In-depth reviews

Now in its fourth generation, the Mercedes A-class is unrecognisable from the car that kicked things off two decades ago.

Aston Martin’s smallest model isn’t as polished or broadly talented as a Porsche 911, but has its own very distinct appeal

The current Renault Mégane RS might only just be clinging to life, but in recently updated form it’s a better all-round hot hatch than ever

With its flawed execution there’s still some way to go for the G70, but it’s a fresh take on a classic recipe and on the right track

The modern Range Rover continues to define the luxury SUV just as its ancestors did, and despite strong rivals is still something special

Concrete evidence that long-standing engineering garners excellent results. The C-class has never been better

Blessed with an excellent, involving chassis, but feeble engine and poor tyres prevent the BRZ from achieving greatness

The large hatchback and estate aren’t cool: fact. But the Skoda Superb is a great car in spite of it

The SEAT Leon Cupra is at the end of its lifespan, but has only become better with age

The updated Q5 does what it says on the tin. Well built, dependable, solid to drive, but for an edgier SUV look elsewhere

A strong combination of full-size Range Rover elements in a more attainable package, but objectively it’s no class-leader

The engine dominates what is a captivating and distinctive performance car awash with character.

More than just an X5 XL, the X7 adds luxury, a little more space and a satisfying driving experience

The Focus RS impresses with strong performance and great handling

Trades some dynamic ability and excitement for comfort - unless you opt for the AMG C63

It’s clear the Type R has had a positive effect on the standard Civic’s handling, but a mini Type R this is not

Regularly Britain’s most popular car, it also happened to be one of its most accessible driver’s cars

The Volkswagen Golf defines the family hatchback class, for good reason

The Audi S3 is fast and well built, but lacks the character or outright handling brilliance so many in this class portray

Not the most fun, but well-rounded and good value too

A1 exhibits all the usual Audi traits, but lacks any real fun factor.

Removeable roof and styling tweaks add a new layer to the 4C's appeal, but the Spider is still a flawed sports car

Composed, comfortable and quick, but the 2-series Gran Coupe is short on dynamic flair

A paragon of technology, but huge fun at the same time

The latest updates to this performance car icon have improved it greatly, it now has the composure to match its mighty performance

An exciting hot hatch with typical French quirks

It’s a premium mid-sized SUV, so unsurprisingly popular, but is Volvo’s XC60 actually any good?

A conventional hatch now, the A-class fights hard in the premium hatchback class

Pragmatic Sportback is no more fun to drive than an A3

The typically polished and understated design keeps the GTI desirable, even as it enters its twilight years

It was the model that helped change Land Rover's fortunes, but like all 'trendy' things, is the new 2019 Range Rover Evoque still a worthy saviour?

It was the model that helped change Land Rover's fortunes, but like all 'trendy' things, is the new 2019 Range Rover Evoque still a worthy saviour?

The 7 is not as 'cool' as an SUV, but its recipe is one with lots of appeal, and is just better than a big luxo-SUV could ever be

The 7 is not as 'cool' as an SUV, but its recipe is one with lots of appeal, and is just better than a big luxo-SUV could ever be

A testament to Ford’s engineering excellence, even if it’s not quite in context for the UK

A testament to Ford’s engineering excellence, even if it’s not quite in context for the UK