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Jaguar limo New ‘XJ’ in radical fresh-start EV trio 6
Alpine A310 Reborn as four-seat electric sports car 10
Ford, VW camper vans Next-gen Nugget, California 12 WILL EVs EVER BE PURE
Insurance price hike Why premiums have shot up 14
Kia EV5 Sportage-sized electric SUV on the way 16 DRIVER’S CARS? YOU BET
TESTED VAUXHALL ASTRA SPORTS TOURER PHEV 26 AS RECENTLY AS 2019,
Range Rover Velar Does this update go far enough? 22 there were fewer than 20
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Toyota bZ4X The car behind the alphabet soup 27 sale in the UK. If you go
Mercedes-AMG EQE 53 Big, 617bhp saloon hits UK 27 shopping today, you’ll find that figure
Porsche 911 Carrera T ROAD TEST 48 is far closer to 100 – and it’s growing
FEATURES rapidly. As the number of electric
Best Fun EV 2023 Supertest of six £40k hatches28 options rises, the cars themselves are
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Unimog driven The unstoppable 4x4 that does it all becoming more diverse and include a
Mohammed Ben Sulayem FIA boss speaks candidly 44 variety of performance machines that
put an increased focus on ‘fun’.
OUR CARS THE 4x4 WITH OFF-ROAD SUPERPOWERS 38 Just take a look at the six contenders
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Audi TT RS Sport Edition arrives for a farewell tour
Range Rover PHEV pros and cons on a Loire holiday 57
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BMW iX1 iDrive infotainment given real-world test 59 group test. We considerably narrowed
the field this year to concentrate on
EVERY WEEK affordable EVs (although that term
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three-strong electric line-up beside GT and SUV

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 The electric
XJ was in the final
stages of public-road
testing before being axed
in 2021 by previous JLR CEO
Thierry Bolloré. It was a “very
SPY SHOTS tough decision”, he said,
made in light of the move to
a bespoke architecture
and a significant step
upmarket.
J
aguar is preparing to
launch a large, lavish
electric saloon to
serve as an indirect
replacement for the axed
XJ EV, Autocar can reveal.
It was previously understood
that Jaguar’s new four-seat
grand tourer, launching in
2025, would be followed into
dealerships by a pair of luxury
crossovers. But now a source
familiar with the new models
has told Autocar that while
one of the other two cars is
indeed a Bentley Bentayga-
sized flagship SUV, the other is
actually an imposing limousine
conceived in the mould of the
XJ, albeit heavily redesigned,
substantially larger and much
more luxurious.
All three cars will sit on
the long-wheelbase JEA
electric vehicle platform being
developed exclusively for use
by new-era Jaguar models.
Talking recently to Autocar,
JLR CEO Adrian Mardell said
the Jaguar brand needed its
own architecture: “Otherwise,
it doesn’t quite look as potent
‘Old’ XJ replacement was
close to being production-
ready before being canned
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New limousine will be a de
facto XJ replacement but
larger and more luxurious
and exuberant as you would
wish it to. This wheelbase and
this architecture will deliver
the design intent.”
Priced from between
£100,000 and £125,000, the
three cars will come equipped
with four-wheel drive, four-
wheel steering and ultra-fast
charging capacity that will
allow for a 10-80% top-up time
of just 13 minutes. Early details
suggest each will produce no
less than 450bhp, sprint from
0-62mph in between 3.0sec
and 3.8sec, top out at 155mph
and offer ranges of at least
385 miles and up to 475 miles.
Before ex-JLR CEO Thierry
Bolloré’s Reimagine plan was
introduced, Jaguar had been
developing an electric XJ
that was based on the Range
Rover’s MLA platform and
originally due for launch by
2022. But the project was
scrapped when the car was
deemed incompatible with
the wider plan for Jaguar.
That car has never been
revealed, and Jaguar had
given no indication of its
Jaguar won’t look
back at its heritage to
inform its new models
performance potential before
the programme was halted
in 2021. It’s likely, however,
that its replacement’s
impressive figures are only
possible because of significant
advancements in battery,
motor and charging hardware
in the intervening years.
Not only will they make
the new electric saloon
immediately one of the most
advanced cars in its segment
when it is launched, but they
should also ensure that the
model remains at the cutting
edge until the next step-
change in the development of
electric drivetrain technology.
Autocar’s source said the
saloon and its range-mates
are unrelated to every car
Jaguar has launched so far
and bear little resemblance
to the artists’ impressions
that have been circulating
since the brand’s reinvention
plans were first made public.
Perhaps most surprising
of the details obtained by
Autocar is that the new models
no longer bear the leaping Î 
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30 AUGUST 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 7
 Í cat emblem that has
adorned most of the
Coventry-based firm’s
cars since the end of the
Second World War. Instead,
the Jaguar name will be
spelled out across the front
and rear in a new font, which
is emblematic of the granular
approach that bosses are
taking with the brand’s
reinvention programme.
Chief creative officer
Gerry McGovern’s pledge
that the cars will be “a copy
of nothing” (itself based on
a quote by Jaguar founder
Sir William Lyons) is clearly
being followed to the letter.
Mardell recently told
Autocar that all current
Jaguar models will have
to come off sale by 2025
because they will look nothing
like their replacements.
“When we launch our new
JEA platform, the change
from today on Jaguar is very
dramatic,” he said. “We don’t
want older-looking cars and
newer-looking cars.”
To that end, the silhouette
of each new Jaguar will be a
radical departure from that of
even its most closely related
predecessor. For example,
while the large electric
limousine at the heart of
the proposed three-strong
model range is best thought
of as a spiritual successor
to the XJ, it won’t ape the
swooping three-box shape
shared by each of that car’s
five generations. Instead,
Autocar’s source indicates
that it will adopt a radically
minimalist new look with no
obvious inspiration from any
model past or present.
Described as comparable in
size to the Bentley Mulsanne –
which was 5575mm long as
standard – the new saloon will
have a low-slung silhouette
defined by sharp surfacing
and generous proportions.
The flat front end will host infotainment interface. A passengers will get USB-C and luxury appeal in pursuit
ultra-slim LED headlights smaller touchscreen on the charging ports, individual of a tighter, sleeker silhouette
arranged in a distinctive centre console, meanwhile, infotainment screens on the and a more obvious focus on
new pattern around a handles key functions such as back of the front seats and performance, but the SUV
non-functional grille-style the climate control and audio. blinds for the rear windows at the top of the line-up
structure that will come to The centre console will and reclining seats, as well as will no doubt offer space
be known as the new face of either extend through the generous amounts of leg, head and opulence on a par with
Jaguar. It will be joined at length of the cabin to divide and elbow room, aided by the those of its Bentley rival.
a near-90deg angle to an the rear seat into two separate car’s substantial footprint. JLR’s goal is for the revived
expansive, probing bonnet areas or be of a shortened It’s not yet known whether Jaguar brand to sell 4000 cars
that’s said to be longer than design to give a more the related GT model, which a month globally. To achieve
that of any previous Jaguar. conventional five-seat layout. is described as a sporting that, based on the much
Other defining features In keeping with Jaguar’s version of the saloon, will trade higher pricing structures it
of both the saloon and its shift upmarket, rear-seat some of that capaciousness will introduce, its cars must be
GT and SUV stablemates
include a ‘floating’ roof effect
achieved by black A- and
B-pillars, striking 22in alloy
wheel designs and a range
of overtly luxurious paint
options including brushed
gold and silver.
The tail-lights, meanwhile,
are said to be integrated into
ultra-thin slits that run across
the wide-arched rear end and
will be ‘invisible’ when the cars
are turned off, as is the case
with the latest Range Rover.
None of the three cars
will feature a rear window,
in a move mirroring that of
Swedish EV maker Polestar.
Rear visibility will instead
be provided by a digital
‘mirror’ screen at the base
of the windscreen, while
smaller screens at the base
of the A-pillars will replace
conventional side mirrors.
The minimalist design
theme carries over to the
interiors of the new cars,
which major on advanced
technology, spaciousness and
upmarket materials (including
vegan-friendly upholstery
options) – although individual
differences for each model
remain to be seen.
At this stage, it’s
understood that the saloon
only has buttons on the
steering wheel, with a
slick wraparound digital IMAGE
display behind the steering
wheel serving as the main

‘MODER N LUXURY ’ K E Y TO JL R’S R E TA IL F U T UR E

Jaguar’s reinvention
programme involves
removing the brand from
certain JLR dealerships
worldwide. The move is
being made in line with
the new ‘House of Brands’
approach to carving each
existing model line –
Jaguar, Range Rover,
Discovery and Defender –
into a brand in its own right.
“You don’t need to cram
a vehicle in at a dealership
with 20 vehicles,” said JLR
CEO Adrian Mardell of the
move to a more intimate
showroom arrangement that
will have some dealerships
narrow their focus to specific
brands. “I would argue that’s
not ‘modern luxury’. When
you’re walking around a
dealership, you don’t want
to be squeezing between
two bumpers.
“We’re going to be much
more bespoke about how
we show our brands. We’re
going to have Range Rover
houses, we’re going to have
Jaguar houses, maybe we
have a Defender house and
a Discovery house. Maybe
some outlets will have all of
the Land Rover brands.”
JLR has previously said
its shift to an agency model –
whereby it will move away
from franchising dealers
to take direct control of the
retail process – will foster a
“much warmer, much more
hospitable and much more
relaxed” buying experience.
Some sites will close as
part of this process, although
it hasn’t been confirmed how
More intimate ‘bespoke’
many, and it remains to be
showrooms will become
seen what physical footprint
the norm for Jaguar
the Jaguar brand will retain.

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designed to appeal to buyers in
emerging luxury car markets.
Mardell explained: “North
America, UK, Europe: these
are regions where Jaguar
has sold well in the past,
and they will sell well there
again, and we have China,
which we’ve never broken
through, and Jaguar never
relied on, but which we’re
now starting to understand.
“We’ve got people in China
researching and sharing their
views on those vehicles, so they
can actually tell us whether
they think those vehicles
can be successful within
China, and we’re delighted
with their response.”
Jaguar’s four-door GT will
be shown late next year before
going on sale in 2025. The firm
hasn’t hinted at arrival dates
for its range-mates, but it will
launch no more than one car
per year after the first.
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The SUV will offer space
and opulence on a par
with its Bentley rival
a
Mardell envisions
dealers focused on MODERN YET TRADITIONAL
a particular brand
F E L I X PA G E
This news is the most
concrete indication yet
that Jaguar’s new family
of electric vehicles really
will be the embodiment of
‘modern luxury’.
Indeed, they will have to
be. The saloon uncovered
by Autocar, for example, will
go toe-to-toe with some of
the most deeply impressive
electric limousines on sale
and be priced to match.
Plus, it won’t be able to
hide behind established
NEWS
Minimalist interiors will
centre on touchscreens,
use sustainable materials
Jaguar brand cachet and
reputation, because clearly
the firm has no intention of
drawing on any of that.
Traditionalists may
bemoan the extinction
of buttons, the LED love-
in and the advent of top-
drawer connectivity tech,
but above all Jaguar is
a brand so intrinsically
linked with saloons that
surely the emergence
of another can only be
cause for celebration.
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 A310 to be reborn as
electric four-seater
Alpine readies sleek four-seat sports car as part of
The original
A310, launched
in 1971 as the A110’s
successor, had a 125bhp
twin-carb Gordini four-
pot at the rear. Later
cars got a meatier
seven-strong electric car line-up 148bhp V6.

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A
lpine is bringing
back the A310 as
a rakish, four-seat
electric sports car,
and bosses have confirmed
the model will remain true
to the principles of lightness
and agility that have come
to define the French firm.
The revived A310 is one of
seven new electric cars set to
be launched by 2030 as part
of a wholesale reinvention
programme for the Renault
Group’s sporting brand. It will
be based on the same Alpine
Performance Platform (APP)
as the forthcoming electric
A110 coupé, due in 2027,
and is expected to serve in
effect as a more practical
alternative to the flagship
two-seater, in a relationship
mirroring that of Porsche’s
718 Cayman and 911.
The performance-oriented
APP architecture has been
conceived to be as configurable
as possible and will underpin
a compact four-seater that
Alpine bosses say will tout
engaging driving dynamics
to make it “an icon of future
sports cars”.
Alpine marketing director
Bruce Pillard
said: “If all our
future models
are going to
be electric,
they’re going
to be true
EV successor to
A110 is due in 2027
Alpines. They will have the
DNA of agility and lightness.
Even if it’s an electric car with
a battery inside, you’re going
to feel the lightness. That’s
very important.”
Design director Antony
Villain (pictured below) added:
“We want to do a 2+2 sports
car, and of course some time
in the past we had the A310,
so we will bring together these
two ideas as a first intention.
Our work now is to frame the
[APP] platform that we’re
working on, and the final
design will be finished in
a year and a half.”
The decision to make
the A310 a four-seater
comes in line with Alpine’s
transformative initiative
to move away from being
a niche manufacturer to
becoming a key volume
player on the world stage.
A diversified seven-strong
line-up will comprise the
Renault 5-based A290 hot
hatchback, A110 (in both
coupé and roadster forms),
A310, GT X-Over crossover
and even D- and E-segment
luxury range-toppers (see
separate story, right), all due
within the next seven years.
Pillard said the A310 is
emblematic of Alpine’s bid
for mass appeal: “The A110 is
limited in volume because it’s
a two-seater, and we know that
adding two more seats in a car
will make a huge difference.”
That the cars are electric
is “not the problem”, Pillard
added, but the focus is on
giving them each a distinctive
character – and therefore
appeal – for customers.
Villain said the “vast
expertise” that Alpine has
at its disposal, including
its Formula 1 race team and
recently appointed CEO
Philippe Krief, formerly of
Ferrari and Alfa Romeo, will be
instrumental in achieving this.
Villain added that Alpine
is working on taking the next
A110 “to the next level” for
the electric era, saying that
he wants the trademark two-
seater to be a “reference point
for the next 50 years”.
As well as readying a raft of
mass-market battery-electric
sports cars, Alpine is also
working to develop a running
prototype of its outlandish
Alpenglow hypercar concept.
Due to be revealed “soon”, it’s
set to serve as a showcase for
the feasibility of hydrogen-
combustion technology in
the performance car sector.
JONATHAN BRYCE
Alpenglow concept
is being developed

RECYCLED JAGS HOOKED UP TO GRID MASER BACK ON TRACK WITH MCXTREMA

Used I-Pace batteries will help reduce pressure on
the national grid. Jaguar will supply second-life
power packs for Wykes Engineering’s new Battery
Energy Storage System, which accumulates solar
and wind power for later use in peak periods.
The new Maserati MCXtrema is a £936,000 track
toy with a 730bhp V6. Based on the MC20, the
spiritual successor to the MC12 Versione Corse
weighs just 1300kg and wears a fearsome aero
package to glue it to the ground at high speed.

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 NEWS
Alpine’s E-segment
SUV will be aimed
at the US market

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RIMAC GRABS
’RING RECORD
The Rimac Nevera hyper-
coupé has broken the
Nürburgring lap record
for a production electric

‘Ambitious’ dynamics key for Alpine’s SUVs car, posting a blistering

UPCOMING D- AND E-segment
models from Alpine will feature
“high-performance and
energised” chassis dynamics
inspired by the A110 while
fulfilling a brief to give the
French brand a footprint in
the crucial luxury car market.
Porsche Macan rival
will seek to emulate
A110 dynamics
EQB in red, EQA
in blue; new grille
features star motif
The electric range-toppers,
which are expected in 2027
and 2028, will take the form of
highly specified electric SUVs
to rival the Porsche Macan and
Cayenne. As such, they will be
marketed as ‘lifestyle’ products,
rather than pure-performance
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machines, but Alpine bosses
have promised that engaging
dynamics will still be among
their core attributes.
Alpine’s head of design,
Antony Villain, said: “The idea
is to use the driving experience
of the A110 and duplicate it in
different segments. We want
something high-performance,
sporty and energised. We don’t
want something that just goes
in straight lines super-quickly.”
Villain admitted how
“ambitious” this is, not
least because electric
cars are inherently heavier
than their combustion-
engined equivalents.
Translating the driving
dynamics of the A110 to an
electric SUV requires “various
technical solutions”, said
Villain, such as a low centre
of gravity, torque vectoring
and four-wheel steering, all of
which are expected to feature
on Alpine’s ‘lifestyle’ models.
Asked for clues to the
larger E-segment car’s
overall dimensions, Villain
said: “We’re using it to expand
our footprint and especially to
enter the US market. That’s
why it’s bigger compared
with Europe. I wouldn’t say
it’s a compact car, but it’s
not a large car. For Europe
it’s a large car, but for the
US it’s still compact.”
Villain hinted at the
E-segment model being
about five metres in length,
which would make it a natural
rival to SUVs such as the Audi
Q8 E-tron and BMW iX.
The D-segment model is
expected to be about 4.7m.
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Track Pack – by 20sec.
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MERCEDES ROLLS OUT MID-LIFE UPDATES FOR EQA AND EQB

Mercedes’ smallest EVs, the EQA and EQB crossovers, have received makeovers and rafts of new kit. Each revised model is
due in dealerships early next year sporting a new star-pattern grille motif with LED light bar, a redesigned steering wheel with
touch controls and the latest generation of the firm’s MBUX infotainment system. Efficiency improvements are said to boost the
EQA’s range to 348 miles, and the EQB can now be ordered with a towbar for hauling loads of up to 1700kg.

FIRST GLIMPSE OF ELECTRIC NSX SUPERCHARGERS GET MORE SUPER

It seems we’ve just had our first look at Honda’s
next supercar. Sibling brand Acura’s new Electric
Vision Design Study looks to preview a futuristic,
fully electric successor to the recently retired
NSX. No word yet on a debut date, though.
Tesla has opened its first V4 Superchargers in
the UK. Available to all CCS-compatible EVs, the
new devices in Tottenham introduce contactless
payment, support charging at up to 250kW and
house a three-metre cable for ease of plugging.

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Ford and VW reveal new campers

Next-generation Ford Nugget and VW California up ante in burgeoning van sector

F
ord and Volkswagen
have revealed radical
new versions of their
Rear seats get
popular mid-sized 350W solar panels on
Westfalia interior is upgraded speakers
camper vans, ushering in new the roof can top up
now easier to navigate, and standard-fit
platforms, heavily reworked the leisure battery
with a flatter floor and USB-C ports
cabins and – for the first time – while stationary
electrified powertrain options. a more compact
Both were revealed at the dashboard
Caravan Salon in Düsseldorf,
Germany, and have been Inclinometer levels
conceived to cater to surging the van to make for
demand in this segment, easy set-up and a
with sales of leisure vehicles comfortable sleep
in Europe doubling between
2016 and 2021. More than
180,000 motorhomes Why is it called
are now sold in the the Nugget? The
region each year. name dates back to 1986,
Ford said it sells and although its origins
30,000 examples are unclear, Ford Pro boss
of the Transit-based Hans Schep suggests it could
Nugget annually refer to the camper being a
and Volkswagen nugget of gold, “which
said it has sold really is right”.
260,000 units of the
California globally since
it was launched 20 years ago.

Camping chairs are

W H AT A B OUT A cleverly stowed in Bigger fridge, integrated hob and sink,
BABY CAMPER? a new cubby inside soft-close latches, 20% more worktop
the bootlid

FORD NUGGET GETS NEW PLATFORM,

Autocar asked Ford Pro
marketing boss Paul
Baynes if a camping
version of the smaller
Tourneo Courier could be
possible. “We have looked
at it,” he revealed, but
added: “I would say this
segment is very small
compared to the growth
we’ve seen in the compact
and the semi-integrated
market. But we’re always
looking for opportunities.”
MORE SPACE AND PHEV POWER
Based on the upcoming
Transit Custom and sharing
its re-engineered platform, the
new Nugget brings the options
of hybrid power and four-wheel
drive for the first time.
Due in the spring and priced
from around £65,000, the new
Nugget is said to be roomier,
more practical and more car-
like to drive. It has five seats,
bedding for four, a capacious
kitchen, 5G connectivity and
even a hot shower as standard.
Plug-in power is supplied
by the Kuga PHEV’s petrol-
electric set-up, pairing a
2.5-litre four-cylinder engine
with an electric motor for
230bhp, while an 11.8kWh
battery will supply an EV range
in the region of 20 miles.
The first examples, though,
will have a 168bhp diesel engine Roof bed is easier to take down,
paired with a new eight-speed thanks to new ‘self-folding’ fabric
automatic gearbox.

New Cayenne PHEV has 729bhp New range-topper will

THE NEW TURBO E-Hybrid
is the most powerful version
of the Porsche Cayenne yet.
The plug-in hybrid super-
SUV is on sale now, priced
from £130,200 and offering
the choice of a conventional
or coupé bodystyle.
It peaks at 729bhp, thanks
to an “extensively reworked”
591bhp twin-turbocharged
4.0-litre petrol V8 engine
and a 174bhp electric motor.
Porsche claims a 0-62mph
time of 3.7sec and a top speed
of 183mph.
Adding the £21,400 GT
Package brings a titanium
go head to head with
BMW XM Label Red
exhaust, a carbonfibre roof,
bespoke bodywork and yet
stronger performance:
0-62mph in 3.6sec and
a top speed of 190mph.
Meanwhile, a 25.9kWh
battery beneath the boot
gives the PHEV an electric-
only range of 51 miles.

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 Premium
prices soar as
insurers cover
their costs
Cheaper policies fail to appear
as insurers feel the squeeze

D
espite insurers blaming
recent sharp rises in the
cost of motor insurance
on inflation, many are
continuing to charge wildly
different premiums for the
same vehicle, throwing doubt
on the reasons given for the
increases and putting some
motorists at risk of paying
much more for their insurance
than other drivers.
In its latest quarterly
bulletin, the Association
of British Insurers (ABI)
reported that the average
insurance premium paid by
motorists between April and
June this year was £511, an
increase of 21% on the same
period last year. Renewals
were priced at an average of
£471, while new policies hit
£566. The figures quoted are
for average prices paid rather
than quoted, which tend to be
higher and which, according
to Consumer Intelligence,
increased by 48% in the 12
months to June this year.
The ABI blamed the
increases on a number of
factors: the £2.4 billion
insurers paid out for vehicle
parts and repairs, the costs
of which have risen by 33%;
the cost of replacement cars,
which are up 29%; and on
personal injury claims, which,
in the first quarter of the year,
were 14% higher than in the
same period last year.
Autocar has found that
despite these universal
increases, insurers are
still quoting very different
premiums for the same vehicle
and driver. For example, for a
Volkswagen Golf insured by
a 63-year-old, Compare the
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CAR INSURANCE
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driver, although they
should also drive the car.
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save £240 doing this
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accurately. Some
descriptions, such as
‘cook’ instead of ‘chef’,
are deemed a higher risk
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black box or telematics
policy
„Check out a pay-per- Quotes for a Golf driven
mile policy. If you’re a by a 63-year-old ranged
low-mileage driver, you from £340 to £4464
could save £170
data has revealed that average
car insurance premiums have
increased by up to £208 year
on year, reaching £743 in June
2023. The increasing price
of premiums has been partly
driven by a rise in the cost
of claims for insurers as well
Claim Guru, says this proves of the market for business “They could fill the hole in their as the rising cost of vehicle
that despite the inflationary reasons,” he said. revenues from the profits made repairs. Drivers hoping to save
pressures they claim to be He added they are doing during Covid when people were money on their car insurance
under, insurers are still ‘cherry- this against the backdrop of driving less and claims fell. But should compare prices online,
picking’ business. “The issue declining investment returns. they’re passing all of the cost where they could save up
of premiums rising because “Insurers make much of their on to motorists.” to £457 by switching their

Market generated 129 quotes of inflation is an illusion on the profit from investing premiums, Responding to Autocar’s provider ahead of renewal.”
ranging from £340 to £4464. part of some insurers who have but this income has fallen, research, Ursula Gibbs, director The pressure on premiums
Tim Kelly, an insurance increased them only to price making them more exposed to at Compare the Market, said: was meant to be alleviated by
expert and founder of Motor themselves out of certain areas the effect of inflation,” he said. “Compare the Market’s latest tighter rules on whiplash claims

14 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 30 AUGUST 2023


that came into force in May
2021. The government said
these would save motorists
£1bn a year, equivalent to £35
per policy, but premiums have
continued to rise since then.
FCA rules on the pricing of
motor insurance introduced in
January last year were meant
to achieve the same effect by
ensuring existing policy holders
no longer subsidised insurers’
business by paying higher
renewal premiums than those
offered to new customers. But
critics, including Ros Altmann,
a Conservative peer and
former government minister,
say the move has simply
prevented people who used to
shop around from securing a
low-price renewal.
A spokesperson for the
FCA said: “The ABI data for
the first quarter after our
rules were introduced showed
average premiums fell by 5%.
We recognised that some
customers who routinely
shopped around may no
longer be able to access the
lowest premiums. However, in
our cost-benefit analysis we
determined the rules would
have a substantial net benefit
on the average premium paid
FA KE THEF TS ON THE UP
While many theft claims
are genuine, the cost of
living crisis is believed to
be behind an increase in
fraudulent claims relating
to stolen vehicles of all
types and prices.
According to the National
Crime Agency (NCA),
vehicle thefts rose 19%
to 110,739 cases last year.
Chris Edwards, motor
development director at
QuestGates, a leading
loss-adjusting company that
acts on behalf of insurers,
believes that a “good
proportion” of these claims
are fraudulent and made
Not all vehicle thefts
are as straightforward
as they first seem
Average premiums have increased
by up to £208, reaching £743
by customers as a whole.”
The FCA also recognises
that inflation remains an issue
for insurers. In addition to the
increases in vehicle repair
expenses attributable to rising
parts, labour and energy costs,
a sharp increase in the cost
of courtesy cars is forcing
insurers to write off vehicles
they would previously have
repaired. Claims for vehicle
theft are also increasing;
earlier this year we reported
how, in London, insurers have
substantially increased the
cost of cover for Range Rovers
and other prestige SUVs, while
Shopping around for
insurance no longer
ensures big savings
by people facing financial
difficulties.
He said: “Inexperienced
fraudsters think keyless
theft is impossible for
insurers to dispute. However,
when we do our research,
we find they have missed
finance repayments and
have hidden the vehicle
away. We also suspect some
people have their car stolen
to order. We have various
techniques, including
voice stress analysis, for
unmasking fraudsters, and
often, when we apply them,
the next day the ‘stolen’ car
miraculously reappears.”
` which number you
a between different
some are refusing to insure
them altogether.
A rise in fraudulent claims
is partly to blame (see above)
and Chris Edwards from claims
handling company QuestGates
says this can in part be
attributed to an inadequate
police response to vehicle theft.
“The police give claimants
a crime reference number but
rarely follow the incident up,”
he said. “We suspect letting the
insurer sort out the problem
is easier.” Unfortunately for
motorists, the result is higher
insurance premiums.
JOHN EVANS
NEWS
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SECOURR INDETUSTRSYOINSUIDERRCE
WHILE WE ALL
argue about whether
touchscreens are a
sensible alternative
to buttons on a car’s
dashboard, the
manufacturers will
urge us to try the
safer and easier way to
control everything:
voice activation.
Reserved British
drivers still might baulk
at telling their car that
they have a cold bottom
and would rather just
press a button, but the
technology is now at
the point where the
car knows what they’re
talking about.
This wasn’t the way
with the earliest voice
activation systems,
fitted in the early
2000s to German
cars with a built-in,
factory-fit phone.
To avoid accidents
caused while the driver
dialled into a keypad,
you could tell the car
wanted. This seemed
to work well, and it
could even distinguish
British accents. But
it fell apart if you
tried to call a number
containing a nine.
Having been developed
in Germany, the
processor thought you
were saying ‘no’ and
cancelled the operation.
Embarrassed
bosses quietly dropped
the option while the
software was rewritten.
30 AUGUST 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 15
OFFICIAL PICTURES
Five-seat EV5 takes
design cues from
EV5 IN FIVE FACTS
seven-seat EV9 It will be kept fresh after
1 launch with over-the-
air updates and owners
will be able to activate
features on demand.

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opening doors are gone,
but the EV5 has a unique
bench-style front seat.

