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 17,000 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 April 2025, we have more than 600 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

Jaecoo 7

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The Jaecoo 7 is a new compact SUV from China. It has received decent reviews to date – we have everything you need to know right here.

Dacia Bigster

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Despite interior quality and driving refinement criticisms, the Dacia Bigster SUV has impressed reviewers thanks to its excellent value-for-money.

MG S5 EV

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The compact MG S5 EV is a well-priced crossover perfectly capable of ferrying the family from A to B, but it is rather dull to drive.

Renault Rafale

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The Renault Rafale is a smart looking coupé-SUV that is spacious and well-priced, but close competitors offer a better driving experience.

Citroën C4 X

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Comfortable and reasonably priced, the Citroën C4 X has a larger boot than its C4 sibling, but reviewers criticize the car's cheap interior quality.

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.

Citroën C3

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The affordable Citroën C3 doesn't introduce anything groundbreaking to the small car class, but is one of the most comfortable small cars on sale.

Ford Puma Gen-E

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The Car Expert has all you need to know about the upcoming Ford Puma Gen-E, the electric version of Britain's best-selling new car.

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.

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.

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.

MG S5 EV

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The compact MG S5 EV is a well-priced crossover perfectly capable of ferrying the family from A to B, but it is rather dull to drive.

Dacia Bigster

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Despite interior quality and driving refinement criticisms, the Dacia Bigster SUV has impressed reviewers thanks to its excellent value-for-money.

Peugeot 3008 (2017 to 2024)

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The Peugeot 3008 SUV has received unanimously positive media reviews, as well as many awards in the UK and internationally.

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.

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (2014 to 2021)

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An upmarket MPV praised for its practicality and cabin quality, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer was well regarded, though expensive.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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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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.

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.

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.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.

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 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.

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Volvo EX30

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The critically-acclaimed electric Volvo EX30 is a compelling family car package, but compromised practicality may deter some buyers.

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.

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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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.

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.

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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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.

BYD Seal U

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The plug-in hybrid BYD Seal U is well-built and well-priced, but reviewers conclude that the SUV has rather underwhelming driving dynamics.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.