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Best-selling cars 2026: the year's 10 most popular models so far
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Best-selling cars 2026: the year's 10 most popular models so far

These are officially Britain’s biggest-selling new cars so far in 2026, according to the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT)
Best cars & vans
6 Mar 2026
Cupra Born gets new look and one-pedal drive for 2026
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Cupra Born gets new look and one-pedal drive for 2026

A mid-life overhaul sees Cupra’s inaugural EV get the family look, extra tech and uprated 370-mile range
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5 Mar 2026
New Cupra Raval says no-camo hello: brand’s first electric supermini is nearly here
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New Cupra Raval says no-camo hello: brand’s first electric supermini is nearly here

The next-generation Cupra EV flaunts its eccentric looks only weeks before the official reveal
News
4 Mar 2026
Renault 5 review
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Renault 5 review

The retro-inspired Renault 5 electric supermini is well priced, nice to drive, and has great tech
In-depth reviews
2 Mar 2026
New Vauxhall Corsa GSE:  276bhp electric VXR replacement spied with fat arches
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New Vauxhall Corsa GSE:  276bhp electric VXR replacement spied with fat arches

The first spy shots reveal the properly hot Vauxhall is finally back
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2 Mar 2026
Car Deal of the Day: Funky Fiat Grande Panda EV is yours for just £186 per month
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Car Deal of the Day: Funky Fiat Grande Panda EV is yours for just £186 per month

The Auto Express Supermini of the Year offers style, space and 199 miles of range. It’s our Deal of the Day for 1 March
News
1 Mar 2026
Volkswagen Polo review
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Volkswagen Polo review

The Volkswagen Polo still holds its own as a highly capable supermini
In-depth reviews
27 Feb 2026
Hyundai i20 review
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Hyundai i20 review

It's not flawless, but the latest Hyundai i20 is the firm’s most competitive entrant into the supermini market yet
In-depth reviews
26 Feb 2026
Best small luxury cars to buy now 2026
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Best small luxury cars to buy now 2026

Small cars don’t have to feel cheap and look uninspiring, here are the best high-class, head-turning runabouts on sale…
Best cars & vans
25 Feb 2026
New MG2 due in 2027: £20k EV aims to deliver 'British' style to the supermini class
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New MG2 due in 2027: £20k EV aims to deliver 'British' style to the supermini class

MG’s electric supermini is going big on style to stand out from rivals, and our exclusive images preview how it could look
News
23 Feb 2026
Citroen C3 vs Toyota Aygo X: small budget hybrids in a high-stakes showdown
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Citroen C3 vs Toyota Aygo X: small budget hybrids in a high-stakes showdown

Toyota’s Aygo X gets hybrid-only powertrain as part of refresh. How does it rate against Citroen’s latest C3?
Car group tests
21 Feb 2026
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Dacia Sandero and Sandero Stepway get hybrid power and other updates
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Dacia Sandero and Sandero Stepway get hybrid power and other updates

New hybrid engines confirmed for the hugely popular Sandero alongside other changes across the Dacia range
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20 Feb 2026
Ford and Renault EV deal: Fiesta and other new EVs will ‘feel like Fords’
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Ford and Renault EV deal: Fiesta and other new EVs will ‘feel like Fords’

Renault boss Provost confirms new Ford supermini EV will feel like a Ford, not a rebodied R5
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19 Feb 2026
Long-term test: Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Five
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Long-term test: Renault 5 E-Tech Iconic Five

Fifth report: after a spell of bad weather and even worse efficiency, we take the R5 for some longer drives to see how it fares
Long-term tests
18 Feb 2026
Best small cars to buy 2026
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Best small cars to buy 2026

Small cars come in all shapes, if not sizes. Here we highlight the best ones to buy
Best cars & vans
16 Feb 2026
New Toyota Yaris in-line for major rethink to try and please hybrid and EV buyers
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New Toyota Yaris in-line for major rethink to try and please hybrid and EV buyers

The Mk5 Toyota Yaris will be offered with internal-combustion, hybrid and electric powertrains to suit buyers’ needs, and our exclusive images preview…
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16 Feb 2026
Cold weather range no problem for Kia’s baby: new EV2 drops less than 25% at -20 degrees
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Cold weather range no problem for Kia’s baby: new EV2 drops less than 25% at -20 degrees

