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shortage of used cars has meant that for the first occasion in a very, very long time, prices of secondhand motors are actually rising. Valuation experts CAP HPI has raised the pricing on some models by up to 13.5%, and this trend is likely to continue for a while yet. There’s a combination of factors at play here, mainly due to the fact that very few new cars were registered this time last year, and the market during 2020 was down by around a million vehicles. So one year old vehicles, or newer pre-registered cars, that are usually plentiful at franchised dealers are virtually non-existent, and this has meant that demand for the limited number that are around has been forced upwards. Dealers are having to pay more for their stock in the trade, and as a result, customers are left with no alternative but to pay more if they want to swap to something newer.

Then there’s the worldwide supply problem of semiconductor chips that is causing some car manufacturers to idle production lines. They are used in everything from in car entertainment to braking and power assistance systems and are particularly prevalent in electric vehicles.

So this is causing a shortage of new cars and lengthy delivery times for models that are particularly affected. So if customers can’t get hold of new cars, they then turn to nearly new and used cars instead, which are already in short supply.

People that have been working throughout the pandemic, or perhaps have been on furlough, may have healthy bank account balances on account of the fact that they haven’t been able to go out. Expensive foreign holidays are not possible due to travel restrictions, so many people are looking to change their car instead.

Some salespeople have been keen to paint a dismal picture on used car values, saying that the pandemic has meant that car values have nosedived. Nothing could be further from the truth, so if you’re in the market for a new car, don’t let the salesperson hoodwink you into settling for a lower amount for your car than it’s worth. Used car prices are so strong that some models are changing hands for way above the price that the valuation guides recommend, especially if it’s in a desirable specification, or a vehicle that is in high demand. As always, do your research and don’t be led up the garden path by a less than honest salesperson at a dealer. Don’t forget, The Doctor and the team at Diesel Car & Eco Car are always on hand to assist if you’re unsure – please don’t allow yourself to be ripped off.

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MEET THE TEAM

MEET THE TEAM SINCE

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IAN ROBERTSON

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MAXINE ASHFORD

His passion for cars was apparent from an early age and it was inevitable that he would end up working with them. He spent his teenage years trawling car showrooms and building the encyclopaedic knowledge he has today. He has worked on Diesel Car since 2007 and wins the prize for longest running editor.

Maxine has always had a passion for cars, and after ten years as a regional motoring editor, is enjoying the freelance lifestyle, travelling here, there and everywhere to test out the latest cars, as well as interviewing the brains behind the technology. She simply loves driving, though not quite as much as rugby!

“I would take my old Kia Stinger 2.2 CRDi long-termer – a grand tourer in every sense of the word.”

“That would be the E-Class Cabriolet, so there is room for Teds the dog!”

MAGGIE BARRY

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GAVIN BRAITHWAITE-SMITH

Maggie is an award-winning journalist with more than 40 years’ experience, the last decade in the automotive sector. She is the former motoring editor of the Daily Record and Sunday Mail in Scotland. Her first foray in track driving was on the Nürburgring, which she completed in high heels!

He writes about cars from the fringes of Dartmoor, where he enjoys luxuries such as running water and electricity. He’s also a blogger and host of a YouTube channel about his fleet of mostly rubbish cars and a beige motorhome.

Harbours dreams of moving to Brittany, where his French cars would feel at home.

“It came down to a choice of two, the Vauxhall Corsa or the Peugeot 208 GT, and I'm afraid the Peugeot won. It's just so pretty, especially in Faro Yellow.”

“Can I choose the Saab 9-3 1.9 TTiD Aero Convertible?

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Twin-turbo goodness, decent fuel economy and understated class.”

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RICHARD DREDGE

Iain started his career working with pictures of cars, but soon realised writing about them was much more interesting than being hunched over a lightbox. Since then there’s little he hasn’t driven or written about. Interests include the business of making cars and the wealth of technology transforming modern motors.

Having got hooked on cars aged 11, and then after a false start working in retail, Richard made a drastic career change in his 20s and chose to pass the time writing about cars instead. And he’s glad he did, because now he regularly gets the opportunity to show just what an anorak he is, to anybody who will read or listen.

“If I'm driving all the way I'll want something pretty spacious and cossetting, so make it a nice diesel Mercedes-Benz S-Class.”

“An Audi A6 Allroad, for its effortless cruising abilities,

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luxurious and spacious interior, plus its adaptive air suspension-assisted sublime ride comfort.”

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1996

SIMON HACKER Simon cut his teeth as a cub reporter with local press and, after many years writing for nationals, has now returned to his roots, editing an independent newspaper in the Cotswolds.

“From good to bad and via ugly, cars have been my consistent career thread. I’m excited about the prospects for eco motoring."

After learning to drive on a tractor, Andy found cars more to his liking, usually with a diesel engine. Without a winning lottery ticket, writing seemed like the best way to drive the widest variety of models. Andy has worked for a variety of digital and print publications and loves a good hot hatch or, more recently, a relaxing SUV.

“ For command of the road, anti-bum numb seating, “Going to Gibraltar sounds very British, so I'd opt for a

transcontinental ride and epic space, I’m choosing a VW Transporter Shuttle 2.0 TDI with essential DSG.”

Jaguar F-Pace D300. Plenty of space and pace for the trip.”

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PHIL HUFF Phil has spent 20 years working around cars in one way or another, turning to writing about them after realising he was too poor to race them. He’s always looking for the next four-wheeled adventure, and has developed a rather unhealthy habit of buying up undesirable cars from the 1980s and 90s to sit alongside his old Americana.

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SIMON THOMPSON Still a relative youngster in the world of car photography, he gained extra experience working with snappers after his university course, before being brave and going it alone. Usually found at the side of the road with a camera and a hat, all in the name of motoring art. All proceeds go to the restoration of his 1960 Mini named ‘Edgar’.

“I'd take a Mercedes-Benz V-Class. Plenty of luxurious “The BMW 3 Series is an excellent all-rounder so I'll have one of those in 330d form.”

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room for a mates holiday, and space for cheap alcohol to bring back.”

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QUESTION OF THE MONTH You win a driving holiday to sunny Gibraltar, which diesel car would you choose to take with you?

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SUE BAKER Sue has had a passion for cars since childhood, and learned to drive on Pendine beach aged 15. From a career starting in local newspapers, she zoomed into Fleet Street, and has been a motoring specialist on national newspapers, radio and TV, including a decade on Top Gear preClarkson, although she never punched anyone.

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“Just for the hell of it, I'd choose a monster for the trip, with 493 bhp and 738lb ft of torque. That would take me from home to Gib in an Audi Q7 V12. You did say that the prize included the fuel…”

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THE DOCTOR Probably motoring's equivalent of Geoff Boycott! He hates factual inaccuracy and avoidance of the fundamental facts of anything.

Cars are meant to fulfil a purpose of getting from A-to-B, hopefully enjoyably, comfortably, and elegantly, not to serve as mobile communications and entertainment centres!

“A Mercedes-Benz S 420 CDI, please. Can I assume that you're supplying the driver?”

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2017

JAMES FOSSDYKE He gave up a semi-respectable degree course to chase his dream in motoring journalism, James writes for newspapers, magazines and websites. Along the way, he has gained an infantile love of pick-up trucks and a walletendangering desire for an Italian coupé, but his real passions are football, skiing and wine.

“I’d take a BMW 330d Touring. Lots of power and space for my suitcase, but it’s still small enough to fit through little Spanish villages.”

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1999

VICTOR HARMAN Victor has owned 25 cars in his life and driven fifty times as many test cars. His top five? His own 1997 Peugeot 406, 2001 Rover 75, and his all-time favourite, a 2004 Audi A2 TDI – they were all star diesels of their time. Top test cars?

The classy Audi A7 Sportback and another Audi, a Mk ll A3 Sportback 1.6 TDI SE.

“Rock on Tommy! A BMW 320d SE Pro Automatic.”

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DAVID WILKINS An electric car owner and enthusiast, he also fancies himself as a bit of an automotive futurologist. He owns a diesel too, but only while waiting for our glorious all-electric future to arrive. Old Mercs are David’s other motoring passion, a lifelong interest sparked by a childhood spent mainly in Germany.

“I'd take any Mercedes-Benz fitted with the OM656 straight six cylinder diesel engine. They are my favourite engine type because of their inherent smoothness.”

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CONTENTS SEPTEMBER 2021 ISSUE 416

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008 | News

058 | Current Affairs

063 | Techzone

The latest diesel news and views from around the motor industry, both home and abroad, including motoring morsels.

Each issue we take your questions on emissions matters or electrified motoring, answering them in a highly informative, down-to-earth way.

We report on advanced cutting-edge technology set to appear in cars in the future, all designed to make our motoring life safer or easier.

TESTS 024 | First Tests Driven this month by the test team: ■ Citroën C3 Aircross ■ Hyundai Ioniq 5 ■ Mercedes-Benz C-Class ■ Mercedes-Benz S-Class

034 | Twin Test Two new, fashionable, purpose-built, pure electric SUVs challenge each other to a duel, as the Ford Mustang Mach-E goes head-to-head with the Skoda Enyaq iV 80 SportLine.

041 | Our Cars Monthly running reports portraying the life and times of the eleven cars that make up the long-term fleet. Are they behaving, or are any of the team experiencing niggles with their cars?

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092 | Tuning and modifying

Our testers review the latest products on sale in the marketplace, including books, games, tools, cleaning products, gadgets and gizmos.

The newest addition to the Diesel Car and Eco Car repertoire, as we examine ways of tuning, modifying and upgrading the Audi Q5 3.0 TDI quattro.

060 | Road Watch

121 | Hall of fame

A round up of the latest news affecting the UK road network, including a look at new technology and details of new road building projects.

We take a look at the groundbreaking and legendary diesel models that deserve their place in the Diesel Car and Eco Car Hall of fame.

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105 | Data Files

Advice from the Doc on motoring problems.

All the latest sales and registrations figures, together with a market insight.

We’re very proud to say that our data pages are the most comprehensive and up-to-date in the business, with every diesel, electric, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, hydrogen fuel-cell and alternative fuel car on sale in the UK, including efficient sub-125g/km petrol and mild-hybrid petrol cars. You can also discover when we last tested a particular model and derivative there, too, including long-term test cars.

069 | Fuel for thought Victor Harman dusts down his soapbox, to discuss controversial motoring matters.

098 | In The Pipeline

070 | This Month

A guide to what's coming out soon, and knowledge that the dealership sales person would rather you didn't know about.

Notes from the editor’s notebook, as well as a look back at a past issue of the magazine and car anniversaries.

A look at the latest cars on sale this month.

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072 | Legal i Our legal expert gives sage advice on all aspects of motoring law.

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A little bit of this, and a large slice of that, as Simon Hacker reflects on motoring life.

075 | Motorgrump A crotchety look at the car world.

076 | Retrospective Sue Baker takes a drive down memory lane.

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077 | Bright Spark David Wilkins takes an informed view on electrified motoring life.

078 | DM@il Now it’s your turn to taking a starring role, with letters to the editor. He answers them all, from the good, bad and the ugly.

BUYING, SELLING AND MAINTAINING 080 | Buying, Selling and Maintaining This is the place to come for buying advice on both new and used cars, updates on vehicle recalls, and whether it is cheapest to buy a new car with a discount, preregistered, or one that is a year old, as we examine a basket of the most popular cars on sale today. Our experts compare prices on key motoring items, look back at memorable diesels, and the Hyundai i30 is compared with the Volkswagen Golf in our secondhand shootout. Meanwhile, the Ford Focus ST-1, ST-2 and ST-3 2.0 TDCi models are featured in this month's comprehensive used car buyer's guide.

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ASTRA GETS RADICAL REDESIGN Vauxhall’s first Astra under Stellantis’ ownership will be radically different, with a bold new design and plug-in hybrid power.

It’s the biggest shift yet for the eighth generation of the British staple, which now shares its underpinnings and much of its technology with the forthcoming Peugeot 308. Production will also shift from Ellesmere Port to Rüsselsheim, Germany, with the Astra expected to cost from £23,000 in diesel guise, when it arrives in showrooms at the beginning of next year.

Ellesmere Port will become home to electric vans from 2022.

The family hatchback adopts the same design language as the Mokka and Grandland SUVs, with a ‘Vizor’ grille

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flanked by angular LED headlights. The smooth, gloss-black grille not only gives the Astra a fresh and distinctive look, but it also neatly hides forward-facing sensors.

To go with its contemporary look, the Astra sports Vauxhall’s new Griffin logos, and top versions will get Intelli-Lux LED Pixel headlights with 168 individual elements each. The option of bi-colour paintwork will be available for the first time, and the model name spans the tailgate, which is now constructed from plastic to save weight. There is at least one nod to the past, with the black plastic insert in the C-pillar reminiscent of the Mk1 and Mk2 Astra.

Changes inside are just as radical, with the traditional analogue gauges and button-

strewn fascia of the outgoing Astra replaced with digital displays, in a similar fashion to the Mk8 Volkswagen Golf. Branded ‘Pure Panel’, there’s a pair of 10-inch displays for driving information and infotainment, sitting side-by-side in an upright panel that appears to be free-standing in the dashboard. In a move that should please many buyers, a single row of piano key shortcut buttons sits beneath this, enabling physical control of key settings like the climate control system. An electronic gear selector and parking brake frees up room in the centre console for extra storage.

Sitting on its new EMP2 architecture and measuring 4,374mm in length and 1,860mm wide (without door mirrors),

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the Astra is slightly bigger than before, but now sits 15mm lower. Its wheelbase has increased by 13mm, which is likely to ensure a small increase in rear passenger space, while the boot now measures 422 litres, giving it a useful advantage over the Golf’s 381-litre boot.

Like the latest Peugeot 308, the new underpinnings also mean the Astra will be available with a plug-in hybrid powertrain for the first time, helping it compete with the Golf GTE and Skoda Octavia iV. Based around a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine, the plug-in hybrid is paired with a 109bhp electric motor for combined outputs of 178bhp or 222bhp. An EV range of just over 31 miles is expected from its 12.4kWh battery pack, which can be charged in less than two hours. While efficiency figures haven’t been released yet, these versions are likely to appeal to company-car drivers thanks to their predicted low CO2 emissions.

However, the PHEV is also likely to sit at the top of the range, so more affordable 1.2-litre petrol three-cylinder engines with 109bhp to 129bhp will also be offered. A diesel has also been confirmed with up to 129bhp, which will be a turbocharged four-

“There is at least one nod to the past, with the black plastic insert in the C-pillar reminiscent of the Mk1 and Mk2 Astra.” cylinder unit. These engines come with a six-speed manual gearbox as standard, but an eight-speed automatic will be optional.

Driver assistance features take a big step up, with cameras found not only in the windscreen, but also at the sides and rear of the car. There are also five radar sensors and ultrasonic sensors dotted around the car as part of Vauxhall’s ‘Intelli-Drive’ suite of technology. Bolstering the capability of its adaptive cruise control, this can adapt the car’s speed in corners and perform

semi-automatic lane changes, but it will also detect if the driver takes their hands off the steering wheel and prompt them to take back control. A large head-up display is also offered, along with improved blind-spot detection and a 360-degree camera view to aid parking.

As with other models in the Vauxhall range, the new Astra will be offered in SE, SRi, Elite and Ultimate specification levels, with the hatchback arriving first, with a more practical Sports Tourer estate arriving later.

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REAR-WHEEL DRIVE 2 SERIES COUPÉ UNVEILED An all-new BMW 2 Series Coupé will be arriving in dealerships early next year, costing £36,900 for the single diesel 220d M Sport model on offer. The svelte two-door now sits on the same platform as the larger 4 Series Coupé, but sports a more conservative horizontal grille. This architecture means it retains rear-wheel drive, unlike the latest 2 Series Gran Coupé that shares its DNA with MINI models, and therefore is front-wheel driven.

The latest Coupé has grown noticeably, being 105mm longer and 64mm wider, with a 51mm increase in wheelbase, however it’s now 28mm lower than before.

It also has 51mm and 31mm wider tracks front and rear, giving it ‘excellent cornering dynamics’ according to BMW. Along with a more aggressive posture, it’s good news for practicality, with the 390-litre boot now easier to access, with 35mm shaved off the height of its loading lip.

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Despite its larger footprint, BMW has employed greater use of aluminium to save weight, particularly at the nose of the car where the front wings, bonnet and spring struts are constructed from the material to save 9.6kg. The new grille also features BMW’s active air flap system, that can adjust in ten different stages to regulate air flow into the engine bay, reducing drag when closed.

The 2 Series Coupé’s angular new headlights are inspired by the ‘02’ models from the 1960s and 70s, there’s a long bonnet for a cab-rearward design and a short boot lid with a spoiler lip that ‘typify sporting compact BMW coupés’. All UK cars are destined to be M Sport versions, with an aggressive front lower grille and bumpers, dark exterior trim, dual exhausts and 18-inch alloy wheels. Inside, technology has been upgraded to catch up with the 4 Series, and it gets the same

10.25-inch digital instrument panel and 12.3-inch central infotainment display running the latest BMW Operating System 7 software. Thanks to it being an M Sport, there’s also a sports steering wheel with paddle shifters, and a blend of Alcantara and synthetic leather upholstery, along with heated sports seats.

Power comes from BMW’s 2.0-litre turbodiesel with common-rail direct injection, producing 188bhp and 295lb ft of torque. This is enough to propel the 220d Coupé to 62mph in 6.9 seconds, with gear changes taken care of by the standard eight-speed Steptronic Sport automatic transmission. The diesel powertrain gains 48-volt mild-hybrid technology, with a starter generator providing an 11bhp boost under acceleration. Fuel efficiency of 60.1mpg on the combined cycle and CO2 emissions of 122g/km helps it to appeal to private and business drivers alike.

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ELLESMERE PORT FUTURE SECURED Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port has been saved with a £100 million investment from owners Stellantis. The factory, which currently builds the outgoing generation of Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer, will be converted into a facility dedicated to manufacturing electric vans and people carriers, securing around 1,000 jobs.

Once the re-tooling has been completed next year, Ellesmere Port will join Stellantis’ Vigo plant in Spain in manufacturing the Citroën e-Berlingo, Peugeot e-Partner and Vauxhall Combo-e, all of which use a shared platform, but with unique touches to the exterior and interior design. The UK plant will supply these vehicles both to domestic and export markets. And although not officially confirmed, it was hinted that a Fiat version of the electric van and five- and seven-seat MPVs will be built, possibly using the Doblò nameplate.

There are also plans afoot to ‘enable a pathway’ to make the plant carbon neutral by 2025. The aim is for the facility to be 100 per cent self-sufficient for electricity, with work set to go ahead on plans for wind and solar farms. The transformation of the plant will require a new body shop and the creation of on-site battery pack assembly.

The batteries themselves will be shipped to Ellesmere Port from abroad.

Vauxhall has been manufacturing in the UK since 1903, and Ellesmere Port opened in 1962 – it marks its 60th anniversary next year. However, the future of Ellesmere Port had previously been in doubt, and it looked increasingly likely it may face closure as the current generation of Astra ended production. Obstacles included the government’s announcement to stop the sale of purely petrol and diesel engined vehicles from 2030, along with Brexit.

Stellantis CEO, Carlos Tavares, said: “Performance is always the trigger for sustainability and this £100 million investment demonstrates our commitment to the UK and to Ellesmere Port. I particularly want to thank our highly skilled, dedicated workforce for their patience and contribution. Equally, I want to thank our partners, the Unite Union, for their open mindset and strong co-operation and, of course, the UK Government for their continued support.”

Government business secretary, Kwasi Kwarteng commented: “Today’s decision will not only power Ellesmere Port into a clean future, but will secure thousands of jobs across the region in the supply chain.

In this global race to secure electric vehicle production, we are proud to support Britain’s auto sector in this crucial transition as we work to build back better.”

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SMART SUV EV A new electric SUV from smart has been teased by the car maker, ahead of its unveiling at the brand-new Munich motor show in September, that replaces Frankfurt in the motor show calendar.

Little is known about the vehicle aside from this image, however, it is the first product of the joint ownership venture that has been established between Daimler and Geely. Stay tuned for more information as we receive it.

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BENTLEY FLYING SPUR HYBRID BREEZES IN Full details for the Bentley Flying Spur Hybrid have now been released, with customer deliveries for the £140,000-plus electrified saloon anticipated towards the end of 2021. The Crewe-manufactured car’s W12 and V8 models will be joined by a V6 petrol, augmented with plug-in electric power to ensure it’s no slouch.

In fact, it’s not far off the V8 model, rocketing from 0-62mph in 4.3 seconds and on to a top speed of 177mph. That’s thanks to the 2.9-litre V6 and electric motor producing a combined 537bhp and 553lb ft of torque, which is 95bhp more than the Bentayga Hybrid. The electric motor alone provides up to 134bhp and 295lb ft of torque, alongside the 410bhp and 406lb ft of the turbocharged engine.

The electric motor is supplied by a 14.1kWh lithium-ion battery, capable of being fully recharged within 2.5 hours. A Bentley-branded wallbox is offered as a

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no-cost option and cables are also supplied with the car to allow replenishment at work,home or at public rapid chargers.

While official economy figures are pending, the Flying Spur Hybrid is expected to have an EV range of just below 25 miles. A range of 435 miles from a full tank of petrol is also said to be a record for a Bentley model.

Thanks to its plug-in hybrid powertrain, drivers will be able to cycle between EV Drive, Hybrid and Hold driving modes. The first will promote electric driving, making it ideal for city driving and low-emissions zones. Hybrid will automatically juggle power sources based on data from the navigation system, aiming to strategically use the energy stored in the battery for optimal efficiency. Hold aims to maintain battery charge for use later in the journey.

Design changes appear to be intentionally minimal, but there are new ‘Hybrid’ badges, the addition of a charging

flap on the left-hand rear wing and quad oval tailpipes. Inside, there are new ‘e-motion’ graphics for the infotainment screen, providing detailed information about the flow of energy and efficiency statistics. An embedded SIM card also provides a data connection for the car, allowing owners to access information remotely. The My Bentley smartphone app can control charging, view vehicle data and set the climate control to heat or cool the interior before a journey.

There are seven standard paint finishes, but buyers can specify from an extended palette of 60 hues or even specify a ‘personal commission’, for an additional cost. Blackline Specification can be chosen to replace exterior chrome with black trim and an illuminated Flying B mascot is even available. Alloy wheels are 20-inches in diameter as standard, but 21- and 22-inch items are optionally available.

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NISSAN ANNOUNCES £1 BILLION EV HUB Nissan has announced big plans to create a “a world-first EV manufacturing ecosystem” in Sunderland, representing a £1 billion investment. Named Nissan EV36Zero, it includes a ‘Gigafactory’ able to manufacture state of the art batteries, production facilities to build electric models and a ‘Microgrid’ that can deliver 100 per cent clean energy across the site.

The facility will manufacture the successor to the Nissan Leaf, and is expected to create around 900 jobs at Nissan and 750 jobs at its battery partner Envision AESC. The changes are also expected to cascade to help secure more than 4,500 jobs in the UK supply chain.

Nissan will invest up to £423 million on the next-generation electric crossover, based on the CMF-EV platform. With the latest battery technology and styling, Nissan hopes it will be responsible for

‘making the switch to electric driving even more accessible’. The plant will be able to produce 100,000 units of the new electric crossover annually.

It has also been announced that the battery ‘Gigafactory’ will have an initial capacity of around 9GWh, but the site has the potential for this to be expanded to 35GWh in future. According to Nissan, the plant will make batteries more cost competitive, and a new ‘Gen5’ battery cell will be 30 per cent more energy dense, improving range and efficiency.

Envision established the first battery plant in Sunderland in 2012 and has supplied batteries for UK-built Nissan Leaf and eNV200 models for almost a decade.

It will now invest £450 million to create the UK’s first ‘Gigafactory’ adjacent to the Nissan plant, powered by renewable energy. Its ramp up from 9GWh capacity to

25GWh by 2030 has the potential to create up to 4,500 new jobs and a planned future investment of £1.8 billion.

The ‘Microgrid’ planned for the site will use second life EV batteries to store up to 1MW of energy, which is planned to save 55,000 tonnes of carbon each year. The setup will allow excess energy captured during daylight hours to be stored for use at other times, and to help balance demand. Led by Sunderland City Council, the project could add as many as ten solar farms to the existing Nissan wind and solar farms, with up to 132MW generation.

Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, said: “Commitments like these exemplify our ability to create hundreds of green jobs and boost British industry, whilst also allowing people to travel in an affordable and sustainable way so we can eliminate our contributions to climate change”

VW, BMW AND DAIMLER COLLUDED OVER ADBLUE EMISSIONS The Volkswagen Group and BMW have been fined £725 million by the European Commission for collusion around curbing the implementation of AdBlue emissions-reducing technology.

Daimler blew the whistle on them, and was also part of the discussions, but escaped without a fine. According to reports, the Volkswagen Group is considering appealing the decision.

The European Commission said BMW, Daimler, Audi, Porsche and Volkswagen “illegally colluded to restrict competition” around the reduction of diesel emissions. This

included regular meetings where the sizes of AdBlue tanks and AdBlue consumption for future models were discussed, so that while the carmakers knew using more AdBlue could reduce emissions more effectively, they colluded to only hit minimum legal standards. This is said to have taken place between 2009 and 2014.

“This cartel aimed at restricting competition on this key parameter” said the Commission, who commented, “In today's world, polluting less is an important characteristic of any car.” Margrethe Vestager, the EU’s

antitrust boss said the manufacturers “possessed the technology to reduce harmful emissions beyond what was legally required under EU emission standards” but they avoided “using the technology’s full potential.”

However, VW has allegedly said “the contents of the talks were never implemented and customers were therefore never harmed." The organisation instead claims the tank sizes and AdBlue ranges installed in customer cars were two to three times larger than discussed during the controversial meetings.

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Credo Eco Finance’s business growth included funding three Tesla Model 3s for an electrical company

MORE PEOPLE PLUGGING INTO EV FINANCE BROKER’S SPECIALIST SERVICE Electric vehicle sales are surging, and it is reflected in a big rise in business for Credo Eco Finance. The independent finance broker is seeing serious growth in sourcing finance and enquiries as confidence grows as the country comes out of Covid restrictions.

Fran Brown, Credo marketing manager, said: “We have seen a big rise in enquiries and business because we specialise in financing electric vehicles, and green energy options, and know what we are talking about.”

Credo’s experience ties in with the latest new car figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders. In the first six months of this year 73,893 pure battery electric vehicles were registered, 138% up on the 30,957 in the first half of 2020. Their share of the new car market grew from 4.7% to 8.1% year on year.

Fran said: “Covid has changed people’s lives, but now they are looking to make further changes for the better and one way is to switch to an electric car or van. The restrictions of the pandemic has given them lots of time to think about the future, and the future is clearly going to involve EVs.” Customers have been choosing high-end, prestige models with Credo’s latest funding packages including a new Porsche Taycan, a used Tesla Model X and three new Tesla Model 3s for an electrical company.

“Selling three Teslas to an electrical company – they obviously know the way to go!”, said Fran.

The Tesla Model 3s needed to be financed on a tight schedule and the customer was pleased that Credo achieved the deadline. Credo, whose specialists can help with advice, as well as sourcing the best finance option, is preparing for its first electric pool car. It is also getting enquiries from companies looking to do the same.

“We have just had our electric car charger fitted outside our office, so we are also taking the plunge. It is very important that we are showing the way for businesses to switch to electric vehicles and sustainable and renewable energy options. We know it is the right thing to do.”

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Mercedes-Benz has told the world’s press it will go all-electric by 2030, at least ‘where market conditions allow’. The German manufacturing giant will shift from ‘electric-first to electriconly’ and accelerate towards an ‘emissions-free and softwaredriven future.’ It plans to invest £34 billion into electric vehicle technology between 2022 and 2030.

By next year, Mercedes-Benz will have a battery electric vehicle (BEV) in every market area it sits in. From 2025 onwards, all new vehicle architectures it launches will be electric-only and there will be an EV version of every model it builds. The world’s oldest motorcar manufacturer has already launched the EQA, EQB, EQS and EQV, while the EQE and EQS luxury SUVs are due to arrive in 2022.

Mercedes-Benz plans to launch three BEV vehicle architectures in 2025, starting with ‘MB.EA’. This will form the building blocks for medium and large passenger cars and form the ‘backbone’ of its EV portfolio. ‘AMG.EA’ will be dedicated to high-performance electric models designed to cater for Mercedes-AMG customers. Lastly, ‘VAN.EA’ will sit beneath a new generation of electric vans and light commercial vehicles.

Its huge investment also includes the acquisition of UK-based motor manufacturer YASA, giving Mercedes-Benz access to its unique axial flux motor technology. This can yield lighter and more energy-dense motors than the radial electric motors currently in widespread use.

To ensure a steady and robust supply of batteries, Mercedes-Benz also plans to invest in eight new battery ‘Gigafactories’ globally, with a target of 200GWh of annual capacity. This is in addition to a network of nine battery facilities that are already planned. To help reduce costs, this next generation of batteries will be highly standardised to ensure they can be used in more than 90 per cent of Mercedes-Benz products.

The marque announced it is working with charging infrastructure partners, including Shell Recharge, to make it more convenient for owners to top-up their vehicle’s battery.

The partnership will add a further 30,000 charge points by 2025 to the existing ‘Mercedes me Charge’ network of more than 530,000 charge points worldwide. The plan is for owners to be able to plug in, charge and unplug without any further complications or steps.

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EXPERIMENTAL POLESTAR 2 UNLEASHED An experimental Polestar 2 has made an appearance at the Goodwood Festival of Speed, with increased power and a more hardcore chassis setup. Nicknamed ‘Beast’ by its engineers, the prototype came about thanks to Polestar CEO Thomas Ingenlath challenging his team to create a Polestar 2 that “makes a strong statement”.

Based on a long-range battery Polestar 2 with dual motors, power has been increased to 470bhp – 68bhp more than standard. Considering the regular car hits 62mph from rest in 4.7 seconds, this should make it even more neck-snappingly fast. Yet, it’s the chassis upgrades that are arguably more significant. Not only does the car sit 30mm lower, the track has been widened by 20mm, necessitating widened wheel arches. These also help accommodate 21-inch alloy wheels, sourced from the Polestar 1 Coupé. In turn, these large wheels mean it has also been possible to fit the gigantic six-piston Akebono front brakes from Polestar’s

range-topper.

Its springs have been stiffened by 80 per cent at the front and 40 per cent at the rear compared with the ‘performance’ setup available to buyers. Its Ohlins dampers have also been switched for three-way adjustable Ohlins struts that are around 30 per cent stiffer. To improve rigidity, a carbon fibre front strut bar has been adopted from the Volvo S60 Polestar Engineered, along with a custom-made rear strut bar.

“This car is what happens when we are given freedom to go beyond our limits,” said Joakim Rydholm, Polestar’s chief chassis engineer. “Polestar 2 is already a wonderfully dynamic car and we have spent thousands of hours fine-tuning its

driving characteristics. The new chassis set-up for Goodwood has really taken it to the next level.”

