The Veloster returns economy of 43.3mpg from its 1591cc four-cylinder engine
The Hyundai Veloster is practical and well equipped, but not as dynamic as a Scirocco or Astra GTC
On the right road the S4 can really entertain, but if you’re not in the mood, it won’t beat you up
New petrol engine makes for a punchier, crisper, more entertaining drive in revised Soul
The Kia Optima is a Ford Mondeo-sized four-door. A wagon will be available in the future
The Kia Optima blends high equipment and high value in a roomy, fine-looking package, but manual diesel isn't always on the case
Extra practicality of rear cabin should help bolster appeal of revised sports hatch
118bhp, 221lb ft 1.6-litre turbodiesel will arrive in the UK at the end of 2012
The Vauxhall Astra 1.7 CDTi Ecoflex has 128bhp and 221lb ft
Despite a raft of tweaks aimed at achieving impressive frugality, this Vauxhall Astra 1.7 CDTi Ecoflex Exclusiv still offers an engaging driver experience
Few buyers will need anything more out of their Evoque than that provided by the more economical front-wheel dive version.
All-electric version of iQ makes just as much sense as its petrol-powered sibling
Toyota expands the Prius line-up with seven-seat people carrier
Not much fun to steer, but if you have to drive it yourself, you probably can’t afford one anyway
If hybrids aren't your thing, this ultra-efficient saloon could be of interest
In spite of growing competition from the petrol-hybrid crowd, Audi continues to squeeze more mpg from its diesel range with this new Audi A4
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W1's turbocharged 4.0-litre V8 puts out a huge 915bhp on its own
F1 is a "huge booster for awareness" regardless of track position, said de Meo
