First Drive

2017 Seat Leon Cupra 300

An extra 10bhp doesn't add a huge amount to the Seat Leon Cupra 300, but it remains a decent all-rounder in the hot hatch class

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14 February 2017
2017 Seat Leon Cupra 300
First Drive

2017 BMW 5 Series 520d SE

The latest BMW 5 Series is arguably the most complete executive car out there, as long as you spec it correctly

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13 February 2017
2017 BMW 5 Series 520d SE
First Drive

2017 Audi S4 saloon

It’s business as usual for the latest Audi S4 with rapid all-weather pace but a slightly numb driving experience

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10 February 2017
2017 Audi S4 saloon
First Drive

2017 Honda Civic Type R Black Edition

Bespoke styling for no extra cost makes the limited edition Honda Civic Type R Black Edition a good buy

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10 February 2017
2017 Honda Civic Type R Black Edition
First Drive

2017 Skoda Octavia 1.6 TDI SE L

Aside from its unfortunate new split headlights, the new Skoda Octavia hasn't really changed a bit. And that's a good thing

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8 February 2017
2017 Skoda Octavia 1.6 TDI SE L
First Drive

2017 Toyota Prius Plug-in

Bigger-batteried Prius is frugal and works well as an urban EV, but it’s not the template we hope the PHEV of the future will be based upon

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8 February 2017
2017 Toyota Prius Plug-in
First Drive

2017 Mazda MX-5 RF 2.0 160 UK first drive

Heavier and allegedly more civilised Mazda MX-5 RF feels that bit better sorted than the roadster dynamically, but struggles for better refinement

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8 February 2017
2017 Mazda MX-5 RF 2.0 160 UK first drive
First Drive

2017 Volvo V90 Cross Country UK first drive

If you're not a fan of SUVs, then Volvo's jacked-up estate combines go-anywhere practicality with good looks and a superb interior

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7 February 2017
2017 Volvo V90 Cross Country UK first drive
First Drive

2017 Volvo S90 R-Design D5 PowerPulse AWD

The Volvo S90 R-Design is a thoroughly recommendable car, but even this most sporting S90 doesn't offer the polished dynamics that its rivals do

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7 February 2017
2017 Volvo S90 R-Design D5 PowerPulse AWD
First Drive

2017 Volvo V90 D4 R-Design

Outstanding looks and competitively priced, but uncomfortable R-Design sports suspension erodes the appeal of the Volvo V90 R-Design

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6 February 2017
2017 Volvo V90 D4 R-Design
First Drive

2017 BMW M760Li xDrive

The M760Li isn't just the fastest 7 Series, it's the fastest production BMW. We find out it's also a pretty convincing package for those who can

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4 February 2017
2017 BMW M760Li xDrive
First Drive

2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI

Subtle changes to VW’s hot hatch icon are good news for a car that needed little fixing; it's one of the most expertly judged and complete performance machines you can buy

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3 February 2017
2017 Volkswagen Golf GTI

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