In-depth reviews

"The Vauxhall Insignia is a comfortable family hatchback that works well on the motorway and has proved popular, despite its somewhat dull image."

"The Hyundai i30 was the 2012 Carbuyer Car of the Year, and remains a fine family car choice, with lots of kit and a great warranty at a top-value pri…

"The Audi A4 Allroad retains the best aspects of the standard estate, but adds improved ride comfort and increased off-road ability"

"The Honda Civic has an alternative and stylish design and a great reputation for reliability, making it a worthy rival to the Ford Focus and Volkswag…

"The Infiniti Q50 is a small executive saloon that offers great quality but a dull driving experience"

"The Renaultsport Clio RS has toned down and grown up, so will appeal to more buyers but fans of previous models may be disappointed."

"The Infiniti Q60 is sleek, powerful and luxurious, but ultimately it’s not good enough to drive or cheap enough to run"

"The Vauxhall Zafira offers practicality, flexibility and value in spades for a family on a budget"

"The BMW 6 Series is a big, luxurious and well-rounded coupe that rivals the Audi S5, Jaguar XK and Porsche 911"

"If you want a retro-styled hatchback and don’t mind sacrificing a little practicality for looks, the Volkswagen Beetle should suit you perfectly"

"The Suzuki Swift Sport is fun to drive, cheap to run and even boasts a bargain price tag"

‘The Renault Scenic isn’t as new as some rivals, but it’s a practical, comfortable and well-equipped MPV, made all the more appealing if you can negot…

“The Kia Optima comes with plenty of equipment and the company’s excellent seven-year warranty”

"The Vauxhall Adam Rocks is an intriguing proposition, combining crossover looks with a semi-convertible roof in a city-car package"

"The Mercedes SL is a convertible two-seater sports car with a focus on comfort over handling. It does a fantastic job"

"The Renaultsport Megane 265 strikes a great balance between very focused driving dynamics and day-to-day comfort."

“The BMW Z4 is stylish and good to drive, but it’s starting to feel dated and the lack of a diesel option limits its appeal.”