To help it stand out, the experimental Polestar 2 is finished in Snow Matte paintwork, with a Magnesium Matte racing stripe and black door mirrors. The bumpers and side skirts also gain a colourcoded hue, while the bodywork has been tweaked to improve cooling.

PHEV REPLACES DIESEL MEGANE Renault will drop purely petrol and diesel versions of its Megane hatchback in favour of a plug-in hybrid, in line with its electrification strategy. The Megane E-Tech will be available in hatchback guise from August, and the first examples are expected to arrive with the early bird customers from September, costing from just under £30,000.

The E-Tech will be offered in Iconic and R.S. Line trims, with power coming from a 1.6-litre four-cylinder petrol engine and a 64bhp electric motor, supplied by a 9.8kWh lithium-ion battery – a powertrain shared with the Megane Sport Tourer and Captur PHEV. Most importantly, it achieves official economy figures of up to 235mpg, with just CO2 emissions of 28g/km, aided by its EV range of around 30 miles.

With a combined 158bhp, it can also get the Megane from 0-62mph in 9.4 seconds and on to a top speed of 114mph.

Its low emissions will be a key selling point for company-car drivers thanks to its low 11 per cent Benefit-in-Kind banding, while also allowing the Megane E-Tech to drive in lowemissions zones without facing tariffs.

Both trim levels will feature a 10-inch instrument display, various driving modes, all-round parking sensors and a healthy list of safety equipment. Iconic models feature 16-inch alloy wheels and a seven-inch infotainment screen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. R.S. Line brings stylish 17-inch wheels, sporting tweaks inside, a larger 9.3-inch infotainment display and a rear-view parking camera.

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KIA FRESHENS UP THE CEED Kia has revealed a sporty new design for its Ceed hatchback, keeping it fresh against rivals like the Ford Focus, Volkswagen Golf and upcoming 11th-generation Honda Civic. The latest Ceed will also benefit from some new technology, and is set to arrive later this year. UK pricing hasn’t been confirmed, but we expect it to be close to the current Ceed, starting from around £22,000 for the cheapest diesel model.

As you’d expect, most visual changes are at the front, where the Ceed has new LED headlight units, Kia’s latest badge and a new interpretation of the ‘Tiger Nose’ grille. There’s also a dramatic front bumper, with larger air intakes than some hot hatchbacks. The rear also gets a new gloss black lower valance with integrated chrome exhaust finishers. GT Line versions sport new rear lights with a honeycomb design for a more upmarket aesthetic.

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wheel designs and there are a couple of new paint finishes called Machined Bronze and Orange Fusion.

Inside, the big changes are to the infotainment system, with higher trim levels now featuring a 10.25inch touchscreen and a 12.3-inch digital instrument display, both with highdefinition graphics.

There are also new upholstery designs, including black suede and leather sports seats with grey contrasting stitching for the GT Line version.

Kia has also bolstered the Ceed’s safety devices, adding a feature that alerts passengers if traffic is approaching as they open a door.

The driver will also be warned via a dashboard graphic when the car ahead moves off in traffic. The blind-spot warning system has been upgraded, so it can now steer the car

back into its lane if an imminent collision is detected when changing lanes. Rear cross-traffic alerts will also warn the driver of traffic while reversing out of a parking space and can brake automatically.

With the Ceed recently receiving a suite of new powerplants, the engine line-up has been left largely unchanged, so the 1.6-litre mild-hybrid ‘Smartstream’ diesel with 134bhp will still be offered. This is available with either a six-speed manual gearbox or a seven-speed automatic ‘7DCT’ transmission. The manual is Kia’s intelligent manual transmission (iMT) that operates electronically without a physical linkage to the engine, allowing for engineoff coasting to improve efficiency.

Like its predecessor, the Ceed will be offered in diesel form in the hatchback and Sportswagon bodystyles, with 2, 3 and GT-Line trim levels. The ProCeed also gets a similar range of updates, but is no longer offered with a diesel engine.

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STELLANTIS INVESTS £22 BILLION

INTO ELECTRIFICATION Stellantis has announced it plans to invest around £22 billion in electrification and software by 2025. By doing so, the group is targeting 70 per cent of sales in Europe from its low emissions vehicles by 2030. This will see Vauxhall become an EV-only brand in Europe by 2028 across both its private and commercial vehicle offerings.

Sticking with Vauxhall (and Opel outside the UK), the brands will also revive the Manta badge for a new EV that’s likely to get SUV proportions. Opel’s electric vehicle range is also expected to expand into the Chinese market.

At its EV Day event, Stellantis also announced that future EVs from its brands would be based on four ‘STLA’ platforms for Small, Medium, Large and Frame vehicles, with a range of up to 300 miles for small vehicles, 440 miles for medium models and up to 500 miles for its large vehicles.

While the small platform will cater for hatchbacks and crossovers from the likes of Peugeot and Citroën, STLA large will be rolled out for SUVs for brands like Jeep. STLA Frame can be used for body-on-frame vehicles including pick-up trucks and vans that require a higher payload and additional towing limits.

Battery sizes will span from 37kWh to 200kWh and can be configured to use either 400 or 800volt architecture, with charging speeds of up to 20 miles per minute. By 2024, Stellantis is planning to offer two battery chemistries: one high energydensity option and another nickel cobalt-free alternative, while by 2026 it aims to sell the ‘first

competitive’ solid state battery technology.

Stellantis boss, Carlos Tavares, said: “Our electrification journey is quite possibly the most important brick to lay as we start to reveal the future of Stellantis just six months after its birth, and now the entire company is in full execution mode to exceed every customer’s expectation and accelerate our role in redefining the way the world moves.”

During the EV Day, Stellantis announced it has plans for five battery ‘Gigafactories’ in Europe and North America, with an ambition to produce 130GWh of battery capacity by 2025 and 260GWh in 2030. This will be key to its plan to drive down the cost of batteries, with a planned reduction in costs of 40 per cent between 2020 and 2024, followed by an additional 20 per cent cut by 2030.

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VOLVO AIMS FOR 621 MILES EV DRIVING RANGE Volvo has announced plans to dramatically increase the range and charging speeds of its future electric cars, whilst also improving safety and infotainment. The raft of changes outlined at the brand’s Tech Moment event, led by Volvo boss Håkan Samuelsson, are aimed at making Volvo a leader in the premium EV sector.

In the near future, its ‘second generation’ of electric cars will focus on improved lithium-ion battery technology and will kick off with the launch of the battery-electric XC90 on an all-new platform in 2022. Volvo confirmed the all-electric XC90 will be equipped with ‘bi-directional charging’, so that owners can transfer power back to the power grid. This allows charging when demand is low and makes it possible to transfer energy when usage and pricing is at its peak.

Its ‘third generation’ of EVs will see better integration of the battery pack into the floor of the car, improving vehicle stiffness, according to Volvo. The manufacturer will also ally with Swedish battery provider Northvolt to improve the energy density of its batteries by up to 50%, with the target of 621 miles of ‘real driving range’. Charging times are also expected to

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be ‘cut almost in half’ by 2025, with battery, software and fast-charging upgrades.

Volvo is also pushing all its battery suppliers to use 100% renewable energy while producing cells, by 2025. Volvo plans to sell only pure electric vehicles by 2030.

In-house software The Swedish firm will soon be responsible for its software development, creating a new operating system that it calls VolvoCars.OS, which will allow ‘faster and more flexible development’. It will also offer more regular over-the-air updates to customers to ‘make Volvo cars better every day’, in a move that will compete directly with Tesla’s frequent software updates.

Volvo will centralise the computing of its electric cars into a core system to remove complexity, cutting down on the number of ECUs typically found around its vehicles. Due to be revealed in full in 2022, it will be made up of three main computers responsible for processing and artificial intelligence, general computing and infotainment, respectively. It will be co-developed with Google and computer chip giant NVIDIA, and early mock-ups show vehicles will have a large central

tablet, a smaller instrument display and a head-up display.

Enhanced safety Volvo plans to harvest traffic data from ‘real-life situations’ in customer cars to help it improve safety more rapidly, allowing ‘continuous and much faster improvements to its cars’. This will include data from sensors such as high-resolution LiDAR that’s being developed by Luminar.

The plan will let engineers ‘validate and verify autonomous drive features quicker’, helping Volvo rollout its semi-autonomous driving features more quickly than using ‘a limited number of cars on a test track.’

Once updates have been verified, they can be ‘rolled out rapidly’ via over-the-air updates, so that the benefits and safety increases will arrive step by step.

To harness the data, Volvo is partnering with Zenseact in a data factory that’s expected to hold more than 200 PetaBytes (225 million gigabytes) of data within a few years. This data will be processed using artificial intelligence, and customers can choose if their data is collected.

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an autonomous driving computer powered by a bespoke NVIDIA ‘system-on-a-chip’.

Improved infotainment Volvo’s next generation of infotainment systems will fall under the VolvoCars.OS umbrella. Arriving in cars from next year, it is being co-developed with Google, with the technology giant already supplying its Android OS system for the latest Volvo and Polestar models.

A large, portrait and tablet-style touchscreen will dominate proceedings, and Volvo will also provide information to the driver via a head-up display. A smaller, high-resolution driver information screen will also sit behind the steering wheel, giving the driver ‘the most relevant information’ such as the car’s speed and battery levels.

The central touchscreen will ensure ‘everything customers need should always be easily accessible’ either via touch, or with a voice command. Volvo claims no immediate ‘needs or information’ will be buried within menus. Only the right information will be displayed at the right time to help boost the user experience and safety. Next-generation Volvos will also use compatible phones as a key, and the Volvo Cars smartphone app will allow owners to take care of tasks like charging and connecting to the car and home devices.

Volvo Concept Recharge Volvo also took the opportunity to announce its Concept Recharge vehicle, which represents a ‘new paradigm in car design’ according to the manufacturer.

Based around the mantra ‘less but better’, the car’s proportions have been changed to make the most of its electric powertrain, with more interior space and improved aerodynamic efficiency.

It represents a move away from firstgeneration Volvo EVs based on platforms shared with combustion-engined models.

Instead, the next generation will feature flat floors, allowing designers to dramatically extend wheelbases, increase interior space and storage and reposition the seats.

The new styling direction includes a move to closed grilles, replaced with a ‘shield-like structure’, and a new take on Volvo’s Thor’s Hammer headlights and LED daytime running lights. Concept Recharge’s rear lights are in the traditional vertical layout, but now feature wings that extend at cruising speeds to improve aerodynamics.

“Our Concept Recharge represents a manifesto for the all-electric future of Volvo Cars, as well as a new type of vehicle,” said Robin Page, Volvo’s design boss. “It displays new and modern proportions that go hand in hand with increased versatility and shows what technology can enable in terms of design.”

Inside, a 15-inch touchscreen takes centre stage, and previews Volvo’s nextgeneration infotainment system. To reflect Volvo’s safety ambitions, the Concept Recharge is also fitted with a LiDAR sensor, placed in a prime position on its roof to collect data from around the car.

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MORSELS The British Standards Institute (BSI) and Motability will be giving the charging industry guidance on how to make electric chargers more accessible for wheelchair users by summer 2022.

The guidance from the BSI and Motability will consider aspects like kerb height, providing adequate space between bollards and chargepoints, and being of a suitable height for wheelchair users.

Car valuation experts CAP HPI reports that values of used cars have risen by 13.5% in the last 3 months. For example, in May alone, a Fiesta rose by 6%, 1 Series diesel by 7% and Zafira by 9%.

Co-op Insurance has found that Lambeth, London had the highest number of car theft claims between 2016 and 2020. The top three cars stolen were Ford Fiesta and Focus and Vauxhall Corsa.

According to comparethemarket.com, drivers who claim on their car insurance policy see premiums jump to an average of £844 when they renew, up from £660 for those with no claims.

A Ford Mustang Mach-E is a Guinness World Record holder after demonstrating its efficiency on a run from John O’Groats to Land’s End that represented well over 500 miles of driving range.

Just two charging stops were required to cover the 840-mile journey by the Ford Mustang Mach-E RWD Extended Range. It beat the official 379-mile range by more than 120 miles.

Jaguar Racing has confirmed its long-term future to the Gen3 era of the ABB FIA Formula E world championship, set to commence with the 2022/2023 season.

A new platform for the sales of new and used electric vehicles has launched. Called JustGoEV.co.uk, the one-stop approach also gives advice on EV buying and has 600 dealers on board.

MS-RT, the commercial vehicles conversion partner of Ford is set to establish a £4 million conversion facility at the company’s factory in Dagenham in Essex.

The new venture by MS-RT at the Ford plant will create 50 jobs when it opens next year, rising to 120 when fully operational.

Their current facility in Pontypool, South Wales is unaffected.

The 2021 model year Nissan Leaf now has an acoustic vehicle alerting system called Canto to warn other road users that the EV is moving. It is activated at speeds of up to 18mph.

Twisted, a specialist that modifies Land Rover Defenders with bespoke upgrades, re-engineering and refurbishment, has opened a new boutique in Radley Mews, Kensington, London.

Twisted celebrates its 21st birthday in 2021, and already this year, has opened a new headquarters in Thirsk, North Yorkshire, a retail outlet at Silverstone and a showroom in Austin, Texas, USA. Volvo and its parent Geely Holdings are creating a joint venture called Aurobay, to include all of its powertrain operations. The standalone business hopes to sell engines to third parties.

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REFUELLING

COSTS

DIESEL PRICES

UK

PETROL PRICES

1 ABERDEEN

128.9p

2.2p

125.7p

1p

2 ABERYSTWYTH

135.9p

6p

133.9p

6p

3 BELFAST

125.9p

1p

122.9p

3p

4 BIRMINGHAM

127.7p

1p

120.9p

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5 CARDIFF

127.9p

0.2p

126.9p

1.3p

6 DOVER

135.7p

3p

133.7p

2.8p

7 GLASGOW

129.7p

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128.7p

3.1p

8 LINCOLN

130.7p

1.8p

128.7p

3p

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128.7p

3p 2p

126.7p

2.8p

10 MANCHESTER

127.9p

4p

124.9p

4p

11 MILTON KEYNES

129.9p

2.2p

125.9p

3.2p

12 NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE

129.7p

2p

126.7p

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13 NORWICH

129.9p

2.2p

127.9p

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14 PLYMOUTH

129.7p

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127.9p

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15 PORTSMOUTH

128.7p

2p

125.7p

1.8p

16 SOUTHEND-ON-SEA

128.7p

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17 SWINDON

129.9p

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127.9p

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130.7p

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OFF-PEAK HOME ELECTRICITY DEALS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLES

BEYOND THE UK AVERAGE PRICE

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PETROL PER LITRE

UK

£1.26

£1.23

BELGIUM

£1.35

£1.35

FRANCE

£1.25

£1.37

GERMANY

£1.18

£1.37

IRELAND

£1.19

£1.28

ITALY

£1.32

£1.44

NETHERLANDS

£1.35

£1.68

POLAND

£1.02

£1.05

PORTUGAL

£1.33

£1.51

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£1.07

£1.19

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£1.41

£1.39

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£1.40

£1.33

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£0.61

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GoElectric 35

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4.50p

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21:00 to 07:00 (plus weekends)

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OVO Drive Dual Fuel

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All average prices over the last 30 days correct as at 17th July 2021

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WHAT’S ON? A round-up of important motoring shows and events going on around the world, as well as closer to home

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Saturday 7 August Electric Vehicles Festival British Motor Museum, Banbury Road, Gaydon, Warwickshire, CV35 0BJ www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk

Saturday 4 September Jaguars at Gaydon British Motor Museum, Banbury Road, Gaydon, Warwickshire, CV35 0BJ www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk

Saturday 14 August Celebrating the life of Murray Walker OBE Beaulieu, New Forest, Hampshire, SO42 7ZN www.beaulieu.co.uk

Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 September International Autojumble Beaulieu, New Forest, Hampshire, SO42 7ZN www.beaulieu.co.uk

Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 August Classic & Vintage Commercial Show British Motor Museum, Banbury Road, Gaydon, Warwickshire, CV35 0BJ www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk Thursday 19 to Sunday 22 August British Motor Show Farnborough International and Conference Centre, Farnborough, Hampshire, GU14 6FD www.thebritishmotorshow.live Friday 20 to Sunday 29 August New York International Auto Show Javits Center, 429 11th Avenue, New York, NY 10001, USA www.autoshowny.com Saturday 21 August Midlands Italian Car Day British Motor Museum, Banbury Road, Gaydon, Warwickshire, CV35 0BJ www.britishmotormuseum.co.uk Sunday 22 August Simply Mercedes Beaulieu, New Forest, Hampshire, SO42 7ZN www.beaulieu.co.uk Summer Classic Gathering Brooklands Museum, Brooklands Drive, Weybridge, Surrey, KT13 0SL www.brooklandsmuseum.com Friday 27 to Sunday 29 August Carfest South Laverstoke Park, Overton, Basingstoke, Hampshire, RG25 3DR www.carfest.org

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Sunday 5 September Haynes Breakfast Club Haynes International Motor Museum, Sparkford, Yeovil, Somerset, BA22 7LH www.haynesmotormuseum.com/ haynesbreakfastclub Stratford Autojumble Luddington Road, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, CV37 9SE www.stratfordautojumble.co.uk Tuesday 7 to Sunday 12 September IAA Mobility 2021 Messegelände, D-81823 Munich, Germany www.iaa.de/en/mobility Sunday 12 September Simply French Beaulieu, New Forest, Hampshire, SO42 7ZN www.beaulieu.co.uk Sunday 19 September Simply BMW Beaulieu, New Forest, Hampshire, SO42 7ZN www.beaulieu.co.uk Thursday 23 to Sunday 26 September North American International Motor Show Cobo Exhibition Center, Detroit, MI 48226, USA www.naias.com Sunday 26 September Simply British Classics Beaulieu, New Forest, Hampshire, SO42 7ZN www.beaulieu.co.uk Do you have an event for our calendar?

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HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 ver since Boris Johnson announced his shocking vision for pure electric mobility last year, with the UK banning the sale of pure petrol and diesel cars from 2030, every car maker around the world has jumped on the bandwagon, announcing plans to electrify their model line-up. While that’s hardly surprising, in a me too, kind of way, companies like Hyundai were already ahead of the curve. At a time when some manufacturers are announcing future plans, cars like the Ioniq 5 are already here.

If you think you may have heard the name before, you’re right, as Hyundai has had a car named Ioniq in its range since 2016. Previously it has been a quirkily styled Focus-sized hatchback with hybrid, plug-in hybrid and pure electric drivetrains. This time around, Hyundai is morphing Ioniq into a subbrand, with the 5 available to buy now,

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and the 6 Sedan and 7 SUV set to be unveiled shortly at the Munich motor show.

The 5 was previewed by the 45 Concept, and pleasingly, Hyundai’s designers have stayed relatively true to the original design.

The new range of Ioniq models will sit alongside other eco-friendly Hyundais, like the Kona Hybrid and Electric and the Tucson and Santa Fe hybrids and plug-in hybrids, as well as the groundbreaking Nexo hydrogen fuel-cell vehicle.

The Ioniq 5 sits on an all-new E-GMP pure electric platform that will underpin future electric cars from the Hyundai, Kia and Genesis brands. Kia’s EV6 is the sister car to the Ioniq 5, though it is beaten into the showrooms. Hyundai will have the first cars at dealers this summer, with Kia following in October. Priced from £36,995, the Ioniq 5 misses out on any kind of subsidy from the Government, following the revision of the scheme in the spring.

The newcomer is offered with a choice

of two battery packs (58.2 and 72.6kWh), three power outputs (168, 215 and 300bhp), a trio of trim levels (SE Connect, Premium and Ultimate) and a choice of rear- or all-wheel drive.

The entry-level SE Connect wears the £36,995 price tag and features a single electric motor attached to the rear axle.

It has a 58.2kWh lithion-ion battery pack, with 158bhp and 258lb ft of torque, while 0-60mph takes 8.5 seconds. There’s a maximum range of 240 miles, with recharging via a 10.5kW charger taking just over 8 hours. A 50kW rapid charger will see 80% restored in approximately 46 minutes while a 350kW charger will replenish in around 17 minutes. Move up to Premium specification and there’s the choice of all three power outputs, with the lower two featuring rear-wheel drive and the 300bhp version paired to all-wheel drive. The 72.6kWh version packs more punch, with 215bhp and 258lb ft of torque

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FACT & FIGURES On sale | Now In showrooms | Summer 2021 Prices | £36,995 to £48,145 Bodystyles | 5-door crossover Engines | Electric automatic (168bhp), Electric automatic (215bhp), Electric automatic (301bhp) Trim levels | SE Connect, Premium, Ultimate Also consider | Kia EV6, Volkswagen ID.4 Model tested | Ultimate AWD Price | £48,145 Built in | Ulsan, South Korea Codename | NE Platform | E-GMP Bodystyle | 5-door SUV, 5-seats Layout | Four-wheel-drive Powerplant | Electric motor and 72.6kWh lithium-ion battery pack Transmission | 1-speed automatic Max power (front electric motor) | 94bhp Max power (rear electric motor) | 207bhp Max power (combined) | 301bhp Max torque (front electric motor) | 188lb ft Max torque (rear electric motor) | 258lb ft Top speed | 115mph 0-62mph | 11.2secs CO2 emissions | 0g/km Range | 267 miles Recharge time (Domestic socket/10.5kW fast charger/50kW rapid charger/350kW rapid charger)| 30 hours 45 minutes/10 hours 53 minutes/56 minutes/17 minutes Insurance group | tba BIK rate (2021/2022 tax year) | 1% Size (length/width without mirrors) | 4,635/1,890mm Boot space (min/max) | 527/1,587 litres Kerb/max towing weight | 2,020/1,600kg Euro NCAP crash rating | Not yet tested Warranty – car | 5 years/Unlimited miles Warranty – battery | 8 years/100,000 miles Wheels (Full-size/spacesaver/run-flats/ self-sealing/repair kit) | No/no/no/no/yes

on offer, and a maximum range of 300 miles for Premium models and 281 for the flagship Ultimate. Acceleration to 62mph drops to 7.4 seconds and charging takes a little longer at just under 11 hours using a 10.5kW charger. Hooking up to a 50kW station will take just under an hour, and the 350kW charger takes approximately 17 minutes. The extra oomph of the flagship 300bhp AWD edition means it can accelerate to 60mph in 5.2 seconds, while developing 446lb ft of torque. Range drops down to 287 miles on Premium versions and 268 for the Ultimate. The charging time, though, remains exactly the same as the lower powered 215bhp edition.

One of the Ioniq 5’s party pieces is that it has bi-directional charging, so not only can it return energy to the national grid, but it could also provide electricity to another stricken electric vehicle at speeds of up to 3.6kW. That could be invaluable on a dark night when a friend or relative has run out of

charge, and the Ioniq 5 dons a metaphorical superhero cape to rescue them.

With 301bhp available under your right foot, there’s thumping great performance away from the lights, and this seems to be emphasised by the near silence as

Verdict | The Ioniq 5 is bold and new, and has an air of modern-day Maestro about it, but in a good way. One of the best ways to make an electric statement.

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it wafts up to speed. Place the brake regeneration into its maximum setting and it’s nicely aggressive, allowing you to drive the Ioniq 5 mainly with one pedal. A choice of three driving modes – Economy, Normal and Sport – gives you extra options to fine tune the way the car behaves, though we mostly kept it in ‘Normal’ for the duration of our test.

The button sprouts off of the steering wheel and is always at your fingertips.

The steering is light enough, with great agility and precision, while the handling through the bends is planted and reassuring. Body lean is neatly contained and while the suspension settings are on the firm side, it soaks up all but the worst imperfections neatly. Thanks to the laminated side windows, refinement is top notch, with low levels of road, tyre and wind noise entering the cabin.

Step into the cabin and it’s utterly unconventional, but in a good way. The twin elongated screens have an air of Mercedes-Benz A-Class about them, and yet their execution is fresh and new, maybe because of the choice of background colours. The graphics are super clear, and all of the displays are easy to fathom. We love the way that when you indicate, you get an image on the screen of what the corresponding wheel is up to, so that you can avoid

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grazing it on an errant kerb.

The dashboard itself is low set, with climate controls separate from the touchscreen, flanked by shortcuts for the audio system. There’s an air of simplicity to the design, and yet it’s quite intricate, all at the same time. The gear selector is attached to the steering column on the right-hand side, and it’s a surprisingly natural place for it to be. It certainly frees up space in the centre of the car, where Hyundai has positioned a pair of cupholders and lots of storage. Oddments are well catered for, even though the door bins are relatively modest. There’s a decent amount of space in the centre console, a drawer-like glovebox and various charging options available for different devices. There’s a mix of different quality plastics, though, from hard scratchy to plush padded.

Brush the centre of the steering wheel, where the horn push is, and it’s covered in a textile, rather than the more traditional plastic or leather. It’s oddly pleasing for being different. The flat-bottomed steering wheel is nice to hold, with touch sensitive buttons for the adaptive cruise control, telephone, and audio settings.

The driving position is set quite high, but even so, there’s lots of headroom both front and back. It’s a similar story for rear leg, knee and foot space, on account of the car’s extra-long wheelbase, with

generous proportions for every occupant, even with a glass panoramic roof fitted.

While the seats offer good lateral support, the squabs feel quite hard, and may take some bedding in before they are truly comfortable. Move to the business end and there’s a generously proportioned 527-litre boot with a relatively high loading sill, and that extends to 1,587 litres with the seats folded down. The rear chairs slide forward and aft so that you can prioritise carrying capacity over leg room.

Standard equipment on all versions includes 19-inch alloy wheels, dual-zone climate control, a rain sensor, sliding rear seats, LED headlights, power folding mirrors, drive mode selector, rear parking sensors and a reversing camera. Other equipment includes adaptive cruise control, keyless entry and start, a 12.3inch touchscreen with navigation system,

wireless smartphone charging and Android Auto and Apple CarPlay.

For safety, autonomous emergency braking, lane keep and follow assist and seven airbags are provided, including one for the centre of the car. Premium versions add an electric driver’s seat, heated front seats, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, heated steering wheel, front parking sensors, electric tailgate and blind spot warning. At the top of the range, Ultimate versions include alloy sports pedals, an electric front passenger seat, cooled front seats, heated rear seats, leather upholstery, rear privacy glass, laminated side windows, headup display and a Bose premium audio system with seven speakers and subwoofer. 20-inch alloy wheels are fitted to all 72.6kWh Ultimate models.

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MERCEDES-BENZ C-CLASS I t’s one of the most competitive arenas in the premium car world, with the compact executive C-Class going head-to-head with heavyweights like the BMW 3 Series and Audi A4, as well as the Jaguar XE, Lexus ES and Volvo S60. It’s replacement time for the stalwart C-Class, which has sold more than 2.5million examples around the world. This time around it is bigger in every direction – longer, wider, taller and with a lengthier wheelbase, but the boot remains the same at 455 litres on the saloon model we test here. Estate versions gain 30 litres, up to 490 litres

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and extendable to 1,510 litres.

The C-Class gains the latest generation 48-volt mild hybrid 2.0-litre turbodiesel engines that deliver a 20bhp boost on top of the 197bhp from the C 220 d engine, while the C 300 d gets a similar uplift when mated to the more powerful 261bhp iteration of the same powerplant. Plug-in hybrid petrol models arrive later this year, while diesel plug-in hybrid variants will be in showrooms from next year, both with a capability of travelling up to 62 miles on electricity alone. Saloon and estate versions are available from launch, in a choice of four trim levels – Sport, AMG

Line, AMG Line Premium and AMG Line Premium Plus. All versions are paired to a nine-speed automatic transmission, with no manual option.

The cabin of the new C-Class has been heavily influenced by the larger S-Class, and improvements thanks to the bigger exterior dimensions mean a 35mm uplift in rear kneeroom, as well as additional elbow space both front and back. The portrait-orientated central touchscreen rather dominates proceedings, but it’s easy to operate, even on the move. The air vents are a further development on the turbine theme, but we reckon they look more like robot heads, this time around. The new steering wheel is nice to hold, and there’s touch sensitive controls on the upper spokes. We love the electric seat controls that mimic the shape of the chair on the door panel, as it’s hugely intuitive and easy to operate.

Cabin quality is exceptional, and all of the materials are crafted from the finest materials. Headroom is sufficient up front and occupants in the back will find there’s reasonable space for legs, knees and feet, although the latter is more restricted if the driver’s seat is set in its lowest position. Space for oddments is well catered for, thanks to a large bin on the centre console, an area under the armest that opens in a butterfly-

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FACT & FIGURES On sale | Now In showrooms | Late 2021 List prices | £40,785 to £53,425 Bodystyles | 4-door saloon and 5-door estate Powerplants | 2.0 Diesel automatic (197bhp), 2.0 Diesel automatic (261bhp) Trim levels | Sport, AMG Line, AMG Line Premium, AMG Line Premium Plus Also consider | BMW 3 Series, Jaguar XE

like arrangement, while generously proportioned door pockets are backed up by a good-size glovebox.

There’s brisk performance off the line, with generous mid-range torque, and a silky action from the nine-speed automatic transmission. Five driving modes allow you to vary the driving experience and paddleshifts allow you to take control manually, if you so desire.

The new 2.0-litre engine is refined and nicely subdued, and you’ll only hear it vaguely in the background if you drive in a press-on manner. The steering is nicely responsive and agile, and this combines with taut, tidy, fluid handling, with excellent levels of grip. There’s a sporty feel to the suspension set up, but it’s totally pliant and isolates all but the worst lumps and bumps from occupants.

Much of the technology fitted to the flagship S-Class has trickled down to this new C-Class, including overthe-air updates so that the software is always the latest edition. A message appears in the MBUX infotainment system and downloads and installs in the background. “Hey Mercedes” is

all you need to say to summon the voice assistant, which is more reliable and responsive than most other rival systems. A 11.9-inch central touchscreen is included as standard, and this sits alongside digital instruments measuring 12.3-inches.

Wireless smartphone charging is standard, as is Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth connectivity.

There’s also LED headlights, heated front seats, leather upholstery, a reversing camera and blind spot assist. AMG Line Premium versions add digital light, a parking assistance package, including 360-degree camera system, electric front seats with memory, augmented reality for the navigation system and keyless entry and start. The flagship AMG Line Premium Plus editions additionally feature a Burmester surround sound system, head-up display, panoramic sunroof and thermotronic climate control. Finally, all of the major music streaming services are integrated into the MBUX system, including Apple Music, Spotify and Amazon.

Version tested | C 220 d AMG Line List price | £42,165 Built in | Bremen, Germany Codename | W206 Platform | MRA II Bodystyle | 4-door saloon, 5-seats Layout | Rear-wheel-drive Powerplant | 1,993cc, 4-cylinder, 16-valve, turbo diesel with 48-volt mild hybrid technology Gearbox | 9-speed automatic Stop-start | Yes SCR | Yes Max power | 197bhp @ 4,200rpm Max torque | 325lb ft @ 1,800-2,800rpm Top speed | 152mph 0-62mph | 7.3secs CO2 emissions | 120g/km Economy (combined) | 58.9-61.4mpg Fuel tank | 66 litres Range | 892 miles Insurance group | tba BIK rate (2021/2022 tax year) | 28% Size (length/width with mirrors) | 4,793/2,033mm Boot space (min/max) | 455 litres Kerbweight/max towing | 1,755/1,800kg Euro NCAP crash rating | Not yet tested Warranty | 3 years/Unlimited miles Wheels (Full-size/spacesaver/run-flats/selfsealing/repair kit) | No/no/no/no/yes Verdict | The S-Class influences much of the latest C-Class, including its beautiful cabin. The 2.0-litre mild hybrid engines are fast and frugal, too.

