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New Dacia Sandero spotted for the first time: fresh look for Europe’s best-selling car
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New Dacia Sandero spotted for the first time: fresh look for Europe’s best-selling car

The humble supermini’s makeover is inspired by the Dacia Spring EV, plus Duster and Bigster SUV
News
11 Mar 2025
Cutting-edge Rivian software to power Volkswagen ID.1 city car and future models
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Cutting-edge Rivian software to power Volkswagen ID.1 city car and future models

Volkswagen ID.Every1 previews ID.1 production car that will feature new-age software architecture from Rivian
News
7 Mar 2025
GWM Ora 03 (2022-2026) review
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GWM Ora 03 (2022-2026) review

Cute retro looks and lots of safety kit help the GWM Ora 03 stand out from rival electric vehicles
In-depth reviews
28 Feb 2025
Three-car garage: V8 Jaguar F-Type, MINI Electric and Skoda Yeti for less than an entry-level BMW 5 Series
3-car garage for £50,000

Three-car garage: V8 Jaguar F-Type, MINI Electric and Skoda Yeti for less than an entry-level BMW 5 Series

We’ve created a diverse three-car garage from Auto Express used-car classifieds, all for around £50,000
Features
25 Feb 2025
MG3 and MG ZS get pure-petrol power and even lower prices
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MG3 and MG ZS get pure-petrol power and even lower prices

Entry-level MGs trade the hybrids’ performance and economy for a lower price point
News
20 Feb 2025
Car Deal Alert! Honda Jazz ‘Grand Sale’ brings big discount and low-rate finance
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Car Deal Alert! Honda Jazz ‘Grand Sale’ brings big discount and low-rate finance

Honda introduces a UK-wide finance campaign for its practical Jazz supermini, including £1,000 deposit contribution
News
6 Feb 2025
Citroen Ami gains new retro appeal thanks to ‘Type-Ami’ Caselani conversion
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Citroen Ami gains new retro appeal thanks to ‘Type-Ami’ Caselani conversion

The tiny electric quadricycle gets a history lesson courtesy of Italian company
News
4 Feb 2025
New GWM Ora 03 GT 2025 review: sporty EV supermini isn't as cheap as we'd hope
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New GWM Ora 03 GT 2025 review: sporty EV supermini isn't as cheap as we'd hope

The flagship GWM Ora 03 GT has been given a sporty new look and more equipment, but the changes are purely cosmetic
Road tests
31 Jan 2025
GWM Ora 3 picks up £6,000 price cut, plus new flagship GT model
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GWM Ora 3 picks up £6,000 price cut, plus new flagship GT model

Quirky EV hatchback is now significantly less expensive, starting from £24,995
News
21 Jan 2025
New Alpine A290 hot hatch available to order now: all-electric MINI JCW rival starts from £33,500
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New Alpine A290 hot hatch available to order now: all-electric MINI JCW rival starts from £33,500

The stylish French hot hatch produces up to 217bhp, features Brembo brakes, bespoke Michelin tyres and a tuned chassis
News
21 Jan 2025
Dacia Sandero reclaims the title of Europe’s best-selling car
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Dacia Sandero reclaims the title of Europe’s best-selling car

The Sandero’s popularity continues to grow, as more than 300,000 were sold last year alone
News
16 Jan 2025
Slowest cars on sale now
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Slowest cars on sale now

Sometimes it’s good to sit back and enjoy the journey, and the cars on our list of the slowest-accelerating new models give you plenty of time for tha…
Best cars & vans
18 Dec 2024
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Volkswagen ID.2all Concept: future VW ID.Polo promises big things and low prices
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Volkswagen ID.2all Concept: future VW ID.Polo promises big things and low prices

Future ID.Polo will mark a new start for the brand and be its second go at creating an affordable EV
News
26 Nov 2024
MINI Cooper Convertible review
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MINI Cooper Convertible review

Fun to drive with a funky interior that’s perfectly practical for a weekend away, the MINI Cooper Convertible is a brilliant little soft-top
In-depth reviews
19 Nov 2024
Ford Fiesta vs SEAT Ibiza: a used budget supermini dance-off
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Ford Fiesta vs SEAT Ibiza: a used budget supermini dance-off

Which is the better used supermini, an entry-level Ford Fiesta or a SEAT Ibiza?
Car group tests
7 Nov 2024
Dacia in talks with Ampere over next-generation EVs
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Dacia in talks with Ampere over next-generation EVs

Renault Group’s electric sub brand could provide EV technology for Dacia
News
1 Nov 2024
Best fun cars: The most entertaining picks from £3,000 to brand new
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Best fun cars: The most entertaining picks from £3,000 to brand new

These fun cars can put a smile on your face, as well as get you from A to B
Best cars & vans
31 Oct 2024
Toyota Aygo X JBL city car goes big on audio
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Toyota Aygo X JBL city car goes big on audio

