Road tests

There’s been a nip and a tuck for the class-leading compact SUV

Cupra tidies up its Leon range with a facelift, but it’s the plug-in hybrid hatch which gains the greatest upgrades

Cupra freshens the Formentor with a new look, improved in-car tech, and more power

Entry-level trim could be the sweet in the updated Skoda Octavia's range

New high performance plug-in hybrid is an impressive fast executive car, but this isn’t an M5 rival

The new Porsche Cayenne GTS combines a thrilling V8 soundtrack with superb driving dynamics

The Nissan Qashqai e-Power's innovative powertrain works well, offering a smooth EV-like driving experience

McLaren’s unique approach to open-top supercars has never been better executed than in the new Artura Spider

Porsche’s last hurrah for the 992.1 generation 911 is an epic driving machine with just the right dose of luxury

The Aston Martin DBX707 has been updated with a completely refreshed interior, giving it a boost in the one area it needed it most

The i5 Touring offers the same attractive qualities as its saloon counterpart, along with plenty of extra practicality

The Renault Captur SUV gets a sharper look and more kit as part of a 2024 facelift

Tesla’s upgrades have transformed the Model 3 Performance into a more dynamic offering than its predecessor

The Corsa finally has the option of hybrid power, but it’s still bland compared with rivals

The revamped Ford Kuga is still an appealing choice for families, but it’s not quite a class-leader

The updated Porsche Taycan is faster to drive, charges quicker and is incredibly efficient

Any fears that hybridisation might soften the V12 Lamborghini can be quashed – the new 1,001bhp Revuelto is simply sensational

The new-generation Mercedes-AMG GT 63 coupe has the Porsche 911 firmly in its sights

The new MINI Cooper S has excellent build quality and is brilliant to drive, even with its impracticalities.

The new Mustang GT introduces fresh looks and plenty of updated technology, all of which is accompanied by a traditional V8 soundtrack

The Cupra Born VZ delivers a driving experience that was wholly unexpected given the shortcomings of other cars using the same tech.

Light updates for the Lexus UX crossover bring welcome benefits to create an efficient, refined and well-built package

The new Peugeot E-3008 looks the part, but is held back by disappointing performance and a harsh ride

The Mercedes-AMG G 63 struggles to match the Bentley Bentayga and Range Rover in this price bracket

The new all-electric Mercedes G 580 with EQ Technology has plenty of appeal, however it’s outclassed by most premium SUVs on the road

The Aston Martin Vantage is now better than ever, making it one of the most complete sports cars on sale today

Updates are welcome, but the Jeep Wrangler remains hard to recommend when compared to the Land Rover Defender

Ora’s second model isn’t a cat, but funky enough – and surprisingly good to drive

The updated Audi A3 hasn’t been revolutionised, but is thoroughly improved thanks to a set of small but impactful improvements

The refreshed GWM Ora 03 EV claims more range and revamped tech

This version of the DB12 has lost its roof but none of its appeal