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CITROËN C3 AIRCROSS I t doesn’t seem like five minutes ago that we were attending the launch of the C3 Aircross, but amazingly that was four year ago. Time moves fast in the car industry and the compact SUV segment is one of the largest growth areas in recent times, with a brace of newcomers. And while most rivals have abandoned diesel engines, Citroën, and its Peugeot, DS Automobiles and Vauxhall compatriots have stuck with the mile-munching fuel. So here we have the freshly facelifted C3 Aircross

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fitted with the punchy 1.5-litre BlueHDi 110 engine that develops 109bhp and 184lb ft of torque. It’s manual gearbox only, but offered in a choice of trim levels – Shine or Shine Plus.

New frontal styling brings the nose of the C3 Aircross into line with recent additions to the range – the C3, C4 and C5X– and takes some of its cues from the CX-perience show car. The chrome chevrons now extend out towards the new slimmer LED headlights and underneath the bumper gains additional

prominence with a silver skid plate, together with a more intricate front grille.

Moving to the rear of the car, the light clusters now have a darker ambience. A selection of new colours joins fresh alloy wheel designs to complete the exterior makeover, together with new exterior colour packs for the front bumper, door mirrors and rear quarter light windows.

On the inside, Shine Plus versions gain advanced comfort seats, with 15mm of extra foam to deliver a more spongey and softer feel. Other additions include a larger 9-inch touchscreen, a fresh design for the handbrake, a new closed storage compartment between the front seats, and redesigned cupholders.

Accelerate away from rest and a wave of torque propels you nicely along the road. It’s particularly handy when choosing to overtake, with punchy performance right when you need it.

While the six-speed manual gearbox is largely silky, there are occasions where it becomes notchy, though this could be down to the sub-1,000 miles covered by the test car, and it’s yet to fully bed in. The engine is quiet and impressively refined, while road and tyre noise are neatly suppressed. We were surprised to discover above average wind flutter around the door pillars was present, and we can’t remember that being a

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FACT & FIGURES On sale | Now In showrooms | Now List prices | £21,060 to £22,670 Bodystyles | 5-door SUV Powerplants | 1.5 Diesel manual (109bhp) Trim levels | Shine, Shine Plus Also consider | Peugeot 2008, Vauxhall Crossland

problem with the outgoing vehicle.

The steering is responsive and the C3 Aircross feels surefooted on the road, with tidy handling and plenty of grip.

Ride comfort is a bit of a mixed bag and isn’t as cossetting as the updated C3 and latest C4, as it often delivers a jittery ride over poorer surfaces.

The C3 Aircross has always been a comfortable car to sit in, and thanks to the more generously stuffed front seats, it’s better than ever. The dashboard now has a textile effect attached to it, which is nicely tactile, though it’s important to note that all of the surrounding plastics are resolutely hard. We like the double air vents that channel plenty of fresh air around the cabin and the enlarged touchscreen is just within your field of vision. The analogue dials are nice and clear and there’s a digital readout for the speed for those that want it. All of the essential buttons are neatly arranged in rows for ease of use, and in a world where electric park brakes are de rigueur, it’s pleasing to see a proper handbrake.

The C3 Aircross is a mixture of MPV and SUV, all rolled into one, and that makes it one of the most practical vehicles in the segment. A sliding rear seat means you can balance between legroom and luggage with between 410 and 520 litres of carrying capacity with the seats up and 1,289 litres with them folded down. The chairs also split and tumble down flat, as well as offering additional capacity under the handy divider. Headroom is generous both front and back, and rear occupants will be happy with the amount of leg, knee, and foot space on offer. Storage around the cabin is pleasing, too, with a large bin ahead of the gear lever, good size door pockets, a rubberised shelf on the passenger side, together with a pair of cupholders and a narrow glovebox on account of the fuse box that intrudes somewhat. All-round visibility is pretty good from the driver’s seat, thanks to the deep windows and a generous glass house.

Version tested | Shine Plus BlueHDi 110 List price | £22,670 Built in | Zaragoza,Spain Codename | A88MV Platform | PF1 Bodystyle | 5-door SUV, 5-seats Layout | Front-wheel-drive Powerplant | 1,499cc, 4-cylinder, 16-valve, turbo diesel Gearbox | 6-speed manual Stop-start | Yes SCR | Yes Max power | 109bhp @ 3,750rpm Max torque | 184lb ft @ 1,750rpm Top speed | 114mph 0-62mph | 10.8secs CO2 emissions | 125g/km Economy (combined) | 56.2-67.2mpg Fuel tank | 45 litres Range | 665 miles Insurance group | 15 BIK rate (2021/2022 tax year) | 29% Size (length/width with mirrors) | 4,155/1,976mm Boot space (min/max) | 410-520/1,289 litres Kerbweight/max towing | 1,205/840kg Euro NCAP crash rating | (pre-facelift) Warranty | 3 years/60,000 miles Wheels (Full-size/spacesaver/run-flat/selfsealing/repair kit) | No/accessory/no/no/yes Verdict | A pleasing mid-life update to one of the most roomy and practical compact SUVs in the segment.

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MERCEDES-BENZ S-CLASS T he launch of a new S-Class is cause to stop and stare, for this is nearly always the benchmark vehicle that other manufacturers try to replicate. Stuffed to the rafters with cutting edge technology, these are the gadgets that will trickle down to more mundane vehicles over time. So a new S-Class is a real sense of occasion, and we test one of the plushest examples that manages to breach the £100k barrier. Most people that travel in an S-Class do so from the back seats, but we’ve been lucky enough to be perched up front, so what’s it like?

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It’s beautiful in an understated kind of way. Sure, the caramel-coloured accoutrements take some getting used to, however, set against the metallic black paintwork, it really works. We love the diamond quilted upholstery and textured wood trim that is wonderfully tactile as you run your fingers across it. The 12.8-inch touchscreen commandeers your attention and is akin to a large iPad. It’s paired with the generously proportioned 12.3-inch digital instruments that sits happily behind the brand-new steering wheel with double pronged haptic controls. We

love the simplistic design of the latest S-Class, and the logical placement of the small number of buttons and switches that there actually are. Of course, most of the controls are now contained within the central infotainment screen, but we like the way the most important settings are neatly embedded on the home screen. And while we’ve been critical of other systems in the past, the S-Class just works, even while on the move. Swipe right, motion left, the infotainment system adopts all of the best bits from a modern smartphone, making it familiar to those that are used to the latest technology. MBUX is the operating system and it’s one of the most user-friendly systems on the market and a personal assistant can be summoned by calling “hey Mercedes”. There’s also a huge colour head-up display that gathers up all of the essential information together, right within your field of vision.

The driving position is low, yet still commanding, with a good view out all around the car thanks to relatively slim pillars, and a plethora of cameras and sensors to aid you when manoeuvring.

The front chairs are sumptuous and akin to your favourite armchair, while the headrests are like pillows made from clouds, so soft they are. There’s a generous amount of headroom up front and at the

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FACT & FIGURES On sale | Now In showrooms | Now List prices | £80,450 to £107,285 Bodystyles | 4-door saloon and 4-door long wheelbase saloon Powerplants | 2.9 Diesel automatic (282bhp), 2.9 Diesel automatic (326bhp) Trim levels | AMG Line, AMG Line Premium, AMG Line Premium Executive, AMG Line Premium Plus, AMG Line Premium Plus Executive Also consider | Audi A8, BMW 7 Series

“Most people that travel in an S-Class do so from the back seats…” rear there’s lots of adjustment available so that you can gain a comfortable seating position. Space for legs, knees and feet is first rate, exactly how a long wheelbase limousine should be. Boot space is more generous than its Audi and BMW rivals, with 540 litres of carrying capacity on offer. Oddment space is good, too, with a large, lidded cubby able to hide items away, together with long door pockets, a large glovebox and extra space nestled underneath the central armrest.

The 2.9-litre straight-six diesel engine delivers silky performance, with whisper quiet behaviour at all times. It packs a punch if you demand power to overtake, and if you’re not careful, you’ll soon be accelerating towards losing your licence.

The zero to 62mph dash may occur in 6.4 seconds, but in practice, it feels a whole

lot faster. There are meaty brakes to bring you to a stop effortlessly, and a choice of five driving modes if you feel like you want to get involved.

Brilliant attention to detail means that you won’t hear a murmur from the road, tyres or wind, with effective soundproofing all around. For such a lengthy vehicle, the steering is quite agile, making it good fun to place on back roads, and equally restful on a long motorway journey.

Mercedes-Benz engineers have made a good job of making the S-Class feel youthful on B-roads, with a spring in its step, while creating a majestic and stately ambience all at the same time. Air suspension delivers a hugely comfortable ride for both driver and rear seat occupants alike.

Version tested | S 350 d L AMG Line Premium Plus Executive Automatic List price | £102,335 Built in | Sindelfingen, Germany Codename | W223 Platform | MRA II Bodystyle | 4-door long-wheelbase saloon, 5-seats Layout | Rear-wheel-drive Powerplant | 2,925cc, 6-cylinder, 24-valve, turbo diesel Gearbox | 9-speed automatic Stop-start | Yes SCR | Yes Max power | 282bhp @ 3,400-4,600rpm Max torque | 443lb ft @ 1,200-3,200rpm Top speed | 155mph 0-62mph | 6.4secs CO2 emissions | 190g/km Economy (combined) | 39.2-39.8mpg Fuel tank | 76 litres Range | 665 miles Insurance group | 50 BIK rate (2021/2022 tax year) | 37% Size (length/width with mirrors) | 5,320/2,130mm Boot space (min/max) | 540 litres Kerbweight/max towing | 2,040/2,100kg Euro NCAP crash rating | Not yet tested Warranty | 3 years/Unlimited miles Wheels (Full-size/spacesaver/run-flat/selfsealing/repair kit) | No/no/no/no/yes Verdict | The S-Class once again takes its place as the benchmark vehicle that other luxury saloons have to aspire to be like.

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TWIN PEAKS Here we test two hugely distinctive brand new pure electric models that sit at the top of their respective ranges, for now, before they are usurped by performance orientated flagship editions. The Mustang Mach-E AWD Extended Range will be trumped by the GT this autumn, while the Enyaq iV 80 SportLine is destined to sit in the shadows of the flagship vRS when it arrives in the UK next 034

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f you’ve suddenly woken up to electric cars, hello, and where have you been? To be fair, 2020 and 2021 are proving to be the transforming years, where EVs catapult themselves from quirky side shows to the mainstream. We drive two of the most distinctive looking largish SUVs on the market right now, with each of them arriving in showrooms just about now. While we would have liked to have tested the lower powered rear-wheel-drive Mustang Mach-E to provide a better rival to the Skoda Enyaq iV, that version wasn’t available, so we’ve got a bit of a performance difference on our hands, as well as a significant £14k gulf in price tags.

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The Mustang Mach-E moniker has come in for some criticism by some fans of the legendary sports car, but we applaud Ford for being brave and frogmarching its muscle car into the 21st century. The Mach-E is a more than fitting tribute to the long-running Pony car and morphs the two-seater into a car that all the family can enjoy.

By contrast, the Enyaq iV doesn’t rely upon Skoda’s heritage, except perhaps the brand being renowned for roominess, clever features and an affordable price tag. In SportLine specification and in particular Race Blue, it looks sensational and shares much of its underpinnings with other VW Group electric vehicles, including the Volkswagen ID.4.

“The designers tore up the FoMoCo rule book when they came up with the design for the Mustang Mach-E dashboard…”

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£57,030 Cuautitlán, Mexico CX727 GE1 5-door SUV Four-wheel-drive Electric motor with 88kWh lithium-ion battery pack 1-speed automatic 346bhp 428lb ft 111mph 5.8secs 0g/km 335 miles 36 hours 7 hours 12 minutes 1 hour 30 minutes 38 minutes 40 1% 4,713/2,097mm 82 litres 402/1,420 litres 2,182/750kg Not yet tested 3 years/60,000 miles 8 years/100,000 miles No/no/no/no/yes

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Skoda Enyaq iv 80 SportLine Price Built in Codename Platform Body style Layout Powerplant Transmission Max power Max torque Top speed 0-62mph CO2 emissions Range Recharge time: Three-pin socket 7.2kW Fast charger 11kW Fast charger 50kW Rapid charger 150kW Rapid charger Insurance group BIK rate (2021/2022 tax year) Size (length/width with mirrors) Frunk space Boot space (min/max) Kerb/max towing weight Euro NCAP rating Warranty – car Warranty – battery Wheels (Full-size/spacesaver/ run-flats/self-sealing/repair kit)

There’s no way that you can ignore the difference in the on-paper figures.

346bhp for the Ford, versus 201bhp on the Skoda was always going to mean that the Mustang Mach-E is quicker off the line, with acceleration that translates into 5.8 seconds versus 8.2. It’s a similar story when it comes to maximum torque with the Ford endowed with 428lb ft, versus just 229lb ft. But while you would think that the Mexican-built car tramples all over the one from the Czech Republic, nothing could be further from the truth.

Plant the throttle into the footwell and you may find that the back of the Mustang Mach-E steps out, before the electronic systems bring it back in line.

With supercar rivalling performance under your right foot, you’re likely to upset all of the local boyracers. Quite simply the performance is thunderous, but that’s only half of the story. Put the Ford into one-pedal mode and you’ll delight in the brake regeneration system taking care of how you slow down. There’s decent feel through the steering and as a result, it’ll put a smile on your face if you take the long route home. There’s a little lean when

£42,900 Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic tba MEB 5-door SUV Rear-wheel-drive Electric motor with 82kWh lithium-ion battery pack 1-speed automatic 201bhp 229lb ft 99mph 8.2secs 0g/km 327 miles 31 hours 12 minutes 9 hours 31 minutes 6 hours 1 hour 10 minutes 38 minutes 27 1% 4,649/2,147mm 0 litres 585/1,710 litres 2,107/1,000kg 3 years/60,000 miles 8 years/100,000 miles No/no/no/yes/no

cornering, but overall the handling is tidy.

At a motorway gallop there’s more road and tyre noise than is ideal, however, wind flutter is neatly contained. And while the ride comfort isn’t quite as well resolved as European developed Fords, the setup could never be described as uncomfortable, it’s just that more thumps from the bumps can be felt.

While the rear-wheel drive Enyaq iV is outmoded for raw performance, it more than makes up for its road manners, as the steering is light, agile and responsive and the handling taut, and a joy to pilot along back roads. It feels the sportier of the pair and this certainly bodes well for the forthcoming Enyaq iV vRS flagship.

Acceleration from rest is plentiful and while you don’t get the same kind of thrust as the Mach-E, you’ll still take off in a sprightly manner. A choice of five modes allows you to fine tune the driving experience and the paddleshifts adjust the brake regeneration. Refinement is impressive at speed, with no noticeable road, tyre and wind noise. The sportily sprung suspension is pretty good, with only the deepest of bumps likely to trouble the occupants.

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STANDARD EQUIPMENT Ford Mustang Mach-E 10.2-inch digital instruments 19-inch alloy wheels with 225/55/R19 Bridgestone Turanza T005 with tyre repair kit 60/40 split/folding rear seats 360-degree camera system Adaptive cruise control with stop and go Alarm system Aluminium pedals Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth smartphone connectivity Anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist Auto-dimming rear-view mirror Automated park assist Automatic headlights Autonomous emergency braking Blind spot warning Cross traffic alert system DAB radio and navigation with 15.5inch touchscreen, B&O premium audio system and 10-speakers, USB and USB-C sockets, voice control and steering wheel controls Drive mode selector Driver, passenger, side and head airbags with passenger de-activation Driver drowsiness detection Dual-zone climate control Electric and heated mirrors with power folding Electric front seats with memory Electric park brake Electric tailgate Electric windows front and rear Electronic stability programme with traction control Emergency e-call system Faux leather steering wheel Faux leather upholstery Heated front seats Heated front windscreen Heated steering wheel ISOFIX child safety seat fasteners for rear outer seats Keyless entry and start Lane assist LED daytime running lights LED adaptive headlights LED taillight clusters Panoramic glass roof Parking sensors front and rear Rain sensor Rear privacy glass Tyre pressure monitors Wireless smartphone charging What’s Hot Thunderous performance.

Marginally larger driving range, with larger battery pack. Longer list of equipment. Frunk offers additional carrying capacity. Low company car tax. Benefit of all-wheel drive. Cachet of the legendary Mustang name. Huge infotainment screen is easy to use.

What’s Not More expensive. Not quite as roomy inside as the Enyaq and has a smaller boot. Lower towing capacity.

Slower charging capability. Higher insurance group. Large touchscreen divides opinion. Overcomplicated door opening. Ride isn’t as comfortable as other Ford models. Wireless charging doesn’t work with iPhone 12.

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■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 9/10 The designers tore up the FoMoCo rule book when they came up with the design for the Mustang Mach-E dashboard, because as well as being relatively low slung, there was the matter of a sizeable infotainment touchscreen to fit in, like you would find in a Tesla. Squidgy carbon fibre effect cladding for the dashboard, along with what looks like carpet tiles on top deliver an unusual effect.

Comfortable, supportive seats are edged with red stitching and this theme continues throughout, adding a dash of colour. Most of the surfaces are soft to the touch, and it’s only when you get down to ankle height that they become harder. Most controls are housed on the 15.5-inch touchscreen, but pleasingly Ford has given every menu space, with clear fonts and icons. The volume control dial for the brilliant sounding B&O audio system sticks out from the touchscreen, which is a great solution that rivals could learn from. The air vents are quite low set, with areas obscured by the touchscreen, so at times it is difficult to get sufficient air to your face, especially in very

hot weather. The door openers are unusual and more like a lever, but are in keeping with the unconventional way of entering the car.

There’s nothing that is likely to scare away electric vehicle virgins in the Enyaq iV, with a dashboard that’s conventional, nicely built and crafted from high quality materials. All except the door pulls, which are made from scratchier plastics than we would like. The chrome door handles are beautiful, and we love the silver thumb wheels fitted to the flat-bottomed steering wheel. The 13-inch touchscreen is easy to operate and thanks to icons that are always visible, it’s easy to operate the climate control system, unlike some rival designs.

Essential buttons are located in rows as shortcuts, and we’re impressed by the stubby gear selector switch that is compact and doesn’t take up much space. The seats are lovely and comfortable, with a headrest that is neatly integrated into the seatback.

Like the Ford, there’s mock carbon fibre trim for the dashboard to deliver a sporting ambience to the cabin.

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Even though the Mach-E has the shapelier silhouette, the cabin could never be described as cramped, and in fact it is surprisingly roomy. There’s space for all occupants to stretch out, and even though it comes with a panoramic roof as standard, headroom is excellent both front and back. The flat floor makes it easier to carry a fifth occupant, too, and there’s generous room for legs, knees and feet. Much has been made about the Mustang’s lack of door handles, which gives the flanks a show car like appearance. Access occurs via a press button on the centre pillar, with a PIN

number back up, should things go awry. There’s a bracket-like door pull which may look odd at first appearance, but actually works surprisingly well. In keeping with most SUVs, there’s a high sill to haul luggage over, and there’s just 402 litres of carrying capacity with the seats up – marginally larger than a VW Golf.

Tumble the rear seats down flat and that expands to 1,420 litres, which is much more like it. Storage around the cabin is very good, with a selection of trays in front of the rotary gear selector, large door pockets, a compact glovebox and a decent area underneath the armrest.

While 360-degree cameras are provided on the Ford, over the shoulder vision is marred by the shapely roofline, though pleasingly the rear window is a decent size. And while there’s a panoramic glass roof, the cabin doesn’t feel quite as airy as the Enyaq iV. But if you think the Ford is good, take a look at the Skoda, which excels in every area it is judged upon. For a start, the loading sill is considerably lower than the Mustang Mach-E and the boot is more expansive at 585 litres, and this can be extended to 1,710 litres by folding the rear seats down, though it’s disappointing that they don’t fold down flat for a continuous area. There’s a nicely elevated driving position and headroom is impressive both front and back, while leg and knee room are particularly good. The rear bench seat feels roomier, too, especially when sitting three abreast. A QI-enabled smartphone charger is positioned in front of the gear selector, and there’s an additional area to store items on the central tunnel. The door pockets are huge, there’s a narrow glovebox and the armrest features differently proportioned compartments. All-round visibility is great from the driver’s seat thanks to deep windows and a large glass house.

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And because the Government changed the conditions for the plug-in car grant, there’s no subsidy to be had either, so you’re on your own. It’s perceived that if you can afford a car like this, then you don’t need any additional assistance.

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the Skoda. And like fuel economy figures, those statistics have a tendency to be a bit out, so take them with a pinch of salt.

Charging times vary according to the type of charger that you’re using, but as the table shows on an earlier page, it’s the Skoda that delivers a speedier level of replenishment. Park up at a 50kW rapid charger at a motorway service station and you’ll be waiting 1 hour 30 minutes for your Mustang Mach-E to recharge to 80%, but it’ll take 20 minutes less if you are driving the Enyaq iV.

Warranty terms are identical on each of these cars with a three year, 60,000 mile warranty on the car, and eight years and 100,000 miles worth of cover for the battery pack. Maintenance is required every 18,000 miles or two years on the Ford and with the Skoda it is variable, with the car’s onboard computer telling you when the car requires a service. When it comes to insurance, the Mustang Mach-E is in group 40, with the Enyaq iV placed into group 27, meaning a significant difference in the cost of insurance premiums between the two cars.

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STANDARD EQUIPMENT Skoda Enyaq iV 5.3-inch digital instruments 20-inch alloy wheels with 235/50/R20 Bridgestone Turanza Eco with selfsealing technology 60/40 split/folding rear seats Alarm system Aluminium pedals Anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist Auto-dimming rear-view mirror Automatic headlights Autonomous emergency braking Cruise control with speed limiter DAB radio and navigation with 13-inch touchscreen and 8-speakers, USB-C sockets, voice control and steering wheel controls Drive mode selector Driver, passenger, side, head and centre airbags with passenger de-activation Driver drowsiness detection Electric and heated mirrors with power folding and auto-dimming Electric park brake Electric windows front and rear Electronic stability programme with traction control Emergency e-call system Heated front seats Hill-start assist ISOFIX child safety seat fasteners for front passenger and rear outer seats Keyless entry and start Lane assist Leather steering wheel with paddleshifts for recuperation settings LED daytime running lights LED matrix beam headlights with cornering functionality LED taillight clusters Parking sensors front and rear Rain sensor Rear privacy glass Reversing camera Roof rails Tri-zone climate control Tyre pressure monitors Wireless Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth smartphone connectivity Wireless smartphone charging What’s Hot £14k cheaper to buy than the Ford. Roomier and airier cabin, with a bigger cargo area. Lower loading height. Quicker charging capability.

Lighter kerb weight, yet higher towing capacity. Cheaper to insure thanks to a group 27 rating. Four-wheel-drive 80x model available soon for £3,695 extra.

Steering feels more agile and alive.

Accomplished driving experience.

Excellent refinement. SportLine specification looks great, like a vRS lite. Lots of storage. Excellent all-round visibility.

What’s Not Equipment levels aren’t as comprehensive as the Mach-E,with a lengthy optional equipment list. 100kW or 125kW charging costs an additional £440. Not as quick, with lower power and torque output. Smaller battery pack and marginally smaller range.

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The £14,130 difference in price is partly accounted for by the Mustang Mach-E’s far superior performance, power and torque, the standard all-wheel-drive system, and a much lengthier standard equipment list.

Then I guess there’s the brand equity of the Mustang name coming into play, too.

With electric cars such hot property and usually with waiting lists, we were surprised to find outlets willing to discount, even by a modest amount. We found a saving of £640 off the Mach-E at Broadspeed (www. broadspeed.com), bringing the cost down to £56,390 – a 1% saving. The Enyaq iV, by comparison, was available with a £1,683 discount at Autoebid (www.autoebid.com), reducing the price down to £41,217 and representing an almost 4% saving.

As you would expect from a tech-laden electric car, there’s a long list of gadgetry.

While the Skoda has a 5.3-inch instrument cluster, Ford has supersized its offering with 10.2-inches. And it’s the same with the infotainment touchscreen with a huge 15.5-inch mini colour television balanced in the centre of the Mustang Mach-E. By comparison the 13-inch display perched atop the dashboard in the Enyaq iV may appear less impressive, however, it works slickly, looks great, and is easy to operate. Both cars feature DAB radio and a navigation system, together with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Bluetooth connectivity, in addition to a QI-enabled charging mat. The Ford also trumps the Skoda by having a standard-fit B&O premium audio system with 10 speakers.

Other items of technology include automatic headlights and rain sensor, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, alarm system, keyless entry and start, parking sensors front and rear, electric and heated mirrors with power folding and heated front seats. Whereas the Ford has dual-zone climate control, there’s a trio of different

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60/40 split/folding rear seats are included on both cars and each has a reversing camera to aid parking. The one on the Ford goes one step further, though, as it covers a full 360-degrees. Each of this pair features rear privacy glass and electric windows front and rear. Adaptive LED headlights are standard on both cars, with the Skoda offering cutting-edge Matrix beam technology, with cornering functionality.

There’s also LED daytime running lights and LED taillights, too.

For vegan or vegetarian buyers, the Ford nudges ahead because of its faux leather upholstery and steering wheel, compared to proper leather on the steering wheel of the Skoda. Adaptive cruise control with stop and go is fitted to the Mustang Mach-E, with an analogue system included on the Enyaq iV. Both cars feature an electric park brake, as well as an emergency e-call system. Driver, front passenger, side and head airbags are standard equipment on both cars, with a centre airbag added to the Skoda for good measure. Other safety equipment common to both vehicles include driver drowsiness detection, lane assist and autonomous emergency braking, and while the Ford has a pair of Isofix child safety seat fasteners in the back, the Skoda has an additional fixing on the front passenger seat.

Equipment unique to the Mustang Mach-E’s repertoire includes an automated park assist system, cross traffic alert when reversing, a panoramic glass roof, electric tailgate, heated front windscreen, electric front seats with memory, heated steering wheel and blind spot warning. By comparison, the Skoda has roof rails, has auto-dimming functionality on the door mirrors and a hill-start assist feature.

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■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ ■ 9/10 electric vehicle relevant and appealing, no matter what Mustang purists say. The pretty shape is still roomy, comfortable and when you head off onto B-roads, it’s a pleasure to drive fast, with entertaining handling. Set off behind the wheel of the Enyaq iV and you’ll be surprised at how agile it feels, with light, communicative steering, and of the pair, we’d say it was

the driver’s choice and more likely to put a smile on your face. Skoda’s fourth SUV for Europe charges up more quickly than the Ford, is more generously proportioned, has even more room for all the family and has an enormous boot. It’s these factors why we think that the Skoda just puts its electric nose out in front of the Ford in this test. The Enyaq iV is our winner.

ALSO CONSIDER WILDCARD ENTRY

HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 The beginning of a new series of electric cars for the Hyundai brand, with vehicle that isn’t as SUVy as the others, and more crossover. It’s great to drive, looks good, and is roomy, and most importantly, is competitive on price.

JAGUAR I-PACE It’s the wild car entry as it’s the only premium vehicle in this selection of cars, and that’s reflected in the considerably higher list price. It’s sumptuous, great to pilot, but isn’t the roomiest of vehicles.

VOLKSWAGEN ID.4 Sharing a platform with the Enyaq iV, Volkswagen’s second electric car is roomier, and arguably better to drive than its smaller ID.3 sibling. There’s a choice of powertrains, including new 4WD GTX editions.

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SKODA OCTAVIA vRS 2.0 TDI Having spent time with the estate edition of the Octavia, Simon Thompson has now swapped it for the sportiest diesel, the vRS hatchback. ell hello there game changer – the sportiest set of wheels to be found in the Our Cars pages of Diesel Car & Eco Car, currently.

We’ve switched from the modest cabbie’s favourite up to the full fat choice of the UK constabularies and got ourselves an Octavia vRS, Skoda’s take on a Golf GTI – or GTD in our case. Keen eyed folk will also notice this vRS is not the latest plate and not exactly delivery mileage on the odometer. We’ve essentially gone down the road many buyers travel down

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to buy a new car by going for a pre-reg or ex-demonstrator from their dealer. Practically a brand-new car for a few grand cheaper, if you can handle the judgement from the curtain twitching Jones’ with the number plate and knowing it’s had a few miles of use.

For example, as I write there’s an identical Octavia vRS with the same options, just a different colour, at a dealer £4,750 cheaper than the new list price. Food for thought.

But anyway, the car itself, our pre-reg Octavia is lovely and that’s really all you really need to know. From a functional and selfish point of view, I’ve a little reservation about running a hatch instead of an estate with the added lip from the boot – there’s no concerns on space, the boot is huge. And I’m conscious of the firmer ride from the stiffer suspension and 19-inch wheels, but so far, I’ve not had to use the car to photograph from.

Choosing a vRS in diesel form will give you a 197bhp

2.0-litre engine and a twin-clutch DSG automatic gearbox. There’s no manual on offer, which if nothing else makes the dashboard appear neater, with the smaller, trendier gear selector. There’s a plug-in hybrid available for the green pages of the magazine, too. The vRS also gets extra goodies added in like adaptive cruise control, a heated steering wheel, electrically powered boot, ambient lighting and full LED matrix headlights, which also give you a different running light design. But no reversing camera, that’s an optional extra.

Along with a sportier front bumper, visually a vRS gives you a rear spoiler, red brake calipers, 19-inch anthracite wheels, and a menacing black pack which consists of black front grille, window surrounds, door mirrors and badging – it’s a lovely contrast to the Race Blue paintwork. All of this is combined with the lowered ride height from the sports suspension and adds to up a really attractive looking car. And there’s some vRS differences inside, too, that matches up well with the sportier exterior. You get black headlining, red stitching, a three-spoke heated steering wheel with flappy paddles,

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The vRS styling is subtle but very effective in enhancing the look.

Seats are lovely, but they’re mounted too high.

FACTS & FIGURES aluminium pedals, an Alcantara dashboard and sporty, bucket type seats with vRS badging. They’re manually controlled and don’t adjust downwards as much as they should, so it does feel like you’re sat on the chairs, rather than in them. It’s quite a contrast to our previous Octavia Estate, which felt like you were sat on the floor, in comparison.

It’s my first time driving a vRS badged Skoda, but the Octavia feels right, the sport suspension is firmer than expected, but wouldn’t describe it as crashy. Combined with the ‘progressive dynamic steering’, which I read as marketing jargon for wellweighted sporty steering, translates into a nicely involved and together car. It’s a pleasure to glide around some corners when the road is right. Likewise, on the opposite end of the spectrum, long motorway runs are comfortable, relaxed and unspoilt by the firm ride. I wouldn’t say no to a bit more soundproofing to quieten down the noise from the tyres, but I can’t complain with the fuel economy.

