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Used Hyundai i10 (Mk2, 2014-2019) review
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Used Hyundai i10 (Mk2, 2014-2019) review

A brilliant combination of space, refinement and low running costs make the i10 and brilliantly capable and desirable small car choice
Used car tests
4 Jan 2022
New Kia Picanto Shadow edition on sale from £13,845
Kia picanto shadow edition

New Kia Picanto Shadow edition on sale from £13,845

The Shadow edition adds more equipment and exclusive design touches to Kia’s Picanto city car
News
15 Dec 2021
'It’s heartening to see Toyota try something different with the Aygo X'
Opinion Toyota Aygo X

'It’s heartening to see Toyota try something different with the Aygo X'

John McIlroy thinks we should celebrate cars like the Toyota Aygo X, while firms can still afford to make them
Opinion
10 Nov 2021
Kia celebrates 30th anniversary in Britain
Kia 30th anniversary

Kia celebrates 30th anniversary in Britain

Kia has changed a lot in the past 30 years, going from budget car brand to becoming a rival to some established premium brands - how have they done it…
Features
25 Oct 2021
New special-edition Fiat (500)RED priced from £16,435
Fiat (500)RED - front

New special-edition Fiat (500)RED priced from £16,435

New special-edition Fiat 500 trim has been created in collaboration with international AIDS charity, with prices starting from £16,435
News
14 Oct 2021
Convertible Fiat 500X Dolcevita confirmed for UK market
Fiat 500X Dolcevita - rear

Convertible Fiat 500X Dolcevita confirmed for UK market

The open-top version of the Fiat 500X crossover has a roof that can open in 15 seconds flat
News
17 Sep 2021
'The death of cheap cars will be a travesty for personal mobility'
Opinion cheap cars

'The death of cheap cars will be a travesty for personal mobility'

Our appetite for small, cheap cars is as strong as ever - although Mike Rutherford warns they may no longer be profitable
Opinion
12 Sep 2021
New Fiat 500 Action 2021 review
Fiat 500 Action - front

New Fiat 500 Action 2021 review

The new all-electric Fiat 500 Action is only available with a smaller 24kWh battery, but is significantly cheaper than the 42kWh model
Road tests
24 Aug 2021
Used Kia Picanto review
Used Kia Picanto Mk3 - front

Used Kia Picanto review

A full used buyer’s guide on the Kia Picanto covering the Picanto Mk3 (2017-date)
Used car tests
20 Aug 2021
Hyundai Group to launch new pure-electric city car in 2023
Kia teaser

Hyundai Group to launch new pure-electric city car in 2023

City-car sized EV could launch under Hyundai, Kia or Ioniq brand and will likely be a mini SUV
News
17 Aug 2021
Citroen Ami: long-term test
Citroen Ami long termer - main

Citroen Ami: long-term test

The Fowler family puts the funky all-electric Citroen Ami to the test
Long-term tests
20 Jul 2021
City Car of the Year 2021: Fiat 500
Fiat 500 - header

City Car of the Year 2021: Fiat 500

The Fiat 500 is the 2021 Auto Express City Car of the Year, with the Hyundai i10 and Volkswagen up! commended
Awards
7 Jul 2021
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SEAT Mii electric: long-term test review
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SEAT Mii electric: long-term test review

Final report: we bid a fond farewell to the SEAT Mii electric city car
Long-term tests
3 Jun 2021
New Fiat 500 2021 review
Fiat 500 - front

New Fiat 500 2021 review

The electric supermini segment is getting increasingly competitive, so where does the new Fiat 500 fit in?
Road tests
20 May 2021
New Fiat 500 Hey Google special editions revealed
Fiat 500 Google - front

New Fiat 500 Hey Google special editions revealed

Fiat’s 500 range now supports Google’s voice command system, and the firm has launched a trio of special edition models to celebrate
News
31 Mar 2021
New Fiat 500 owners rewarded with cryptocurrency for efficient driving
Fiat 500 cryptocurrency

New Fiat 500 owners rewarded with cryptocurrency for efficient driving

Drivers of the new Fiat 500 will receive KiriCoin cryptocurrency by perfecting their sustainable driving style
News
16 Mar 2021
Used Renault Twingo review
Used Renault Twingo - front

