In-depth reviews

The MINI is charming, but has an ugly and cumbersome roof design.

The Mondeo estate adds a vast load bay to the many qualities of the hatch.

The new Bravo is a real revolution. It’s Fiat’s best offering for a long time.

The Cooper has unique charm, low running costs – and is a hoot to drive.

The Audi RS4 makes every journey enjoyable and its performance is mind-blowing

While huge, the Vectra estate can’t match the talents of its key rivals.

The facelifted Ford brings an even higher quality to the market.

With bags of character, the 350Z is still one of our favourite coupes.

The i is clever and funky, but its steep list price counts against it.

The latest C-Class is very able, but the final polish is missing

Audi can rest easy - we can happily declare the TT as the best coupe in its price bracket

The Spider's style and character make it a worthy contender, though it is flawed

Nissan has produced a very attractive alternative in the family hatch arena.

The latest X5 remains a fine car, with a welcome increase in practicality.

The Hyundai promises much but fails to deliver. It’s not a well-rounded car.

The 1-Series has plenty of real-world appeal, despite high prices.

The MINI Cooper D is smooth, frugal, but not sporting enough.

The new Defender is the best yet. Great over any terrain, the on-road driving experience is more refined and great new interior revisions

Oh dear, Ford. The Focus CC comes across as a half-hearted effort that falls short in looks.

Great to drive, top up or down, the 3-Series is roomy, well built and has a brilliant roof.

Hot hatch fans shouldn’t ignore the Cupra. It has great acceleration and grip.

The SRX is has a high-quality cabin and is adept on twisty roads and motorways.

Subtle updates have really helped keep the entry-level Boxster Mk2 at the top of its game for a decade

There's more to the SLK than its clever roof - it's fast, well designed and is a relaxed cruiser. However, it doesn't relish hard driving.

The drop-top TT is beautifully designed and a great car to own. With a grippy chassis and superb cabin, It's our class leader

The Honda is well equipped, but its anonymous styling, limited practicality and disappointing engine and gearbox count against it.

The RC has a clear advantage over the standard MX-5, particularly in the winter months. The electric folding hard-top makes the MX-5 a more mature and…

The 3 Series Coupe has all the ingredients to remain the UK's biggest and best-selling coupe.

The 911 Turbo is an incredible piece of technology, yet is as easy to live with as any other Porsche

Mazda has done a great job with the MX-5. It is modern yet instantly recognisable, with an improved ride yet still great handling.

Expensive yet worth every penny, the Golf feels more upmarket and desirable than any rival. Comfort is a particular strong point.

The Cee'd is a fine all-rounder. It's easy to see potential family hatch buyers being tempted by the package on offer

The Touran looks dull and won't fire up enthusiasts, but it's a fine family car. It's versatile and the strong cabin can handle anything.

Audi’s first supercar is a masterpiece – stunning to look at, wonderful to own

The Civic Type R is not only better to drive than the old car, but out paces its rivals, too.

Hardcore fan shouldn't dismiss the Cooper S as a town car. It is a superb entertainer and a great investment.