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Land Rover Discovery Sport review
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Land Rover Discovery Sport review

Updates have kept the ageing Discovery Sport feeling reasonably fresh, and it still offers unique levels of go-anywhere performance in the class
In-depth reviews
15 Jun 2026
Long-term test: Audi A5 Saloon e-hybrid S line quattro S-tronic
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Long-term test: Audi A5 Saloon e-hybrid S line quattro S-tronic

PHEV saloon A5 takes over from our diesel estate model
Long-term tests
14 Jun 2026
Dacia Sandero Stepway vs Fiat Grande Panda: cheap 'n' rugged small cars do battle
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Dacia Sandero Stepway vs Fiat Grande Panda: cheap 'n' rugged small cars do battle

Hybrid version of Fiat’s Grande Panda takes on Dacia’s SUV-styled Sandero Stepway in our budget small car test
Car group tests
13 Jun 2026
Peugeot 208 review
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Peugeot 208 review

The Peugeot 208 has eye-catching looks and a well finished interior, but rivals are more practical
In-depth reviews
11 Jun 2026
Honda CR-V review
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Honda CR-V review

Roomy, well-equipped and stuffed with safety technology, the Honda CR-V is a fine choice for families, albeit a pricey one
In-depth reviews
11 Jun 2026
New BYD Dolphin G 2026 review: PHEV power helps mask its flaws
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New BYD Dolphin G 2026 review: PHEV power helps mask its flaws

Chinese manufacturer BYD’s ultra-rapid product expansion continues into the supermini segment with the plug-in-hybrid Dolphin G DM-i
Road tests
11 Jun 2026
Honda HR-V review
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Honda HR-V review

Honda HR-V is a practical and refined SUV, although it’s expensive and faces strong competition
In-depth reviews
9 Jun 2026
New Changan Deepal S05 PHEV takes fight to Kia with 62-mile EV range and 254bhp
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New Changan Deepal S05 PHEV takes fight to Kia with 62-mile EV range and 254bhp

Chinese brand Changan is now looking to make an impact in the plug-in hybrid SUV class
News
9 Jun 2026
Volkswagen Caddy van gets more car-like than ever with Golf’s huge screen
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Volkswagen Caddy van gets more car-like than ever with Golf’s huge screen

VW has finally given us a glimpse at the facelifted Caddy’s new interior, including bigger displays and new trim
News
9 Jun 2026
New Fiat 500 Hybrid's tiny price makes it one of UK's cheapest cars
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New Fiat 500 Hybrid's tiny price makes it one of UK's cheapest cars

Prices for the new petrol-powered Fiat 500 have been revealed, with UK cars due this summer
News
8 Jun 2026
Forget Bugatti, Chery's Tiggo 4 is a car I didn't want to give back
Opinion - Chery Tiggo 4

Forget Bugatti, Chery's Tiggo 4 is a car I didn't want to give back

Forget Bugatti, Mike Rutherford is seriously impressed with Chery's Tiggo 4
Opinion
7 Jun 2026
I went to China and was left stunned by all the car brands that could still hit the UK
Shane Chinese car opinion

I went to China and was left stunned by all the car brands that could still hit the UK

Senior content editor Shane Wilkinson explains why getting to grips with China’s car brands is an exceptionally daunting task
Opinion
6 Jun 2026
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Car Deal of the Day: a touch of luxury with the Lexus RX for £477 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: a touch of luxury with the Lexus RX for £477 a month

The RX is Lexus’s halo SUV, but you wouldn’t think so at this price. It’s our Deal of the Day for 5 June.
News
5 Jun 2026
Fiat Grande Panda review
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Fiat Grande Panda review

Fiat’s alternative to the Renault 5 has the substance to match its style
In-depth reviews
5 Jun 2026
Kia Seltos review
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Kia Seltos review

The new Kia Seltos will be a welcome addition to the brand's UK line-up, offering plenty of space and distinctive looks
In-depth reviews
5 Jun 2026
Nissan’s plan to build Chery’s Chinese cars in Sunderland
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Nissan’s plan to build Chery’s Chinese cars in Sunderland

Nissan could start building Chery and potentially even Jaecoo and Omoda cars from 2027
News
5 Jun 2026
BMW X3 review
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BMW X3 review

The latest BMW X3 is a firm Auto Express favourite in the premium compact SUV class
In-depth reviews
4 Jun 2026
BYD Atto 2 DM-i 2026 review: clever PHEV is super-cheap but feels it
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BYD Atto 2 DM-i 2026 review: clever PHEV is super-cheap but feels it

