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We give Vauxhall’s most powerful VXR8 a smoky send-off at Goodwood

The VXR8 GTS-R will be the last V8-engined Vauxhall, so we felt it was necessarily to give it a fitting goodbye

3 July 2017

We give Vauxhall’s most powerful VXR8 a smoky send-off at Goodwood

Mini Clubman long term

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Mini Clubman long-term test review: 1500-mile round trip

The "go-kart sporty feel" of the Clubman sometimes has its downfalls

9 June 2017

Mini Clubman long-term test review: 1500-mile round trip

First Drive

Suzuki Swift 1.2 Dualjet SHVS Allgrip SZ5 2017 first drive

The new Swift is an impressive machine, but the combination of a naturally aspirated 1.2-litre engine and Allgrip four-wheel drive system fails to play to its o

16 May 2017

Suzuki Swift 1.2 Dualjet SHVS Allgrip SZ5 2017 first drive

First Drive

Skoda Karoq 2017 prototype first drive

The Yeti has morphed into the Karoq for its second generation, and this early drive reveals a solid, practical small SUV that could challenge the class best

28 April 2017

Skoda Karoq 2017 prototype first drive

Mini Countryman JCW

First Drive

Mini Countryman John Cooper Works 2017 first drive

Mini Countryman JCW gets four-wheel drive as standard and an extra 39bhp over the Cooper S – but the end result hardly justifies the premium

12 April 2017

Mini Countryman John Cooper Works 2017 first drive

Mercedes E300 Coupe AMG Line

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Mercedes-Benz E 300 Coupe AMG Line 2017 first drive

Our UK drive of Mercedes' new E 300 Coupé reveals that its turbocharged four-cylinder is a strong performer, but it’s not the engine we’d choose

31 March 2017

Mercedes-Benz E 300 Coupe AMG Line 2017 first drive

Honda Civic EX 1.0 Turbo

First Drive

Honda Civic EX 1.0 Turbo 2017 first drive

Our UK drive of the new Honda Civic reveals that it's an impressively well-rounded family hatchback

27 March 2017

Honda Civic EX 1.0 Turbo 2017 first drive

Audi RS3 Saloon

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Audi RS3 Saloon 2017 first drive

Audi’s blistering RS3 gets a raft of changes for 2017. More power, a reworked chassis and more equipment are among the revisions

15 March 2017

Audi RS3 Saloon 2017 first drive

First Drive

Abarth 595 Competizione 2017 first drive

The Abarth 595 gets treated to a light refresh as part of the 500's facelift. We've driven the Competizione on demanding North Yorkshire roads

6 March 2017

Abarth 595 Competizione 2017 first drive

Skoda Octavia Front Dynamic

First Drive

Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI SE L 2017 first drive

Despite sharper aesthetics and a slicker infotainment system, the Octavia remains a car you buy with your head. That’s precisely why it's so popular

3 March 2017

Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI SE L 2017 first drive

First Drive

Subaru BRZ SE Lux 2017 first drive

With its fractionally sharper dynamics, well-appointed interior and keen price, the Subaru BRZ has never made a stronger case for itself

28 February 2017

Subaru BRZ SE Lux 2017 first drive

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