Leaked details reveal

3
Kia EV5 adopts sharp look
that the EV5 is 4615mm
long, 1875mm wide and
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T
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electric SUV that majors
on practicality and space.
It will initially be built and
sold in China, but Autocar
understands that a European
launch – including the UK –
is highly likely. Kia promised
details of a launch in “select
global markets” at an event
in October.
When the EV5 arrives in
dealerships, it will serve as
an electric alternative to the
similarly sized Kia Sportage,
It will arrive
with a 215bhp,
229lb ft motor
with rivals including the Skoda
Enyaq iV, Ford Explorer and
Fisker Ocean.
The influence of the flagship
seven-seat EV9 is obvious in
the EV5’s upright, two-box
silhouette, chunky lower
body cladding and distinctive,
angular alloy wheel designs.
The EV5 also shares its
sibling’s aggressive ‘tiger nose’
front-end design and kinked
rear beltline – hallmarks of
the electric Kia line-up.
The interior has been
designed around the idea that
“millennial households now
regard the interior of their EV
SUV not just as a place to sit
safely and comfortably when
travelling from A to B, but as an
additional room to live life in”.
The dashboard, steering
wheel and infotainment suite
look to be largely carried
over from the EV9, with a
wraparound digital panel
housing the driver display
and central touchscreen
and a raft of physical
buttons and switches
retained for core functions.
Kia has disclosed no
technical details about the
EV5 yet, but specifications
uncovered by Chinese media
reveal that it will be launched
with a rear-mounted motor
producing 215bhp and 229lb ft.
Reports also suggest the
battery uses a 400V wiring
architecture instead of the
EV9’s 800V system in a bid
to keep its entry price down.
Kia has promised that every hidden under-seat
entrant into its ‘EV’ family of storage cubbies.
electric cars will ultimately be
offered with a hot GT range-
topper, which means a potent,
4WD version of the EV5 is on
the cards for a debut soon
after the standard car.
With a UK launch expected
to be at least a year away,
it is early to speculate on Customers can
pricing, but landing at
around the £50,000 mark
5 personalise the
cabin, with a choice of four
would line up the EV5 neatly colours, five seat patterns
against its direct rivals. and three materials.
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Architecture
of interior also
draws on EV9

VOLVO TEES UP SURPRISE LUXURY MPV

Volvo is gearing up to reveal a luxury
electric MPV that it has described as a
“Scandinavian living room on the move”.
Expected to be twinned with Chinese
sibling brand Zeekr’s new 009 and
tipped for more than 500bhp and
500 miles of range, the EM90 will be
revealed on 12 November. It’s likely to
be exclusive to the Chinese market. OFFICIAL PICTURE

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30 AUGUST 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 25

 TESTER’S NOTE
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26 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 30 AUGUST 2023

 FIRST DRIVES
TESTED 22.8.23, TROSSACHS ON SALE NOW

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30 AUGUST 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 27

 Is 2023 the year electric cars start
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HONDA E ADVANCE
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rich in character. RL straights but less
Niro brings the comfort; testers (above) bring the joy press-on in corners

30 AUGUST 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 31

 4 TH
PLACE TESTER’S NOTE
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electric hot hatch. The
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needs a marked
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sound generator. MP

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34 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 30 AUGUST 2023


W H I C H C A R WA S B E S T F O R T H E 25 0 - M I L E D R I V E T H E R E?
Given most of us live in the south, our
showdown began with some long trips
just to reach these fine driving roads.
So maybe the real winner here was
Matt Prior, whose 1996 Lotus Elise S1
got him to Helmsley quicker and more
comfortably than any of our test
contenders. Oh, to have avoided
a 45-minute stop at Wetherby
services in the driving rain.
But as for the EVs, it was the
Kia that elicited the biggest
smile from its pilot before the
test proper got under way,
leaving London with 274 miles
on the display and pulling
over before the finish line
only because of the capacity
limitations of its driver.
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country lanes felt made to
measure for the 500e
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The Cupra proved an agreeable
long-distance companion too, with
its relatively efficient single-motor
powertrain, 58kWh battery and quick-
charge capability making the jaunt
up from Kent relatively painless.
The Renault also fared well, with its
now-standard heat pump lending its
driver a degree of reassurance that
was missing from the initial batch of
weather-susceptible UK cars.
Things were less rosy over in the
MG’s corner, where it quickly emerged
that the 200bhp power boost
and second driven axle had
a rather dramatic effect
on cruising consumption,
although 140kW charging
was a thin silver lining.
Certainly, the Abarth
driver could only look on in
envy as his luminescent lout
lapped up electrons at
a piffling 85kW.
And so what of the Honda?
BEST FUN EV SUPERTEST
While we had all been glad to take a
quick blast around the moors in the
plucky little E, it was the last set of
keys swiped from the bucket at the
end of the test. Each of us had more
than 200 miles to travel home, and this
short-legged, slow-charging city car
was hardly the obvious steed of choice.
Steve Cropley was unfazed,
however, and set off cheerily towards
the Cotswolds. It wasn’t until much,
much later that the rest of us realised
what a lucky escape we’d had: a
tricky contactless payment problem
prolonged his already lengthy charging
stops, and that, together with the
need to maintain a range-maximising
55mph cruise, meant a notional sub-
five-hour journey took nearer nine.
30 AUGUST 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 35
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Template for the electric hot hatch.
Great EV but also engaging thanks
to a sweet rear-drive balance

Rating AAAAC TESTER’S NOTE

Price £38,395 But for the pricier
Engine Permanent magnet cars in last year’s test,
synchronous motor the Born arguably
Power 201bhp deserved a podium
Torque 229lb ft place, so I’m glad it
Gearbox 1-spd reduction, RWD came back this year
Kerb weight 1736kg and won. It feels more
0-62mph 7.3sec and more like a really
Top speed 99mph cleverly conceived
Battery 62.0/58.0kWh It is agile, has an car every time I
(total/usable) inviting rear-drive drive it. MS
Range, economy 262 miles, 4.0mpkWh balance and is usable

36 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 30 AUGUST 2023

 BEST FUN EV SUPERTEST

HOW THEY
I WA S KIA NIRO EV

EVERYDAY USABILITY
FINISHED

HANDLING APPEAL
ROBBED

PERFORMANCE
The Niro, with a front-drive architecture shared Each of our six judges

FUN FACTOR
ALL-ROUND
with combustion cars, can’t beat the Born for ranked every car out
balance, but it gets close and deserved to finish of 10 in five areas

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higher. There’s genuine throttle adjustability

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here and the fact that you can turn off all the
systems shows a sense of humour. The way
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it last; Verpraet put it second last; Cropley is among the best 5 Kia Niro EV 36 38 55 29 30 188
put it last; and Page put it joint second last. here too. Sloppy 6 Honda E 27 41 19 52 44 183
I, meanwhile, put it second. Perhaps I live fun it may be, but
closer to my favourite roads. MP fun all the same. IV

Born’s 229lb ft gives

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reasonably use

Born feels good inside; our judges deliberate (above)

30 AUGUST 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 37

A Unimog is a Swiss Army knife on wheels: fit for any
purpose. And it will go places and do things that no
other single vehicle can. Matt Prior plunges in

38 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 30 AUGUST 2023

 UNIMOG INSIGHT

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which is labelled by Google as a lawnmower
shop, and sure enough, inside you can spend
anything from a couple of quid on some bolts or
a strimmer wire through to a third of a million to
have your Unimog specified just so.
What Tim Ibbett doesn’t know about Unimogs
(as well as selling them and servicing them, he goes
racing in them) isn’t worth knowing, and he has this
1956 model ‘401’, still very similar to the original –
42 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 30 AUGUST 2023
albeit with a Land Rover cab roof grafted on later.
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the latest Unimog, and more sparse. Bare metal
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and flat. The spindly gearlever appears like a wand
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conventional pedals.
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sticky, so I might have to place a foot underneath to
lower the idle rate, and that the brakes don’t really
work. It has “classic entertainment value”, he says.
In a way, I needn’t worry: it takes me longer to
find any gear at all in this ’box of neutrals than
it would to drive up and down the short track at
walking pace. And it’s the loudest vehicle I’ve
been in this side of a single-seat racing car, with
its transverse-mounted engine rattling away a few
inches in front of me.
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so good and it’s so immediate and honest and real.
You wouldn’t want to go far in one (although if you
gain too much speed, you won’t have a choice). But
as a way to get around some land, what larks. And
how much better it must have felt than a tractor.
If photos made sounds,
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you want earplugs
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powerful man in motorsport. Mohammed Ben Sulayem tells Edd Straw what’s what
44 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 30 AUGUST 2023
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30 AUGUST 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 47

 ROAD TEST

No 5639

Porsche 911
PHOTOGRAPHY JACK HARRISON

Could this be a purist’s 911 for almost entry-level money?

MODEL TESTED CARRERA T
Price £107,770 Power 380bhp Torque 332lb ft 0-60mph 4.9sec 30-70mph in 4th 6.9sec Economy 30.4mpg CO2 emissions 234-247g/km 70-0mph 51.6m

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were neat if flimsy. The new design, for the driver at are an appealingly understated styling touch, although standard wheel and has a slimmer spoke design, and
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device charging just yet.
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live traffic re-routing function is very good.
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system, although our test car had the optional Bose surround-
sound audio set-up (£1152), which had plenty of power and good
all-round reproduction quality – even if a noisy Carrera T is
hardly the ideal mobile listening room.

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Track notes
Wet weather wasn’t a significant z The chassis would z Downhill T2 is a treacherous corner whose
obstacle to the Carrera T carrying benefit from a hint more apex drops away halfway around its arc. T2
serious speed around the Millbrook playfulness in T4 if it let Stability and precision are crucial here – but
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to sweep around its variously bumpy of attitude to feel for the T4
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turn-in and keeping it from rolling into z Lack of sound insulation, short-travel
throttle-off oversteer as 911s are so suspension and Carrera S-spec alloys make
typically liable to do; as did Porsche’s for some noisy intrusions from the axles
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Porsche 911 Carrera T manual (15deg C, wet)
Standing quarter mile 13.2sec at 111.4mph, standing km 23.5sec at 143.4mph, 30-70mph 3.8sec, 30-70mph in fourth 6.9sec
30mph 40mph 50mph 60mph 70mph 80mph 90mph 100mph 110mph 120mph 130mph 140mph
2.1s 2.7s 4.0s 4.9s 5.9s 7.7s 9.1s 10.6s 13.0s 15.3s 17.9s 21.4s
0 10s 20s
Chevrolet Corvette C8 3LT Coupé (2022, 18deg C, dry)
Standing quarter mile 12.3sec at 116.9mph, standing km 22.3sec at 148.1mph, 30-70mph 3.2sec, 30-70mph in fourth 6.3sec
30mph 40mph 50mph 60mph 70mph 80mph 90mph 100mph 110mph 120mph 130mph 140mph
1.8s 2.4s 3.1s 3.9s 5.0s 6.2s 7.5s 9.1s 10.9s 13.2s 15.9s 19.2s
0 10s

B R A K I N G 60-0mph: 3.18sec
Porsche 911 Carrera T manual (15deg C, wet)
30mph-0 50mph-0 70mph-0
8.5m 25.7m 51.6m
0 10m 20m 30m 40m 50m
Chevrolet Corvette C8 3LT Coupé (2022, 18deg C, dry)
30mph-0 50mph-0 70mph-0
9.3m 24.1m 45.6m
0 10m 20m 30m 40m

30 AUGUST 2023 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 53

 Data log
P O R S C H E 9 11 CA R R E R A T
On-the-road price £107,770
Price as tested £115,843
Value after 3yrs/36k miles £62,625
Contract hire pcm na
Cost per mile na
Insurance 50/£1195

TYPICAL PCP QUOTE

3 years/30,000 miles, 19% deposit £1175 64 litres
Porsche Financial Services offers the T at just
under £1200 per month, albeit with a substantial
deposit. An APR of 10.4% means that, with an
optional final payment of £68,420, the total
payable after three years is £131,103. Mileage is
10,000 per annum, with a 21p per mile excess fee.

EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST
Active sports exhaust
Sport Chrono Package including drive T E C H N I C A L L AYO U T
mode control knob, Track Precision app Carrera T’s layout is about as simple as 911s get: flat six behind the rear axle drives
Sports Seats Plus, leather/cloth the rear wheels exclusively. Adaptive dampers are standard and four-wheel
PASM Sport suspension steering is optional, but the anti-roll bars are conventional. Our test car weighed a
20/21in Carrera S wheels in little less than Porsche’s DIN kerb weight claim on the scales with a quarter-tank
Titanium Grey fuel fill and the weight was distributed 36% front, 64% rear.
Manual cruise control
10.9in PCM touchscreen ENGINE POWER & TORQUE ECONOMY
infotainment with connected Installation Rear, longitudinal, TEST MPG Track 15.0mpg
500 500
navigation, wireless smartphone rear-wheel drive Touring 39.1mpg
mirroring (Apple and Android), Type 6 cyls horizontally opposed, 380bhp at Average 30.4mpg
Porsche Connect music streaming 2981cc, twin-turbocharged, 400 6500rpm
332lb ft at 400
Solid paint, Racing Yellow nco petrol 1950-5000rpm CLAIMED Low 15.1-15.4mpg
Side window trims, high-gloss black £383 Made of Aluminium block and head Mid 26.2-27.4mpg
Power output (bhp)

Rear-axle steering £1830 Bore/stroke 91.0mm/76.4mm 300 300 High 30.7-32.1mpg

Torque (lb ft)

LED matrix headlights with PDLS Plus £2361 Compression ratio 10.2:1 Extra high 30.4-32.5mpg
Electric folding door mirrors £276 Valve gear 4 per cyl Combined 25.9-27.4mpg
200 200
Fire extinguisher £155 Power 380bhp at 6500rpm
ParkAssist including Surround View £1374 Torque 332lb ft at 1950-5000rpm Tank size 64 litres
Light design package £407 Redline 7500rpm 100 100 Test range 428 miles
Bose surround sound system £1152 Power to weight 259bhp per tonne
Options in bold fitted to test car Torque to weight 226lb ft per tonne Engine (rpm) E M I S S I O N S & TA X
0 0
= Standard na = not available Specific output 127bhp per litre 0 2000 4000 6000 8000 CO2 emissions 234-247g/km
nco = no-cost option Tax at 20/40% pcm £652/£1304

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

Construction Steel/aluminium Type 7-spd manual Front 330mm ventilated discs PSM, ABS, extended braking functions,
monocoque Ratios/mph per 1000rpm Rear 330mm ventilated discs Brake Assist with pedestrian detection
Weight/as tested 1470kg/1456kg 1st 3.91/5.6 2nd 2.29/9.5 3rd 1.58/13.8 Anti-lock Standard, with PSM Euro NCAP crash rating Not tested
Drag coefficient 0.30 4th 1.18/18.4 5th 0.94/23.1 6th 0.79/27.5 Handbrake type Electronic, via switch
Wheels 8.5Jx20in (f), 7th 0.62/35.1 Handbrake location Central, centre console
11.5Jx21in (r) Final drive ratio 3.56:1 CABIN NOISE
Tyres 245/35 ZR20 91Y (f), STEERING Idle 44dBA Max rpm in 3rd gear 73dBA
305/30 ZR21 100Y (r), SUSPENSION Type Electromechanical, rack and pinion 30mph 60dBA 50mph 64dBA 70mph 66dBA
Pirelli P Zero NA1 Front MacPherson struts, coil springs, Turns lock to lock 2.5
Spare None (mobility foam) anti-roll bar Turning circle 11.2m
Rear Multi-link, coil springs, 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

140
MPH TIME (sec) mph 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th 7th
0-30 2.1 20-40 1.8 2.9 4.6 – – – 42mph 103mph 174mph 182mph* 120 Porsche 911 Carrera T manual
0-40 2.7 30-50 1.8 2.5 3.5 5.3 7.5 – 7500rpm 7500rpm 7500rpm 5186rpm
0-50 4.0 40-60 1.9 2.5 3.2 4.4 6.0 10.4 100 Chevrolet Corvette 3LT Coupe
0-60 4.9 50-70 1.9 2.7 3.4 4.3 5.5 9.0 1 3 5 7
Value (£1000s)

80
0-70 5.9 60-80 – 2.8 3.6 4.5 5.6 8.5
0-80 7.7 70-90 – 2.8 3.8 4.8 6.0 8.5 60
0-90 9.1 80-100 – 3.0 4.0 5.1 6.6 9.3 *claimed 40
0-100 10.6 90-110 – 3.4 4.2 5.7 7.2 10.6 Jaguar F-Type P450 V8 75
0-110 13.0 100-120 – – 4.5 6.2 8.2 – 20
0-120 15.3 110-130 – – 5.1 6.8 – – 2 4 6
0
0-130 17.9 120-140 – – 6.4 – – – 71mph 138mph 182mph New 1 year 2 years 3 years 4 years
0-140 21.4 130-150 – – – – – – 7500rpm 7500rpm 6608rpm z ‘992’ RVs remain strong. Despite the
0-150 – 140-160 – – – – – – Porsche’s higher price, you’d lose only
0-160 – RPM in 7th at 70/80mph = 1995/2280 £3k less on the F-Type over three years.
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 911 Carrera T ,
contact Porsche Cars Great Britain Ltd, Bath Road, Calcot, Reading, RG31 7SE (03457 911 911, porsche.com/uk). Cost-per-mile figures R OA D T E S T N o 5 639
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
54 AUTOCAR.CO.UK 30 AUGUST 2023
 ROAD TEST
Testers’
notes
MATT
SAUNDERS
Some well-
tuned, quality
passive dampers and a
lightweight forged wheel
would have transformed
this car. As it is, it feels
just a little like a 911
you could have dressed
up yourself on the
configurator by chance,
rather than something
new and special.

ILLYA
VERPRAET
Decal stickers
on your 911’s
doors are a
divisive thing, so Porsche
lets you go all-in on a set
of numbers of your own
choosing or delete them
VERDICT entirely for no cost. I

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Spec advice
Sharper 911 has a likeable simplicity but makes key compromises Go for a bold standard
colour, standard wheels,
e’ve yet to find a 992-generation Porsche 911 that couldn’t serve as a benchmark full bucket seats (£4356),
and a front-axle lift
W for the full-sized sports car class in so many important ways. With the Porsche
911 Carrera T, so the story continues.
system (£1965). Leave
the four-wheel steering
on the shelf.
This new, extra-sporty 911 may have only an entry-level engine, but it has all the
real-world pace, flexibility and combustive appeal that a top-level driver’s car really Jobs for
needs. And thanks to its excellent manual gearbox, it can involve its driver in ways that
the facelift
z Give us a couple more
so many paddle-shift rivals simply can’t. special cabin features to
differentiate the interior
The car’s dynamic composure and purposeful handling allow it to carry remarkable from other models.
z Think about a really
speed. But if you expected it to be a cut-price 911 S/T, with more tactile feel, analogue well-tuned passive
character and accessible handling than a Carrera S, you will come away disappointed. suspension system
for a purer and more
The greater comfort and dynamic versatility of a standard Carrera S, or even of a base analogue-feeling ride
and handling mix.
Carrera, will probably mark the Carrera T out as a slightly peripheral player to most z A lighter, always-noisy
performance exhaust
911 buyers. But those who want a fast 911 without the typical fast-911 price tag ought to might have some extra
oomph, too, and plenty
respond to its directness very keenly indeed. would appreciate it.

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

PORSCHE 911 CARRERA T LOTUS EMIRA 3.5 V6 CHEVROLET CORVETTE BMW M2 MANUAL JAGUAR F-TYPE R 75 COUPE
Verdicts Engaging, versatile and fast – FIRST EDITION STINGRAY 3LT Delivers large on power, usability Wants for nothing where charm
on every everything that a no-nonsense Six-cylinder Evora replacement Has a charismatic, naturally and driver appeal, but isn’t and pace are concerned but
new car, 911 should be. It isn’t quite looks reasonable value in this aspirated V8 engine and more quite the hooligan charmer it feels a bit of a hot rod next to
p68 as easy to live with as the company; has a unique handling handling sophistication than once was and lacks 911’s these rivals – not that that’s
Carrera S, though. poise but lacks the T’s maturity. you might expect. thoroughbred feel. necessarily a terrible thing.
AAAAC AAAAC AAAAC AAAAC AAABC
Price £107,770 £83,150 £96,735 £66,090 £100,855
Power, torque 380bhp, 332lb ft 400bhp, 310lb ft 474bhp, 452lb ft 453bhp, 406lb ft 567bhp, 516lb ft
0-62mph, top speed 4.5sec, 182mph 4.3sec, 180mph 3.5sec, 184mph 4.3sec, 155mph 3.7sec, 186mph
CO2, economy 234-247g/km, 25.9-27.4mpg 258g/km, 25.0mpg 277g/km, 23.3mpg 226-230g/km, 29.1mpg 239g/km, 27.0mpg

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“My Freelander is the rare three-
door with removable hard-top. It’s
not as practical as the five-door and
visibility isn’t as good, but I like the
looks. It was registered in 2006 so
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It’s very reliable. I’ve been to the Isle
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and it has never missed a beat.”
Buyer beware…
ENGINE
Early 1.8 petrols suffered cooling
issues, but most were resolved with
the fitment of an upgraded head
gasket. Many surviving cars will
have had this work done, but check
around the oil filler for oil and water
‘mayonnaise’ anyway. Check the
coolant is fresh and topped up, too.
The timing belt should be changed
every 72,000 miles or seven years.
The L-series diesel is trusty, but the
TD4 is the one to buy. It has a timing
chain and is reliable, except for some
issues with the fuel-injection system
and turbocharger.
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This requires careful scrutiny. At
motorway speeds and in reverse,
Check everything listen for noises and creaking. Inspect
works – especially the transfer case at the rear for oil
windows and air-con leaks. Make sure gearchanges are
positive and the clutch isn’t slipping.
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INTERIOR
Don’t expect this to be in the first
flush, but having established that
the windows go up and down and
the central locking works, be on the
lookout for unsightly damage, such
as a cracked dashboard, ripped
upholstery or a leaking sunroof,
which can cause electrical problems.
B O DY
Corrosion shouldn’t be an issue
even at this age. Instead, check
the underside, sills, front and rear
overhangs and driveshafts for
damage caused by overly
ambitious off-roading.
Also worth knowing
The Freelander has a so-called
viscous coupling unit (VCU) that’s
meant to transfer power to the rear
wheels when the fronts begin to slip.
Unfortunately, with age, the viscous
fluid can become thick and the unit
unresponsive. Rather than replace it,
some owners just disconnect or even
remove the propshaft and live with
front-wheel drive. Check that the
propshaft is present, connected
and transferring drive as it should.
How much to spend
£5 0 0 - £ 1 4 9 9
Pre- and post-facelift three- and five-
door TD4s, most with 120,000-plus
miles and in average condition.
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Peugeot’s 205 GTi was an instant classic upon its 1984 arrival, being “the best Having established itself in the UK
of the lot in combining the roles of sporting hatchback, useful load-carrier and with four-wheel-drive cars, Subaru
relaxed long-distance cruiser”. And two years later, we were happy to find that began to diversify. Its range-topper
the revised model hadn’t “notably lost any of its tractability or responsiveness”. from 1985 was the XT sports coupé;
There wasn’t too much difference, mind you, the 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine and then in 1987 it added below that
having been boosted from 105bhp to 115bhp by way of revisions to the cylinder
head and ignition timing. Power still peaked at 6250rpm but the redline was
Brummies enjoy washout a three-door version of its GL saloon,
with the same 134bhp 1.7-litre boxer-
raised by 400rpm to 6900rpm – although torque actually had fallen 0.6lb ft. After 17 years of work to get Britain’s four engine and 4WD, making for an
Performance proved virtually identical up until 70mph, but then the better first-ever street race allowed and unconventional rival to Ford’s Capri.
breathing came into play, and the new car hit 100mph 2.9sec quicker. arranged, even the deluge brought Although not cheap (at £11k, or £31k
Of even greater intrigue was the new 205 CTi soft-top, built by Pininfarina and by Hurricane Charley couldn’t take today) and in some ways technically
state of the art in that it had a new ‘skeleton’ (comprising the crossmembers, the shine off things. There was a gimmicky, “it could be the answer for
rear end, screen rail, pillars, sills and doors) to minimise the reduction in rigidity. “tremendous atmosphere” as 26 someone requiring easy drivability
Crucially, the hood was easy to Formula 3000 cars bounced and and practicality combined with a
manually operate and well sealed slid around Birmingham. Pierluigi useful off-road ability”.
when up; and wind buffeting was Martini led from the start but soon
minimal when it was stowed away. lost out to Pavesi Ralt team-mate
As weight increased by 52kg, Luis Pérez-Sala, who then built up
performance suffered, but only a 20sec lead and won, despite twice
by 0.2sec in the 0-60mph sprint. spinning. The race was called early,
No tester had anything bad to after 24 laps, after Andrew Gilbert-
say about the CTi, even though it Scott spun and hit one of the many
cost £2005 more than the hard- retired cars. Sadly, the Superprix
top – £5675 in today’s money. would be held only four more times.

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330d xDrive M Sport AAAAB 15.1.20 I-Pace EV400 S AAAAB 12.9.18 XV 2.0i SE Lineartronic AAACC 28.2.18
330e M Sport AAAAB 1.7.20 ORA Solterra AWD Touring AAACC 15.3.23
m 4 Series M440i xDrive AAAAC 6.1.21 JEEP Funky Cat 48kWh First Ed’n AABCC 1.2.23
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5 Series 520d M Sport AAAAB 31.5.17 Renegade 4xe Trailhawk AAACC 30.6.21 208 e-208 Allure Premium AAAAC 6.5.20 Across 2.5 PHEV E-Four CVT AAAAB 7.4.21
545e M Sport AAAAC 20.10.21 Wrangler 2.2 M’Jet-II Ov’d AAAAC 10.4.19 308 1.2T Puretech 130 GT AAAAC 25.5.22
M5 AAAAB 18.4.18 508 GT BlueHDi 180 AAAAC 24.10.18 TESLA
M5 CS AAAAA 14.7.21 KIA Hybrid 225 Allure SW AAAAC 8.7.20 Model 3 Standard Range Plus AAAAC4.9.19
7 Series i7 xDrive60 AAAAB 15.2.23 Ceed 1.6 CRDi 115 2 AAABC 29.8.18 PSE Hybrid4 SW AAAAC 5.5.21 Model S P90D AAAAB 20.4.16
8 Series 840d xDrive AAABC 16.1.19 Proceed 1.4 T-GDi AAABC 27.2.19 2008 e-2008 GT Line AAABC 30.9.20 Plaid AAABC 2.8.23

The latest and greatest rated M8 Competition Convertible AAABC5.2.20

M8 Competition Coupé AAABC
i4 M50 AAAAC
3.6.20
19.1.22
Xceed 1.4 T-GDi AAABC
Niro EV 3 AAAAC
20.11.19
7.9.22
EV6 77.4kWh GT-Line RWD AAAAB 12.1.22
3008 1.6 BlueHDi GT Line AAABC 18.1.17
5008 2.0 BlueHDi GT Line AAABC 1.11.17
Model Y Long Range AWD AAAAC 23.3.22
Model X 90D AAAAC 15.2.17
P O L E S TA R T OYO TA
as only Autocar knows how iX xDrive50 M Sport AAAAB
X1 xDrive23i M Sport AAABC
X2 M35i AAABC
2.3.22
25.1.23
25.9.19
Sportage 1.6 HEV 2WD AAABC

Soul EV Urban AAABC

15.6.22
Sorento 1.6 HEV G-TDi 2 AAABC 20.1.21
5.7.23
1 AAAAC
2 BST Edition 270 AAABC
21.10.20 Aygo X Limited Edition AAABC
12.4.23 Yaris 1.5 Hybrid Design AAAAC 23.9.20
11.5.22