Travelling from Norwich to North Wales on quarter of a tank and the car’s on-board computer boasted 69.6mpg.

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Price (new) | £32,260 Price (as tested) | £33,240 Colour | Race blue metallic Built in | Mladá Boleslav, Czech Republic Codename | A8 Platform | MQB Bodystyle | 5-door hatchback, 5-seats Powerplant | 1,968cc, 4-cylinder, 16-valve, turbo diesel Transmission | 7-speed twin-clutch automatic Layout | Front-wheel-drive Stop-start | Yes SCR | Yes Max power | 197bhp @ 3,600-4,100rpm Max torque | 295lb ft @ 1,750-3,500rpm Top speed | 154mph 0-62mph | 7.4secs CO2 emissions | 130g/km Economy | 55.4-56.5mpg Economy (On test) | 55.9mpg Fuel tank size | 50 litres Range | 622 miles Insurance group | 24 BIK rate (2021/2022 tax year) | 30% Size (length/width with mirrors) | 4,702/1,994mm Boot space (min/max) | 600/1,555 litres Kerb weight | 1,516kg Max towing weight | 1,600kg Euro NCAP crash test rating | Warranty | 3 years/60,000 miles Wheels (Full-size/spacesaver/run-flats/selfsealing/repair kit) | No/£185/no/no/yes Date arrived | 17th June 2021 Costs | None Faults | None

10.25-inch digital dashboard 19-inch alloy wheels with Pirelli Cinturato P7 225/40/R19 tyres and tyre repair kit 60/40 split/fold rear seats Adaptive cruise control Alarm system Aluminium pedals Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth smartphone compatibility Anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist Automatic headlights Auto-dimming rear-view mirror Autonomous emergency braking system DAB/FM radio and navigation system with 10-inch touchscreen, 8-speakers, USB-C sockets, voice control, and steering wheel controls Drive mode selector Driver, passenger, side, head and driver’s knee airbags with passenger side de-activation Dual-zone climate control Electric and heated mirrors with power folding and auto-dimming on driver’s side Electric park brake Electric tailgate with gesture control Electric windows front and rear Electronic stability programme with traction control Emergency e-call system Heated front seats Heated steering wheel Hill-start assist ISOFIX child seat safety fasteners for front passenger and rear outer seats Keyless entry and start Lane assist Leather steering wheel LED adaptive matrix headlights LED ambient lighting LED daytime running lights LED front fog lights LED rear lights Parking sensors front and rear Rain sensing windscreen wipers Rear privacy glass Sports suspension Tyre pressure monitors

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT FITTED TO TEST CAR Race blue metallic paint (£595) Temporary space saver spare wheel (£185) Tow bar preparation (£200)

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CITROËN C4 SHINE PLUS BLUEHDi 130 AUTOMATIC A new era for Citroën’s long-serving C4 dawns, with it casting aside quirky utilitarian chic and minimalist design for a more refined and upmarket proposition. itroën is aiming high with its new C4. From the obvious move upmarket from the previous C4 Cactus, to the new car’s elevated SUV-like stance, this iteration is as far away from its quirky design past as it could be. Its maker has also fully embraced the new era of motoring, as buyers can choose from petrol, diesel, and electric variants.

I’m sticking with diesel, with Citroën’s flagship 129bhp 1.5-litre engine powering this top-of-the-range Shine Plus model.

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standard-fit eight-speed automatic gearbox, complete with a gear selector reminiscent of the stubby lever you’ll find in numerous Volkswagen Group cars. The upshot is Citroën relieving you of £28,255 for a car riding on 18-inch alloy wheels. Thankfully the Shine Plus trim is pleasingly generous for that total, and includes such highlights as an upgraded audio system, leather seats, premium cabin trim materials, camera-based driver assistance aids, plus other kit from the lower grade models such as adaptive cruise control, keyless entry and ignition and auto high beam headlights.

A heated steering wheel, a bracket to hold an iPad, and the fetching ‘Caramel Brown’ metallic paint bumps my C4 up to £28,950.

Gratis on all cars is Citroën's trademark ‘Progressive Hydraulic Cushions’ suspension technology to help smooth out road imperfections, plus its ‘Advanced Comfort’ seats boasting more support than

your average chair. As I previously ran a C4 Cactus, I’m interested to see how Citroën’s comfort-focused technology has evolved in the intervening years.

I quite enjoyed my time with that C4 Cactus, although it wasn’t devoid of quirks. This C4 couldn’t be a more different proposition. It’s competing head-on with the mainstream offerings from Ford, Vauxhall, Volkswagen, Renault et al by virtue of its size, layout and price, but thanks to its elevated stance it’s also muscling in on the growing compact SUV market. Someone in Citroën’s design office was clearly influenced by Toyota’s C-HR – just look at the C4’s rear if you don’t believe me. Oh, and while you’re there you’ll notice the absence of a rear wiper. Let’s hope the experience is better than my memories of Honda’s 2005 Civic.

Thankfully the view forward from inside the cabin isn’t as controversial. There’s a lot of lightly textured plastic in this C4, with the gloss black centre console providing some contrast. The overall look leans towards minimalism, although (rejoice!) there are proper heater controls underneath the large infotainment screen.

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Citroën’s implementation of keyless entry and ignition is proving to be a seamless and impressive experience.

Someone at Citroën doesn’t like fast food coffee cups, as they don’t fit properly in the C4’s cupholders.

FACTS & FIGURES Once you’ve let the keyless entry system do its thing, first impressions from behind the steering wheel are promising.

The diesel motor is quiet, and the gear selector proves intuitive, if a little on the small side. I would’ve liked to have seen a column stalk shifter like Citroën’s old C4 Picasso Sensodrive system. That way the entire centre console could’ve been used for storage. There’s no shortage of thrust from the engine, though, and the brakes are reassuringly progressive. The trick suspension copes well with urban roads, although the trade-off is a little roll in the corners, while the slightly remote steering harks back to an era when you just pointed a Citroën at a corner, and it encouraged you to trust it.

The only gripe so far, if you ignore the lack of a rear wiper, is the Grand Canyon that is the dual cup holder. It’s so deep that fast food coffee cups rest on their lids, while my favourite thermal mug doesn’t fit in the space provided in the front door pocket. My water bottle will, though. I’m sure I’ll live, but I hope it’ll be the first and last thing to jolt me out of an otherwise serene and civilised experience.

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Price (new) | £28,255 Price (as tested) | £28,950 Colour | Caramel Brown metallic Built in | Madrid, Spain Codename | C41 Platform | CMP Bodystyle | 5-door hatchback, 5-seats Powerplant | 1,499cc, 4-cylinder, 16-valve, turbo diesel Transmission | 8-speed automatic Layout | Front-wheel-drive Stop-start | Yes SCR | Yes Max power | 129bhp @ 3,750rpm Max torque | 221lb ft @ 1,750rpm Top speed | 128mph 0-62mph | 9.5secs CO2 emissions | 121g/km Economy | 56.8-64.9mpg Economy (On test) | 56.4mpg Fuel tank size | 50 litres Range | 714 miles Insurance group | 21 BIK rate (2021/2022 tax year) | 28% Size (length/width with mirrors) | 4,355/2,032mm Boot space (min/max) | 380/1,250 litres Kerb weight | 1,324kg Max towing weight | 1,200kg Euro NCAP crash test rating | Warranty | 3 years/60,000 miles Wheels (Full-size/spacesaver/run-flats/selfsealing/repair kit) | No/no/no/no/yes Date arrived | 11th June 2021 Costs | None Faults | None

18-inch alloy wheels with Michelin e Primacy 195/60/R18 tyres and tyre repair kit 60/40 split/fold rear seats Adaptive cruise control Alarm system Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth smartphone compatibility Anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist Auto-dimming rear-view mirror Automatic headlights Autonomous emergency braking system with night and cyclist detection Blind spot monitoring DAB/FM radio and navigation system with 10-inch touchscreen, 6-speakers, USB and USB-C sockets, voice control, and steering wheel controls Driver drowsiness detection Driver, passenger, side and head airbags with passenger side de-activation Dual-zone climate control Electric and heated mirrors with power folding Electric park brake Electric windows front and rear Electronic stability programme with traction control Emergency e-call system Head-up display Heated front seats High beam assist for the headlights Hill-start assist ISOFIX child seat safety fasteners for rear outer seats Keyless entry and start Leather and faux leather seats Leather steering wheel LED daytime running lights LED front fog lights with cornering functionality LED headlights Parking sensors front and rear Rain sensing windscreen wipers Rear privacy glass Reversing camera Speed limit recognition Tyre pressure monitors Wireless smartphone charging

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT FITTED TO TEST CAR Caramel brown metallic paint (£545) Citroën smart pad support (£100) Heated steering wheel (£50)

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KIA NIRO HYBRID 4 1.6 GDi AUTOMATIC David Williams has taken delivery of a Kia Niro Hybrid, a Jack Of All Trades that excels around town and loves a country lane. ou just know within seconds of settling behind the wheel of Kia’s Niro that the designers had endless meetings discussing ‘how can we make customers feel really cosseted in this car?’

And it has paid off handsomely. When you get in and out, the electric driver’s seat – standard on the equipment-laden 4-specification model – slides majestically back and forth for easier access (once a luxury only on big, posh cars).

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(or might not) need when you hit ‘start’, with a map to the left, radio information in the middle and ‘useful’ hybrid data on the right.

But only after another sign pops up, urging you to ‘drive safely’... before you hit the ‘confirm’ button and another window appears in the instrument binnacle informing you that a ‘System Check’ is in progress, followed by another window informing you you’re ‘Ready to Start Driving’. Fortunately, this process takes only a second or so, but it’s accompanied by a range of inexplicable bings and bongs reminiscent of my 1990s Nikon Coolpix camera. None of it is really necessary, but it shows the car’s ‘listening’ and caring for you.

Even more important, it seems, they really want you to remember that this is the Hybrid model. It’s plastered everywhere: in a green illuminated icon, another ‘eco’ illumination, separate ‘eco, power, charge’ gauge and a battery meter, and another little sign saying

‘eco/hybrid’, all fighting for attention in the instrument binnacle, in addition to another on the infotainment screen. In case your passenger didn’t spot the eco/hybrid tailgate badge, there’s another on the fascia in front of them. Alright, we get the point.

We forgive Kia for this oversell because in the Niro, they have created a really impressive, engaging, distinctive-looking, well-packaged, beautifully built, enjoyableto-drive, family car that performs really well.

Our Niro arrived just as we were heading to Cornwall for a holiday (more on that, next time), complete with two six-foot lads, a dog, my wife, an extremely heavily laden boot and a crammed, official Kia roof box. It passed this unfair challenge with flying colours, all while maintaining a respectable 48.8mpg and lapping up country lanes.

Aside from the holiday, most of our motoring has been in London where the Niro excels. It’s particularly easy and fuss-free to drive, with light steering, a tight turning circle and good vision out. The central ‘B’ pillar is perfectly placed so that side vision remains clear. It’s the kind of car that makes those essential short – and long – trips a

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Surprisingly spacious rear seating for two six-footers and a dog, given the car’s overall dimensions.

Reversing down dark Cornish lanes when meeting oncoming cars at night: the reversing light is far too dim.

pleasure. There’s loads of room in the back for the aforesaid six-footers and the ride is superb. It glides nicely, especially over speed humps, with just the driver or with a full passenger complement, and that’s quite some trick. I like its neat, distinctive looks. The crazy-paving grille looks great and the chrome outline for the windows, roof rails, below the front grille and on the door handles makes it stand out from the crowd, projecting a premium glow.

Shortcomings? The single reversing light is worryingly dim, and there’s wasted space in the boot, which isn’t huge anyway, at 382 litres. Beneath the floor are many, small, shaped compartments in a big ‘plastic’ tray. Beneath that is even more space into which you can cram walking boots, even cans of holiday beer etc. but I’d rather they’d lowered the floor and created one, big, more usable space.

Did I mention that this is a hybrid?

That’s one of the charms of the Niro, as it swaps seamlessly from petrol to electric, keeping emissions and fuel bills down and sometimes creeping silently around on electricity alone. It also feels substantially quicker than it says on paper (0-60mph in 11.1 seconds). It’s going to be a fun six months in the great value Niro.

David Williams

FACTS & FIGURES Price (new) | £29,855 Price (as tested) | £30,450 Colour | Midnight Black Built in | Hwasung, South Korea Codename | DE Platform | Unique Bodystyle | 5-door SUV, 5-seats Layout | Front-wheel-drive Powerplant | 1,580cc, 4-cylinder, 16-valve, petrol with electric motor and 1.56kWh lithium-ion battery pack Transmission | 6-speed twin-clutch automatic Max power (engine) | 104bhp @ 5,700rpm Max power (electric motor) | 56bhp Max power (combined) | 139bhp Max torque (engine) | 108lb ft @ 4,000rpm Max torque (electric motor) | 125lb ft Max torque (combined) | 195lb ft Top speed | 101mph 0-62mph | 11.1secs CO2 emissions | 120g/km Economy (combined) | 53.3mpg Economy (on test) | 48.8mpg Fuel tank size | 45 litres Range | 528 miles Insurance group | 13 BIK rate (2021/2022 tax year) | 28% Size (length/width without mirrors) | 4,355/1,805mm Boot space (min/max) | 382/1,380 litres Kerb/max towing weight | 1,490/1,300kg Euro NCAP crash rating | (pre-facelift) Warranty | 7 years/100,000 miles Wheels (Full-size/spacesaver/run-flat/selfsealing/repair kit) | No/no/no/no/yes Date arrived | 2nd June 2021 Costs | None Faults | None

18-inch alloy wheels with Michelin Pilot Sport 4 225/45 R18 tyres and tyre repair kit 60/40 split/fold rear seats Adaptive cruise control with stop and go Alarm system Aluminium pedals Ambient lighting Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth smartphone compatibility Anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist Auto-dimming rear-view mirror Automatic headlights Autonomous emergency braking system Blind spot monitoring Cooled front seats DAB/FM radio and navigation system with 10.25-inch touchscreen, 8-speakers, JBL premium audio system, USB sockets, voice control, and steering wheel controls Drive mode selector Driver, passenger, side, head and driver’s knee airbags with passenger side de-activation Dual-zone climate control Electric and heated mirrors with power folding and memory functionality Electric driver’s seat with memory functionality Electric park brake with auto-hold Electric sunroof Electric windows front and rear Electronic stability programme with traction control Heated seats front and rear Heated steering wheel Hill-start assist ISOFIX child seat safety fasteners for rear outer seats Keyless entry and start Lane keep assist Leather steering wheel and gear lever Leather upholstery LED daytime running lights LED front fog lights LED headlights LED rear lights Parking sensors front and rear Rain sensor Rear cross traffic alert system Rear privacy glass Reversing camera Roof rails Speed limit recognition Tyre pressure monitors Wireless smartphone charging

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PEUGEOT 2008 GT 1.5 BLUEHDi 110 Something old, something new, something borrowed, and something very blue.

It’s our new 2008 long termer in a nutshell, with uprated 109bhp engine. he compact SUV remains flavour of the month with this segment continuing to grown at quite a pace. Gone are the days of humdrum hatchbacks, if you want to be ‘on trend’ in today’s Instagram filtered world, you need one of these on your driveway.

Preconceptions aside, the notion of a compact SUV, something that is both small and fashion conscious, is a more practical choice versus a full-blown 4x4 when your most frequent obstacles are speed bumps on the school run. Many have actually

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outgrown being a marketing tool, and like our 2008, have proven to be pretty good.

If you’re thinking ‘hang on, hasn’t Diesel Car already got a long term 2008?’ you get a gold star. We have indeed, but that engine is now discontinued and the GT Line trim level unavailable. Meet our new blue 2008 BlueHDi 110 in GT guise. In fact, it’s so blue that the SUV was described by a passing child as ‘the bluest car in the world!’

Indeed kiddo, the Vertigo Blue is absolutely stunning and receives many compliments.

The 2008 rivals other small SUVs such as the Juke and Captur, and while styling is subjective, the Peugeot is arguably the best-looking car in its class.

It’s proportionally pleasing, features distinctive lighting signatures, looks premium, and hosts an authoritative stance that gives it a confident character. Factor in the contrasting roof, LED lighting and smart 17-inch diamond-cut alloy wheels, it’s a real looker in GT trim.

This SUV’s interior is just as much a style statement as the exterior. A bold contoured dashboard features neatly integrated vents, glossy elements and contrasting stitching.

Our GT car also receives a large 10-inch infotainment system that has proven to be the ideal size for touchscreens that are used on the move – more screen real estate equals larger icons. Another piece of fancy technology onboard is the 3D instrument cluster, of which I thought was a bit of a gimmick at first, but having core information literally jump out at you and everything else in the background, is actually pretty functional. GT models also get other niceties such as a wireless phone charger, heated seats and parking sensors all around.

Under the bonnet of our 2008 is the new 1.5-litre BlueHDi 110 engine – not to be confused with the far less civilised BlueHDi 100. This diesel unit is considerably more refined, and while it does make itself known under hard acceleration, there’s much less vibration and cruising noise than the engine it replaces. Real-world economy is proving impressive so far, too. We’re clocking 56.7mpg and the engine is only just run in.

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Vertigo Blue attracts plenty of attention and is worth every penny of its £725 price tag.

Green interior stitching is edgy, but there’s no option for something more subtle.

We’ll do a much deeper dive into this car’s habits over the coming months, but it ticks the right boxes as a compact family run-around so far. There’s a good balance between ride comfort and stability, although the 2008 does very little to encourage a spirited drive. The somewhat boxy proportions make it easy to park, as does the light steering. You’ll also fit a medium size dog in its 434-litre boot without much fuss, but the lack of hooks means shopping bags can go wandering.

In addition to the princely, but totally worthwhile Vertigo Blue paint at £725, our test car has also been fitted with a premium audio system. Supplied by Focal, the enhanced tweeters and base speaker provides a richer sound that audiophiles will value. There’s no getting around the pricey £590 bill, but combined with the endless fruits of Spotify, it might be worthwhile for those spending many hours behind the wheel.

Our new Peugeot 2008 will be doing a good mix of motorway work and urban battle over the coming months, so stay tuned for everything from a road trip with ‘the lads’, to trial by Tesco car park.

Tyler Heatley

FACTS & FIGURES Price (new) | £26,915 Price (as tested) | £28,230 Colour | Vertigo Blue Pearlescent Built in | Mulhouse, France Codename | P24 Platform | CMP Bodystyle | 5-door SUV, 5-seats Powerplant | 1,499cc, 4-cylinder, 16-valve, turbo diesel Transmission | 6-speed manual Layout | Front-wheel-drive Stop-start | Yes SCR | Yes Max power | 109bhp @ 3,750rpm Max torque | 184lb ft @ 1,750rpm Top speed | 112mph 0-62mph | 10.5secs CO2 emissions | 119g/km Economy | 57.4-65.7mpg Economy (On test) | 56.7mpg Fuel tank size | 41 litres Range | 593 miles Insurance group | 17 BIK rate (2021/2022 tax year) | 27% Size (length/width with mirrors) | 4,300/1,987mm Boot space (min/max) | 434/1,467 litres Kerb weight | 1,205kg Max towing weight | 1,200kg Euro NCAP crash test rating | Warranty | 3 years/60,000 miles Wheels (Full-size/spacesaver/run-flats/selfsealing/repair kit) | No/£165/no/no/yes Date arrived | 2nd June 2021 Costs | None Faults | None

17-inch alloy wheels with Michelin Primacy 4 215/60 R17 tyres and tyre repair kit 60/40 split/fold rear seats Alarm system Aluminium pedals Ambient lighting Android Auto, Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth smartphone compatibility Anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist Auto-dimming rear-view mirror Automatic headlights Autonomous emergency braking system with night, cyclist and pedestrian detection Blind spot monitoring Climate control Cruise control and speed limiter DAB/FM radio and navigation system with 10-inch touchscreen, 6-speakers, USB and USB-C sockets, voice control, and steering wheel controls Driver drowsiness detection Driver, passenger, side and head airbags with passenger side de-activation Electric and heated mirrors with power folding Electric park brake Electric windows front and rear Electronic stability programme with traction control Emergency e-call system Faux leather and cloth upholstery Front fog lights Heated front seats Hill-start assist ISOFIX child seat safety fasteners for front passenger and rear outer seats Keyless start Lane keep assist Leather steering wheel LED daytime running lights LED headlights LED rear lights Parking sensors front and rear Rain sensing windscreen wipers Rear privacy glass Remote central locking Reversing camera Roof rails Speed limit recognition Tyre pressure monitors Wireless smartphone charging

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CUPRA FORMENTOR V2 e-HYBRID 204 Richard Dredge is running his first ever plug-in hybrid long-termer. He's looking forward to the experience, even if diesel probably still makes more sense for him. t might just be the end of an era for me, because I may well have run my last diesel-powered long-termer. For me that's a rather depressing thought, as I'm convinced that diesel engines are still the most suitable form of motive power for me, along with huge numbers of other highmileage drivers in the UK and elsewhere.

Gone is my SEAT Leon 2.0 TDI, and in its place is a Cupra Formentor plug-in hybrid, at the heart of which is a turbocharged 1.4litre petrol engine. It's a car that I've quickly grown to like, although I'm sure that I'd

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like it even more if it had a diesel engine. I'm trying to go into 'ownership' with an open mind, but already my preconceptions are being proved right. More of that in a minute.

Our test car is a Formentor e-Hybrid V2 204, which means it is a 201bhp plugin hybrid with a six-speed twin-clutch automatic transmission; some models get a seven-speed gearbox, but all Formentor hybrids have to settle for one ratio less.

The V2 trim puts it towards the bottom of the range, not that you'd know it, as our Formentor still looks and feels like a premium car. Below it is the V1, while above it are the VZ1, VZ2 and VZ3 trims; V2 is the poshest trim level available with the 201bhp PHEV powertrain.

Standard kit includes heated and electrically adjustable front seats, blue leather trim with contrasting copper stitching, parking sensors front and rear with a reversing camera, a heated steering wheel, LED headlights and triple-

zone climate control. Also featured are 19-inch alloy wheels, which ensure a firm ride without things getting uncomfortable.

Bizarrely, the posher Formentors don't feature anything significant in terms of standard equipment, over and above our test car's V2 trim, although the VZ2 does come with blind spot monitoring and all VZ models get Dynamic Chassis Control.

Whichever model you go for it'll look great.

Without exception, everybody who has clapped eyes on our test car has commented on its appealing design inside and out. There has also been no shortage of people asking what on earth this silver SUV is. Even car enthusiast friends are often at a loss pinning down the make, so Cupra has a long way to go on the brand awareness front. Since our test car came in, I've seen four other Formentors around the UK. With its heavily sculpted panels and rakish design front and rear, the Formentor goes heavy on the styling without looking overdesigned. However, the 19-inch spoked alloys are so big that the brake discs look rather lost behind them, especially those located at the rear.

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Contrasting copper details in the cabin really lift the ambience, set against the blue trim.

The boot contains a bag with highviz vests inside. The zip broke the first time I opened it.

The Cupra was delivered just as things were getting busy for me with photoshoots and interviews around the country. As a result, the Formentor went from 135 delivery miles to more than 3,000 within the first month, and while I've been diligently recharging the battery pack at every opportunity, those times have arisen only when the car has been parked on my driveway. I don't have a wall box installed yet, so I have to charge up via a domestic three-pin plug, which is no problem, as the maximum charging rate is only 3.6kW anyway. With a 12.8kW battery pack it takes around four and a half hours to fully charge from empty. I do very few short journeys and since the Cupra arrived, just about every time that I've gone out in the car, it's been to undertake a trip of around 200 to 300 miles.

Knowing that I'd be running around burning petrol most of the time, I've assumed that I'll be doing well to average much more than 45mpg during my six months with the Formentor. Sure enough, so far the Cupra hasn't quite managed to crack the 50mpg barrier, which is not that far behind the real-world economy of an equivalent diesel-powered SUV. But then there's the electricity to take into account, more of which will be in the next issue…

Richard Dredge

FACTS & FIGURES Price (new) | £37,600 Price (as tested) | £38,155 Colour | Urban Silver metallic Built in | Martorell, Spain Codename | tba Platform | MQB Bodystyle | 5-door SUV, 5-seats Layout | Front-wheel-drive Powerplant | 1,395cc, 4-cylinder, 16-valve, turbocharged petrol with electric motor and 12.8kWh lithium-ion battery pack Transmission | 6-speed twin-clutch automatic Max power (engine) | 148bhp @ 5,000-6,000rpm Max power (electric motor) | 114bhp Max power (combined) | 201bhp Max torque (engine) | 184lb ft @ 1,550-3,000rpm Max torque (electric motor) | 243lb ft Max torque (combined) | 295lb ft Top speed | 127mph 0-62mph | 7.8secs CO2 emissions | 29g/km Economy (combined) | 201.8-217.3mpg Economy (on test) | 49.0mpg Fuel tank size | 40 litres Range (electric) | 34 miles Insurance group | 24 BIK rate (2021/2022 tax year) | 11% Size (length/width with mirrors) | 4,450/1,992mm Boot space (min/max) | 345/1,415 litres Kerb/max towing weight | 1,681/1,500kg Euro NCAP crash rating | Warranty | 3 years/60,000 miles Wheels (Full-size/spacesaver/run-flat/selfsealing/repair kit) | No/no/no/no/yes Date arrived | 24th May 2021 Costs | None Faults | None

19-inch alloy wheels with Bridgestone Turanza T005 245/40 R19 tyres and a tyre repair kit 60/40 split/fold rear seats Adaptive cruise control Alarm system Ambient lighting Android Auto, wireless Apple CarPlay and Bluetooth smartphone compatibility Anti-lock brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution and brake assist Auto-dimming rear-view mirror Automatic headlights Autonomous emergency braking system DAB/FM radio and navigation system with 12-inch touchscreen, 6-speakers, USB-C sockets, voice control, and steering wheel controls Digital dashboard Drive mode selector Driver drowsiness detection Driver, passenger, side and head airbags with passenger side de-activation Electric and heated mirrors with power folding Electric driver’s seat with memory functionality Electric park brake Electric windows front and rear Electronic differential lock Electronic stability programme with traction control Emergency e-call system Front fog lights with cornering functionality Heated front seats Heated steering wheel High beam assist ISOFIX child seat safety fasteners for rear outer seats Keyless entry and start Lane assist Leather dashboard Leather steering wheel Leather upholstery LED headlights LED rear lights Parking sensors front and rear Rain sensor Rear privacy glass Reversing camera Roof rails Speed limit recognition Tri-zone climate control Tyre pressure monitors Wireless smartphone charging

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our weeks in, and nothing has fallen off. Actually, I tell a lie, because the plastic cover hiding the screw inside the driver’s side interior door handle came loose last week. It’s not a great fit, so I suspect it will happen again. A blob of Blu Tack will no doubt sort it.

That’s the biggest news in an otherwise uneventful month. The Dacia Sandero might be a budget car, but it doesn’t feel cheap. Stick a SEAT, Hyundai, Kia, Skoda or even a VW badge on the front, and nobody would bat an eyelid. The old Sandero looked like a Dacia; the new Sandero looks derivative.

Nerdy budget car enthusiasts like me will see this as a negative, but the new look will almost certainly bring new buyers to the yard.

Dacia has pitched it to perfection.

I ended last month’s report by mentioning the two-star safety rating, so let’s address the elephant in the room and move on. “Dacia aims low”, claimed Euro NCAP in a rather disingenuous headline, before highlighting its radar-only (rather than camera-based) autonomous emergency braking system as the reason for the lowly rating. Euro NCAP labelled this as “out of step” and “disappointing”, but did admit that the crash protection “would make the car a four-star performer”.

In other words, the Sandero isn’t inherently unsafe, it just lacks the latest driver assistance systems. The Dacia is a victim of the constantly moving goalposts by Euro NCAP. It’ll do a decent job of protecting

you should you strike the goalposts, it’s just that it isn’t as good at preventing you from hitting them. I’m fine with that – I just hope others can look beyond the two-star rating.

It’s surprisingly good fun to drive. The 1.0litre turbocharged engine delivers spirited performance. It accelerates with the familiar thrum of a three-cylinder engine, but it’s not as raucous as other three-pots. Crucially, it settles to no more than a backing track on a motorway, although any hopes of a quiet motorway drive are put to bed by the excessive wind and tyre noise. It feels light and agile on a B-road, with a dollop of French-style bodyroll to make you feel part of the action.

There’s never a sense that it will let go, with the tyres providing an audible warning when they’re approaching the point of unhappiness. Few Dacia owners will corner in such a spirited manner, but it’s good to know that the Sandero isn’t totally devoid of entertainment. My biggest criticism is the ride quality, which can feel a little firm over imperfect roads. This seems particularly problematic for passengers in the back. My children have also complained about excessive noise from the rear arches and boot.

I’m out of gas, so I need to visit my nearest LPG station, 12 miles away. I’ll share my experience in the next issue.

Contain your excitement…

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FACTS & FIGURES Arrived | 12th May 2021 Price when new | £11,995 Price as tested | £12,555 Economy | 52.3mpg (Petrol) 39.8mpg (LPG) (combined) 42.2mpg (Petrol) 34.0mpg (LPG) (on test) Costs | None Faults | None

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Fabric strip on the dashboard adds a touch of class.

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t doesn’t feel like such a long time ago that, with a couple of new SUVs on the way, traditionally retail sales-weighted Suzuki was sizing up fleet opportunities with some competitive diesel engines.

That groundwork and relationshipbuilding has held firm in the meantime, but hybrids are at the forefront today and the Across has to appeal to company car drivers who – in many cases – won’t have had a Suzuki beforehand.

Her Majesty’s Treasury is keen to get drivers into plug-ins, so this large SUV has almost the full weight of tax incentives behind it. In short, company car tax is a percentage of the list price, weighted by CO2 emissions and, for plug-in hybrids, the electric range too. The Across roughly has a 50% larger battery than its closest rivals, corresponding to a longer electric range and 7% company car tax banding, where most come in at 11%. To put that into context, higher-rate taxpayers able to opt into a £46,000 company car would be liable for £106 per month in benefit in kind tax. That’s actually less than a basespecification Ignis, which falls into the 26% company car tax band and would cost £123 per month for the same driver.

So, it’s hardly surprising to see plug-in hybrid demand is on the up.

Of course, there are well-documented downsides for over-incentivising plugin hybrids without also encouraging proper usage. My still-limited travelling suits it well, offering plentiful charging opportunities and mostly-local journeys – if anything, Suzuki’s claimed 46-mile electric range is pessimistic and I’d need to make an effort to go far enough to require the petrol engine. However,

longer journeys are dropping back into my diary now, and that’s where the use case can start to wobble.

Being based on the RAV4 PHEV, Suzuki has Toyota’s hybrid system in its corner, and that’s a good thing. The Across offers four-wheel drive using an electric rear axle and a hybridised 2.5-litre petrol engine up front. There’s enough electric power for motorway driving without accidentally firing up the engine under load, and a borderline-unnecessary 302bhp with everything working together.

