In-depth reviews

"It feels just as exciting to drive as the sportier Elise, although it is not quite as raw. But don't expect a smooth ride, the Europa is still firm, …

"Thanks to its ingenious cabin design and slightly larger dimensions, the Renault Grand Modus has an edge over the standard Modus for practicality."

"Despite respectable handling, a spacious cabin and an electrically-operated metal folding roof, the Focus CC fails to serve up the tasty dish its ing…

"BMW’s X3 is aimed at families who want the practicality and security of an off-roader in a comfortable, compact, easy-to-drive package."

"The Porsche 911 is a motoring icon, and rightly so. No other sports car can match its combination of build quality, performance and driver appeal."

“The team that build Ford’s rally machines is responsible for creating the devilish Focus RS – which is a thrilling car to drive.”

"No other supermini can match the Honda Jazz's blend of brilliant practicality, first-class build quality and reliability, but it's expensive."

"Few cars provide thrills like the Porsche Boxster, but it’s also a car that you could use every day. "

"The Kia Cee'd is a well-made, spacious family hatchback with a seven-year warranty but it lacks the dynamics of rivals like the Focus."

“The Renaultsport hot hatch is the saviour of the Twingo range, as it’s quick and tremendous fun to drive.”

"The Kia Rio is not the newest or most desirable car in Kia's fast expanding line up, but competitively priced, robustly built and cheap to run."

"The VW Passat is good to drive, refined and spacious, and adds a dash of class to the family car market."

"With its sleek, rakish design, the four-door Passat CC sets a new standard of desirability for VW’s family car."

"Brimming with standard equipment, the Lexus GS is powerful, quiet  and comfortable. It's also extremely reliable, but has only one engine option…

"The B-Class is spacious and well made, but you’ll pay handsomely for the car’s upmarket badge and premium feel, as it’s very expensive."

“Revised styling, good economy and plenty of kit make the practical Saab 9-3 estate a decent mid-range load carrier.”

“The large and well proportioned boot makes the Focus Estate a useful car for business and family users alike.”  

"The Porsche 911 is a motoring icon, and rightly so. No other sports car can match its combination of build quality, performance and driver appeal.…

"With great diesel engines, a classy image and top build quality, the Mercedes-Benz M-Class is a fine upmarket 4x4."

"Glamorous, comfortable, safe and fast; open or closed the Mercedes-Benz SL-Class has it all.”

"The 9-3 Convertible is a smartly styled alternative choice to the default German convertibles."

"The Eos is engaging to drive, boasting handsome looks and a high quality interior. It's metal folding roof means it can be used all year round, but i…

"Good to look at and competent off-road, the Jeep Grand Cherokee also offers reasonable value for money and is a great choice for anyone looking for a…

"Mitsubishi’s Outlander is practical, neatly styled and good to drive. It’s expensive, though."

"The Lexus IS has proven reliability and lots of standard equipment, but it lacks space, practicality and design flair."