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Family Car of the Year 2025: Skoda Octavia
Family Car of the Year 2025: Skoda Octavia

Family Car of the Year 2025: Skoda Octavia

The Skoda Octavia is the 2025 Auto Express Family Car of the Year, with the Citroen C4 and Dacia Jogger commended
Awards
2 Jul 2025
Hyundai Tucson review
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Hyundai Tucson review

The Hyundai Tucson combines refinement, space, style and hybrid technology to create a mid-size SUV that’s proving hard to beat
In-depth reviews
1 Jul 2025
New Audi Q3 Sportback aims to show coupe-SUVs are just as popular as ever
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New Audi Q3 Sportback aims to show coupe-SUVs are just as popular as ever

Audi’s sporty coupe-SUV returns for a second-generation with plug-in hybrid power and new-look cabin
News
1 Jul 2025
Car Deal of the Day: VW Taigo Black Edition at £222 per month is an attractive path to the dark side
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Car Deal of the Day: VW Taigo Black Edition at £222 per month is an attractive path to the dark side

Our Deal of the Day for 28 June is this stylish, range-topping edition of VW’s surprisingly spacious coupé-SUV
News
28 Jun 2025
Kia Sportage review
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Kia Sportage review

Featuring plenty of space, great on-board technology and a comfortable ride, the Kia Sportage is a first-rate family SUV
In-depth reviews
27 Jun 2025
Renault Austral review
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Renault Austral review

The Austral’s Google tech and efficient hybrid system are rather appealing, but that’s not enough to conquer the ultra-competitive family SUV market
In-depth reviews
27 Jun 2025
BYD Seal review
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BYD Seal review

The handsome BYD Seal puts forth a strong case for itself as a well-made, fine driving, and efficient electric vehicle
In-depth reviews
27 Jun 2025
Nissan Qashqai review
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Nissan Qashqai review

The Nissan Qashqai is a big seller, but there’s no key area where it stands out next to rivals
In-depth reviews
27 Jun 2025
Dacia Duster Journey Hybrid long-term test: the family SUV that can do it all
Dacia Duster Journey Hybrid long-term - family with the Dacia

Dacia Duster Journey Hybrid long-term test: the family SUV that can do it all

Second report: our SUV is perfect for family-friendly adventures
Long-term tests
27 Jun 2025
Tesla Model Y review
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Tesla Model Y review

US firm has given its electric Tesla Model Y SUV its biggest makeover so far to keep it competitive
In-depth reviews
26 Jun 2025
Renault Symbioz review
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Renault Symbioz review

The Renault Symbioz is an attractive offering for family buyers, and should be a very easy car to live with
In-depth reviews
26 Jun 2025
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MG ZS review
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MG ZS review

As one of the cheapest brand-new SUVs you can buy, the ZS is a pretty convincing bargain
In-depth reviews
26 Jun 2025
Audi Q4 e-tron review
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Audi Q4 e-tron review

The Audi Q4 e-tron is a popular premium EV that mixes efficiency and upmarket style in an appealing package
In-depth reviews
26 Jun 2025
Audi Q5 review
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Audi Q5 review

Comfortable, refined and loaded with technology, the Audi Q5 is pretty much everything you want a premium SUV to be
In-depth reviews
26 Jun 2025
New electric Skoda Octavia will go on sale alongside combustion-powered options
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New electric Skoda Octavia will go on sale alongside combustion-powered options

The first electric version of Skoda's popular family car will be previewed by a concept later this year
News
25 Jun 2025
Kia Niro review
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Kia Niro review

Efficient, practical and boasting excellent on-board technology, the Kia Niro is a family SUV that offers great value for money
In-depth reviews
25 Jun 2025
Car Deal of the Day: MG4 for £190 a month proves EVs needn’t cost the earth
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Car Deal of the Day: MG4 for £190 a month proves EVs needn’t cost the earth

The MG4 is one of the best all-round EVs on sale. It’s our Deal of the Day for 24 June.
News
24 Jun 2025
Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Grandland Ultimate for an unbelievable £179 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Vauxhall Grandland Ultimate for an unbelievable £179 a month

It may be Vauxhall’s range-topper, but the Grandland is stunningly cheap. It’s our Deal of the Day for 23 June.
News
23 Jun 2025
Vauxhall Grandland Electric vs Renault Scenic E-Tech: a family SUV feud
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Vauxhall Grandland Electric vs Renault Scenic E-Tech: a family SUV feud

