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Richard Dredge

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Audi A3 Mk 1 review (1996-2003)

The Audi A3 was a riposte to the BMW 3-series Compact, a three-door hatch launched in 1994 which had introduced buyers to the idea of a premium small...
Published 14 March 2014
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Audi A3 Mk 2 review (2003-2012)

The Audi A3 is arguably the car that introduced the concept of the small, premium-badged hatchback.
Published 14 March 2014
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BMW 3-series E90 review (2005-2012)

The BMW 3-series outsells the Ford Mondeo in the UK, yet it’s perceived as being far more exclusive. That’s the power of marketing for...
Published 13 March 2014
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Mercedes-Benz E-class W211 review (2002-2009)

The Mercedes E-class has been a constant for two decades and when it first appeared in the early 1990s (with the now-legendary W124 codename) it was...
Published 13 March 2014
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Ford Focus Mk 2 review (2004-2011)

The Ford Focus is one of the UK’s most desirable cars. There are masses to choose from, used prices are very tempting and it's great to drive.
Published 13 March 2014
Ford Fiesta Mk 7 review

Ford Fiesta Mk 6 review (2008-2017)

The sixth take on the Ford Fiesta, launched in 2008, is the best car in its class to drive and the only reason for not buying one...
Published 11 March 2014
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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...
Published 11 March 2014