car reviews

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

A very competitive posh crossover, but it fumbles some of Audi's traditional strengths

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

There are few crossovers as car-like to drive, but the lack of hybrid options might count against it

It's comfy, it drives well, it's got performance *and* eco options... There's really not much to criticise

A car that used to be purely sensible now lets some style into the mix. Not perfect, but wholeheartedly good value for money

A refreshing niche that ain’t a crossover, but not as sporty as billed

Citroen's little crossover has a very useful cabin, and it's more individual than many of its ilk. Pity it's not as comfy as billed

It's a BMW 5 Series: very refined, great to drive and features loads of tech

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

It’s a seductive car, the A5 Cabriolet, and while more dynamically accomplished than its predecessor, it’s still more of a grand touring boulevardier rather than a B-road hustler

One of the best luxury cars money can buy: this really is a bit of an all-round superstar

Superb design and refinement cloak a nondescript driving experience. Again

If sheer refinement is what matters to you in a luxury car, this is the new champion. The EQS fuses Merc’s old school lux with new-age propulsion

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

Perhaps the most sensible and straight-laced SUV on sale. Which might just be exactly what you're looking for

Looks good, lowers the heart rate and comes with some reasonably cost-effective engines. A winning combination, slightly fussy facelift details aside

The posh cabriolet market isn't huge. Perhaps the E-Class's utter dominance is to blame

Sportier Sportback does well to not compromise on practicality, but you’ll pay a premium for odd looks

Time to blow the dust off the 'all the car you'd ever need or want' cliche... The big E has all bases covered.