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New Vauxhall Astra GSE Line is all show and not much go… yet
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New Vauxhall Astra GSE Line is all show and not much go… yet

New GSE Line trim gives the Astra hot hatch looks, but top 280bhp version isn’t due until later in 2027
News
17 Sep 2026
Land Rover Defender review
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Land Rover Defender review

Land Rover’s reborn Defender has been a sales hit since it arrived, and subtle revisions haven’t done this 4x4 any harm at all
In-depth reviews
16 Sep 2026
New full-electric Jeep Compass 4xe and plug-in hybrid confirmed for the UK
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New full-electric Jeep Compass 4xe and plug-in hybrid confirmed for the UK

Prices and specifications have been confirmed for Compass Electric 4xe, plus new PHEV model
News
15 Sep 2026
Audi Q5 review
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Audi Q5 review

The Audi Q5 builds on a proven formula with strong comfort, tech and all-round polish
In-depth reviews
15 Sep 2026
New Volvo XC60 PHEV boasts a whopping 124 miles of EV range
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New Volvo XC60 PHEV boasts a whopping 124 miles of EV range

The Volvo XC90 also gets the new plug-in hybrid powertrain, with the large SUV capable of 99 miles of pure electric range
News
15 Sep 2026
Audi A6 Avant review
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Audi A6 Avant review

Sleek looking A6 Avant estate is comfortable and packed with tech, but boot space isn’t as good as it once was
In-depth reviews
14 Sep 2026
Mercedes GLC review
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Mercedes GLC review

The Mercedes GLC provides a variety of plug-in hybrid power and some decent tech, but isn’t the best to drive
In-depth reviews
14 Sep 2026
Leapmotor to build cars in Europe soon, but the UK won’t get them
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Leapmotor to build cars in Europe soon, but the UK won’t get them

Leapmotor needs to build cars in Europe to avoid tariffs on Chinese made cars, and is even considering buying a factory in Spain
News
14 Sep 2026
Car Deal of the Day: Posh and practical Audi A5 Avant can be yours for less than you think
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Car Deal of the Day: Posh and practical Audi A5 Avant can be yours for less than you think

Audi’s exceptional upmarket estate car is a steal at just over £284 a month. It’s our Deal of the Day for 13 September
News
13 Sep 2026
Hyundai Tucson vs Toyota RAV4 vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Family PHEV elite fight it out
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Hyundai Tucson vs Toyota RAV4 vs Mitsubishi Outlander: Family PHEV elite fight it out

Plug-in hybrid SUVs offer the best of both words for dependable, efficient family motoring. Can Toyota’s latest RAV4 claim glory over its Mitsubishi a…
Car group tests
5 Sep 2026
Car Deal of the Day: MGS9 is frugal and family-friendly at £237 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: MGS9 is frugal and family-friendly at £237 a month

Space and style are on offer with the MGS9. It’s our Deal of the Day for 3 September.
News
3 Sep 2026
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New BMW 5 Series Touring spotted as 2027 facelift is prepared for launch
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New BMW 5 Series Touring spotted as 2027 facelift is prepared for launch

Latest spy pictures reveal major design overhaul for exec favourite, with new cabin and fresh EV tech on the way, too
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3 Sep 2026
Mitsubishi Shogun returns with modern style, but old-school toughness
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Mitsubishi Shogun returns with modern style, but old-school toughness

The Mitsubishi Shogun is back, but it’s far more than just a workhorse this time around
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2 Sep 2026
Car Deal of the Day: BYD Seal U is a spacious plug-in hybrid SUV for £236 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: BYD Seal U is a spacious plug-in hybrid SUV for £236 a month

The Seal U is one of BYD’s more popular models, and it’s our Deal of the Day for 1 September
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1 Sep 2026
Most economical cars 2026
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Most economical cars 2026

Do you value fuel economy above everything else? Here’s a definitive list of some of the most economical cars currently on sale in the UK
Best cars & vans
31 Aug 2026
Car Deal of the Day: BYD Seal 6 Touring offers loads for a little £215 per month
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Car Deal of the Day: BYD Seal 6 Touring offers loads for a little £215 per month

The Seal 6 Touring is a spacious, premium-feeling estate that’s appealingly affordable right now. It’s our Deal of the Day for 30 August
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30 Aug 2026
New Lepas L8 2026 review: big on space and value, short on polish
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New Lepas L8 2026 review: big on space and value, short on polish