It’ll accelerate like a hot hatch but, despite the promises of the over-firm ride quality, spirited drives aren’t its forté.

However, it is surprisingly efficient.

Point the Across at a motorway stretch with the battery range depleted and it’ll hum along quite happily, finding occasional opportunities to slip into electric mode.

It’s even better around town, where the instrument cluster typically shows the engine is switched off for around half of the journey. Average fuel economy in the lowto-mid 40s to the gallon is higher than most rivals and there’s a 55-litre fuel tank to take the range anxiety out of longer trips. That’s a common compromise for plug-in hybrids.

Fleets have, of course, been early adopters of this technology – and with mixed success. But the extended range stemming from cost advances in battery technology, and the backup of a genuinely efficient hybrid system broaden the use cases where this could stack up versus a diesel. It wasn’t so long ago that this would have been harder to argue.

FACTS & FIGURES Arrived | 6th May 2021 Price when new | £45,599 Price as tested | £45,599 Economy | 282.4mpg (combined) | 192.9mpg (on test) Costs | None Faults | None

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Up to 72% of urban/rural drives in EV mode, even after the plug-in range is depleted, is hard to fault.

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’m not normally into designer labels – I don’t care whether my T-shirt was made by Stella McCartney or Stella in Mansfield – but there is one item of clothing about which I admit to snobbery. I absolutely will not wear jeans unless there’s a little red tab that reads ‘Levi’s’. I know it’s petty, but I should say this is absolutely not about showing off when I’m crawling around baggage reclaim at Luton airport. And yes, that happens more often than I’d like. Instead, I wear Levi Strauss’ denim because nothing else fits me properly. You can bang on about the merits of M&S jeans until you’re blue in the face, but nothing moulds to your legs like a pair of Levi’s.

The other great thing about Levi’s is the fact they can be worn almost anywhere. Particularly if they’re black.

Wear them in the back streets of Moss Side and nobody bats an eyelid. After all, they’re just jeans. But if you wash them and wear them to an ambassador’s tea party where everyone recognises quality when they see it, they think you’re wealthy and successful – even if you are pushing the smart-casual dress code ever-so slightly. But hey, that just makes you a little bit edgy and interesting.

In short, they’re the perfect choice for everyday legwear.

Now, I know the last few paragraphs sound like an advert for denim (other trousers are available), but there is a point to this. Because this month I realised that Volvo is the automotive equivalent of Levi’s. With an XC40 on your driveway, you can go absolutely anywhere you want without worrying about how you’ll be perceived. Park in one of the rougher parts of Bristol and

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you don’t need to worry about whether the car will be there when you get back. Rock up at a snazzy hotel and the receptionist won’t scoff when they tell you how much dinner is going to cost.

XC40s – and Volvos in general – seem to strike that perfect balance between being classy and smart without ever appearing chintzy or vulgar. Unlike an Audi or a Range Rover, nobody drives a Volvo to shout about their wealth. They drive a Volvo because it’s quiet and restrained and serene. And that makes it somehow acceptable to everyone. I’ve been abused in everything from Fords to Ferraris, but nobody – whether they’re in a brand-new Rolls or a 20-year-old Renault – makes rude gestures at Volvo drivers.

But while I may be enjoying an insultfree life in the XC40, not everything is hunky dory. Our R-Design Pro car comes with enormous 20-inch alloy wheels, and they spoil the ride somewhat. I suspect the weight of the batteries doesn’t help, either, but smaller-wheeled petrol versions ride more smoothly. I’m also finding fault with the touchscreen. Not because it isn’t smooth or responsive – it’s fine on that front – but because Apple CarPlay and Android Auto weren’t included in the price (It’s a £300 optional extra). Yes, it’s a first-world problem and I’ve still got the Bluetooth system to pair up my phone to, but Android Auto is just better. It gives you access to enhanced navigation systems and more control over the media you play.

After years of driving Android Auto-enabled cars, I didn’t realise how much I’d miss it.

James Fossdyke

Arrived | 1st April 2021 Price when new | £43,095 Price as tested | £44,990 Economy | 117.5-134.5mpg (combined) | 39.5mpg (on test) Costs | None Faults | None

WHAT’S HOT

Cool, classy XC40 looks at home in any company.

WHAT’S NOT

Lack of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity is an irritation.

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t the end of the last report, we were still in Devon enjoying a wellneeded holiday, and I’m happy to say the Astra performed admirably. We stayed in the countryside near Totnes, and the navigation app Waze delighted in taking us along single-track B-roads at every opportunity, which was a great test of the Astra’s brakes. Unlike most Volkswagen Group cars, which tend to want to catapult you through the windscreen when you so much as hover over the middle pedal, the Astra’s stoppers need a decent shove.

There’s plenty of power when you do, and the upside is a more natural, less jerky feel, but it took me a little while to get used to. They were obviously putting in some effort, because by the end of the holiday the front alloy wheels looked reminiscent of a used disposable BBQ, nudging me to buy a bottle of Miracle Wheels in the local Morrisons in sympathy.

With narrow passing places and locals in Toyota Hilux pickups who like to maintain momentum, Devon’s back roads were also proof the Astra has really well-judged steering. It might not be quite on a par with the excellent Ford Focus, but the Vauxhall’s helm has a pleasant weight, a nicely consistent feel as you thread it through your hands and reassuring accuracy as you dive towards a widening in the hedgerow.

Like most aspects of the Astra, it’s also uncomplicated. By that, I mean there’s no way of changing the steering to ‘comfort’ or ‘banzai’ mode, and the engine doesn’t even have a sport button – or even an eco button for that matter. While this is likely to upset the games console generation – and is likely to change with the arrival of the next Astra – I quite like jumping in the car, twisting the key in the ignition and driving

off without considering what driving mood I’m in. It just works.

There is one button I routinely press on firing up the Astra though, and that’s the one to disable stop/start. I’ve nothing against the technology, and I’m all for saving fuel and cutting tailpipe emissions, but I’m afraid to say I just don’t like its implementation in this Astra. I’ve already mentioned that the three-cylinder engine tends to ‘thump’ into life, sending a bit of a judder through the car, and that’s just not a pleasant feeling when the traffic lights go green at a busy junction, or when approaching a major roundabout with fast-flowing traffic.

On a couple of occasions, the engine has also had a lumpy idle after restarting, to the point where the car feels like it’s about to stall, but then revs to keep itself going over and over again. On one local journey I was able to pull in and switch off the car and restart it, which cured the issue, but the next time it happened I was joining a busy dual carriageway. Luckily no warning lights appeared, and as the engine felt fine once up to speed, I was able to wait until I was back on slower roads to pull in and restart the engine.

During an otherwise relaxed and fuelsipping journey home up the M5 and M6 motorways, the Astra also alerted us that the front nearside tyre was at 20 PSI again, and this time my passenger managed to grab a picture. I knocked off the cruise control like before and slowed down just in case the tyre was deflating, but as with the first time, it hopped back up to 34 PSI after a couple of minutes, suggesting it is indeed an electronics glitch that seems to occur on longer motorway journeys.

FACTS & FIGURES Arrived | 23rd March 2021 Price when new | £23,970 Price as tested | £25,670 Economy | 57.7-64.2mpg (combined) | 59.5mpg (on test) Costs | None Faults | None

WHAT’S HOT

The Astra has plenty of stopping power, with smooth pedal feel.

WHAT’S NOT

The tyre pressure warning activated again on the M5 motorway.

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tight schedule, hundred of miles to travel and a brace of electric cars in for test has meant that my longterm Kuga has been even more precious than ever. Two trips, one to Warwickshire and another to Worcestershire meant that the electric vehicles I had on test would have been pushed to the limit. With every second precious, I just couldn’t risk taking one of them and finding out that a rapid charger enroute was out of action, and the panic and range anxiety of trying to find another. It’s just an added complication that I didn’t need in what has been the busiest few weeks of the year, so I reverted to my old faithful, my Kuga diesel long-termer.

Thankfully I’ve got the option, but come 2030, that won’t be possible.

I just pray that electric cars will see the same kind of revolution that smartphones have over the past five years. That said, there will be so many more people vying for the same rapid chargers, so if it isn’t managed properly, it could be mayhem. Let’s think positively…

Back to the Kuga and what a great way to waft up and down the country’s motorways. My car came with the optional Driver’s Assistance Pack, and so there’s adaptive cruise control, blind spot information, intelligent speed assist, driver drowsiness detection, an automated parking system, traffic sign recognition and those rather handy door edge protectors.

Early incarnations of adaptive cruise control I wasn’t that impressed with, as I found the systems to be far too sensitive.

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Maybe I’ve got used to them, but I’m quite happy to set the car to the legal limit and let it take the strain. I always adjust it so that it leaves the least possible gap between me and the car ahead, but even then, it’s a pretty generous distance. I just love the way that it takes a lot of the stress out of driving, by automatically adjusting to the speed and flow of the traffic. I find that I arrive at my destination much fresher and with less angst than if I’ve had to do all of the driving myself.

Isn’t modern technology wonderful?

While the Magnetic paintwork of my car looks classy, it kind of blends into the automotive landscape, with so many cars painted in monochrome hues.

Here in Essex, white cars are still very popular, obviously to match the owner’s stilettos, with grey, silver and black cars making up the majority of the other colours chosen. It’s really disappointing that owners aren’t that adventurous, but had I been able to choose my own colour, I would have gone for Lucid Red – a bright pearlescent shade that really pops, especially in bright sunlight.

When my previous plug-in hybrid Kuga was returned to base, there wasn’t time for a factory order, so I plucked the first car that was built in Vignale specification. In the past Ford offered a bright colour called Sedona Orange, but that has been discontinued. It’s a shame that there’s no British racing green, and solid Race red is missing from the colour palette. Both would brighten up the car parks enormously.

Arrived | 1st December 2020 Price when new | £38,425 Price as tested | £39,675 Economy | 47.9-49.6mpg (combined) | 43.2mpg (on test) Costs | None Faults | None

WHAT’S HOT

“…what a great way to

The Kuga is the Goldilocks of the SUV segment. Not too big, and not too small.

waft up and down the country’s motorways.”

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Ian Robertson

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stay of execution means this is not the final goodbye for the SsangYong, retirement having been pushed back so we can dovetail (or is that mid-air refuel?) my eventual migration to different wheels for this page. The extra month is great news, though I am a bit jittery about the editor prising the keys to the Musso from my dead hands – sorry, reassigning me to a new motoring challenge.

In a nutshell (an ironic phrase given this thing’s dimensional largesse) the Musso in XXL size Rhino spec is a big beast.

You’ll never lose it in a crowded car park, particularly that overhanging bottom that tucks into line like the Ardnamurchan Peninsula.

All the notable journeys this month have been for animal transportation (a fact that continues to reflect in my quest for better mpg – the bigger story of that I will save for next month). Three months ago, I opened the curtains to watch a fox on the lawn harassing a hedgehog.

The fox scarpered and the hedgehog appeared unfazed, until it turned up in the hen coop a few days later, looking bewildered and skinny. A journey by cardboard box and Musso to a hedgehog hospital revealed the fox had evidently snacked on one of her hind legs. This month though, we drove back to collect her: replenished and reconfigured as a tripod by her NHS (National Hedgehog Service) experience, she returned, again

by Musso, to be re-released into the wilds of our back garden.

Animal assignment number two was to collect a new house for a brace of guinea pigs (which were collected shortly afterwards); a new parental concession and addition to the menagerie I firmly rejected (until, of course, my wife corrected me). Upshot of all journeys though: furry and spiky creatures appear to be happy with SsangYong transit. Despite the heavyduty rear suspension, the ride in the back is never jarring, no matter what kind of critter you are.

Back in the supermarket car park, I have discovered (and don’t tell anyone) that evening shopping trips are the best time for supersize trucks to visit. Thus devoid of cars, they also make pleasant photo locations, allowing the space you need to stand back and contemplate all of the Musso in one frame. From all angles, this double cab is quite the handsome beast – not as shouty as some of the rivals; the design to me at least exudes a certain selfassured confidence.

Were we to use canine analogies, I’d put it like this: if you want a growling, badly behaved Mastiff, shop elsewhere; if companionship with a handsome, calm Labrador hits the spot, the Musso may well be your best friend for life.

“ SsangYong’s military

connections go back to its roots.”

FACTS & FIGURES Arrived | 10th September 2020 Price when new | £35,931 (inclusive of VAT) Price as tested | £36,481 (inclusive of VAT) Economy | 28.2mpg (combined) | 28.7mpg (on test) Costs | None Faults | None

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Business end of the rear suspension is heavy-duty, but the ride remains wholly compliant.

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Possessing the largest UK rear load for a double cab means that you have to be careful when parking.

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AFFAIRS Are electric cars more expensive to insure?

f you’re looking to make the switch to electric, you’ve likely been alarmed by the high insurance group ratings of many EVs. For instance, most Tesla models sit in the same group 50 as a Ferrari or Bugatti, and the same goes for battery electric cars like the Audi e-tron.

So what’s the reason for this, and are EVs more expensive to insure than their internal combustion (ICE) equivalents?

First things first, the cost of insurance for EVs does appear to be getting more affordable. Insurance providers assess risk before deciding on a premium to charge, and as more electric cars enter the market and become mainstream, some of the risks associated with them decrease. This includes worries around their reliability, and the availability of replacement parts, along with more numerous facilities with the expertise to repair battery electric vehicles.

According to figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT), May 2021 saw a 441 per cent increase in EV registrations compared with the same month in 2020.

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How are insurance groups selected?

So why do so many EVs have a seemingly high insurance group? To understand that, it’s good to look at the way Thatcham Research provides the Association of British Insurers (ABI) with the information used to assign insurance groups to every car on sale.

Firstly, Thatcham Research engineers determine the cost of parts and time required to return a vehicle to its ‘pre-accident condition’ following a standard 9mph (13kph) crash impact.

Then, the cost of parts from a list of 23 of the most commonly damaged panels and components are examined.

Other factors taken into consideration include the list price of the car when it’s new, the car’s performance level (including its 0-62mph acceleration time and top speed), its security equipment and whether or not it’s fitted with an autonomous emergency braking system, and how effective it is at avoiding collisions.

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As you’ve likely already guessed, the first wave of electric vehicles tended to be expensive, and many also offered a very high level of performance – take a bow here Tesla et al. They also tended to be aimed at early technology adopters, so were loaded with equipment and components that could push up the cost of repairs. If an electric vehicle was also sold in small numbers, with a smaller support network, this could not only make parts and repairs more costly and time consuming, but insurers could also push up premiums because of the perceived risk.

What do EVs cost to insure?

Increasingly then, the cost of insurance appears to come down to the make and model in question, more so than if it’s electric or not.

This is evidenced by recent data from comparison site Compare the Market, who tracked the insurance prices of EVs. They found the most expensive average premium was for the Tesla Model S Performance, at a huge £4,087.

However, EVs from mainstream manufacturers with lower parts prices and repair costs, along with lower performance, are far more affordable to insure. The cheapest model on its list, was perhaps unsurprisingly, the Renault ZOE Iconic R110, costing just £230 on average. A little more surprising was the Skoda Enyaq iV 60 Nav in second place, with a premium of just £257. We say

surprising, because this is a larger and more complex SUV after all.

A growing number of EVs sit beneath the £300 average premium mark, including versions of the Mazda MX-30, Hyundai Kona EV, Fiat 500 Electric, Peugeot e-2008, Citroen e-C4, Nissan Leaf, DS 3 Crossback E-Tense and Vauxhall e-Mokka.

Getting a quote is more important than ever Insurance costs for EVs are far from black and white, so it’s more important than ever to get a quote from a variety of sources before going ahead with a purchase. Some models like the Volkswagen ID.3 even appear in both Compare the Market’s lists of the ‘cheapest’ and ‘most expensive’ electric cars to insure, depending on their trim level and version, with 1st Edition version reportedly costing around four times the amount to insure than a more mundane ID.3 Family Pro. As a rule of thumb, it doesn’t matter if a car is electric or not, if it’s fast, expensive, loaded with technology and potentially very expensive or time consuming to repair, it will be expensive to insure. On the flipside, EVs from mainstream manufacturers with cheap parts and lower performance can be even more affordable to cover than their ICE counterparts. It’s more important than ever to do your research.

Andy Goodwin

GADGET NSPECTOR Ford UK cars 1945-1995 – a pictorial history Author David Rowe Number of pages 160 Number of photos 330 ISBN number 978-1-787116-42-9 www.veloce.co.uk info@veloce.co.uk 01305 260068 £16.99

If you’re a collector, or even just a fan of Ford’s models, this Pictorial History will be a must have. Compiled by author David Rowe, who worked at two Ford dealerships over three decades, the book charts every UK model from 1945 to 1995. Not only that, but it also includes technical specifications, colour photographs and lists the available paint schemes for each car. Standard and optional equipment details are included, along with dashboard instrument diagrams, production dates and how much the cars cost at their introduction.

Laser Tools Telescopic Support www.lasertools.co.uk info@toolconnection.co.uk 01926 815000 £75.34 (including VAT)

Laser Tools has launched an ingenious telescopic bonnet and tailgate support strut, with applications for repairs where gas struts are faulty or need to be removed. It could also be used during restoration projects, as an alternative to a car’s standard bonnet support or in competition cars where they’ve been removed for lightness.

Extending between 460 and 1,180mm, the threetier support is rated for a vertical load of up to 150kg, and Laser Tools say it can even be used in vans or estate cars to help secure luggage or boxes, thanks to its heavy duty design and the rubber end protectors.

CTEK CS Free charger www.ctek.com support@ctek.com 00 46 10 344 88 10 £295

While jump starters are fairly common, the CTEK CS Free is an innovative little device. The CTEK can automatically condition and safely charge a flat battery in around 15 minutes, away from mains power, and without risking any damage to the vehicle’s electronics. The device analyses the battery to safely revive it, just to the point where it can start the car. It’s also been designed with simplicity in mind, so there are no confusing settings and a clear display. Charging the CS Free from the mains takes around an hour, or you can add an optional solar charging kit to top it up anywhere with enough daylight.

Autoglym Instant Ceramic Coating www.autoglym.com enquiries@autoglym.com 01462 677766 £90.00 for 5-litres

Ceramic coatings are the latest trend for detailing hobbyists, and Autoglym Professional’s Instant Ceramic Coating is the latest treatment to hit the market. It’s been designed to quickly bond with paintwork, so all you have to do is spray it on and buff with a microfibre towel. Once applied, it offers protection for up to three months, with a durable chemical resistant coating. It can also be applied whatever the weather, and to a wet car to make life easier. Autoglym says it provides a deep gloss finish, particularly for rich and dark coloured paintwork. It comes in a 5-litre container, so for easier use, you’ll need to decant it into a smaller bottle.

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£130 MILLION TESTO’S FLYOVER COMPLETED

The £130 million A19 Testo’s flyover has been completed over a South Tyneside roundabout, speeding up journeys in the area and improving connections to international gateways. Drivers can now travel over the A19 roundabout, or use slip roads to connect with the A184.

Building the flyover took more than a million hours of work, around 60 per cent of which was sourced from the local workforce. Minister for Roads, Buses and Places, Baroness Vere of Norbiton said: “The £130m Testo’s junction upgrade will be hugely beneficial to the North East, providing swifter, more reliable freeflowing journeys and supporting economic growth in the region.” Work on the Testo’s flyover began in March 2019, and it’s expected to carry up to 83,400 vehicles each day by 2033.

The Nissan Leaf is built nearby, and was the first car to cross the 142-metre and 1,300 tonne flyover, followed by emergency vehicles from local services.

Highways England Acting Chief Executive Nick Harris added: “These improvements will make a major contribution to the region, from providing better journeys to and from the region’s ports and Teesside airport, to improving journey times for local people who can get home more quickly and safely to their families, or to and from their workplace.”

There are currently more than 35 ongoing major projects across England’s motorways and A-roads, including improvements along the A1 corridor between Newcastle upon Tyne and Gateshead.

The number of lanes in both directions between junction 74 at Scotswood and junction 79 at North Brunton is being increased, along with widening between junction 65 at Birtley and 67 at Coal house.

£11.8 MILLION FOR LYMINSTER BYPASS The government has announced a new £11.8 million bypass to improve access to Littlehampton. The 1.1-mile single-carriageway stretch is the northern section of the Lyminster Bypass and will link up with the southern section already under construction.

Running to the east of Lyminster and Wick, the road will connect a new junction on the A259 in Littlehampton to the A284 at Crossbush, just south of the A27. This is planned to ease congestion and provide ‘muchneeded improvements to routes in and out of Littlehampton’. The bypass is also expected to support plans for 1,260 new homes in the area.

Journeys in and out of Littlehampton are often slow as traffic passes through the town centre, with frequent delays caused by the Wick railway level crossing. The bypass will provide a shorter, less congested route avoiding the level crossing. A three-metre wide shared cycle lane and footpath will run along one side of the road, with a signalled crossing.

STOCKBURY INTERCHANGE IN KENT GIVEN GO AHEAD An upgrade to one of the busiest junctions on the M2 motorway, junction 5, has been given the green light by Secretary of State for Transport Grant Shapps. Expected to cost £92 million, the new interchange with the A249 at Stocksbury in Kent should provide ‘smoother and safer journeys for thousands of drivers every day.’

Junction 5 suffers from heavy congestion and has one of the highest collision rates across England’s motorway and A-road network. The improvements are planned to reduce collisions by a third.

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The new interchange will replace the existing roundabout with a flyover, providing free-flowing traffic on to the A249. Two new slip roads will be created to take traffic onto the A-road from the M2. Maidstone Road leading to the A249 Stockbury Roundabout will be re-routed to link with Oad Street. Construction work is expected to commence from September 2021, with preparation works getting underway beforehand.

Chris Welby-Everard, Highways England’s regional delivery director in the

South East, said: “Improving the Stockbury Interchange will bring real benefits to the drivers who use this junction, improving the flow of traffic to provide a safer and more integrated network for everyone.”

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NOW EVEN MORE HANDY

VW’S ID MODELS RECEIVE FIRST SOFTWARE UPDATE Volkswagen has heralded a technology milestone, as it became the first mainstream manufacturer to ‘regularly update software in customer cars via mobile data transfer’.

From this summer, VW says its ID range of electric vehicles will now receive regular software updates ‘over-the-air’.

Owners of the ID.3 hatchback in the ‘First Movers Club’ were the first to receive the update to the latest ID.Software.2.3 from July. According to Volkswagen, its updates include ‘adjustments and improvements to operations, performance and comfort.’ These include improvements to the ID. Light functionality (a strip of ambient lighting on top of the dashboard), dynamic headlight main beam control, better ‘surroundings recognition’ for the car’s sensors and improvements to the infotainment setup. The ID.3’s complex software was beset with issues during the car’s development and initial release, with the first owners not receiving all the car’s functions at first.

The update is being rolled out to the ID.4 and ID.4 GTX shortly behind the ID.3, and in future VW is planning a software update every twelve weeks. Owners who have a registered account with Volkswagen will be able to receive the update in the background, but won’t be able to drive the vehicle while it’s being installed.

VW boss, Ralf Brandstätter, said: “Volkswagen is moving up a gear when it comes to digitalisation. After the successful roll-out of our all-electric ID. family, the brand is once again leading the movement: we are creating a totally new, digital customer experience with new functions and greater comfort – every twelve weeks.”

Kia has launched a major update for its UVO Connect app, the smartphone software aimed at owners of its recent models. The smartphone app now has improved menus and functionality, along with more pleasing graphics, according to the South Korean brand. This should make it easier for owners to connect and control their vehicle’s settings remotely.

Using the app, owners can check vehicle information including trip data, efficiency statistics and its current location, as well as locking and unlocking the doors. Kia EV owners can also view their car’s charging status, battery state and range, or plan a charging schedule, as well as setting the climate control to pre-heat or cool the cabin.

In the latest update, new icons have been introduced for a ‘cleaner, more personalised feel’, which even features an image of the owner’s model alongside intuitive new symbols. A customisable home menu highlights the most frequently used functions, and calendar appointments and weather information have been made more easily visible.

‘Last Mile Navigation’ and ‘Valet Parking Mode’ functions have also been added. The former provides navigation instructions for the owner even after parking and getting out of their vehicle, with the smartphone app providing a walking route to their final destination. Meanwhile, ‘Valet Parking Mode’ can provide remote vehicle monitoring while the car is being driven by someone else. If you need to find the car in an unfamiliar area or busy car park, the app can also guide the owner to its location using augmented reality. The UVO Connect app can be downloaded from the Google Play Store and iOS App Store.

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SOMETHING GOT ME STARTED Dear Doc, I purchased a Peugeot 2008 automatic for my wife in 2017. Most of the time, like Barrie, we use the car for short local journeys. We both drive the car, and noticed that, at times, the stopstart wasn't working. I also noticed that when listening to the radio the car would go into eco mode and switch the radio off! I thought back to the time I had a Peugeot 406 and it did the same thing. I got a call from my sister to say she had broken her leg, so we rushed up to her, getting there just before the ambulance took her off to hospital. We used the 2008 for the journey, 75 miles of mostly motorway driving. The next time we used the car, the stop-start was working. The answer to Barrie's problem is to do some longer trips to ensure the battery is kept fully charged. Short trips do not do this. Peugeot models have a feature which shuts down electrical features such as stop-start and the radio when the battery doesn't have sufficient charge in it.

Many thanks for a great magazine.

I have read every issue from the very beginning, Unfortunately, due to eye problems I have had to switch to the digital version, but I still have a subscription.

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Hello Tim, Thanks for your input. You’re quite right about the battery needing to be charged in order for the stopstart system to operate. It’s also clever enough to know when extra strain is being placed on the battery, such as when the wipers are on, the de-misters are working overtime to keep the windows clear of fog, the heated seats are switched on, and a phone is on charge. You’ll also notice that the stopstart system will kick in less frequently when the weather is cold. It will also fail to operate in extreme heat, as priority will be given to cooling the engine.

Battery company Varta has created a useful list of reasons why the stop-start system might not be working. These are: • • • • •

Cold or hot outside temperature Cold or hot engine temperature Seat belts not fastened Interior temperature not reached Ventilation overload

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Bonnet open Driver’s door open High slope Parking assistant active Battery sensor not working Air-mass sensor not working Poor state of battery charge

According to a report in Autocar, a car without stop-start is expected to go through up to 50,000 stop-starts in its lifetime. This figure increases to 500,000 when a stop-start system is fitted. I’m sure we can allow it a few days off in its life.

Best regards, Doc

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ARE EVS GROUNDED BEFORE THEY START? Hi Doc, An unusual request that perhaps could be included in future road tests.

Some five years ago, a new neighbour very heavily grounded his new BMW 3 Series between the driveway and pavement. As I was cutting the lawn and heard the noise, I went over to help. Armed with two trolley jacks and two lengths of 4x2 timber, everything was soon sorted.

Today I watched in surprise as the next-door neighbour's wife crossed the road while her husband reversed out of their driveway. She explained that the 19-plate MercedesAMG often grounded with two people inside. Their garage door is some 18 inches lower than the pavement over some 15 feet. My driveway is alongside and none of my previous cars, nor my 2011 Mazda 3 has grounded, even with three people inside.

Is this now becoming a common problem and are EVs more likely to ground? Perhaps your new car testers can help out with their knowledge.

The next question is: are EV batteries shielded against such an occurrence?

Many thanks once again for all your hard work in keeping an excellent magazine going.

Bob Hello Bob, An interesting question. I’m not sure this is a particularly new trend. I’d actually say that it will become less of a problem as buyers flock to high-riding crossovers and SUVs. Just look at the number of otherwise ordinary cars that are given the crossover treatment. Even the Ford Fiesta and Kia Picanto are available as jacked-up runabouts. The other thing to consider is that, although we (rightly) complain about our roads, they are like ribbons of silk compared with roads in Eastern Europe and developing nations. It’s why oddballs like the Volvo S60 Cross Country exist. I might be in danger of wandering way off-topic here.

I know from experience that sports cars and performance vehicles have often come a cropper on high kerbs and sloped

driveways. It’s nothing a short plank of wood can’t sort out! Or a plank like me, armed with a bit of timber.

I don’t think EVs are more prone to grounding. On the contrary, the likes of the Jaguar I-Pace and Tesla models come with adjustable suspension, so you can raise them up to minimise the risk of grounding. It helps when you’re boarding a ferry or the train at the Eurotunnel, but also if your driveway is on a slope. Some common sense is required. For example, while the standard BMW i3 is fine for most people, the sportier i3S comes with larger wheels and suspension dropped by 10mm. This could make all the difference. Certainly, cars like the Porsche Taycan might suffer, but then so would a Porsche 911 and possibly a Panamera. If the current trends are anything to go by, the future will be shaped by crossover-style EVs. Your question about the safety of the batteries is a valid one, not least because they tend to be positioned low down in the middle of the car. In some cases, the battery pack might sit lower than the visible door sill. This could lead to potential problems in terms of ‘cresting’ on speed ramps and hump-back bridges, or sloping driveways. The housing plays a crucial role in protecting the battery pack, not only from an impact, but also to absorb the kinetic energy in the event of a collision or serious grounding. The batteries are usually surrounded by a protective cooling shroud filled with coolant liquid. It’s worth remembering that EVs are subjected to the same rigorous safety tests as standard cars, with manufacturers facing serious challenges in terms of battery protection. If anything, a car manufacturer will err on the side of caution, providing more protection than is necessary. A manufacturer must prove that the battery pack is safe in the event of a collision (from all directions), watertight, and safe in the event of a fire. It must also show that the protective housing works in everyday situations, such as driving over speed ramps, mounting a raised kerb or boarding a ferry.

As you say, maybe ground clearance is something that could be included in selected road tests. I’m sure Ian will be making a note.

All the best, Doc

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NEW SPORTAGE: A BLACK AND WHITE CASE? Dear Doc, I haven’t felt compelled to get in touch before, but I’ve noticed an increasing number of people writing to you for advice about ditching their diesel cars for something greener. Is this a case of the media hype about so-called ‘green’ cars shouting louder than the other voices, or is there genuine merit in moving away from an economical diesel car? I only ask because my Kia Sportage will be out of warranty next year, so I’m considering my options. My original thinking was to buy another Sportage diesel, but do I need to look at the bigger picture?

I’d really welcome your thoughts on the matter.

Many thanks.

Martin Black Hello Martin, You’re right, there’s definitely been a shift in the type of correspondence I receive. From staunch support of diesel cars, I’m now seeing more people asking about alternative fuels. This is reflected in the output of the magazine, so I’m not surprised to see the Eco Car side of the magazine given greater prominence.

I echo your thoughts on the media hype. It doesn’t help that so much weight is being thrown behind electric cars, to the extent that other fuels aren’t getting a look in. Great advances are being made in the field of hydrogen, yet it’s not being reported beyond specialist press. As you know, petrol and diesel cars have never been cleaner. It’s as though we’re aboard an out-of-control express train and there’s no way to get off.

