The Fabia's biggest problem is its staid, conservative and resolutely sensible image
All-new diesel Fabia makes for a tempting ownership proposition
It won’t save the planet, but Peugeot/Citroen’s new diesel micro-hybrid system is still worth having
The 178bhp TSI engine is powerful, flexible and rewarding to use
Hot baby estate is a niche within a niche, but it pleasingly blends performance and practicality
The First now has a larger 1.6 engine
Improved base Mini, not exactly cheap but refined, comfortable and with a better engine
Renault claims a top speed of 87mph
Great in the city, reasonably priced and cheap to run - but there are ride and range concerns
Car has a range of 150km, or 93 miles
Makes electric tech feel like something you could use every day
Power delivery is smooth, with 273lb ft of torque at 3500rpm
Facelift builds on the car's strengths - but some of its core failings remain
Reduced-capacity A3 isn’t as satisfying to use as we’d hoped
Already available in other VWs, the impressive 1.6-litre diesel suits the Touran well
Revitalised Touran is refined, comfortable and practical
If you’re in the market for a large SUV or upmarket estate it’s worth considering
Entry-level 9-5 is spacious, sophisticated in looks and has a fine cockpit
New electro-mechanical steering provides a direct feel
Roomier, classier and more refined than old car, yet it also uses less fuel and rides better
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