Used Renault Twingo review

A full used buyer’s guide on the Renault Twingo covering the Twingo Mk3 (2014-date)
Used car tests
24 Jan 2021
SEAT Mii Electric review
SEAT Mii electric

SEAT Mii Electric review

The SEAT Mii Electric is a great city car option if you're looking for low running costs, superb comfort and good levels of equipment
In-depth reviews
7 Jan 2021
Used Suzuki Celerio review
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Used Suzuki Celerio review

A full used buyers guide on the Suzuki Celerio covering the Celerio Mk1 (2015-2019)
Used car tests
16 Nov 2020
City Car of the Year 2020: Volkswagen up!

City Car of the Year 2020: Volkswagen up!

The Volkswagen up! is the 2020 Auto Express City Car of the Year, with the Hyundai i10 and SEAT Mii Electric commended
News
13 Oct 2020
New 2020 Kia Picanto: UK prices and specifications revealed
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New 2020 Kia Picanto: UK prices and specifications revealed

Facelifted Kia Picanto city car comes with sharp new look and updated standard equipment
News
1 Oct 2020
New Hyundai i10 N Line 2020 review
Hyundai i10 N Line

New Hyundai i10 N Line 2020 review

A slightly livelier, slightly sportier version on the excellent Hyundai i10 city car makes lots of sense...
Road tests
15 Jul 2020
Peugeot 108 updated with fresh paint and new trim

Peugeot 108 updated with fresh paint and new trim

Peugeot has given its entry-level 108 city car minor update, introducing a tweaked colour palette and a subtly revised interior
News
9 Jul 2020
New Toyota Aygo JBL Edition launched

New Toyota Aygo JBL Edition launched

Toyota has kitted out it’s dinky city car with an enormous stereo system, which features a subwoofer in place of the standard model’s spare wheel
News
8 Jul 2020
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“The time is right for cars like Citroen Ami in the UK”

“The time is right for cars like Citroen Ami in the UK”

Editor-in-chief Steve Fowler thinks the time is right for cars such as the Citroen Ami and other urban runabouts to come to the UK
Opinion
6 May 2020
Peugeot 108 safe from axe and could go all-electric

Peugeot 108 safe from axe and could go all-electric

Peugeot boss reveals the 108 will stay in the brand's line-up, while also hinting there’s interest in larger cars sitting above the 508
News
3 Mar 2020
Renault Fluence Z.E. (2011-2013) review
Renault Fluence Z.E. front tracking

Renault Fluence Z.E. (2011-2013) review

The all-electric Fluence Z.E. delivers relaxed zero-emissions driving at a sensible price
In-depth reviews
5 May 2012
Renault Fluence Z.E.
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Renault Fluence Z.E.

We try the Renault Fluence - a more affordable EV alternative to the Nissan Leaf
Road tests
10 Feb 2012
Renault Fluence Z.E.
Renault Fluence ZE front

Renault Fluence Z.E.

All-electric Renault Fluence Z.E. is the first zero-emissions saloon – but is it any good?
Road tests
19 Oct 2011
Renault ZOE
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Renault ZOE

We take an exclusive first drive in Renault's stunning Paris concept to get a glimpse of the firm's electric future.
Road tests
20 Feb 2011
Renault Fluence Z.E
Renault Fluence Z.E

Renault Fluence Z.E

Fully electric four-door saloon promises practicality and zero emissions, but does it deliver?
Road tests
9 Jun 2010
Renault Zoe
Renault Zoe

Renault Zoe

Stunning supermini concept points the way to a Clio-sized electric car
Road tests
30 Oct 2009
Renault Fluence
Renault Fluence

Renault Fluence

Zero emission family saloon offers 100 mile range and relaxed driving experience
Road tests
30 Oct 2009
Renault's electric stars
Renault electric concepts

Renault's electric stars

Auto Express tests Renault's revolutionary electric car line-up
Road tests
30 Oct 2009
Renault Z.E.
Renault Z.E.

Renault Z.E.

Electric-powered eco-mobile is not as crazy as it looks – and here's why...
Road tests
22 Dec 2008