Anyway, back to the more pressing matter of your Kia Sportage. I’m guessing it’s a 2015 model, as you mention the

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warranty will expire next year. That’s no reason to sell it, because the Sportage has proved itself to be reliable beyond the warranty period. In case you hadn’t seen the news, Kia has unveiled a new Sportage, so the car you buy next year will look very different to the current model.

Information is a little patchy at this stage, but I’d expect it to come with the option of a diesel engine, so you can continue to fly the diesel flag. The timing is good, as the seven-year warranty will see you through to the eve of the 2030 ban on the sale of new petrol and diesel cars, by which time the situation should be a little clearer. You can buy a Sportage in 2022, then forget about it until 2029.

That said, I must point out that the political and environmental landscapes might have changed a great deal by then.

It’s not scaremongering to suggest that the price of diesel might have rocketed by 2029, tax could be cripplingly expensive, and diesel cars might be unwelcome in towns and cities. Who knows what the future holds for cars without any form of electrification? (The Sportage is a mild hybrid Doc, so has mild electrification, Ed) If the government’s incentives don’t work, it might switch from ‘carrot’ to ‘stick’ tactics. I hope not, but there’s no way of knowing.

Then there’s the

value of diesel cars in 2029/2030. It could go one of two ways. Demand might be high, as motorists resist the move to electric cars, so your Sportage could be worth a small premium.

However, it could go the other way, with diesel cars worth very little on the used car market. We just don’t know which way it will go.

My advice would be to buy a Sportage with the view to moving it on in three years. I don’t know if you’re buying on finance, but a PCP deal would be the most affordable way forward. If you’re using cash, you stand to lose the least amount, because the car will have four years of cover left in 2025. Just be wary of how fast the political landscape could change in just a few years.

Buying a car isn’t as simple as it was a decade ago. You need to look at the bigger picture as well as the details about space, practicality, fuel economy and price. Good luck with whatever you decide to do.

Best regards, Doc

Doc, I think you will be interested in the article by Ross Clark on page 20 of the Daily Mail on Wednesday 16 June – his third on automotive subjects this year.

He seems knowledgeable in many ways, but drives an old diesel car and clearly does not understand what the latest diesels have to offer (I know this from a previous article).

Personally, I would cancel electrically powered cars, put a lot of research into hydrogen matters, and as a stop-gap, promote diesel cars, rather than petrols, due to their better CO2 record.

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MORE WORDS ON CHARLES’ SKODA OCTAVIA Hello Doc, Thank you for a most interesting and enlightening reply to my email! I am more ignorant than you thought: I didn't know that SCR and AdBlue were the same in principle, which raises an interesting point. Some such cars are known openly, and I think even advertised, as AdBlue, which might be mildly putting off to some people, since such cars may seem to be no longer ‘run of the mill’. And, of course, there's always the fear of added complications: more things to go wrong.

Could this be why VW and Skoda seem to be a bit shy about SCR? They use a different name for AdBlue, and I have not yet read much about it in your splendid magazine: even the lengthy trial reports on the new Octavia have not, to date, mentioned SCR at all – hence my request to you for some info. Personally, I would welcome SCR with open arms, as long as the blue liquid remains available.

I too am a big fan of my 1.6 diesel

ELECTRIC CAR GRAVEYARD Not a letter as such, but Barrie Widdowson and Charles Giles have been in touch with images of electric cars ‘resting’ in a field 124 miles to the south of Paris. The silver cars were once a common sight in Paris, as they were used by a major car-sharing scheme.

Reports suggest that there were as many as 150,000 active users of the little cars.

However, the authorities terminated the contract amid concerns over cleanliness, bookings and parking. The rise of Uber

Charles Giles Hello Charles, Thanks for bringing this article to my attention. Ross makes some interesting and perfectly valid points. For the benefit of anyone who missed the piece in the paper, it’s available online.

He sees hydrogen as the future and suggests that his Citroën C5 Estate diesel is still preferable to an electric car.

“Several times a year, I drive from my home in Cambridgeshire to the Scottish Highlands. At the moment, I can do it, with stops, in nine hours without needing to

Octavia: it truly is the best car I have owned in my 89 years! I too get 60mpg – I assumed that everyone did – but this may be partly due to the Institute of Advanced Motorists’ insistence on sticking to the national speed limits (sometimes!) I also enjoy telling people that the road tax [VED] for this model is zero. Zilch.

Nothing. And when they ask how this can be, I reply with one word: diesel. Exit puzzled faces!

However, with my advancing years I feel that a change to automatic drive is indicated, as this reduces the driver's workload on every single journey, but as the 1.6 model is no longer in production, I may one day need to enjoy the 2.0-litre with SCR. So, in answer to your question, my reply is: stick, but maybe not for long!

I totally agree with you over wondering what on earth is happening on the political and industrial automotive fronts.

It doesn't make sense, and I understand that other western countries are not rushing to follow the UK's example. There may well be massive unemployment.

There may well be huge numbers of furious drivers who feel they have been had. I do wonder if motoring magazines, generally, have done enough to point out to the government the folly of their intended ways.

With every good wish, Charles Giles

and similar services also led to a decline in their popularity.

Despite reports to the contrary, there are no problems with the cars and they’re likely to be resold to private buyers. Some fact-checking by Reuters found that around 2,500 of the 4,000 cars have been

sold. It also points out that the cars pose no environmental risk as the batteries have been removed and the connectors are isolated.

fill up my car once. With a Nissan Leaf, it would take me an extra six hours, even if I could find ideally placed rapid chargers. If I couldn’t, it would take at least five days.”

He’s guilty of some sensationalist reporting. That said, I do agree with his point about online range calculators. The government, media and manufacturers are guilty of promoting the official range estimates, without prominent caveats about the figures people will see in the real world. I’ve no doubt that the WLTP standards are reasonably accurate, but you need only spend a few minutes on a manufacturer’s website to discover

that you’re unlikely to go the distance.

I believe that range calculators should be highly visible on all forms of online promotional material.

I share Mr Clark’s enthusiasm for hydrogen, but was disappointed to read that Honda is pulling the plug on its Clarity fuel-cell vehicle. It pointed to low sales as the reason for the decision, but hasn’t ruled out a return to hydrogen in the future. Let’s hope Toyota, Hyundai and now Land Rover continue to make advances in this sector.

Best regards, Doc

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If you've bought an EV recently, or have been looking closely at doing so, you may have noticed something different about the tyres that some EVs wear. The markings sometimes differ from normal car tyres, and you might see unfamiliar numbers like the 155/70/19 Q (84) for a BMW i3 tyre, or Michelin Energy E-V 195/55 R16 Q for a Renault Zoe. In comparison, Volkswagen ID.3s on 19-inch wheels come wearing nothing more unconventional than 215/50 R19 T93 tyres, simply with a higher load rating than is typical for that size. What are the differences of EV tyres compared with conventional tyres, and what does that Q mean?

It means that the car's tyres have a 96mph/160kph maximum speed rating, and we are familiar now with the lower maximum speeds of EVs. Other EV models, such as the ID.3, with a T speed rating, are limited to 115mph/190kph.

Most EVs are much heavier than petrol or diesel equivalents, on account of the battery weight, and often by several hundred kilograms. That puts extra stress and wear on the tyres, as does the high torque that electric drive produces, particularly during hard acceleration. It means that EV tyres generally need higher load ratings than equivalent petrol or diesel cars. Low rolling resistance is essential, as it has a direct effect on driving range, whilst tyre/wheel aerodynamics are another significant factor. Hence why BMW on their i3, specified narrow tyres – a trend that may not continue on higher performance BMW EVs, on account of problems of reduced road grip that a smaller tyre/road contact patch brings. This is manageable with the i3, with its surprisingly

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low kerb weight of 1,300kg, due to its advanced, if rather costly, lightweight construction.

So tyre manufacturers face these new challenges as they try to satisfy the competing requirements to perform, in terms of durability, wet weather grip, ride comfort, noise, and more. The i3 tyres employ novel tread pattern design, special rubber compounds, and new carcass materials. Everything was pretty

“What should you look for when buying an EV, in terms of tyres? Ideally, good wet road grip, good fuel efficiency, and good wear properties, with low noise ratings.” much re-engineered from scratch using the latest developments in material science, to match standard tyres with a bigger contact patch.

Not surprisingly, this came at a cost, and replacement tyres for an i3 will cost you some £130 to £150 each.

The 19-inch tyres are prone to wear faster then the 20-inch tyres, and both are rather susceptible to tyre wall damage and wheel spin, at times. Possibly this narrow wheel concept will not survive, as EV ranges expand, although we might logically see them on lower powered

city cars, although Fiat has chosen to stick with conventional 185/65/15 and 195/55/16 sizes, with 91V load and speed ratings, on its brand-new electric 500.

What should you look for when buying an EV, in terms of tyres?

Ideally, good wet road grip, good fuel efficiency, and good wear properties, with low noise ratings.

All but the wear properties can be identified on the obligatory tyre labelling, but It's not easy to find data on wear and dry road grip. So What Tyre magazine's top picks of the Bridgestone Turanza Eco, standard fit on Volkswagen's ID.3, and the Fiat 500e, along with the Continental EcoContact 6, offer useful pointers.

Michelin e.Primacy, Hankook Ventus Prime 3, and Goodyear EfficientGrip Performance (also factory fitted on the ID.3) are relatively conventional tyres, and also highly rated, plus far more widely available. You really won't want to mix and match tyre brands on a new EV, should you need to replace one, so availability is a genuine concern for EV owners.

As always, when considering wheel size options for any new car, be aware of potential tyre replacement costs. Tyres in 215/50/ R19 or 215/45/R20 sizes for a Volkswagen ID.3 will cost you £165 to £190 each, compared with little over half that for the smaller 18-inch wheel alternative size, 215/55/18, whilst the costly lower profile tyres will usually generate significantly more road noise. Also bear in mind that a replacement set of EV tyres costing £150 each after 15,000 miles of motoring will be costing you around 4p a mile, and thus around the same amount as your electricity charging does, when you are plugging in at home!

Critical EV raw materials ost readers will be aware of the current shortage of what we'll call “computer chips” that are used today in all sorts of technological areas, but critically in car manufacturing.

Compared with only a decade ago, most cars contain ten times as many such chips today, many of them involved in safety systems, communications, and electronic driver aids. As we move towards partial, if not total, driving autonomy, even more of these chips will become involved. This supply crisis has worsened over the past year, although it was already brewing, even with the decline in car production and sales going into 2020. Initially the problem was a temporary delay in supplies, as chip factories shut down when the coronavirus pandemic first hit, and units such as the Honda UK factory shut down for four days due to the supply chain problems, when chips were a critical component. Although production is now largely back to previous levels, a surge in demand driven by changing habits, some fuelled by the pandemic itself, means that the crisis has not gone away. For behind this situation is not just a lack of manufacturing capacity, but also a supply and cost problem with the raw materials used in chip, or "semiconductor wafer" manufacture.

Silicon, copper, and plastics are the main chip components, by weight, but there are also relatively small, but critical, amounts of the element germanium, and the compound gallium arsenide. Copper prices have rocketed with the crisis, and the other two rare and costly items come from only limited sources, with the lion's share of annual germanium production of around 150 tonnes coming from China, Russia, and the USA, in that order.

That covers the problems with computer chips; but with the advent of electric power for transport, the electric motor and its various parts represent another critical area for manufacturers.

Two "rare earth" elements, neodymium and praseodymium, are critical components of the powerful magnets of brushless permanent magnet drive

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motors, often preferred for use in EVs over the alternative (magnet-free) induction motors. Permanent magnet motors are easier to control, easier to cool, and lighter, making them better suited to smaller electric vehicles. But with China controlling 95 per cent of world rare earth metal sources, it leaves permanent magnet motor manufacture subject to similar supply concerns as for computer chips, increasing pressure to optimise the fundamentally cheaper induction motor, or adopt the third alternative of the magnet-free “switched reluctance” motor.

But there's another very significant area in EV manufacture from which there is no escape at present, and that's the compounds of two metals, lithium and cobalt, in the almost universally used lithium-ion energy storage battery. Both again are elements relatively rare in nature, although lithium is not as rare, or as costly, as is cobalt. Projected EV battery demands in the coming years will probably treble the global requirement for lithium, and nearly double that for cobalt, by the end of this decade. As yet, recycling technology and facilities for batteries are complex and relatively undeveloped, so that offers no supply source, although partial replacement by nickel is viable. Again, supplies of both are limited, and the Republic of Congo has by far the lion's share of global

cobalt resources, mosty under Chinese control, whilst Australia has a significant, but considerably smaller, output. By comparison, Australia and Chile produce more lithium than the rest of the world, but there are significant, although largely to date undeveloped, lithium sources existing in other locations, including in Cornwall in the UK. Moves to re-commission recovery of the Cornish resources are active, although they are largely in the form of "geothermal" waters at least 800 metres down from the surface, and involve significant investment to extract them.

Precious metals, recently used in quite large quantities for fossil fuel catalyst boxes and particulate filters, like platinum and rhodium, will see a declining demand, although silver, an excellent electrical conductor, may see a steadily rising demand in the motor industry, although any significant increase in fuel-cell vehicle production might see a resurgence of platinum group metal demand. But it's no wonder that the western world is worried about China's controlling interest in many of these areas, and western researchers are looking hard for alternative materials, or technology, particularly to replace cobalt in batteries, which is probably where they are most vulnerable to the Chinese near-monopoly.

Victor Harman

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THIS MONTH Notes, thoughts and experiences lifted from the pages of the editor’s diary

15th July 2021 I think I’ve been spoilt by the lower traffic levels during the pandemic over the last 15 months or so, and I can safely say that congestion is now back to pre-Covid levels.

Whereas previously I could generally rely upon getting to my destination at around the same time as the route planner or navigation system indicated, I’m having to build in extra time, and in the case of the M25, at least an hour. And I reckon that the worst is yet to come, as no doubt there are still some people that are working from home, and therefore aren’t clogging the roads up around rush hour. I say rush hour, but that’s not been the case for years, with congestion experienced anytime from around 5am until 9.30 or even 10am. And it’s a similar story in the afternoon when the roads begin to get busier again from 3ish and remain solid until way past 7pm. A colleague once flippantly suggested that the M25 should be one way, and maybe that isn’t such a barmy idea after all, with eight or more lanes all going in

the same direction. It only becomes a pain when you want to go a junction or two in the opposite direction to the way the motorway is travelling.

23rd July 2021 Travelled back from the Midlands just after rush hour and very nearly had a clear run home, aside from a couple of hold ups that meant that the speeds dipped down to around 40mph. While I wouldn’t mind if it had been because of an incident or sheer weight of traffic, it was because of variable speed limits that were set incorrectly on the M25. The first one, we were warned of congestion ahead, and the speed reduced down from 70, to 60, to 50, right the way down to 40mph for a junction or so. And then, as if by magic, the national speed limit signs appeared on the overhead gantry, and everyone accelerated back to the legal limit. I doubt there was any kind of congestion, because if there was, we would have been brought to a stop, or at least slowed down to a pace that was less than the indicated speed limit.

In this day and age, mistakes like this shouldn’t occur if the motorway services staff are observing the motorway correctly. It should only take a matter of seconds to discover that a false speed limit is being displayed and then a few moments more before the problem is resolved.

Then a junction or so later, we were made to reduce our speed back down to 40mph because of an incident, according to the overhead gantry, but just one sign later, the national speed limit logo was displayed, and so it was back up to 70mph again. It is these kind of false speed limits that cause accidents, with speeds yo-yoing up and down, especially at a time when motorists are tired after a long day at work and just want to get home.

24th July 2021 My 370-mile round trip to the Midlands got me thinking that we really don’t make the best use of technology for our roads in the UK. It can’t be that hard to give a rundown of any potential problems on motorways and main roads in the area, a bit like they do for town centre car parks, and whether they have any spaces remaining. A list of the roads could warn of congestion, road works or closures as it happens, all at a simple glance. These boards could be placed at the entrance to each motorway junction and would give a good overview of problems, that is, as long as they are correct, which if my recent experience is anything to go by, could be thrown into doubt.

Of course, funding could be a problem, but attach some advertising to them, and they would pay for themselves quite quickly. We’re used to seeing advertising everywhere we go, so why not on our roads, as long as the digital adverts aren’t too distracting.

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Happy Birthday to you… A celebration of significant cars (not always for the right reasons) that are passing a motoring milestone this month, since they first went on sale in the UK.

A pair of Rover Group models were proudly displayed on the cover of the September 1990 issue of Diesel Car with the 825D Turbo Fastback praised for its muscular performance, feeling like ‘a seriously quick car’. Its refinement was also noted and surprisingly good fuel economy. In other pages, the Maestro Clubman D was a runaway winner on economy, space, comfort, handling, equipment and driver appeal. Factor in the low price and it was declared as irresistible, with a cost that was lower than both the Ford Fiesta and Peugeot 205. The best-selling car of the time was the Ford Escort, which beat both the Peugeot 205 and 405 into second and third place. The SEAT Malaga 1.7D GLX was commended for shaping up well compared to other saloon cars costing a couple of thousand pounds more. Fiat’s Tempra was the final car on test in this issue, with our testers remarking on its responsive steering and excellent ride quality.

Bombalurina spent three weeks at number one with Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Yellow Polka Dot Bikini

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SKODA OCTAVIA vRS TDI

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TOYOTA RAV4 DIESEL

AUDI A2

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25th Birthday

HONDA INSIGHT

AUDI A3

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CITROËN SAXO DIESEL

MERCEDES-BENZ GL-CLASS

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PEUGEOT 309 DIESEL

VAUXHALL CARLTON MK III

The fifth-generation Ford Escort and its saloon stablemate, the Orion went on sale in the UK in September 1990, while Nissan replaced its ageing Bluebird with the Primera, built at the Sunderland plant

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LEGAL EYE Motoring Defence Solicitors are road traffic lawyers specialising in drink and drug driving offences. Based out of their central London offices, they provide free advice on a range of offences to motorists nationwide. You can contact Neil Sargeant for free on 0800 433 2880 or visit the website at www.drinkdrugdriving.co.uk.

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Failing sight here has been an abundance of debate over the years about what motorists should be legally required to disclose to the DVLA, and one of the most common relates to those who have impaired vision.

The government regulations, which medical professionals must follow when assessing drivers with visual disorders, require all licenced drivers to meet the following eyesight standards: In good daylight, able to read the registration mark fixed to a vehicle registered under current standards:

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• At a distance of 20 metres with letters and numbers 79mm high by 50mm wide on a car registered or • At a distance of 20.5 metres with letters and numbers 79mm high by 57mm wide on a car registered and • The visual acuity must be at least a score of 6/12 on the Snellen chart with both eyes open, or in the only remaining eye if monocular.

Many of you may be reading this now and wondering whether you can actually meet the requirements, as a registration plate at 20 metres may be more difficult to read than you might think. If any driver is unable to meet these standards, then they should not drive and they themselves should notify the DVLA. This may ultimately mean that any licence application is refused, or a current licence is revoked unless you take steps to correct any impairment of vision.

There has also been some discussion in the media about whether the law goes far enough to enforce such issues (i.e. should we rely on the honesty of motorists, or should the opticians/ medical professionals be required to inform the DVLA directly?)

Enforcing such requirements upon the medical profession may certainly yield positive results, but the question of whether the law should impose said requirement remains a tricky area. The legal onus to report conditions has always been upon the individual, as

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medical practitioners are bound by patient confidentiality laws – and with good reason. Patients need to feel safe seeing their GP and not have to worry about any additional consequences which may deter people from seeking medical assistance when they need it.

The General Medical Council (GMC) issued guidance and updated specific principles about reporting concerns to the DVLA. The GMC clearly states what steps a doctor should take if they believe a patient may pose a risk to others by continuing to drive. Contrary to the widely held belief, doctors are (in some circumstances) advised to inform the DVLA, but there is a process to be followed and this is that they should: 1) Assess the patient’s fitness to drive against the required standard.

2) Tell the patient to inform the DVLA. 3) Try to persuade the patient to make the decision to stop driving.

4) Consider the potential risk (and report to DVLA if felt necessary).

5) Keep detailed records.

How information is handled has been a controversial topic in recent years (we’ve all been bombarded by cookie notices, right?) and this needs to be considered when proposing

any changes to what medical professionals are required to do in terms of disclosure. There must still be an element of faith given to the general public to disclose conditions and make responsible decisions themselves.

From the motorist’s side, our advice is to always be honest and upfront with the DVLA about any medical conditions. Prescription glasses and contact lenses can help you meet the legal requirements in respect of your vision and ignoring the issue could result in far greater consequences than a revoked licence. If you drive when essentially unfit to do so, you could ultimately face prosecution for careless or dangerous driving, or in the worst cases, an allegation involving a fatality following a road traffic accident.

The prospect of losing the ability to drive may be devastating for many people who depend upon their vehicle, but ignoring any vision impairment instead of correcting it could, at its worst, result in a prison sentence if any severe accident occurs. As ever, motorists should err on the side of caution and seek advice when needed to ensure they are driving safely and in compliance with the law.

Neil Sargeant

AUTOJUMBLE Going anywhere vehicular for your holidays, sir?

Simon Hacker heads to Dover for an adventure in automotive history lace names that have graced the flanks of some of the world’s most memorable cars also happen to be pretty interesting places to visit – even if you admit that you don’t know your Italian ski resorts from Ford’s back catalogue.

But let’s not rush ahead. Our journey, pandemic permitting, of course, begins like any classic European escape, once the ferry ramp drops, at the scintillating gem of Calais. Okay, maybe Calais isn’t readily associated with riviera intoxication, but it has a half-decent sandy beach and, for adrenaline seekers, a lace museum. It’s also the inspiration for the be-finned Cadillac Calais, the maker’s 1965 budget-but-buff version of the De Ville.

Moving on for headier inspiration, spear south for Versailles, which has a few interesting bits of architecture and in 1919 hosted an ingenious treaty to ensure WW2 was a dead cert.

More importantly, and best unfasten your anorak in readiness for this one, Lincoln named its 1977 four-door saloon after this town, a car that made history as the first model to offer clearcoat paint.

Calming yourself from such insight, set the navigation system to the south west for Chambord, a regal treat nestling in the Pays de la Loire.

If Versailles impressed, Chambord’s 1547 structure threatens to break the chateau-o-meter for majesty and pomp. And while the family coo, there’s time to muse upon the Simca Chambord, from 1959, a Brazilbuilt version of its Vedette, and a symbol of the French auto industry’s expansionist ambitions.

What’s that, you want something racier? Fear not. It’s just a hop and a péage stop west from here before we reach Le Mans. Protestations from the back seat can be calmed by explaining that, by law, all roads in France go via Le Mans. Mulsanne is a blink-and-youmissed-it place, but it’s no surprise

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that its 3.7-mile straight run to Le Mans inspired Bentley as the moniker for two dynasties of 6.75-litre japery.

To refuel on Americana just up the road, Le Mans itself is the tag slapped onto the back of a succession of Pontiac models between 1961 and 1981. It all ended in tears when the illustrious reference was handed over to Daewoo in 1988. Perceived poor quality buried the name for good.

Throttling on, temptation for tenuous car-connected destinations abounds both south and east. For early 1970s nostalgics, the latter is irresistible. Eschewing the Med, we climb for the Dolomites in the north of Italy, hit the switchbacks and pretend to be a baby-boomer (grand) dad, powering that front-wheel drive Triumph Dolomite into its DNA landscape. Great granddads could join in here, too: the original Dolomite was first sold in 1934.

The jewel in this autopilgrimage, however, is what now awaits. The Cortina d’Amprezzo resort was the site of the 1956 Winter Olympics and the venue Ford chose when it launched the eponymous family car in 1962.

As a landmark for the start of modern motoring (at least to me), Cortina should be a magnet for motorheads, but it also boasts a museum of palaeontology, so anyone calling you a fossil can go educate themselves.

Next, make like a Buick Riviera and hit that coast. Monte Carlo may ascend to ever glitzier heights, but the same can’t be said for GM’s four-wheeled version of the same. It began in 1970 looking square-jawed and clean-cut, but middle-aged spread by the sixth generation in 2000 rendered it a jelly mould of anonymity. There’s definitely a joke that connects the Dodge brand (its Monaco saw successive generations since 1965) to this tax haven, but Italy beckons, wherein you will find such highlights as the Ford Torino, named in 1968 after Turin, Ford seeing this city as Italy’s Detroit.

From here, an asteroid belt of Ferrariimprinted locations looms, not least Portofino, Modena, Monza, Fiorano, Maranello, Roma… if you make it as far south as Sorrento (possibly misspelt

by Kia in 2002), you can see the view for the lovely little island of Capri.

Quite why Ford in 1968 named what was dubbed “the Cortina in drag” after this island baffles me. Blessed with one road barely wider than a plump goat, it’s no place for a car and motor vehicles are banned for most of the year. So if you’ve dragged your family all this way on a quest for automotive twitching, you might take their advice and leave your wheels in Sorrento.

There is, after all, more to life than cars. As if!

Simon Hacker

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Our moaner-in-chief on the car launch circus efore I became a car hack, I had some rosy fantasies about what the job would be like. From the international travel to driving the cars themselves, motoring journalism seemed impossibly exotic, and I remember boring on to my dad about what a fabulous way to earn a living it must be. With great kindness he suggested that there was more to life than driving about in sunny places at someone else’s expense, and if that was all I ever did as a journalist, the novelty would quickly wear off.

‘What does he know?’ I thought.

Decades of car launches later I find that, annoyingly, he had a point. Don’t get me wrong. Work has taken me to some lovely places in the company of excellent people. Some of the cars have been interesting too, but these events inevitably follow a fairly set pattern, so that even for an infrequent participant like me, one new car launch tends to bleed into the next – although not recently, for obvious reasons.

There’s unintended comedy in these get togethers of course. Many years ago, I was one of a group of hacks taken by General Motors to Detroit to see some Chevrolets and Cadillacs it briefly, and misguidedly, thought Europeans might buy. Having resisted the opportunity to try line dancing while jetlagged, I was attached to a lady PR person of middle years with Dolly Parton hair, eyes like limpid headlamps and a relentless line in ludicrous personal flattery. Her job was to tell me how bloody wonderful I was, and attempts to talk about anything else were resisted with a shiny smile and a questionable approach to personal space. She went off message just once, revealing that she’d joined GM as a student, expecting it to be a short term gig, but had never left. Then the corporate obedience chip in her brain fired up, there was a lot of eye contact and a manicured hand rested gently on my sleeve.

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“…I was attached to a lady PR person of middle years with Dolly Parton hair…” want to do what I do?” she breathed, her voice vibrant with sincerity. This was undermined somewhat when she was asked to introduce me to an impossibly neat executive type and couldn’t remember my name.

Car makers are also obsessed with being hip and happening, but don’t always carry this off. A good example was a presentation by two grey suited, middle aged male Volkswagen executives who were part of the launch of the early 2010s iteration of the Volkswagen Polo. This was somewhere hot – Portugal I think, but shamefully I can’t be sure – and was on a Wagnerian opera scale. The executive duo nervously clasped microphones and did little dad dances (think Matt Hancock on hot coals) as they read from a teleprompter in stilted English. I’m going & to make up what they said, but it went something like this: “The Polo is a very cool car.”

“Yes it is. Especially with climate control.”

“Your daughter would be proud to go to the disco in her Polo.”

“And jack her body to the funky sounds.”

“She certainly would. And she would be excited to drive home in her Polo.

Knowing she is safe because of the car’s many airbags. And she would know of its many passive and active safety features!”

“Crucial!”

“Bitching!”

I was sitting at a table with a group of hacks, including a lady lifestyle journalist with a jolly, Clare Balding, head girl-like manner. We briefly made eye contact and were clearly thinking the same thing about this ‘unusual’ take on youth speak, because the next time I looked she was convulsed with silent laughter, shoulders heaving, eyes filled with tears.

As the Teutonic ‘street argot’ continued, this created a rising tide of hysteria that had a similar effect on me.

I realised then that sometimes, you can’t take the life out of lifestyle.

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veryone loves a bit of spectacle and drama, and the arrival of new models on the automotive scene is usually a good excuse for both. Planners, designers, engineers, production managers and all the other staff working on the development of a new car, which typically takes up to five years, have meticulously honed a vehicle which aims to appeal to car buyers and be a big seller. Now it is time for creative teams to launch it with maximum impact.

That used to routinely involve a theatrical unveiling at an international motor show somewhere, ahead of a press launch drive in some foreign location. Good weather equals better photographs, and a sunny impression.

But increasingly in recent years there has been a separate ‘reveal’ as an event in itself, ahead of the launch drive.

So it was that in 2014 a helicopter with a car slung underneath it flew along the Thames to Tower Bridge, where it was lowered onto a waiting speedboat. It was on route to a celebrity launch party attended by 3,000 guests.

The destination was Earls Court, historic home of the British Motor Show, where a guard of honour comprising six manufacturing robots awaited.

The car: Jaguar’s XE, the then new compact executive saloon was the newest and smallest member of the big cat range. The bill for its dramatic 007-worthy debut was a reputed £3 million, as an up-front investment in clawing widespread coverage and attracting a sassy clientele to the new baby Jaguar saloon.

A year or so later, another new model arrived on the scene from the Coventrybased British car maker. This time it was the E-Pace, Jaguar’s first compact sports utility vehicle, albeit a so-called ‘soft-roader’ rather than hard-core 4x4.

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also memorable. The company took over London’s ExCeL exhibition centre, which has since earned fame as the first temporary Nightingale hospital during the early days of the Covid pandemic.

Little did we imagine any such chilling future use as we car journos and other guests stood facing an airport runway-length stage dressed in theatrically colourful lighting.

This appropriately formed the car equivalent of a fashion catwalk. An E-Pace appeared in the far distance and whizzed down the vast hall on its elevated stage, where it was formally introduced to the assembled guests by its designer Ian Callum.

Car makers do enjoy creating a bit of memorable drama to show off their new arrivals, but few are as unusual as the venue chosen by Mercedes-Benz to stage the UK launch of the GLA. No aerial drama nor sunny foreign test route for this new arrival. Quite the contrary. We were invited to enter a large lift in the Cheshire countryside, which then plummeted us 620 feet below ground. Into a salt mine.

Bizarrely, a fleet of test cars awaited

us, perfectly lined up in the depths of the mine from which much of the gritting salt that is spread on Britain’s winter roads is sourced. The cars’ headlights glowed in the gloom. Our test route was through the mine’s intricate string of tunnels, some with cathedral-height roofs above us, others lower-slung and spookily dark. We weren’t skimped for a test route. The tunnels’ total length, if stretched out in a straight line, would stretch 130 miles. I have driven in some unusual places on car launch test drives, but this was certainly one of the oddest, but remarkably unforgettable.

New car debuts and launch drives are a constant ongoing routine for motoring writers, with activity now revving up again post-lockdown. It’s a tough gig for car company creative teams, and the agencies who work for them, to come up with the right setting and test route to best showcase a new arrival. It’s certainly impressive when they stretch the boundaries by sending a car high up into the air, or burrowed deep down underground.

