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Sean Carson

Sean’s been writing about cars since 2010, having worked for outlets as diverse as PistonHeads, MSN Cars, Which? Cars, Race Tech – a specialist motorsport publication – and most recently Auto Express and sister titles CarBuyer and DrivingElectric. A life-long car fan, Sean has seen the industry change an incredible amount over the past decade. As Auto Express’s chief reviewer few people drive as many vehicles as Sean. From city cars to supercars, luxury SUVs to EVs, Sean oversees comparison tests for Auto Express, as well as producing the latest launches and first drives online, in print and on video.

e-mail: sean_carson@dennis.co.uk

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Best cars & vans

Best used mid-size 4x4s and SUVs

Here’s our round-up of the very best used mid-size 4x4s and SUVs that just keep on giving

15 Jan 2021

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Audi Q5 SUV

New Audi Q5 40 TDI 2021 review

The revised Audi Q5 40 TDI SUV delivers plenty of tech and surprising value

8 Jan 2021

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Ford Focus ST Hatchback

New Ford Focus ST automatic 2021 review

Does an automatic gearbox make sense in the popular Ford Focus ST hot hatchback? We find out…

7 Jan 2021

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BMW X5

New BMW X5 M Competition 2021 review

The range-topping BMW X5 M Competition SUV turns in an impressive performance – but at a price

6 Jan 2021

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Mercedes C-Class Estate

New Mercedes C 300 de 2021 review

The diesel-electric Mercedes C 300 de compact exec boasts strong performance and economy

5 Jan 2021

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Porsche Taycan Saloon

New Porsche Taycan 4S 2021 review

The entry-level Porsche Taycan 4S is the pick of the impressive electric car's range

5 Jan 2021

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Best cars & vans

Best mid-size SUVs on sale 2021

The sheer variety of mid-size SUVs on sale means buyers are spoiled for choice. Here are our 10 favourites

4 Jan 2021

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Mercedes GLE Coupe

New Mercedes GLE 400 d Coupe 2020 review

The accomplished Mercedes GLE 400 d Coupe finally gives rivals something to worry about

1 Jan 2021

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Features

30 years of Renault Clio

We say bon anniversaire to the legendary Renault Clio as it turns 30

22 Dec 2020

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Renault Megane Sport Tourer

New Renault Megane Sport Tourer E-Tech PHEV 2020 review

Has a new hybrid powertrain propelled the Renault Megane Sports Tourer to the top of its class?

18 Dec 2020

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Nissan GT-R Coupe

New Nissan GT-R Nismo 2020 review

The latest Nissan GT-R Nismo offers savage acceleration and sublime steering, but at £180k it's only for the very wealthy

17 Dec 2020

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SEAT Leon ST

New SEAT Leon Estate 2020 review

We find out if the new SEAT Leon Estate is as attractive as the hatchback

3 Dec 2020

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Audi S8 Saloon

New Audi S8 2020 review

The flagship Audi S8 performance limo comes with a 563bhp V8

30 Oct 2020

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Dacia Sandero Stepway

Dacia Sandero Stepway review

The Dacia Sandero Stepway adds a touch of rugged off-road presence to the value-focused Sandero hatch.

28 Oct 2020

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Toyota Yaris

Affordable Hybrid Car of the Year 2020: Toyota Yaris

The Toyota Yaris is the 2020 Auto Express Affordable Hybrid Car of the Year, with the Honda Jazz and Skoda Superb iV commended

13 Oct 2020

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Mercedes GLA

Small Premium SUV of the Year 2020: Mercedes GLA

The Mercedes GLA is the 2020 Auto Express Small Premium SUV of the Year, with the Audi Q3 and Range Rover Evoque commended

13 Oct 2020

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Honda Civic Type R

Hot Hatch of the Year 2020: Honda Civic Type R

The Honda Civic Type R is the 2020 Auto Express Hot Hatch of the Year, with the Ford Focus ST and Mercedes-AMG A 45 S commended

