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Toyota Aygo X Hybrid review – first drive

The Toyota Aygo X Hybrid is fun, frugal and transformed by its new powertrain. A compelling city car – just be prepared for the higher price tag.

BYD Seal U review

The BYD Seal U has strong equipment, a seamless hybrid system and a competitive price – but the ride and steering let it down.

Jeep Compass Electric review – first UK drive

The Jeep Compass Electric is practical, well-priced and easy to drive – but in a market with more than 30 electric SUV rivals, there are stronger alternatives at a similar price.

Vauxhall Astra Electric review – first drive

The updated Vauxhall Astra Electric is a comfortable, quiet and well-priced family car – and Vauxhall's clever pricing strategy makes it the obvious choice over the petrol and hybrid alternatives.

Hyundai Bayon review – first UK drive

There’s not a lot to get excited about with the Hyundai Bayon, but this is small SUV that still ticks every family car box.

DS Nº8 review – first UK drive

The DS Nº8 is a genuine attempt to build a French luxury alternative to the established mainstream. Our first drive found real ambition – and some shortcomings that are difficult to justify at nearly £70,000.

Toyota C-HR+ review – first drive

In the C-HR+, Toyota has produced its most satisfying electric vehicle so far. It's certainly worth a look.

Kia K4 review – first UK drive

The Kia K4 is a good-looking car, but more importantly it ticks all of the important boxes for family transport.

BMW iX3 review – first UK drive

The new BMW iX3 is the first car from BMW's ambitious Neue Klasse programme – and after driving it, we think it might be the best electric SUV money can buy.

Omoda 7 review – first UK drive

The Omoda 7 is the most complete car the brand has brought to the UK yet – a plug-in hybrid SUV that outperforms the pricier Omoda 9 and undercuts equivalent European rivals by thousands of pounds.

Hyundai Inster review – first UK drive

There is a lot to like about the Hyundai Inster – first-time EV buyers in particular will find it reassuringly easy to drive.

Leapmotor B10 review – first UK drive

The Leapmotor B10 arrives in the UK’s most competitive segment. We test whether its space, equipment and comfort are enough to challenge established electric SUV rivals.

Toyota Urban Cruiser review – first drive

The Toyota Urban Cruiser is quiet and well equipped, but slow charging and an unremarkable driving experience leave it behind many similarly priced small EVs.

BYD Sealion 5 review – first UK drive

The BYD Sealion 5 delivers plug-in hybrid flexibility and strong equipment for the price, but its design, touchscreen usability and driving polish feel a step behind the best rivals.

MG 4 review (2026 facelift)

The updated MG 4 keeps the sharp handling and strong value of the original, with meaningful improvements to the cabin and touchscreen.

Omoda 9 review

The Omoda 9 offers more than 50 miles of real-world electric range and generous equipment, but everyday refinement and seat comfort fall short of the best in class.

Genesis GV60 Pure review

The Genesis GV60 is a mid-size electric crossover with strong comfort, rapid charging and generous equipment. It remains competitive, but newer rivals now offer more range and space.

Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida review

The Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida looks distinctive and is easy to drive, but its coarse petrol engine and tight rear space make it harder to recommend than the electric version.

Dacia Bigster review

The Dacia Bigster is a jack of all trades. You’ll struggle to get a better car for the money that offers as much room, standard equipment and efficiency.

Tesla Model Y test drive

The electric Tesla Model Y has sleek exterior looks and drives smoothly, but its gimmicky features can get in the way. 

Ford Puma Gen-E review

The Ford Puma Gen-E is an affordable electric crossover with decent range and nippy acceleration, but its rivals look that little bit better.

Kia EV5 review – first UK test drive

In an increasingly crowded family electric SUV market, the Kia EV5 is a very strong contender. It focuses on space, comfort and everyday usability, and Kia’s seven-year new car warranty adds welcome reassurance.

Audi Q5 review

The Audi Q5 is stylish, with a large boot and good performance, but it’s expensive, and some interior materials feel cheap.

BYD Seal 6 test drive

What the BYD Seal 6 saloon offers for the money and the general quality of its build could attract plenty of customers.

