC

iX xDrive50 M Sport AAAAB
X1 xDrive23i M Sport AAABC
19.1.22
2.3.22
25.1.23
Sorento 1.6 HEV G-TDi 2 AAABC 20.1.21
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P O L E S TA R
1 AAAAC 21.10.20
Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Design AAAAC
GR Yaris Circuit Pack AAAAA
Corolla 2.0 Hybrid ST AAAAC
23.9.20
3.3.21
5.6.19

as only Autocar knows how X2 M35i AAABC

X3 xDrive20d M Sport AAAAC
X4 M Competition AAACC
25.9.19
17.1.18
13.11.19
Huracán Performante AAAAB
Evo RWD Coupé AAAAB
Aventador SVJ AAAAC
11.10.17
20.5.20
19.6.19
PORSCHE
718 Boxster AAAAB 8.6.16
GT86 2.0 manual AAAAA
Mirai Design Premium AAAAC
C-HR Excel 1.8 Hybrid AAAAC
4.7.12
16.6.21
4.1.17
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ROAD TEST
X5 xDrive30d M Sport AAAAC 2.1.19 Urus AAAAC 3.7.19 Spyder AAAAB 1.4.20 bZ4X AWD Vision AAABC 18.1.23
X7 xDrive M50i M Perf’nce AAAAC 9.9.20 Cayman S AAAAB 10.8.16 GR Supra Pro AAAAC 14.8.19
A road test in any other M60i xDrive AAAAC 29.3.23 LAND ROVER Cayman GTS AAAAB 9.5.18 Hilux 2.8 D-4D GR Sport AAABC 1.3.23
magazine might well Defender 110 P400 X AAAAB 13.5.20 Cayman GT4 RS AAAAA 14.9.22
C AT E R H A M Discovery Sport D180 AWD AAAAC 8.1.20 911 GT2 RS AAAAC 18.7.18 VA U X H A L L
be a short, subjective Seven 420 Cup AAAAB 31.8.22 Range Rover Evoque P300e AAAAB Carrera S AAAAB 29.5.19 Corsa 1.2T 100 auto AAABC 22.1.20
GT3 PDK AAAAB Crossland X 1.2T 130 Elite AAACC 7.6.17
AAAAC

summary of a new car 10.2.21 11.8.21

We like

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CHEVROLET Range Rover Velar D240 AAABC 30.8.17 Turbo S AAAAB 10.8.22 Astra 1.2T 130 GS Line AAABC 5.10.22
produced under almost BMW X7 We don’t like Corvette LT3 Coupé AAAAC 22.6.22 Range Rover Sport D300 AAAAB 2.11.22 Cayenne Turbo AAAAC 5.9.18 Combo Life 1.5 TD 100 Energy AAABC27.12.18
SVR AAAAA Turbo S E-Hybrid AAABC
Broader changes for BMW’s flagship

