car reviews

No slouch and an impressive plug-in hybrid, but it won’t put a smile on your face like the GTI

More than half of the W223 S-Class has been updated and refined for 2026. But it's not perfect…

The Raval is the first MEB+ supermini – with the ID. Polo and Skoda Equip to come – and it has a defined Cupra character…

The 7 might just be Omoda’s best car yet. It’s not perfect, but the price will worry mainstream manufacturers

Unmemorable to anyone interested in cars, but it's spacious inside and gets lots of wow-factor kit... plus, this latest version is less rubbish than before

The 408 looks fit for the catwalk, but more importantly doesn’t forgo substance in the name of style

The Ibiza is a likeable supermini... but it feels a little dated and struggles to stand out alongside its sibling rivals

There’s nothing overtly terrible about the Jaecoo E5… but there’s nothing compelling either. You’ll buy it with your wallet not your heart

With its eye-catching design, interesting cabin, and useful hybrid powertrains, the 308 SW makes a compelling case for itself

A very competent electric hatchback, but not quite hot hatch levels of fun... unless it’s the VZ one

Dacia’s focused relentlessly on building the best value seven-seater – everything else is a bonus

Do you know someone who owns a Jaecoo 5? Offer them a hot beverage and a consoling hug. There, there

There's nothing quite like it and it drives superbly. But there are roomier and lairier alternatives out there

Little for a car enthusiast here. But to a switcher to EVs, or to Chinese brands, the package is reassuring

It shouldn’t make any sense. But drive it for a couple of days and you realise being sensible is for other vehicles. The Hummer is about fun

Early doors for a big tech upgrade, but Polestar has made an already likeable EV neater to drive and simpler to charge

The Arona is a decent enough small crossover, but a very minor facelift means it’s starting to feel a little tired

The Ford e-Transit is a joy to spend time in. One of the best electric vans of the current breed

Another likely hit from one of the leading EV exponents. Beneath the distinctive design, it pleases rather than entertains

A smart looking little supermini that’s as likeable to drive as it no doubt is to live with

Swaggering family lux-bus drives appropriately. One of the passengers will need a comfort break long before it needs a recharge