Dynamically, the Mazda 3 is right near the top of the class
The previous version of Mazda’s Focus rival is a great buy, but dismiss the diesels if you don't do big miles
Diesels are by far the most common, using a 3.0-litre V6
Italian brand’s executive saloon makes sense as a premium-badged alternative to the 3 Series
Clio looks good, especially on Dynamique S-spec alloy wheels
This stylish supermini has a lot going for it. We peruse specs and prices as the arrival of its replacement looms
It’s a compact SUV for keen drivers at down-to-earth money, and it comes in many different forms
In theory a 1.5 is the purist’s choice, but more 2.0s are sold
An approved used MX-5 can save you thousands over a new one
The Yeti's boxy looks gave it a distinct character
Skoda’s characterful Yeti proved to be a minor masterstroke, as would buying one
All GSs have plenty of kit and the build integrity of a nuclear bunker
A Lexus keeps its owner satisfied, and a nearly new GS shows why
Model was a big all-round improvement on the original
This high performer is now half the price it was when new
Go-faster cues are subtle in the GTI and R
The only thing better than a new Golf GTI or R is a nearly new one
C-Class looks like an S-Class that has been on too hot a wash
In a new series that looks at nearly new deals, we eye a ‘shrunken S-Class’
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