car reviews

A six-cylinder sports drop-top sports car with a six-speed manual gearbox is a rare thing these days. The looks? That's up to you

If you want to experience the best chassis in the business, it's here. And thankfully the 6cyl is back, too

One of the most complete sports cars ever created. Beautiful to drive, and bulletproof to live with

Sure, the Honda Accord is about as exciting as oatmeal, but as a quiet, comfortable, efficient daily driver, you could do much, much worse

This reworked RS4 shows how committed RS GmbH is to creating cars of real character. A bit uptight, mind

While it might not have the visual pizazz of its predecessor, the 11th-generation Honda Civic reminds us it’s what’s inside that counts

Slightly sharper looks, slightly sharper chassis... but otherwise refreshingly old-school. The F-Type doesn't cause any upsets. Phew

The Civic Type R can function as your only car, yet is as thrilling as most bespoke sports cars. Stunning to drive. Now distressingly expensive

Among the most complete family cars you can buy for sensible money. As compelling now as it was when it was launched in 2016

A proper all-rounder with a spec for everyone. As long as you want a medium-sized SUV, of course

One of the pioneering performance SUVs uses plug-in power to stay relevant in its third generation

Audi's big, aggressive Q8 is a comfortable cruiser and more practical than expected, with its smart interior a sure crowd pleaser

Success in a hatch isn't just about the drive. The Focus has the rest of the bases well covered too

Spain’s strongest attempt to out-Golf the Golf yet. A stylish, well-equipped and cheaper version of its German cousin

Latest CR-V remains a sensible buy in the sector, but there are more exciting options out there

The X3 has never done BMW much credit, but the current one is a thorough enough job to take on the class best

An imperious cruiser, best sampled with vast quantities of diesely torque. Now with better tech and still available in bonkers SVR form

The Honda Civic brings some welcome colour to a sensible part of the market. Not perfect, but very interesting

The Jimny’s ultra-honest unpretentiousness is the antidote to every beige crossover. Don’t expect sophistication, and you’ll adore it

Nothing in the BMW range - nor any rival factory - stretches a band across the three legs of drivability, style and practicality like the 4 Series Gran Coupe

Rear-steering Megane RS has a charm, if you like your hot hatches firm, edgy and demanding attention