car reviews

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

An eminently sensible spaceship. AI-infused with monster range and dazzling efficiency, but not exactly fizzing with excitement

The MX-5 dishes out open-air fun at entirely legal speeds and costs peanuts to run. What more could you want?

The e-3008 isn’t a revolution, but the design and interior have both improved over the old petrol car. Pity it’s not more spacious

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

Bigger than most rivals, this is a really useful and comfy car. Those in the driver's seat will be pretty happy too

Not without niggles, but it's cheap enough that buyers might take a punt anyway

Fancy a slice of sensible Skoda-ness but put off by the Enyaq’s size? The Elroq is for you

Skoda’s facelifted electric family SUV is better than ever. Smartened looks add to relentless competence

A coupe that'll warm the hearts of traditionalists, but it's a little too closely aligned to the bigger 4 Series Coupe

The R4 has a sense of fun in both its looks and its driving, and feels premium. This is a very, very good value car

Efficient and interesting to look at, but the Yaris is one for the practical head rather than emotional heart

Exciting looks clothe typical Toyota cleanliness and worthiness. Still a bit bland though

Kia proves that forward-thinking needn’t be wacky and that sensible needn’t be boring

Volvo's baby SUV does a decent job of being slightly different but entirely acceptable

The Alfa Junior is a lot of fun in Veloce form… just know the range means you’ll be having that fun briefly

The Mini Cooper is a great little car, overflowing with personality. This one just happens to be electric

Citroen's hatch isn't like all the rest and plays big on comfort. Plus, it's not quite a crossover

The Karoq might be slightly dull, but it's eager to please and will slot seamlessly into your life

Latest generation of VW’s best-selling model plays things with a straight bat. Not a thriller, but nor is it designed to be

For a car built to venture off the beaten track, the latest Forester sticks to familiar territory: comfy, spacious and dependable