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2016 Porsche Macan Turbo Performance Package first drive

Uprated Performance Package model lifts the Macan Turbo's game to an even higher level

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20 December 2016
2016 Porsche Macan Turbo Performance Package first drive
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2016 Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 Coupe first drive

The GLC 43 Coupe is decidedly niche but extremely capable - if not as fun to drive as its best performance SUV rivals

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19 December 2016
2016 Mercedes-AMG GLC 43 Coupe first drive
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2016 Renault Grand Scenic 1.6 dCi 130 Dynamique S Nav first drive

Renault’s new Grand Scenic rivals the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso for style but can’t quite match it for substance

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19 December 2016
2016 Renault Grand Scenic 1.6 dCi 130 Dynamique S Nav first drive
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2017 Porsche Panamera 4S UK drive

Not only a superb GT car next to its rivals, but also the pick of the new Panamera range

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16 December 2016
2017 Porsche Panamera 4S UK drive
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2016 Renault Zoe R90 Z.E.40 Signature

Much-improved range and same suite of strengths make the Zoe an EV that more people than ever before can now consider

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16 December 2016
2016 Renault Zoe R90 Z.E.40 Signature
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2018 VW Up GTi prototype first drive

Baby GTi proves that just enough is just fine

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15 December 2016
2018 VW Up GTi prototype first drive
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2017 VW Arteon prototype first drive

Spacious and well appointed, but an overly firm ride lets this prototype model down for now

15 December 2016
2017 VW Arteon prototype first drive
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2017 VW Tiguan Allspace prototype first drive

A decent seven-seat conversion, although rearmost passenger space is tight

15 December 2016
2017 VW Tiguan Allspace prototype first drive
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2016 Mini Clubman John Cooper Works first drive

The Mini Clubman JCW gets four-wheel drive to marshal its extra power - but the end result hardly justifies the premium

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15 December 2016
2016 Mini Clubman John Cooper Works first drive
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2016 Infiniti Q60 2.0T Premium Tech first drive

With a 2.0-litre turbo engine, Infiniti's premium coupé is refined and brisk enough but remains a left-field choice

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15 December 2016
2016 Infiniti Q60 2.0T Premium Tech first drive
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2017 Mercedes-AMG GT R first drive

Backs up its aggressive looks and ferocious noise with a stunning drive. Worth the extra over an AMG GT S? Every last bit of it

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14 December 2016
2017 Mercedes-AMG GT R first drive
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2017 Kia Optima GT first drive

Kia’s first attempt at a European sports saloon has creditable pace and purpose but wants for more dynamic finesse and true driver engagement

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13 December 2016
2017 Kia Optima GT first drive

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