Kia’s upcoming baby electric car came within 25 per cent of its WLTP range figure in sub-zero tests in Norway
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13 Feb 2026
New 2028 Ford Fiesta: all the details on iconic supermini’s sensational comeback
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New 2028 Ford Fiesta: all the details on iconic supermini’s sensational comeback

The new Ford Fiesta would get all-electric power and our exclusive image previews how it could look
News
12 Feb 2026
Citroen C3 review
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Citroen C3 review

The latest Citroen C3 is a comfortable and spacious small car that offers great value for money
In-depth reviews
12 Feb 2026
BYD Dolphin review
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BYD Dolphin review

The BYD Dolphin doesn’t excel when it comes to driving thrills, but it does offer fine value for money
In-depth reviews
10 Feb 2026
Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen Polo is a classy choice at just £184 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen Polo is a classy choice at just £184 a month

The Polo has an enviable reputation for class and sophistication. It’s our Deal of the Day for 10 February.
News
10 Feb 2026
Skoda Fabia review
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Skoda Fabia review

If you’re after an affordable supermini with plenty of space, comfort and on-board technology, then the Skoda Fabia won’t disappoint
In-depth reviews
9 Feb 2026
MINI Cooper review
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MINI Cooper review

The petrol-powered MINI Cooper combines the EV’s looks with existing combustion engined-tech
In-depth reviews
9 Feb 2026
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Cheapest cars to buy 2026
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Cheapest cars to buy 2026

Searching for a brand-new bargain? These are the cheapest cars in the UK right now
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4 Feb 2026
Dacia Sandero review
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Dacia Sandero review

A spacious interior and refined driving manners show there’s more to the Dacia Sandero than just its price
In-depth reviews
3 Feb 2026
Used Citroen C3 (Mk3, 2017-2024) review and buyer's guide
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Used Citroen C3 (Mk3, 2017-2024) review and buyer's guide

There's more to the Citroen C3 Mk3 than funky styling, the French supermini offers practicality, comfort and a decent amount of technology
Used car tests
3 Feb 2026
Honda Jazz review
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Honda Jazz review

Practical, efficient and highly specced, the hybrid Honda Jazz supermini is an attractive if relatively pricey package
In-depth reviews
30 Jan 2026
Cheapest cars to run 2026
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Cheapest cars to run 2026

When it comes to total cost of ownership, cut-price entry-level models aren’t always the best. So what are the cheapest cars to run in the UK today?
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27 Jan 2026
SEAT Ibiza review
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SEAT Ibiza review

It’s pretty old now but the SEAT Ibiza is still a solid competitor in the supermini class
In-depth reviews
22 Jan 2026
Peugeot 208 review
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Peugeot 208 review

The Peugeot 208 has eye-catching looks and is pleasant to drive, but rivals are more practical and offer better value
In-depth reviews
21 Jan 2026
Car Deal of the Day: Ultra-efficient MG3 hybrid for £154 a month
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Car Deal of the Day: Ultra-efficient MG3 hybrid for £154 a month

Superminis are few and far between these days, and full-hybrids are the rarest of the lot. The MG3 is our Deal of the Day for 21 January.
News
21 Jan 2026
Vauxhall Corsa review
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Vauxhall Corsa review

The Vauxhall Corsa is a smart-looking supermini with numerous engine options, but it isn’t particularly exciting or spacious
In-depth reviews
21 Jan 2026
Most reliable small cars to buy 2026
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Most reliable small cars to buy 2026

We reveal the most reliable small cars you can buy, according to our latest Driver Power survey
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21 Jan 2026
Toyota Yaris review
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Toyota Yaris review

An efficient hybrid powertrain and plenty of standard kit make the Toyota Yaris a key contender in the supermini segment
In-depth reviews
20 Jan 2026
Three-car garage: BMW i8, Suzuki Swift and Toyota Corolla Touring Sports for under £65,000
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Three-car garage: BMW i8, Suzuki Swift and Toyota Corolla Touring Sports for under £65,000

Buying a hybrid doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice driving fun; these mild, self-charging and plug-in hybrid options are the frugal enthusiast’s ultim…
Features
17 Jan 2026