First drives

This mid-level F-type coupé S could well be the pick of the range

First Drive

Jaguar F-type coupé S first drive

Our pick of the new Jaguar F-type coupé range, and instantly a classic among sports cars

19 March 2014

Jaguar F-type coupé S first drive

Jaguar's new F-type coupé, even in base form, can reach 62mph in 5.1 seconds

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Jaguar F-type coupé first drive

Even in base form, the new Jaguar F-type coupé is an extremely capable machine

19 March 2014

Jaguar F-type coupé first drive

The updated 2014 Giulietta features a new 2.0-litre diesel engine, improved trim and more equipment

First Drive

2014 Alfa Romeo Giulietta UK first drive

Revised Giulietta boasts an upgraded cabin, a new engine and a tweaked exterior design, but its rivals remain more competent overall

18 March 2014

2014 Alfa Romeo Giulietta UK first drive

The DS5 is a family car aimed at the stylish end of the market

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Citroën DS5 BlueHDi 180 first drive

This new DS5 gets improved efficiency and more power but the ride still needs work

18 March 2014

Citroën DS5 BlueHDi 180 first drive

A 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine producing 69bhp is the sole unit on offer

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2014 Toyota Aygo prototype first drive

Funkier styling with crisper handling means the new Toyota Aygo is shaping up to be a competent Volkswagen Up rival

17 March 2014

2014 Toyota Aygo prototype first drive

S1 delivers 228bhp to all four wheels

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Audi S1 first drive

The Audi S1 is rapid, engaging and fun in all weather conditions, but it's a pricey proposition

14 March 2014

Audi S1 first drive

The Mini Cooper D feels very refined to drive, and torque response makes it an effective overtaking machine

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Mini Cooper D first drive

New BMW three-cylinder diesel engine is very impressive in latest Mini, thanks to excellent economy, superb torque and low CO2. It's competitively priced, too

13 March 2014

Mini Cooper D first drive

The A3 cabriolet is available with three engines at launch, with the 1.4-litre TFSI petrol tested here

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Audi A3 cabriolet UK first drive

Open-top A3 is now bigger and better balanced, plus it impresses with its comfortable ride and quality interior; but 2.0-litre diesel is a better companion than 1.4-litre petrol tested here

13 March 2014

Audi A3 cabriolet UK first drive

The Audi S3 saloon has an impressive 296bhp on tap

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Audi S3 saloon UK first drive

A UK drive of Audi's new potent saloon reveals plenty of talent from the engine and gearbox, but it's let down by numb steering

12 March 2014

Audi S3 saloon UK first drive

The Golf TGI can be run using petrol or compressed natural gas (CNG)

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Volkswagen Golf TGI Bluemotion first drive

Volkswagen adds CNG/petrol variant to ever broadening Golf line-up in Germany, creating a versatile hatchback offering ultra low running costs

12 March 2014

Volkswagen Golf TGI Bluemotion first drive

The all-new Mercedes C-Class is lighter and larger than the outgoing car

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2014 Mercedes-Benz C 250 first drive

Early petrol version of new C-Class trumps its diesel sibling on refinement, but it is not for the UK

10 March 2014

2014 Mercedes-Benz C 250 first drive

The 435d xDrive represents the highest-spec choice in the 4 Series range

First Drive

BMW 435d xDrive M Sport first drive

The BMW 435d xDrive M Sport isn't quite the all-weather, frugal, M-car alternative, but this all-wheel-drive 4 Series possesses distinct appeal, at a price

10 March 2014

BMW 435d xDrive M Sport first drive