In-depth reviews

Still charming us Brits, the Mustang makes for an impressive piece of American muscle, but without the judgement associated with flashier brands

The XF’s impressive chassis is now joined by a plush new interior and slick tech, but powertrains remain a significant weakness 

Now in its fourth generation, the Mercedes A-class is unrecognisable from the car that kicked things off two decades ago.

The Civic Type R is one of the most alluring performance cars on sale regardless of price

A divisive, but ultimately fascinating sports car that has its flaws, but fights back with charisma

Accomplished, but not entertaining, Mini’s core model now feels old and a bit awkward. The next-gen car can’t come quickly enough

The Nissan GT-R purveys a legendary status like few others. Bespoke, highly strung and intense, the R35 will live on as a high point in Japanese autom…

It’s a little rough around the edges, but no other performance SUV provides so much joy and engagement

Aston Martin’s smallest model isn’t as polished or broadly talented as a Porsche 911, but has its own very distinct appeal

The RS6 is truly now an all-round package – practical, comfortable, fast, and fun

The current Renault Mégane RS might only just be clinging to life, but in recently updated form it’s a better all-round hot hatch than ever

Topped by the magnificent GT4 RS, has the Porsche Cayman ever been more desirable?

Topped by the magnificent GT4 RS, has the Porsche Cayman ever been more desirable?

Refreshed, but not reformed, France’s little sports car continues to shine in its own distinctive way

The BMW M5 is now only available in Competition trim in the UK, but this is no bad thing as it remains a finer-honed version of the standard M5

With its flawed execution there’s still some way to go for the G70, but it’s a fresh take on a classic recipe and on the right track

The F-Pace has always looked and driven better than most of its rivals. Now it has the interior and tech to match, too

Charismatic, challenging, distinctive and above all fun to drive – the LC500 is a triumph that shows up more expensive and extroverted rivals

The Taycan steers better, accelerates harder and is built better than the competition, but its weight ultimately undoes its claim as a sports car

The new Mercedes-AMG E63 S isn’t just a German four-door muscle car – it’s exciting, edgy and captivating too

It’s bigger and heavier than before, and is now auto-only. So can it copy the new M4’s trick of still being fun to drive? You bet it can

The Audi A3 is now perilously close to losing its premium status in a competitive hatchback market

Standard or Performance, coupe or Spyder – the current R8 is a quality, exciting and thoroughly involving supercar

Undercooked and irritating in equal measure, the Mk8 Golf R’s execution is found wanting, and it’s a loss for the class

The modern Range Rover continues to define the luxury SUV just as its ancestors did, and despite strong rivals is still something special

Can the Tesla Model 3 really be a willing alternative to a typical executive car? It makes a great go at it, but there are compromises.

Updated i30 N’s small tweaks yield big results, making this the hot hatch of the moment

Concrete evidence that long-standing engineering garners excellent results. The C-class has never been better

Blessed with an excellent, involving chassis, but feeble engine and poor tyres prevent the BRZ from achieving greatness

The four-pots are disappointing, but with a six in the middle this is about as good as cars get

The four-pots are disappointing, but with a six in the middle this is about as good as cars get

Recently updated, the Porsche Macan is still the class champion and unlike most rivals a genuinely captivating drive

The A45 proves Mercedes-AMG has found the formula for not just a fast hot hatchback, but a genuinely involving one

A class stalwart, maybe, but the Fiesta ST drives with real enthusiasm, engagement and sophistication