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Superminis

MINI Convertible (2016-2024) review
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MINI Convertible (2016-2024) review

The MINI Convertible is our favourite small rag-top thanks to its practicality, fun and premium feel
In-depth reviews
7 Jul 2023
Complete Ford Fiesta review: every generation tested as production ends
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Complete Ford Fiesta review: every generation tested as production ends

As the last-ever Fiesta rolls off Ford’s production line, we take a look back at this iconic small family supermini testing every version
Car group tests
7 Jul 2023
Supermini of the Year 2023: Dacia Sandero
Dacia Sandero - Supermini of the Year 2023

Supermini of the Year 2023: Dacia Sandero

The Dacia Sandero is the 2023 Auto Express Supermini of the Year, with the Skoda Fabia and Toyota Yaris commended
Awards
5 Jul 2023
Convertible of the Year 2023: MINI Convertible
MINI Convertible - Convertible of the Year 2023

Convertible of the Year 2023: MINI Convertible

The MINI Convertible is the 2023 Auto Express Convertible of the Year, with the Fiat 500 and Mazda MX-5 commended
Awards
5 Jul 2023
Honda Jazz vs Toyota Yaris Cross: 2023 twin test review
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Honda Jazz vs Toyota Yaris Cross: 2023 twin test review

The updated Honda Jazz now comes in Sport guise. Is it any more fun than the Toyota Yaris Cross GR Sport?
Car group tests
29 Jun 2023
Inside the mind of Patrick le QuEment: Renault's visionary design boss
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Inside the mind of Patrick le QuEment: Renault's visionary design boss

We meet the revolutionary French designer who helped define contemporary European car identity and design through his greatest achievement, the Renaul…
Features
24 Jun 2023
Skoda Fabia vs Volkswagen Polo: 2023 twin test review
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Skoda Fabia vs Volkswagen Polo: 2023 twin test review

Both these superminis pack great refinement, space and tech into a solid package – but which is best?
Car group tests
15 Jun 2023
New 2023 Mazda 2 facelift starts from £17,750
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New 2023 Mazda 2 facelift starts from £17,750

The new Mazda 2 is now available with a revised exterior design
News
31 May 2023
Used Audi A1 (Mk2, 2018 to date) review
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Used Audi A1 (Mk2, 2018 to date) review

A supermini with a proper premium badge, the Audi A1 has obvious appeal but high costs count against it
Used car tests
29 May 2023
Used Renault Clio (Mk5, 2019-date) review
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Used Renault Clio (Mk5, 2019-date) review

A full used buyer’s guide on the Renault Clio covering the Clio Mk5 that has been on sale since 2019
Used car tests
16 May 2023
Best value cars
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Best value cars

The UK's biggest motoring bargains go head-to-head
Best cars & vans
10 May 2023
New MINI Electric Convertible 2023 review
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New MINI Electric Convertible 2023 review

An all-new MINI Cooper is on the way, but first the existing all-electric model gets a welcome open-top version
Road tests
8 May 2023
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New MINI Cooper SE prototype review
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New MINI Cooper SE prototype review

We get behind the wheel of the fully electric MINI Cooper ahead of its official arrival next year
Road tests
2 May 2023
New 2024 Renault Captur facelift spied
Renault Captur

New 2024 Renault Captur facelift spied

Renault is working on a mid-life refresh for its popular crossover and we’ve spotted it
News
25 Apr 2023
Vauxhall Corsa gains technology boost for 2023
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Vauxhall Corsa gains technology boost for 2023

The popular Vauxhall Corsa supermini gets a trim level restructure
News
5 Apr 2023
Renault Zoe (2013-2024) review
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Renault Zoe (2013-2024) review

The Renault Zoe is a capable small electric car, let down by its poor build quality and safety rating
In-depth reviews
21 Mar 2023
“MINI has the character and soul that other car makers crave”
Opinion - MINI

“MINI has the character and soul that other car makers crave”

While many car brands still struggle with an identity, editor-in-chief Steve Fowler is impressed how MINI still manages to stand out
Opinion
8 Mar 2023
Dacia Sandero vs Citroen C3: 2023 twin test review
Dacia Sandero vs Citroen C3 2023 twin test review

