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Mini Countryman SE ALL4

Electric Mini Countryman reviewed

Cheesy details aside, the new Mini Countryman and electric power go well together, writes Matt Robinson.
Published 05 March 2024
Volvo EX30

Volvo EX30 EV reviewed: Small and powerful

The new EX30 is Volvo’s smallest model, and potentially its fastest too. Neil Briscoe tries it out for size.
Published 04 March 2024
BMW iX2

BMW X2 and iX2 2024 review

If you’re in the market for a premium-badged yet compact coupé-SUV costing around 50 to 60 grand, in petrol or EV form, BMW has you covered.
Published 27 February 2024
Skoda Enyaq Coupé 85x

Updated Skoda Enyaq driven ... in the Sahara

Skoda has updated its electric Enyaq for 2024 with more power and a longer driving range; Dave Humphreys puts it to the test… in the Sahara.
Published 22 February 2024
Volkswagen Tiguan

2024 VW Tiguan review

The new Tiguan’s long-range plug-in hybrid might just be a better fit for many than a fully-electric model. Neil Briscoe tries it out for size.
Published 22 February 2024

2024 Range Rover Sport SV review

The high-performance Range Rover Sport is the most capable and most powerful car to wear the badge, but is that enough to justify the price?
Published 16 February 2024
Audi S3 Sportback

2024 Audi S3 review

The updated Audi S3 is shaping up to be much more than the typical mid-life facelift, as Shane O' Donoghue discovers.
Published 12 February 2024
2024 Tesla Model 3 driving

Updated Tesla Model 3 review

The new Tesla Model 3 has sharper looks, improved infotainment and uprated suspension. Will Dron likes the car but wouldn't want to own one.
Published 25 January 2024
Rolls-Royce Spectre

Rolls-Royce Spectre EV review

Rolls-Royce was so hellbent on getting its first EV right that Shane O’ Donoghue reckons it overshadows nearly every other model in the line-up.
Published 18 January 2024
Hyundai Santa Fe

Hyundai Santa Fe SUV review

Hyundai says its new Santa Fe was designed around the needs of its rear passengers; Shane O’ Donoghue checks it out from the driver’s seat, too.
Published 15 December 2023
Kia EV9 driving

Kia EV9 electric seven-seat SUV review

The big EV9 fills a tiny but important niche, and will keep Volvo's boss awake at night, reckons Will Dron.
Published 11 December 2023
Peugeot e-308

Peugeot e-308 review

The Peugeot e-308 looks great and drives even better than the petrol 308... but there's one major issue that can't be overlooked, says Will Dron.
Published 07 December 2023