X3 xDrive20d M Sport AAAAC 17.1.18 GR Yaris Circuit Pack AAAAA 3.3.21

X4 M Competition AAACC 13.11.19 LAMBORGHINI PORSCHE Corolla 2.0 Hybrid ST AAAAC 5.6.19
A road test in any other X5 xDrive30d M Sport AAAAC 2.1.19 Huracán Performante AAAAB 11.10.17 718 Boxster AAAAB 8.6.16 GT86 2.0 manual AAAAA 4.7.12
magazine might well X7 xDrive M50i M Perf’nce AAAAC 9.9.20 Evo RWD Coupé AAAAB 20.5.20 Spyder AAAAB 1.4.20 Mirai Design Premium AAAAC 16.6.21
M60i xDrive AAAAC 29.3.23 Aventador SVJ AAAAC 19.6.19 Cayman S AAAAB 10.8.16 C-HR Excel 1.8 Hybrid AAAAC 4.1.17
be a short, subjective Urus AAAAC 3.7.19 Cayman GTS AAAAB 9.5.18 bZ4X AWD Vision AAABC 18.1.23
BYD Cayman GT4 RS AAAAA 14.9.22 GR Supra Pro AAAAC 14.8.19
summary of a new car Atto 3 Design AAACC 31.5.23 LAND ROVER 911 Carrera S AAAAB 29.5.19 Hilux 2.8 D-4D GR Sport AAABC 1.3.23
produced under almost Defender 110 P400 X AAAAB 13.5.20 GT3 PDK AAAAB 11.8.21
C AT E R H A M Discovery Sport D180 AWD AAAAC 8.1.20 Turbo S AAAAB 10.8.22 VA U X H A L L
any circumstances, Seven 420 Cup AAAAB 31.8.22 Range Rover Evoque P300e AAAAB10.2.21 Carrera T AAAAC 30.8.23 Corsa 1.2T 100 auto AAABC 22.1.20
but the Autocar road Range Rover Velar D240 AAABC 30.8.17 Cayenne Turbo AAAAC 5.9.18 Crossland X 1.2T 130 Elite AAACC 7.6.17
CHEVROLET Range Rover Sport D300 AAAAB 2.11.22 Turbo S E-Hybrid AAABC 27.5.20 Astra 1.2T 130 GS Line AAABC 5.10.22
test is different. Specific, rigorous and detailed, it’s Corvette LT3 Coupé AAAAC 22.6.22 Range Rover D350 HSE AAAAB 13.7.22 Turbo GT AAAAC 20.7.22 Combo Life 1.5 TD 100 Energy AAABC27.12.18
the closest examination we can give of any new model. Z06 Coupé 3LZ AAAAC 16.8.23 Taycan Turbo S AAAAA 29.7.20 Insignia Sports Tourer 2.0 Biturbo D GSI
LEVC AAACC 30.5.18
It appears over at least eight pages and is close to 50 CITROEN TX Vista Comfort Plus AAAAC
23.8.23 R E N A U LT Mokka 1.2 Turbo 130 auto AAABC 12.5.21
man-hours in the making every week. Ami Colour AABCC 11.1.23 Clio TCe 100 Iconic AAAAB 27.11.19 Grandland X Hybrid4 AAACC 22.4.20
C3 Aircross Puretech 110 AAABC 7.3.18 L E X U S Mégane E-Tech Electric AAABC 23.11.22 VXR8 GTS-R AAAAC 10.1.18
Most of what the road test process entails is C4 Puretech 130 Auto AAACC 26.5.21 LC 500 Sport+ AAAAC 18.10.17 Arkana E-Tech Hybrid 145 AAABC 13.10.21
designed to be strictly repeatable and fair. We ë-C4 X Shine AAABC 3.5.23 NX 350h Prem’m Plus Pack AAAAC 16.3.22 Captur 1.3 TCe 130 EDC AAABC 18.3.20 V O L K S W A G E N
C5 X Puretech 180 AAAAC 28.9.22 RX 500h F-Sport AAABC 22.3.23 Austral E-Tech Iconic Esprit Alpine Up GTI 1.0 TSI 115 AAAAC 21.3.18
benchmark standing-start and in-gear acceleration at C5 Aircross BlueHDi 180 AAABC 13.2.19 ES 300h Takumi AAABC 6.2.19 AAABC 19.7.23 Polo 1.0 TSI 95 SE AAAAB 31.1.18
a purpose-built test facility every week. We carry out LS 500h Premier AWD AAACC 6.6.18 GTI AAAAC 1.8.18
CUPRA R O L L S - R OYC E Golf 1.5 eTSI 150 Style DSG AAAAB 22.7.20
both subjective and objective handling tests on both Born 204 58kWh V3 AAABC 6.7.22 L O T U S Phantom AAAAA 4.4.18 R AAAAC 14.4.21
road and track, on the latter up to and beyond the limit Leon 310 VZ3 Estate AAAAC 8.9.21 Elise Cup 250 AAABC 29.6.16 Ghost AAAAB 13.1.21 ID 3 Pro Performance Life AAAAC 31.3.21
2.0 TSI 245 VZ2 Hatch AAAAC 27.7.22 Exige Sport 390 Final Edit’n AAAAB 21.7.21 Cullinan Black Badge AAAAC 19.2.20 ID 4 GTX Max AAABC 27.10.21
of grip, so as to fully assess stability, drivability and limit Ateca 2.0 TSI 4Drive AAABC 23.1.19 T-Roc 2.0 TSI SEL 4Motion AAAAB 24.1.18
handling appeal. And while benchmark lap times are Formentor 2.0 TSI VZ2 AAAAB 3.2.21 M A S E R AT I S E AT Cabriolet 1.5 TSI Evo DSG AABCC 10.6.20
Quattroporte Trofeo AACCC 4.8.21 Ibiza SE Technology 1.0 TSI AAAAB 19.7.17 Arteon 2.0 BiTDI 240 AAABC 27.9.17
sometimes taken, they’re never an end in themselves. DACIA Levante S Granlusso AAABC 8.5.19 Leon eHybrid FR AAABC 2.12.20 eHybrid Shooting Brake AAABC 9.6.21
We record and publish stopping distances, too, as Sandero Stepway TCe 90 AAAAC 28.4.21 Arona SE Technology 1.0 TSI AAAAC 15.11.17 Passat 2.0 TDI 190 GT AAAAC 4.2.15
Duster SCe 115 Comfort AAAAC 22.8.18 M A Z D A Ateca 1.6 TDI SE AAAAB 19.10.16 GTE AAAAC 7.9.16
well as taking cabin noise measurements at various Jogger 1.0 TCe 110 Comfort AAAAB 20.4.22 2 1.5 Skyactiv-G SE AAAAC 22.4.15 Touran 2.0 TDI 150 SE AAAAC 3.2.16
3 2.0 Skyactiv-X AAAAC 6.11.19 SKODA Tiguan 2.0 TDI 150 SE AAAAB 22.6.16
cruising speeds and benchmarking either indicated or DALLARA MX-5 1.5 SE-L Nav AAAAB 2.9.15 Fabia 1.0 TSI 95PS AAAAB 9.2.22 Touareg 3.0 TDI R-Line Tech AAABC 8.8.18
brim-to-brim fuel economy. We independently measure Stradale AAAAB 16.10.19 MX-30 145PS AAABC 10.3.21 Scala 1.5 TSI 150 DSG AAABC 31.7.19 ID Buzz SWB 77kWh AAAAC 8.2.23
leg room, head room, boot space and certain key CX-5 2.2D Sport Nav AAAAC 28.6.17 Octavia 2.0 TDI 150 SE L First Edition Grand California 600 AAABC 2.1.20
DS CX-60 e-Skyactiv D 3.3 RWD DSG Estate AAAAC 2.9.20 Multivan 1.4 eHybrid Style AAAAC 8.3.23
exterior dimensions, and we weigh every car we test. 3 Crossback Puretech 155 AAACC 10.7.19 Exclusive-Line AAABC 10.5.23 2.0 TDI vRS AAAAC 17.2.21
Just as every new car is different, however, the road 4 E-Tense 225 AAABC 29.6.22 Superb 1.4 TSI iV 218 SE L AAAAC 26.2.20 V O LV O
7 E-Tense 4x4 360 AAABC 26.4.23 M c L A R E N Karoq 2.0 TDI 150 Scout AAABC 30.1.19 C40 Recharge Twin Ult’ate AAABC 13.4.22
test has developed to be versatile enough, week by 9 E-Tense 225 AAABC 2.2.22 Artura AAAAB 19.10.22 Enyaq iV 80 AAAAC 18.8.21 XC40 D4 First Edition AWD AAAAB 7.2.18
week, so as to best assess and reflect the suitability 600LT Spider 3.8 V8 AAAAB 22.5.19 Kodiaq 2.0 TDI Edition AAAAC 23.11.16 S60 T8 Polestar En’d AAABC 24.12.19
FERRARI GT 4.0 V8 AAABC 27.1.21 2.0 TSI 245PS vRS 4x4 AAABC 23.2.22 V60 T6 Recharge AAAAB 21.9.22
of each test subject to its intended purpose. It now 488 Pista AAAAB 7.8.19 720S 4.0 V8 AAAAA 24.5.17 XC60 D4 R-Design AWD AAABC 5.7.17
296 GTB AAAAA 21.12.22 Senna 4.0 V8 AAAAA 10.10.18 S S A N G YO N G S90 D4 Momentum AAAAC 13.7.16
includes modular sections describing in detail the 812 Superfast AAAAC 25.7.18 Tivoli XLV ELX auto AAACC 14.9.16 V90 T6 Recharge R-Design AAAAB 11.11.20
limit handling of a new car, or its semi-autonomous SF90 Stradale AAAAC 3.11.21 M E R C E D E S - A M G XC90 D5 Momentum AAAAC 17.6.15
A-Class A45 S 4Matic+ Plus AAAAB 4.3.20
assisted driving technologies or its off-road capability. F I AT C-Class C63 S Coupé AAAAB
All of this goes to bringing you the most thorough, Panda 4x4 Twinair AAAAB 17.4.13 CLS 53 4Matic+ AAAAC
24.4.19
17.10.18
ROAD TESTS ON THIS DAY
500 Icon 42kWh AAAAC 26.1.22 EQS 53 4Matic+ AAAAC 8.6.22 1997
relevant and fair test of a new car we can produce. The GT R AAAAB 10.5.17
scores from the most recent road tests cited here are FORD GT 4dr Coupé 63 4Matic+ AAAAB 13.3.19
Fiesta 1.0T Ecoboost AAAAC 9.8.17 63 S E Performance AAABC 21.6.23
the ones we gave the cars at the time so they don’t ST-3 1.5 T Ecoboost AAAAB 15.8.18 GLC 63 S 4Matic+ AAABC 13.6.18
necessarily represent what those same cars might Focus 1.5 Ecoboost 182 AAAAB 20.2.19 GLE 53 4Matic+ AAABC 14.10.20
ST AAAAC 11.9.19 SL 63 4Matic+ Pr’m Plus AAABC 26.7.23
score today were they rejudged using current class Mustang 5.0 V8 GT F’back AAAAC 24.2.16
standards. But you can dig deeper into their attributes Bullitt AAAAC 5.12.18 M E R C E D E S - B E N Z
Mustang Mach-E Extended Range RWD A-Class A200 AAAAC 24.5.23
by using the magazine publication dates listed here to AAAAC 23.6.21 A250e AMG Line Premium AAACC 5.8.20
look up a test in your own collection or in the Autocar GT AWD AAACC 27.4.22 B-Class B180 Sport AAAAC 3.4.19
Puma 1.0T 125 MHEV AAAAB 25.3.20 CLA 250 AAACC 21.8.19
Archive (themagazineshop.com/aca23ed/aca), or you ST AAAAC 24.3.21 C-Class C300e AMG Line AAAAB 4.5.22
can order a back issue by phoning 0344 848 8816. Kuga 2.5 PHEV ST-Line AAABC 24.6.20 E-Class E400 Coupé AAAAC 14.6.17
F-150 Lightning Platinum AAABC 17.5.23 E300 Cabriolet AAABC 6.10.21 SAAB 9-5 2.0i SE
Matt Saunders, road test editor Ranger 2.0L TD EcoBlue 205PS Wildtrak S-Class S580e L AAAAB 6.4.22 Swedes take big gamble on new
AAAAB 14.6.23 EQA 250 AAACC 17.11.21 big saloon to fight BMW 5 Series
EQB 300 4Matic AAABC 18.5.22
ABARTH RS4 Avant AAAAC 14.2.18 GENESIS EQE 350+ AAABC 4.1.23
595 AAAAC 26.2.14 A5 S5 AAABC 11.1.17 GV60 Sport Plus AAAAC 24.8.22 GLB 220d 4Matic AAABC 16.9.20 Price £24,445 Engine 4 cyls in line,
500e Turismo AAABC 9.8.23 A5 Sportback 2.0 TFSI S line AAABC 8.3.17 G70 2.2 CRDi Luxury Line AAABC 10.11.21 GLC 250d AAAAC 10.2.16 1995cc, petrol Power 150bhp at 5500rpm
A6 40 TDI S line Avant AAAAC 14.11.18 Electrified G80 AAABC 12.10.22 G-Class G350d AMG Line AAAAC 17.7.19 Torque 176lb ft at 1800rpm 0-60mph 9.7sec
A L FA R O M E O 50 TFSIe S Line Quattro AAAAC 5.1.22 GV80 3.0D Luxury 5-Seater AAABC15.9.21 GLS 400d AAABC 12.2.20 0-100mph 28.8sec Quarter mile 17.5sec
Giulia Quadrifoglio AAAAB 29.3.17 RS6 Avant Carbon Black AAAAC 11.3.20 Top speed 129mph Economy 19.8mpg
Stelvio 2.2D 210 Milano AAABC 3.1.18 A7 Sportback 50 TDI Sport AAABC 11.7.18 HONDA MG
2.0T 280 Veloce AWD AAAAC 28.6.23 A8 L 60 TFSIe Sport Quattro AAABC 17.6.20 E Advance AAABC 26.8.20 3 1.5 3Form Sport AAABC 25.12.13 1951
Quadrifoglio AAAAC 9.1.19 TT RS AAAAC 7.12.16 Jazz 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid EX AAABC 7.10.20 4 EV Long Range SE AAAAC 5.4.23
E-tron 55 Quattro AAAAB 26.6.19 HR-V e:HEV AAABC 24.11.21 5 SW EV Exclusive AAABC 25.11.20
ALPINA S Quattro AAABC 2.6.21 CR-V 1.5T EX CVT AWD AAABC 7.11.18 ZS EV Exclusive AAACC 4.12.19
B3 Touring AAAAA 4.11.20 Q2 SQ2 Quattro AAAAC 20.3.19
B8 Gran Coupé AAAAC 22.9.21 Q4 E-tron 40 Sport AAABC 7.7.21 HYUNDAI MINI
Q5 2.0 TDI S line AAAAC 15.3.17 i10 1.2 MPi Premium AAAAC 15.4.20 Mini Cooper S AAAAB 2.4.14
ALPINE SQ5 Quattro AAABC 21.6.17 i20 1.0 T-GDI 100 48V AAABC 24.2.21 Cooper S Works 210 AAAAB 6.12.17
A110 Premiere Edition AAAAA 16.5.18 SQ5 Sportback TDI Quattro AAABC 3.8.22 N AAAAB 25.8.21 Clubman Cooper D AAABC 25.11.15
Légende GT AAAAB 9.3.22 Q8 50 TDI S Line AAAAC 26.9.18 i30 N AAABC 27.12.17 Convertible Cooper S Sport Automatic
R8 V10 Plus AAAAC 30.12.15 1.4 Premium SE AAABC 13.9.17 AAAAC 19.5.21
ARIEL Ioniq 6 RWD Ultimate AAABC 7.6.23 Countryman Cooper D AAABC 22.2.17
Atom 4 AAAAA 9.10.19 BENTLEY Kona Electric 64kWh AAAAC 31.10.18 Plug-in Hybrid AAABC 26.7.17
Nomad AAAAA 24.6.15 Continental GT W12 AAAAB 2.5.18 Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi AAABC 6.3.19
GT Speed AAAAC 22.12.21 Tucson 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid AAAAC 17.3.21 MORGAN
ASTON MARTIN GTC V8 S AAAAB 19.4.23 Plus Four AAABC 12.8.20 CHEVROLET DE LUXE
Vantage V8 AAAAB 23.5.18 Flying Spur W12 AAAAB 15.7.20 J A G U A R Super 3 AAAAB 9.11.22 Budget saloon heralds post-war
F1 Edition Coupé AAAAC 1.9.21 Hybrid Mulliner AAAAB 17.8.22 F-Type V8 S Convertible AAAAC 12.6.13 look, Powerglide two-speed auto
DBS Superleggera AAAAA 21.11.18 Bentayga W12 AAAAB 18.5.16 2.0 R-Dynamic Coupé AAAAC 22.11.17 NISSAN
DBX AAAAB 28.10.20 P575 R AWD Coupé AAAAC 29.4.20 Micra 0.9 N-Connecta AAAAC 26.4.17 Price £522 Engine 6 cyls in line, 3860cc,
707 AAAAC 30.11.22 BMW XF 2.0 R-Sport AAAAB 2.12.15 DIG-T 117 N-Sport AAACC 27.3.19
1 Series 118i M Sport AAAAC 30.10.19 300 R-S Sportbrake AAABC 17.4.19 Juke 1.0 DIG-T 117 AAABC 29.1.20
petrol Power 105bhp at 3600rpm Torque
AUDI 2 Series 220i Coupé AAAAC 1.6.22 XE 2.0 R-Sport AAAAB 1.7.15 Qashqai 1.3 DIG-T 158 AAAAC 28.7.21 193lb ft at 2000rpm 0-30mph 6.6sec
A1 Sportback 35 TFSI S line AAABC 2.10.19 218i Gran Coupé M Sport AAACC 8.4.20 E-Pace D180 AWD SE AAABC 11.4.18 Ariya 87kWh Evolve AAABC 26.10.22 0-60mph 22.5sec 0-70mph 35.3sec
A3 Sportback S3 AAABC 18.11.20 M2 CS M-DCT AAAAB 19.8.20 F-Pace 2.0d AWD AAAAC 11.5.16 X-Trail e-Power e-4orce AWD Tekna Top speed 78mph Economy 16mpg
A4 S4 TDI AAAAC 18.9.19 M2 Coupé manual AAAAB 12.7.23 P400e R-Dynamic HSE AAAAC 1.12.21 AAAAC 22.2.23

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CCCCC Inherently dangerous/unsafe. Tragically, LxWxH 4969x1908x1422 Kerb weight 1880kg
irredeemably flawed. DBX 5dr SUV £174,660–£192,660 AAAAB 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 6.2 35.3-36.2 177-183 Q8 E-tron Sportback 5dr SUV £70,300–£117,000 AAABC
BCCCC Appalling. Massively significant failings. Doesn’t try to be the biggest, fastest SUV, and may be all the more 2.0 50 TFSIe quattro 294 155 6.3 134.5-141.2 46-47 Quick and classy EV builds on the solid foundations of its more
appealing for it. LxWxH 5039x1998x1680 Kerb weight 2245kg 4.0 RS7 quattro 596 155-174 3.6 22.2-23.0 280-287 upright sibling. LxWxH 4901x1935x1616 Kerb weight 2480kg
ACCCC Very poor. Fails to meet any accepted 4.0 V8 550 181 4.5 19.8 323 2.0 40 TDI 201 152 8.3 47.9-49.6 150-156 50 quattro 95kWH 335 118 6.0 192 0
class boundaries. 4.0 V8 DBX 707 697 193 3.3 19.9 323 2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 155 7.0 45.6-47.1 158-163 55 quattro 114kWh 403 124 5.6 242 0
ABCCC Poor. Within acceptable class 3.0 S7 TDI quattro 344 155 5.1 35.3-35.8 205-208 SQ8 quattro 114kWh 503 130 4.5 224 0
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boundaries in a few areas. Still not A1 Sportback 5dr hatch £22,135–£29,130 AAABC A8 4dr saloon £77,980–£119,570 AAAAC TT 2dr coupé £37,725–£64,445 AAAAC
recommendable. Quite pricey, but a rounded car with plenty of rational appeal. Technical tour de force benefits from Audi’s knack of making very Still serves up plenty of pace, style and usability for the money. It’s
AACCC Off the pace. Below average in nearly LxWxH 4029x1746x1418 Kerb weight 1105kg good limousines. LxWxH 5172x1945x1473 Kerb weight 1920kg better to drive, too. LxWxH 4191x1966x1376 Kerb weight 1365kg
all areas. 1.0 25 TFSI 94 118 10.8 48.7-50.4 128-133 3.0 55 TFSI quattro 335 155 5.6 28.2-29.4 206-212 2.0 40 TFSI 194 155 6.6 40.4-41.5 154-158
AABCC Acceptable. About average in key areas, 1.0 30 TFSI
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but disappoints. 3.0 50 TDI quattro 282 155 5.9 38.7-40.9 180-192 2.0 50 TFSI quattro TTS 302 155 4.5 34.9-35.3 180-183
AAACC Competent. Above average in some A3 Sportback 5dr hatch £27,285–£49,300 AAAAC 3.0 50 TDI quattro LWB 282 155 5.9 38.2-40.4 182-193 2.5 TT RS quattro 395 155 3.7 30.7 208-210
areas, average in others. Outstanding Bolder design and improved dynamics make the A3 stand out more
in none. than ever. LxWxH 4343x1816x1425 Kerb weight 1220kg E-tron GT 4dr saloon £86,850–£139,290 AAAAB TT Roadster 2dr open £39,475–£66,195 AAAAC
1.0 30 TFSI 108 127 10.6 48.7-51.4 125-132 Combines striking looks with a high-class interior and never feels Plenty of pace and driver reward, along with prestige and design-
AAABC Good. Competitive in key areas. 1.5 35 TFSI 148 139 8.7 46.3-50.4 128-138 short of pace. LxWxH 4989x2158x1396 Kerb weight 2276kg icon style. LxWxH 4191x1966x1355 Kerb weight 1455kg
AAAAC Very good. Very competitive in key 2.0 40 TFSI quattro 201 150 6.9 38.7-40.4 159-166 quattro 93kWh 528 152 4.1 296 0
2.0 40 TFSI 194 155 6.9 39.2-40.4 159-163
areas, competitive in secondary 2.0 40 TFSIe 201 141 7.6 235.4 29 RS quattro 93kWh 637 155 3.3 283 0
2.0 45 TFSI 242 155 6.0-6.1 37.2-38.2 168-172
2.0 45 TFSIe 242 144 6.8 235.4 29 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 5.5 33.6-34.4 185-190
respects. 2.0 S3 quattro 308 155 4.8 34.4-34.9 183-186 Q2 5dr SUV £28,105–£48,670 AAAAC 2.0 50 TFSI quattro TTS 302 155 4.8 34.0-34.4 185-188
AAAAB Excellent. Near class-leading in key 2.0 30 TDI 113 128 10.1 61.4-64.2 115-122 Audi’s smallest SUV is a decent stepping stone from the A3 to the
areas and in some ways outstanding. 2.0 35 TDI 148 142 8.3 56.5-62.8 112-130 Q range. LxWxH 4191x1794x1508 Kerb weight 1205kg R8 2dr coupé £135,045–£171,150 AAAAC
AAAAA Brilliant, unsurpassed. All but flawless. 2.0 40 TDI quattro 198 151 6.8 47.9-50.4 1.0 30 TFSI
148-155 108 122 11.2 44.8-47.1 135-143 Usable but no less involving or dramatic for it. V10 is deliciously
1.5 35 TFSI 148 131 8.6 42.2-44.8 142-151 brutal. LxWxH 4426x1940x1240 Kerb weight 1590kg
A3 Saloon 4dr saloon £27,850–£49,865 AAAAC 2.0 SQ2 TFSI 298 155 4.9 32.8-33.2 192-195 5.2 V10 RWD 538 201 3.7 22.2 288
Undercuts the case to own an A4. Upmarket interior and good to 5.2 V10 quattro 567 201 3.4 21.9 294
ABARTH drive. LxWxH 4495x1984x1425 Kerb weight 1225kg Q3 5dr SUV £33,750–£64,960 AAABC 5.2 V10 Performance q’tro 610 205 3.1 21.7 295-296
595 3dr hatch/2dr open £23,225–£27,375 AAABC 1.0 30 TFSI 108 130 10.6 50.4-51.4 124-128 Typically refined and competent but feels more like an A3 than an
The Fiat 500’s Abarth makeover makes it a true pocket rocket. 1.5 35 TFSI 148 144 8.7 47.9-50.4 127-134 Audi SUV. LxWxH 4388x1831x1608 Kerb weight 1385kg R8 Spyder 2dr open £143,735–£179,840 AAAAC
LxWxH 3657x1627x1485 Kerb weight 1070kg 2.0 40 TFSI quattro 201 154 1.5 35 TFSI 7.0 39.2-40.9 157-165 148 128-131 9.2-9.6 38.7-42.2 153-166 Taking the roof off the R8 enhances the drama tenfold.
1.4 T-jet 145 143 130 7.8 38.7-39.2 155 2.0 S3 quattro 308 155 2.0 40 TFSI quattro
4.8 35.3-36.2 178-181 187 136 7.4 31.0-32.5 197-207 LxWxH 4426x1940x1245 Kerb weight 1680kg
1.4 T-jet 165 162 135 7.3 37.7-38.2 155 2.0 30 TDI 116 130 2.0 45 TFSI quattro
10.1 62.8-64.2 114-119 243 147 5.8 31.0-31.7 195 5.2 V10 RWD 538 200 3.8 20.9 307
1.4 T-jet 180 Competizione 177 140 6.9 36.7 156 2.0 35 TDI 148 142 2.0 45 TFSIe8.3 58.9-67.3 111-127 243 130 7.3 141.2 44-45 5.2 V10 quattro 567 200 3.5 20.5 313
1.4 T-jet 180 Esseesse 177 140 6.7 36.7 160 2.0 40 TDI quattro 198 155 2.5 RS Q3 quattro
6.8 48.7-51.4 145-152 396 155 4.5 27.7-28.8 217-227 5.2 V10 Performance q’tro 610 204 3.2 20.3 315
2.0 35 TDI 148 128 9.3 47.9-49.6 150-154
695 3dr hatch/2dr open £25,725–£32,475 AAABC A4 4dr saloon £35,840–£44,655 AAAAC 2.0 35 TDI quattro 148 131 9.3 39.2-40.9 133-139 BAC
A convincing track-day 500 with decent dynamic ability, but overly High quality and competent but leaves the dynamic finesse to its 2.0 40 TDI quattro 197 139 7.3 37.7-40.4 173 Mono 0dr open £165,125 AAAAB
firm ride spoils it. LxWxH 3657x1627x1485 Kerb weight 1045kg rivals. LxWxH 4726x1842x1427 Kerb weight 1320kg An F-22 Raptor for the road, only significantly better built.
1.4 T-jet 180 Esseesse 177 140 6.7 36.2-36.7 156 2.0 35 TFSI 148 140 8.6 40.9-46.3 141-155 Q3 Sportback 5dr SUV £34,900–£66,110 AAABC LxWxH 3952x1836x1110 Kerb weight 580kg
2.0 40 TFSI 201 155 7.3 40.9-44.8 143-156 A more sporting take on the compact SUV, with similarly stable 2.5 VVT 305 170 2.8 na na
500e 3dr hatch/2dr open £34,195–£41,695 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 5.6 34.9-35.3 181-184 handling. LxWxH 4500x1856x1567 Kerb weight 1460kg
A sportier take on Fiat’s smallest electric car with a host of 2.0 30 TDI 132 133 1.5 35 TFSI
9.5 148 126
50.4-55.4 9.6 39.2-41.5 153-166
133-146 BENTLEY
technical upgrades. LxWxH 3673x1682x1518 Kerb weight 1375kg 2.0 35 TDI 148 142 2.0 40 TFSI quattro
8.9 187 136
50.4-55.4 7.4 30.7-32.1 197-207
133-146 Continental GT 2dr coupé £186,160–£273,360 AAAAC
42.2kWh Scorpionissima 152 96 7.0 na 0 2.0 40 TDI quattro 187 146 2.0 45 TFSI quattro
7.4 243 147
50.4-54.3 5.8 32.5-32.8 195
137-148 Refined and improved in every area, making the Conti a superb
2.0 45 TFSIe 243 130 7.3 141.2 44-45 grand tourer. LxWxH 4850x1966x1405 Kerb weight 2244kg
A L FA R O M E O A4 Avant 5dr estate £37,240–£88,000 AAAAC 2.5 RS Q3 quattro 396 155 4.5 27.7-28.5 223-231 4.0 V8 542 198 4.0 23.9 268
Giulia 4dr saloon £43,259–£78,195 AAAAB Classy and demure estate lacks the dynamic sparkle of rivals. 2.0 35 TDI 148 126 9.3 48.7-51.4 14552 6.0 W12 Speed 626 207 3.6 20.8 308
Handsome and special dynamically but lacks finesse and comes LxWxH 4725x1842x1434 Kerb weight 1370kg 2.0 35 TDI quattro 148 131 9.3 40.4-44.8 133-139
as an auto only. LxWxH 4643x1860x1436 Kerb weight 1429kg 2.0 35 TFSI 148 137 9.2 39.8-44.8 143-162 2.0 40 TDI quattro 197 139 7.3 38.2-39.8 173 Continental GTC 2dr open £204,460–£300,460 AAAAB
2.0 Turbo Petrol 200 197 146 6.6 36.2 176-184 2.0 40 TFSI 201 146 7.3 39.8-43.5 147-162 Immensely capable and refined open-top cruiser with effortless
2.0 Turbo Petrol 280 276 149 5.7 33.6 195 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 6.0 33.6-34.4 187-191 Q4 E-tron 5dr SUV £50,630–£61,810 AAABC performance. LxWxH 4850x2187x1399 Kerb weight 2414kg
2.9 Quadrifoglio 503 191 3.9 23.5 227 3.0 V6 TFSI RS4 Avant 448 155-180 4.1-3.9 28.1-28.2 220-226 Practical, pleasant and efficient – if not quite a superior premium 4.0 V8 542 198 4.1 23.3 275
2.0 30 TDI 132 131 9.8 49.6-54.3 137-150 product. LxWxH 4588x2108x1632 Kerb weight 1890kg 6.0 W12 Speed 626 207 3.7 20.2 336
Tonale 5dr SUV £38,620–£48,495 AAABC 2.0 35 TDI 148 132 9.2 49.6-54.3 137-150 35 125k 168 99 9.0 201 0
Decent dynamically and reasonable value. However, lacks the appeal 2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 143-144 7.1 47.9-52.3 144-156 40 150kW 201 99 8.5 307 0 Flying Spur 4dr saloon £190,475–£233,860 AAAAB
expected from the marque. LxWxH 4528x1841x1601 Kerb weight 1525kg 3.0 50 TDI Allroad quattro 282 155 5.3 38.2 181 50 quattro 220kW 296 111 6.2 298 0 New from the ground up, with the looks and technology of a class
1.5 MHEV Speciale 5dr Auto 160 132 8.8 49.6 130 3.0 S4 TDI quattro 342 155 4.7 39.2-39.8 181-193 winner. LxWxH 5316x1879x1483 Kerb weight 2437kg
1.5 MHEV Ti 5dr Auto 160 132 8.8 49.6 130 Q4 E-tron Sportback 5dr SUV £52,130–£63,310 AAABC 3.0 V6 Hybrid 536 177 4.3 na na
1.5 MHEV Veloce 5dr Auto 160 132 8.8 49.6 130 A5 2dr coupé £40,570–£91,895 AAAAC Fastback variant of Audi’s mainstream electric SUV is agile and 4.0 V8 548 198 4.1 22.2 288
Refreshed coupé gets a sharper look and a refreshed interior. Still terrifically refined. LxWxH 4588x2108x1614 Kerb weight 1895kg 6.0 W12 632 207 3.8 19.1 337
Stelvio 5dr SUV £47,355–£87,195 AAAAB mundane to drive. LxWxH 4673x1846x1371 Kerb weight 1390kg 35 125kW 168 99 9.0 211 0
Alfa’s second SUV is a solid effort. Choosing the petrol version 2.0 35 TFSI 148 140 8.9 41.5-45.6 141-154 40 150kW 201 99 8.5 318 0 Bentayga 5dr SUV £155,675–£216,060 AAAAB
gives it charisma. LxWxH 4687x1903x1671 Kerb weight 1604kg 2.0 40 TFSI 201 150 7.1 41.5-47.1 141-154 50 quattro 220kW 296 111 6.2 302 0 Crewe’s first attempt at an SUV remains ahead of most luxury
2.2 Turbo Diesel 190 187 130 7.6 45.6 156 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 4.8 34.9-38.8 180-184 rivals. LxWxH 5140x1998x1742 Kerb weight 2505kg
2.2 Turbo Diesel 210 Q4 AWD 207 134 6.6 42.8 162 2.9 V6 TFSI RS5 quattro 448 174 3.9 29.1 220 Q5 5dr SUV £47,940–£76,390 AAAAC 3.0 V6 Hybrid 448 158 5.5 83.1 82
2.0 Turbo 200 Q4 AWD 197 134 7.2 30.1 195 2.0 35 TDI 163 162 8.2 51.4-55.4 133-144 Appealing combination of Audi allure, affordable SUV practicality 4.0 V8 542 171 4.5 21.7 302
2.0 Turbo 280 Q4 AWD 276 143 5.7 30.4 195 2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 146 6.9 50.4-54.3 135-146 and attractiveness. LxWxH 4663x1893x1659 Kerb weight 1720kg
2.9 Quadrifoglio 503 176 3.8 23.9 267 3.0 V6 S5 TDI quattro 339 155 2.0 45 TFSI quattro
4.6 39.2-40.4 184-188 242 147 6.4 31.0-33.6 191-206 BMW
2.0 50 TFSIe quattro 249 148 6.1 128.4 49 1 Series 5dr hatch £28,290–£41,245 AAAAB
ALPINE A5 Sportback 5dr coupé £40,570–£91,895 AAAAC 2.0 40 TDI quattro 187 136 8.1 41.5-44.8 165-179 May not drive like a traditional BMW but delivers on upmarket hatch
A110 2dr coupé £52,490–£129,500 AAAAA Refined, good-looking four-door coupé is sadly short on charm and 3.0 SQ5 TDI quattro 344 155 5.1 32.8-34.4 216-224 values. LxWxH 4319x1799x1434 Kerb weight 1365kg
A much, much greater car and achievement than the sum of its finesse. LxWxH 4733x1843x1386 Kerb weight 1425kg 118i 138 132 8.5 46.3-47.1 130-134
parts suggests. LxWxH 4180x1980x1252 Kerb weight 1080kg 2.0 35 TFSI 148 139 9.1 40.9-44.8 144-158 Q5 Sportback 5dr SUV £50,390–£78,840 AAABC 128ti 261 155 6.1 40.9 157
1.8 Turbo 248 155 4.5 42.2 152
2.0 40 TFSI 201 150 7.2 40.9-44.8 143-158 Reduced accommodation and practicality, but still a refined and M135i xDrive 302 155 4.8 36.2 177
1.8 Turbo S 288 162 4.4 41.5 153
2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 5.6 34.4-35.3 183-187 solid steer. LxWxH 4689x1893x1660 Kerb weight 2010-2150kg 116d 114 124 10.1-10.3 60.1-62.8 119-123
1.8 Turbo R 288 177 3.9 41.5 154
2.9 V6 TFSI RS5 quattro 448 174 3.9 28.5-28.8 222-224 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 263 149 6.1 31.7-33.6 192-202 120d 187 144 7.3 55.4-57.6 129-133
2.0 35 TDI 148 135 8.4 50.4-54.3 135-147 2.0 50 TFSIe quattro 297 148 6.1 176.6-188.3 36-38
ARIEL 2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 146 7.6 49.6-54.3 137-149 2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 137 7.6 42.2-44.8 166-176 2 Series Coupé 2dr coupé £37,270–£65,435 AAAAB
Atom 0dr open £40,669 AAAAB 3.0 S5 TDI quattro 345 155 4.6 39.8-40.4 183-187 3.0 SQ5 TDI quattro 336 155 5.1 33.2-34.4 216-222 Takes everything positive about its predecessor and refines it
Simple, purist concept remains but everything else has changed… further. LxWxH 4537x2068x1390 Kerb weight 1490kg
for the better. LxWxH 3520x1880x1122 Kerb weight 595kg A6 4dr saloon £46,115–£87,510 AAAAC AAAAC 220i Q7 5dr SUV £66,510–£101,080
184 147 7.5 44.1 145
2.0 turbo 320 162 2.8 na na Supremely well constructed but a bit soulless to drive. A smart 230i Unengaging to drive and light on feel, but the cabin is both huge
242 155 5.9 42.8 151
office on wheels. LxWxH 4939x1886x1457 Kerb weight 1645kg and classy. LxWxH 5052x1968x1740 Kerb weight 2060kg
M240i xDrive 374 155 4.3 34.4 186
Nomad 0dr open £37,549 AAAAA 2.0 40 TFSI 201 152 7.3 37.7-39.2 163-171 3.0 V6 55 TFSI quattro 338 155 5.9 25.4-27.4 233-253 M2 454 155 4.3 29.1 220
Well inside the top 10 list of our favourite cars. A revelation and a 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 6.0 35.3-37.2 172-182 3.0 V6 55 TFSIe quattro 376 149 5.9 108.6-113 56-58
riot to drive. LxWxH 3215x1850x1425 Kerb weight 670kg 2.0 50 TFSIe quattro 299 155 6.2 217.3 31 4.0 SQ7 quattro 500 155 4.1 29.4-30.1 232 2 Series Gran Coupé 4dr saloon £32,675–£43,385 AAACC
2.4 K24 i-VTEC 235 125 3.4 na na 3.0 55 TFSI quattro 335 155 5.1 32.8-34.9 184-196 3.0 V6 45 TDI quattro 228 142 7.3 32.1-34.0 217-230 Blends 1 Series platform with rakish looks, but lacks the coupé’s
2.0 40 TDI 201 152 8.1 47.9-51.4 145-155 3.0 V6 50 TDI quattro 282 150 6.5 32.1-34.0 217-230 driver appeal. LxWxH 4526x1800x1420 Kerb weight 1350kg
ASTON MARTIN 2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 153 7.6 45.6-47.9 155-163 218i 138 134 8.7 46.3-47.1 136-138
Vantage 2dr coupé/2dr open £134,160–£165,660 AAAAB 3.0 50 TDI quattro 282 155 5.5 38.7-40.4 183-191 Q8 5dr SUV £71,840–£130,205 AAAAC 220i 178 148 7.1 46.3-47.1 136-139
The faster, cleverer, more hardcore entry-level Aston tops its 3.0 S6 TDI quattro 344 155 5.0 36.2 203-205 Striking and effective coupé-SUV range-topper leaves us wanting M235i xDrive 302 155 4.9 37.2 172
class. LxWxH 4465x1942x1273 Kerb weight 1630kg more. LxWxH 4986x1995x1705 Kerb weight 2145kg 220d 188 148 7.5 56.5-57.6 129-131
4.0 V8 510 190-195 3.6-3.8 25.7 264 A6 Avant 5dr estate £43,965–£130,290 AAAAC 3.0 V6 55 TFSI quattro 335 155 5.9 25.9-26.4 243-248
4.0 V8 F1 Edition 535 195 3.6 24.3 264 A capable and high-tech throwback that’s a timely reminder of 3.0 V6 55 TFSIe quattro 381 149 5.8 94.2 67-68 2 Series Active Tourer 5dr hatch £33,550–£46,000 AAAAC
what Audi does best. LxWxH 4939x1886x1467 Kerb weight 1710kg 3.0 V6 60 TFSIe quattro 462 149 5.4 94.2-97.4 66-68 Proves there’s still a place for the MPV in this SUV-led world.
DB11 2dr coupé/2dr open £166,275–£180,660 AAAAA 2.0 40 TFSI 201 149 7.5 36.2-38.2 168-178 4.0 SQ8 quattro 503 155 4.1 31.0-31.7 234-239 LxWxH 4354x1800x1555 Kerb weight 1545kg
The stunning replacement for the already seductive DB9 is tyre- 2.0 45 TFSI quattro 242 155 6.2 34-36.2 177-189 4.0 V8 RS Q8 quattro 592 155 3.8 20.2-20.5 314-318 220i 154 137 8.1 47.1-47.9 135-137
shreddingly good. LxWxH 4739x2060x1279 Kerb weight 1875kg 2.0 50 TFSIe quattro 294 155 6.2 217.3 31 3.0 V6 50 TDI quattro 282 150 6.1 32.8-33.2 222-226 223i 201 150 7.0 45.6-46.3 138-140
4.0 V8 528 192 4.0 25.1 254 4.0 RS6 quattro 596 155-174 3.6 21.9-22.6 283-294 225e xDrive 241 121 6.7 na na
5.2 V12 AMR 630 208 3.7 21.1 303 2.0 40 TDI 201 149 8.3 45.6-49.6 150-162 Q8 E-tron 5dr SUV £67,800–£114,500 AAABC 230e xDrive 321 127 5.5 na na
2.0 40 TDI quattro 201 150 7.6 44.1-46.3 159-167 A rounded, uber-luxurious addition to the premium EV niche.
DBS 2dr coupé/open £259,660–£280,160 AAAAA 3.0 S6 TDI quattro 344 155 5.1 35.3 209 LxWxH 4901x1935x1629 Kerb weight 2490kg 3 Series 4dr saloon £39,605–£84,070 AAAAA
Effortlessly fast, intoxicating to drive: the big Aston is better than 50 quattro 95kWh 335 124 6.8 190 0 Latest 3 Series has a growth spurt, but size is no obstacle for an
ever. LxWxH 4712x2146x1280 Kerb weight 1693kg A7 Sportback 5dr coupé £58,210–£133,945 AAABC 55 quattro 114kWh 408 124 5.6 237 0 engaging drive. LxWxH 4709x1827x1442 Kerb weight 1450kg

