Car Reviews

By Nathan Ponchard, with... | 23 May 2017

The Mazda CX-3 is among the most engaging of small SUVs, combining fluid steering with an easy highway lope. It copes happily with city duties, and auto braking is standard.

By Fraser Stronach, with... | 23 May 2017

An energetic turbocharged engine, a space-efficient cabin and a long feature-list are highlights of the Jeep Renegade small SUV. The 4WD Renegade Trailhawk brings off-road cred.

By Toby Hagon, with... | 23 May 2017

The Qashqai is the larger of two small SUVs Nissan sells, and comes with a clever interior, petrol or diesel power, and lots of equipment. Active safety aids are available.

By Fraser Stronach,... | 23 May 2017

The stylish Suzuki Vitara small SUV has a well-finished cabin and the option of all-wheel drive. Engines include a very zippy turbocharged petrol and a strong, frugal diesel.

By Toby Hagon and Fraser... | 22 May 2017

The Toyota Kluger is a roomy seven-seat SUV with a powerful V6 engine that is smooth and quiet. The Kluger is well presented inside, and its airbags extend to third-row passengers.

By James Whitbourn, with... | 22 May 2017

The Subaru XV brings you the elevated outlook of a small SUV, while behaving like the well regarded hatchback it is based on. All-wheel drive helps control in poor conditions.

By Ged Bulmer | 21 May 2017

Our Skoda Superb gains a battle wound while on the ever important school run

By Byron Mathioudakis | 20 May 2017

50 years in, the Corolla makes most sense as a hybrid.

By James Whitbourn, with... | 19 May 2017

The Holden Trax is a good-looking small SUV that does a lot with your smartphone, handles sweetly, and goes hard – thanks to turbo-petrol power. Every Trax has a reversing camera.

By By Toby Hagon, with... | 19 May 2017

Hyundai’s stylish new-generation i30 hatchback is loaded with equipment and does a lot with your phone. The more expensive i30s offer auto braking and a very strong engine.

By James Whitbourn and... | 18 May 2017

The Mercedes C-Class is a handsome and comfortable luxury medium car with great road manners. The C-Class is also efficient, potent, and safe. Auto braking is standard.