13 Oct 2020

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MINI MINI Convertible

Convertible of the Year 2020: MINI Cooper Convertible

The MINI Cooper Convertible is the 2020 Auto Express Convertible of the Year, with the Audi A5 Cabriolet and Mazda MX-5 commended

13 Oct 2020

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Mercedes E-Class

Premium Hybrid Car of the Year 2020: Mercedes E-Class

The Mercedes E-Class is the 2020 Premium Hybrid Car of the Year, with the BMW 300e and Mercedes A 250 e commended

13 Oct 2020

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Mercedes E-Class

Executive Car of the Year 2020: Mercedes E-Class

The Mercedes E-Class is the 2020 Auto Express Executive Car of the Year, with the Audi A6 and Volvo S90 commended

13 Oct 2020

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SEAT Tarraco

Large SUV of the Year 2020: SEAT Tarraco

The SEAT Tarraco is the 2020 Auto Express Large SUV of the Year, with the Kia Sorento and Skoda Kodiaq commended

13 Oct 2020

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Renault Clio

Supermini of the Year 2020: Renault Clio

The Renault Clio is the 2020 Auto Express Supermini of the Year, with the Ford Fiesta and Toyota Yaris commended

13 Oct 2020

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Skoda Superb

Family Car of the Year 2020: Skoda Superb

The Skoda Superb is the 2020 Auto Express Family Car of the Year, with the Hyundai Ioniq and Peugeot 508 commended

13 Oct 2020

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Renault ZOE

Affordable Electric Car of the Year 2020: Renault Zoe

The Renault Zoe is the 2020 Auto Express Affordable Electric Car of the Year, with the Honda e and Kia e-Niro commended

13 Oct 2020

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Ford Kuga

Mid-size SUV of the Year 2020: Ford Kuga

The Ford Kuga is the 2020 Auto Express Mid-size SUV of the Year with the Skoda Karoq and Toyota RAV4 commended

13 Oct 2020

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Volkswagen up

City Car of the Year 2020: Volkswagen up!

The Volkswagen up! is the 2020 Auto Express City Car of the Year, with the Hyundai i10 and SEAT Mii Electric commended

13 Oct 2020

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Skoda Octavia

Car of the Year 2020: Skoda Octavia

The Auto Express Car of the Year for 2020 is the Skoda Octavia

13 Oct 2020

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Skoda Octavia Estate

Estate Car of the Year 2020: Skoda Octavia Estate

The Skoda Octavia Estate is the 2020 Auto Express Estate Car of the Year, with the BMW 3 Series Touring and Mercedes E-Class Estate commended

13 Oct 2020

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Tesla Model 3

Compact Executive Car of the Year 2020: Tesla Model 3

The Tesla Model 3 is the 2020 Auto Express Compact Executive Car of the Year, with the BMW 3 Series and Polestar 2 commended

13 Oct 2020

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Land Rover Defender

Mid-size Premium SUV of the Year 2020: Land Rover Defender

The Land Rover Defender is the 2020 Auto Express Premium Mid-size SUV of the Year, with the BMW X3 and Porsche Macan commended

13 Oct 2020

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Bentley Flying Spur

Luxury Car of the Year 2020: Bentley Flying Spur

The Bentley Flying Spur is the 2020 Auto Express Luxury Car of the Year, with the BMW 7 Series and Rolls-Royce Ghost commended

13 Oct 2020

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Porsche 911

Performance Car of the Year 2020: Porsche 911

The Porsche 911 is the 2020 Auto Express Performance Car of the Year, with the Audi RS 6 Avant and Ferrari F8 Tributo commended

13 Oct 2020

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BMW X5

Large Premium SUV of the Year 2020: BMW X5

The BMW X5 is the 2020 Auto Express Premium SUV of the Year, with the Land Rover Discovery and Porsche Cayenne commended

13 Oct 2020

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Skoda Octavia

Compact Family Car of the Year 2020: Skoda Octavia

The Skoda Octavia is the 2020 Auto Express Compact Family Car of the Year, with the Ford Focus and Toyota Corolla commended

13 Oct 2020