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Renault Austral review
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Renault Austral review

Hybrid-only compact SUV is a well-equipped family car that offers good all-round ability
In-depth reviews
10 Apr 2026
Toyota C-HR review
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Toyota C-HR review

The bold Toyota C-HR combines strong equipment levels, high efficiency, and lots of safety features, but it’ll cost you
In-depth reviews
10 Apr 2026
Long-term test: BMW X3 30e xDrive M Sport
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Long-term test: BMW X3 30e xDrive M Sport

Fourth fleetwatch report: a trip to Blackpool showcases the best, and worst, of the BMW X3’s PHEV efficiency
Long-term tests
10 Apr 2026
Cupra Terramar review
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Cupra Terramar review

The Cupra Terramar compact SUV delivers sporty looks, decent space and a well-rounded drive
In-depth reviews
9 Apr 2026
BYD Seal U review
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BYD Seal U review

The plug-in hybrid BYD Seal U is a competitively priced, well-specified, and spacious SUV
In-depth reviews
9 Apr 2026
New Leapmotor B10 Hybrid EV review: the EV experience with a petrol safety net
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New Leapmotor B10 Hybrid EV review: the EV experience with a petrol safety net

If you want an SUV which can provide an electric-car like driving experience without the accompanying stresses, the Leapmotor B10 Hybrid EV could be i…
Road tests
9 Apr 2026
Kia Sportage and Sorento petrol SUVs to continue despite brand's 100k EV sales milestone
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Kia Sportage and Sorento petrol SUVs to continue despite brand's 100k EV sales milestone

Kia's hybrid SUVs will be given a stay of execution, but UK boss says he’s prepared to restrict supply as appropriate
News
9 Apr 2026
Lamborghini Urus review
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Lamborghini Urus review

Traditional school-run SUVs will be cowering in fear when you rock up to the playground in your twin-turbo V8 Lamborghini Urus
In-depth reviews
8 Apr 2026
New Lexus ES hits the UK next month: £60k EV challenger to Audi A6 and BMW i5
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New Lexus ES hits the UK next month: £60k EV challenger to Audi A6 and BMW i5

Lexus is moving into the all-electric executive saloon market and ditching hybrid power in the process
News
7 Apr 2026
New MG 07 on the way to partner IM5 and provide a low cost rival for Porsche's Taycan
MG 07 teaser

New MG 07 on the way to partner IM5 and provide a low cost rival for Porsche's Taycan

MG 07 will likely be unveiled at the Beijing Auto Show as a less-premium alternative to the MG IM5
News
7 Apr 2026
Car tax bands: 2026/2027 VED bands explained
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Car tax bands: 2026/2027 VED bands explained

Our guide to the VED road tax bands for cars first registered from 1 April 2017 onwards
Tips & advice
7 Apr 2026
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Long-term test: Toyota Prius Excel
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Long-term test: Toyota Prius Excel

First fleetwatch report: excellent efficiency and a usable electric-only range make the Prius a convincing antidote to ever-rising fuel bills
Long-term tests
7 Apr 2026
Toyota RAV4 review
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Toyota RAV4 review

The RAV4 continues where the old RAV4 PHEV left off – it’s refined, practical and the latest plug-in hybrid system is impressive
In-depth reviews
7 Apr 2026
Long-term test: Dacia Bigster Journey hybrid 155
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Long-term test: Dacia Bigster Journey hybrid 155

First report: New SUV joins our fleet and starts life with a road trip to Kent
Long-term tests
6 Apr 2026
Car Deal of the Day: Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida offers style and efficiency for £225 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida offers style and efficiency for £225 a month

Offering distinctive looks and fuel-sipping performance, the Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida is our Deal of the Day for 3 April.
News
3 Apr 2026
Vauxhall's Grandland plug-in hybrid is here and it's only a tempting £915 more than the normal hybrid
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Vauxhall's Grandland plug-in hybrid is here and it's only a tempting £915 more than the normal hybrid

Plug-in hybrid Grandland expands Vauxhall’s range-topping SUV appeal
News
1 Apr 2026
New Mercedes GLE: big, posh SUV gets major overhaul to try and stay on top
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New Mercedes GLE: big, posh SUV gets major overhaul to try and stay on top