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320i 181 146 7.1 44.1 144-146 sDrive18i 138 127 9.6 42.8-43.5 148-150 CHEVROLET D AV I D B R O W N A U T O M O T I V E
320i xDrive 181 142 7.6 41.5-42.2 153-154 sDrive20i 189 141 7.7 40.9-41.5 154-156 Corvette 2dr coupé/2dr open £77,560–£85,510 AAAAC Speedback GT 3dr coupé £620,000 AAAAC
330i 254 155 5.8 40.9-42.8 150-156 xDrive20i 189 na 7.6 38.7-39.2 164-166 Mid-engined chassis brings handling smarts the ’Vette has never Classic looks are matched with lovely drive thanks to modern
330e 288 143 5.9 188.3-201.8 37-38 xDrive25e 220 121 6.8 156.9 40-41 known the likes of. LxWxH 4634x1935x1235 Kerb weight 1655kg Jaguar hardware. LxWxH 4760x1860x1350 Kerb weight 1800kg
330e xDrive 288 143 5.9 na na M35i 302 155 4.9 34.4 187 6.2 V8 475 185 3.5 23.3 277 5.0 V8 Auto 601 155 4.8 23.0 292
M340i xDrive 369 155 4.4 34.9 185
M3 Competition 503 155 3.9 28.8 223 X3 5dr SUV £47,295–£92,320 AAAAC CITROEN DS
M3 xDrive Competition 503 155 3.5 28.2 228 Continues where the last one left off. Dynamically good and more Ami 2dr quadricycle £7695–£8695 AABCC 3 5dr SUV £25,920–£42,700 AAABC
318d 148 132 8.3-8.4 52.6-62.8 117-129 luxurious inside. LxWxH 4708x1891x1676 Kerb weight 1750kg Incredibly slow and basic but full of character and will perfectly First foray into compact SUVs comfortably competes with more
320d 187 146 6.8-7.1 xDrive20i
56.5-60.1 124-131 181 134 8.3 35.3-35.8 179-181 suit some use cases. LxWxH 2410x1390x1520 Kerb weight 471kg established rivals. LxWxH 4118x1802x1534 Kerb weight 1205kg
320d xDrive 187 144 6.9 xDrive30e
54.3-56.5 130-136 288 130 6.1 134.5 51-54 6kW 5.5kWh 8 0 28 1.2 PureTech 100 na 98 112 10.9 43
80.4 127
330d 263 155 5.5 xDrive M40i
47.1-49.6 150-156 355 155 4.8 31.4 204 1.2 PureTech 130 128 124 9.2 47.1 141
330d xDrive 263 155 5.1 47.1 X3M Competition
157-158 503 155 4.1 24.8 261 C3 5dr hatchback £13,995–£22,810 AAABC 1.2 PureTech 155 153 129 8.2 46.6-52.0 127-143
M340d xDrive 338 155 4.6 46.3 160 xDrive20d 187 132 8.0 47.1-47.9 Funky, fresh look gives a lease of life, shame that underneath isn’t 1.5 BlueHDI 100
154-156 98 112 11.4 62.7 123
xDrive30d 261 149 5.8 45.6 the same. LxWxH 3996x1749x1474 Kerb weight 976kg
161-163 50kWh E-Tense 132 93 8.7 191-206 0
3 Series Touring 5dr estate £41,675–£86,570 AAAAB xDrive M40d 321 155 4.9 43.5 1.2 PureTech 82
171 79 107 12.8 51.3 130-131
Towering everyday appeal. Arguably the best all-rounder sensible 1.2 PureTech 110 107 117 9.3 52.3 129-131 4 5dr hatch £33,355–£47,650 AAAAC
money can buy. LxWxH 4620x1811x1430 Kerb weight 1565kg iX3 5dr SUV £64,165–£67,165 AAAAC 1.5 BlueHDi 100 96 115 10.6 67.0 117-118 Lavish, high-riding hatchback gets serious about chasing premium
320i 181 143 7.5 42.2 152-153 All-electric SUV is brisk, agile, versatile and competitive with its German rivals. LxWxH 4400x2061x1470 Kerb weight 1352kg
330i 254 155 5.9 39.2-40.9 156-163 closest rivals. LxWxH 4584x1852x1640 Kerb weight 2185kg C3 Aircross 5dr hatchback £20,770–£25,000 AAABC 1.2 PureTech 130 128 130 9.3 41.4-48.6 132
330e 292 143 5.9 176.6-201.8 32-37 80kWh 282 112 6.8 286 0 Funky-looking C3 gets a jacked-up, rugged SUV look. 1.6 PureTech 180 177 143 8.0 43.9 145
330e xDrive 292 140 5.9 156.9-176.6 37-42 LxWxH 4155x1765x1637 Kerb weight 1088kg 1.6 PureTech 225 223 146 7.9 43.7 146
M340i xDrive 371 155 4.5 33.6 191 AAABC 1.2 PureTech 110
X4 5dr SUV £53,220–£94,080
107 115 11.3 51.5 141-143 1.6 E-Tense 225 223 145 7.7 176-232 27-35
318d 148 133 8.8 57.6-58.9 126-127 Downsized X6 is respectable enough if not lovable, but the X3 is a
1.2 PureTech 130 127 124 10.4 47.3 150 1.5 BlueHDI 130 128 129 10.9 51.4-61.2 121-144
320d 188 142 7.1-7.9 54.3-57.6 115-121 better option. LxWxH 4671x1881x1624 Kerb weight 1735kg
1.5 BlueHDi 100 96 109 12.8 62.7 126-128
320d xDrive 188 142 xDrive M40i
7.4 336 155 4.9 31.7
51.4-54.3 136-143 203 7 5dr SUV £44,190–£62,940 AAABC
330d 263 140 X4M Competiton
5.6 503 155 4.1 24.8
45.6-47.1 158-163 259 C4 5dr hatchback £22,080–£35,495 AAACC DS’s first premium SUV certainly has the right price tag, equipment
330d xDrive 261 155 xDrive20d
5.4 187 131 8.0 47.1-47.9 161-165 Interesting to look at but soft and unrewarding to drive. Electric
43.5-44.8 166-171 and appeal. LxWxH 4570x1895x1620 Kerb weight 1420kg
M340d xDrive 340 155 xDrive30d
4.8 254 14544.8 5.8 45.6-46.3 159-163 ë-C4 is better. LxWxH 4355x1800x1525 Kerb weight 1247kg
165 1.2 PureTech 130 129 122 10.2 42.2-46.0 143-152
M3 xDrive Competition 503 155 xDrive M40d
3.6 322 155na 4.9 43.5
235 169 1.2 PureTech 99 114 11.3 54.8 116 1.6 PureTech 180 178 137 8.3 42.2 152
1.2 PureTech 130 128 130 8.9-9.4 50.2-54.7 117-127 1.6 E-Tense 225 223 140 8.9 157-176 36-41
4 Series Coupé 2dr coupé £43,470–£85,375 AAAAC X5 5dr SUV £68,690–£126,860 AAAAC 1.2 PureTech 155 153 129 8.5 48.8 131 1.6 E-Tense 4x4 300 295 149 5.9 176.6-201.8 32-40
A rounded, engaging and potent coupé let down only by its looks. More capable, convenient, refined and classy SUV that’s a more 1.5 BlueHDi 108 120 10.9 68.7-69.1 114-115 1.5 BlueHDi 130 128 121 11.7 54.1-55.3 143
LxWxH 4768x2081x1390 Kerb weight 1590kg satisfying drive. LxWxH 4922x2004x1745 Kerb weight 2110kg 1.5 BlueHDi 130 129 128 9.5 64.5-64.9 114-115
420i 181 149 7.5 42.2-44.1 146-151 xDrive40i 335 155 5.5 27.7-28.2 227-231 ë-C4 50kWh 134 93 9.7 227 0 9 5dr saloon £56,000–£74,415 AAAAC
430i 254 155 5.8 40.4-42.2 153-159 xDrive45e 282 155 5.6 188.3-235.4 31 New flagship is a refreshing alternative to the usual German
M440i xDrive 369 155 4.5 36.7 175 xDrive M50i 523 155 4.3 27.3 276 C5 Aircross 5dr SUV £27,815–£38,375 AAABC executives. LxWxH 4934x2079x1460 Kerb weight 1540kg
M4 Competition 503 155 3.9 28.8 228 X5M Competition 623 155 3.8 22.1 304 Smooth-riding SUV has an easy-going nature, but not the most 1.6 PureTech 225 223 146 8.1 40.9 155
M4 xDrive Competiton 503 155 3.5 28.2 227 xDrive30d 261 130 6.8 41.5-42.2 175-179 dynamic. LxWxH 4500x1859x1670 Kerb weight 1530kg 1.6 E-Tense 225 223 149 8.3 176-256 33-35
xDrive40d 340 152 5.5 38.7-39.2 192-196 1.2 PureTech 130 128 117 10.5 44.2 149-151 1.6 E-Tense 4x4 356 155 5.6 176-256 41-43
4 Series Convertible 2dr open £48,860–£88,975 AAAAC 1.6 PureTech 225 PHEV 223 140 8.7 184.0 50
Fabric-roofed grand tourer has just as much talent as its coupé X6 5dr SUV £76,060–£129,560 AAABC 1.5 BlueHDI 130 129 117 10.4 57.3 138-139 FERRARI
sibling. LxWxH 4768x2081x1384 Kerb weight 1715kg The world’s first off-road coupé, but appearances make it difficult Portofino M 2dr open £166,295 AAAAC
420i 181 147 8.2 40.4-41.5 154-159 to love. LxWxH 4909x1989x1702 Kerb weight 2065kg C5 X 5dr SUV £28,695–£40,210 AAAAC The entry-level Ferrari has the power, the looks and the touring
430i 242 155 6.2 38.7-40.4 xDrive40i
160-165 338 155 5.5 28.0-28.5 225-230 An unconventional take on the conventional that brings comfort to ability. LxWxH 4586x1938x1318 Kerb weight 1664kg
M440i xDrive 371 155 4.9 35.3 xDrive M50i
182 523 155 4.3 23.5 272 the fore. LxWxH 4805x1865x1485 Kerb weight 1418kg 3.9T V8 591 199 3.5 14.7-28.0 230-436
M4 xDrive Competition 503 155 3.7 27.7 X6 M Competition
231 623 155 3.8 22.4 287 1.2 PureTech 107 108 11.5 45.8 136
xDrive30d 254 143 6.7 42.2-42.8 172-176 1.5 HDI 99 109 14.1-14.9 57.4 135 Roma 2dr coupé £175,000 AAAAB
4 Series Gran Coupé 4dr coupé £44,660–£59,425 AAAAC xDrive40d 340 154 5.5 38.7-39.8 187-191 1.5 HDI 127 114 11 54.2 142 Gorgeous coupé is a proper grand tourer with a focus on usability.
The same impressive package we love from the 3 Series, with LxWxH 4656x1974x1301 Kerb weight 1570kg
added style. LxWxH 4783x2073x1442 Kerb weight 1825kg iX 5dr SUV £69,905–£122,775 AAAAB Berlingo 5dr MPV £25,355–£29,590 AAAAB 3.9T V8 612 199 3.4 14.7-28.0 230-436
420i 181 146 7.9 41.5 154 Comfort-conscious yet strong and athletic. A bold new flagship for Boxy, quirky van-based car returns to top form in its third iteration
430i 242 155 6.2 39.8 160-161 BMW’s EV family. LxWxH 4953x2230x1696 Kerb weight 2510kg in two decades. LxWxH 4403x2107x1844 Kerb weight 1540kg 296 GTB 2dr coupé £241,550 AAAAA
M440i xDrive 371 155 4.7 35.3 xDrive40
182 326 124 6.1 256 0 1.2 PureTech 130 128 130 10.4 48.6 136 Latest in a line of fabulous Ferraris gains EV ability but loses
xDrive50 523 124 4.6 375 0 1.6 PureTech 180 181 143 8.1 43.9 147 nothing in return. LxWxH 4656x1974x1301 Kerb weight 1470kg
i4 4dr saloon £49,995–£71,085 AAAAC M60 623 155 3.8 346 0 1.6 PureTech 225 PHEV 223 145 7.8 186-236 30-34 3.0T V6 819 205 2.9 44.1 149
Fast, refined and with lots of traditional appeal to convert
sceptics. LxWxH 4783x1852x1448 Kerb weight 2215kg X7 5dr SUV £87,050–£110,765 AAAAC ë-Berlingo 5dr MPV £32,315–£35,335 AAACC F8 Tributo 2dr coupé/open £203,476 AAAAA
eDrive40 335 118 5.7 352-365 0 BMW’s largest SUV yet crowns the line-up, but faces strong New electric version of venerable people carrier is suddenly the The last hurrah for the pure internal combustion V8-powered
M50 542 140 3.9 318 0 competition. LxWxH 5151x2000x1805 Kerb weight 2395kg only one available. LxWxH 4403x1921x1849 Kerb weight 2440kg mid-engined Ferrari. LxWxH 4611x1979x1206 Kerb weight 1435kg
xDrive40i 249-250 50kWh 338 136 84 155
9.0 182 0 6.13.9T V8 Tributo 28.7
710 211 2.9 21.9 292
5 Series 4dr saloon £51,010–£54,010 AAAAB xDrive M50i 283-291 523 155 4.7 22.1
The perfect compromise between the comfy E-Class and dynamic xDrive40d 203-204 340 CUPRA 152 6.1812 Superfast 2dr coupé/open £263,098–£446,970 AAAAA
36.2
XF, and then some. LxWxH 4936x2126x1479 Kerb weight 1530kg Born 5dr hatch £36,475–£43,735 AAABC More powerful than the F12, but with better road manners making it
520i 181 143 7.5 48.7 142-145 XM 5dr SUV £146,060–£171,765 AAACC Electric hot hatch shows promise and annoyance in equal the star of the range. LxWxH 4657x1971x1276 Kerb weight 1630kg
M division’s second-ever bespoke car lacks real purpose beyond measure. LxWxH 4322x1809x1540 Kerb weight 1736kg 6.5 V12 777 211 2.9 11.2-20.0 320
5 Series Touring 5dr estate £45,955–£63,200 AAAAB shock and awe. LxWxH 5110x2005x1755 Kerb weight 2785kg 58kWh 201 99 7.3 262-263 0 6.5 V12 Competizione 819 211 2.9 13.9 385
The excellent 5 Series made in more practical form. The 520d is 5dr xDrive 644 155 4.3 188.3 na 77kWh 226 99 6.6–7 339 0
still the best. LxWxH 4942x2126x1498 Kerb weight 1630kg SF90 Stradale 2dr coupé/open £400,000 AAAAA
520i 181 139 8.2 40.4-42.2 152-160 Z4 2dr coupé £44,490–£56,475 AAAAC Leon 5dr hatch £30,455–£41,960 AAABC Plug-in hybrid doesn’t do things conventionally. A 986bhp technical
530e 292 140 6.1 156.9-176.6 35-40 Better to drive than ever but makes a better open-top cruiser than PHEV makes for a confused take on the hot hatch. ICE versions are masterpiece. LxWxH 4710x1972x1186 Kerb weight 1570kg
530e xDrive 292 140 6.1 134.5-156.9 42-47 a true sports car. LxWxH 4689x1942x1293 Kerb weight 1485kg more enjoyable. LxWxH 4398x1799x1467 Kerb weight 1596kg 4.0T V8 986 211 2.5 46.3 154
540i xDrive 335 155 5.1 34.9-35.8 179-185 sDrive20i 195 155 6.6 39.8-40.4 160-161 1.5 TSI 148 133 8.9 47.9 134
520d 187 147 7.8 52.3-55.4 134-142 sDrive30i 255 155 5.4 39.8 161-162 1.4 eHybrid 241 140 6.7 217.3 30-32 F I AT
520d xDrive 187 144 7.9 49.6-52.3 140-148 sDrive M40i 338 155 4.6 35.8 181 2.0 TSI 242 155 6.4 39.2 162-163 Panda 5dr hatch £16,790–£18,290 AAABC
2.0 TSI 300 298 155 5.7 37.2 171-172 Hasn’t kept pace with its rivals, but sells robust, practical charm
i5 4dr saloon £74,105–£97,745 BMW ALPINA better than most. LxWxH 3653x1643x1551 Kerb weight 940kg
All-electric iteration of the iconic 5 Series arrives this year with a B3/D3 4dr saloon/5dr estate £65,000–£80,700 AAAAA Leon Estate 5dr estate £31,920–£44,845 AAAAC 0.9 Twinair 85 83 103-110 11.2-12.1 37.2 166-168
493bhp range-topper. LxWxH 5060x2156x1505 Kerb weight na Buchloe’s take on 3 Series makes a case for being all the car you More practical version of the most potent Leon blows as hot and 1.0 Mild Hybrid 69 96 14.7 50.4-52.3 126-132
eDrive40 na 120 6.0 353-357 0 could ever need. LxWxH 4620x1811x1430 Kerb weight 1865kg cold as the hatch. LxWxH 4657x1799x1463 Kerb weight na
M60 xDrive 493 143 3.8 315 0 3.0 BiTurbo 488 187 3.7 25.9 229 1,5 TSI 148 134 9.2 47.1 136 500 3dr hatch/2dr open £19,440–£20,940 AAABC
3.0 D3S 355 168-170 4.6-4.8 37.2 182 1.4 eHybrid 241 140 7 201.8 31-34 Super-desirable, cute city car. Pleasant, if not involving to drive.
7 Series 4dr saloon £103,085–£119,305 AAAAC 2.0 TSI 310 306 155 4.9 32.8-34.4 186 LxWxH 3571x1627x1488 Kerb weight 865kg
New mild-hybrid flagship saloon is better in every way than its B4 4dr saloon £67,000–£82,200 1.0 Mild Hybrid 69 104 13.8 53.3 119-121
predecessor. LxWxH 5098x1902x1478 Kerb weight 1755kg 4 series shell combines the B3’s engine to make a very compelling Ateca 5dr hatch £42,725–£48,530 AAABC
750e xDrive 482 155 4.8 53.4 na package. LxWxH 4794x2068x1438 Kerb weight 1890kg First model from Seat’s stand-alone performance brand has decent 500 Electric 3dr hatch/2dr open £28,195–£37,195 AAAAC
M760e xDrive 563 155 4.3 na na 3.0 BiTurbo 488 187 3.7 25.9 229 pace and precision. LxWxH 4376x1841x1615 Kerb weight 1615kg Shows that small EVs can be viable and can also be fun – to look at,
3.0 D4S 355 168-170 4.8 na 182 2.0 TSI 300 296 153 5.2 32.5 197 to sit in and to drive. LxWxH 3571x1627x1488 Kerb weight 865kg
i7 4dr saloon £100,205–£161,963 Electric 24kWh 95 84 9.5 118 0
Tech-laden luxury saloon arrives as new flagship with class- B5/D5 4dr saloon/5dr estate £125,500–£127,900 AAAAC Formentor 5dr SUV £31,300–£48,270 AAAAC Electric 42kWh 118 93 9.0 199 0
leading comfort. LxWxH 5391x1950x1544 Kerb weight 2715kg Is it the best alternative to an M5? Yes, at least from a practicality Bespoke-to-Cupra SUV delivers a well-rounded, sure-footed and
xDrive60 526 149 4.7 na na viewpoint. LxWxH 4956x1868x1466 Kerb weight 2015kg rewarding drive. LxWxH 4450x1839x1511 Kerb weight 1569kg Tipo 5dr hatch £28,725–£29,225 AAABC
4.4 V8 BiTurbo 599 200-205 3.4-4.6 1.5 TSI 150 23.5 263 148 127 8.9 43.5-44.8 143-148 A ’90s reboot that has been on a diet. Decent to drive and ample
8 Series 2dr coupé/2dr open £89,595–£145,090 AAAAC 3.0 D5S 347 171 4.8 2.0 TSI 190 42.2 199 188 137 7.1 36.2-37.7 171-176 interior space. LxWxH 4368x1792x1495 Kerb weight 1195kg
Has dynamism to spare but not quite the breadth of ability of the 1.4 eHybrid 204 201 127 7.8 201.8-235 33-37 1.5 Hybrid 124 128 9.3 54.3 119
best sporting GTs. LxWxH 4843x1902x1341 Kerb weight 1830kg B8 Gran Coupé 4dr saloon £140,300 AAAAC 1.4 eHybrid 245 242 130 7.0 176.6-188 33-35
840i 335 155 5.0 33.2-33.6 193-194 Superbly rounded, but lacking some of the dynamism implied by its 2.0 TSI 310 310 155 4.9 32.8-33.2 193-194 500X 5dr hatch £28,515–£30,020 AAABC
M850i xDrive 523 155 3.7 24.8-25.2 255-260 looks. LxWxH 5090x1930x1430 Kerb weight 2140kg Familiar styling works rather well as a crossover. Drives okay, too.
M8 Competition 623 155 3.2-3.3 25.2-25.4 252-254 4.4 V8 BiTurbo 621 201 3.4 25.4 270 DACIA LxWxH 4248x1796x1600 Kerb weight 1295kg
Sandero 5dr hatch £13,795–£14,795 AAAAC 1.0 118 119 10.7 44,8-46.3 141-143
8 Series Gran Coupé 4dr saloon £80,095–£135,590 AAAAC XD3 5dr SUV £70,075 AAAAC Still as cheap, remarkably likeable and usable as most recent 1.5 Hybrid 124 121 9.4 49.5 129-134
Four-door grand tourer offers greater practicality than its two-door Pleasant BMW SUV impressively enhanced with the usual Alpina superminis. LxWxH 4088x1848x1499 Kerb weight 1130kg
siblings. LxWxH 5072x1932x1397 Kerb weight 1800kg toolkit. LxWxH 4732x1897x2015 Kerb weight 2015kg 1.0 TCe 90 111 11.7 53.3 120 FORD
840i 335 155 5.2 33.2 194 3.0 BiTurbo 330 158 4.9 31.4 173 1.0 TCe Bi-Fuel 99 114 11.6 52.3 123 Fiesta 3dr/5dr hatch £19,350–£27,380 AAAAB
M850i xDrive 523 155 3.9 24.6 260 Dynamically superb and continues the Fiesta legacy. No longer the
M8 Competition 623 155 XB7 5dr SUV £153,300
3.2 25.4 AAAAC Sandero Stepway 5dr hatch £15,295–£17,645
254 AAABC class leader, though. LxWxH 4040x1735x1476 Kerb weight 1113kg
Huge power and impressive luxury credentials, but can’t justify the A more expensive and slightly more rugged cheap car – but still 1.1 75 73 103 14.5 53.3 120
X1 5dr SUV £34,365–£48,965 AAAAC hefty price jump. LxWxH 5151x2218x1797 Kerb weight 2655kg limited. LxWxH 4099x1848x1535 Kerb weight 1040kg 1.0 Ecoboost 100 98 112 10.8 53.3 125
Pick of the premium bunch and very spacious, but expensive and 4.4 V8 BiTurbo 621 180 4.2 23.5 274 1.0 TCe 88 107 12 50.4 127 1.0 Ecoboost MHEV 125 123 126 9.4 56.5 114
not that small LxWxH 4500x1845x1642 Kerb weight 1655kg 1.0 TCe 100 Bi-Fuel 99 109 11.9 48.7 130-131 1.5T Ecoboost 200 ST 197 144 6.5 42.8 151
sDrive20i 189 138 7.4 40.9 156-157 BYD
xDrive20i 189 na 7.7 38.2-38.7 166-167 Atto 3 5dr SUV £37,045–£39,045 AAAAC Duster 5dr SUV £17,295–£24,445 AAAAC Focus 5dr hatch £27,080–£39,950 AAAAB
xDrive23i 201 145 7.4 41.5 153 Solid electric family SUV with good refinement and a characterful A value champion. If cheap family transport is what you require, Better to drive and look at than before, and impressively good
xDrive 25e 220 118 6.8 na na interior. LxWxH 4455x1875x1615 Kerb weight 1750kg the Duster delivers. LxWxH 4341x2052x1633 Kerb weight 1189kg value. LxWxH 4378x1825x1471 Kerb weight 1369kg
xDrive 30e 321 127 5.6 na na 60kWh
1.0 TCe 90 89 201
103 13.5 99
46.3 139 7.3 261 0 1.0 Ecoboost MHEV 125 123 124 10.2 52.3 121
sDrive18d 148 126 8.9 55.4 133-134 1.3 TCe 130 128 120 10.6 45.6 141 1.0 Ecoboost MHEV 155 152 129-131 9.2-9.5 54.3 116
xDrive 23d 194 140 7.4 56.5 131 1.3 TCe 150 148 C AT E R H A M
125 9.7 44.8 143 2.3T Ecoboost 280 ST 276 155 5.7 35.3 183
Seven 2dr open £24,490–£54,990 AAAAB 1.0 TCe 100 Bi-Fuel 99 106 14.4 na 146 1.5 EcoBlue 120 118 117-122 10.0-10.8 62.8 119-127
iX1 5dr SUV £53,295–£56,045 The 360 is the sweet spot, giving the Seven just the right hit of 1.5 dCi 115 113 113 10.3 57.7 128
Not the most engaging to drive, but a seriously comprehensive performance. LxWxH 3100x1575x1090 Kerb weight 490kg 1.5 dCi 115 4x4 113 108 12.1 51.4 143 Focus Estate 5dr estate £28,240–£38,350 AAABC
electric prospect. LxWxH 4500x1845x1642 Kerb weight 1655kg 660cc Suzuki 170 84 105 6.9 58.4 109 Almost as good to drive as the hatch, but a Skoda Octavia will
xDrive30 308 112 5.7 na na 2.0 Duratec 360 180 130 4.8 na na Jogger 5dr MPV £18,295–£23,395 AAAAB carry more. LxWxH 4669x1825x1481 Kerb weight 1485kg
2.0 Duratec 420 210 136 3.8 na na A real reason for families to flock to Dacia dealers. Basic to drive 1.0 Ecoboost 125 123 120-123 10.3-10.6 55.4 98-116
X2 5dr SUV £37,890–£50,920 AAAAC 2.0 Supercharged 620S 310 145 3.4 na na but very versatile. LxWxH 4547x1848x1632 Kerb weight 1205kg 1.0 Ecoboost MHEV 155 152 127-130 9.4-9.7 55.4 116
Proves crossovers aren’t always worse than the hatchbacks on 2.0 Supercharged 620R 310 155 2.8 na na 1.0 TCe 107 114 11.2 49.6 130-131 2.3T Ecoboost 280 ST 276 155 5.8-6.0 35.3 183
which they’re based. LxWxH 4360x1824x1526 Kerb weight 1460kg 1.5 EcoBlue 120 118 120 10.6 61.4 120