How does the new Vauxhall Grandland Electric measure up to the Renault Scenic E-Tech in battle of family SUVs?
Car group tests
21 Jun 2025
Used Car Hunter: spacious family MPVs for £13,000
Used Car Hunter: £13k family MPVs

Used Car Hunter: spacious family MPVs for £13,000

Our Car Hunter has £13,000 to buy a people carrier that has plenty of room
Features
18 Jun 2025
New Kia PV5 Passenger MPV gets a range boost before it’s even arrived
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New Kia PV5 Passenger MPV gets a range boost before it’s even arrived

Kia’s ID. Buzz rival can potentially go further on a single charge than first thought
News
18 Jun 2025
Car Deal of the Day: Kia Ceed GT-Line is a hidden gem at £192 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Kia Ceed GT-Line is a hidden gem at £192 a month

Often overlooked, the Kia Ceed is a great family hatchback. It’s our Deal of the Day for 18 June.
News
18 Jun 2025
New Nissan Leaf fully revealed with sleek SUV styling and 375-mile range
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New Nissan Leaf fully revealed with sleek SUV styling and 375-mile range

Once a dowdy EV, the Nissan Leaf is now a sleek and slippery hyper-miler you might actually want to buy
News
17 Jun 2025
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Jaecoo 7 review
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Jaecoo 7 review

The Jaecoo 7 aims to deliver plenty of space and an upmarket appearance at a competitive price
In-depth reviews
17 Jun 2025
Car Deal of the Day: Slash your bills with the Skoda Superb Estate plug-in hybrid for £266 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Slash your bills with the Skoda Superb Estate plug-in hybrid for £266 a month

Smart, stylish and spacious, the Superb Estate is a great choice and is our Deal of the Day for 16 June.
News
16 Jun 2025
Peugeot 308 set for radical redesign that's more than just skin deep
Peugeot 308 Facelift - front

Peugeot 308 set for radical redesign that's more than just skin deep

French brand’s alternative to the Volkswagen Golf is set for mild styling tweaks and powertrain upgrades later this year
News
16 Jun 2025
Car Deal of the Day: Grab a Ford Focus while you can for less than £250 per month
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Car Deal of the Day: Grab a Ford Focus while you can for less than £250 per month

The Ford Focus may be on its way out, but it’s still great value. It’s our Deal of the Day for 15 June
News
15 Jun 2025
Citroen e-C4 vs Volkswagen ID.3: which affordable EV is best for the family?
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Citroen e-C4 vs Volkswagen ID.3: which affordable EV is best for the family?

Electric car prices are falling, as seen on the facelifted Citroen e-C4 and brand-new entry-level VW ID.3. But which is the better buy?
Car group tests
14 Jun 2025
New Cupra Born spotted with a fresh face...but you'll need to look closely
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New Cupra Born spotted with a fresh face...but you'll need to look closely

Cupra’s original EV is about to undergo a significant upgrade with new styling and tech… and it’s already out on test
News
13 Jun 2025
Car Deal of the Day: the Hyundai Kona is a bold family SUV for just £223 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: the Hyundai Kona is a bold family SUV for just £223 a month

The Hyundai Kona is a futuristic-looking high-rider, and our Deal of the Day for 12 June.
News
12 Jun 2025
Volkswagen ID.7 review
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Volkswagen ID.7 review

The Volkswagen ID.7 is the brand’s best EV to date, offering plenty of range and tonnes of practicality
In-depth reviews
12 Jun 2025
New entry-level Renault Symbioz is £3k cheaper than a Nissan Qashqai
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New entry-level Renault Symbioz is £3k cheaper than a Nissan Qashqai

The Renault Captur has also been fitted the new full-hybrid powertrain, which gets a bigger battery for more pure-electric driving
News
12 Jun 2025
Volkswagen Polo Edition 50 celebrates, well guess…
Volkswagen Polo Edition 50 - front 3/4 with classic Polo

Volkswagen Polo Edition 50 celebrates, well guess…

The Volkswagen Polo is 50 years old. It’s being celebrating with some new wheels
News
11 Jun 2025
Nissan X-Trail review
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Nissan X-Trail review

The Nissan X-Trail is bigger and better than before, but its innovative electrified powertrain isn’t as efficient as some rivals
In-depth reviews
11 Jun 2025
Car Deal of the Day: family-size Skoda Enyaq EV going cheap at under £280 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: family-size Skoda Enyaq EV going cheap at under £280 a month

Skoda offers two excellent electric SUVs, but the price gap between them is smaller than you’d think. The Enyaq is our Deal of the Day for 10 June.
News
10 Jun 2025