Audi A8 3.0 TDI
A mid-life refresh updates the appeal of Audi's flagship saloon
First Drive

Audi A8 3.0 TDI first drive

This third-generation luxury saloon offers mild styling changes and a new suspension set-up, but the big Audi fails to keep pace with its rivals

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18 October 2013
Audi A8 3.0 TDI first drive
Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid first drive review
The Panamera S E-Hybrid blends impressive frugality with pleasing pace
First Drive

Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid UK first drive

Plug-in hybrid tech gives this Panamera zero-emissions potential for city centres

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16 October 2013
Porsche Panamera S E-Hybrid UK first drive
Toyota i-Road
You can't buy an i-Road yet, as it's still in the trial phase
First Drive

Toyota i-Road first drive

Toyota's urban mobility concept is facing public trials in Japan, and the first responses point to an exciting future

15 October 2013
Toyota i-Road first drive
Hyundai i10 1.0 Premium
The Hyundai i10 will go on sale in the UK in January 2014
First Drive

2014 Hyundai i10 1.0 first drive

Aimed squarely at European buyers, the Korean manufacturer's new city car is appealing to look at, well equipped and fun to drive

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15 October 2013
2014 Hyundai i10 1.0 first drive
Ford Focus 1.6 TDCi
This eco-friendly Focus has a headline figure of 83.1mpg combined
First Drive

Ford Focus Econetic 1.6 TDCi first drive

This eco-friendly version of the Focus emits just 88g/km of CO2, but its price premium is hard to justify

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15 October 2013
Ford Focus Econetic 1.6 TDCi first drive
BMW i3
The i3 is the opening gambit in a new range of i-branded vehicles
First Drive

BMW i3 first drive

Can BMW's stylish new rear-wheel-drive electric car appeal to both the environmentally conscious and car enthusiasts? We find out...

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9 October 2013
BMW i3 first drive
First Drive

DS 3 DSport 2010-2015 first drive

The Citroen DS3 DSport is a positive starting point for the DS range, and a tempting one too

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8 October 2013
DS 3 DSport 2010-2015 first drive
Infiniti Q50 2.2d Sport
The new Q50 is pitched as a 3-series rival, but it isn't just a copy
First Drive

2013 Infiniti Q50 2.2d Sport first drive

The new 3-series rival from Infiniti features a competitive diesel engine and makes for an interesting alternative to more established choices

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8 October 2013
2013 Infiniti Q50 2.2d Sport first drive
SsangYong Korando
Despite an extra 26bhp, the more powerful diesel engine has the same torque developed over a higher and narrower rev band
First Drive

2014 SsangYong Korando first drive

Revisions to the cabin and improved refinement boost the SsangYong Korando, but it’s still some way behind class rivals

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4 October 2013
2014 SsangYong Korando first drive
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI GreenTech
The Skoda Rapid Spaceback costs from £14,340
First Drive

Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI GreenTech first drive

Latest version of the Skoda Rapid offers budget no-frills motoring, but the experience is adequate rather than exemplary

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3 October 2013
Skoda Rapid Spaceback 1.2 TSI GreenTech first drive
Suzuki SX4 S-Cross 1.6 DDiS Allgrip
The 1.6-litre diesel engine is expected to be the most popular in the range
First Drive

Suzuki SX4 S-Cross 1.6 DDiS Allgrip first drive

Deft-handling Suzuki brings verve and value to the Qashqai class, but it's not overly refined or practical

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3 October 2013
Suzuki SX4 S-Cross 1.6 DDiS Allgrip first drive
Volkswagen CrossUp
it might not be a game changer, but that doesn't stop the CrossUp from being a very likeable car
First Drive

Volkswagen CrossUp first drive

Characterful high-riding supermini is neither fast nor roomy — but it is fun to drive and satisfyingly frugal

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26 September 2013
Volkswagen CrossUp first drive

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