Reviews

Before Vauxhall benefits from Peugeot’s latest know-how, the Insignia soldiers to remind us of a time we have probably all forgotten

An all round improvement compared to the previous version, especially under the bonnet, but the Discovery’s place within the range isn’t as defined as…

The most convincing example yet of an electric SUV, undone by the usual range compromise

Lambo's sci-fi hybrid system works well, but the Sian is still a proper warts-and-all V12 Lamborghini

Wild in price, performance and styling, the Black Series GT has proved its qualities at the Ring, and based on our first taste of it on track it’s a v…

Frugal yes, but fiery? Not really. VW’s Golf GTD is a refined, comfortable and desirable daily, but doesn’t offer many thrills

A strong combination of full-size Range Rover elements in a more attainable package, but objectively it’s no class-leader

Does Toyota’s new four-cylinder Supra have the edge on its heavier, more expensive six-cylinder sibling?

It feels genuinely fast, and there are plentiful signs that its dynamics are very impressive, but until we drive a GTI Clubsport with DCC and 19-inch …

An attractive SUV that drives well and now has an ace interior, but suffers from an ill-suited powertrain in P400 form

The promise of adding rear-drive thrills to the Taycan’s already formidable dynamic repertoire falls rather flat in reality

The new Renault Megane RS shines in its lesser trim, with a fluidity and poise that makes for a fantastic road-biased hot hatchback

The engine dominates what is a captivating and distinctive performance car awash with character.

More than just an X5 XL, the X7 adds luxury, a little more space and a satisfying driving experience

The supersized luxury SUV is well built and has a fantastic powertrain, but isn’t quite the S-class in the sky Mercedes might want you to believe it i…

Merc’s first bespoke BEV feels fast-tracked and undercooked

Skoda’s 242bhp plug-in hybrid Octavia vRS estate might further its appeal for some, but its inherited mass leaves little vRS left in what is an otherw…

A manual gearbox brings welcome additional driver involvement to the 992, but it’s not without its drawbacks

BMW M's biggest and most expensive coupe has Aston Martin in its sights, but does the M8 pull it off?

The Focus RS impresses with strong performance and great handling

The Trophy R is arguably the most focused, and extreme hot hatch ever made, albeit at a eye-wateringly high price.

A desirable balance of performance and control, beautifully built and charismatic. One of BMW’s best

There are one or two reasons to buy a Fabia, but also several why you shouldn’t

Its looks may suggest otherwise, but this latest Atom is all‑new – and a huge leap forward, too

The Golf R turned from a flat-footed heavyweight to a dynamic and spritely hot hatchback. It’s brilliant, but not the best hot Golf of its generation …

The BMW 4-series has never been more capable, but it’s come at the cost of charisma

Certainly not a sensible Defender, but one that appeals on a different set of metrics

Trades some dynamic ability and excitement for comfort - unless you opt for the AMG C63

Cupra’s hybrid hot hatch isn’t really sure what it wants to be – wait for the regular Cupra instead

evo 240 saw the BMW M4 Competition Pack meet the Audi RS5 and Mercedes-AMG C63 in an evo Supertest

See the M4 pitted against an M5 then a Porsche 911 Carrera

Mazda’s lesser-powered MX-5 is a lesson in feel and rear-wheel drive dynamics but lacks the hardware to be as entertaining as its more powerful siblin…

It’s clear the Type R has had a positive effect on the standard Civic’s handling, but a mini Type R this is not