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Ecosport 5dr SUV £23,460–£24,660 AAACC HR-V 5dr SUV £30,115–£35,615 1.6T GDi 48V DCT AWD 148 117 9.4 AAABC 2.0 D200 AWD
40.4 158 198 143 8.0 47.0-49.1 151-157
Facelifted version of the pumped-up Fiesta is okay, but developing- Fine ergonomics and big on superficial charm, but ultimately 1.6T GDI PHEV 257 119 7.9 na na
world roots show. LxWxH 4096x1765x1653 Kerb weight 1280kg leaves us cold. LxWxH 4340x1790x1582 Kerb weight 1380kg AAAAB 1.6T GDi HEV 226 120 7.7 49.6 129 F-Type 2dr coupé £58,420–£103,075
1.0T Ecoboost 125 123 111 11.0 45.6 141 1.5 eHEV 131 106 10.7 52.3 122 A full-blooded assault on Porsche’s backyard, with noise, power 1.6T GDi HEV AWD 226 120 8.0 44.1 146
1.0T Ecoboost 140 138 115 10.2 45.6 142 and beauty. LxWxH 4482x1923x1311 Kerb weight 1525kg 1.6 CRDi 113 108 11.7 53.3 138
CR-V 5dr SUV £32,950–£41,045 AAAAC 2.0 P300 296 155 5.7 29.9 215 1.6 CRDi 48V 134 112 11.0 54.3 135
Puma 5dr SUV £24,940–£32,410 AAAAC Tardis-like SUV stalwart has lots of space for five and a big boot. 5.0 P450 444 177 4.6 26.0-26.8 239-246
Compact crossover finally has a class leader capable of appealing LxWxH 4605x1820x1685 Kerb weight 1515kg 5.0 P575 518 186 3.7 26.4 243 EV6 5dr SUV £45,245–£62,645 AAAAC
to petrolheads. LxWxH 4186x1805x1554 Kerb weight 1280kg 2.0 i-MMD hybrid 181 112 8.6-9.2 47.4 151-163 Swish, spacious and swift enough to become the pick of the EV
1.0T Ecoboost MHEV 125 123 119 9.8 50.4 127 F-Type Convertible 2dr open £67,970–£108,270 AAAAB crossover bunch. LxWxH 4680x1880x1550 Kerb weight 2090kg
1.0T Ecoboost MHEV 155 153 124 8.9 50.4 127 NSX 2dr coupé £150,195 AAAAB Costs serious money, but you get a serious car with a likeable wild 77.4kWh 226 114 7.3 328 0
1.5 Ecoboost ST 198 137 6.7 41.5 155 Honda’s supercar given a modern reboot, and it’s some piece of side. LxWxH 4482x1923x1308 Kerb weight 1545kg 77.4kWh AWD 321 116 5.2 300 0
engineering. LxWxH 4487x1939x1204 Kerb weight 1725kg 2.0 P300 296 155 5.7 29.6 217
Kuga 5dr SUV £32,680–£41,355 AAAAC 3.5 V6 hybrid 573 191 2.9 26.4 242 5.0 P450 444 177 4.6 26.0-26.6 241-247 Sorento 5dr SUV £51,055–£56,995 AAABC
All-new version of popular SUV mixes dynamism with practicality 5.0 P575 518 186 3.7 26.4 243 Lacks polish, but its abundant utility appeal and value shine
and refinement. LxWxH 4614x1883x1678 Kerb weight 1698kg HYU N DAI through. LxWxH 4810x1900x1695 Kerb weight 2006kg
1.5T Ecoboost 150 148 121 9.7 41.5-42.8 151 i10 5dr hatch £15,420–£18,020 AAAAC E-Pace 5dr SUV £42,700–£54,260 AAABC 1.6 T-GDi HEV 226 119 8.7 40.9 158-166
2.5 FHEV 198 122 9.1 51.4 125 The smallest Hyundai matures and regains leadership of the city Misses the mark for keen drivers, but is still a desirable SUV 1.6 T-GDi PHEV 261 119 8.4 176.6 38
2.5 PHEV 223 125 9.2 201.8 32 car class. LxWxH 4035x1734x1474 Kerb weight 933kg nevertheless. LxWxH 4411x1984x1649 Kerb weight 1775kg
1.0 MPi 67 97 14.6
2.0 P250 53.3 114-120 245 142 7.5 31.1-31.3 203-205 LAMBORGHINI
S-Max 5dr MPV £38,565–£43,825 AAAAC 1.0 T-GDi 99 115 10.5
2.0 P300 52.3 123 295 150 6.9 29.8 214 Huracán 2dr coupé/open £170,838–£267,633 AAAAC
Better to drive and better looking than most but not quite the 1.2 MPi 84 106 12.6
1.5 P300e 51.4 124 305 134 6.5 143.1 44 Junior Lambo mixes usability and drama skilfully, in both coupé
class leader it was. LxWxH 4976x1916x1655 Kerb weight 1645kg 2.0 D165 160 128 10.0 43.4-45.4 163 and Spyder forms. LxWxH 4459x1924x1165 Kerb weight 1389kg
2.5 FHEV 190 188 115 9.8 44.1 147 i20 5dr hatch £19,725–£26,230 AAAAC 2.0 D165 AWD 160 124 9.8 42.9-43.4 171-172 5.2 V10 Evo RWD 608 202 3.3 20.5 330-335
Steady gains for a versatile runabout that, N version aside, still 2.0 D200 AWD 201 131 8.4 42.9-43.0 170-173 5.2 V10 Evo 631 201 2.9 20.3 332-338
Galaxy 5dr MPV £40,725 AAABC lacks personality. LxWxH 4035x1734x1474 Kerb weight 980kg 5.2 V10 STO 631 202 3.0 20.3 331
Huge seven-seat MPV. Easy to place on the road but not cheap to 1.0 T-GDi 100 98 117 10.4 47.9-49.6 120 F-Pace 5dr SUV £48,720–£85,180 AAAAC
buy. LxWxH 4848x1916x1747 Kerb weight 1708kg 1.0 T-GDi 48V MHD 100 98 117 10.4 54.3-55.4 115-118 Credible first SUV effort is as refined and dynamic as a Jaguar Urus 5dr SUV £185,511–£206,972 AAAAC
2.5 FHEV 190 188 115 10.0 43.5 148 1.0 T-GDi 48V MHD 120 118 115 10.2 53.3 120 should be. LxWxH 4731x2071x1666 Kerb weight 1690kg Lambo’s second SUV is more alluring and aims to use the V8’s
1.6 T-GDi N 201 142 6.7 40.4 158 2.0 P250 AWD 246 135 7.3 30.4 214-220 power better. LxWxH 5112x2016x1638 Kerb weight 2200kg
Mustang Mach-E 4dr crossover £50,830–£74,540 AAAAC 3.0 P400 AWD 394 155 5.4 28.8 222-230 4.0 V8 631 190 3.3-3.5 22.2 325
Likeable, practical high-rise EV has only a badge in common with i30 5dr hatch £21,950–£35,110 AAABC 2.0 P400e AWD 398 149 5.3 112.5 51-55
its coupé namesake. LxWxH 4712x1881x1597 Kerb weight 1993kg As good as we’ve come to expect from Hyundai, but not one inch 5.0 V8 SVR 550 AWD 548 178 4.0 23.1 275 L AN D ROVE R
70kWh Standard RWD 265 111 6.9 273 0 better. LxWxH 4340x1795x1455 Kerb weight 1194kg 2.0 D165 AWD 160 121 9.9 45.4 165-171 Defender 90 5dr SUV £57,540–£114,345 AAAAB
91kWh Extended RWD 290 111 7.0 379 0 1.0 T-GDi 120 118 118 11.1 45.6 121-122 2.0 D200 AWD 197 130 8.0 45.4 165-171 Breadth of capability matches that of the five-door, with even
91kWh Extended AWD 346 111 5.8 335 0 1.5 T-GDi 157 130 8.6 42.2-46.3 142 3.0 D300 AWD 296 143 6.4 38.1 195-202 more kerb appeal. LxWxH 4583x2008x1974 Kerb weight 2190kg
91kWh GT AWD 480 124 4.4 310 0 2.0 T-GDi 275 N Performance 272 155 6.1 34.0 188 5.0 V8 SVR 542 178 3.0 P400 4.0 23.1 275 398 119 6.0 25.6 256
5.0 P525 518 119 5.2 19.3-19.5 327-330
Mustang 2dr coupé/open £50,315–£60,315 AAAAC i30 Fastback 4dr saloon £25,960–£34,845 AAABC I-Pace 5dr SUV £69,995–£79,995 AAAAB 3.0 D250 246 117 8.0 32.8 226-227
American muscle built for the UK, in coupé and convertible forms. Combines good looks with sensible practicalities and dynamic Fast, refined and the first of its kind from a European 3.0 D300 296 119 6.7 32.7 226
What’s not to like? LxWxH 4784x1916x1381 Kerb weight 1653kg charm. LxWxH 4455x1795x1425 Kerb weight 1287kg manufacturer. LxWxH 4682x1895x1558 Kerb weight 2133kg
5.0 V8 444 155 4.9 23.9 268 1.5 T-GDi 157 130 8.6 49.6-52.3 141-151 EV400 398 124 4.8 277-287 0 Defender 110 5dr SUV £66,685–£117,120 AAAAB
5.0 V8 Mach-1 453 166 4.8 22.8 284 2.0 T-GDi 275 N Performance 272 155 6.1 34.0 188 Promises, and delivers, unrivalled off-road performance with
JEEP on-road niceties. LxWxH 5018x2008x1967 Kerb weight 2209kg
GT 2dr coupé £420,000 AAAAC i30 Tourer 5dr estate £22,700–£25,650 AAABC Avenger 5dr/4dr SUV £35,700–£39,600 AAAAC 3.0 P400 398 119 6.1 24.6-24.7 260-261
The GT is back as a race car for the road. Compelling if not perfect. Another solid car. Good value and practical but lacks excitement. B-segment SUV has sights set on UK success with good looks and 2.0 P400e 398 119 5.6 85.6 77
LxWxH 4808x1928x1692 Kerb weight 1912kg LxWxH 4585x1795x1465 Kerb weight 1245kg well-controlled drive. LxWxH 4084x1776x1528 Kerb weight 1536kg 5.0 P525 518 119 5.2 19.1 334
3.5 V6 Ecoboost 650 216 3.0 na na 1.0 T-GDi 120 118 117 11.4 47.9-49.6 130-139 54kWh 153 93 9.6 248 0 3.0 D250 246 117 8.3 32.2 230
3.0 D300 296 119 7.0 32.2 230
Ranger 4dr pick-up £24,369–£47,889 AAAAC Bayon 5dr SUV £21,320–£25,570 AAAAC Compass 5dr SUV £34,580–£44,455 AAACC
Capable pick-up becomes off-road monster in Raptor spec but Much better at meeting your motoring needs than kindling your Wants to be a catch-all crossover but is beaten by more road- Defender 130 5dr SUV £73,850–£116,845 AAAAC
loses VAT incentives. LxWxH 5277x1977x1703 Kerb weight 1866kg affections. LxWxH 4180x1775x1500 Kerb weight 1233kg focused rivals. LxWxH 4394x2033x1629 Kerb weight 1430kg Stretched version of cult off-roader packs greater practicality and
2.0 EcoBlue 130 128 106 13.5 42.8 173 1.0 T-GDi 48V MHEV 98 113 10.7 53.3 120-121 1.5 48V MHEV 128 120 10.0 47.1-50.4 133-140 retains polish. LxWxH 5358x2008x1970 Kerb weight 2589kg
2.0 EcoBlue 170 158 109 11.8 40.4-43.5 184-207 1.0 T-GDi 48V MHEV 120 118 115 10.4 53.3 121 1.3 4xe PHEV 238 124 7.3 141-156 44-47 3.0 P300 295 119 8.0 24.8 258
2.0 EcoBlue 213 210 106 10.5 30.7 201-233 3.0 P400 394 119 6.6 24.5 261
3.2 Duratorq TDCI 200 197 109 10.6 32.1-36.2 221-231 Kona 5dr SUV £23,715–£39,900 AAAAC Renegade 5dr SUV £30,030–£38,500 AAABC 3.0 D300 296 119 7.5 32.1 232
Hyundai’s first crossover is the perfect blend of practicality, value Middling compact crossover with chunky looks but no obvious
GENESIS and style. LxWxH 4165x1800x1550 Kerb weight 1233kg charm. LxWxH 4236x1805x1667 Kerb weight 1346kg Range Rover Evoque 5dr SUV £46,270–£60,440 AAAAC
GV60 5dr SUV £53,905–£67,505 AAAAC 1.0 T-GDi 120 118 112 12.0 44.1-44.8 142-147 1.3 GSE T4 150 148 122 9.4 38.2-39.8 151 Refined, luxurious baby Range Rover has matured for its second
Nascent brand’s first EV arrives as a luxurious, efficient SUV, lacks 1.6 GDi Hybrid 134 119 10.2 52.3 114-123 1.3 Turbo 4xe 188 113 7.5 122.8-134.5 42-49 generation. LxWxH 4371x1996x1649 Kerb weight 1891kg
sharpness. LxWxH 4515x1890x1470 Kerb weight 2095kg 2.0 T-GDi N 278 149 5.5 32.8 194 1.3 Turbo 4xe Trailhawk 238 124 2.0 P200 7.1 117.7-128.4 51-53 198 134 8.6 31.7 201
77.4kWh Premium 225 115 7.8 323 0 Electric 39kWh 134 96 9.6 180 0 2.0 P250 248 143 7.6 31.6 201
77.4kWh Sport 313 124 5.5 292 0 Electric 64kWh 201 104 7.6 280 0 Wrangler 2dr/4dr SUV £60,285–£62,520 AAAAC 2.0 P300 298 150 6.4 31.3 203
77.4kWh Sport Plus 483 146 4.0 289 0 Heavy-duty off-roader goes anywhere but lacks on-road manners. 1.5 P300e 298 132 6.4 166.2-193.5 33-38
Ioniq 5 5dr SUV £43,445–£57,945 AAAAC LxWxH 4223x1873x1840 Kerb weight 1827kg 2.0 D165 163 120 9.8-10.1 43.4-45.9 160-171
G70 4dr saloon £33,545–£41,470 AAABC Won’t upend the electric SUV segment, but a compelling option in a 2.0 GME 265 97-110 7.3-7.6 25.4-26.4 248-254 2.0 D200 201 120 8.5 43.8 169
Likeable left-field choice has style but struggles to threaten the developing class. LxWxH 4635x1890x1605 Kerb weight 1145kg
establishment. LxWxH 4685x1850x1400 Kerb weight 1675kg 77kWh 224 115 7.4 238-315 0 KIA Range Rover Velar 5dr SUV £55,355–£76,560 AAAAC
2.0T 197 194 139 8.8 35.4 181 77kWh Premium 320 na 5.1 282 0 Picanto 5dr hatch £13,415–£17,470 AAAAC The most car-like Landie ever doesn’t disappoint. Expensive,
2.0T 245 241 149 6.1 35.4 181 A pleasingly well-rounded and charming value offering, but not in though. LxWxH 4804x1930x1685 Kerb weight 1829kg
2.2D 200 197 143 Ioniq 6 4dr saloon £47,040–£55,290
7.4 43.5 170 AAAAB all of its guises. LxWxH 3595x1595x1485 Kerb weight 977kg 2.0 P250 248 135 7.5 27.8-29.2 217-229
Distinctive saloon with great practicality and road manners and a 1.0 65 100 14.1 56.5-60.1 119 3.0 P400 394 155 5.5 27.3-28.0 227-230
G70 Shooting Brake 5dr estate £35,470–£42,345 AAAAC well-equipped cabin. LxWxH 4855x1880x1495 Kerb weight na 1.0 T-GDi 997 112 9.9 53.3 120 2.0 P400e 398 149 5.4 na na
Best-looking Genesis yet is also the best to drive, despite slightly 77kWh 224 115 7.3 238-315 0 2.0 D200 201 130 8.2 41.6 168-178
flat four-pot engines. LxWxH 4685x1850x1400 Kerb weight 1717kg 77kWh Premium 320 na 5.1 282 0 Rio 5dr hatch £17,520–£22,820 AAABC 3.0 D300 MHEV 296 143 6.5 36.1-37.2 199-205
2.0T 197 197 135 9.3 32.5-34.0 193-204 More comfortable and more grown-up in fourth-gen form, but not
2.0T 245 245 146 6.4 32.5-34.0 193-204 Tucson 5dr SUV £30,200–£43,630 AAAAC any more fun. LxWxH 4065x1993x1450 Kerb weight 1143kg Range Rover Sport 5dr SUV £83,620–£171,160 AAAAB
2.2D 200 198 140 7.7 41.8 175 Shows Hyundai can do both style and substance. A family SUV 1.2 DPi 83 103 12.7 52.3 120-122 Bigger and better; a cut-price Range Rover rather than a jumped-up
that’s easy to like. LxWxH 4500x1865x1653 Kerb weight 1425kg 1.0 T-GDi 99 113 10.0 53.3 120 Discovery. LxWxH 4850x2073x1780 Kerb weight 2111kg
GV70 5dr SUV £42,870–£65,105 AAAAC 1.6 T-GDi 150 148 117 10.3 40.9 156 1.0 T-GDi 48V 118 116 118-125 3.0 P400
9.8 398 140 6.2
51.4 27.4 234
Wilfully different from the posh SUV competition and none the 1.6 T-GDi 48V MHEV 150 148 117 9.6 43.5 144-151 3.0 P440e 438 140 5.8 na na
worse for it. LxWxH 4715x1910x1630 Kerb weight 2010kg 1.6 T-GDi 48V MHEV 180 178 125 9.0 39.8 162 Ceed 5dr hatch £22,565–£31,170 AAAAC 5.0 V8 P575 SVR 572 176 4.5 19.6 331
2.5T 301 149 6.1 29.7 216 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 228 120 8.0 50.4 127 Third-generation hatchback can now compete for class honours. 3.0 D300 298 130 7.3 34.1 220-247
2.2D 207 133 7.9 40.0 185 1.6 T-GDi Plug-in hybrid 263 119 8.6 201.8 31 LxWxH 4310x1800x1447 Kerb weight 1315kg 3.0 D350 348 140 6.9 29.8 249
77.4kWh 483 146 4.2 283 0 1.0 T-GDi 116 118 11.2 na 119
Santa Fe 5dr SUV £42,890–£51,330 AAABC 1.5 T-GDi 156 130 8.4 43.5-46.3 129 Range Rover 5dr SUV £107,320–£2171,460 AAAAB
G80 4dr saloon £42,745–£69,805 AAAAC Superficial charm and an expansive cabin but not much polish to Seminal luxury SUV’s new generation covers even more bases
A luxury car for those who’ve had their fill of the typical premium the powertrain. LxWxH 4785x1900x1710 Kerb weight 2005kg AAAAC than before. LxWxH 5052x2047x1870 Kerb weight 2379kg Ceed Sportswagon 5dr estate £26,810
options. LxWxH 4995x1925x1465 Kerb weight 1930kg 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 228 116 8.9-9.1 42.2 145-168 All of the above, but with cavernous, more practical load space. 3.0 P400 398 150 5.8-6.1 28.5-29.3 218-225
2.5T 301 155 6.0 31.0 205 1.6 T-GDi Plug-in hybrid 262 116 8.8 173.7 37 LxWxH 4600x1800x1465 Kerb weight 1389kg 3.0 P440e 438 140 6.0 321.9 20-21
87.2kWh 364 139 4.9 323 0 2.2 CRDi 199 127 9.2 na 177-178 1.5 T-GDi 158 156 130 8.6 43.5-46.3 131 3.0 P510e 508 150 5.5 318.4 20-21
4.4 P530 V8 527 155 4.6-4.8 24.0-24.2 264-267
GV80 5dr SUV £60,125–£75,425 AAABC Nexo 5dr SUV £69,495 AAABC Proceed 5dr hatch £26,665 AAABC 3.0 D300 289 135 6.9 35.8-36.7 204-207
Rich, spacious and comfortable but not a world-class luxury car Impressive effort that heads in the right direction for fuel cell cars. Alluring and interesting, but not quite as special to drive as it looks. 3.0 D350 348 145 6.1-6.3 35.1-36.5 203-211
just yet. LxWxH 4945x1975x1715 Kerb weight 2145kg LxWxH 4670x2060x1640 Kerb weight 1814kg LxWxH 4605x1800x1422 Kerb weight 1405kg
2.5T 301 147 6.9 27.4-27.7 240 95kW Fuel Cell 161 130 9.6 42.0mpkg 0 1.5 T-GDi 158 156 130 8.6 43.5-46.3 129 Discovery Sport 5dr SUV £44,790–£57,850 AAAAB
3.0D 268 143 6.9 32 231 Seven seats, at home on road and off road, plus new-found
INEOS Xceed 5dr hatch £23,770–£33,495 AAABC desirability. LxWxH 4597x2069x1727 Kerb weight 1732kg
G O R D O N M U R R AY A U T O M O T I V E Grenadier 6dr SUV £61,140–£72,140 Crossover-styled hatch that drives well, but lacks practicality and 2.0 P250 247 140 7.8 30.1 211
T33 2dr coupé £1,400,000 Has bags of charm on the road and is virtually unbeatable off it. polish. LxWxH 4395x1826x1483 Kerb weight 1332kg 2.0 P290 288 144 7.4 29.7 214
Smaller, even more daily-usable sibling of the T50 with the same LxWxH 4896x1930x2036 Kerb weight 2669kg 1.5 T-GDi 158 156 129 8.7 44.8 142-143 1.5 P300e 298 130 6.6 143.4-158.6 40-44
glorious engine. LxWxH na Kerb weight 1090kg 3.0T 6dr Auto 282 99 8.6 21.4 299 1.6 GDi PHEV 137 99 10.6 217.3 38 2.0 D165 162 112 10.2 41.5 179
4.0 V12 607 na na na na 3.0TD 6dr Auto 245 99 9.9 27.4 268 2.0 D200 201 117 8.6 41.5 179
Stonic 5dr SUV £20,370–£24,420 AAABC
T50 2dr coupé £2,800,000 JAGUAR Kia’s first crossover is striking and reasonably good considering Discovery 5dr SUV £60,540–£77,765 AAAAB
Ultra-lightweight, V12-powered spritual successor to legendary XE 4dr saloon £33,230–£43,500 AAAAB the value. LxWxH 4140x1760x1520 Kerb weight 1160kg The country bumpkin given elocution lessons without losing its
McLaren F1. LxWxH 4352x1850x1164 Kerb weight 986kg Tops the pile thanks to outstanding driver appeal. Poised and 1.0 T-GDi 116 115 9.9 46.3-47.1 137 rugged capabilities. LxWxH 4956x2073x1888 Kerb weight 2115kg
4.0 V12 650 na na na na engaging but refined. LxWxH 4678x1850x1416 Kerb weight 1450kg 3.0 P360 355 130 6.5 26.0-26.4 241-245
2.0 P300 AWD 296 155 5.9 30.8-32.4 197-207 Niro 5dr SUV £28,810–£39,575 AAABC 3.0 D250 246 120 8.1 33.4-33.7 220-222
H O N DA 2.0 P250 246 150 6.7 34.2 186 Versatile and well-equipped family transport in a choice of hybrid 3.0 D300 296 130 6.8 33.2-33.5 221-223
E 5dr hatch £37,395–£38,120 AAABC 2.0 D200 198 146 7.3 54.0-57.7 128-137 and EV flavours. LxWxH 4355x1805x1545 Kerb weight 1500kg
Eminently likeable, with good dynamics but a limited range and 1.6 GDi Hybrid 137 101 11.1 58.9 110-120 LEXUS
ambitious price. LxWxH 3894x1752x1512 Kerb weight 1520kg XF 4dr saloon £35,660–£48,145 AAAAB 1.6 GDi Hybrid PHEV 137 107 10.4 201.8 29 ES 4dr saloon £40,000–£56,365 AAABC
36kWh 136 90 9.0 137 0 Outstandingly broad-batted dynamically, plus a pleasant cabin. 64.8kWh EV 198 104 7.8 282 0 Gatecrashes the German-controlled saloon market in a way the GS
36kWh Advance 154 90 8.3 136 0 LxWxH 4954x1880x1457 Kerb weight 1545kg could never manage. LxWxH 4975x1865x1445 Kerb weight 1680kg
2.0 P250 246 155 6.9 33.0-34.9 183-193 Soul EV 5dr hatch £32,845–£39,045 AAAAC 2.5 VVT-i ES 300h 218 112 8.9 53.2 119
Jazz 5dr hatch £25,900–£28,145 AAAAC 2.0 P300 AWD 296 155 6.1 31.2-32.8 194-204 Electric-only hatch with looks that divide opinion but a competitive
Not the most compact or vivacious but has decent handling and is 2.0 D200 198 146 7.6 52.8-56.5 131-140 range. LxWxH 4220x1825x1605 Kerb weight 1757kg LS 4dr saloon £92,770–£119,325 AAABC
cleverly packaged. LxWxH 4044x1694x1526 Kerb weight 1300kg 2.0 D200 AWD 198 143 7.8 48.9-51.3 128-137 39kWh 132 97 9.9 171 0 Luxury saloon gets more tech and opulence but is let down by its
1.5 i-MMD 109 108 9.4-9.9 62.8 102-110 64kWh 201 104 7.9 280 0 hybrid powertrain. LxWxH 5235x1900x1460 Kerb weight 2270kg
XF Sportbrake 5dr estate £40,810–£49,420 AAAAB 3.5 V6 VVT-i LS 500h 348 155 5.4 30.7-36.6 175-208
Civic 5dr hatch £33,815–£49,090 AAAAC Superb XF is now available in the more practical Sportbrake form. Sportage 5dr SUV £28,360–£45,600 AAABC
A fresh look while remaining practical, refined and upmarket. Lacks It’s a win-win. LxWxH 4955x1880x1494 Kerb weight 1660kg Does refinement, handling precision, tech, space and alternative RC F 2dr coupé £76,560–£93,810 AAABC
some dynamism. LxWxH 4518x1799x1434 Kerb weight 1275kg 2.0 P250 246 150 7.1 32-33.7 189-199 style well. LxWxH 4515x1865x1650 Kerb weight 1715kg An also-ran, but the V8 RC F packs plenty of character and handles
2.0 eHEV 181 112 7.8-8.1 156.5-60.1 108-114 2.0 P300 AWD 296 155 6.2 29.9-31.2 204-213 1.6T GDi 148 117 9.9 41.5 154 well enough. LxWxH 4695x1840x1395 Kerb weight 1736kg
2.0 VTEC Turbo Type R 315 169 5.8 33.2 191-193 2.0 D200 198 143 7.8 50.7-53.7 138-146 1.6T GDi 48V 148 117 9.3 41.5 146 5.0 V8 470 168 4.5 23.9 268

