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Leapmotor C10 review
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Leapmotor C10 review

The Leapmotor C10 offers genuine value for money, but infuriating driver-assistance tech and sub-par range limit its appeal
In-depth reviews
4 Apr 2025
New 2025 Renault Austral facelift lands with Rafale-inspired styling
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New 2025 Renault Austral facelift lands with Rafale-inspired styling

Visual updates for mid-size SUV, but there’s still no fleet-friendly plug-in hybrid option
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3 Apr 2025
Volkswagen Multivan eHybrid 4Motion is an all-wheel drive PHEV seven-seater for under £55k
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Volkswagen Multivan eHybrid 4Motion is an all-wheel drive PHEV seven-seater for under £55k

New battery allows for bump in electric range for the Multivan plug-in hybrid
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2 Apr 2025
SEAT Ibiza, Arona, Leon and Ateca get sporty upgrades thanks to new Black Editions
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SEAT Ibiza, Arona, Leon and Ateca get sporty upgrades thanks to new Black Editions

This could be the final change ahead of updates to Ibiza and Arona later this year
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1 Apr 2025
New vs used family SUVs: Hyundai Tucson or Volvo XC90?
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New vs used family SUVs: Hyundai Tucson or Volvo XC90?

Family SUVs are massively popular, but which one is the very best buy?
Car group tests
25 Mar 2025
Jaecoo 7 vs Skoda Kamiq: SUV newcomer takes on a family favourite
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Jaecoo 7 vs Skoda Kamiq: SUV newcomer takes on a family favourite

The Jaecoo 7 is the latest Chinese car to arrive in the UK. The brand hopes its extra space will appeal to buyers of smaller SUVs, such as the Skoda K…
Car group tests
15 Mar 2025
Big spring car sale 2025: top offers on new cars for order and immediate delivery
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Big spring car sale 2025: top offers on new cars for order and immediate delivery

These popular new car models have huge savings on their recommended retail prices in our big spring sale event
Features
14 Mar 2025
Big new Skoda 7-seat SUV on track to sit above the Kodiaq from 2026
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Big new Skoda 7-seat SUV on track to sit above the Kodiaq from 2026

The large electric family SUV will be bigger than the award-winning Skoda Kodiaq, and it'll be the next model to adopt the brand’s new Modern Solid st…
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13 Mar 2025
Nissan Qashqai vs Peugeot 3008 vs Hyundai Tucson: which used SUV is king of the school run?
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Nissan Qashqai vs Peugeot 3008 vs Hyundai Tucson: which used SUV is king of the school run?

The original Nissan Qashqai was a revolution, and it continues to get better, but does it also make a top used family SUV? We test it against the Peug…
Car group tests
9 Mar 2025
New Volvo EX60 partly unveiled in clay model form
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New Volvo EX60 partly unveiled in clay model form

It’s the first time Volvo has given us a look at its upcoming electric XC60 alternative
News
7 Mar 2025
Used Vauxhall Astra (Mk8, 2022-date) buyer’s guide: popular hatch is more tempting than ever
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Used Vauxhall Astra (Mk8, 2022-date) buyer’s guide: popular hatch is more tempting than ever

A full used buyer’s guide on the Vauxhall Astra, covering the Astra Mk8 that’s been on sale since 2022
Used car tests
7 Mar 2025
Best cars with 3 ISOFIX child seat points 2026
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Best cars with 3 ISOFIX child seat points 2026

Big, young families with lots of car seats need cars with three ISOFIX points and these are the best current options…
Best cars & vans
5 Mar 2025
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KGM Tivoli review
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KGM Tivoli review

The KGM Tivoli feels robust and comes with lots of equipment – but it’s thirsty, slow, and not particularly refined
In-depth reviews
4 Mar 2025
Kia EV6 vs Skoda Enyaq Coupe: which svelte electric family car is the best buy?
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Kia EV6 vs Skoda Enyaq Coupe: which svelte electric family car is the best buy?

Who said SUVs have to be high, wide and boxy? The facelifted Kia EV6 and Skoda Enyaq Coupé blend traditional cues with a trendy, low roof approach
Car group tests
1 Mar 2025
Porsche Panamera review
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Porsche Panamera review

Effortless cruiser proves equally at home in town and on twisty country roads
In-depth reviews
28 Feb 2025
New BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 2025 review: updates offer only minor improvements
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New BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe 2025 review: updates offer only minor improvements

The BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe has been handed a hefty overhaul, but many of its shortcomings remain
Road tests
25 Feb 2025
KGM Torres review
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KGM Torres review

The KGM Torres is a spacious and well equipped family SUV, but it desperately needs a more efficient engine
In-depth reviews
25 Feb 2025
Three-car garage: V8 Jaguar F-Type, MINI Electric and Skoda Yeti for less than an entry-level BMW 5 Series
3-car garage for £50,000

Three-car garage: V8 Jaguar F-Type, MINI Electric and Skoda Yeti for less than an entry-level BMW 5 Series