15.4.15 27.5.20 Insignia Sports Tourer 2.0 Biturbo D GSI

SUV are spearheaded by an M-lite, V8
special

any circumstances, but CITROEN Range Rover D350 HSE AAAAB 13.7.22 Turbo GT AAAAC 20.7.22 AAACC 30.5.18
the Autocar road test is different. Specific, rigorous and Ami Colour AABCC 11.1.23 Taycan Turbo S AAAAA 29.7.20 Mokka 1.2 Turbo 130 auto AAABC 12.5.21
C3 Aircross Puretech 110 AAABC 7.3.18 L E X U S Grandland X Hybrid4 AAACC 22.4.20
detailed, it’s the closest examination we can give of any C4 Puretech 130 Auto AAACC 26.5.21 LC 500 Sport+ AAAAC 18.10.17 R E N A U LT VXR8 GTS-R AAAAC 10.1.18
new model. It appears over at least eight pages and is C5 X Puretech 180 AAAAC 28.9.22 NX 350h Prem’m Plus Pack AAAAC 16.3.22 Clio TCe 100 Iconic AAAAB 27.11.19
C5 Aircross BlueHDi 180 AAABC 13.2.19 RX 500h F-Sport AAABC 22.3.23 Mégane E-Tech Electric AAABC 23.11.22 V O L K S W A G E N
close to 50 man-hours in the making every week. RC F AAACC 18.2.15 Arkana E-Tech Hybrid 145 AAABC 13.10.21 Up GTI 1.0 TSI 115 AAAAC 21.3.18
Most of what the road test process entails is CUPRA ES 300h Takumi AAABC 6.2.19 Captur 1.3 TCe 130 EDC AAABC 18.3.20 Polo 1.0 TSI 95 SE AAAAB 31.1.18
Born 204 58kWh V3 AAABC 6.7.22 LS 500h Premier AWD AAACC 6.6.18 GTI AAAAC 1.8.18
designed to be strictly repeatable and fair. We Leon 310 VZ3 Estate AAAAC 8.9.21 R O L L S - R OYC E Golf 1.5 eTSI 150 Style DSG AAAAB 22.7.20
benchmark standing-start and in-gear acceleration at 2.0 TSI 245 VZ2 Hatch AAAAC 27.7.22 L O T U S Phantom AAAAA 4.4.18 R AAAAC 14.4.21
Ateca 2.0 TSI 4Drive AAABC 23.1.19 Elise Cup 250 AAABC 29.6.16 Ghost AAAAB 13.1.21 ID 3 Pro Performance Life AAAAC 31.3.21
a purpose-built test facility every week. We carry out Formentor 2.0 TSI VZ2 AAAAB 3.2.21 Exige Sport 390 Final Edit’n AAAAB 21.7.21 Wraith AAAAB 21.5.14 ID 4 GTX Max AAABC 27.10.21
both subjective and objective handling tests on both Dawn AAAAC 1.6.16 T-Roc 2.0 TSI SEL 4Motion AAAAB 24.1.18
DACIA M A S E R AT I Cullinan Black Badge AAAAC 19.2.20 Cabriolet 1.5 TSI Evo DSG AABCC 10.6.20
road and track, on the latter up to and beyond the limit Sandero Stepway TCe 90 AAAAC 28.4.21 Ghibli Diesel AAABC 12.3.14 Arteon 2.0 BiTDI 240 AAABC 27.9.17
of grip, so as to fully assess stability, drivability and limit Duster SCe 115 Comfort AAAAC 22.8.18 Quattroporte Trofeo AACCC 4.8.21 S E AT eHybrid Shooting Brake AAABC 9.6.21
Jogger 1.0 TCe 110 Comfort AAAAB 20.4.22 Levante S Granlusso AAABC 8.5.19 Ibiza SE Technology 1.0 TSI AAAAB 19.7.17 Passat 2.0 TDI 190 GT AAAAC 4.2.15
handling appeal. And while benchmark lap times are Leon eHybrid FR AAABC 2.12.20 GTE AAAAC 7.9.16
sometimes taken, they’re never an end in themselves. DALLARA MAZDA Arona SE Technology 1.0 TSI AAAAC 15.11.17 Touran 2.0 TDI 150 SE AAAAC 3.2.16
Stradale AAAAB 16.10.19 2 1.5 Skyactiv-G SE AAAAC 22.4.15 Ateca 1.6 TDI SE AAAAB 19.10.16 Tiguan 2.0 TDI 150 SE AAAAB 22.6.16
We record and publish stopping distances, too, as 3 2.0 Skyactiv-X AAAAC 6.11.19 Caravelle 2.0 BiTDI Exec. AAAAC 23.12.15
well as taking cabin noise measurements at various DS MX-5 1.5 SE-L Nav AAAAB 2.9.15 SKODA Touareg 3.0 TDI R-Line Tech AAABC 8.8.18
3 Crossback Puretech 155 AAACC 10.7.19 MX-30 145PS AAABC 10.3.21 Fabia 1.0 TSI 95PS AAAAB 9.2.22 ID Buzz SWB 77kWh AAAAC 8.2.23
cruising speeds and benchmarking either indicated 4 E-Tense 225 AAABC 29.6.22 CX-5 2.2D Sport Nav AAAAC 28.6.17 Scala 1.5 TSI 150 DSG AAABC 31.7.19 Grand California 600 AAABC 2.1.20
or brim-to-brim fuel economy. We independently 7 Crossback Puretech 225 AAABC 19.9.18 Octavia 2.0 TDI 150 SE L First Edition Multivan 1.4 eHybrid Style AAAAC 8.3.23
9 E-Tense 225 AAABC 2.2.22 M c L A R E N DSG Estate AAAAC 2.9.20
measure leg room, head room, boot space and certain Artura AAAAB 19.10.22 2.0 TDI vRS AAAAC 17.2.21 V O LV O
FERRARI 600LT Spider 3.8 V8 AAAAB 22.5.19 Superb 1.4 TSI iV 218 SE L AAAAC 26.2.20 C40 Recharge Twin Ult’ate AAABC 13.4.22
key exterior vehicle dimensions, and weigh every 488 Pista AAAAB 7.8.19 620R 3.8 V8 AAAAC 23.12.20 Karoq 2.0 TDI 150 Scout AAABC 30.1.19 XC40 D4 First Edition AWD AAAAB 7.2.18
car we test. We also empirically verify the true DC 296 GTB AAAAA 21.12.22 GT 4.0 V8 AAABC 27.1.21 Enyaq iV 80 AAAAC 18.8.21 S60 T8 Polestar En’d AAABC 24.12.19
