Road tests

The new plug-in hybrid BYD Seal U DM-i is practical and cheap, but is let down by the way it drives

The new Mustang GT introduces fresh looks and plenty of updated technology, all of which is accompanied by a traditional V8 soundtrack

The Cupra Born VZ delivers a driving experience that was wholly unexpected given the shortcomings of other cars using the same tech.

The Skoda Octavia is at its most practical in estate form and there’s still a diesel for the real traditionalists

Light updates for the Lexus UX crossover bring welcome benefits to create an efficient, refined and well-built package

The new Peugeot E-3008 looks the part, but is held back by disappointing performance and a harsh ride

The Smart #3 is good to drive and stands out from the crowd, but interior quality could be better

Skoda's family car hero gets a little bit better with the latest facelift, and it was pretty good to start with.

We go for a passenger ride in the new all-electric Volvo EX90 SUV

The Mercedes-AMG G 63 struggles to match the Bentley Bentayga and Range Rover in this price bracket

The new all-electric Mercedes G 580 with EQ Technology has plenty of appeal, however it’s outclassed by most premium SUVs on the road

The Aston Martin Vantage is now better than ever, making it one of the most complete sports cars on sale today

The new Hyundai Ioniq 5 N is a stunning electric car, offering sensational performance wrapped up in a family-friendly package

As motoring first efforts go, the 400 GT is up there with the very best

The Jeep Grand Cherokee struggles to compete with a host of talented SUV rivals at this price point

The new BMW 5 Series goes large on technology and electrification but the keen dynamics that have long characterised the model line remain

The new Suzuki Swift has arrived in the UK to take on a dwindling number of supermini rivals

Updates are welcome, but the Jeep Wrangler remains hard to recommend when compared to the Land Rover Defender

Another intriguing model from the burgeoning BYD stable, the Fangchengbao looks to take on the Land Rover Defender

The plug-in hybrid BYD Seal 5 DM-i could come to the UK next year, but first impressions are a bit of a mixed bag

While the new Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 looks the part, it's 3.0-litre straight-six engine is somewhat disappointing

Sharp steering and a large glass area make the new Volkswagen Passat easy to place on a twisty road

Ora’s second model isn’t a cat, but funky enough – and surprisingly good to drive

The updated Audi S3 now has some serious bite and new-found style

The updated Audi A3 hasn’t been revolutionised, but is thoroughly improved thanks to a set of small but impactful improvements

The refreshed GWM Ora 03 EV claims more range and revamped tech

The Mercedes CLE Cabriolet arrives to take on the BMW 4 Series Convertible in the executive drop-top market

We revisit the diminutive classic that majored on fun

Audi’s high-end e-tron GT has picked up a range of cutting edge new technologies and a huge performance boost

This version of the DB12 has lost its roof but none of its appeal

The X3 is a BMW best-seller and we’ve taken an early drive of the new model that's about to take over that baton

It's not the finished product but the Omoda 5 has the potential to shake up the budget SUV market

Mercedes has electrified its iconic G-Class, and we’ve been for a ride in the quad-motor, off-road-ready EV prior to its official unveiling

VW’s smallest SUV leads on value and image, but is too unremarkable to stand out in its crowded segment?