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BMW 1 Series (2011-2019) review | A family hatchback that’s great to drive
The second-generation 1 Series is a premium hatchback that lives up to BMW's reputation for building true drivers' cars that ...
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BMW 1 Series (2004-2013) review | A driver’s delight – but a compromised family car
The first-generation BMW 1 Series is great to drive, but its reliability and practicality issues might make you think twice a...
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Kia Venga (2009-2019) review | A practical small car – but not a pleasant one to drive
The Kia Venga isn't much fun to drive - but does offer lots of practicality in a compact footprint, and can be cheaper to buy...
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BMW 1 Series (2020-2023) review | An upmarket hatch that’s great to drive
The first front-wheel-drive BMW 1 Series set tongues wagging - but in reality, it was a better all-rounder than its rear-driv...
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Skoda Superb 2026 review | A five-star family car
The latest Skoda Superb is one of the most practical and comfortable cars on sale at any price. We think it's brilliant.

BMW 1 Series 2026 review | Still the best family car for those who love driving
Buying a family car doesn't have to mean giving up driving fun - as the BMW 1 Series proves with its engaging handling.

2026 Kia EV5 Review | An electric SUV with a long warranty
It isn't the best EV out there to drive, but the Kia EV5 does offer a lot of space - and it comes with a long warranty.

Kia XCeed 2026 review | A high-riding hatchback that’s perfect if you don’t want an SUV
It might be getting on a bit, but this SUV-style hatchback has a reliability record that's hard to beat.

Toyota C-HR+ 2026 review | Toyota’s best electric car yet
The Toyota C-HR+ is a fully electric family SUV. It’s a good all-rounder that offers plenty of range, nice driving dynamics a...
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Peugeot 408 2026 review | Striking and practical five-door hatchback
The Peugeot 408 is a distinctive mid-sized, five-door ‘fastback’, that blends saloon, hatchback, coupe and SUV body shapes. T...
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Mercedes-Benz EQB 2026 review | A good-value seven-seat electric SUV
If you're after a practical seven-seat SUV that runs on electric power, the Mercedes EQB should be on your shortlist – it's a...
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Mercedes-Benz GLC 2026 review | Smart and upmarket family SUV
The Mercedes GLC is a mid-sized family SUV that’s available with a wide range of engines, including a long-range plug-in hybr...
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Toyota GR86 (2022-2025) review | Simple sports car fun
The Toyota GR86 is the replacement for the GT86 sports coupe, which shares that car's ethos of light-weight, limited-grip, ba...
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Lexus RZ 2026 review | A refined and classy electric SUV
The Lexus RZ is a large luxury all-electric SUV that shares the same underpinnings as the Toyota bZ4X – and enjoys a similar ...
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Volkswagen Taigo 2026 review | A reliable if unremarkable family car
The Volkswagen Taigo is a compact crossover with coupe-like styling. Does that make it a niche too far?

Renault Clio 2026 review | Stylish, spacious and efficient supermini
The Renault Clio is one of the most stylish and well-rounded superminis you can buy, with recent updates simplifying the rang...
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Citroen Berlingo 2026 review | A no-nonsense, van-based people carrier
The Citroen Berlingo is an van-based MPV that majors on practicality and value. It can make for a great family vehicle.

Renault Twingo 2026 review | Small French EV is dripping with appeal
The Renault Twingo is a small, affordable EV. It’s a brilliant example of modern-retro design, and has a WLTP range of up to...
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Honda Prelude 2026 review | A welcome return, and now with hybrid power
The Honda Prelude is a two-door, 2+2 coupe that uses a clever hybrid powertrain to offer efficient running costs with usable,...
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BMW iX1 2026 review | Classy and efficient compact electric SUV
The BMW iX1 is a mid-sized, pure-electric family SUV that offers good pace and efficiency, decent cabin space and one of the ...
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Kia Stinger (2018-2023) review | The brilliant sports saloon you may not have heard of
An unusual car for its maker, the Kia Stinger tried to compete with premium sports saloons. The most remarkable thing about i...
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Kia Sportage (2010-2016) review | A family SUV that looks more expensive than it is
The Kia Sportage's stylish looks and generous equipment levels make it a popular choice for families looking for the best val...
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