First drives

First Drive

Bentley Mulsanne Speed 2017 first drive

An enthralling delight on so many levels, and yet disappointing in a few critical areas

23 February 2017

Bentley Mulsanne Speed 2017 first drive

Audi A5 2.0 TFSI 252 quattro S line S tronic

First Drive

Audi A5 Cabriolet 2.0 TFSI 252 quattro S line S tronic 2017 first drive

The new 2017 Audi A5 Cabriolet is faster, stiffer and more efficient. But enough stats; is it more fun in the sun? Well yes - of sorts

23 February 2017

Audi A5 Cabriolet 2.0 TFSI 252 quattro S line S tronic 2017 first drive

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Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2.0 280 Super AWD 2017 first drive

The Stelvio is as entertaining as the Alfa Romeo badge promises, combining enthusiastic thrust with enjoyable handling. Ride is an unknown, though

22 February 2017

Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2.0 280 Super AWD 2017 first drive

2017 Smart Forfour Electric Drive review

First Drive

Smart Forfour Electric Drive 2017 first drive

First electric five-door Smart has a limited range and a high price, but it’s the best EV offering from the brand and could be a great green city car option for some

22 February 2017

Smart Forfour Electric Drive 2017 first drive

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Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.0 MultiAir Super 2017 first drive

Petrol Giulia will be a niche choice for buyers, but it's an excellent one if you won't do enough miles to justify a diesel

21 February 2017

Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.0 MultiAir Super 2017 first drive

Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 BiTDI 240 SE L 4Motion DSG

First Drive

Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 BiTDI 240 4Motion DSG SE L 2017 first drive

The most powerful Tiguan variant makes for an expensive option - but a thoroughly likeable one

21 February 2017

Volkswagen Tiguan 2.0 BiTDI 240 4Motion DSG SE L 2017 first drive

Volkswagen Passat Alltrack 2.0 TDI 4Motion front view

First Drive

2017 Volkswagen Passat Alltrack 2.0 TDI 4Motion

Latest Passat Alltrack is one of the best examples of that most inoffensive of things, the all-seasons estate

17 February 2017

2017 Volkswagen Passat Alltrack 2.0 TDI 4Motion

First Drive

2017 Hyundai i30 1.0 T-GDi 120 SE Nav

A UK drive in the Hyundai i30 reveals a rounded and capable hatchback, but not one to challenge the class best

17 February 2017

2017 Hyundai i30 1.0 T-GDi 120 SE Nav

First Drive

2017 Peugeot 5008 first drive

Handsome seven-seater offers a smart interior with certain key practicality benefits, but it’s a slightly mixed bag to drive.

16 February 2017

2017 Peugeot 5008 first drive

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2017 Land Rover Discovery first drive

The fifth-generation Discovery is simply one of the world's most capable cars, even with the 2.0-litre engine

15 February 2017

2017 Land Rover Discovery first drive

Audi A4 Allroad quattro Sport 3.0 TDI 218 S tronic front view

First Drive

2017 Audi A4 Allroad quattro Sport 3.0 TDI 218 S tronic

Smooth, powerful, frugal, comfortable and plenty more, the Allroad is the Audi A4 at its very best; not as thrusting as its rangemates, but all the more likeable for it

14 February 2017

2017 Audi A4 Allroad quattro Sport 3.0 TDI 218 S tronic