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The good news is that the UK has already had some success in attracting battery investment. Nissan recently announced it would be greatly expanding EV production at its Sunderland plant, but the real news was that its partner Envision AESC would build a battery Gigafactory, able to provide battery packs for 100,000 cars per year, cementing Nissan’s future in the UK for years to come.

There was another favourable development when Stellantis confirmed that the Vauxhall Plant at Ellesmere Port would live on as a centre for electric van production, although in this case, the good news was slightly complicated by the fact that the UK won’t receive one of the three battery Gigafactories Stellantis will build in Europe. Battery packs for Stellantis’ British-made vans will be assembled in the UK, which is an important step in the process, but the individual cells that make up the

packs will be imported from the EU. The company has said that it could source batteries in the UK if other Gigafactories are set up here in the future.

So how much battery production capacity will the UK need to secure the future of car making here? Speaking before this year’s SMMT Test Day, the main event at which the UK’s main motor industry trade body, the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, meets the motoring press, Mike Hawes, CEO, outlined a need for 60GWh of annual battery production by 2030, and

“The good news is that the UK has already had some success in attracting battery investment.” enough for one million electric vehicles.

The UK made fewer than a million cars in Covid-ravaged 2020, but annual production peaked at almost two million back in 1972, and also topped 1.7 million as recently as 2016. So, unless we have given up on reaching those levels again, we may need even more battery capacity than the SMMT estimates. We also need to factor in a potential six-figure requirement for battery packs for UK-made commercial vehicles. Vans, which spend a lot of time on short trips in urban areas, are prime candidates for electrification. The UK already hosts electrified van production

by LEVC and the revived electric Morris Commercial, and of course, Stellantis will be joining them soon.

Any attempt to get UK car production back towards previous highs will be made that bit more difficult by the closure of Honda’s Swindon plant, which produced well over 200,000 cars in the good years – although it was rather less than that more recently.

And it’s worth considering Honda’s stated reason for the closure. While the complications of Brexit were surely in the mix, the company said that Swindon had fallen victim to the need to concentrate resources on larger electric car markets outside the UK. Ford’s engine factory at Bridgend closed recently too. The company didn’t cite electrification directly as a reason for the closure, which had a number of contributory causes, but electrification surely puts a question mark over every engine factory in the UK and beyond.

I’m old enough to remember the opening of the Swindon and Bridgend factories, and the hope they generated that they would provide high-quality long-term jobs. They delivered on that promise for several decades, but nothing is forever at a time of unprecedented upheaval.

All this shows is how much is at stake, as the automotive sector makes the difficult transition to electric.

Nissan’s Sunderland plant appears to have secured its future, and Vauxhall’s Ellesmere Port looks like it has a decent chance of getting to the other side as well. But I don’t think anybody really knows how much of the rest of the British industry will make it.

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Hi Dan When I first got your e-mail, I hadn’t noticed any poor driving by Qashqai owners, but ever since you mentioned it, I’ve seen more and more behaviour that backs up your theory. For instance, on Friday night, there was a very battered 08-plate Qashqai sat on the outside lane of the M25 doing 45mph, when the rest of the motorway was flowing at 70. You know the sort, looking dead ahead, white knuckles where they are gripping the steering wheel so hard, and totally oblivious of anything else going on around them. Thankfully, a traffic jam ensued, and so I was able to slip past on one of the inside lanes while travelling nose to tail at about 10mph, and when the incident had passed, I was able to accelerate once more to 70mph and continue on my journey.

Another Qashqai driver reversed out of a parking space without looking, reversing into the side of a passing Focus. The Focus stopped, but the Qashqai didn’t, with the person continuing to drive on as if nothing had happened. It wasn’t until the Focus made chase that it came to a stop.

So, Dan, now that you mention it, I have noticed a few incidents, and I’ll definitely keep an eye out in future.

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Dear Ian First it was BMW drivers that didn’t indicate, then it became Audi owners, but I’ve discovered a new set of people that are just as bad, and that’s Qashqai drivers. They rarely indicate, they sit in the middle lane of the motorway lane hogging and don’t obey any of the rules of the road.

Maybe it’s just because there are so many on the roads that I notice them, but watch out for yourself, you’ll soon realise that I’m right.

Dan Richards Woking

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CHANGES ARE GROWING ON ME Dear Diesel Car Team You asked in a previous issue for feedback on the changes being made to the magazine and my first instinct was that there was too much about electric cars, and not enough about diesel. Having seen subsequent issues, I’m pleased to see the pendulum swing the other way and I feel much happier about the changes. Diesel is my first love, but I recognise that in time I’m going to have to go down the electric route. And in fact, my new company car, due in September, will be a mild hybrid BMW 320d, so I am already embracing the technology. Like one of your other readers has already said, I would rather be reading about electric cars in Diesel Car, than have to find another magazine, as I really rate the way that you describe technology in a down to earth, easy to understand way.

Most other magazines either gloss over the detail or patronise by treating readers like idiots. Diesel Car has got a good balance, and is usually ahead of the curve.

Keep up the good work and thanks for keeping me entertained during the various lockdowns. As a restaurant owner, we’ve been closed for most of the time, and so keeping my spirits lifted has been very important to me.

Gerry Kantar Via e-mail

FAVOURITE ROUTES Hello Mr Robertson, Just read Sue Baker's latest "Retrospective" in this month's magazing, in which she said she would love to hear some suggestions from readers about their own favourite routes.

One of mine is in the Lake District, starting and ending in Keswick. You can go either way on this circuit, but my own preference is to start down at Borrowdale with its beautiful views of the mountains and Derwentwater.

Proceed along the valley through the villages of Rosthwaite and Seatholler, engaging "care and attention mode" as you then start up the very steep and winding Honister pass. If you wish, at the top, you can stop off at the Honister slate mine for a guided tour and a look around the shop. Carry on down the pass to Buttermere (my favourite lake) and a welcome lunch at the lovely village of the same name at the end of the lake.

For those wanting to stretch their legs, there is a beautiful walk around the lake and well worth the time.

There is also a great view of Haystacks, one of Alfred Wainwright's favourite mountains.

From Buttermere, take the road towards Keswick, up and over the Newlands pass (not as steep as the Honister) and with its own lovely viewpoint at the top. Carry on down the other side along the Newlands valley passing the Swinside Inn, with its truly cracking views of the surrounding mountains, before heading back to Keswick.

All in all, a cracking day out and breath-taking drive.

Take care of yourselves and thanks for a really enjoyable and unique magazine.

Ian Wright

LONG DISTANCE LOVER Hi Ian One of the good things that came out of the pandemic, is that I met a wonderful man online during lockdown, but he lives 185 miles away from me in the Midlands. I’ve currently got a current-generation Ford Fiesta TDCi 120, but am thinking of changing it for something bigger, that will be a more luxurious travelling companion. I’ve done the journey eight or nine times now and am thinking ahead. Can you suggest some diesel cars to look at? I buy new, usually, and I have a maximum budget of £450 a month. SUVs don’t really do anything for me, so a comfy hatchback, saloon or estate is what I’m looking for.

Thanks in advance Ryan Dickson Horsham Hi Ryan, Firstly, congratulations on the new relationship. Long may it flourish. Should the Diesel Car team start buying hats?

Wow, what a rare car you’ve got there. It’s certainly got plenty of poke, so you can play with the big boys in the outside lane of the M25, M40 or M1. My first suggestion would be to keep it, as the Fiesta delivers a grown-up driving experience and is more than capable of covering a couple of hundred miles in one sitting, with decent comfort levels.

But if you’re intent on changing, why not look at the Fiesta’s big brother, the Mondeo, as it’s still a great long-distance cruiser.

But be quick, as it goes out of production next year. If you’re flirting with the idea of a different marque, I would take a look at the Skoda Superb or Peugeot 508, and a Jaguar XF, at a push. If you want something of a looker, how about a nice diesel Skoda Octavia vRS? That would be my choice if I was in your situation, and I’d add Dynamic chassis control for good measure.

Let me know how you get on.

Ian Ryan replied: Thanks for your suggestions. I think you’re right that I should run the Fiesta for a bit longer, as it’s only two years old, and I’ll look to change it around the three-year mark. In the meantime, I have been trying out some of the cars that you suggested, and I’ve ruled out the Mondeo for being too dated, even though I love the way that it drives. I have narrowed it down to three cars – a Jaguar XF, Skoda Octavia vRS and Skoda Superb SportLine.

Each of them I could visualise on my driveway – I’ll be back in touch when I’m ready to change for more advice on how much I should be paying.

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BUYING, SELLING & MAINTAINING he Buying, maintaining and selling section of the magazine is no doubt one of the most practical areas of the magazine, with our experts delivering sound advice on buying the best cars that you can for the budget that you have available, providing guidance as to the most cost-effective way of servicing and repairing your motor, as well as information on how to maximise the amount of cash that you get for the car that you’re selling. Our team have decades of experience of the new and used car market and it puts a smile on our faces when we can share that knowledge with our readers.

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SECONDHAND SHOOTOUT HYUNDAI i30 vs VOLKSWAGEN GOLF This duo offers all a family will need, with superb road manners, low running costs and a comfortable interior, but beware, as one is pricier than the other.

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It may still be regarded as a relative newcomer, but the i30 hatchback and Tourer was launched in third generation guise in 2017, so its design has been nicely focused. This is not only evidenced in its handsome design, but also its excellent build quality that’s not known for any serious red flags amongst used car buyers. Diesel power comes from a 1.6-litre turbocharged engine, capable of just under 59mpg. The suspension setup is pliant, so you can expect an excellent ride, but at the expense of some of the handling precision found in rivals like the Volkswagen Golf or Ford Focus. The interior is pleasant, if not overly exciting, and the infotainment setup boasts some of the most intuitive menus in the business. Diesel versions start in SE trim, which feature Bluetooth smartphone connectivity, a touchscreen and parking sensors.

Premium and Premium SE versions add a touch of luxury thanks to faux leather upholstery, heated seats, and a panoramic sunroof.

It’s a practical car too, with a touch more luggage room than the VW. Thanks to an unlimited mileage, five-year warranty, all versions of this generation i30 are still covered, as long as the car has been correctly maintained in accordance with the manufacturer’s requirements.

Reliability is top notch, and it can stand up to punishing family life well, so seek out a car with a welldocumented service history. The i30 was popular with car hire fleets and even the Police, so research its background well and avoid any cars that have any signs of neglect.

The Golf needs no introduction, and the facelifted 7.5 cars continued to build on its talents, making it the best Golf – and therefore one of the best family cars – ever sold. It has a conservative design, but one that’s still hugely desirable. The driving position is spot on, and every control on the dashboard is logically placed and easy to use – more so, in fact, than in the Mk8 that replaced it. Only more powerful versions (148bhp and above) get multi-link rear suspension, but you’d hardly know from behind the wheel, as every Golf rides well and offers poised handling when you press on. 1.6-litre TDI versions of the Golf feature 113bhp and can return up to 68.9mpg in its most efficient guise. A wide range of trim levels were offered, including S, SE, Match, GT and R-Line, as well as the choice of three- and five-door hatchbacks and a five-door estate car. Smooth engines and with a genuinely good turn of speed, the most modest diesel Golf feels sprightlier than rivals. SE and Match trims offer great value, with most of the equipment you’ll ever need, while GT adds more goodies and R-Line apes the Golf R hot hatch styling for a more muscular appearance, while still being powered by a more modest powerplant. The Golf came with a shorter three-year warranty, and hasn’t been immune from issues, so check any necessary recalls have been carried out. Timing chains can be a weak spot, so listen for a tell-tale rattle when starting the engine and ensure the service history is complete.

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TOTAL RECALL With modern cars so complex, it is understandable that from time-to-time car makers get things wrong and need to recall cars back to the main dealers to put them right. But far from this being a bad thing, it actually shows that those car manufacturers are committed to ensuring that cars function as they should and are as safe as they can be. In this section, we list the latest recalls that have been announced by the car manufacturers, in association with the DVSA, previously known as VOSA. If your car appears on the list, we recommend that you contact your local main dealer without delay, to arrange for any rectification work to take place, as some will impact on the car’s roadworthiness and safety. More information can be found at: www.dft.gov.uk/vosa/apps/recalls/default.asp MODEL

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Audi A4, A5 and A7

Vehicles may have been fitted with a hinged towing bracket on which the locking mechanism could be faulty

Audi A4, A5, A6, A7, A8, Q5, Q7, The rear axle suspension link nuts do not meet specification Q8, e-tron Some vehicles may be susceptible to damage to the anti-corrosion coating of the lower BMW 3 Series steering shaft BMW 5 Series BMW X5 Citroën C3 Picasso and C4 DS 3 and DS 4

DATE OF RECALL 09/06/2021 25/06/2021 13/07/2021

A microprocessor fault in the airbag control unit can lead to faulty operating conditions

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The brake pedal shaft could become detached from the pedal controls bearing mount

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The operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected due to material detaching from the timing belt The operation of the brake vacuum pump may be affected due to material detaching from the timing belt

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Ford Puma, Focus and Kuga

There may be an issue with the software that controls the eCall system

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Ford Mustang Mach-E

Incorrect location information may be sent from the eCall system

16/06/2021

Hyundai Tucson

The side curtain airbag could potentially be assembled in a twisted situation

12/07/2021

Tesla Model 3

The brake caliper bolts may not be secured to the correct specification

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Tesla Model 3

The seat belt may not be secured sufficiently

26/05/2021

Toyota Auris, Avensis, Corolla and RAV4

There is a possibility that the exhaust gas recirculation cooler could develop an internal coolant leak The inside of the high-pressure fuel pump may be worn or damaged over time during Toyota Auris, C-HR and Corolla operation Due to inappropriate software, the skid control ECU may not complete all its processing Toyota Yaris Hybrid tasks A tow bar with a possibly defective locking mechanism in the swivelling module has Volkswagen Tiguan been fitted Volvo S60, S90, V60, V60 There is a risk that the 15 amp fuse could blow, which will prevent the low pressure fuel Cross Country, V90, V90 Cross pump from operating Country, XC60 and XC90

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BUILD DATES AFFECTED 02/12/2015 to 17/12/2018 07/11/2019 to 18/02/2021 01/08/1990 to 24/08/2000 09/01/2001 to 29/08/2001 11/07/2000 to 08/02/2001 01/07/2014 to 15/03/2017 01/07/2014 to 15/03/2017 15/07/2019 to 12/02/2021 06/10/2020 to 02/06/2021 14/10/2020 to 15/04/2021 16/12/2018 to 22/03/2021 06/06/2018 to 21/03/2020 02/03/2015 to 31/05/2018 04/12/2017 to 10/10/2019 08/07/2020 to 27/04/2021 11/05/2016 to 22/01/2019 19/06/2018 to 11/03/2020

RECALL REFERENCE NUMBER R/2021/204 R/2021/236 R/2021/268 R/2021/228 R/2021/267 R/2021/238 R/2021/238 R/2021/177 R/2021/225 R/2021/220 R/2021/197 R/2021/199 R/2021/104 R/2021/185 R/2021/181 R/2021/203 R/2021/205

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REMEMBER THIS VOLKSWAGEN XL1 The streamlined appearance of the XL1 was critical to Volkswagen achieving its status of being a 1-litre car, or in other words being able to travel 100kms on a single litre of diesel, equivalent to around 280mpg. In actual fact, the car maker surpassed that figure with 313mpg possible on the old combined NEDC fuel economy cycle, with CO2 emissions of just 21g/km. Under the skin was an 800cc turbodiesel engine that developed 47bhp and 89lb ft of torque and mated to a 27bhp electric motor that was capable of 103lb ft of torque. Power was sent to the rear wheels via a seven-speed twin-clutch DSG automatic transmission. Weighing just 795kgs, acceleration to 62mph was achieved in 12.7 seconds, with a top speed of 100mph.

The 10-litre fuel tank resulted in a driving range of 310 miles. With a price tag of £98,515 and only produced in left-hand-drive, there was only ever going to be limited demand, but even so, 25 examples were imported into the UK, out of a total production run of 250. Today, 12 examples are registered at the DVLA as road legal, with a further 11 having a SORN status. Due to their specialist nature, they’re likely to be in private collections and museums and will only be licenced on high days and holidays, and indeed, Volkswagen UK have one highly prized example that rarely sees the light of day.

TOP TIP Car buyers have fallen for the trap that the car industry has set, by promoting cars based on their monthly payment.

Oh, it’s only £xxx per month may sound very attractive, but it is only part of the story. While the monthly payment is of course important, so is the interest rate, the amount you are borrowing, the term of the loan, the deposit you’ll need to leave and if there are any mileage restrictions. If you don’t appraise yourself of these important facts, you’re likely to be in for a shock further down the line, when you realise that you owe much more than you expected. All of these elements are able to be negotiated and you should push for them to go lower and lower, especially when shopping around at other garages. If the salesperson is cagey on any of these facts, walk away, and always make sure that you get any quotation in writing to avoid any misunderstanding in the future.

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NISSAN LEAF (2011-2017) When the Nissan Leaf arrived in the UK a decade ago, it was designed and engineered to be the world’s first mass market electric car. Indeed, the intention was that you could drive your Focus or Golf down to the local Nissan showroom, trade it in for a Leaf and never look back. Just so long as you weren’t a travelling salesperson, as the charging infrastructure was virtually non-existent back in 2011.

Before the Leaf arrived, battery electric cars (BEVs) were compromised and rather odd. Handy for someone living in the middle of a congested city, perhaps, but hardly even qualifying as a second car for anyone further afield. The G-Wiz, for instance, was classed as a quadricycle, had well under 20bhp, and was powered by rudimentary lead-acid batteries. While far more advanced, the Mitsubishi i-MiEV’s narrow shape meant it only had two rear seats and a small 227-litre boot.

The Leaf had far fewer of these points against it. Its interior was modern, spacious and comfortable, and it even had a decent amount of luggage space. Not only that, but after a playful jingle to indicate the car was ready to go – handy when there’s no rumble of an engine firing up – it pulled away so smoothly and quietly you could mistake it for a Rolls-Royce.

Of course, being a first-generation BEV, the Leaf wasn’t perfect, and perhaps more than any other EV, early models can be held responsible for the term ‘range anxiety’. With its 24kWh battery, you could only expect to cover around 70 miles from a charge (its official range was 109 miles), but this diminished quite alarmingly on a cold day. Unlike the latest BEVs being launched today, this meant longer trips were a real challenge and stricken Leafs recovered on flat-bed trucks weren’t uncommon.

Yet the Leaf is still a hero. For a start, it not only proved that battery electric vehicles could compete with a traditional hatchback, but the Nissan also showed that reliability concerns were largely unfounded, particularly when it came to the battery.

While many had feared it would need to be replaced after a few years like a phone or laptop battery, there are examples still driving around today with more than 200,000 miles on the clock.

The Leaf also acted as a superb real-world testbed, showing Nissan (and other manufacturers) how owners used their electric cars, and how to make BEVs better in future. The Leaf was a trailblazer and we reckon it’s most definitely a hero rather than a zero.

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NEW vs USED It’s often difficult to work out which is the best route to buying a new car. Should you buy a brand-new vehicle fresh off the forecourt of a main dealer or via a broker? Or perhaps you’re tempted by savings off of a pre-registered example, where you’ve heard that you can save thousands of pounds off the list price. Well worry no more, as we examine a selection of the best-selling cars in the UK last year, examining how much the full list price is and what kind of discount you can expect. Our researchers have also examined the price of a pre-registered example, as well as one that is a year old. This will give you the full picture of the new, nearly new and second hand market, all in one easy to understand, and evolving table.

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NEW PRICE

BEST DISCOUNTED PRICE

£24,375

£18,433 Saving £5,942 Discount 24% www.uk-car-discount.co.uk

£26,985

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1 Ford Focus ST-Line Edition 1.5 EcoBlue

2 Kia Sportage 2 1.6 CRDi 48V 2WD Automatic

3 Land Rover Discovery Sport D200 AWD Urban Edition Automatic

£44,545

£39,495 Saving £5,050 Discount 11%

£35,495 Saving £9,050 Discount 20%

£30,070

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£25,990 Saving £4,080 Discount 13%

£21,995 Saving £8,075 Discount 26%

£25,690

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£21,460 Saving £4,230 Discount 16%

£18,700 Saving £6,990 Discount 27%

£42,135

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£38,000 Saving £4,135 Discount 9%

£31,470 Saving £10,665 Discount 25%

£74,395

£65,951 Saving £8,444 Discount 11% www.coast2coastcars.co.uk

£65,599 Saving £8,796 Discount 11%

£55,800 Saving £18,595 Discount 24%

PLUG-IN HYBRID BMW 330e M Sport Automatic

ELECTRIC Jaguar I-Pace EV400 AWD HSE Automatic

the price has stayed the same

the price has gone up

£20,950 Saving £6,035 Discount 22%

£40,398 Saving £4,147 Discount 9% www.uk-car-discount.co.uk

HYBRID Toyota Corolla Icon Tech 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid Automatic

None found

£17,250 Saving £7,125 Discount 29%

None found

5 Volkswagen Golf R-Line 2.0 TDI DSG Automatic

None found

BEST 2020/70 1-YEAR OLD PRICE

£39,795 Saving £1,150 Discount 2%

4 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class GLC 220 d 4Matic AMG Line Automatic

BEST 2021/70 PRE-REGISTERED PRICE

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FACTS & FIGURES Bodystyle | 5-door hatchback and 5-door estate, 5-seats Size – hatchback (length/width with mirrors) | 4,362/2,010mm Size – estate: (length/width with mirrors) | 4,563/2,010mm Boot space – hatchback: (min/max) | 316/1,215 litres Boot space – estate: (min/max) | 476/1,502 litres Generation | 3 (Facelift) Codename | C346 Made in | Saarlouis, Germany Platform name | C1 Related models | Ford C-MAX, Kuga and Tourneo Connect, Mazda3 and 5, Volvo V40 Euro NCAP test rating |

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FORD FOCUS ST TDCi 2015 TO 2018 FROM £8,900

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hen the facelifted versions of the Focus were revealed at the March 2014 Geneva motor show, it was hinted at by Ford management that the company would be going Golf GTD hunting, with a highpowered diesel engine challenger.

And those were not empty boasts, as in October, at the Paris motor show, Ford took the wraps off its brand-new Focus ST, and alongside the 248bhp 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine was a diesel compatriot, looking exactly the same.

Now there was an alternative for high mileage drivers that place enjoyment as highly as fuel economy.

Available in both hatchback and estate bodystyles, the Focus ST diesel, or unfortunately named STD, was born, featuring a 182bhp 2.0-litre TDCi engine.

And note that power output, as it was a crucial 1bhp more than the Golf GTD, A3, Leon FR and Octavia vRS could muster.

Ford had declared war on its rivals and the ST really looked the part, especially in lairy Tangerine Scream paintwork, even if

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it cost £745 to £795, depending on year, as an optional extra. More sober colours included red, grey or white, or metallic blue, black or silver were available, too.

The Focus ST package followed a familiar path to other dynamic rivals, including a sports bodykit, 18-inch alloy wheels, rear spoiler, lowered sports suspension and front fog lights. Inside there were Recaro sports seats, in cloth, part leather and full leather, depending on specification, together with an ST-branded leather steering wheel and sports gear knob.

The first examples of the Focus ST raced into Ford showrooms in February 2015 in ST-1, ST-2 and ST-3 versions, each offered in both hatchback and estate bodystyles. At the time of the Focus’ launch, Ford engineers indicated that they were working on a PowerShift automatic variant, and this came to fruition when it was officially announced in November 2015, with first deliveries from January 2016. The six-speed twinclutch automatic transmission added to

the versatility of the ST range, and came with cruise control and a speed limiter as standard. Waning demand meant that the ST-1 models were discontinued in February 2017 and in July 2018, the fourth generation Focus went on sale in the UK, with a more powerful 188bhp 2.0litre EcoBlue Focus ST on offer.

What equipment do you get?

Focus ST buyers have three versions to choose from – ST-1, ST-2 and ST-3.

Standard equipment includes 18-inch alloy wheels, rear spoiler, Recaro front sports seats, ST bodystyling, air

SPOTTERS GUIDE ST-1 and ST-2 models feature silver alloy wheels, while ST-3 versions have a smoked ‘Rock’ finish to them. Silver 19-inch alloy wheels were an option from launch, with black wheels offered optionally from September 2015.

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MODEL HISTORY October 2014

Focus ST revealed at the Paris motor show

February 2015

First examples arrive in UK Ford showrooms

November 2015

PowerShift transmission announced

January 2016

Six-speed twin-clutch ‘Powershift’ automatic models arrive at dealers

February 2017

ST-1 models discontinued

July 2018

New fourth-generation Focus goes on sale

SPEC ADVICE We would choose ST-2 or ST-3 versions in preference to the more basic ST-1 editions.

A heated front windscreen is brilliant in wintry conditions, while the dual-zone climate control, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, automatic headlights and rain sensor are all extra kit that is nice to have on ST-2 versions. Even nicer are electric and heated front seats, cruise control and rear parking sensors, as well as keyless entry and start.

conditioning, DAB radio with 4.2-inch display, Bluetooth connectivity, keyless start, ST door scuff plates, ST leather steering wheel and gear knob, Thatcham category one alarm system, auxiliary dials and sports suspension. ST-2 versions add Recaro front sports seats with part leather trim, LED daytime running lights, automatic headlights, a rain sensor, heated front windscreen, auto-dimming rear-view mirror and dual-zone climate control. The ST-3 editions add adaptive bi-Xenon headlights with washers, electric and heated leather Recaro front seats, power folding door mirrors, cruise control with speed limiter, 18-inch alloy wheels with metallic grey finish, red brake calipers, illuminated ST door scuff plates, rear privacy glass, rear parking sensors and keyless entry. Key optional extras on ST-2 and ST-3 models included 19-inch alloy wheels, a navigation system, door edge protectors, electric tilt and slide sunroof, heated steering wheel, reversing camera, autonomous emergency braking and blind spot warning.

“The first examples of the Focus ST raced into Ford showrooms in February 2015…”

January 2016 marked the arrival of PowerShift automatic versions in ST-2 and ST-3 specifications, with cruise control and speed limiter included as standard. Then in September 2016, the larger 8-inch infotainment screen became standard on the ST-2 and from February 2017, a navigation system was added to all ST-2 and ST-3 models.

What’s it like?

The Focus ST has been voted our favourite hot hatch for many years.

Fire up the engine and there’s lively performance off the line, with smooth passage aided by the silky nature of the six-speed manual or PowerShift automatic gearbox. Chuck the ST into

a series of bends and it begs for more, with tight body control, flat handling, and no lean through the corners. Handling really is involving, with awesome grip and agile, precise, and direct steering keeping the driver fully abreast of what the front wheels are up to. The combination of the larger, optional 19-inch wheels and the sports suspension has resulted in a setup that is too firm to be comfortable, and never truly settles down. Our experience of the ST tells us that if you prefer a more comfortable ride, you would be better sticking to the smaller 18-inch alloys that come as standard, which delivers a more pliant and cushioned feel.

Despite the fourth generation Focus being on sale, the cabin of the previous

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FACTS & FIGURES Powerplant Transmission

2.0 TDCi

2.0 TDCi PowerShift Automatic

1997cc, 4-cylinder, 16-valve, turbo diesel

1997cc, 4-cylinder, 16-valve, turbo diesel

6-speed manual

6-speed twin-clutch automatic

Front-wheel-drive

Front-wheel-drive

Stop-start

Yes

Yes

Selective Catalytic Reduction

No

No

Euro-6

Euro-6

Layout

Emissions standards Max power

182bhp @ 3,500rpm

182bhp @ 3,500rpm

Max torque

295lb ft @ 2,000-2,750rpm

295lb ft @ 2,000-2,750rpm

135mph

135mph

Top speed 0-62mph CO2 emission

To August 2018

8.1secs

7.7secs

110g/km

119g/km

56.5/74.3/67.3mpg

53.3/67.3/61.4mpg

Official economy (Combined WLTP) From August 2018

Fuel tank size

60 litres

60 litres

Kerb weight

1,463/1,487kg

1,490/1,505kg

0kg

0kg

24 24 26

24 26

Max towing weight Insurance group ST-1 ST-2 ST-3

Focus remains modern, with easy to fathom controls and a neat pod with extra gauges for this sporty edition.

Most of the plastics are of a soft-touch variety, with only the textures lower down becoming harder. The perfectly positioned eight-inch touchscreen features Ford’s SYNC2 or 3 software, which is a model of simplicity and ease of use, with crystal clear graphics and fonts.

Apple CarPlay and Android Auto was a welcome addition to the specification list from September 2016 on ST-2 and ST-3 models, for better smartphone integration. The heavily bolstered Recarobranded seats are hugely supportive, but are also quite bulky and appear to eat into the rear legroom, which is already at a premium compared to some of the car’s rivals. Headroom is plentiful, however, both front and back. Check out the raw statistics for luggage capacity and the Focus hatchback lags behind rivals like the Golf and the Astra at 316 litres, however, the available space is wide and deep and should still be sufficient for most families. Extra room can always be liberated by tumbling down the rear seats, which opens up to 1,215 litres. The estate cars offer more generous statistics with 476 litres on offer, opening up to a generous 1,502 litres of cargo carrying capacity. Storage space around the cabin is much more impressive, with a handy tray in front of the gear lever, a decently proportioned glovebox and armrest, as well as large door pockets that have space to accommodate water bottles.

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What are the running costs?

Hatchback and estate cars registered up until April 2017 will cost just £20 in vehicle excise duty in the case of the manual gearbox cars and £30 for the PowerShift automatic. Choose a car registered after that date and it jumps up to £155, no matter which transmission or bodystyle you choose. This is due to the government reforming the way that car tax is calculated, or vehicle excise duty to give its proper title.

Performance and fuel economy figures were the same for both hatchback and estate bodystyles and while the official figures state 67.3mpg for the manual and

BACK ISSUES The Focus ST-2 Manual was tested in issue 339 (August 2015), with the ST-3 PowerShift Automatic driven in the July 2017 issue (364).

See page 104 to find out how to order back issues of Diesel Car & Eco Car magazine.

61.4mpg for the PowerShift automatic, in reality you’re more likely to see 45 and 42mpg, respectively, day-to-day, and more if you’re particularly light on the pedals. All Focus ST TDCi models comply with the latest Euro-6 emissions, so you won’t have any trouble with Ultra Low Emissions Zones.

Insurance is pretty low for a performance diesel, with ST-1 and ST-2 models falling into group 24 and better equipped ST-3 models in group 26.

The six-speed manual gearbox came as standard on all three derivatives, with the PowerShift automatic gearbox offered on ST-2 and ST-3 models only. With the double exhaust pipe located in the centre of the rear bumper, it isn’t possible to fit a towbar, and so you’ll need to choose a different model if you plan on towing a trailer or caravan.

All Focus ST models came with a three year or 60,000 mile warranty, so all cars will now be outside of that period.