JBL has developed a powerful new sound system specifically for the Aygo X
News
28 Oct 2024
Vauxhall Corsa GS long-term test: long trips highlight supermini's comforts
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Vauxhall Corsa GS long-term test: long trips highlight supermini's comforts

Final report: big-selling supermini has been a hit over the past six months
Long-term tests
23 Oct 2024
Petrol-powered MINI JCW hatchback and Cabriolet revealed with 228bhp
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Petrol-powered MINI JCW hatchback and Cabriolet revealed with 228bhp

The latest MINI John Cooper Works performance models join electric sibling in the brand's ever-growing line-up
News
22 Oct 2024
Punchy 254bhp MINI John Cooper Works Electric charges in
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Punchy 254bhp MINI John Cooper Works Electric charges in

MINI finally reveals a spicy electric variant of the iconic John Cooper Works hatch
News
14 Oct 2024
Stylish new MINI Cooper Convertible is out in the open
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Stylish new MINI Cooper Convertible is out in the open

The new MINI Cooper Convertible features a classy new cabin and smart design
News
8 Oct 2024
Skoda Fabia, Scala and Kamiq to remain on sale until 2030
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Skoda Fabia, Scala and Kamiq to remain on sale until 2030

Czech brand confirms that three of its most popular models will continue to be sold until the end of the decade
News
4 Oct 2024
Vauxhall Corsa Electric and Astra Electric receive big price cuts
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Vauxhall Corsa Electric and Astra Electric receive big price cuts

Get up to £4,695 off the Vauxhall Corsa Electric and Astra Electric, plus customers can get 50,000 free Tesco Clubcard points and a free home wallbox …
News
3 Oct 2024
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Best cheap small cars: great used superminis and city cars from £5,000
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Best cheap small cars: great used superminis and city cars from £5,000

We run through the best cheap small cars you can find on the market
Best cars & vans
2 Oct 2024
Renault Clio E-Tech long-term test: stylish supermini is frugal with fuel
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Renault Clio E-Tech long-term test: stylish supermini is frugal with fuel

Final report: did we overcome our fears about downsizing to a supermini?
Long-term tests
16 Sep 2024
Skoda Fabia, Kamiq and Scala to offer more kit and better value with new Edition specs
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Skoda Fabia, Kamiq and Scala to offer more kit and better value with new Edition specs

Skoda is introducing new ‘Edition’ trims with more equipment for all three models, which will be available to order from 19 September
News
12 Sep 2024
BYD Dolphin Design long-term test: compact EV is a near-perfect family runaround
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BYD Dolphin Design long-term test: compact EV is a near-perfect family runaround

Final report: How did the small BY Dolphin electric hatch cope with family life?
Long-term tests
6 Sep 2024
New BYD Dolphin Active review: base model is simply too expensive
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New BYD Dolphin Active review: base model is simply too expensive

The new entry-level BYD Dolphin Active struggles to compete with the Citroen e-C3 when it comes to price
Road tests
4 Sep 2024
New entry-level BYD Dolphin starts from £26,195: the MG4 had better watch out
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New entry-level BYD Dolphin starts from £26,195: the MG4 had better watch out

The electric supermini also manages to undercut the most basic edition of the Vauxhall Corsa Electric
News
2 Sep 2024
Out with the old: long-serving Fiat 500 and Panda laid to rest
Fiat 500 Hybrid - front cornering

Out with the old: long-serving Fiat 500 and Panda laid to rest

Production has finished for the Abarth 595 and 695 hot hatches as well
News
21 Aug 2024
MINI Cooper E vs Peugeot E-208: electric cars clash for supermini supremacy
MINI Cooper E and Peugeot E-208 - front tracking

MINI Cooper E vs Peugeot E-208: electric cars clash for supermini supremacy

The new MINI Cooper E takes on the updated Peugeot E-208 in an electric supermini clash
Car group tests
10 Aug 2024
New Lancia Ypsilon 2024 review: quirky supermini has plenty of potential
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New Lancia Ypsilon 2024 review: quirky supermini has plenty of potential

The Lancia Ypsilon will take on supermini rivals such as the Vauxhall Corsa and Peugeot 208 if it comes to the UK
Road tests
26 Jul 2024
The Dacia Sandero is Europe’s best selling car, so far 
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The Dacia Sandero is Europe’s best selling car, so far 

Global demand for the Romanian supermini has grown alongside its huge popularity in Europe
News
18 Jul 2024
Vauxhall Corsa vs Skoda Fabia: we find the superior supermini
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Vauxhall Corsa vs Skoda Fabia: we find the superior supermini

Cars such as the Corsa and Fabia give you supermini strengths without the sacrifices you once had to make. But which is best?
Car group tests
6 Jul 2024
Car of the Year 2024: Citroen e-C3
Citroen e-C3 - Car of the Year 2024

Car of the Year 2024: Citroen e-C3

The new all-electric Citroen e-C3 is the Auto Express Car of the Year for 2024
Awards
3 Jul 2024
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