The L8 is spacious, well equipped and keenly priced, but it’s not as good to drive as its rivals
Road tests
26 Aug 2026
Mercedes E-Class Estate review
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Mercedes E-Class Estate review

The E-Class Estate is big on comfort and tech, but it’s no longer a leader in the space race
In-depth reviews
26 Aug 2026
Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen Multivan MPV offers tons of space for a tiny £303 per month
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Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen Multivan MPV offers tons of space for a tiny £303 per month

VW’s family-friendly, seven-seater is exceptional value at £303 a month. It’s our Deal of the Day for 23 August
News
23 Aug 2026
Kia Sorento review
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Kia Sorento review

The Kia Sorento is a top-class family SUV with plenty of kit and space, it's just not the cheapest seven-seater
In-depth reviews
20 Aug 2026
Volkswagen Tayron review
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Volkswagen Tayron review

The Volkswagen Tayron takes the Tiguan’s best bits and mixes them with added practicality. We think it’s a solid, if unoriginal, family car
In-depth reviews
19 Aug 2026
Bentley Continental GT review
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Bentley Continental GT review

Bentley’s Continental GT is a smash hit in any of its forms; whether you’re after luxury or sports, few combine it as well as this
In-depth reviews
19 Aug 2026
Cupra Leon review
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Cupra Leon review

Cupra Leon is an eccentric and capable hatchback with impressive powertrains and plenty of appeal
In-depth reviews
18 Aug 2026
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Denza Z9GT review
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Denza Z9GT review

As a first foray into the UK market the Z9GT turns heads for its performance and EV stats, but it doesn’t have the polished appeal of similarly expens…
In-depth reviews
18 Aug 2026
Long-term test: Toyota Prius Excel
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Long-term test: Toyota Prius Excel

Final report: Shock as enthusiast falls for super-frugal hybrid hatchback
Long-term tests
17 Aug 2026
Car Deal of the Day: VW Passat Black Edition PHEV for £255 a month offers style on a shoestring
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Car Deal of the Day: VW Passat Black Edition PHEV for £255 a month offers style on a shoestring

The VW Passat is a perennial favourite for families, and at this price is our Deal of the Day for 14 August.
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14 Aug 2026
Toyota Prius review
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Toyota Prius review

Toyota Prius is a stylish hybrid with sharper looks and a more enjoyable driving experience than ever
In-depth reviews
13 Aug 2026
New Vauxhall Astra PHEV 2026 facelift review: full EV is the better car
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New Vauxhall Astra PHEV 2026 facelift review: full EV is the better car

The updated Vauxhall Astra has arrived in the UK, and we try it out in plug-in hybrid form
Road tests
11 Aug 2026
Omoda 9 review
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Omoda 9 review

The Omoda 9 promises premium SUV features and comfort at mainstream prices - but can it deliver?
In-depth reviews
10 Aug 2026
New Mercedes GLE facelift undercuts the Audi Q7 and keeps diesel power
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New Mercedes GLE facelift undercuts the Audi Q7 and keeps diesel power

More screens and stars for Mercedes popular large SUV
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5 Aug 2026
Audi A3 review
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Audi A3 review

The Audi A3 is a tempting premium hatchback choice with a great range of engines and an improved interior
In-depth reviews
3 Aug 2026
Skoda Kodiaq review
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Skoda Kodiaq review

The Skoda Kodiaq is a roomy SUV that offers plenty of ‘simply clever’ touches and up to seven seats
In-depth reviews
3 Aug 2026
Dacia Duster and Dacia Bigster Hybrid 150 4x4: step-up from 2WD costs just £1k more
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Dacia Duster and Dacia Bigster Hybrid 150 4x4: step-up from 2WD costs just £1k more

All-wheel drive hybrid power extends the appeal of the popular Dacia Duster and Dacia Bigster even further
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3 Aug 2026
New BYD Ti7 offers PHEV power for £25k less than a Land Rover Defender
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New BYD Ti7 offers PHEV power for £25k less than a Land Rover Defender

High-end seven-seat SUV is available to order now, with UK deliveries starting in January 2027
News
31 Jul 2026
BMW 5 Series review
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BMW 5 Series review

The BMW 5 Series goes large on technology and electrification, but the keen dynamics of the previous model remain
In-depth reviews
29 Jul 2026