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2016 Peugeot 3008 2.0 BlueHDi 180 GT first drive

Range-topping 3008 gets loads of kit and one of the fastest engines in the line-up, but it’s too expensive to recommend ahead of rivals

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22 November 2016
2016 Peugeot 3008 2.0 BlueHDi 180 GT first drive
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2017 Chevrolet Bolt first drive

It fails to inject any more fun into EV driving, but the Bolt certainly makes the prospect of ownership a greater reality - albeit not in the UK

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18 November 2016
2017 Chevrolet Bolt first drive
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2016 Renault Clio 0.9 TCe 90 Dynamique S Nav first drive

First taste of reskinned Clio on UK roads reveals a car that's certainly no worse than before but not considerably better

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18 November 2016
2016 Renault Clio 0.9 TCe 90 Dynamique S Nav first drive
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2016 Seat Leon 1.0 TSI first drive

The introduction of a new petrol engine reinforces the idea that the facelifted Seat Leon is the best cheap family hatchback around

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18 November 2016
2016 Seat Leon 1.0 TSI first drive
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2017 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive first drive

Tiny dimensions and easy drive make it perfect for city use, but this is an expensive Smart that needs to fit with your lifestyle to work best

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17 November 2016
2017 Smart Fortwo Electric Drive first drive
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2016 Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.2d 180 Super first drive

Alfa returns to the executive class after a five-year hiatus, and its diesel Giulia proves the Italian firm has its handling mojo well intact

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17 November 2016
2016 Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.2d 180 Super first drive
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Infiniti Q60 S 3.0T Sport Tech 2017 first drive

Mid-sized Infiniti coupé has pace, richness and refinement but its steering and transmission take the edge off an otherwise impressive drive

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17 November 2016
Infiniti Q60 S 3.0T Sport Tech 2017 first drive
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2016 Maserati Levante Diesel first drive

It's good-looking and capable enough, but the Levante isn't near the top of an extraordinarily potent and well-stocked market

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16 November 2016
2016 Maserati Levante Diesel first drive
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2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport HSE Luxury first drive

Updates to Land Rover's entry-level SUV may be minor, but they make it more usable than ever

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15 November 2016
2017 Land Rover Discovery Sport HSE Luxury first drive
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2017 Nissan Micra 0.9T first drive

The Micra's fortunes have turned; the new supermini is as terrific as the old one was forgettable

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15 November 2016
2017 Nissan Micra 0.9T first drive
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2017 Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI 190 4x4 SE L auto first drive

New Kodiaq combines seven-seat usability with neat tech and decent value for money; lower-powered diesel engine will be the best-seller, but this engine has merits some buyers will appreciate

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14 November 2016
2017 Skoda Kodiaq 2.0 TDI 190 4x4 SE L auto first drive
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2017 Peugeot 3008 1.2 Puretech UK first drive

Practical, decent to drive and featuring a standout cabin, Peugeot's new crossover is an impressive addition to the class

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14 November 2016
2017 Peugeot 3008 1.2 Puretech UK first drive

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