Expert Rating Index

Our award-winning Expert Rating Index compiles and aggregates millions of key data points to bring you the definitive rating of every new car

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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 16,000 new car reviews from 35 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 2024, we have more than 580 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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Newest cars

The latest cars added to the Expert Rating Index

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.

Peugeot 5008

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The spacious seven-seat Peugeot 5008 SUV has smart looks and a polished interior, but it's not very exciting on the road.

KGM Torres EVX

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The KGM Torres EVX is spacious and well-equipped, but reviewers find it hard to recommend the electric SUV due to its pricing and driving experience.

BMW X3

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The fourth-generation BMW X3 SUV is a certain improvement over its predecessor, but some reviewers take issue with the interior trim.

Mercedes-AMG GT

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Combining thrilling pace with driving comfort and practicality, the Mercedes-AMG GT is an impressive coupé with an expensive price tag and running costs.

Vauxhall Grandland

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The second-generation Vauxhall Grandland is comfortable and well-equipped, but it struggles to stand out in a competitive family SUV category.

Vauxhall Grandland Electric

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The Vauxhall Grandland Electric has a commendable battery range and attractive pricing, but little else makes it stand out from its rivals.

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.

Popular cars

Most popular cars in the Expert Rating Index over the last seven days

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.

Mercedes-Benz A-Class

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The Mercedes-Benz A-Class has received good reviews and awards from the UK media, with praise for its comfort, refinement and safety kit.

Peugeot 5008

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The spacious seven-seat Peugeot 5008 SUV has smart looks and a polished interior, but it's not very exciting on the road.

Mitsubishi ASX (2010 to 2021)

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The Mitsubishi ASX scored poorly according to our Expert Rating aggregator. In fact, it's one of the lowest-rated cars we've ever analysed.

Mercedes-Benz GLA

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The new Mercedes-Benz GLA crosover range is considered a big improvement over the original model, but it's let down by a high price tag.

Honda Civic (2017 to 2022)

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The Honda Civic has received consistently good reviews from the UK media, with particular praise for its practicality and generous levels of standard equipment.

Abarth 595 (2015 to 2024)

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The Abarth 595 is a car you buy with heart rather than head, with practical shortcomings and a high price, but it's great fun to drive.

Skoda Enyaq

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

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

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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.

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.

Skoda Enyaq

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

Cupra Born

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The Cupra Born is an all-electric hatchback commended for its practical interior and battery range, though reviewers find its performance underwhelming.

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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.

Citroën ë-C3

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The electric Citroën ë-C3 emphasises value for money rather than technology or luxuries. It's also another way of saying it's a bit austere.

Volkswagen Polo

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The Volkswagen Polo has received generally good media reviews, with praise for its high levels of build quality and general refinement.

BYD Dolphin

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The electric BYD Dolphin has the interior comfort and low pricing to turn heads, but its driving dynamics have not fostered much praise.

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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.

Cupra Born

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The Cupra Born is an all-electric hatchback commended for its practical interior and battery range, though reviewers find its performance underwhelming.

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.

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.

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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.

Skoda Superb

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UK reviewers find the fourth-generation Skoda Superb easy to recommend, due to its spacious and practical interior with intuitive on-board tech.

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.

Mercedes-Benz EQS

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A sophisticated tech-laden EV, the Mercedes-Benz EQS is a high-end saloon highlighted for its futuristic interior and class-leading battery range.

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Ford Explorer

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The Ford Explorer has returned as a practical battery-powered SUV, but how will it fare in an already crowded electric SUV market?

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.

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.

Smart #3

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Reviews of the Smart #3 have been mixed. It's spacious, smooth and quiet, but the drive is uninspired and the touchscreen is heavily criticised.

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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.

Skoda Enyaq

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

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.

Nissan Ariya

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The Nissan Ariya is a capable all-rounder and a serious EV contender, but rivals have more storage space and it's by no means cheap.

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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.

Skoda Kodiaq

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The Skoda Kodiaq has been commended for its interior space, practicality and refined engines, but it's not that exciting to drive.

BMW iX

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The BMW iX is a large all-electric SUV that is the most technologically advanced BMW to date, but its grandeur requires deep pockets.

Lexus RX

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The Lexus RX is an upmarket SUV that offers and efficient and leisurely driving experience, but its rivals are more engaging to drive.

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Skoda Enyaq

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

Smart #3

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Reviews of the Smart #3 have been mixed. It's spacious, smooth and quiet, but the drive is uninspired and the touchscreen is heavily criticised.

Audi Q4 e-tron

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The Audi Q4 e-tron electric SUV offers quality, practicality and comfort, but optional extras can drive the price up very quickly.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

Abarth 500e

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The all-electric Abarth 500e is a nimble performance-enhanced city car with sporty looks and character, but its petrol siblings are faster.

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Fiat 500 Electric

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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.

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.

BMW M4

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The new 2021 BMW M4 is incredibly powerful but equally flexible, but the front-end styling is dividing opinion among reviewers.

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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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.

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.

BMW M4

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The new 2021 BMW M4 is incredibly powerful but equally flexible, but the front-end styling is dividing opinion among reviewers.

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.

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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 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.

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.

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.

Citroën ë-Berlingo

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The Citroën ë-Berlingo is a practical electric people carrier that is peaceful to drive, but its battery range is shorter than its rivals.

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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.