rapid-charging speed of electric vehicles across 812 Superfast AAAAC 25.7.18 720S 4.0 V8 AAAAA 24.5.17 Kodiaq 2.0 TDI Edition AAAAC 23.11.16 V60 T6 Recharge AAAAB 21.9.22
SF90 Stradale AAAAC 3.11.21 Senna 4.0 V8 AAAAA 10.10.18 2.0 TSI 245PS vRS 4x4 AAABC 23.2.22 XC60 D4 R-Design AWD AAABC 5.7.17
the full spread of their battery capacity. P1 AAAAA 7.5.14 S90 D4 Momentum AAAAC 13.7.16
F I AT S S A N G YO N G V90 T6 Recharge R-Design AAAAB 11.11.20
Just as every new car is different, however, the road Panda 4x4 Twinair AAAAB 17.4.13 M E R C E D E S - A M G Tivoli XLV ELX auto AAACC 14.9.16 XC90 D5 Momentum AAAAC 17.6.15
test has developed to be versatile enough, week by 500 Abarth 595 AAAAC 26.2.14 A-Class A45 S 4Matic+ Plus AAAAB 4.3.20
Icon 42kWh AAAAC 26.1.22 C-Class C63 S Coupé AAAAB 24.4.19 SUBARU WESTFIELD
week, so as to best assess and reflect the suitability CLS 53 4Matic+ AAAAC 17.10.18 XV 2.0i SE Lineartronic AAACC 28.2.18 Sport 250 AAAAC 29.11.17
of each test subject to its intended purpose. It now FORD EQS 53 4Matic+ AAAAC 8.6.22 Solterra AWD Touring AAACC 15.3.23
Fiesta 1.0T Ecoboost AAAAC 9.8.17 GT R AAAAB 10.5.17
includes modular sections describing in detail the ST-3 1.5 T Ecoboost AAAAB 15.8.18 GT 4dr Coupé 63 4Matic+ AAAAB 13.3.19
limit handling of a new car, or its semi-autonomous Focus 1.5 Ecoboost 182 AAAAB 20.2.19 SLC 43 AAABC 6.7.16 ROAD TESTS ON THIS DAY
ST AAAAC 11.9.19 GLC 63 S 4Matic+ AAABC 13.6.18 2008
assisted driving technologies or its off-road capability. Mustang 5.0 V8 GT F’back AAAAC 24.2.16 GLE 53 4Matic+ AAABC 14.10.20
All of this goes to bringing you the most thorough, Bullitt AAAAC 5.12.18
Mustang Mach-E Extended Range RWD MERCEDES-BENZ
relevant and fair test of a new car we can produce. The AAAAC 23.6.21 A-Class A200 Sport AAAAC 4.7.18
scores from the most recent road tests reproduced GT AWD AAACC 27.4.22 A250e AMG Line Premium AAACC 5.8.20
Puma 1.0T 125 MHEV AAAAB 25.3.20 B-Class B180 Sport AAAAC 3.4.19
here are the ones we gave the cars at the time so they ST AAAAC 24.3.21 CLA 250 AAACC 21.8.19
don’t necessarily represent what those same cars Kuga 2.5 PHEV ST-Line AAABC 24.6.20 C-Class C300e AMG Line AAAAB 4.5.22
Ranger Raptor AAAAC 28.8.19 E-Class E400 Coupé AAAAC 14.6.17
might score today were they rejudged using current E300 Cabriolet AAABC 6.10.21
class standards. But you can dig deeper into their GENESIS S-Class S580e L AAAAB 6.4.22
GV60 Sport Plus AAAAC 24.8.22 EQA 250 AAACC 17.11.21
attributes by using the magazine publication dates G70 2.2 CRDi Luxury Line AAABC 10.11.21 EQB 300 4Matic AAABC 18.5.22
listed here to look up an old test in your own collection or Electrified G80 AAABC 12.10.22 EQE 350+ AAABC 4.1.23
GV80 3.0D Luxury 5-Seater AAABC15.9.21 GLB 220d 4Matic AAABC 16.9.20 LEXUS IS F
you can order a back issue by phoning 0344 848 8816. GLC 250d AAAAC 10.2.16 Lexus makes its own oversteer-
Matt Saunders, road test editor HONDA G-Class G350d AMG Line AAAAC 17.7.19 happy BMW M3 with atmo V8
E Advance AAABC 26.8.20 GLS 400d AAABC 12.2.20
Jazz 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid EX AAABC 7.10.20 X-Class X250d 4Matic AAABC 20.6.18
A6 40 TDI S line Avant AAAAC 14.11.18 Civic 1.5 i-VTEC Turbo AAAAC 19.4.17
Price £51,510 Engine V8, 4969cc, petrol
A L FA R O M E O 50 TFSIe S Line Quattro AAAAC 5.1.22 2.0 Type R GT AAAAB 25.10.17 M G Power 417bhp at 6600rpm Torque
Giulia Quadrifoglio AAAAB 29.3.17 RS6 Avant Carbon Black AAAAC 11.3.20 Clarity FCV AAAAC 12.7.17 3 1.5 3Form Sport AAABC 25.12.13 372lb ft at 5200rpm 0-60mph 5.2sec
Stelvio 2.2D 210 Milano AAABC 3.1.18 A7 Sportback 50 TDI Sport AAABC 11.7.18 HR-V e:HEV AAABC 24.11.21 5 SW EV Exclusive AAABC 25.11.20 0-100mph 12.3sec Quarter mile 14.1sec
Quadrifoglio AAAAC 9.1.19 A8 L 60 TFSIe Sport Quattro AAABC 17.6.20 CR-V 1.5T EX CVT AWD AAABC 7.11.18 ZS EV Exclusive AAACC 4.12.19 Top speed 168mph Economy 18.2mpg
TT RS AAAAC 7.12.16
ALPINA E-tron 55 Quattro AAAAB 26.6.19 HYUNDAI MINI 1970
B3 Touring AAAAA 4.11.20 S Quattro AAABC 2.6.21 i10 1.2 MPi Premium AAAAC 15.4.20 Mini Cooper S AAAAB 2.4.14
B8 Gran Coupé AAAAC 22.9.21 Q2 SQ2 Quattro AAAAC 20.3.19 i20 1.0 T-GDI 100 48V AAABC 24.2.21 Cooper S Works 210 AAAAB 6.12.17
Q4 E-tron 40 Sport AAABC 7.7.21 N AAAAB 25.8.21 Clubman Cooper D AAABC 25.11.15