The new BYD Atto 2 DM-i is a plug-in hybrid SUV that covers all the basics, but rivals are better to drive
Road tests
4 Jun 2026
New Fiat Grizzly: fresh info on Grande Panda’s bigger brother
Fiat Grizzly and Grizzly Fastback

New Fiat Grizzly: fresh info on Grande Panda’s bigger brother

Fiat says the Grizzly SUV will offer “best in class” boot space when it arrives later in 2026
News
3 Jun 2026
Citroen C3 review
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Citroen C3 review

Citroen C3 is a comfortable, spacious small car that offers great value for money
In-depth reviews
3 Jun 2026
New Bentley Flying Spur arrives with fresh face and a 671bhp ‘S’ model for 2026
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New Bentley Flying Spur arrives with fresh face and a 671bhp ‘S’ model for 2026

The new Flying Spur S version is “aimed squarely at the performance-focused driver” 
News
2 Jun 2026
Honda Civic review
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Honda Civic review

Tweaks for the latest Honda Civic hatchback make for an even stronger package
In-depth reviews
2 Jun 2026
Honda Jazz review
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Honda Jazz review

The Honda Jazz is a practical, efficient and generously equipped hybrid supermini, though it’s pricier than rivals
In-depth reviews
1 Jun 2026
Three-car garage: Audi S3, Jaguar I-Pace and Volvo S80 for less than £50k
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Three-car garage: Audi S3, Jaguar I-Pace and Volvo S80 for less than £50k

These three cars all suit different needs but have one thing in common - amazing acceleration
Features
30 May 2026
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New BYD Ti7 2026 review: a serious Land Rover Defender attacker
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New BYD Ti7 2026 review: a serious Land Rover Defender attacker

BYD’s British onslaught continues, and this time it’s taking on a national treasure
Road tests
29 May 2026
New KGM Actyon Hybrid 2026 review: electric assistance boosts SUV’s appeal
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New KGM Actyon Hybrid 2026 review: electric assistance boosts SUV’s appeal

The latest KGM Actyon had a difficult start thanks to its thirsty petrol engine, but this new hybrid hopes to turn things around
Road tests
28 May 2026
Long-term test: BMW X3 30e xDrive M Sport
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Long-term test: BMW X3 30e xDrive M Sport

Final report: Just before it left our test fleet, the plug-in hybrid X3 met up with the new Neue Klasse iX3 to see how BMW’s ICE model shapes up again…
Long-term tests
27 May 2026
New Lancia Gamma revealed: icon returns as a rebadged Peugeot 3008
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New Lancia Gamma revealed: icon returns as a rebadged Peugeot 3008

Lancia has revived the name from its unconventional executive coupe, and there’s going to be a hot HF variant, too
News
27 May 2026
MG3 review
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MG3 review

We’ve found the MG3 to be a talented and competitively priced supermini, making it a strong contender against its rivals
In-depth reviews
26 May 2026
Stellantis’s new €60bn FaSTLAne plan: What's happening with all those brands?
Stellantis future plan with Day Filosa CEO

Stellantis’s new €60bn FaSTLAne plan: What's happening with all those brands?

Europe gets electric city cars and new crossovers, America gets V8 Rams, and Stellantis gets closer to JLR and the Chinese
News
22 May 2026
Best Chinese cars 2026
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Best Chinese cars 2026

The Chinese have arrived in force on the UK car market and these are the current best of the breed
Best cars & vans
22 May 2026
Volkswagen T-Roc Hybrid ride review: brand's first full-hybrid could have giant impact
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Volkswagen T-Roc Hybrid ride review: brand's first full-hybrid could have giant impact

We get a taste of VW’s first full-hybrid system, coming to the Golf and T-Roc later this year
Road tests
21 May 2026
Plan to track plug-in hybrid cars to make pay-per-mile tax fairer
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Plan to track plug-in hybrid cars to make pay-per-mile tax fairer

The pay-per-mile eVED system is set to come into force in April 2028, charging EV and PHEV drivers on top of the standard road tax rate
News
21 May 2026
Long-term test: Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus
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Long-term test: Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus

Final report: our plug-in hybrid SUV had a distinctly split personality
Long-term tests
20 May 2026
BMW X3 vs Honda CR-V vs VW Tayron vs MG HS vs Range Rover Sport: five top PHEVs head to head
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BMW X3 vs Honda CR-V vs VW Tayron vs MG HS vs Range Rover Sport: five top PHEVs head to head

The five top plug-in hybrid systems go head-to-head on UK roads, in the test no PHEV buyer can do without
Car group tests
17 May 2026
New Peugeot 408 facelift UK prices and specifications revealed
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New Peugeot 408 facelift UK prices and specifications revealed

Head-turning fastback is priced from £31,995, and the electric e-408 is only £700 more.
News
15 May 2026
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