Road tests

The latest Audi RS Q8 is an incredibly fast SUV but it struggles to hide its hefty weight

The Renault Rafale's new plug-in hybrid powertrain adds desirability, but it's still a flawed SUV that doesn't match up to its premium rivals

The first ever Dacia Duster Hybrid is a hit from behind the wheel, but better options exist in the small SUV’s range

The Nissan X-Trail N-Trek e-Power suits regular off roaders, but under normal conditions there are better options found elsewhere within the range

The Audi RS 3 renews hostilities with the Mercedes-AMG A 45, but this time it might just have the edge

The new Audi S5 is a rapid and comfortable cruiser, but lacks engagement when the roads get twisty

The latest Porsche Panamera GTS might fly in the face of the brand’s electrified future, but it’s a terrific performer

The E5 is a convincing debut from this new arrival

The hottest front-wheel-drive Golf has sharpened up its act in facelifted Mk8.5 form, and it was pretty sharp to begin with

Few cars can accelerate like the new Taycan Turbo S, but only a select few will be able to afford it

The Lexus RZ 300e has one motor less than the more powerful RZ 450e, but gets some big boosts in efficiency as a result of

Big EV is a posh new arrival from the London black cab builder

The updated Audi RS e-tron GT promises plenty of fun from behind the wheel

The new Volkswagen ID.3 GTX is an impressive fast family car, but is let down by a lack of excitement from behind the wheel

The new entry-level BYD Dolphin Active struggles to compete with the Citroen e-C3 when it comes to price

The Grecale Folgore brings some proper Italian style to the electric SUV market, but it fails to outshine the competition

The Kia Sorento diesel might not be the most powerful, efficient or fashionable option in the range but it still makes some sense, especially as a tow…

Skoda has finally brought plug-in hybrid power to the Kodiaq, but this comes at the cost of practicality

The Ford Puma SUV gets a subtle new look and better in-car tech as part of a 2024 facelift

VW’s ID.7 flagship takes big steps forward in terms of ride and handling, but at a cost

N Line trim brings more kit and some sporty design tweaks to Hyundai’s sensible small SUV, but it isn’t any sharper to drive

Mercedes has done a remarkable job of fitting its plug-in hybrid powertrain into the SL, while retaining a pretty polished drive

The CLE 53 is a refined and comfortable coupe, but it doesn’t really deliver the performance magic that its AMG badge suggests

New hybrid powertrain opens up Peugeot’s stylish mid-size SUV to even more buyers, but it isn’t exactly flawless

The new Volkswagen California camper hasn't necessarily changed for the better, but it's still a tough act to beat

The all-electric BMW i7 eDrive50 loses the front-mounted motor of its xDrive siblings, but remains rapid, quiet and refined

Skoda’s focus on evolution, rather than revolution, makes it the best Superb yet

The new Tourneo Courier is the smallest MPV in Ford's line-up and is more fun to drive than its looks suggest

The all-new Mercedes E-Class executive saloon piles on the tech to take on the BMW 5 Series and Audi A6

A boost in power and an improved driving position help elevate the hot Toyota GR Yaris to new heights