In-depth reviews

The eighth-generation Volkswagen Golf GTI remains an impressive hot hatch all-rounder

The DS 3 is a left-field choice in the small premium SUV segment, and one that’s been developed with comfort in mind

The Stelvio Quadrifoglio is one of the best sporty SUVs around, with a raucous engine, sharp handling and handsome styling

Featuring plenty of space, great on-board technology and a comfortable ride, the Kia Sportage is a first-rate family SUV

Renault’s Kangoo small van adds car-like tech and offers more space than ever

The Suzuki Swace has genuine family car credentials, but it struggles to stand out among its talented rivals

The Volvo EX30 is a fantastic all-round car for the money, with fine handling, and a competitive range

Performance, efficiency and practicality are Smart #1 highlights, but it needs ride quality and infotainment improvements to best its rivals

The Mazda 3 looks fantastic, drives brilliantly and rides well, but some rivals are more practical all-rounders

Company car users will appreciate the low tax, exceptionally luxurious interior, outstanding refinement, and long range of the BMW i5

The long-serving Panda still offers plenty of character, as well as a temptingly low price

The Audi A6 Avant is proof that an SUV needn’t be the default choice for families

The Volkswagen ID.4 will appeal to EV buyers with a focus on family practicality and a decent range

The Audi A5 is a talented, premium coupe that's well-built and comfortable, but it's beginning to feel its age

Still wondering whether electric power is right for a family SUV, then the Audi Q4 e-tron has all the answers

Jeep’s charming little SUV will win hearts with its looks alone, but it’s more than just a pretty face

The Audi A6 blends sleek styling with a rich helping of tech and unimpeachable build quality

The Kia EV9 nails the brief of a practical seven-seater electric SUV, plus it’s well-equipped and has a comfortable ride

The Fiat 600e looks the part, has a comfortable ride, and provides plenty of equipment for a reasonable price

The Alpine A110 captures the magic of the 1960s original, offering road and track-focused models to challenge German rivals

The Audi A7 Sportback blends style with a decent amount of substance, but it’s not the most engaging driving experience

The funky Citroen C3 Aircross is a practical take on the small crossover concept

The retro-modern Hyundai Ioniq 5 is a supremely talented all-electric family car that’s hard to fault

Remarkably capable in almost every area, the BMW iX is expensive to buy, but is a deeply impressive all-electric family SUV

Subtle exterior design and a tech-laden interior help the Audi A3 maintain its position as a premium family hatchback

The Kia EV6 is a superb, all-electric family car that offers a quality interior and a sporty drive

Spectacular looks and performance, plus contemporary EV tech, make the Audi e-tron GT one of the most desirable luxury saloons around

The VW Touareg is a quick, comfortable and refined luxury SUV that comes loaded with clever technology

Stunning looks, slick tech and decent practicality make the Alfa Romeo Tonale an appealing, if flawed, compact premium SUV

The Audi A1 is a luxurious and sporty-looking small hatch that gives the MINI a run for its money

Stylish looks, impressive technology, and a wide variety of engines make the Vauxhall Astra a convincingly good family hatchback

The Ford Puma is a stylish, practical compact SUV that’s good to drive, but rivals have a higher-quality cabin (for now)

The older Fiat 500 is feeling its age, but it's still a charming runabout

Audi’s slickly-styled coupe-SUV flagship gives BMW and Mercedes a run for their money

The new Hyundai Kona is comfortable, refined, spacious and overflowing with technology

The Peugeot 3008 is a front-running crossover that offers a spacious, upmarket cabin and plenty of kit