car reviews

The Karoq might have lost its predecessor’s personality, but on every other front it’s a better car than the one it replaces

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

Hardcore normcore. If JK Rowling was writing Harry Potter today, it's probably what the Dursleys would drive

Want a Mazda 3? Too lazy to slow down for speed bumps? Then we've got the perfect car for you...

Latest CR-V remains a sensible buy in the sector, but there are more exciting options out there

Clever engines and an upmarket cabin make the Mazda 3 a superb family hatch contender

Fresh design inside and out, with quality execution, lots of tech and more competent dynamics

VW’s coupe-crossover competitor will win some fans for its sportier looks, but otherwise it’s easily forgettable

The Euro-spec fifth-gen Sportage strikes a neat balance between practicality and style. Like the looks? You'll be a fan

A supremely desirable, futuristic supermini with a powertrain for everyone. Just beware the firm ride

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

BMW may have made the switch to front-wheel drive, but the 1 Series doesn’t suffer (too much) because of it

Buy it for the looks and lifestyle, then put up with the flaws. Likeable, but irrational

Honda's new HR-V is a decent all-round package with some thoughtful touches

Y’know the latest Clio, yeah? Like that. But bigger. Roomier. And more expensive

Another worthy crossover. Comfy, roomy, but not especially interesting

Not the most compelling hatch, but as a car for real family life, it could be brilliant

Jaguar’s little crossover is broadly competitive but loses out overall to Volvo's XC40

Skoda might just have turned things on its head. You’d now recommend an Octavia over the Golf or Leon

Does most of the everyday stuff nicely while looking like a bulldog wearing a crash helmet