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Volvo V40 review (2013-on)


The new Volvo V40 is a hatchback aimed straight at the Golf, the Audi A3, the BMW 1-series and the Ford Focus, with which it shares much under its...
Volkwagen Touran Mk 2 (2010-2015)

Volkwagen Touran Mk 2 review (2010-2015)


The Touran is the car Ned Flanders would drive if he lived in Surrey rather than Springfield; the most sensible, rational and dull buying choice a...
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Volkswagen CC review (2008-on)


The CC is the VW Passat’s slinkier brother, combining four-door saloon car practicality with coupé looks.
Volkswagen Tiguan (2008-2016)

Volkswagen Tiguan review (2008-2016)


The compact SUV market is a crowded one but Volkswagen’s contribution is a very strong contender with a conservative but appealing design, great...
Volkswagen Phaeton (2002-2015)

Volkswagen Phaeton review (2002-2015)


People's car maker Volkswagen must have sported some serious cojones if it thought launching a luxury vehicle into a sector dominated by Mercedes...
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Volkswagen Beetle Mk 2 review (2012-on)


This is VW’s second attempt at convincing the world to fall in love with the Sixties love bug all over again.
2012 Toyota GT86 review

Toyota GT86 review (2012 - on)


A new, state-of-the-art blast from the past, the GT86 recalls a time when sports cars sold not because they had the right badge, image or 0-60 time...
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Volkswagen Scirocco Mk 3 review (2008-on)


It’s not often that concept cars keep their original form when they make production. Volkswagen managed it with the latest version of the Scirocco...
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VW Golf GTD Mk 7 review (2013-on)


The GTD is the oil-burning equivalent of the legendary Golf GTI with the same sporty character, but in a much more sober suit.
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First drive review: Mini John Cooper Works GP (2013)


This little number isnt just quick, it is the fastest road-going Mini the company has yet produced. No question, the John Cooper Works GP is the hottest...
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VW Golf GTI Mk 7 review (2012-on)


The Golf GTI needs no introduction. Oh all right, then: this is the seventh generation of the mature driver's hot hatch, launched in 2012.
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First drive review: Mini Cooper S Paceman (2012)


If copying really is the sincerest form of flattery, then the folks at Land Rover must be glowing with self-satisfaction.