It may be down on power, but the new third-generation Volkswagen Tiguan adds more space and practicality to the mix, making it an easy choice for prospective buyers. Volkswagen’s most popular SUV, the Tiguan. Believe it or not, this SUV even outsells the iconic Golf globally now. Big shoes to fill then, for the new third-generation Tiguan, which promises to revolutionise without causing too many waves. Let's be honest, Volkswagen has had a ...
Read MoreThere's just something special when a well-chosen family vehicle gives you that quiet satisfaction. That's what the Nissan Serena offers in spades. MPVs seem to be back in trend, a thankful reprise from the SUV onslaught that has dominated the automotive market in recent years. Let's face it, an MPV is just better when it comes to hauling around a large family, and the Nissan Serena proves you can do it both ...
Read MoreYes, that's right, it’s called the “Hashtag One”. Let's quickly move past its name and focus on the new kid on the block - the Smart #1 Pro+. The name Smart traditionally conjures images of the ForTwo, that diminutive city car which burst onto the scene as a future vision of urban commuting. A collaboration initially sparked by Swatch and later dominated by Mercedes, it epitomised innovative compact design. Yet despite its ...
Read MoreThe Mercedes-Benz CLE is the conceived solution after Mercedes realised that it was making too many cars that did the same job. And it is a rather splendid solution. Mercedes-Benz, in a move to thin the herd, phased out the two-door variants of its mid-range saloons in favour of a single, more unified contender: the CLE. It’s a tribute to consolidation, with two-door coupes being well-trodden ground for Mercedes. But, good looks ...
Read MoreThe Jeep Grand Cherokee L presents another intriguing option in the premium SUV segment. Off-road capable SUVs have seen a huge market shift in recent years. There are still a handful of SUVs that can scale a rock face at your earliest convenience, but most of the crop has since become jacked-up city cruisers festooned with new tech and creature comforts. These 'posers' might not be good offroad, but consumers are opening ...
Read MoreThe Hyundai Kona Electric is an outstanding all-rounder, coming with bold looks and a suite of sensible features. This is the new Hyundai Kona Electric, where the design team, it seems, has taken a bold leap into the future with none other than RoboCop himself. If the original Kona was ever a head-turner, this latest iteration is a veritable street-stopper. With its "seamless horizon lamps" stretching across the front and rear like ...
Read MoreThe Mercedes-Benz E-Class has always been the penultimate regal saloon, and it is now back to keep its crown firmly on its head. This is the new 6th-generation Mercedes-Benz E-Class saloon. What, six generations already? Yes, like that old friend who's always been around; always reliable, always classy. Now, more than ever, owning an E-Class is like a silent announcement to the world "I’m a person of great wealth." And why wouldn't it ...
Read MoreThe Mercedes-Benz GLC300 Coupe may be less practical than its SUV sibling, but it trades functionality for sportier styling and better handling. This is a Mercedes GLC but with a tapered roofline. We’re into second-generation territory now, and given that this particular SUV is one of the firm’s best sellers these days, a follow-up coupe-ified variant was inevitable. Its biggest rival is the BMW X4, but it also competes with the Audi ...
Read MoreThe latest Honda CR-V is a sensible family option for those looking for a great all-rounder. We now have the sixth generation of Honda’s revered SUV on our shores, the CR-V. Making its debut way back in 1995, you can thank it for indirectly popularising the SUV body style. Short form for ‘Comfortable Runabout Vehicle’ (the Japanese have fun names), it’s a staple in Honda’s bread-and-butter lineup of popular cars. But, can the ...
Read MoreThe Volkswagen Golf R is about as sensible an all-rounder as a 315bhp hot hatch can be, and that’s why it’s absolutely awesome. Some cars are just meant to get you from point A to B, but a truly exceptional car is the one that makes you want to hit the road again as soon as you arrive. Enter the Volkswagen Golf R – a beast propelled by a 315-hp turbocharged ...
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