In-depth reviews

Sensational Italian supercar nearly does it all - and wraps that considerable talent in a fantastic-looking body. A modern-day masterpiece

The Kia is fantastic value and a massive step forward from the car it replaces, making it a serious contender in the compact MPV sector.

Huge, both inside and out, the Terracan is the working man's new 4x4 favourite.

Inspired by the seven-seat Zafira, Vauxhall's Meriva takes flexible rear seating for five to a different sector.

Fiat obviously thought the French were onto a good thing with their van-based family cars; the Renault Kangoo, Citroen Berlingo and Peugeot Partner

Review of Vauxhall's premium estate car

We like the Murano's image, practicality and car-like handling.

The Subaru was a disappointment. The cabin and 3.0-litre engine showed promise, it's let down by economy, transmission and body control.

With an unbeatable diesel range and other engineering upgrades, the Avensis is good to drive, but falls short of its competitors.

It may be fast and have a superb engine, but the BMW Z4 M Coupe isn't a winner.

The S-Type is outdated but is great to drive, easy to get on with and makes a decent case for itself financially.

Kia might not immediately spring to mind when it comes to looking for a 4x4, but with the Sorento the Korean firm hopes to repeat the success it's had…

Chevrolet Tacuma (2005-2008) review

As impressive as sales were for the old ML in the last few years of its life it was seriously outclassed by its newer rivals.

Citroen C8 MPV (2003-2007) review

Mitsubishi's good-looking MPV is appealing, thanks to good looks, performance, handling and competitive pricing.

Toyota is a fine effort and a tribute to the company's engineers. Yet the hybrid isn't sophisticated enough to beat the best diesel hatches

Ssangyong Kyron (2006-2010) review

Any version guarantees an intense, racecar-like driving experience in a way no other road car can. That's what makes it so brilliant.

The Polo GTI looks similar to the Golf GTI, but doesn't match its bigger brother's superb ride and handling.

The V50 is the 'sports estate' sister car to the S40 saloon range, competing head-on with the Audi A4 Avant, BMW 3 Series Touring and Jaguar X-Type es…

The Saab 9-3 saloon is good value but is feeling its age.

The Picanto is great value and competent.

With sleek styling and punchy engines, the Kia Pro_Cee'd is a sporty but affordable choice