ALPINE Q5 2.0 TDI S line AAAAC 15.3.17 i30 N AAABC 27.12.17 Convertible Cooper S Sport Automatic
A110 Premiere Edition AAAAA 16.5.18 SQ5 Quattro AAABC 21.6.17 1.4 Premium SE AAABC 13.9.17 AAAAC 19.5.21
Légende GT AAAAB 9.3.22 SQ5 Sportback TDI Quattro AAABC 3.8.22 Kona Electric 64kWh AAAAC 31.10.18 Countryman Cooper D AAABC 22.2.17
Q8 50 TDI S Line AAAAC 26.9.18 Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi AAABC 6.3.19 Plug-in Hybrid AAABC 26.7.17
ARIEL R8 V10 Plus AAAAC 30.12.15 Tucson 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid AAAAC 17.3.21
Atom 4 AAAAA 9.10.19 Nexo AAABC 12.6.19 MITSUBISHI
Nomad AAAAA 24.6.15 BENTLEY Eclipse Cross 1.5 2WD AAACC 14.3.18
Continental GT W12 Coupé AAAAB 2.5.18 JAGUAR Outlander PHEV GX4hs AAABC 16.4.14
ASTON MARTIN Speed Coupé AAAAC 22.12.21 F-Type V8 S Convertible AAAAC 12.6.13
Vantage V8 AAAAB 23.5.18 Flying Spur W12 AAAAB 15.7.20 2.0 R-Dynamic Coupé AAAAC 22.11.17 MORGAN
F1 Edition Coupé AAAAC 1.9.21 Hybrid Mulliner AAAAB 17.8.22 P575 R AWD Coupé AAAAC 29.4.20 Plus Four AAABC 12.8.20
DBS Superleggera AAAAA 21.11.18 Bentayga W12 AAAAB 18.5.16 XF 2.0 R-Sport AAAAB 2.12.15 Super 3 AAAAB 9.11.22 FORD MAVERICK 3.3
DBX AAAAB 28.10.20 300 R-S Sportbrake AAABC 17.4.19 America’s first ‘sub-compact’ to
707 AAAAC 30.11.22 B M W XE 2.0 R-Sport AAAAB 1.7.15 NISSAN
fight Europeans and Japanese
1 Series 118i M Sport AAAAC 30.10.19 E-Pace D180 AWD SE AAABC Micra 0.9 N-Connecta AAAAC
11.4.18 26.4.17
AUDI 2 Series 220i Coupé AAAAC 1.6.22 F-Pace 2.0d AWD AAAAC DIG-T 117 N-Sport AAACC
11.5.16 27.3.19
A1 Sportback 35 TFSI S line AAABC 2.10.19 M2 CS M-DCT AAAAB 19.8.20 P400e R-Dynamic HSE AAAAC Juke 1.0 DIG-T 117 AAABC
1.12.21 29.1.20 Price £2552 Engine 6 cyls in line, 3273cc,
A3 Sportback S3 AAABC 18.11.20 218i Gran Coupé M Sport AAACC 8.4.20 SVR AAAAB Qashqai 1.3 DIG-T 158 AAAAC
24.7.19 28.7.21 petrol Power 122bhp at 4000rpm Torque
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The longest-lived
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$ #B!  The Type 1 was the air-cooled flat-four engine designed for the original Volkswagen (nicknamed the Beetle, although
 %-  ##  never officially called that) and used for many years in other small VWs. It first appeared in 1938 as a 984cc unit with an
"  " "  !  % output of 24bhp, giving the car a decent cruising speed of 60mph. It was reasonably simple to maintain and economical
      '   with it. The car and its engine didn’t stop being built until Mexican production of the Beetle ended in 2003. By this point,
   ,    the Type 1 was a 1.6-litre unit with fuel injection, delivering 51bhp. The engine also saw service in the 1500/1600, 411/412,
  !   % Karmann Ghia and Type 2 (Kombi/Microbus/Transporter).
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Chevrolet small-block V8 Rolls-Royce L-series 1959-2020 (61 years) Ford Windsor V8 1961-present (62 years)
1955-present (68 years) The L-series, Britain’s longest-lived engine, The Windsor V8 began life as a 3.6-litre unit but
The small-block V8 was first used in 4.3-litre was introduced in the Rolls Silver Cloud II, Rolls grew to 5.8 litres in 351W guise. It was fitted
form in the Chevrolet Corvette and the much Phantom V and Bentley S2 – but Bentley got it in initially to the Mk4 Fairlane and later to many
larger Bel Air sedan in 1954, and it appeared in the divorce. It may have started life as a 6.2-litre other Fords, as well as the Sunbeam Tiger and AC
many more General Motors cars and trucks after unit good for only 172bhp, but the L-series bowed Cobra. Last placed in the Ford Explorer in 2001,
that. Although brawny, its relative compactness out touting 6.75 litres, twin turbochargers it’s no longer used for any production car, but
made it easy to package, and it was reliable and and, inside the Mulsanne Speed, a thunderous Ford will still sell you a new ‘crate’ engine to do
straightforward to maintain. Its final production 190mph top speed. The engine had its last day of with as you will. The Boss Block pictured packs
application was in various GM vans in 2003, but production on 1 June 2020 and was fitted to the 567bhp and will enliven any recent Mustang – but
it’s still built for the aftermarket today. final Mulsanne, a 6.75 Edition by Mulliner special. is only for off-street use, due to emissions rules.

