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Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe E 220 d 4Matic 2017 first drive

Sleek new E-Class Coupé delivers in spades on refinement, equipment and luxury, if not quite so much on outright agility

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9 March 2017
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe E 220 d 4Matic 2017 first drive
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Abarth 595 Competizione 2017 first drive

The Abarth 595 gets treated to a light refresh as part of the 500's facelift. We've driven the Competizione on demanding North Yorkshire roads

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6 March 2017
Abarth 595 Competizione 2017 first drive
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Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI SE L 2017 first drive

Despite sharper aesthetics and a slicker infotainment system, the Octavia remains a car you buy with your head. That’s precisely why it's so popular

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3 March 2017
Skoda Octavia 1.4 TSI SE L 2017 first drive
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Renault Megane Sport Tourer dCi 110 2017 first drive

With the 1.5-litre diesel, the Renault Mégane Sport Tourer is refined and frugal but disappointing to drive

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3 March 2017
Renault Megane Sport Tourer dCi 110 2017 first drive
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BMW 530d M Sport 2017 first drive

Arguably not the plushest executive car, nor the sportiest, but our UK drive shows a breadth of ability that defines the BMW 530d M Sport a class act

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2 March 2017
BMW 530d M Sport 2017 first drive
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Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 Coupe 2017 first drive

It may be quick, but the Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 Coupé isn’t much fun and far less practical than the regular GLC

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2 March 2017
Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 Coupe 2017 first drive
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Skoda Yeti 2.0 TDI 150 Outdoor SE L Drive 4x4 2017 first drive

New Skoda Yeti Drive trim adds appeal to what's undeniably now an old car. It's still decent to drive, but there are swisher rivals

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2 March 2017
Skoda Yeti 2.0 TDI 150 Outdoor SE L Drive 4x4 2017 first drive
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Volkswagen ID Concept 2017 first drive

Short drives in the Volkswagen ID gives us a brief glimpse into an automotive future that's looking increasingly autonomous

2 March 2017
Volkswagen ID Concept 2017 first drive
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Subaru BRZ SE Lux 2017 first drive

With its fractionally sharper dynamics, well-appointed interior and keen price, the Subaru BRZ has never made a stronger case for itself

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28 February 2017
Subaru BRZ SE Lux 2017 first drive
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Smart Forfour Brabus Xclusive 2017 first drive

In an urban environment, the Smart Forfour Brabus has some appeal. However, on the open road, you soon learn that it's no hot hatchback

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24 February 2017
Smart Forfour Brabus Xclusive 2017 first drive
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Range Rover Sport 3.0 V6 Supercharged HSE Dynamic 2017 first drive

New supercharged 3.0-litre V6 adds a cheaper petrol option to the Range Rover Sport line-up, but it isn't as likeable as the diesels

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24 February 2017
Range Rover Sport 3.0 V6 Supercharged HSE Dynamic 2017 first drive
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Abarth 124 Spider 2017 first drive

An expensive proposition, yes, but the Abarth 124 Spider thrills and excites enough on UK roads to send its price to the back of your mind

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24 February 2017
Abarth 124 Spider 2017 first drive

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