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LC 2dr coupé/open £95,960–£110,660 AAAAC MX-5 RF 2dr open £27,625–£34,510 AAAAA 2.0 E300de 302 149 5.9 217.3 39 GLE Coupé 5dr SUV £92,810–£144,860 AAAAC
Superb-looking coupé shows flickers of what made the LFA great. Remains perfectly poised and vibrant, even with a folding metal 2.9 E400d 4Matic 325 155 5.1 42.2 176-188 May not be your idea of a desirable luxury car, but it’s certainly an
LxWxH 4770x1920x1345 Kerb weight 1935kg roof. LxWxH 3915x1735x1230 Kerb weight 1090kg effective one. LxWxH 4946x2014x1716 Kerb weight 2295kg
5.0 V8 LC 500 457 168 4.7 24.3 262 1.5 Skyactiv-G 132 129 126 8.6 AAAAC 3.0 AMG GLE 53 4Matic 44.1
432 155 142 5.3 25.7 E-Class Estate 5dr estate £50,835–£122,435
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3.5 V6 LC 500h 354 155 5.0 34.8 184 2.0 Skyactiv-G 184 181 124-126 7.9-8.7 4.0 AMG GLE 63 S 4Matic 37.7-40.4 155
603 174 3.8 na Far more practical than its rivals, but pricier and less sporty than
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2.0 GLE 350de 4Matic 320 130 6.9 313.9 those closest to it. LxWxH 4933x1852x1475 Kerb weight 1780kg
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UX 5dr SUV £44,195–£47,495 AAAAC McLAREN 2.0 E200 197 144 7.7 31.0-35.3 173-174 2.9 GLE 400d 4Matic 327 149 5.7 33.6 219
Refreshingly different premium SUV is a credible, if not class- Artura 2dr coupé £190,715 AAAAB 3.0 V6 AMG E53 4Matic+ 429 155 4.6 29.7 216-219
leading, alternative. LxWxH 4495x1840x1520 Kerb weight 1620kg A technical marvel that wears its hybrid tech lightly. 4.0 V8 AMG E63 S 4Matic+ 603 180 3.5 22.6-23.3 282 EQE 5dr saloon £73,345–£114,750 AAABC
UX 300e 72.8kWh 201 100 7.5 195 0 LxWxH 4539x1976x1193 Kerb weight 1498kg 2.0 E220d 191 142 7.8 50.4 148-161 Mini-me EQS makes sci-fi electric luxury that little bit more
3.0 V6 PHEV 671 205 3.0 61.5 104 2.0 E300d 242 155 6.6 40.4-46.3 156-159 accessible LxWxH 4946x1961x1510 Kerb weight 2480kg
NX 5dr SUV £44,430–£65,295 AAAAC 2.0 E300de 302 146 6.0 188.3 41 89kWh 300 248 7.3 356-382 0
PHEV option and welcome cabin overhaul sustain the allure of the GT 2dr coupé £170,220 AAAAB 2.9 E400d 4Matic 325 155 5.3 40.9 181-192 89kWh 350 296 6.4 356-378 0
firm’s best-seller. LxWxH 4660x1865x1640 Kerb weight 1990kg Woking’s most user-friendly car to date is still a McLaren first and 91kWh E53 4Matic+ 633 3.5 290 0
2.5 NX 450h+ PHEV 306 124 6.3 256-313 20-26 foremost. LxWxH 4683x2095x1213 Kerb weight 1339kg E-Class Coupé 2dr coupé £52,300–£76,970 AAAAC
4.0 V8 612 204 3.2 23.7 270 Big, laid-back four-seat tourer. Borrows looks from the ravishing EQE SUV 5dr SUV £90,560–£133,860 AAAAC
RX 5dr SUV £62,615–£77,195 AAABC S-Class Coupé. LxWxH 4846x1860x1431 Kerb weight 1685kg Stuttgart’s latest luxury electric SUV is its best yet, but remains a
Low flexibility, but hybrid powertrain makes a degree of economic 765LT 2dr coupé/open £282,420–£313,160 AAAAB 2.0 E300 237 155 6.4 31.0 180-182 very expensive buy LxWxH 4863x2141x1685 Kerb weight 2580kg
sense. LxWxH 4890x1895x1690 Kerb weight 2100kg Longtail treatment to 720S combines sharp handling poise with 3.0 E450 4Matic 362 155 5.0 29.1-31.4 201 89kWh 300 4Matic 288 130 6.6 302-334 0
3.5 V6 RX 450h 308 124 7.7 34.4 185 startling pace. LxWxH 4600x2054x1159 Kerb weight 1339kg 3.0 AMG E53 4Matic+ 429 155 4.4 30.1-31.4 212-215 89kWh 500 4Matic 402 130 4.9 303-324 0
4.0 V8 755 205 2.8 23.7 270 2.0 E220d 189 145 7.6 43.5-50.4 154-155
LOTUS 3.0 E300d 4Matic 242 155 6.4 42.2-47.9 166-167 GLS 5dr SUV £88,705–£177,745 AAABC
Emira 2dr coupé £85,755 AAAAC MERCEDES-BENZ 2.9 E400d 4Matic 325 155 5.3 na 189 The replacement for the massive GL can still seat seven in
A superb sports car that’s also much more habitable than any A-Class 5dr hatch £31,905–£63,285 AAAAC comfort. LxWxH 5216x2030x1823 Kerb weight 2415kg
previous Lotus. LxWxH 4413x1895x1226 Kerb weight 1405kg A little bit of luxury in a desirable, hatchback-sized package. E-Class Cabriolet 2dr open £57,190–£80,520 AAAAC 3.0 GLS 400d 4Matic 327 148 6.3 32.8 227
3.5 V6 400 395 180 4.3 na na LxWxH 4419x1992x1440 Kerb weight 1445kg Refined and sophisticated four-seater in the same mould as the 4.0 GLS 600 Maybach 549 155 4.9 21.4 304
1.3 A180 134 134 8.9 47.9 134-138 S-Class Cabriolet. LxWxH 4846x1860x1429 Kerb weight 1780kg 4.0 AMG GLS63 625 174 4.2 23.7 273
Eletre 5dr SUV £90,805–£121,305 1.3 A200 161 140 8.1 47.9 135-145 2.0 E300 237 155 6.6 30.0 189-190
Urus-sized, tech-rich, high-performance SUV marks firm’s shift to 2.0 A250e 215 146 6.7 256.8 25 3.0 E450 4Matic 362 155 5.8 28.8-30.7 208 G-Class 5dr SUV £131,335–£289,740 AAABC
high-tech EV maker. LxWxH na Kerb weight na 2.0 AMG A35 4Matic 302 155 4.7 33.6-35.8 184-193 3.0 AMG E53 4Matic 429 155 4.5 29.7-30.7 217-219 Massively expensive and compromised, but with character in
112kWh 603 na na 373 0 2.0 AMG A45 S 4Matic+ 415 168 3.9 33.6 204-207 2.0 E220d 189 147 7.8 42.8-48.7 162-163 abundance. LxWxH 4866x1984x1969 Kerb weight 2550kg
112kWh R 905 na na 304 0 1.5 A180d 114 126 9.5 62.8 127-130 2.0 E300d 242 155 6.6 40.9-46.3 172 3.0 400d 4Matic 325 130 6.4 25.7 281-282
2.0 A200d 148 137 8.1 58.9 129-139 2.9 E400d 4Matic 325 155 5.4 na 193 4.0 V8 AMG G63 4Matic 578 137 4.5 18.6-18.8 373
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Ghibli 4dr saloon £75,945–£121,745 AAACC A-Class Saloon 4dr saloon £32,500–£51,420 AAABC S-Class 4dr saloon £103,880–£217,200 AAAAB EQS SUV 5dr SUV £129,170–£153,495 AAAAC
Maser’s compact exec has the allure but lacks power and is poorly Larger, more grown-up A-Class adds premium touch to smallest Bristling with technology, luxury and performance. Sets new class Hardware of talented EQS saloon creates a satisfying, smooth and
finished in places. LxWxH 4971x1945x1461 Kerb weight 1810kg Merc saloon. LxWxH 4549x1796x1446 Kerb weight 1465kg standards. LxWxH 5125x1899x1493 Kerb weight 1990kg practical SUV. LxWxH 5125x1959x1718 Kerb weight 2730kg
2.0 Hybrid 325 158 5.7 33.2 192
1.3 A180 134 134 8.9 42.8-48.7 133-137 3.0 S500 440 155 4.9 29.7-35.3 181-201 108kW 450 355 130 6.0 315 0
3.0 V6 345 166 5.5 25.2 254
1.3 A200 161 143 8.1 48.7 133-137 3.0 S580e 510 155 5.2 353.1 19 108kW 580 na 130 4.6 364 0
3.0 V6 S 424 178 4.9 25.0 254
2.0 A250e 215 149 6.7 256.8 25 3.0 S580 Maybach 503 144 4.8 26.2 253-265
3.8 V8 572 203 4.3 23.0 279
2.0 AMG A35 4Matic 302 155 4.8 32.9-36.7 177-187 6.0 V12 S680 Maybach 612 155 4.5 19.8 325 SL 2dr open £108,165–£179,465 AAAAB
1.5 A180d 114 128 9.7 56.5-64.2 126-129 2.9 S350d 286 155 6.4 39.8-42.8 173-190 Stuttgart’s icon makes the change to AMG to become the best SL
Quattroporte 4dr saloon £113,970–£142,745 AAACC 2.0 A200d 148 141 8.2 58.9 127-131 2.9 S400d 328 155 5.4 38.2-38.7 192-196 in decades. LxWxH 4705x1915x1359 Kerb weight 1895kg
Now a full-sized executive limo, with some added flair. Off the pace 3.0 AMG SL 43 375 171 4.9 na 206-212
in several key areas. LxWxH 5262x1948x1481 Kerb weight 1860kg CLA 4dr saloon £34,535–£73,075 AAAAC EQS 5dr saloon £105,610–£161,860 AAAAB 4.0 AMG SL 55 469 183 3.9 na 299
3.0 V6 S 424 179 5.0 24.8 257 It may use A-Class underpinnings, but it’s engineered to be much Luxurious in every respect and a tantalising showcase for the 4.0 AMG SL 63 576 196 3.6 na 299
3.8 V8 572 203 4.5 23.2 277 sportier to drive. LxWxH 4688x1830x1444 Kerb weight 1490kg future. LxWxH 5032x1899x1411 Kerb weight 2480kg
1.3 CLA 180 133 134 9.0 47.9 138-140 108kW 450+ 4Matic 325 130 6.2 412-453 0 MG
Grecale 5dr SUV £60,190–£117,935 AAABC 1.3 CLA 200 161 142 8.2 42.8-47.9 138-140 AMG EQS 53 4Matic+ 649 155 3.8 377 0 3 5dr hatch £13,820–£15,520 AAABC
For all its promise and character, it needs work if it’s to trouble the 1.3 CLA 250e 215 149 6.8 282.5 23 Neatly tuned and nice sporty styling. Breaks the mould for budget
Porsche Macan. LxWxH 4847x1979x1667 Kerb weight na 2.0 AMG CLA 35 4Matic 302 155 4.9 34.9-37.2 177-187 AMG GT 4-Door Coupé 4dr saloon £156,415–£178,800 AAAAB superminis. LxWxH 4018x1729x1507 Kerb weight 1125kg
48V MHEV 300 Auto 296 149 5.6 32.5 198 2.0 AMG CLA 45 S 4Matic+ 415 168 4.0 33.2 200-202 Four-door, four-wheel-drive GT is confusing to contemplate but 1.5 VTi-Tech 104 108 10.9 42.3 152
48V MHEV 330 Auto 325 149 5.3 32.1 199 2.0 CLA 220d 185 152 7.1 53.3-57.7 132 impressive to drive. LxWxH 5054x1953x1447 Kerb weight 2100kg
V6 Trofeo Auto 523 177 3.8 25.2 254 4.0 V8 GT63 S 4Matic+ 630 196 3.2 21.4-22.1 294-298 4 EV 5dr hatch £26,995–£32,495 AAAAB
CLA Shooting Brake 5dr estate £35,535–£69,175 AAABC Electric family car is good value, useful and fun to drive to boot.
Levante 5dr SUV £79,550–£143,225 AAACC The most practical of the A-Class range, but it suffers for its AAABC LxWxH 4287x1836x1504 Kerb weight 1655kg GLA 5dr SUV £37,625–£56,270
Italian flair and good looks in abundance, but diesel not as challenging styling. LxWxH 4688x1830x1447 Kerb weight 1430kg Not the most practical crossover but good looking and very decent 125kW 51kWh 168 100 7.7 218 0
sonorous as petrols. LxWxH 5003x1968x1679 Kerb weight 2109kg 1.3 CLA 180 133 130 9.2 35.8-40.9 140-141 to drive. LxWxH 4417x1804x1494 Kerb weight 1395kg 150kW 64kWh 200 100 7.9 281 0
3.0 V6 339 156 6.0 22.6 283 1.3 CLA 200 161 140 8.4 35.3-40.9 141-142 1.6 GLA 180 120 124 8.7-9.0 35.3-40.4 151-155
3.0 V6 S 424 164 5.2 22.4 286 1.3 CLA 250e 215 146 6.9 256.8 24 1.6 GLA 200 152 134 8.1-8.4 34.9-39.8 151-155 5 SW EV 5dr estate £30,995–£33,495 AAABC
3.8 V8 Trofeo 572 186 4.1 17.8 359 2.0 AMG CLA 35 4Matic 302 155 4.9 36.2 183-191 1.3 GLA 250e 135 137 7.1 201.8 31 Segment-first electric estate could be all the real-world EV you
2.0 AMG CLA 45 S 4Matic+ 415 168 4.0 32.8 203-205 2.0 GLA 250 4Matic 204 143 6.6 32.5-35.8 172-174 need. LxWxH 4544x1729x1509 Kerb weight 1532kg
MC20 2dr coupé/open £207,125–£232,125 AAAAB 2.0 CLA 220d 185 147 7.2 43.5-48.7 135-136 2.0 AMG GLA 35 4Matic 302 155 5.2 32.5 186-198 61kWh 154 115 7.7 250 0
A triumphant return to the supercar ranks: fast and thriling, yet 2.0 AMG GLA 45 S 4Matic+ 415 155 4.3 28.8 215-224
approachable. LxWxH 4669x1981x1693 Kerb weight 1475kg B-Class 5dr hatch £35,125–£43,785 AAABC 2.0 GLA 200d 150 127 8.6-8.9 52.3 121 ZS 5dr SUV £17,820–£35,495 AAACC
3.0 V6 621 203 2.9 24.6 262 A slightly odd prospect, but practical and classy nonetheless. 2.0 GLA 220d 188 136 7.3 49.6 141-149 Much improved on previous MGs, but still lacks the sophistication
LxWxH 4393x1786x1557 Kerb weight 1395kg of its closest rivals. LxWxH 4314x1809x1611 Kerb weight 1190kg
MAXUS 1.3 B180 134 132 9.0 45.6 140-142 EQA 5dr SUV £52,010–£60,510 AAACC 1.5 VTi-Tech 104 109 10.9 41.5 155
Mifa 9 5dr MPV £65,141–£77,537 1.3 B200 159 139 8.2 46.3 140-142 A competent but entirely average electric SUV. For the money, we 1.0T GDi 109 112 12.4 38.6 166
Seven-seat electric people carrier from Chinese commerical brand 1.3 B250e 215 146 6.8 235.4 27 expect better. LxWxH 4463x1834x1624 Kerb weight 1965kg 45kWh EV 143 87 8.5 163 0
born out of LDV. LxWxH 5270x2000x1840 Kerb weight 2310kg 1.5 B180d 114 124 9.8 61.4 137-138 67kWh 250 188 99 8.5 255-264 0 73kWh EV 156 108 8.4 273 0
90kWh 238 112 na 273 0 2.0 B200d 148 136 8.3 57.7 134-144 67kWh 300 4Matic 228 99 7.7 260-268 0
2.0 B220d 187 145 7.2 56.5 136-137 67kWh 350 4Matic 292 99 6.0 268 0 HS 5dr SUV £23,495–£33,595 AAACC
MAZDA Goes big on metal for the money but covers its budget roots with
2 5dr hatch £17,765–£22,985 AAAAC C-Class 4dr saloon £45,165–£98,155 AAAAC GLB 5dr SUV £38,745–£57,390 AAABC mixed success. LxWxH 4574x1876x1664 Kerb weight 1489kg
Grown up, well made and drives with charm and vigour; engines Sumptuous interior and impressive tech, but let down by harsh Boxy SUV mixes rough-and-tumble styling cues and seven-seat 1.5 T-GDi 162 118 9.9 36.2-37.2 168
aren’t brilliant. LxWxH 4060x1695x1515 Kerb weight 1141kg suspension. LxWxH 4751x2033x1437 Kerb weight 1650kg versatility. LxWxH 4634x1834x1659 Kerb weight 1555kg 1.5 T-GDi PHEV 254 118 7.1 155.8 43
1.5 Skyactiv-G 75 74 106 11.3 49.6 121 1.5 C200 221 153 7.3 44.1 146 1.3 GLB 200 160 129 9.1 40.4 160-165
1.5 e-Skyactiv-G 88 114 9.8 60.1 107 2.0 C300 278 155 6.0 42.2 152-159 2.0 AMG GLB 35 302 155 5.2 32.5 198 MINI
1.5 e-Skyactiv-G 115 113 124 9.1 56.5 113 2.0 C300e 331 152 6.1 256.8 14-24 2.0 GLB 200d 148 127 9.0 47.9 149-156 3dr Hatch 3dr hatch £22,935–£39,600 AAAAB
2.0 C220d 218 152 7.3 61.4 120-127 2.0 GLB 220d 188 135 7.6 47.9 156-158 Three-pot engines and cleverly designed interior make the Mini a
2 Hybrid 5dr hatch £22,730–£26,050 2.0 C300d 283 155 5.7 55.4 133-139 superb choice. LxWxH 3821x1727x1414 Kerb weight 1190kg
We’ve yet to drive it, but it’s just a rebadged Toyota Yaris, which is AMG C43 402 155 4.6 31.4 203 EQB 5dr SUV £55,310–£62,810 AAACC 1.5 One 101 121 10.1-10.2 49.6 130
a decent supermini. LxWxH 3940x1745x1500 Kerb weight 1125kg AMG C63 4Matic+ 672 174 3.4 na na Part-time third row still a rarity in premium electric cars. Otherwise 1.5 Cooper 134 130 7.8-7.9 48.7-49.6 130-132
1.5 Hybrid 114 109 9.7 74.3 87 unremarkable. LxWxH 4463x1834x1624 Kerb weight 2030kg 2.0 Cooper S 189 145-146 6.7-6.8 44.1 145
C-Class Estate 5dr estate £47,115–£99,715 AAABC 67kWh 300 228 99 7.7 257 0 2.0 John Cooper Works 227 152 6.1-6.3 39.8 160
3 5dr hatch/saloon £23,945–£31,465 AAAAC Impressive and tech-filled inside, albeit in a curiously unsatisfying 67kWh 350 292 99 6.0 257 0
Pleasing dynamism teamed with good practicality and punchy dynamic package. LxWxH 4755x2033x1494 Kerb weight 1710kg Electric 3dr hatch £32,550–£35,050 AAAAC
diesel engines. LxWxH 4460x1795x1435 Kerb weight 1411kg 1.5 C200 221 149 7.5 38.1-43.4 149-168 GLC 5dr SUV £54,850–£75,460 AAAAC Won’t break records on range or usability, but has plenty of zip and
2.0 e-Skyactiv-G 120 122 2.0 C300 10.4 278 155 50.4
6.0 124-127 41.0 157 Not exactly exciting to drive, but does luxury and refinement driver appeal. LxWxH 3850x1727x1414 Kerb weight 1440kg
2.0 e-Skyactiv-X 186 183 134 2.0 C300e8.1 331 151 53.3
6.2 118-121 403.6 15 better than most. LxWxH 4656x1890x1639 Kerb weight 1735kg 33kWh 180 93 7.3 144 0
2.0 C220d 218 151 7.4 2.0 GLC 300 4Matic 255 57.7 129 149 6.2 34.4 187-198
CX-30 5dr SUV £25,350–£35,750 AAAAC 2.0 C300d 283 155 5.8 2.0 GLC 300e 4Matic 320 54.4 136 143 5.7 122.8 53 Convertible 2dr open £25,890–£38,755 AAABC
Dynamic qualities, a classy interior and a handsome look set it AMG C43 402 155 4.7 3.0 V6 AMG GLC 43 4Matic 388 31 206 155 4.9 27.4 233-245 A fun open-top car but compromised on practicality and dynamics.
apart from rivals. LxWxH 4395x1795x1540 Kerb weight 1334kg AMG C63 4Matic+ 672 174 3.4 4.0 V8 AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic+ 502 na na 155 3.8 22.7 294-296 LxWxH 3821x1727x1415 Kerb weight 1280kg
2.0 e-Skyactiv-G 120 116 10.6 47.9 134 2.0 GLC 220d 4Matic 191 134 7.9 47.9 154-167 1.5 Cooper 134 128 8.8 46.3 138-139
2.0 e-Skyactiv-X 186 183 127 8.3-8.8 50.4 127 C-Class Coupé 2dr coupé £45,935–£92,230 AAAAC 2.0 GLC 300d 4Matic 242 144 6.5 42.8 178-179 2.0 Cooper S 175 143 7.2 42.2 151
Outgoing two-door keeps a nice balance of style, usability and 2.0 GLC 300de 4Matic 302 143 6.2 148.7 50 2.0 John Cooper Works 227 150 6.6 39.2 165
MX-30 5dr SUV £31,250–£35,550 AAAAC driver reward. LxWxH 4696x1810x1405 Kerb weight 1505kg 33kWh 180 93 8.2 144 0
Classy and affordable all-electric crossover marred only by its 1.5 C200 181 149 7.9 37.7-42.2 155-156 GLC Coupé 5dr SUV £61,335–£100,200 AAAAC
limited range. LxWxH 4395x1795x1555 Kerb weight 1645kg 2.0 C300 258 155 6.1 35.8-39.8 161-175 A coupé-shaped SUV destined to be outrun by the X4 – unless 5dr Hatch 5dr hatch £23,225–£31,760 AAAAB
35.5kWh 143 87 9.7 124 0 3.0 V6 AMG C43 4Matic 385 155 4.7 28.0-29.4 221-225 you’re in an AMG. LxWxH 4732x1890x1602 Kerb weight 1785kg Mini charm in a more usable package, but still not as practical as
17.8kWh R 167 na na na na 4.0 V8 AMG C63 S 2.0 GLC 300 4Matic
503 180 3.9 255 149
25.0-25.5 250 6.3 32.8 195-202 rivals. LxWxH 3982x1727x1425 Kerb weight 1240kg
2.0 C220d 2.0 GLC 300e 4Matic
192 149 7.0 320 143
46.3-52.3 133-145 5.7 104.6 52-54 1.5 One 101 119 10.6 49.6 130
CX-5 5dr SUV £29,745–£41,430 AAAAC 2.0 C300d 4Matic 3.0 V6 AMG GLC 43 4Matic 388 155
241 155 6.0 42.8-48.7 151-164 4.9 27.7 232-242 1.5 Cooper 134 129 8.4 48.7-49.6 131-132
Offers powerful diesel engines and strong performance, plus a 4.0 V8 AMG GLC 63 S 4Matic+ 502 155 3.8 22.1 290-291 2.0 Cooper S 175 146 6.9 44.1-45.6 141-146
welcoming interior. LxWxH 4550x1840x1675 Kerb weight 1575kg C-Class Cabriolet 2dr open £49,510–£91,225 AAAAC 2.0 GLC 220d 4Matic 191 135 7.9 44.1 167-173
2.0 165 162 125 10.3 38.7 152-154 Take all the good bits about the coupé and add the ability to take 2.0 GLC 300d 4Matic 242 145 6.6 40.9 182-184 Clubman 5dr hatch £27,440–£41,000 AAAAC
2.5 194 191 121 9.2 35.3 182 the roof off. Bingo. LxWxH 4686x1810x1409 Kerb weight 1645kg 2.0 GLC 300de 4Matic 302 143 6.2 134.5 55 Cheery and alternative Mini ‘six-door’ takes the brand into new
2.2d 150 148 127 9.9 50.4 151-154 1.5 C200 181 146 7.9 36.2-40.4 167-168 territory. LxWxH 4253x1800x1441 Kerb weight 1375kg
2.2d 184 181 129 9.3 42.8 175 2.0 C300 258 155 6.3 34.0-37.7 173-184 EQC 5dr SUV £74,330–£81,225 AAAAB 1.5 Cooper 134 128 9.2 47.1 136-137
3.0 V6 AMG C43 4Matic 385 155 4.8 27.4-28.5 229-231 Brisk, tidy-handling electric SUV has everything needed to do well 2.0 Cooper S 175 142 7.3 42.2 152-153
CX-60 5dr SUV £45,420–£48,405 AAAAC 4.0 V8 AMG C63 S 503 174 4.1 24.4-24.8 258 on UK roads. LxWxH 4762x1884x1624 Kerb weight 2495kg 2.0 John Cooper Works All4 302 155 4.9 38.2 169
Feels upmarket inside and combines tidy handling with easy pace. 2.0 C220d 191 145 7.5 44.8-49.6 141-153 80kWh 400 4Matic 408 112 5.1 244-255 0
LxWxH 4745x1890x1680 Kerb weight 1995kg 2.0 C300d 242 155 6.3 42.2-47.1 153-167 Countryman 5dr hatch £29,290–£43,370 AAABC
2.5 PHEV 4WD Auto 323 124 5.8 188.3 33 GLE 5dr SUV £77,985–£143,660 AAAAC Bigger than before, but still more funky than useful. Still not all that
E-Class 4dr saloon £48,835–£120,435 AAAAC The ML replacement isn’t inspiring to drive but does come with a pretty, either. LxWxH 4299x2005x1557 Kerb weight 1440kg
MX-5 2dr open £25,825–£32,410 AAAAA A little pricey, and less sporting than its rivals, but still comfy and classy interior. LxWxH 4819x2141x1796 Kerb weight 2165kg 1.5 Cooper 136 124 9.7 44.8 143
Brilliantly packaged, priced and perfectly poised but more vibrant luxurious. LxWxH 4923x1852x1468 Kerb weight 1680kg 2.9 GLE 450 4Matic 362 155 5.7 32.5 229 1.5 Cooper All4 136 122 10.3 40.9 157-158
than the original. LxWxH 3915x1735x1225 Kerb weight 1050kg 2.0 E200 194 149 7.4 38.2 165-166 2.0 GLE 300d 4Matic 242 140 7.2 39.2 198-207 1.5 Cooper S E All4 PHEV 217 122 6.8 156.9 41
1.5 Skyactiv-G 132 129 127 8.3 44.1 142 2.0 E300e 315 155 5.8 188.3 41 2.9 GLE 350d 4Matic 268 143 6.6 36.2 206-214 2.0 Cooper S 192 140 7.5-7.6 42.2-42.8 151-152
2.0 Skyactiv-G 184 181 136 6.5 40.4 153 3.0 E450 363 155 5.0 31.7 204 2.0 GLE 350de 4Matic 317 130 6.8 256.8 29 2.0 Cooper S All4 192 138 7.6 40.4 158-159
3.0 AMG E53 4Matic+ 429 155 4.5 30.4 212-215 2.9 GLE 400d 4Matic 328 152 5.7 35.3 220 2.0 John Cooper Works All4 302 155 5.1 37.2 174
4.0 V8 AMG E63 S 4Matic+ 603 155 3.4 22.8-23.7 277 3.0 V6 AMG GLE 53 4Matic+ 432 155 5.3 26.7 246-248
2.0 E220d 191 146 7.4 53.3 139-157 4.0 V8 AMG GLE 63 S 4Matic+ 603 155 3.8 na 281
2.0 E300d 261 155 6.3 47.9 153-167

