car reviews

MG gives the previously dull-but-useful MG5 a thorough upgrade inside and out. Reveals a decent, relatively cheap, unfussy pure electric estate

Mini's crossover still sits in the family-size heartland, but there are more interesting options now available

One of the automotive woodland's great oaks. Stronger, crispier and all-roundier than ever before

Vastly improved cabin and well-mannered hybrid set-up are impressive, but the Civic might struggle to stand out in a crowded market

It's refined, as good to drive as any small SUV and decently made and equipped

Success in a hatch isn't just about the drive. The Focus has the rest of the bases well covered too

Spain’s strongest attempt to out-Golf the Golf yet. A stylish, well-equipped and cheaper version of its German cousin

The C-HR handles well, looks quirky and makes a tank of fuel go a long way, but small families will quickly outgrow it

Big, quiet, interesting looking saloon with attractive pricing. But it’s nowhere near as satisfying to drive as the cars it competes against

The Honda Civic brings some welcome colour to a sensible part of the market. Not perfect, but very interesting

Lexus presents a hybrid alternative to the standard premium-crossover fare

Still feels like the odd one out in the BMW family. Roomy and well-appointed, but doesn’t drive well enough or offer clever solutions for family motoring

Tangibly more practical and interesting than a 308, this is SUVs done properly

Second generation A1 is the cheapest way into Audi ownership. Rivals have it licked on driving manners, though

Nothing in the BMW range - nor any rival factory - stretches a band across the three legs of drivability, style and practicality like the 4 Series Gran Coupe

The electric 500 convertible is compromised, but that won't diminish its appeal to fans

Practical, comfortable and premium. A fantastic large estate from Skoda

A true Nineties hero. And one that’s just as much fun to drive now as the day it was born

An enormously well-rounded true four-seat cabrio… but open cars are all about style. Does this have the right kind?

A coupe-ified SUV that isn't massively less practical than the car on which it's based. But you still want the SUV

The most convincing DS. Tried all the German best-sellers? Here’s a thoughtful alternative