We’ve created a diverse three-car garage from Auto Express used-car classifieds, all for around £50,000
Features
25 Feb 2025
Volkswagen ID. Buzz Style long-term test: a likeable but imperfect MPV
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Volkswagen ID. Buzz Style long-term test: a likeable but imperfect MPV

Final report: there was much to like about the big EV, despite some glaring flaws
Long-term tests
21 Feb 2025
Top 10 best fast family cars 2026
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Top 10 best fast family cars 2026

Having a family shouldn't limit you to a boring hatchback or people carrier - here's our top 10 fast family cars
Best cars & vans
18 Feb 2025
New Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Line 2025 review: upgrades elevate popular EV even further
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New Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Line 2025 review: upgrades elevate popular EV even further

The Hyundai Ioniq 5 N Line adds a series of sporty touches that increase its appeal
Road tests
14 Feb 2025
New 2025 Kia EV4 teased ahead of imminent reveal
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New 2025 Kia EV4 teased ahead of imminent reveal

Kia is aiming directly at Tesla with its ultra-modern all-electric saloon and future hatchback models
News
13 Feb 2025
Subaru Forester targets Nissan Qashqai with £38,995 starting price
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Subaru Forester targets Nissan Qashqai with £38,995 starting price

Subaru’s family-friendly off-roader has returned for 2025 with a new model
News
12 Feb 2025
New BMW iX1 and iX2 Shadow Editions bid for the small SUV spotlight
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New BMW iX1 and iX2 Shadow Editions bid for the small SUV spotlight

A top-spec Shadow Edition trim has been added to BMW’s smallest electric SUVs, with extra kit and racier styling
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6 Feb 2025
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Volvo XC40 alternatives: New and used substitutes for the stylish Swedish SUV
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Volvo XC40 alternatives: New and used substitutes for the stylish Swedish SUV

The Volvo XC40 is a superb family SUV, but what if you want something different? We’ve come up with six great new and used alternative choices
Best cars & vans
1 Feb 2025
Car Deal Alert! DS 4 Pallas 55 special edition arrives with 0% finance offer
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Car Deal Alert! DS 4 Pallas 55 special edition arrives with 0% finance offer

DS Automobiles launches a pair of models celebrating 70 years of the classic Citroen DS, with special trim and compelling finance offers
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29 Jan 2025
Citroen C4 review
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Citroen C4 review

The comfortable Citroen C4 undercuts many of its established family car rivals, making it hard to overlook
In-depth reviews
24 Jan 2025
MINI Countryman SE ALL4 JCW long-term test: groovy SUV is tarnished by troublesome tech
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MINI Countryman SE ALL4 JCW long-term test: groovy SUV is tarnished by troublesome tech

Final report: we’ll miss our small electric SUV, despite the occasional sat-nav wobbles
Long-term tests
22 Jan 2025
Citroen C5 Aircross (2019-2025) review
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Citroen C5 Aircross (2019-2025) review

The C5 Aircross offers unique looks and typical Citroen comfort, but that’s about it
In-depth reviews
13 Jan 2025
Volkswagen Tiguan vs BYD Seal U: can this new arrival beat a firm favourite?
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Volkswagen Tiguan vs BYD Seal U: can this new arrival beat a firm favourite?

BYD is known for its EVs, but how does its first plug-in hybrid to be launched in the UK, the Seal U, stack up against VW’s Tiguan?
Car group tests
8 Jan 2025
Best cars for tall people 2026
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Best cars for tall people 2026

Are you a taller driver or one who regularly ferries tall passengers around? Here are our top 10 cars for taller people
Best cars & vans
7 Jan 2025
Honda 0 Series gets final teaser ahead of Las Vegas reveal
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Honda 0 Series gets final teaser ahead of Las Vegas reveal

Two all-electric prototype 0 Series cars will be on Honda’s display at CES 2025
News
6 Jan 2025
Best seven-seat hybrid cars 2026
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Best seven-seat hybrid cars 2026

Families typically need a big car with low running costs – and the best seven-seat hybrids fit the bill
Best cars & vans
6 Jan 2025
New Leapmotor C10 SUV gains 590-mile range-extender to leave rivals trailing
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New Leapmotor C10 SUV gains 590-mile range-extender to leave rivals trailing

The C10 REEV is designed to drive just like an electric car, but thanks to a 1.5-litre petrol engine, it offers more than double the range of the stan…
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2 Jan 2025
Kia Sportage alternatives: cars you could buy instead of this family favourite
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Kia Sportage alternatives: cars you could buy instead of this family favourite

Kia’s multi-award winning SUV is the apple of plenty of families’ eyes, but it might not be for everyone. We’ve searched high and low to find some tal…
Best cars & vans
21 Dec 2024
Skywell BE11 review
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Skywell BE11 review

The Skywell BE11 holds price and practicality amongst its merits, but lags behind its rivals in too many key areas
In-depth reviews
19 Dec 2024
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