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MORGAN 1.6 Hybrid4 298 149 5.9 166-235 36 93kWh Turbo S 751 155 2.9 241-260 0 Arona 5dr SUV £21,695–£27,650 AAAAC
Super 3 2dr open £41,995 AAAAB 1.5 BlueHDi 130 126 119 9.5 55.1 137-139 Seat’s second SUV doesn’t disappoint, with it taking charge of the
Puts a smile on your face with an experience that takes you away AAAAB class dynamically. LxWxH 4138x1780x1543 Kerb weight 1165kg Macan 5dr SUV £55,675–£73,975
from the everyday. LxWxH 3581x1850x1132 Kerb weight 635kg 5008 5dr SUV £36,595–£42,635 AAAAC Spookily good handling makes this a sports utility vehicle in the 1.0 TSI 95 93 107 11.2 51.4 124
1.5 118 130 7.0 49.2 131 Less MPV, more SUV, and shares its siblings’ good looks. Competent purest sense. LxWxH 4696x1923x1624 Kerb weight 1770kg 1.0 TSI 115 113 113 9.8-10.0 47.9-53.3 121-134
to drive, too. LxWxH 4641x1844x1640 Kerb weight 1511kg 2.0 263 144 6.4 26.4 228 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 127 8.3 44.8-45.6 140-143
Plus Four 2dr open £63,695 AAABC 1.2 PureTech 130 126 117 10.4-10.9 46.0 150-153 2.0 T 263 144 6.4 26.4 224-239
Morgan’s four-cylinder lifeblood model gets 21st-century 1.6 PureTech 180 178 135 8.3 39.6 168-170 3.0 V6 S 377 161 4.8 25.4 251 Ateca 5dr SUV £27,330–£39,325 AAAAB
underpinnings. LxWxH 3830x1500x1250 Kerb weight 1013kg 1.5 BlueHDi 130 129 119 10.7 57.3 139-142 3.0 GTS 438 169 4.5 25.0 255 Seat’s first SUV is very good. So good, in fact, it’s a Qashqai beater.
2.0 255 149 5.1 38.8 165 2.0 BlueHDi 180 175 131 9.1 47.3 164-166 LxWxH 4363x1841x1601 Kerb weight 1280kg
Cayenne 5dr SUV £69,675–£83,460 AAAAB 1.0 TSI 110 108 112 11.3 44.1-46.3 139-146
Plus Six 2dr open £83,090 AAABC P I N I N FA R I N A Refreshed look, improved engines and interior, and a better SUV 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 124 9 42.2-43.5 149-152
Feels like progress in lots of ways, but not yet the driver’s car it Battista 2dr coupé £2,000,000 AAAAC overall. LxWxH 4926x2194x1673 Kerb weight 2175kg 2.0 TSI 190 188 133 7.1 34.9-35.3 181-183
might be. LxWxH 3890x1756x1220 Kerb weight 1075kg Considering its ridiculous power, that it’s such a joy to drive is a 3.0 V6 335 152 6.2 22.6-24.6 259-283 2.0 TDI 116 114 115 10.9 54.3-55.4 135-137
3.0 335 166 4.2 38.2 180 marvel in itself. LxWxH na Kerb weight 2200kg 3.0 V6 E-Hybrid 456 157 5.0 76.3-91.1 71-83 2.0 TDI 150 148 126 9.3 55.4-58.9 141-166
1417kW 120kWh 1900 217 2.0 311 0 2.9 V6 S 340 152 6.2 21.9-23.9 268-292 2.0 TDI 150 4Drive 148 122 8.7 47.1-48.7 141-166
NISSAN 4.0 V8 S E-Hybrid 671 183 3.8 68.9-74.3 86-92
Micra 5dr hatch £17,255–£20,335 AAAAC P O L E S TA R Tarraco 5dr SUV £33,145–£42,190 AAAAC
Refreshed look and better handling makes it an enticing choice. 2 5dr hatch £44,950–£52,950 AAAAC Cayenne Coupé 5dr SUV £75,575–£87,160 AAAAC Seat’s largest SUV brings a hint of youthful exuberance to a
Has its flaws, though. LxWxH 3991x1743x1455 Kerb weight 1490kg High-rise saloon takes the EV off in a development direction all of Little different to drive from the standard car but certainly has an practical category. LxWxH 4735x1839x1674 Kerb weight 1845kg
1.0 IG-T 92 91 111 11.8 50.4 123-129 its own. LxWxH 4607x1859x1478 Kerb weight 2048kg appeal all of its own. LxWxH 4931x1983x1676 Kerb weight 2030kg 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 124 9.9 38.7-41.5 155-166
63kWh Standard Range 221 99 7.4 273 0 3.0 V6 335 150 6.0 22.6-24.4 263-283 2.0 TSI 4Drive 190 188 130 7.8 31.0-31.7 201-207
Leaf 5dr hatch £28,995–£36,445 AAAAC 78kWh Long Range 228 99 7.4 317 0 3.0 V6 E-Hybrid 456 157 5.1 76.3-88.3 73-85 2.0 TSI 245 242 142 6.3 32.1-32.8 195-200
Better looks, better value and better range from this second-gen 78kWh Long Range AWD 402 127 4.2 298 0 2.9 V6 S 428 163 5.0 21.9-23.5 271-292 2.0 TDI 150 148 124 10.2 49.6-52.3 144-150
electric hatch. LxWxH 4387x1768x1520 Kerb weight 1245kg 4.0 V8 S E-Hybrid 671 183 3.8 68.9-74.3 87-92 2.0 TDI 200 4Drive 197 130 7.8 41.5-42.8 172-178
40kWh 147 90 7.9 168 0 PORSCHE
62kWh 214 98 6.9-7.3 239 0 718 Boxster 2dr open £55,420–£125,660 AAAAB RADICAL S KO DA
Our idea of drop-top heaven. Exceptional to drive, whether cruising RXC GT 2dr open £145,000 AAABC Fabia 5dr hatch £18,600–£24,700 AAAAC
Juke 5dr hatch £20,985–£31,110 AAABC or hurrying. LxWxH 4379x1801x1280 Kerb weight 1335kg Designed for pounding around a track; out of its element on the Strong ergonomics and fine road manners – if you buy one of the
Second-generation crossover is impressive in some respects, but 2.0 290 170 4.9-5.1 32.5 198 road. LxWxH 4300x1960x1127 Kerb weight 1125kg more powerful models. LxWxH 4108x1780x1459 Kerb weight 1119kg
outstanding in few. LxWxH 4135x1765x1565 Kerb weight 1605kg 2.0 T 296 170 4.7-5.3 32.5 199 3.5 V6 400 400 179 2.8 na na 1.0 MPI 80 78 111 15.6 55.4 116
1.0 DiG-T 114 114 112 10.7 47.9 134-139 2.5 S 339 177 4.4-4.6 29.1 229 3.5 V6 650 650 180 2.7 na na 1.0 TSI 93 121 10.7 55.4 115-116
4.0 GTS 396 182 4.5 25.9 247 1.0 TSI 110 109 127 9.9 57.6 113-127
Qashqai 5dr SUV £26,770–£41,700 AAAAC 4.0 Spyder 414 189 4.4 25.4 251 R E N A U LT
Ticks the important family car boxes, but ICE powertrain lacks Clio 5dr hatch £19,015–£24,195 AAAAC Scala 5dr hatch £20,800–£27,115 AAAAC
refinement. LxWxH 4425x2084x1625 Kerb weight 1435kg 718 Cayman 2dr coupé £53,420–£125,660 AAAAA Plusher, smoother and much more mature. A car of substance as Undercuts rivals on price and ushers in a sharp new design
1.3 DiG-T 140 138 122 10.2 44.3 143-144 Scalpel-blade incisiveness, supreme balance and outstanding well as style. LxWxH 4047x1728x1440 Kerb weight 1148kg language for Skoda. LxWxH 4362x1793x1471 Kerb weight 1381kg
1.3 DiG-T 158 156 123 9.9 41.5-44.4 145 driver involvement. LxWxH 4379x1801x1295 Kerb weight 1335kg 1.0 TCe 90 88 112 12.2 54.4 117 1.0 TSI 95 94 118 10.9 53.3 119-120
2.0 290 170 4.9-5.1 32.8 197 1.6 E-Tech Hybrid 138 112 9.3 65.7 96 1.0 TSI 110 108 123 10.1 51.4-53.3 120-124
Ariya 5dr SUV £46,145–£58,590 AAABC 2.0 T 296 170 4.9-5.3 35.5 198 1.5 TSI 150 148 137 8.1 50.4-51.4 125-128
Nissan’s second electric car arrives with a slick powertrain but an 2.5 S 339 177 4.4-4.6 29.1 228 Zoe 5dr hatch £29,995–£31,995 AAABC
unsettled ride. LxWxH 4595x1850x1660 Kerb weight 2093kg 4.0 GTS 396 182 4.5 25.9 247 A far more practical zero-emission solution. Attractive price, too. Octavia 5dr hatch £24,540–£37,950 AAAAC
63kWh 220 100 7.5 223-247 0 4.0 GT4 414 188 4.4 25.7 251 LxWxH 4084x1730x1562 Kerb weight 1470kg Does comfort and practicality like no other. Good, frugal engines
87kWh 245 100 7.6 310-328 0 4.0 GT4 RS 493 196 3.4 21.4 299 50kWh R135 132 87 9.5 232 0 too. LxWxH 4689x1829x1470 Kerb weight 1225kg
87kWh e-4orce 310 124 5.7 285 0 1.0 TSI 110 113 129 10.8 54.3-56.5 115-117
911 2dr coupé £99,275–£175,660 AAAAB Captur 5dr SUV £22,495–£34,195 AAAAC 1.5 TSI 150 148 143 8.5 52.3-53.3 121-123
X-Trail 5dr SUV £32,890–£47,980 AAABC Wider, eighth-generation 911 is still eminently fast, and capable at Jacked-up Clio is among the better downsized options. Stylish and 2.0 TSI vRS 242 155 6.8 40.9 157
Shortfalls on refinement and drivability, plus a slight lack of the all speeds. LxWxH 4519x1852x1300 Kerb weight 1565kg fluent-riding. LxWxH 4122x1778x1566 Kerb weight 1184kg 2.0 TDI 116 114 131 10.2 68.9 109
original’s character. LxWxH 4640x1820x1710 Kerb weight 1505kg 3.0 Carrera 380 182 4.0 27.4 233 1.0 TCe 90 89 104 14 47.9 133-134 2.0 TDI 150 148 143 8.7 64.2-67.3 109-115
1.3 DiG-T 160 158 123 11.5
3.0 Carrera 4 37.8-38.5 166-173 380 180 4.0 26.9 238 1.6 E-Tech Hybrid 140 106 10.6 56.5 113-114 2.0 TDI 200 vRS 197 154 7.4 56.5 130
3.0 Carrera S 444 191 3.7 27.4 234 1.6 E-Tech PHEV 156 107 10.1 217.3 30-33 2.0 TDI 200 vRS 4x4 197 150 6.8 51.4 145
NOBLE 3.0 Carrera 4S 444 190 3.4 26.9 239
M600 2dr coupé £248,000–£287,600 AAABC 3.0 Carrera GTS 473 193 3.4 24.8-26.4 244-258 Arkana 5dr SUV £28,395–£30,395 AAABC Octavia Estate 5dr estate £25,520–£39,180 AAAAC
Deliciously natural and involving; a bit ergonomically flawed. 3.0 Carrera 4 GTS 473 193 3.3 24.8-26.6 240-259 Showy styling clothes an eminently sensible but unspectacular Class-leading amount of space and practicality. Comfortable, too.
LxWxH 4360x1910x1120 Kerb weight 1198kg 3.0 Targa 4 380 179 4.4 26.9 239 car. LxWxH 4568x1820x1576 Kerb weight 1435kg LxWxH 4667x1814x1465 Kerb weight 1247kg
4.4 V8 662 225 3.0 16.8 333 3.0 Targa 4S 444 189 3.8 26.4 244 1.3 TCe Mild Hybrid 140 136 127 1.0 TSI 1109.8 48.7 132 113 125 11 53.3-54.3 118-119
3.0 Targa 4 GTS 473 193 3.4 24.8-27.1 236-258 1.6 E-Tech Hybrid 145 143 107 1.5 TSI 15010.8 58.9 108 148 139 8.6 50.4-52.3 123-126
ORA 4.0 GT3 503 199 3.4 21.7-21.9 283-304 2.0 TSI vRS 242 155 6.8 40.4 159
Funky Cat 5dr hatch £31,995 AABCC 3.7 Turbo 572 199 2.8 23.5 271 Mégane E-Tech Electric 5dr SUV £36,995–£41,995 AAAAC 2.0 TDI 116 114 128 10.3 67.3 111
Decent value and funky looks but a mediocre experience overall. 3.7 Turbo S 641 205 2.7 23.5 271 More fun than most EVs while also efficient, comfortable and 2.0 TDI 150 148 139 8.6 62.8-65.7 112-118
LxWxH 4235x1825x1603 Kerb weight 1540kg Sport Classic 542 205 4.1 22.4 285 tech-savvy. LxWxH 4200x1860x1505 Kerb weight 1708kg 2.0 TDI 200 vRS 197 152 7.5 55.4 132
126kW 48kWh 169 99 8.3 193 0 EV60 160kW 60kWh 215 99 7.5 280 0 2.0 TDI 200 vRS 4x4 197 147 7.1 50.4 147
911 Cabriolet 2dr open £109,275–£193,260 AAAAC
PEUGEOT Fewer compromises than ever, if rewarding only at full attack. Austral 5dr SUV £34,695–£39,495 AAACC Superb 5dr hatch £31,325–£45,310 AAAAC
208 3dr/5dr hatch £20,360–£34,955 AAABC LxWxH 4519x1852x1297 Kerb weight 1585kg SUV has a compelling drivetrain and a good interior but is let down Another great Czech value option that’s big on quality and space if
A big improvement for Peugeot, if not for the supermini class. 3.0 Carrera 380 180 4.4 27.2 236 by poor ride comfort. LxWxH 4510x1843x1621 Kerb weight 1517kg not on price. LxWxH 4869x1864x1469 Kerb weight 1340kg
LxWxH 3475x1615x1460 Kerb weight 1065kg 3.0 Carrera 4 380 180 4.4 26.9 238 1.3 TCe Mild Hybrid 140 136 127 9.8
1.5 TSI 150 48.7 130-132 148 137 9.2 40.4-44.8 142-157
1.2 PureTech 75 72 106 14.9 58.9 124 3.0 Carrera S 444 190 4.4 27.4 233 1.6 E-Tech Hybrid 145 143 107 10.8
2.0 TSI 190 60.1 105-107 188 148 7.7 38.2-39.2 162-168
1.2 PureTech 100 98 117 9.9 53.0 124-126 3.0 Carrera 4S 444 188 3.6 26.6 241 1.2 Mild Hybrid Esprit 197 109 8.4
2.0 TSI 280 4x4 57.7 110 276 155 5.3 32.2-34.0 188-193
1.2 PureTech 130 128 129 8.7 51.9 128 3.0 Carrera GTS 473 192 3.6 26.9 239 1.4 iV PHEV 215 138 7.4 148.7-188.3 33-42
50kWh e-208 136 93 8.1 194-217 0 3.0 Carrera 4 GTS 473 191 3.5 25.0 244 RI MAC 2.0 TDI 150 148 138 9.1 54.3-58.9 125-136
1.5 BlueHDi 100 99 117 10.2 70 109-110 3.7 Turbo 572 199 2.9 23.3 275 Nevera 2dr coupé £2,000,000 AAAAC 2.0 TDI 200 197 151 7.9 51.4-53.3 140-145
3.7 Turbo S 641 205 2.8 23.3 275 Electric hypercar from Croatian specialist is sibling of fantastic 2.0 TDI 200 4x4 197 148 7.3 47.9 154
308 5dr hatch £27,150–£42,100 AAAAC Pininfarina Battista. LxWxH 4750x1986x1208 Kerb weight 2150kg
Brings electrification and design flair but retains the old model’s Panamera 4dr saloon £75,175–£145,975 AAAAA 1427kW 120kWh 1914 256 2.0 340 0 Superb Estate 5dr estate £32,605–£46,595 AAAAC
dynamic character. LxWxH 4365x1850x1441 Kerb weight 1288kg Revamped big saloon is an absolute belter, making it almost the Even more commendable than above, primarily thanks to its
1.2 PureTech 130 131 130 9.7 52.1 122 perfect grand tourer. LxWxH 5049x1937x1423 Kerb weight 1815kg R O L L S - R OYC E enormous boot. LxWxH 4856x1864x1477 Kerb weight 1365kg
1.6 Hybrid 180 140 2.9 V67.6 325 168 5.6
213-281 27.7
23-30 232 Wraith 2dr coupé £282,460–£324,460 AAAAB 1.5 TSI 150 148 132 9.3 40.9-45.6 141-157
1.6 Hybrid 225 225 146 2.9 V6 4
8.0 325 167 5.3
213-266 27.2
24-30 235 An intimate and involving Rolls. Not as grand as some, but other 2.0 TSI 190 188 143 7.8 39.8-40.9 162-168
1.5 BlueHDi 131 129 2.9 V6 4S
10.6 434 183 65.4 4.3 27.4
113-114 234 traits make it great. LxWxH 5285x1947x1507 Kerb weight 2360kg 2.0 TSI 280 4x4 276 155 5.3 33.2-34.0 188-194
2.9 V6 4 E-Hybrid 456 174 4.4 78.5-85.6 60 6.6 V12 624 155 4.6 18.5-18.6 347-348 1.4 iV PHEV 215 140 7.5 148.7-188.3 33-42
308 SW 5dr estate £28,350–£43,300 AAAAC 2.9 V6 4S E-Hybrid 552 185 3.7 78.5-85.6 60 2.0 TDI 150 148 133 9.2 53.3-57.7 129-140
Blends character and practicality, without compromising on the 4.0 V8 GTS 473 186 3.9 23.3 275 Ghost 4dr saloon £275,260–£320,260 AAAAC 2.0 TDI 200 197 145 8 49.6-51.4 140-144
hatchback’s style. LxWxH 4635x2062x1442 Kerb weight 1345kg 4.0 V8 Turbo S 621 196 3.1 22.1 289 ‘A ffordable’ Rolls is a more driver-focused car than the Phantom. 2.0 TDI 200 4x4 197 142 7.4 47.9 157
1.2 PureTech 130 131 130 9.9 52.1 122 4.0 V8 Turbo S E-Hybrid 690 196 3.2 97.4-104.6 62-66 Still hugely special. LxWxH 5399x1948x1550 Kerb weight 2360kg
1.6 Hybrid 180 139 7.7 213-281 25-30 6.6 V12 563 155 4.9-5.0 18.5-18.6 347-348 Kamiq 5dr SUV £22,780–£28,370 AAABC
1.6 Hybrid 225 225 146 7.6 213-266 26-30 Panamera Sport Turismo 5dr estate £80,375–£149,175 AAAAB Skoda’s supermini platform has birthed a practical but predictable
1.5 BlueHDi 131 129 10.9 65.0 113-114 The Panamera in a more practical form, and now it’s a good-looking Phantom 4dr saloon £378,820–£450,820 AAAAA compact crossover. LxWxH 4241x1793x1553 Kerb weight 1251kg
beast. LxWxH 5049x1937x1428 Kerb weight 1880kg Phantom takes opulent luxury to a whole new level. 1.0 TSI 95 93 112 11.2 49.6 129
408 5dr hatch £31,075–£46,500 AAAAC 2.9 V6 4 325 163 5.3 26.4 242 LxWxH 5762x2018x1646 Kerb weight 2560kg 1.0 TSI 115 112 120 10.3 47.1-49.6 130-136
Comfortable, spacious, stylish companion targets fleet buyers and 2.9 V6 4S 434 180 4.3 26.4 242 6.75 V12 563 155 5.1-5.2 18.6-18.8 341-344 1.5 TSI 148 132 11.2 46.3-47.9 133-139
hits the bullseye. LxWxH 4687x1859x1478 Kerb weight 1467kg 2.9 V6 4 E-Hybrid 456 174 4.4 78.5-85.6 60
1.2 PureTech 130 131 130 na na 137 2.9 V6 4S E-Hybrid 552 182 3.7 78.5-85.6 60 Cullinan 4dr SUV £303,460–£347,260 AAAAC Karoq 5dr SUV £27,470–£40,185 AAAAC
1.6 Hybrid 180 140 na na 154 4.0 V8 GTS 473 181 3.9 22.8 280 Big, bold new 4x4 begins the next era for the brand, with a model Yeti replacement may not have its forebear’s quirkiness, but it’s
1.6 Hybrid 225 222 145 7.8 211.3-269.5 28 4.0 V8 Turbo S 621 196 3.1 21.7 295 that convinces. LxWxH 5341x2164x1835 Kerb weight 2730kg brilliant otherwise. LxWxH 4382x1841x1603 Kerb weight 1265kg
4.0 V8 Turbo S E-Hybrid 690 196 3.2 94.2-97.4 65-69 6.75 V12 563 155 5.2
355-370 1.0 TSI 110 17.3-18.1
108 117 11.3 44.8-47.9 133-143
508 4dr saloon £34,020–£53,825 AAAAC 1.5 TSI 148 126 9 42.8-44.8 143-149
Stylish and likeable but lacking the polish of more premium rivals. Taycan 4dr saloon £79,255–£148,355 AAAAB S E AT 20 TSI 190 4x4 188 132 7 33.2 191
LxWxH 4750x1859x1430 Kerb weight 1535kg First all-electric Porsche shows the rest of the world how it should Ibiza 5dr hatch £18,595–£23,110 AAAAB 2.0 TDI 116 114 118 10.7 58.9 126
1.2 PureTech 130 131 127 8.1 49.1 129 be done. LxWxH 4963x1966x1381 Kerb weight 2305kg Reinvigorated Ibiza is more mature and takes the class honours 2.0 TDI 150 148 127 9.0 50.4-52.3 142-148
1.6 Hybrid 223 155 79kWh
8.3 405 143 5.4
166.0-235.0 27-38 220-268 0 from the Fiesta. LxWxH 4059x1780x1444 Kerb weight 1091kg 2.0 TDI 150 4x4 148 121 8.8 42.8 172-174
1.6 Hybrid PSE 355 155 79kWh 4S
5.2 527 155
141.2 4.0
42 252 0 1.0 MPI 80 79 106 15.3 50.4-52.3 122-128
1.5 BlueHDi 130 126 126 93kWh
10.0 472 143
62.0 5.4
124 253-301 0 1.0 TSI 95 93 113 10.9 52.3 124-125 Enyaq iV 5dr SUV £38,970–£52,670 AAAAC
93kWh 4S 563 155 4.0 287 0 1.0 TSI 110 109 121 10.3 51.4 123-124 Practical, rangy and well priced. Hits a sweet spot in the EV market.
508 SW 5dr estate £35,220–£55,025 AAACC 93kWh GTS 590 155 3.7 273 0 LxWxH 4649x1879x1621 Kerb weight 1917kg
Bodystyle takes the edge off the 508’s style yet doesn’t fully 93kWh Turbo 670 161 3.2 280 0 Leon 5dr hatch £23,335–£32,235 AAAAC 62kWh 60 177 99 8.7 256 0
address practicality. LxWxH 4778x1859x1420 Kerb weight 1430kg 93kWh Turbo S 751 161 2.8 256 0 A creditable effort and a notable improvement in form, with plenty 82kWh 80 201 99 8.5 331 0
1.2 PureTech 130 131 127 8.3 49.1 129 of niche appeal. LxWxH 4282x1816x1459 Kerb weight 1202kg 82kWh 80x Sportline 263 99 6.9 303 0
1.6 Hybrid 223 155 8.3 166.0-235.0 27-38 Taycan Sport Turismo 5dr estate £80,255–£149,355 AAAAB 1.0 TSI 110 108 122 10.8 51.4-52.3 123-126
1.6 Hybrid PSE 355 155 5.2 141.2 42 Less rugged than the Cross Turismo, but no less capable. 1.0 eTSI 108 119 10.6 50.4-51.4 124-129 Enyaq Coupé iV 5dr SUV £44,825–£54,370 AAABC
1.5 BlueHDi 130 126 129 10.1 62.0 127 LxWxH 4963x2144x1390 Kerb weight 2250kg 1.5 TSI Evo 130 128 129 9.4 49.6-51.4 124-128 More style-led EV is the first to wear Skoda’s performance badge.
79kWh 405 143 5.4 222-269 0 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 135 8.7 48.7 133 LxWxH 4653x1882x1660 Kerb weight 2204kg
2008 5dr SUV £24,020–£41,600 AAAAC 79kWh 4S 527 155 4.0 222-274 0 2.0 TSI Evo 190 188 144 7.2 42.2 131-154 82kWh vRS 299 111 6.4 312 0
Compact crossover has most rivals licked, but class is still waiting 93kWh 472 143 5.4 259-306 0 1.4 eHybrid PHEV 201 137 7.5 235.4 26-28
for a game-changer. LxWxH 4300x1770x1550 Kerb weight 1205kg 93kWh 4S 563 155 4.0 259-306 0 2.0 TDI 150 113 124 8.9 64.2-65.7 113-115 Kodiaq 5dr SUV £34,760–£49,335 AAAAC
1.2 PureTech 100 98 115 10.9 52.0 125-127 93kWh GTS 590 155 3.7 263-304 0 Skoda’s first seven-seat SUV is a viable alternative to a traditional
1.2 PureTech 130 128 122 8.9 50.6 132 93kWh Turbo 670 155 3.2 263-305 0 Leon Estate 5dr estate £24,705–£33,525 AAAAC MPV. LxWxH 4697x1882x1676 Kerb weight 1430kg
1.2 PureTech 155 153 129 8.2 46.6 141 93kWh Turbo S 751 155 2.8 267-285 0 Good-looking and responsive hatchback-turned-estate. 1.5 TSI 150 148 123 9.3 37.2-39.2 164-172
50kWh e-2008 136 93 8.5 191-206 0 LxWxH 4549x1816x1454 Kerb weight 1236kg 2.0 TSI 190 4x4 188 132 7.8 32.1-32.5 196-200
1.5 BlueHDi 98 115 11.4 62.7 118-120 Taycan Cross Turismo 5dr estate £84,555–£143,455 AAAAB 1.0 TSI 100 108 124 11.2 49.6-51.4 126-129 2.0 vRS 242 144 6.6 32.5 198
Melds together two vehicle types, and somehow hangs together, 1.0 eTSI 108 124 11 49.6 130 2.0 TDI 150 148 123 9.8 46.3-47.9 154-161
3008 5dr SUV £32,630–£49,640 AAAAC brilliantly. LxWxH 4974x2144x1409 Kerb weight 2320kg 1.5 TSI Evo 130 128 130 9.7 49.6-51.4 125-128 2.0 TDI 150 4x4 148 120 9.6 44.8-47.9 155-165
Cleverly packaged Peugeot offers just enough SUV DNA to make 93kWh 4 472 137 5.1 242-283 0 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 135 9 47.9-48.7 132-133 2.0 TDI 200 4x4 197 131 7.8 41.5-42.5 175-178
the difference. LxWxH 4447x2098x1624 Kerb weight 1250kg 93kWh 4S 563 149 4.1 241-281 0 2.0 TSI Evo 188 145 7.4 42.2 151-152
1.2 PureTech 130 126 117 10.5-10.8 37.2 146-149 93kWh GTS 590 155 3.7 273 0 1.4 eHybrid PHEV 201 137 7.5 235.4 26-28
1.6 Hybrid 223 146 5.9 157-222 29 93kWh Turbo 670 155 3.3 245-281 0 2.0 TDI 150 113 124 9.2 64.2-65.7 114-116

