
Phill Tromans
Phill Tromans has spent more than 15 years as a motoring writer for the likes of Auto Trader, Autocar, Fleet News, CarGurus and more, covering everything from road trips and road tests to industry news and interviews.
Articles written by this author:

BMW 4 Series Review (2013-2019)
by Phill Tromans
The 4 Series is best thought of as a sportier, more stylish version of the ever-popular BMW 3 Series. Available as a coupe, c...
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Bentley Continental Review (2011-2017)
by Phill Tromans
The Continental GT is the best embodiment of Bentley; a coupe in which you could cross continents but also take to the racetr...
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Audi RS6 Avant C7 Review (2013-2018)
by Phill Tromans
It might look like a standard upmarket family estate car, but beneath the sensible exterior lies a 4.0-litre twin-turbo V8 an...
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Mazda6 Review (2007-2012)
by Phill Tromans
The Mazda6 is a mid-size car and a sporty alternative to established competition, such as the Ford Mondeo, the Vauxhall Insig...
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Audi A8 Review (2010-2017)
by Phill Tromans
The A8 is Audi’s flagship saloon, a luxury limousine that aims to combine a serene driving experience with absolute interior ...
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Audi A7 Review (2018-present)
by Phill Tromans
Mixing high-end luxury saloon vibes with coupe styling and hatchback practicality, the A7 is a deeply talented and versatile ...
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Toyota RAV4 Review (2013-2019)
by Phill Tromans
The RAV4 is an SUV that’s not too big, not too small, not too sporty, not too expensive and very spacious inside.

Toyota Auris Review (2007-2012)
by Phill Tromans
When a new car is the sequel to the biggest-selling car of all time – the Toyota Corolla – and it’s named after the Latin wor...
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Skoda Fabia Review (2007-2014)
by Phill Tromans
The second-generation Skoda Fabia hatchback is a forerunner to the Skodas of today; a well thought-out, beautifully executed ...
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Seat Leon Review (2005-2012)
by Phill Tromans
The Leon is a sleek, stylish five-door family hatchback that shares much with the Volkswagen Golf, but has a more flamboyant ...
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Volkswagen Touran Review (2015-present)
by Phill Tromans
The Touran is one of the big-name, obvious choices when it comes to MPVs, for one simple reason: it’s a really good seven-sea...
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Vauxhall Crossland Review (2021-2024)
by Phill Tromans
The 2021-onwards Vauxhall Crossland is actually a revised version of the 2017 Crossland X, with the single-letter suffix drop...
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Vauxhall Vivaro Review (2014-2019)
by Phill Tromans
Co-developed with Renault, the Vauxhall Vivaro is a good value medium-sized van available in long and short-wheelbase guises,...
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Vauxhall Zafira Review (2005-2014)
by Phill Tromans
Before the SUV became the body style of choice, those with a large family would have an MPV, and the Vauxhall Zafira was one ...
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Vauxhall Crossland X Review (2017-2020)
by Phill Tromans
The Crossland X is Vauxhall’s small SUV, designed to accommodate a family without taking up much room on your driveway.

Vauxhall ADAM Review (2013-2019)
by Phill Tromans
The Vauxhall Adam hatchback is a three-door city car which, when new, was available with a multitude of customisable options.

Mercedes-Benz GLE Class Review (2018-present)
by Phill Tromans
The GLE is a large and luxurious SUV from Mercedes-Benz, available in two distinct forms; a regular SUV, or a more streamline...
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Jeep Renegade Review (2014-present)
by Phill Tromans
The Renegade is the smallest car that you can buy with the word Jeep emblazoned above its famous seven-slot grille.

Suzuki Swace Review (2021-present)
by Phill Tromans
The Swace is a sensible estate car for sensible people, and we mean that in a very positive way. It’s not swanky or particula...
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Renault Koleos Review (2017-2020)
by Phill Tromans
The Koleos was Renault’s largest SUV, and a rival for some very talented cars. There’s a lot to like about it.

Porsche Cayman 981 Review (2012-2016)
by Phill Tromans
The Cayman is a tremendous driver’s car in its own right, with superb handling and performance that’s complemented by genuine...
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Porsche Boxster 981 Review (2012-2016)
by Phill Tromans
A tremendous driver’s car with superb handling and genuine everyday usability, the Boxster is also a used car that should hol...
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Isuzu D-Max Review (2021-present)
by Phill Tromans
The D-Max isn't exactly luxurious, but it features more of the stuff you expect from a family car than you'd think, and is as...
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Ford C-Max Review (2011-2019)
by Phill Tromans
With a footprint on the road about the size of a Ford Focus, but a much more roomy interior, the Ford C-MAX is a practical an...
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