BMC A-series 1951-2000 (49 years) Buick V6 1962-2009 (47 years) Fiat 100 Series 1955-2001 (46 years)
From the first Austin A30 to the last classic This became the first V6 to power a volume- The first engine fitted to the rear of any Fiat was
Mini, the A-series and the highly developed produced American car when it was fitted to the 100 Series, which made its debut in 633cc
but technically similar A-Plus were used in a the Buick Special as a 3.2-litre powerplant. The form in the 600 of 1955, when it produced only
bewildering variety of mass-market British cars. manufacturing rights were briefly held by Kaiser- 20bhp. Available in many sizes from then on,
It was also a cheap and usually reliable power Jeep until General Motors bought them back. the 100 Series just made it into the 21st century
source for many low-volume sports cars, kit cars The last car among many in the GM empire to before Fiat withdrew it from the Panda range
and home-built specials. Originally 803cc in size use it was the first-generation Buick LaCrosse, early in 2001, when it was a 903cc unit good
and offering just 28bhp, it maxed out as a 1275cc which went out of production in 2009, by which for 44bhp. Peak power was as a 69bhp 1050cc
unit with 94bhp, powering the MG Metro Turbo. time the engine was a 3.8-litre unit. engine in the Autobianchi/Lancia A112 Abarth.

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