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SMART GR Yaris 5dr hatch £32,205–£35,705 AAAAA Combo Life 5dr MPV £21,240–£36,545 AAABC ID 4 5dr SUV £38,845–£52,865 AAAAC
EQ Fortwo 3dr hatch/open £22,225–£25,795 AABCC Focused, exhilarating all-wheel-drive hot hatch is the most exciting Van-based people carrier is usable, spacious and practical, and Impressively refined and versatile SUV marks VW out as a maker of
Pricey, EV-only two-seater has urban appeal but is short on Toyota in ages. LxWxH 3995x1805x1455 Kerb weight 975kg now electric-only. LxWxH 4403x1841x1921 Kerb weight 1474kg fine electric cars. LxWxH 4584x1852x1640 Kerb weight 1890kg
performance. LxWxH 2695x1663x1555 Kerb weight 1085kg 1.6 AWD 253 143 5.5 na 186 1.5 Turbo D na 114 10.6-12.7 54.3-58.8 129-137 109kW 52kWh 148 99 10.9 213 0
17kWh 79 81 11.6-11.9 81-84 0 50kWh 132 84 11.7 174 0 125kW 52kWh 170 99 9.0 213 0
Corolla 5dr hatch £31,795–£35,160 AAAAC 150kW 77kWh 204 99 8.5 317 0
EQ Forfour 5dr hatch £22,295–£23,445 AABCC Rebranded hatch has rolling refinement, interior ambience and V O L K S WA G E N 220kW GTX 299 112 6.2 301 0
Four doors bring more mainstream practicality, but still hobbled by affable handling. LxWxH 4370x1790x1435 Kerb weight 1340kg Up 3dr/5dr hatch £14,630–£16,640 AAAAC
low range. LxWxH 3495x1665x1554 Kerb weight 1200kg 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid 122 111 9.2 57.6-62.8 102-112 It’s no revolution, but VW’s hallmarks are in abundance. ID 5 5dr SUV £50,710–£56,545 AAABC
17kWh 79 81 12.7 84 0 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid 180 111 7.5 53.3-57.6 111-120 LxWxH 3600x1428x1504 Kerb weight 926kg Tech-heavy, practical sloping SUV is easy to live with, but rivals are
1.0 65 64 100 15.6 54.3 119 sharper to drive. LxWxH 4599x1852x1615 Kerb weight 2167kg
#1 5dr SUV £35,950–£43,450 AAAAC Corolla Touring Sports 5dr estate £31,560–£36,875 AAAAC 150kW 77kWh 170 99 10.4 327 0
Well-executed, spacious hatchback drives nicely, but won’t set the More practical estate bodystyle proves just as capable with hybrid Polo 5dr hatch £20,070–£28,905 AAAAC 150kW 77kWh Performance 204 99 8.4 314 0
world on fire. LxWxH 4270x1822x1636 Kerb weight 1725kg power. LxWxH 4650x1790x1435 Kerb weight 1440kg A thorough going-over makes it more mature, but the Polo is still a 220kW GTX 295 112 6.3 301 0
66kWh 268 112 6.7 253 0 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid 122 111 9.2 56.5-62.8 103-113 bit boring. LxWxH 4053x1946x1461 Kerb weight 1105kg
66kWh Brabus 422 112 3.9 401 0 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid 180 1.0 80
111 7.5 53.3-56.5 112-121 78 106 15.4 51.4 125 Touareg 5dr SUV £58,070–£69,285 AAAAC
1.0 TSI 95 93 116 10.8 48.7-53.3 120-127 Hints of ritziness and sportiness don’t impinge on this functional
S S A N G YO N G Prius 5dr hatch £24,890–£35,400 AAAAC 1.0 TSI 110 108 121 9.9 53.3-54.3 118-119 luxury SUV’s appeal. LxWxH 4878x2193x1717 Kerb weight 1995kg
Korando 5dr SUV £22,190–£38,695 AAACC Better all round compared with its predecessors. Challenging 2.0 TSI GTI 204 149 6.5 39.8-41.5 155 3.0 V6 TDI 231 228 135 7.6 33.6-34.4 214-219
Competitive towing capabilities and generous kit, but still lacks looks, though. LxWxH 4540x1760x1470 Kerb weight 1375kg 3.0 V6 TDI 286 282 148 6.1 33.6-34.9 213-219
dynamics. LxWxH 4450x1870x1629 Kerb weight 1610kg 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid 120 112 10.6 58.9-67.3 94-109 Golf 5dr hatch £26,565–£44,170 AAAAB
1.5 GDi-Turbo 160 119 12.0 37.2 172 New strengths and familiar ones carry it back to the class lead, but V O LV O
1.6 D 2WD 133 112 12.0 45.2 AAAAC only marginally. LxWxH 4284x1789x1492 Kerb weight 1231kg
159-164 Prius Plug-in Hybrid 5dr hatch £32,645–£34,745 S60 4dr saloon £46,195–£56,585 AAAAC
1.6 D 4WD 133 112 Plug-in version is clever and appealing. Seems more comfortable in 1.0 TSI 110
12.0 41.5 178 108 126 10.2 53.3 121 Fresh-faced saloon now sits comfortably among the ranks of its
e-Motion 140kW 61.5kWh 187 97 its skin. LxWxH 4645x1760x1470 Kerb weight 1530kg
9.0 294 0 1.5 TSI Evo 130 128 130 9.1 51.4-53.3 121-124 German peers. LxWxH 4761x1916x1437 Kerb weight 1616kg
1.8 VVT-i Hybrid 120 101 11.1 188.3-217.3 29-35 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 139 8.9 50.4-51.4 124-128 2.0 B5P 246 112 6.7 41.5 153
Rexton 5dr SUV £38,745–£45,950 AAABC 1.4 TSI eHybrid 201 137 7.4 235.4 21-26 2.0 T8 Recharge PHEV 384 112 4.6 122.8-176.5 42
A vast improvement. Better on the road but without ditching its Yaris Cross 5dr SUV £24,855–£31,485 AAABC 1.4 TSI GTE 242 140 6.7 235.4 27-28
argicultural roots. LxWxH 4850x1960x1825 Kerb weight 2102kg A credible compact SUV, buoyed by good driving dynamics and 2.0 TSI GTI 242 155 6.4 38.2 169 V60 5dr estate £41,355–£57,635 AAAAB
2.2d 181 178 115 11.3-11.9 32.9 205-227 efficiency. LxWxH 4180x1765x1595 Kerb weight 1175kg 2.0 TSI 300 GTI 296 155 5.6 38.2 167 Spacious and comfortable, with a characterful, Scandi-cool design.
1.5 Hybrid 114 106 11.2 56.5-64.2 100-112 2.0 TSI 320 R 4Motion 296 155 4.7 36.2 177 LxWxH 4761x1916x1427 Kerb weight 1729kg
SUBARU 1.5 Hybrid AWD 114 106 11.8 55.4 115 2.0 TDI 115 113 126 10.2 67.3-68.9 107-110 2.0 B3 161 112 9.1 40.9 155
Outback 5dr estate £36,990–£45,950 AABCC 2.0 TDI 150 148 139 8.8 64.2 116-117 2.0 B4 197 112 8.0 41.5 152
Acceptable in isolation, but no class leader. C-HR 5dr SUV £34,515–£36,070 AAAAC 2.0 TDI 200 GTD 197 152 7.1 54.3 137 2.0 B5 246 112 6.8-6.9 37.7-40.4 157-170
LxWxH 4815x1840x1605 Kerb weight 1612kg Coupé-shaped crossover certainly turns heads and impresses on 2.0 B6 297 112 6.0 36.2 175
2.5i 172 130 10.2 33.0 193 the road. LxWxH 4360x1795x1565 Kerb weight 1320kg Golf Estate 5dr estate £27,935–£46,555 AAAAC 2.0 T6 Recharge PHEV 335 112 4.6 362.6 18
1.8 Hybrid 119 105 11.0 57.7-58.9 109-110 Wagon puts on a growth spurt and adopts the eighth-generation 2.0 B4D 197 112 7.6 47.0-50.4 146-156
Forester 5dr SUV £37,990–£40,990 AAACC 2.0 Hybrid 181 112 8.2 53.3-54.3 119 hatchback’s tech. LxWxH 4633x1789x1497 Kerb weight 1295kg
Solid, spacious and wilfully unsexy. A capable 4x4 nonetheless. 1.0 TSI 110 108 126 10.5 51.4 124 S90 4dr saloon £63,080–£67,830 AAAAC
LxWxH 4610x1795x1735 Kerb weight 1488kg AAABC 1.5 TSI 130
bZ4X 5dr SUV £46,110–£54,410 128 133 9.4 52.4 123 Volvo’s mid-sized exec majors on comfort, style and cruising
2.0i e-Boxer 148 117 11.8 34.7 185 Toyota’s first EV is a solid all-round effort – just don’t expect 1.5 TSI 150 148 139 8.7 49.6 128 ability. LxWxH 4963x2019x1443 Kerb weight 1665kg
fireworks. LxWxH 4690x1860x1600 Kerb weight 2000kg 2.0 TSI R 4Motion 316 155 4.9 35.8 178 2.0 T8 Recharge PHEV 384 112 5.1 na na
XV 5dr SUV £33,290–£35,290 AAACC 71.4kWh 201 99 7.5 na 0 2.0 TDI 115 113 126 10.5 64.2 114
No-nonsense crossover doesn’t quite make enough sense. 71.4kWh 215 99 6.9 na 0 2.0 TDI 150 148 139 9.1 61.4 121 V90 5dr estate £50,315–£70,780 AAAAC
LxWxH 4450x1780x1615 Kerb weight 1355kg 2.0 TDI 4Motion Alltrack 198 142 7.1 50.4 147 Luxury estate takes on the 5 Series and the E-Class. Comfy and a
2.0i e-Boxer 148 120 10.7 35.7 180 RAV4 5dr SUV £35,350–£45,755 AAACC good cruiser. LxWxH 4936x2019x1475 Kerb weight 1679kg
A solid option but ultimately outgunned by Korean competition. ID 3 5dr hatch £37,115–£47,540 AAAAC 2.0 B4P 197 112 7.9 40.9 158
Solterra 5dr SUV £49,995–£52,995 AAAAC LxWxH 4605x1845x1675 Kerb weight 1605kg A very mature electric car whose substance of engineering is 2.0 B5P 246 112 6.9 36.6-40.4 159-175
The classic Subaru traits are all carried over into the firm’s first EV. 2.5 Hybrid 194 112 8.4 50.4-51.3 126-131 central to its appeal. LxWxH 4261x1809x1568 Kerb weight 1730kg 2.0 B6P 297 112 6.4 34.4-36.2 178-184
LxWxH 4690x1860x1650 Kerb weight 2015kg 2.5 Hybrid AWD 194 112 8.1 47.9-48.7 131-134 150kW 58kWh 201 99 7.3 261 0 2.0 T6 Recharge PHEV 335 112 5.5 na na
150kW 71.4kWh 215 99 6.9 289 0 2.5 PHEV 302 112 6.0 na na 2.0 B4D 197 112 8.8 44.8-49.5 149-164
Passat Estate 5dr estate £35,395–£41,595 AAAAC
SUZUKI Land Cruiser 3dr 3dr SUV £47,880 AAABC All the Passat’s redeeming features in spacious, practical estate XC40 5dr SUV £35,895–£61,855 AAAAC
Ignis 5dr hatch £17,349–£19,349 AAAAC A proper countryside workhorse that will never let you down. form. LxWxH 4767x2083x1516 Kerb weight 1395kg Volvo’s take on the crossover aims to rival BMW, Mercedes and
Cute and rugged-looking 4x4 city car capable of tackling roads LxWxH 4335x1885x1875 Kerb weight 2010kg 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 133 8.9 44.8-45.6 144-151 Audi. LxWxH 4425x1910x1658 Kerb weight 1626kg
bereft of asphalt. LxWxH 3700x1660x1595 Kerb weight 855kg 2.8 D-4D 201 109 12.7 27.7-30.1 239-267 2.0 TDI 150 148 130-132 9.1 56.5-57.6 128-132 1.5 T4 Recharge 208 112 8.5 113-135 47-57
1.2 Dualjet 12V 83 103 12.7 52.3 110-112 1.5 T5 Recharge PHEV 258 112 7.3 117.7-141.1 45-55
1.2 Dualjet 12V Allgrip 83 103 12.8 48.6 121 Land Cruiser 5dr 5dr SUV £49,225–£64,355 AAABC Arteon 4dr saloon £40,070–£57,605 AAABC 2.0 B3P 160 112 8.6 42.7 152
Likeably simple, functional and worth considering if you need a VW’s flagship saloon is well made and luxurious but rather bland to 2.0 B4P 197 112 7.6 36.7-39.2 162-176
Swift 5dr hatch £16,599–£23,670 AAABC dual-purpose SUV. LxWxH 4840x1885x1845 Kerb weight 2135kg drive. LxWxH 4862x1871x1450 Kerb weight 1505kg 69kWh Recharge 228 99 7.4 261 0
Given mature looks, more equipment and a hybrid powertrain, but 2.8 D-4D 201 109 12.7 27.7-30.4 245-267 1.5 TSI 150 148 137 8.9 42.8-44.8 144-151 78kWh Recharge 402 112 4.9 249 0
it’s no class leader. LxWxH 3840x1735x1495 Kerb weight 890kg 2.0 TSI 190 187 149 7.9 36.2-38.2 168-178
1.2 Dualjet 83 12V 82 112 13.1 59.7 106 Highlander 5dr SUV £55,210 AAABC 2.0 TSI R 4Motion 316 155 4.9 31.0 207 C40 Recharge 5dr SUV £48,355–£62,805 AAABC
1.2 Dualjet 83 12V Allgrip 82 106 13.8 52.3 121 Seven-seater bucks the trend of large hybrid SUVs being of the 2.0 TDI 150 148 137 9.3 55.4-58.9 126-134 Kit will appeal to many but twin-motor potency isn’t a natural fit for
1.4 Boosterjet 48V Sport 129 130 9.1 50.4 125 plug-in variety. LxWxH 4966x1930x1755 Kerb weight 2050kg 2.0 TDI 200 197 147 7.9 51.4-54.3 137-145 relaxed dynamics. LxWxH 4431x1910x1582 Kerb weight 2185kg
2.5 Hybrid 244 112 8.3 39.8 159-160 2.0 TDI 200 4Motion 197 145 7.4 46.3 159 69kWh Recharge 231 99 7.4 269 0
Swace 5dr estate £28,999–£30,799 AAABC 78kWh Recharge 402 112 4.9 273 0
Rebadged Toyota Corolla Touring Sports serves as a useful addition Mirai 4dr saloon £53,995–£64,995 AAAAC Arteon Shooting Brake 5dr estate £41,385–£58,530 AAABC
to Suzuki’s line-up. LxWxH 4655x1790x1460 Kerb weight 1420kg A courageous endeavour, and one with the trappings of future Hybrid option and estate bodystyle’s extra versatility enhance the XC60 5dr SUV £47,560–£68,385 AAABC
1.8 Hybrid 120 112 11.1 64.2 99 acceptability. LxWxH 4975x1885x1470 Kerb weight 1905kg Arteon’s appeal. LxWxH 4866x1871x1450 Kerb weight 1529kg Looks like a small XC90 and carries on where the old one left off. A
Hydrogen FCV
1.5 TSI 150 148 135174 8.9 109
42.2-43.5 145-153 9.0 69.4mpkg 0 good, capable cruiser. LxWxH 4688x1999x1658 Kerb weight 1781kg
Vitara 5dr SUV £24,849–£29,799 AAABC 2.0 TSI 190 187 145 7.9 35.8-37.2 171-179 2.0 B5P 246 112 6.9 36.7-38.1 168-176
Utterly worthy addition to the class drives better than most. GR Supra 2dr coupé £50,545–£57,130 AAAAC 1.4 TSI eHybrid 218 138 7.8 217.3 31-32 2.0 T6 Recharge PHEV 335 112 5.9 282.1 23-64
LxWxH 4175x1775x1610 Kerb weight 1075kg Brings welcome muscle, fun and variety to the affordable sports 2.0 TSI R 4Motion 316 155 4.9 31.0 207 2.0 T8 Recharge PHEV 384 112 5.5 282.1 25-64
1.4 Boosterjet 48V 127 118 9.5 52.7 128 car class. LxWxH 4379x1292x1854 Kerb weight 1541kg 2.0 TDI 150 148 135 9.4 54.3-57.6 128-136 2.0 B4D 194 112 8.3 44.8-45.5 161-166
1.4 Boosterjet 48V Allgrip 127 118 10.2 45.2 140 2.0i 250 155 5.2 38.7 167 2.0 TDI 200 197 145 7.9 50.4-53.3 139-147
3.0i 335 155 4.3 34.5 188 2.0 TDI 200 4Motion 197 143 7.4 46.3 161 XC90 5dr SUV £62,140–£83,130 AAAAC
SX4 S-Cross 5dr SUV £26,099–£32,649 AAACC Clever packaging, smart styling, good to drive: Volvo’s closest thing
Latest round of updates help keep it a decent budget offering. VA U X H A L L Touran 5dr MPV £33,980–£36,535 AAAAC to a class leader. LxWxH 4950x2008x1776 Kerb weight 1961kg
LxWxH 4300x1785x1593 Kerb weight 1305kg Corsa 5dr hatch £19,085–£36,535 AAABC Dull overall, but it’s a capable MPV, well made and hugely refined. 2.0 B5P 246 112 7.7 32.4 198
1.4 Boosterjet 48V 127 121 10.2 53.2 120 Improved in many ways but lacks the appeal to match its price. EV LxWxH 4527x1829x1659 Kerb weight 1436kg 2.0 B6P 296 112 6.7 90.7 210
1.4 Boosterjet 48V Allgrip 127 118 10.2 46.3 139 is more likeable. LxWxH 4060x1765x1433 Kerb weight 1141kg 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 118 11.4 39.8-40.9 154-162 2.0 T8 Recharge PHEV 384 112 5.4 217 28-76
1.2 75 72 108 12.4 53.3 125 2.0 B5D 232 112 7.6 41.5 178
Across 5dr SUV £48,129 AAABC 1.2 100 97 121 9.3 48.7-52.3 126-134 T-Cross 5dr SUV £23,470–£31,470 AAAAB
Rebadged Toyota PHEV plunges Suzuki convincingly into several 50kWh Electric 132 93 7.6 209 0 Compact crossover delivers a classy, substantial feel on UK roads. EX90 5dr SUV £96,255–£100,555
new segments. LxWxH 4635x1855x1690 Kerb weight 1915kg LxWxH 4108x1760x1584 Kerb weight 1270kg Upcoming XC90 replacement is firm’s most expensive car and
2.5 PHEV 182 112 6.0 282.4 AAABC 1.0 TSI 95
22 Astra 5dr hatch £26,810–£41,050
93 112 11.5 47.9 132-133 longest-range EV. LxWxH 5037x2039x1747 Kerb weight na
Eye-catching, refined and polished to drive, but less practical than 1.0 TSI 110 108 117 9.9-10.4 42.8-48.7 132-149 111kW 404 112 5.9 363 0
TESLA its predecessors. LxWxH 4373x1860x1441 Kerb weight 1341kg 1.5 TSI Evo 150 147 124 8.5 46.3-47.1 136-138 111kW Performance 513 112 4.9 360 0
Model S 5dr hatch £93,480–£113,480 AAAAB 1.2 Turbo 110 108 124 10.2 54.3 119
Large range makes it not only a standout EV but also the future of 1.2 Turbo 130 128 134 9.9 54.3 119 Taigo 5dr SUV £24,260–£31,845 AAABC WELLS
luxury motoring. LxWxH 4978x1963x1445 Kerb weight 2108kg 1.6 Hybrid 178 140 9.3 201-256 24-26 Crossover-coupé-SUV-type thing fills a niche. Likeable enough. Vertige 2dr coupé £40,000 AAAAC
AWD 670 155 3.1 405 0 1.6 Hybrid GSe 178 140 7.7 na na LxWxH 4266x1757x1518 Kerb weight 1407kg Brings traditional British sports car values to an exclusive
Plaid 1020 200 2.0 396 0 1.0 TSI 95 95 114 11.1 51.4 124 audience. LxWxH 1450x1752x1142 Kerb weight 850kg
Astra Sports Tourer 5dr estate £27,510–£42,300 1.0 TSI 110 110 119 10.4 51.4-52.3 124-125 2.0 209 140 4.6 45.0 na
Model 3 4dr saloon £42,990–£57,990 AAAAC More spacious Astra wagon is as attractive as the hatchback. We 1.5 TSI 150 150 132 8.3 47.9 138
Lowest-price, biggest-volume Tesla yet arrives in the UK after have yet to drive it. LxWxH 4642x1860x1480 Kerb weight 1346kg ZE NVO
wooing the US. LxWxH 4694x1849x1443 Kerb weight 1726kg 1.2 Turbo 110 108 124 10.8 52.3-53.3 125-127 T-Roc 5dr SUV/open £27,045–£43,685 AAAAC TSR-S 2dr coupé £1,300,000 AAAAC
RWD 320 140 5.3 267 0 1.2 Turbo 130 128 130 9.9 49.6-51.4 127-133 VW’s junior SUV is beguiling and sophisticated. It drives rather well, Danish supercar employs a hammer-blow V8 and extreme
Long Range 434 145 4.2 360 0 1.6 Hybrid 178 140 9.3 201-256 24-31 too. LxWxH 4234x1992x1573 Kerb weight 1270kg aerodynamics. LxWxH 4815x2038x1198 Dry weight 1495kg
Performance 522 162 3.1 352 0 1.6 Hybrid GSe 178 140 1.0 TSI 110
7.7 108 115
na na 10.8 43.5-46.3 133-146 5.8 S/C V8 Auto 1177 202 2.8 na na
1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 127 8.4 40.9-47.9 144-158
Model Y 5dr SUV £44,990–£59,990 AAAAC Crossland 5dr SUV £22,750–£30,180 AAABC 2.0 TSI 4Motion 188 135 6.8 36.2 177-178
A compelling proposition, with respectable dynamics and a long Still only a mid-pack player in a busy crossover market, but simple 2.0 TSI R 300 4Motion 298 155 4.9 31.7 201
range. LxWxH 4751x2129x1624 Kerb weight 2072kg and easy to operate. LxWxH 4212x1765x1605 Kerb weight 1245kg 2.0 TDI 115 113 116 10.4 56.5-60.1 137-146
Long Range 434 133 5.0 315 0 1.2i 83 81 105 14.0 47.1 142 2.0 TDI 150 148 124 8.8 50.4-53.3 140-146
Performance 563 155 3.5 303 0 1.2i Turbo 110 108 117 10.6 47.1 140
1.2i Turbo 130 128 128 9.1 44.1-48.0 136-146 Tiguan 5dr SUV £30,855–£40,945 AAAAC
Model X 5dr SUV £98,480–£124,780 AAAAB An improvement on the previous model and will continue to sell by
A genuine luxury seven-seat electric SUV that also has a large Mokka 5dr SUV £24,510–£41,145 AAABC the bucketload. LxWxH 4486x1839x1654 Kerb weight 1490kg
range. LxWxH 5036x2070x1684 Kerb weight 2459kg Radically overhauled crossover now comes with the option of 1.5 TSI Evo 130 128 119 10.9 44.1-44.8 143-146
AWD 670 155 3.8 348 0 battery-electric power. LxWxH 4151x1791x1531 Kerb weight 1750kg 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 126 9.2-9.4 38.2-42.2 143-168
Plaid 1020 163 2.5 340 0 1.2 100 99 115 10.6 51.4 124 2.0 TDI 150 148 125-127 9.4 47.1-50.4 146-157
1.2 130 128 125 9.1 47.1-50.4 126-137
T OYO TA 50kWh Electric 134 93 8.7 201 0 Tiguan Allspace 5dr SUV £34,320–£46,115 AAAAC
Aygo X 3dr hatch £15,990–£20,110 AAABC Has all the Tiguan’s sensibility and refinement, now with the bonus
City car returns from SUV boot camp ready for the ultimate series Grandland 5dr SUV £29,470–£45,700 AAACC of seven seats. LxWxH 4486x1839x1654 Kerb weight 1490kg
of speed bumps. LxWxH 3700x1740x1525 Kerb weight 1360kg Does well to disguise its 3008 roots but too bland to stand out in a 1.5 TSI Evo 150 148 123 9.5-10.3 37.2-39.2 164-176
1.0 VVT-i 71 98 110 14.9 57.6 congested segment. LxWxH 4477x2098x1609 Kerb weight 1350kg 2.0 TSI 4Motion 188 132 6.2-7.7 32.5 193
1.2 Turbo 130 128 117 10.4 45.6 141-147 2.0 TDI 150 148 126 9.7 44.8-47.1 164-165
Yaris 5dr hatch £22,125–£25,085 AAABC 1.6 Hybrid 223 140 8.9 192.0-210.0 34 2.0 TDI 150 4Motion 148 123-124 9.8 41.5 177-179
Stylish interior but ultimately a scaled-down version of bigger 1.5 Turbo D 130 128 119 12.3 54.3 136 2.0 TDI 200 4Motion 197 132 7.8 40.4-41.5 176-184
Toyotas. LxWxH 3495x1695x1510 Kerb weight 1310kg
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SLIDESHOW
The most contentious
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!$ Chevrolet Corvair 1960
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 Chevrolet had got the hang of air-cooled engines by the time it brought out the Corvair. Nevertheless, this car became a
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[ poster child for automotive controversy, due to the mounting of its engine behind the rear wheels and the use of swing-axle
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 rear suspension, neither of which helped its stability. It also required unusual tyre pressures (28psi rear, 14psi front) that
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 in it was undermined by the devastatingly bad publicity, not helped by the unmasking of a GM dirty-tricks campaign against

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 him involving wire taps and prostitutes. Chevy still shifted 1.8 million of them – but GM hasn’t made a rear-engined car since.
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Holden Torana GTR XU-1 1972
The ’72 Torana causes little offence, but one
version was so controversial that it was canned
before production began. Powered by a 5.0-litre
V8 with a reputed output of around 320bhp, it
was a homologation special intended for use in
a class of Australian racing that required only
200 examples to be built. But a news article
about it and counterparts from Ford and Chrysler
triggered what became known as the Aussie
‘supercar scare’ and they were all ditched.
Cadillac Catera 1997
Having already established with the Cimarron
that reworking a European model (the Vauxhall
Cavalier) for North America wasn’t a good idea,
Cadillac tried to disprove its own point 15 years
later by introducing the Catera. This was a lightly
redesigned Vauxhall Omega and ads called it ‘the
Caddy that zigs’ – like that was going to help. Poor
sales persuaded Cadillac to abandon production
in Germany after the 2001 model year.
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GMC Syclone 1991
The latest Hummer – a 4.7-tonne yet super-quick
EV – isn’t GMC’s first controversial fast pick-up.
For a short period in the early 1990s, the Syclone
featured a turbocharged 4.3-litre V6 engine
producing 280bhp and driving all four wheels.
It was found in independent testing to be quicker
over a standing quarter mile than a Ferrari 348
TS, even though it was only slightly more than a
fifth of the price of the Italian car. Unfortunately,
though, it could carry only around 250kg.
Pontiac Aztek 2001
The Aztek was a practical mid-size SUV that in
some ways was ahead of its time, but its styling
wasn’t greeted with enthusiasm by most people.
Its corporate cousin, the Buick Rendezvous,
wasn’t exactly pretty either, but it was far less
offensive and achieved more sales in its second
worst year than the Aztek did in its best. And yet,
because of the way these things work, the Aztek
is by far the better known of the two today.
Opel Sintra / Vauxhall Sintra 1996
Unlike its closest rivals, GM Europe took the easy
route into the large MPV market in the 1990s by
simply repurposing the Chevrolet Venture and
adding more Euro-familiar badges. The result was
something that had plenty of room and lots of
equipment, which was a good start. However, the
Sintra was very heavily criticised in a Euro NCAP
crash test report (which included the word ‘fatal’
twice) and it finished 182nd out of 182 in a JD
Power customer satisfaction survey.
Opel Zafira OPC / Vauxhall Zafira VXR 2005
This hot-rod MPV featured a 236bhp 2.0-litre
turbo engine borrowed from the Astra VXR,
and although it had decent grip and brakes, its
high centre of gravity could lead to interesting
moments. There was also the question of whether
anyone would want to buy a seven-seater with
such high performance (0-62mph in 7.2sec),
although of course a few people did, helped along
by a famous ‘daddy cool’ TV ad campaign.
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