car reviews

If you’re a die-hard early adopter, get yourself a Nexo. Transitioning from petrol and merely looking for something a bit more eco? A conventional EV, hybrid or PHEV remain the best options for the majority of drivers

The best DB11 so far. Loses little to the V8 Coupé in refinement, better to drive than the V12, and a feast for all the senses

BMW X1 review: by going transverse-engined the X1 has become technically less distinctive, but more useful in the real world.

Citroen has made the C4 Cactus more mainstream, yet conversely it's become a more niche choice in the process

Audi’s four-frameless-doored ‘coupe’ is back, with A8 limo tech. It’s an ultra-refined, if soulless, tech express

Merc's first proper attempt at a pick-up. It's better than most, but nothing revolutionary.

Ford EcoSport review: better-looking, better-equipped and better to drive than before

The Subaru XV is better than many of its competitors off-road, but is let down by its engine and gearbox

Great chassis, great interior but so-so powertrain – the Subaru Impreza remains an oddball

The best 21st Century MG yet. Other faint praise is available...

A seven-seat, Discovery-sized 4x4 with proper locking differentials, selectable all-wheel drive, and ultra-utilitarian body-on-frame construction. This is a 4x4 of the old school.

Nothing in life is perfect but the Phantom gets close. An imperious, impeccably engineered automotive experience.

BMW's big hatch prioritises people space over the boot, and that's how it's different from a Touring.

A8 sits at the top of the many-branched Audi tree. Has all the tech your A4 probably will in five years' time

Takes the fight to the Ford Galaxy with sliding doors and an accommodating cabin.

AMG's mid-life tweaks to the GT supercar make it a very compelling choice.

Proof that Jaguar can build a Premier League sports car. Doesn't pip the 911, but gets close

It’s fun, it's a little silly, but makes sort of sense when you drive it.

Facelift X-Trail is softer and more sophisticated, but still more agricultural than class best

It really does feel like the 570S Spider has a nice little niche going on as the best-value versus theatre mid-engined Spider.

Keep the spec simple and you have a roomy, good value car. Renault's second go at a Koleos is a big step on