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Skoda Fabia Mk 2 review (2007-2014)


A Czech-built cousin of the VW Polo and Seat Ibiza, the Fabia is a no-nonsense supermini offered as a five-door hatchback and mini-estate.
Honda Jazz Mk 2 (2008-2015)

Honda Jazz Mk 2 review (2008-2015)


The Honda Jazz has reigned over the supermini sector for almost as long as it has been on sale.
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Seat Leon Mk 2 review (2005-2012)


The Seat Leon is a five-door hatchback that makes up for its Volkswagen Golf-derived underpinnings with design flair and sporty good looks.
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Seat Ibiza Mk 4 review (2008-on)


The Ibiza is based on the same platform as the VW Polo and Skoda Fabia, and for its sharper design and keen pricing we’d say the Ibiza is the...
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Alfa Romeo MiTo review (2009-2016)


This is Italy’s answer to the Mini Cooper and a spicy Latin alternative to the Audi A1.
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Nissan Qashqai Mk 2 review (2014-on)


When the first Nissan Qashqai was launched in 2007, no one, Nissan included, could have predicted how popular it would become.
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Fiat 500L and 500L Trekking review (2013-on)


The 500L offers more space for trendy new mums and dads who may have been driving a smaller 500, before needing more room.
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Mercedes-Benz E-class W212 review (2009-on)


Focusing on comfort has made the E-class the linchpin of the Mercedes line-up.
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First drive review: Aston Martin V12 Vantage S (2013-on)


FOR DECADES most Aston Martins have looked the part but proved a letdown.
Cadillac CTS (2008-2010)

Cadillac CTS review (2008-2010)


Handsome slice of Americana can't hold a candle to the best from Europe but it is at least strikingly different.
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BMW 1-Series Mk 2 review (2011-on)


The 1-series is the gateway to the BMW range and unless you go used, it's the only way in for less than £20,000.
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Mitsubishi Shogun review (2007-on)


As old as Moses, the Shogun is one of very few mainstream products on sale whose underpinnings date back to the last century.