The original German premium SUV has undergone a major overhaul with extra tech and a luxurious new look
News
31 Mar 2026
MG3 review
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MG3 review

We’ve found the MG3 to be a talented and competitively priced supermini, making it a strong contender against its rivals
In-depth reviews
31 Mar 2026
Volkswagen Caddy gets big changes but you can’t see all of them yet
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Volkswagen Caddy gets big changes but you can’t see all of them yet

Volkswagen’s van-based MPV gets a mild nip-and-tuck outside, and promises big interior tech upgrades
News
31 Mar 2026
Best hybrid SUVs to buy 2026
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Best hybrid SUVs to buy 2026

Plenty of SUVs now come with hybrid power, and we’ve picked out the very best buys on today’s market
Best cars & vans
31 Mar 2026
Cupra Formentor review
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Cupra Formentor review

Sporty crossover SUV delivers practicality and fun in equal measure
In-depth reviews
30 Mar 2026
DS 3 review
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DS 3 review

The DS 3 is a left-field choice in the small premium SUV segment, and one that’s been developed with comfort in mind
In-depth reviews
30 Mar 2026
Honda Prelude review
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Honda Prelude review

Honda's two-door coupe is a promising new take on the hybrid sports car formula
In-depth reviews
30 Mar 2026
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Used Kia Niro (Mk1, 2016-2022) review and buyer's guide
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Used Kia Niro (Mk1, 2016-2022) review and buyer's guide

A full used buyer’s guide on the Kia Niro covering the Niro Mk1 that was on sale between 2016 and 2022
Used car tests
30 Mar 2026
Car Deal of the Day: Quirky Fiat Grande Panda is bearly resistible at £208 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Quirky Fiat Grande Panda is bearly resistible at £208 a month

The Fiat Granda Panda has style by the bucketload. It’s our Deal of the Day for 27 March.
News
27 Mar 2026
New Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport and Grand Sport X revealed with a huge 6.7-litre V8
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New Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport and Grand Sport X revealed with a huge 6.7-litre V8

Corvette aims to prove there’s no replacement for displacement with even larger V8
News
27 Mar 2026
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
26 Mar 2026
New Geely Galaxy Battleship 700 is an AI-powered behemoth aiming to sink the Land Rover Defender
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New Geely Galaxy Battleship 700 is an AI-powered behemoth aiming to sink the Land Rover Defender

Auto Express has confirmed the hulking hybrid 4x4 is coming to the UK
News
25 Mar 2026
Honda Civic review
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Honda Civic review

Tweaks for the latest Honda Civic hatchback make for an even stronger package
In-depth reviews
25 Mar 2026
New Chery Tiggo 4 hybrid dips under £20k, undercutting rivals from Dacia Duster to Ford Puma
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New Chery Tiggo 4 hybrid dips under £20k, undercutting rivals from Dacia Duster to Ford Puma

The Tiggo 4 is the first Chery fitted with a self-charging hybrid system, providing 201bhp and up to 53.2mpg
News
25 Mar 2026
New Vauxhall Astra 2026 facelift review: updates fail to help it stand out
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New Vauxhall Astra 2026 facelift review: updates fail to help it stand out

The Vauxhall Astra has been updated for 2026 and it looks good on paper, but the reality is slightly different
Road tests
25 Mar 2026
New Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV gets seven seats and a hefty £47k pricetag
European 2025 Mitsubishi Outlander Plug-in Hybrid

New Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV gets seven seats and a hefty £47k pricetag

Latest version of ground-breaking plug-in hybrid is coming to Britain, with seven-seat options for the first time
News
24 Mar 2026
MG reveals why range-extender hybrids won’t work in the EU, and the reason might surprise you
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MG reveals why range-extender hybrids won’t work in the EU, and the reason might surprise you

MG’s technical boss explains why Chinese range-extenders won’t work in Europe
News
24 Mar 2026
Audi Q5 review
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Audi Q5 review

The third-generation Audi Q5 builds upon an already proven formula of passenger comfort and in-car tech. Our tests have shown it’s a very polished fam…
In-depth reviews
24 Mar 2026
Long-term test: Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus
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Long-term test: Mazda CX-80 Homura Plus

First fleetwatch report: Mazda’s large SUV may be almost 5 metres long and well over 2 tonnes, but it doesn’t feel like it
Long-term tests
24 Mar 2026