Nic Cackett | Autocar

Car review

Used BMW 3 Series Touring 2012-2019 review

The formidable 3 Series is equally compelling in estate form but is it enough to driver buyers away from the Audi A4 Avant and the Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate?

30 November 2012

Used BMW 3 Series Touring 2012-2019 review

BMW says the Paceman bridges the gap between the Countryman crossover and the Mini hatch

First Drive

Mini Paceman

The Mini Paceman is competent enough, but it just doesn’t make enough sense - especially to look at

10 November 2012

Mini Paceman

Vauxhall reckons the Mokka could be its second best-selling model by this time next year

First Drive

Vauxhall Mokka

Vauxhall has high hopes for its sub-compact SUV, and those in the market for such a vehicle won't be disappointed

9 October 2012

Vauxhall Mokka

The Sonic RS could come to the UK wearing an Aveo badge

First Drive

Chevrolet Sonic RS

The luke-warm Chevrolet Sonic RS is a nod towards a hot hatch for the American market. It may get a European launch, but is unlikely to bother the class-best

1 October 2012

Chevrolet Sonic RS

Chevy Trax is the sister car to the forthcoming Vauxhall Mokka and shows early promise in pre-prod guise

First Drive

Chevrolet Trax

The Chevrolet Trax is a dinky SUV which does just enough to suggest it will turn the European heads it is aimed at

27 September 2012

Chevrolet Trax

Seat Toledo is sister car to the Skoda Rapid

First Drive

Seat Toledo 1.6 TDI

Seat Toledo makes a return to a saloon shape. It represents excellent value for money, but it’s a compromised option.

12 September 2012

Seat Toledo 1.6 TDI

Car review

Used Toyota Yaris Hybrid 2013-2020 review

Toyota’s hybrid tech rolls out into Europe’s biggest market segment in the shape of the Yaris, but is it a wholesome alternative to humble petrol engine?

30 July 2012

Used Toyota Yaris Hybrid 2013-2020 review