Renault 4 E-Tech review

Lovely retro looks and a generous standard equipment list, but the Renault 4 E-Tech's questionable real-world range lets it down.

Toyota bZ4X review

The Toyota bZ4X has benefitted from a thorough and detailed update, bringing more driving range and greater refinement. It's now a much better car.

Kia EV4 test drive

At a time when new EVs are appearing almost weekly, the Kia EV4 stands out from the crowd, both the hatch and Fastback offering something different.

Mazda 6e first drive

The Mazda 6e does lack some of the distinction that has been a Mazda feature in the past, but it looks stylish, is comfortable and well-built.

Kia Sportage test drive 2025

The Kia Sportage remains one of the most popular conventional SUVs on the market and the latest updates merely add to the appeal.  

Alpine A290 GTS test drive

This compact Alpine oozes personality and is heaps of fun to drive, but the Renault 5 E-Tech isn't much slower and has a cheaper price tag.

Changan Deepal S07 test drive

Not just another Chinese electric SUV? The Deepal S07 has a lot to like about it and provides a credible debut for Changan’s UK ambitions.

Genesis Electrified GV70 review

While the Genesis Electrified GV70 might seem expensive, its performance is equal to its rivals, while offering much more individuality.

Ford Capri review

An effective addition to the electric family car category, the Ford Capri will appeal to those who want something a little more distinctive than a typical SUV.

Audi A6 Avant e-tron review

The A6 Avant e-tron is stylish, features a large boot, a decent range, and good performance, but is expensive and has a screen-heavy cabin.

BYD Dolphin Surf test drive

Is the Surf a true affordable EV option? It's easy to see this car becoming a popular option for those with limited funds who want to go electric. 

Volkswagen Tayron test drive

Positioned between Volkswagen's Tiguan and Touareg, the large Tayron SUV is a significant investment but one worth making.

Range Rover Velar review

It’s stylish, has a premium badge and a strong engine, but the Range Rover Velar lacks a high-quality interior finish.

Kia Sportage review

The driving might feel the same, but there are plenty of useful updates in the new Kia Sportage that should help it maintain its enormous popularity in the UK.

Xpeng G6 review

This Chinese newcomer offers a lot of space, is easy to drive and comes with intuitive technology that will impress many.

BMW 7 Series test drive

BMW offers its largest luxury saloon as a plug-in hybrid – is it a viable alternative to the all-electric i7?

Renault 5 E-Tech test drive

Is Renault’s new small all-electric hatchback more than just a kickback to times past?

Mini Aceman test drive

The Mini Aceman puts a smile on your face, offers zero-emission driving and a good amount of room for passengers in the back.

BMW iX test drive

The BMW iX appeals to a minority of customers, not the majority. Whatever you think of the polarising styling, underneath it's a fantastic car.

Kia Picanto test drive

As a city car, the Kia Picanto is brilliant – great to drive, plenty of standard kit, well built and with a seven-year warranty. But, the overall score is dragged down by an expired safety rating.

Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica review

The Alfa Romeo Junior Elettrica is a stylish small electric SUV that’s easy to drive and well equipped, but it doesn’t feel as distinctive as you might expect from the badge.

MG S5 EV review

The MG S5 EV is a practical and well-equipped electric family car that offers excellent value for money, although it's not the most exciting to drive.

GWM Ora 03 GT test drive

As an urban runabout, the electric GWM Ora 03 is spacious for a supermini, has an excellent safety rating and comes with an impressive equipment list.

Volkswagen ID.7 review

Is Volkswagen’s all-electric version of the Passat really a car to challenge the big-hitters of the executive market?

Citroën ë-C3 test drive

The Citroën ë-C3 is a great value small electric car, offering impressive comfort and practicality for urban driving at an affordable price.

Mazda CX-80 test drive

There's nothing revolutionary or bar-raising about the Mazda CX-80, but it provides comfortable and competent service as a family SUV. If the styling of the Hyundai Santa Fe is a bit too much for your taste or the Skoda Kodiaq is just a bit too boring, the CX-80 might be a happy medium.

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