First Drive

2016 Skoda Superb 2.0 TSI 280 Sport Line first drive

Sport Line trim makes a strong case for itself here, adding desirable kit without hurting the Superb's plush ride and handling

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27 October 2016
2016 Skoda Superb 2.0 TSI 280 Sport Line first drive
First Drive

2016 Kia Optima Sportswagon 1.7 CRDi GT-Line S DCT first drive

It has the raw ingredients to be a decent car, but sadly the Kia Optima Sportswagon hasn't the polish to really shine

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27 October 2016
2016 Kia Optima Sportswagon 1.7 CRDi GT-Line S DCT first drive
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2016 BMW M240i

More power, more speed, more noise: BMW's revamped and renamed performance coupé is sweeter than ever

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26 October 2016
2016 BMW M240i
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2016 Volkswagen Up 1.0 TSI High Up first drive

A new turbocharged three-pot injects some fun into VW's slick Up city car and makes it a more rounded package

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26 October 2016
2016 Volkswagen Up 1.0 TSI High Up first drive
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2017 Vauxhall Insignia Grand Sport prototype first drive

We review the next-generation Vauxhall Insignia and find that, while still disguised and giving little away about its appearance, it's encouragingly good to drive

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25 October 2016
2017 Vauxhall Insignia Grand Sport prototype first drive
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2016 Ford Kuga 1.5 Ecoboost 182 ST-Line first drive

The Kuga ST-Line is enjoyable to drive, but this version of the 1.5-litre Ecoboost engine doesn't suit Ford's SUV

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25 October 2016
2016 Ford Kuga 1.5 Ecoboost 182 ST-Line first drive
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2017 Audi S5 Sportback first drive

New S5 Sportback is more spacious, better to drive and offers a calmer ride than before, but rivals offer greater involvement

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20 October 2016
2017 Audi S5 Sportback first drive
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2016 Renault Clio RS 220 Trophy UK first drive

Mildly revised hot hatch is enjoyable on UK roads but continues to play second fiddle to the Ford Fiesta ST

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19 October 2016
2016 Renault Clio RS 220 Trophy UK first drive
First Drive

2016 Smart Fortwo Brabus xclusive cabrio first drive

Mechanical upgrades make the Smart Fortwo Brabus cabrio better to drive, but it’s too pricey to recommend

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18 October 2016
2016 Smart Fortwo Brabus xclusive cabrio first drive
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2017 Citroen C3 1.2 Puretech 82 first drive

Not a class leader objectively, but the C3's funky good looks and a swish interior give it subjective appeal. Needs the more powerful petrol, though

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14 October 2016
2017 Citroen C3 1.2 Puretech 82 first drive
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2016 BMW M140i first drive

Rear-drive balance, a smooth six-pot motor and a beautifully judged eight-speed gearbox: the M140i is as rewarding as the car it replaces

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13 October 2016
2016 BMW M140i first drive
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2016 BMW 740Le xDrive UK first drive

BMW's new 740Le successfully blends low emissions with luxury and strong real-world pace, but it's undoubtedly a niche proposition

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12 October 2016
2016 BMW 740Le xDrive UK first drive

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