Used car reviews

Good looking and practical, the Mazda CX-5 takes some beating as a compact family SUV

Cheap, fun and nippy, the first-generation Toyota Aygo makes a great deal of sense as a secondhand buy

Toyota’s practical, family-friendly compact SUV is an excellent secondhand choice

The Mitsubishi Outlander is an alternative choice in the crossover market that includes an intriguing plug-in hybrid option

The Ford Ranger Double Cab pickup truck combines SUV practicality with a large load bed and a car-like interior

Bought wisely, the 997-generation 911 can be an easy route into Porsche ownership

Big, imposing and beautifully made, the Mk1 Audi Q7 impresses on the second hand market - assuming you can bear the running costs

Need to move seven people in space and comfort? The good-value Galaxy is a fine used choice

With chic looks and a grown-up feel, Peugeot’s latest supermini is an attractive used buy

The very capable first-generation BMW X1 can now be found for a fraction of the cost of the latest model

If you’re after a small, efficient, three-door city car, the second-generation Ford Ka is a top contender

With chunky styling but compact dimensions, the Mokka is an attractive used SUV buy

Stylish, fun, comfortable and frugal, the latest Renault Clio makes a fine secondhand buy

With all the virtues of a Ford Focus or Vauxhall Astra, the less common Mazda3 makes a refreshing alternative

The success of Citroen’s premium supermini spawned DS as a brand in its own right

Strong build quality and a sense of rugged durability make the second-generation Nissan X-Trail a tempting secondhand buy

Brimming with practical technology, the safe and stylish XC60 is strong on family appeal

Few cars are as robust and comfortable as the Mk2 Skoda Octavia. It makes a great family car

The good-value Renault Captur blends supermini convenience with SUV style

It’s easy to be distracted by the Dacia Duster’s price, but dig deeper and you’ll find an appealing SUV that makes a great used buy

SUV looks and practicality combined with an enjoyable driving experience make the BMW X3 a great used buy

Attractively priced, the Skoda Yeti is hard to ignore as a versatile used SUV choice

Aspirational, stylish and high-quality, the Audi Q5 now looks good value

The Mk5 Volkswagen Polo is a practical used car buy with a premium feel