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The Car Expert’s award-winning Expert Rating Index compiles and aggregates tens of millions of key data points on every new car (as well as a growing number of near-new used cars), including more than 17,500 new car reviews from more than 30 of the UK’s top motoring websites. We also factor in complete safety data from Euro NCAP, reliability data and five-year running cost information.

As of November 2025, we have more than 650 cars indexed and rated. More cars are added to the Index every week.

All this adds up to the most comprehensive analysis of expert opinion and real-world data found anywhere in the motoring world.

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Mini John Cooper Works Electric

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While the Mini Cooper JCW Electric offers an exciting driving experience, reviewers agree that it isn't a comfortable daily driver.

Geely EX5

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The electric Geely EX5 is sure to tempt buyers due to its attractive price tag and generous equipment list, but rivals offer more battery range.

Citroën ë-C3 Aircross

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The Citroën ë-C3 Aircross is one of the most affordable all-electric family car packages on sale in the UK, praised for its comfort and practicality.

Audi Q3

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Refined, practical and tech-laden - the third-generation Audi Q3 is a solid medium SUV choice, despite its thirsty petrol engines and steep price list.

Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida

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The Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida mild-hybrid is comfortable and competitively priced, but is not as engaging on the road as its all-electric twin.

Mercedes-Benz CLA EQ

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The all-electric Mercedes-Benz CLA EQ has received plenty of reviewer praise for its class-leading battery and infotainment tech.

MG S6 EV

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The MG S6 EV is an impressive new electric family SUV that looks set to shake up the marketplace with its excellent vale and quality.

Jaecoo 5

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The small but spacious Jaecoo 5 SUV is a great value-for-money family car package, but its driving experience leaves a lot to be desired.

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Kia Picanto

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The Kia Picanto has received an unusually broad variation of media review scores, ranging from "Best City Car" awards to "Don't Buy" recommendations.

Toyota RAV4

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The Toyota RAV 4 Hybrid has received generally good, if not great, reviews from the UK automotive media and ranks several points behind the best in its class.

Vauxhall Mokka

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The new Vauxhall Mokka is the first model to feature Vauxhall's latest design language, but it's not as highly rated as the Ford Puma.

Skoda Enyaq

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The Skoda Enyaq is the Czech brand's first bespoke EV and an SUV attracting a lot of positive vibes from reviewers.

Citroën ë-C4 X

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Citroën ë-C4 X is a comfortable electric family car, but it is not the strongest option in its class, particularly when it comes to range.

Renault Mégane E-Tech

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The Renault Megane E-Tech is an all-electric hatchback commended for its battery range and stylish looks, though rivals are more practical.

Omoda 9

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The Omoda 9 is a large plug-in hybrid SUV that is now on sale, but will its competitive pricing attract buyers away from established alternatives?

Dacia Sandero

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The new Dacia Sandero has been highly praised for its value for money, comfort and practicality. Unfortunately, its safety rating is poor.

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Every new and used car we've analysed, with more being added every week

Kia EV3

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The Kia EV3 is a small electric crossover that has been met with plenty of enthusiasm from the motoring media, particularly for its tech and battery range.

Tesla Model 3

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The Tesla Model 3 has been highly praised by the UK media for its performance, driving dynamics and minimalist style, with criticism for some ergonomic issues.

Kia EV6

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The Kia EV6 is Kia’s first dedicated electric car and a very good one – but it is more expensive than the closely related Hyundai Ioniq 5.

MG 4

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Other electric cars are more polished, but reviewers believe the MG 4 is one of the best in its class - its unbeatable pricing is a bonus.

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Mini Cooper Electric

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The all-new second-generation Mini Cooper Electric is a massive improvement on its predecessor, and scores well in all areas.

Renault 5 E-Tech

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Like the Fiat 500 and Mini Cooper, the Renault 5 plays heavily on its retro-inspired styling. But motoring journalists have rated the driving experience highly, as well as its value for money.

Hyundai Inster

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The all-electric Hyundai Inster hatchback is both comfortable and well-equipped, but its price tag is higher than that of its closest rivals.

Renault 4 E-Tech

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Spacious, attractively priced and fun to drive - the charming Renault 4 E-Tech is one of the best small electric cars ranked in our Expert Rating index.

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Tesla Model 3

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The Tesla Model 3 has been highly praised by the UK media for its performance, driving dynamics and minimalist style, with criticism for some ergonomic issues.

Kia EV6

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The Kia EV6 is Kia’s first dedicated electric car and a very good one – but it is more expensive than the closely related Hyundai Ioniq 5.

MG 4

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Other electric cars are more polished, but reviewers believe the MG 4 is one of the best in its class - its unbeatable pricing is a bonus.

Hyundai Ioniq 5

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The Hyundai Ioniq 5 is making waves with its striking design, spacious interior and impressive performance, but its poor ride comfort leaves room for improvement.

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Volkswagen ID.7

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The Volkswagen ID.7 is a comfortable and tech-laden electric saloon with a great battery range, but some reviewers have found it dull to drive.

BMW i5

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Reviewers agree that the talented BMW i5 is one of the most well-rounded electric saloons on the market, but rivals offer more battery range.

BMW 5 Series

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The eight-generation BMW 5 Series has been praised for its intuitive on-board tech, but high pricing remains and issue for reviewers.

Audi A6 e-tron

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The Audi A6 e-tron has impressed reviewers thanks to its comfort and efficiency, but many take issue with the car's interior space.

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Kia EV3

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The Kia EV3 is a small electric crossover that has been met with plenty of enthusiasm from the motoring media, particularly for its tech and battery range.

