Road tests

It doesn't come cheap, but this big VW does come with plenty of unique and likeable touches

The hot little Raval marks the beginning of a very promising new era

The new Mercedes S-Class is as luxurious as you'd expect, but it features tech already seen on lesser models in the brand's range

The plug-in hybrid BMW XM is compromised, fast and slightly ridiculous; for the show-boaters only

The Chery QQ3 is intended to take on the Ford Puma, but it needs a lot of improvement before it comes to the UK

The Aero Performance pack enhances the incredible Toyota GR Yaris even more, adding a huge rear wing and new handbrake position

Plug-in power is a welcome addition to the California line-up, but it does come with some drawbacks

The Discovery Tempest is a luxurious large SUV, but it doesn't quite outshine the desirable Defender

The Citroen E-C3 Urban comes with an even lower price, but also less battery range

Nissan's revamped Z is still very enjoyable to drive, and it's finally on its way to our shores

While the Zeekr 8X comes with huge levels of power, space and tech, it can't quite match its European rivals when it comes to its driving experience.

Fiat is on to a winner with the mild-hybrid version of the impressive Grande Panda supermini

The Isuzu D-Max EV might cost a lot, but compared to electric pick-up truck rivals, there's no compromise when it comes payload or towing capabilities…

A solid all-round performance from a VW mid-size crossover with few weaknesses

It doesn’t come cheap, but the new electric Mercedes GLB has definitely made a move in the right direction

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…

The Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake is a stylish alternative to an SUV, but a bigger boot wouldn't go amiss

The Microlino grabs attention like very few cars on the road, but its short range, limited practicality and high price will deter most

The updated BYD Atto 3 is an improvement over the original, but the Excellence AWD model is unnecessarily powerful

Amongst the variety of Astra variants, the all-electric Sports Tourer is the most appealing

The new Changan Deepal S05 is here to rival the Skoda Elorq, but the Czech brand won't be losing much sleep

The Vauxhall Astra has been updated for 2026 and it looks good on paper, but the reality is slightly different

The new Porsche 911 Turbo S gets hybrid power with 701bhp, and it's all the better for it

The new Subaru E-Outback is an improvement on its petrol-powered sibling, but it still trails many talented electric rivals

The new seven-seat MGS9 will appeal to many family buyers thanks to its price and space, but it's far from perfect

The Omoda 5 SHS-H struggles when it comes to efficiency and lags behind many of its well-established crossover rivals

The new Kia EV9 GT has plenty of power and style, but it comes at a hefty price

The new BMW iX3 is a fantastic electric car, and M Sport trim gives it a real sporty edge