Dacia Sandero vs Citroen C3: 2023 twin test review

We line up superminis from Dacia and Citroen in our head-to-head road test to find the best-value option
Car group tests
20 Feb 2023
Electric MINI Cooper SE Convertible gets green light for production
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Electric MINI Cooper SE Convertible gets green light for production

Limited run of 999 cars to be built as MINI puts electric convertible into production following successful one-off concept
News
14 Feb 2023
Sporty new Honda Jazz Advance Sport arrives with extra power
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Sporty new Honda Jazz Advance Sport arrives with extra power

Exterior tweaks and a revised hybrid powertrain for new Jazz Advance Sport
News
12 Jan 2023
Used Nissan Micra (Mk5, 2016-date) review
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Used Nissan Micra (Mk5, 2016-date) review

A full used buyer’s guide on the Nissan Micra covering the Micra Mk5 (2016-date)
Used car tests
11 Jan 2023
Ford Fiesta review
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Ford Fiesta review

The last-ever Ford Fiesta supermini is good fun and remains a solid buy despite increasingly strong competition
In-depth reviews
9 Jan 2023
"The small car needs to make a comeback" - 2023 wish list
Opinion - small cars

"The small car needs to make a comeback" - 2023 wish list

As the small car market continues to decline, chief reviewer Alex Ingram explains why the world needs these pint-sized motors
Opinion
7 Jan 2023
Used Vauxhall Corsa (Mk5, 2020 to date) review
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Used Vauxhall Corsa (Mk5, 2020 to date) review

One of the UK’s most popular new cars is a sound choice for buyers after a used supermini
Used car tests
30 Dec 2022
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Used SEAT Ibiza (Mk5, 2017-date) review
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Used SEAT Ibiza (Mk5, 2017-date) review

A full used buyer’s guide on the SEAT Ibiza covering the Ibiza Mk5 that’s been on sale since 2017
Used car tests
28 Dec 2022
Nissan Micra (Mk2, 1992-2002) icon review
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Nissan Micra (Mk2, 1992-2002) icon review

We take a second look at the Nissan Micra supermini in second generation K11 form
Road tests
27 Nov 2022
Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI: long-term test
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Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI: long-term test

Third report: we put our hatchback to the test against family’s Fabia Estate
Long-term tests
17 Nov 2022
New MINI Edition comes to brand’s entire range of models
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New MINI Edition comes to brand’s entire range of models

MINI has brought a new trim level range to the Cooper, Countryman and Clubman
News
26 Oct 2022
Peugeot e-208 gets more range and power for 2023
Peugeot e-208 2023

Peugeot e-208 gets more range and power for 2023

Peugeot has given the e-208 supermini the bigger battery from the upcoming e-308
News
28 Sep 2022
Vauxhall Corsa-e Anniversary Edition 2022 review
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Vauxhall Corsa-e Anniversary Edition 2022 review

The Vauxhall Corsa-e Anniversary Edition celebrates 40 years of the brand’s supermini
Road tests
25 Aug 2022
Used Toyota Yaris (Mk4, 2020-date) review
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Used Toyota Yaris (Mk4, 2020-date) review

A full used review on the Toyota Yaris covering the Yaris Mk4 that has been on sale since 2020
Used car tests
24 Aug 2022
New Citroen C3 Shine trim added to supermini’s 2022 line-up
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New Citroen C3 Shine trim added to supermini’s 2022 line-up

The new Citroen C3 Shine trim level gets snazzy paint jobs and decent kit levels for £16,995
News
4 Aug 2022
New Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo 2022 review
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New Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo 2022 review

New Skoda Fabia Monte Carlo adds sporty looks and extra power with new 1.5 TSI engine option, but it's still far from a hot hatch
Road tests
3 Aug 2022
Peugeot updates 208 and e-208 equipment for 2022
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Peugeot updates 208 and e-208 equipment for 2022

The French supermini gets more equipment as standard in 2022
News
1 Aug 2022
Used Kia Rio Mk4 (2017-date) review
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Used Kia Rio Mk4 (2017-date) review

A full used buyer’s guide on the Kia Rio covering the Rio Mk4 that has been on sale since 2017
Used car tests
21 Jul 2022
New Honda Jazz EX Style 2022 review
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New Honda Jazz EX Style 2022 review

The Honda Jazz is a spacious and efficient supermini, but does it make the most sense in top-spec EX Style trim? We find out...
Road tests
6 Jul 2022
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