Road Tests
Citroen DS3 Racing
John Simister: The DS3 R should have been a cracker, but lovers of feisty French hatchbacks could be disappointed.
Inside Road Tests
iDrive: Mercedes-Benz SLK 200 Blue Efficency
Friday, 18 March 2011
The Merc SLK 200 – ‘a blend of dainty style and raw power’
Aston Martin V8 Vantage
Sunday, 13 March 2011
At last, after a series of clever tweaks, the Aston Martin Vantage is the supercar it promised to be
Car Choice: Vauxhall VXR8
Sunday, 6 March 2011
It's not for the eco-minded, but this saloon puts its European and Japanese rivals in the shade
Nissan Leaf
Saturday, 5 March 2011
Price: £23,990
Top speed: Over 90mph Range 109 miles (EU NEDC test)
Tailpipe C02 emissions: zero
CO2 impact: depends on power station fuel mix
Best for: short journeys
Also worth considering? Lexus CT 200h, Mitsubishi i-MiEV, Toyota Prius
iDrive: The Vauxhall Astra Tourer – it’s time to look beyond the badge
Friday, 4 March 2011
Vauxhalls sell despite its name, rather than because of it and that makes the company’s UK sales success all the more remarkable: one-in-eight cars leaving British showrooms carry a griffin badge.
Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi Premium 7-seat Manual
Monday, 28 February 2011
Hyundai's second-generation Santa Fe marked quite a leap forward compared with its predecessor when it was launched back in 2006.
Honda Jazz Hybrid
Sunday, 27 February 2011
It sounds perfect for the urban family, but you can have too much of a good thing
Vauxhall Antara 2.2 CDTi 184 SE
Sunday, 20 February 2011
After a false start, Vauxhall has overhauled its crossover SUV – and made a good job of it, too
Volkswagen Jetta 2.0 TDI
Sunday, 13 February 2011
VW's new small saloon is just a cynical attempt to make as much profit as possible. But it won't work in Europe
Sean O'Grady: The Nissan Juke feels like a blood-engorged but fearsome beast
Friday, 11 February 2011
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