Skoda Elroq

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The compact electric Skoda Elroq crossover has been praised for its spacious cabin and comfortable drive, as well as its affordable pricing.

BMW iX1

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The BMW iX1 is an electric version of the regular X1 SUV. It offers strong performance, an excellent safety score and low running costs.

Kia Niro EV

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The Kia Niro EV is an electric SUV with impressive on-board tech, practicality and battery range, but the price has gone up over the previous model.

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Toyota bZ4X

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The Toyota bZ4X SUV is a spacious and well-equipped electric all-rounder, but some of awkward design elements hinder its practicality.

Renault Scenic E-Tech

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The Renault Scenic has returned as a family-sized SUV running on electric power, but reviewers take issue with the car's rear visibility.

Tesla Model Y

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The Tesla Model Y offers similar tech and performance to the popular Model 3 with extra practicality, but the ride quality is disappointing.

Cupra Tavascan

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The Cupra Tavascan is an electric coupé-SUV with attractive looks and tech, but those expecting driving thrills will likely be disappointed.

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Kia EV9

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The Kia EV9 is a spacious seven-seat electric SUV and an excellent car. It takes the brand into new territory, and does so successfully.

Hyundai Ioniq 9

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Offering class-leading seven-seat practicality and a competitive battery range, the electric Hyundai Ioniq 9 has been well-received by the motoring media.

Peugeot E-5008

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The electric Peugeot e-5008 is an impressive seven-seat family SUV, but pricier rivals are a bit more comfortable to drive.

Mazda CX-80

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The Mazda CX-80 is a spacious upmarket SUV that is well-equipped as standard, but its plug-in hybrid engine is rather noisy and inefficient.

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Cupra Tavascan

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The Cupra Tavascan is an electric coupé-SUV with attractive looks and tech, but those expecting driving thrills will likely be disappointed.

Volvo EC40

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The Volvo EC40 is a coupé-SUV that is both pleasant and potent on the move, but its price tag is too expensive for it to be a sensible choice.

Skoda Enyaq

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The Skoda Enyaq is the Czech brand's first bespoke EV and an SUV attracting a lot of positive vibes from reviewers.

Ford Capri

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The Ford Capri is an electric coupé-SUV with a spacious upmarket interior and impressive pace, but can it live up to its renowned nameplate?

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Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

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Blistering speed and entertaining driving dynamics make the electric Hyundai Ioniq 5 N a proper driver's car, but its pricing is rather high.

Hyundai i20 N

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Singled out at the Ford Fiesta ST's closest rival to date, the Hyundai i20 N is a very talented small hot hatch that is serious fun to drive.

MG 4 XPower

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The high-performance MG 4 XPower has received a mixed bag of review scores, with praise for its pace and criticism for its driving dynamics.

Honda Civic Type R

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Like its predecessor, the latest Honda Civic Type R has been earmarked as one of the best hot hatches around, despite its hefty price tag.

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BMW 4 Series Convertible

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Refined, practical, well-equipped with impressive performance - the BMW 4 Series is considered a soft-top class-leader, despite its polarising looks.

Fiat 500e

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The new Fiat 500 Electric has been praised for its driving dynamics and interior quality, both of which are much better than the old model.

Ferrari 296

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A supercar that's more eco-friendly but no less ferocious, the Ferrari 296 is a 819hp plug-in hybrid and the Italian brand's first modern V6 model.

Mazda MX-5

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The Mazda MX-5 has been universally acclaimed by the UK motoring media, with many outstanding review scores and award wins every year since it was launched.

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Ferrari 296

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A supercar that's more eco-friendly but no less ferocious, the Ferrari 296 is a 819hp plug-in hybrid and the Italian brand's first modern V6 model.

BMW 4 Series Coupé

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The BMW 4 Series Coupé is a fine-driving two-door and scores highly with reviewers. You just need to get past that enormous grille.

Rolls-Royce Spectre

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The Rolls-Royce Spectre is one of the most luxurious electric cars money can buy, but its ride quality is hindered by its heavy weight.

BMW 2 Series Coupé

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Fast, fun and refined inside, reviewers agree that the 2 Series Coupé is a great showcase of BMW’s abilities, though space is limited in the rear.

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Porsche Macan Electric

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The Porsche Macan Electric is an impressive SUV all-rounder, with pace, practicality, agile handling and a competitive battery range.

Kia EV6 GT

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The Kia EV6 GT is one of the most potent and practical performance cars ever made, but the standard EV6 has a longer electric range.

Tesla Model S

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The Tesla Model S has been a pioneer for electric cars, single-handedly changing the perception of EVs having poor performance and range.

Hyundai i20 N

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Singled out at the Ford Fiesta ST's closest rival to date, the Hyundai i20 N is a very talented small hot hatch that is serious fun to drive.

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Volkswagen ID. Buzz

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The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is perhaps the most hotly anticipated people carrier ever, and early review scores suggest it's worth the hype.

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

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A spacious car with a quality interior, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is an interesting SUV alternative, though top-spec models are pricey.

Ford Tourneo Connect

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The Ford Tourneo Connect is a safe, roomy, versatile and comfortable people carrier, but its interior leaves room for improvement.

Vauxhall Combo Life Electric

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The Vauxhall Combo Life Electric is a spacious and versatile compact people carrier, but it is pricier than its Stellantis stablemates.

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More new car ratings are being added to the Expert Rating Index every day and we continually update each cars whenever we get new information, so keep checking back regularly for the latest updates. In the meantime, you can check out the latest news or read up on some expert car buying advice.

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