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NAC MG7 1.8T

Reassuringly British and seemingly well put together, if a little dated.

NAC MG7 1.8T
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Land Rover Defender 110 2.4D

Stretched Defender offers extra seating for a small premium, if you need it.

Land Rover Defender 110 2.4D
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Hyundai i30 1.6 CRDi 2007 first drive

Far better than previous Hyundais in the class but needs a stronger image.

Hyundai i30 1.6 CRDi 2007 first drive
News

Smolenski's out. Again

Russian to sell to two Floridians; TVR will be 'virtual car company'

Smolenski's out. Again
First Drive

Vauxhall VXR8

Aussie V8 supersaloon of the old school, with refinements to challenge the Europeans.

Vauxhall VXR8
Smart Fortwo Passion
Longer wheelbase makes for improved stability and cruising manner
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Smart Fortwo Passion first drive

New, bigger Smart is much less flawed than its forebear, but retains its appealing city car character

Smart Fortwo Passion first drive
News

New owner for TVR within a fortnight

Bidding for beleaguered sports car firm hots up

New owner for TVR within a fortnight
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Toyota Auris T180

Toyota's range-topping diesel Auris lacks the usual hot hatchback trappings, but is still a useful all-rounder

Toyota Auris T180
Skoda Fabia 1.2
Fabia was a big seller; new model should build on that popularity
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Skoda Fabia 1.2 first drive

Impressively improved replacement for a highly successful car

Skoda Fabia 1.2 first drive
Kia Cee'd 1.4 S
Test car was Italian spec
First Drive

Kia Cee'd 1.4 S first drive

A strong alternative to a Vauxhall Astra or Ford Focus, and not just because of the seven-year warranty. In some ways it beats the market leaders hollow.

Kia Cee'd 1.4 S first drive
Volvo C30 T5
C30 based on S40 chassis, but shortened
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Volvo C30 T5 first drive

A stylish, good to drive and well-equipped alternative to the mainstream.

Volvo C30 T5 first drive

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