First drives

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Audi R8 V10 2019 UK first drive

Overhauled engine makes the greatest thing about the R8 even greater, even if the restrained looks and handling poise of the original are becoming an ever-more-distant memory

22 March 2019

Audi R8 V10 2019 UK first drive

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Porsche 911 Carrera 4S 2019 UK first drive

Eighth-generation sports coupé takes to UK roads supremely well, even in four-wheel drive form

21 March 2019

Porsche 911 Carrera 4S 2019 UK first drive

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Volkswagen Polo GTI 2019 long-term test

Final report: does VW’s hot supermini prioritise quality over driving fun? We found out over four months

20 March 2019

Volkswagen Polo GTI 2019 long-term test

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BMW Z4 sDrive20i Sport 2019 first drive

This entry-level roadster charms as an all-rounder, but is it the dynamic showcase BMW says it is?

20 March 2019

BMW Z4 sDrive20i Sport 2019 first drive

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BMW X7 2019 first drive

Vaster than our road networks need, but undeniably capacious and finely furnished with it. Brisk and defter than most seven-seaters but no sports SUV

19 March 2019

BMW X7 2019 first drive

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Peugeot 5008 long-term test

Did six months with Peugeot's seven-seater prove it has a place among the largest family SUVs?

18 March 2019

Peugeot 5008 long-term test

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Porsche 911 Cabriolet 2019 first drive

There are fewer compromises in the drop-top 911 than ever. It's imperious and competent, if rewarding only at full attack

14 March 2019

Porsche 911 Cabriolet 2019 first drive

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Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro 2019 first drive

More potent petrol engine shared with the Golf GTI gives Audi’s second-generation compact SUV welcome added pace

14 March 2019

Audi Q3 45 TFSI quattro 2019 first drive

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Seat Leon Cupra R ST 2019 first drive

Practical Leon ST gains 4WD, and nearly 300bhp. Is this the car that should have launched the Cupra brand?

13 March 2019

Seat Leon Cupra R ST 2019 first drive

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Tesla Model 3 Performance 2019 first drive

Range-topping electric saloon's two motors, fed by a 75kWh battery, send 444bhp to all four wheels, resulting in a 0-62mph time of 3.4sec and a WLTP range of 330 miles

13 March 2019

Tesla Model 3 Performance 2019 first drive