Reviews
BMW 1 Series SE
BMW 1 Series SE
"The new 1 Series is a vastly improved car over the previous model, and in SE trim has all the equipment you really need.
Audi A3 Sport
Audi A3 Sport
"Audi’s VW Golf-based hatch has a terrific image and huge desirability. The Sport model is sharper to drive than the SE, but can't match a BMW 1 Serie…
Audi A3 SE
Audi A3 SE
"The Audi A3 is an upmarket, three-door hatchback, based on the VW Golf. Audi’s image means the A3 remains a desirable car."
Toyota Prius hybrid hatchback (2009-2015)
Toyota Prius hybrid hatchback (2009-2015)
"The Toyota Prius is undoubtedly the world's most famous hybrid – and for good reasons. It's economical, practical and reasonably good fun to drive."
Renault Megane GT Line Nav
Renault Megane GT Line Nav
The Renault Megane GT Line is a sportier Megane but it's still no hot hatch. You’d be better off in all respects with the Dynamique model.
BMW M6 coupe (2012-2018)
BMW M6 coupe (2012-2018)
"The BMW M6 is astonishingly fast, but there's no hiding the fact that you can get the same thrills for less money"
Toyota Avensis Touring Sports estate (2015-2018)
Toyota Avensis Touring Sports estate (2015-2018)
"The Toyota Avensis Touring Sports is a quiet, comfortable estate car that offers plenty of boot space, but is a relaxing rather than entertaining to …
BMW X1 SUV (2010-2015)
BMW X1 SUV (2010-2015)
"Practical and comfortable, the X1 combines the driver appeal of a sporty hatchback with the practicality of an estate."
Porsche Boxster roadster (2012-2016)
Porsche Boxster roadster (2012-2016)
"The entry-level Porsche Boxster is arguably the best all-rounder in the range. It remains one of the best-handling cars money can buy."
Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet (2010-2017)
Mercedes E-Class Cabriolet (2010-2017)
"The Mercedes E-Class cabriolet is stylish and comfortable whether the roof is up or down"
Vauxhall Insignia Country Tourer (2013-2015)
Vauxhall Insignia Country Tourer (2013-2015)
"The Vauxhall Insignia Country Tourer estate adds four-wheel-drive grip to the Insignia's long list of attributes. There's a choice of two diesel engi…
Mazda5 MPV (2010-2015)
Mazda5 MPV (2010-2015)
"Wild looks aside, the seven-seat Mazda5 is good to drive, versatile and competitively priced."
Hyundai i40 saloon (2011-2019)
Hyundai i40 saloon (2011-2019)
"Practical, cheap to run and good to drive, the Hyundai i40 is a top-notch car for all the family"
Ford Focus Zetec S
Ford Focus Zetec S
"The Ford Focus Zetec S makes for an ideal sporty family hatchback, which is just as at home on a trip to the shops as it is being driven down twisty …
Ford Focus Titanium
Ford Focus Titanium
"The Ford Focus Titanium has equipment normally only seen in premium cars and the terrific EcoBoost engines inject some extra spark."
Mercedes A-Class Sport
Mercedes A-Class Sport
"The Mercedes A-Class Sport is a more tempting proposition over the spartan SE model."
Nissan Juke Acenta Premium
Nissan Juke Acenta Premium
"In Acenta Premium spec, the Nissan Juke makes more sense over the normal Acenta trim."
Ford Kuga Titanium X Sport
Ford Kuga Titanium X Sport
"The Ford Kuga Titanium X Sport has tonnes of equipment and a sporty bodykit to boot. It is bordering on expensive though."
Nissan Juke Acenta
Nissan Juke Acenta
"The Nissan Juke Acenta has its benefits over the entry level Visia, but is priced against top-spec superminis."
Nissan 370Z NISMO
Nissan 370Z NISMO
"The Nissan 370Z NISMO is about as hardcore as the sports coupe gets."
Honda Civic Sport
Honda Civic Sport
"The aggressive styling of the Honda Civic Sport and economical diesel engine really set the hatchback apart."
Honda Civic Tourer estate (2014-2017)
Honda Civic Tourer estate (2014-2017)
"The Honda Civic Tourer isn't the cheapest small estate car but it has a huge boot and an economical diesel engine."
Hyundai i30 Tourer estate (2012-2017)
Hyundai i30 Tourer estate (2012-2017)
"The Hyundai i30 Tourer is a practical, affordable and well-made family estate."
Mercedes A-Class AMG Sport
Mercedes A-Class AMG Sport
"The Mercedes A-Class AMG Sport brings some AMG glamour to the German hatchback – at a price."
Fiat 500 Cult
Fiat 500 Cult
"The Fiat 500 Cult has lots of equipment as standard and can be customised to your heart's content."
BMW M6 convertible (2012-2017)
BMW M6 convertible (2012-2017)
“The BMW M6 convertible is a hugely powerful and impressive addition to BMW's range, but offers little in the way of extra excitement over the cheaper…
BMW 6 Series convertible (2011-2018)
BMW 6 Series convertible (2011-2018)
"The head-up display feature on the BMW 6 Series Convertible is no gimmick, the system works brilliantly"
Abarth 500C convertible
Abarth 500C convertible
"The Abarth 500C mini hot hatch loses its top, in the process creating a unique driving experience."
Peugeot Partner Tepee MPV (2008-2018)
Peugeot Partner Tepee MPV (2008-2018)
"The Peugeot Partner people carrier looks like a van, but its versatility and driving experience will appeal to budget-conscious family motorists"
Honda Jazz hatchback (2007-2015)
Honda Jazz hatchback (2007-2015)
"Even though the ageing Honda Jazz supermini is soon to be replaced, it’s still one of the most spacious and practical small cars on the market. And i…
Ford Focus Zetec
Ford Focus Zetec
“Fitted with the 123bhp EcoBoost engine, the Ford Focus Zetec has enough power for overtaking and is also fun on country roads, while the car’s excell…
Ford Focus Studio
Ford Focus Studio
"Though the engine is slightly tame, the Ford Focus Studio drives as well as any other Focus, and has an excellent spec at what seems like a giveaway …