Servicing is required every 12,500 miles, or every year, and it’s worthwhile seeking out a garage that specialises in Ford cars to bring your maintenance bills down. Don’t rule out the Ford dealer network, though, as special offers often bring the costs down to a similar level to

BUYING, SELLING & MAINTAINING specialists. You’ll also have the benefit of Ford trained technicians and access to the latest software releases. Bear in mind that the Ford 2.0-litre diesel engine has been used in a wide range of different vehicles, including Citroën, Peugeot and Vauxhall, thanks to an engine partnership with the old PSA Group and Ford.

The Doctor says…

A Range Rover Evoque Convertible one month, followed by a Ford Focus ST the next. Anyone would think that our editor has had enough of lockdown and is trying to channel some youthful spirit. It was only a matter of time before he selected a fast Ford – his inner ‘Essex Boy’ must have been shouting something in his ear.

A Tangerine Scream, perhaps?

Speaking of Tangerine Scream, I was surprised to find few Focus ST diesels for sale in this very orange colour scheme.

Where’s your sense of adventure, diesel hot hatch buyers? If you’ve got it, flaunt it. Maybe it has something to do with the fact that it was a £745 to £795 (depending on year) option when the car was new. Race Red and Stealth were the no cost options, but it’s worth noting that Stealth was limited to the flagship ST-3. That’s one way of telling the world you’ve bought the best model. Well, that’s if anyone cares. I suspect there will be limited interest beyond the realms of

APPROVED USED A Ford Approved used car only features the remainder of the manufacturer’s warranty, together with roadside assistance for 12 months. The car receives a multipoint inspection to ensure it meets the Ford Approved criteria. There’s a 30-day exchange plan if you change your mind and 3-day driveaway insurance. Every car is verified on the national mileage register and checked for outstanding finance and to make sure it hasn’t been stolen.

RECALLS DATE OF RECALL

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RECALL REASON

RESOLUTION

AFFECTED BUILD DATES / CHASSIS NUMBERS

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R/2017/241

The side airbag may fail to deploy in a collision

Check and replace the airbags if necessary

18/07/2016 to 27/12/2016 Refer to dealer

Check the child locks for correct activation and replace as necessary

16/04/2018 to 02/08/2018 Refer to dealer

Check the torque of the bolt, if it fails the test, replace the brake pedal box

19/10/2018 to 08/12/2018 WF0NXXGCHNJA05143 to WF0NXXGCHNJB57000

An incorrectly assembled rear door latch spring may November 2018 R/2018/261 cause the manual child lock to not function correctly

December 2018 R/2018/375

A brake pedal hinge bolt does not meet specification

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SPOTTED ON SALE

FRANCHISED FORD DEALER Model ST-2 2.0 TDCi PowerShift Automatic Year/plate 2017/17 Mileage 23,954 miles Price £17,090

TUNING Reputable companies like Celtic Tuning and Avon Tuning offer a range of tuning options, suited to both extra muscle and fuel efficiency gains. Power and torque increases aren’t the whole story though, and so you should always discuss your requirements directly with your chosen tuning company, whether it be extra performance, improved fuel economy or additional pulling power. Please be aware that any increase may mean that you put extra pressure on the gearbox and clutch, not to mention the braking system, and so you should consider uprating these areas, too. But more importantly, any kind of modification needs to be revealed to your insurance company. See our Trusted Tuners section for details of companies that our team have experience of and are recommended.

2.0 TDCi

Power from

Power up to

Torque from

Torque up to

182bhp

211bhp

295lb ft

363lb ft

USED CAR SUPERMARKET Model ST-3 2.0 TDCi Year/plate 2016/66 Mileage 37,795 miles Price £15,099

USED CAR SPECIALIST Model ST-3 2.0 TDCi Estate Year/plate 2016/66 Mileage 81,000 miles Price £13,495

“My days of misadventure are behind me, but the idea of an in-yer-face diesel hot hatchback with the styling of the petrol model always appealed to me.”

FRANCHISED ALFA ROMEO DEALER Model ST-3 2.0 TDCi Year/plate 2015/65 Mileage 52,835 miles Price £13,475

USED CAR SPECIALIST Model: ST-2 2.0TDCi Year/plate 2015/15 Mileage 48,105 miles Price £11,850

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Focus ST enthusiasts.

It’s a good car, this. My days of misadventure are behind me, but the idea of an in-yer-face diesel hot hatchback with the styling of the petrol model always appealed to me. I’d take mine in estate form, thank you, as the improved practicality would make it easier to justify to the better half. What I like best about the Focus ST diesel is that it’s as much fun to drive as the petrol version. A raw, uncompromising hot hatch, with no sense that it’s the softer alternative to the petrol ST. This means it can be quite difficult

to live with, but a hot hatch should be about driver enjoyment. In some ways, it’s superior to the petrol version, as Ford tweaked the software to deliver less torque steer. It even sounds as good as the petrol ST, with Ford masking the diesel clatter with a sound symposer.

Maybe my days of misadventure aren’t behind me after all; I’m talking myself into getting a Focus ST diesel.

One of the reasons somebody might have chosen a diesel over a petrol is fuel economy. While you shouldn’t expect to achieve the official 67.3mpg, a figure of

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around 45mpg is realistic. This is more palatable than the 25 or so you’re likely to see from the 2.0-litre petrol EcoBoost version. Problems tend to be unique to certain cars rather than affecting the entire range, so buy on condition and history. Many owners choose to fit Michelin Pilot Sport 3s as an upgrade on the original Goodyear Eagle F1s, and watch for scuffs on the 18-inch alloy wheels. The usual warnings about

the diesel particulate filter apply – a higher mileage Focus ST diesel could be preferable to one that has seen little use.

Watch out for sub-par leather steering wheels that are in a tatty condition, and check where the bumpers meet the bodywork for signs that the paint is rubbing off – it won’t necessarily be covered under warranty, but you may be able to get it rectified as part of the deal that you’re negotiating.

USEFUL CONTACTS Ford UK www.ford.co.uk UKCRC1@ford.com 0203 564 4444 www.facebook.com/forduk www.instagram.com/forduk @forduk www.youtube.com/forduktv

CLUBS AND INTERNET FORUMS Ford Focus Owners Club

ALSO CONSIDER

www.ffoc.co.uk

Ford Focus ST Owners Club www.focusstoc.com

Ford Owners Club www.fordownersclub.com

Passion Ford www.passionford.com

ST Drivers www.stdrivers.co.uk

FACEBOOK GROUPS Peugeot 308 GT BlueHDi 180

SEAT Leon FR 2.0 TDI

Featuring the same engine as the Focus ST, albeit in mildly detuned guise, the 308 GT is a good-looking alternative for those that don’t want to show off quite so much. Like the Focus, it is sold both as a five-door hatchback and estate.

Sharing underpinnings with the Golf GTD, but in a more affordable package, the Leon FR stands up to scrutiny well. Threeand five-door hatchbacks and estates are offered, while 181bhp 2.0-litre TDI editions are rapid.

Diesel ST Owners www.facebook.com/groups/ dieselstowners/ Ford Focus ST Owners UK www.facebook.com/groups/ fordfocusstownersuk/

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TUNING AND MODIFYING

So you've bought a mint-condition first-generation Audi Q5 3.0 TDI quattro, but how do you make it even better than the manufacturer intended? lassy, understated and quick, Audi’s popular Q5 3.0 TDI quattro (the so-called 8R model) was sold between 2008 and 2017. It’s pretty frugal for a fast SUV that can sprint to 62mph in just 6.2 seconds and top out at 143mph in its most powerful guise, while the official combined consumption figure is up to 46.5mpg.

Launch models came with a 237bhp 2967cc V6 turbodiesel engine that produced 369lb ft of torque from just 1,500rpm.

Facelifted 2012 versions claimed 242bhp and 428lb ft, whilst the final 2013 to 2016 models had 254bhp. All Q5 3.0 TDI quattro models came with Audi’s seven-speed S-tronic twin-clutch automatic transmission.

But that doesn’t mean you can’t make your Q5 even better, with the 3.0 TDI engine ripe for tuning, and the chassis benefiting significantly from some suspension enhancements. The seven-speed S-tronic transmission can be tamed, too, and if you combine all these you could propel your Q5’s performance into SQ5 territory.

Prices for the earliest examples start at just £6,200, with facelifted cars from £11,600, and most versions pack a comprehensive specification. All facelifted 2012-on Q5s also

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General tips Stick to Q5s with a full-service history (with at least three years Audi dealer stamps) and no issues with the engine, S-tronic transmission, water pump, diesel particulate filter or exhaust gas recirculation valve, suspension bushes and springs, injectors, wheel bearings, or any signs of off-road damage.

S line sports seats are close to an essential option if you intend to increase your Q5’s performance – you’ll slide around too much in the standard chairs, so make sure the Q5 you buy has them fitted.

Engine Paul Farenden at Revotechnik (www. onlyrevo.com) recommends a simple remap which could elevate your Q5’s power output to around 290bhp and up to 480lb ft of torque. Some customers also opt for a freeflowing performance air filter, too. But if you’re looking to go any higher, then you would need some kind of turbocharger upgrade. Danny at Darkside Developments

(www.darksidedevelopments.co.uk) recommends a similar approach with a custom tune. DTUK (www.dieselperformance.co.uk) offers a tuning box option instead, with pretty similar results.

Transmission The seven-speed S-tronic transmission needs servicing every 60,000 to 80,000 miles (before the official 100k-mile mark) and gearbox tuning is possible, allowing a higher torque limit and faster, more performanceoriented gear shifts. ML Performance, Celtic Tuning and Darkside Developments are all experienced at this, and it’ll set you back in the region of £350 to £700, depending on your requirements. We’d recommend changing the rear differential oil every 60,000 miles, too.

Suspension The Q5 is fairly tall and quite nose heavy, so if you’re planning on increasing power, then enhancing the suspension is a must.

Lowering springs from Eibach and H&R are popular (starting at around £350), along with some uprated anti-roll bars and Ultra Racing front upper and lower strut braces. If funds

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MY TUNING STORY “I’ve had my Q5 for a few years and it’s highly capable, but I wanted to make it a bit more fun to drive, so I’ve lowered it with Eibach springs, uprated the ARBs, fitted an Ultra Racing front strut brace and bought some 21-inch SQ5 alloys. I’m planning to get an ECU remap next, plus a big brake upgrade either from Brembo or Alcon.”

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allow, we’d go for a new coilover suspension kit from Bilstein, whilst fitting some new Powerflex bushes also helps. Tweak the factory suspension settings to allow a little more toe out and a bit of negative camber, as this improves the cornering ability.

Brakes As a heavy vehicle offering hot hatch levels of performance, a brake upgrade is a wise choice. Revotechnik offers a bolt-on kit that upgrades the stock rotors to a 380mm floating setup, with a cast Alcon monoblock caliper. And there are other big brake upgrades available too from Brembo, EBC and AP Racing.

Wheels and bodywork Wheel upgrades are a popular choice with

Q5 owners, often fitting 21-inch SQ5 alloys or even 22-inchers from Vossen, GMP and Velare. Just make sure the wheels you choose don’t add too much unsprung weight and compromise the handling. Some owners replace the internal and external bulb lights for LEDs, for a brighter more modern look, whilst a few have even gone for a full vinyl wrap.

Interior Q5 owners tend to be quite conservative and keep their car’s interior fairly standard, although quite a few have used Carista or VCDS to access the car’s OBD2 (On Board Diagnostics) port to alter things like the stop/ start function, lights, warnings and a variety of other functions. You can change a lot of the standard settings this way.

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TRUSTED TUNING SPECIALISTS 1 Celtic Tuning Unit 3a Quintdown Business Park, West Road, Newquay, Cornwall TR8 4DS Tel: 0333 600 0669 E-mail: enquiries@celtictuning.co.uk Website: www.celtictuning.co.uk 2 Avon Tuning Unit 6, The Elms Farm, Hardy Lane, Tockington, Bristol, BS32 4LJ Tel: 01454 800117 E-mail: info@avontuning.co.uk Website: www.avontuning.co.uk 3 Darkside Developments Unit 1, Carbon Court, Springvale Road, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S72 7FF Tel: 01226 827999 E-mail: sales@darksidedevelopments.co.uk Website: www.darksidedevelopments.co.uk 4 Evolution Chips Unit 3F Moorfields, Kincraig Road, Bispham, Blackpool, Lancashire FY2 0JY Tel: 01253 508400 E-mail: sales@evolutionchips.com Website: www.evolutionchips.co.uk 5 Motor Mods Stoke Road, Tredington, Near Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 7BZ Tel: 01242 679222 E-mail: sales@motormods.co.uk Website: www.motormods.co.uk

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Top tips on choosing a reputable tuner Choosing the right tuning company to work on your car is an important decision and isn’t like going out to buy new tyres or a battery – you don’t simply go to the nearest outlet. For a start, you’ll want to know that any modifications are going to be fitted by well-trained staff, minimising the chance of damage or reduced reliability. So how do you go about finding a reputable tuner that will live up to your expectations?

Firstly, check the recommended tuners in this very magazine, and then search online forums for your particular make and model of car, where well-known companies will pop-up frequently in discussion threads, and may even sponsor the forum, offer discounts and advertise their services.

Have a browse around and you’ll soon be able to build a picture of how happy – or disgruntled – customers have been with the service and products a tuner has supplied them with. If you spot another club member who already has a car with the modification you’re considering, send them a direct message asking them how their experience has been.

Next, take a look at the tuner themselves. Do they have up-to-date facilities? You’ll also need to consider where they’re located, because while it could be worth travelling to a renowned tuner, it’s a lot of hassle if you need to go back.

You should also check if the work is guaranteed, and if you’re increasing engine power, it’s also worthwhile finding out if the car will be tuned using a rolling road, with a print-out you can take away to show the before and after results. Chat to the staff and get a feel for how they operate, and only then you’ll know whether you’ve selected the right company for you.

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ew car registrations were up 28% compared to a year ago, the month that car dealerships finally began to open after the first lockdown. The rise in sales, however, is artificial though, as if you take the average of the decade, new car registrations were actually down by 16.4%.

But it isn’t just the pandemic that is taking its toll on the new car market, the shortage of semi-conductor chips is also hitting the supply, though its difficult to quantify exactly how many units this affects.

By combining sales of plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles together, they took a 17.2% share of the new car market, though plug-in hybrids are growing at a higher rate than pure EVs, and this is being attributed to the decrease in subsidy that was implemented in March. The Tesla Model 3 was the bestselling new car in June, with the Vauxhall Corsa the biggest selling car year-to-date. BMW’s X3 grabbed the top spot in the diesel segment, though Ford’s Kuga retains the number one place for the year-todate figures. The Tesla Model 3 is the biggest selling electric car in June, with the Toyota Yaris grabbing the accolade for top-selling self-charging hybrid, while the BMW 3 Series was the top performing plug-in hybrid. And these three models also sit at the top of the yearto-date tally, too.

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NEW CAR REGISTRATIONS BREAKDOWN ● Diesel ● Electric ● Hybrid ● Mild Hybrid - Diesel ● Mild Hybrid - Petrol ● Petrol ● Plug-in Hybrid Total registrations

NEW CAR REGISTRATIONS BREAKDOWN ● Diesel ● Electric ● Hybrid ● Mild Hybrid - Diesel ● Mild Hybrid - Petrol ● Petrol ● Plug-in Hybrid Total registrations

TOP SELLING GROUPS BREAKDOWN 1 ● Volkswagen Group 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

● Stellantis ● BMW Group ● Hyundai Motor Group ● Ford Motor Company ● Toyota Motor Corporation ● Daimler ● Jaguar Land Rover ● Nissan Motor Company ● Geely Auto Group

TOP SELLING GROUPS BREAKDOWN 1 ● Volkswagen Group 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10

● Stellantis ● BMW Group ● Hyundai Motor Group ● Ford Motor Company ● Daimler ● Toyota Motor Corporation ● Jaguar Land Rover ● Nissan Motor Company ● Geely Auto Group

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REGISTRATIONS MARKET SHARE 820 31,342 13,594 67,842 34,748 45,277 13,603 27,143 16,894 85,409 5,836 32,906 53,443 36,216 65,324

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FORD The flagship model in the Mustang Mach-E range has been announced by Ford, with the GT model set to cost £67,225 when it arrives later this year. With acceleration to 62mph in just 4.4 seconds, it has a top speed of 124mph. The zero-emissions pure electric vehicle packs 480bhp and 634lb ft of torque and manages to travel up to 310 miles on a single charge. Additional equipment, over and above the AWD Extended Range model, includes 20-inch alloy wheels, 19-inch Brembo brakes with red calipers, unique GT bumpers and front grille, GT performance seats, magneride suspension and GT scuff plates. The GT is available in three colours – Dark Matter Grey, Grabber Blue and Cyber Orange – and for simplicity, there are no optional extras on offer.

DS AUTOMOBILES The DS 7 Crossback line-up has been revised, with the Prestige and Ultra Prestige models axed in favour of Rivoli and Opera. At the same time, new plug-in hybrid variants have been launched with 221bhp on tap and two-wheel-drive.

Performance Line and Performance Line Plus models make up the rest of the range. Prices for the diesel models start at £34,320, while the new E-Tense 225 plug-in hybrid editions begin at £41,550. At the top-of-the-range are the E-Tense 4x4 300 iterations from £49,650. The new Rivoli models are offered with diesel automatic and the pair of plug-in hybrid variants, as well as a selection of petrol-powered editions.

Standard equipment includes leather upholstery, 19-inch alloy wheels, a B.R.M R180 timepiece, 12.3-inch digital instruments, a 12-inch touchscreen, navigation system, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, active scan suspension, keyless entry and start, electric tailgate and power folding door mirrors. In addition, there’s dual-zone climate control, electric, heated and massaging front seats, LED headlights, a heated front windscreen, front and rear parking sensors and reversing camera. Safety equipment includes autonomous emergency braking, blind spot detection, driver drowsiness detection and lane assist. Move up to Opera specification and there’s the addition of Nappa leather upholstery, 20-inch alloy wheels, crystal controls, ventilated front seats, rear privacy glass, adaptive cruise control with stop and go and lane positioning assist. The new DS 7 Crossback range is available to order now from dealerships.

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KIA A new special edition version of the Niro self-charging hybrid and plug-in hybrid has been announced by Kia. Nestling in between the 2 and 3 trim levels, the Niro Connect is priced at £25,995 for the hybrid and £31,355 for the plugin hybrid. Three metallic colours are offered, all at no extra cost, including red, blue and grey. With equipment based on the 2 model, there’s the addition of a 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation system, UVO Connect, cloth and leather upholstery, chrome interior and exterior door handles, and high gloss appliqués for the dashboard.

Standard equipment already includes 16-inch alloy wheels, rear privacy glass, roof rails, automatic headlights, rain sensor, power folding door mirrors, dual-zone climate control, adaptive cruise control with stop and go, an auto-dimming rear-view mirror, DAB radio, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and Bluetooth connectivity, reversing camera, rear parking sensors (front also on the PHEV) and safety equipment that includes autonomous emergency braking, lane keep and follow assist and hill start control. The new special edition Niro Connect models are available to order now from Kia dealers.

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SKODA The Octavia line-up continues to expand, this time with the launch of a new 4x4 estate derivative. Based around SE L specification and fitted with a 148bhp 2.0-litre TDI engine with seven-speed twin-clutch DSG automatic transmission, the newcomer is priced at £31,520, which is a £1,515 price premium compared to the similarly powered front-wheel drive edition. Available exclusively as an estate, with no comparable hatchback edition offered, CO2 emissions increase to 135g/km, while fuel economy falls to 51.4 to 54.3mpg. The newcomer has a top sped of 135mph and can accelerate to 62mph in 8.5 seconds. The 4x4 gubbins weigh an extra 110kg, but this also allows a more generous braked towing capacity of 2,000kg, though maximum noseweight remains the same at 80kg. Standard equipment includes 17-inch alloy wheels, a digital virtual cockpit, adaptive cruise control, rear privacy glass, keyless entry and start, a drive mode selector, power folding door mirrors, heated front seats, a navigation system with 10-inch touchscreen and front and rear parking sensors with manoeuvre assist.

The new Octavia 4x4 model is available to order now.

VAUXHALL The Corsa range has been revised for the summer, with the highlight a new Corsa-e Griffin that starts at a price that is £750 lower than the previous cheapest electric model, the SE Nav Premium. At the same time, SE Premium, Griffin Edition and Elite models have been discontinued, with the Griffin Edition replaced by a model simply called Griffin, while Elite Edition versions takes the place of the Elite. Priced at £1,265 less than the Griffin Edition, the new Corsa Griffin loses the rear parking sensors, power folding door mirrors, LED front fog lights, digital instrument cluster and front centre armrest with storage, but gains 17-inch gloss black alloy wheels. The new Elite Edition models cost £300 more than before, but features driver drowsiness detection, forward collision alert and 17-inch diamond-cut gloss black five-twinspoke alloy wheels in place of the previous 16-inch items. The Corsa diesel range starts at £19,005 for the SE, rising to £19,255 for the Griffin, £21,355 for the SRi and £22,320 for the SRi Premium. The new Elite Edition diesel is priced at £20,920, with the Elite Nav Premium priced at £23,140. The full range of Corsa models available are listed in the data files.

VAUXHALL Prices have been confirmed for the revised Grandland models, that are available to order now, with the first deliveries to customers expected in the autumn. The new model drops the ‘X’ of its predecessor, as well as adopting a brand-new interior and Vauxhall’s bolder exterior design language that was kicked off with the new Mokka. The distinctive Vizor front end links the revised car to the all-new Astra, too. New features include night vision technology, a first for Vauxhall, as well as adaptive Intellilux LED pixel headlights with 84 LEDs per headlight. The line-up has been revised and now encompasses SE, SRi, Elite and Ultimate trim levels, with diesel prices starting at £27,160 for the 129bhp 1.5 Turbo D with eight-speed automatic transmission. The cheapest plug-in hybrid now costs £34,365 and features a 221bhp powertrain that combines a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine with electric motor and eight-speed automatic transmission. Gone are the four-wheel-drive PHEV models, as well as diesel versions with a manual gearbox. Standard equipment on SE models includes 17-inch alloy wheels, DAB radio, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, Bluetooth connectivity, a seven-inch digital instrument cluster, dual-zone climate control, automatic headlights, rain sensor, cruise control, LED headlights, power folding door mirrors and front and rear parking sensors. There’s also driver drowsiness detection, speed sign recognition, autonomous emergency braking, hill start assist and lane departure warning and lane keep assist. SRi models add a 10-inch colour touchscreen, navigation system, 12-inch digital instruments, 18-inch gloss black alloy wheels, rear privacy glass, a black roof, 180-degree reversing camera and auto-dimming rear-view mirror. Elite trim builds on SE specification with 19-inch alloy wheels, an electric rear tailgate with gesture control, 10-inch colour touchscreen, 12-inch digital instruments, wireless smartphone charger, heated front windscreen and steering wheel, adaptive intellilux LED pixel headlights, rear privacy glass, blind spot alert, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, 180-degree reversing camera and advanced park assist.

At the top-of-the-range, the Ultimate adds Alcantara interior trim, a 360-degree camera, lane positioning assistant and gloss black badges.

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GOING, GOING, GONE Every month, car makers quietly drop versions from their model ranges, for a variety of reasons. And so that these obsolete models don’t find their way onto your driveway without you knowing, here’s a rundown of those cars that have been discontinued this month. Showroom staff will be keen to shift stocks of these cars, usually with a hefty incentive from the car maker, and so there are times when these cars make sense and super value for money. Armed with the information on these pages, you’ll be able to negotiate with the dealer and get a significant discount off of the list price.

Changes to the A-Class and B-Class ranges has seen Mercedes-Benz cull a number of models, while replacing them with new editions.

And it’s a similar story at DS Automobiles where the DS 7 has been revised. Vauxhall has tinkered with the Corsa line-up, with SE Premium, Griffin Edition and Elite models discontinued and replaced by Griffin and Elite Edition versions instead. Cupra has axed the Leon First Edition e-Hybrid, while SEAT has discontinued the Leon FR First Edition e-Hybrid, too. Vauxhall has ended production of the Mokka-e Launch Edition and so has Renault with the Clio Launch Edition E-Tech Hybrid 140. Skoda has axed the 120bhp 2.0-litre engine in the Superb and 100th Anniversary editions of the Mazda2 and MX-30 are now sold out. Kia has revised its XCeed range, axing all diesel variants and the PHEV First Edition, as well as removing the Ceed Sportswagon PHEV from the line-up, while Fiat has discontinued its entry-level Panda 1.0 Hybrid. Finally, Land Rover has reviewed the Defender line-up and got rid of some D200 and D250 variants..

Cupra Leon First Edition e-Hybrid 245 Hatchback and Estate

Mercedes-Benz A-Class AMG Line Hatchback and Saloon

DS 7 Crossback Elegance BlueHDi 130 Automatic

Mercedes-Benz A-Class AMG Line Executive Hatchback and Saloon

DS 7 Crossback Prestige BlueHDi 130 Automatic

Mercedes-Benz A-Class AMG Line Premium Hatchback and Saloon

DS 7 Crossback Prestige E-Tense 4x4 300 Automatic DS 7 Crossback Ultra Prestige BlueHDi 130 Automatic

Mercedes-Benz A-Class AMG Line Premium Plus Hatchback and Saloon

DS 7 Crossback Ultra Prestige E-Tense 4x4 300 Automatic

Mercedes-Benz A-Class Exclusive Edition Hatchback

Fiat Panda 1.0 Hybrid

Mercedes-Benz B-Class Sport Executive

Kia Ceed Sportswagon PHEV 1.6 GDi

Mercedes-Benz B-Class Exclusive Edition

Kia XCeed 3 1.6 CRDi

Mercedes-Benz B-Class AMG Line Executive

Kia XCeed PHEV First Edition 1.6 GDi

Mercedes-Benz B-Class AMG Line Premium

Land Rover Defender 90 D200 AWD S Automatic

Mercedes-Benz B-Class AMG Line Premium Plus

Land Rover Defender 90 D200 AWD SE Automatic

Renault Clio Launch Edition E-Tech Hybrid 140

Land Rover Defender 90 D250 AWD S Automatic

SEAT Leon FR First Edition 1.4 e-Hybrid 5-door

Land Rover Defender 110 D200 AWD Automatic

Skoda Superb SE 2.0 TDI (120bhp) Hatchback and Estate

Land Rover Defender 110 D200 AWD S Automatic

Skoda Superb SE Technology 2.0TDI (120bhp) Hatchback and Estate

Mazda2 100th Anniversary

Vauxhall Corsa SE Premium (All engines)

Mazda MX-30 100th Anniversary

Vauxhall Corsa Griffin (All versions)

Mercedes-Benz A-Class Sport Executive Hatchback and Saloon

Vauxhall Corsa Elite (All powerplants) Vauxhall Mokka-e Launch Edition

PRICE CHANGES • Sandero TCe 90 models increase by £400. They are now the same price as the Bi-Fuel models.

• 500 Electric prices up by £500 • All 500 Mild Hybrid models increase by £150 • Panda Hybrid is now £400 more expensive • Ranger pick-up models all cost £900 more than previously • All Yaris Hybrid models rise in price, now £295 to £480 more expensive • C-HR Hybrid models now cost £550 more than before

LATEST EURO NCAP CRASH TEST RESULTS ADULT CHILD SAFETY OCCUPANT OCCUPANT PEDESTRIAN ASSIST

• All non-electric models rise by £150 Vauxhall Mokka

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INDEX ver thought about which car makers produce a great range of cars, and the ones that need to try harder? Wonder no more, as we look back at every car that we’ve tested since Diesel Car was reborn back in April 2010.

Our tests have always delivered a definitive verdict and star rating out of five, and here we have compiled all of these results to deliver this handy at-a-glance test index. Expressed as a percentage, the average test rating even includes all of the star ratings from tests in this issue. Any car maker above that average level is doing well, producing cars that are better than the norm, while those that fall below have some work to do to catch up. Each month as we test more and more vehicles, these results will alter and evolve, with car makers rising and falling, and reflecting the ever changing standards within the car industry.

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VEHICLE EXCISE DUTY BANDS The requirement to display a tax disc may have been abolished, but you still need to pay an annual fee to the Government. Called Vehicle Excise Duty, or VED for short, the amount payable has been recently reformed. Effective from 1st April 2017 for any new car registered, the first year rates, payable upon original registration of the car, will vary according to the CO2 emissions of the vehicle, while a standard rate of £155 per annum will apply in all subsequent years, no matter what the emissions are.

Cars with a list price of £40,000 or more will attract an additional premium of £335, making a total payment of £490 per annum for years two to six.

From year seven, the cost will revert to £155. For alternative fuel vehicles there’s a £10 saving on all of the above costs, while pure electric cars are free.

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DSG, PowerShift and S tronic are all names given by car makers to describe their twin-clutch automatic transmissions, in the same way that Dualogic, AGS, AMT, x-shift and ETG are terms for automated manual transmissions.

S/S SCR SB ST SW TBA

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JARGON BUSTER

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CO2 emissions

CO2 EMISSIONS

HOW THE PERCENTAGES RELATE TO OUR STAR RATINGS THIS MONTH 100% 10/10 rating 90% 9/10 rating 80% 8/10 rating 70% 7/10 rating 60% 6/10 rating 50% 5/10 rating 40% 4/10 rating 30% 3/10 rating 20% 2/10 rating 10% 1/10 rating

PLACING CAR MAKER % RATING CHANGE 1= Cupra 90.00 1= Polestar 90.00 1= Tesla 90.00 4 Jaguar 87.86 5 Skoda 85.66 6 Land Rover 83.64 7 BMW 83.58 8 Ford 83.42 9 MINI 82.92 10 Porsche 82.63 11 Audi 82.34 12 Volkswagen 81.55 13 Peugeot 81.31 14 Mazda 81.14 15 Kia 80.37 16= Bentley 80.00 16= Genesis 80.00 16= SEAT 80.00 18 Citroën 79.23 19 Mercedes-Benz 78.52 20 Volvo 78.12 21 Honda 77.94 22 Renault 77.79 23 Hyundai 77.29 DieselCar Average test rating – 77.07%

any optional extras you choose, minus the vehicle excise duty and first registration fee. You are then liable to pay a percentage of the P11D cost to HMRC, dependent upon the CO2 emissions that the vehicle emits. New for 2020 is a tax break for pure electric vehicles, and a sliding scale for plug-in hybrid vehicles, depending on how far they can travel solely using electricity. This table will tell you the percentage rate that you’ll need to pay.

Previously, diesel vehicles were penalised with a four per cent surcharge compared to petrol cars, however this penalty has been abolished with the introduction of cars that are Euro-6d RDE2 emissions compliant.

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Diesel particulate filter Exhaust gas recirculation Mild Hybrid The data was unavailable as we went to press Stop-start technology Selective catalyst reduction Shooting Brake Sport Tourer or Sports Tourer Sportwagon or Sportswagon The information was not available as we went to press

LIST PRICE POWER The power tab identifies the kind of propulsion you’ll find under the bonnet of the vehicle. In these DataFiles, you will find information on every diesel car on sale, as well as eco-friendly vehicles like pure electric, petrol and diesel hybrids, plug-in hybrids, fuel-cell vehicles and also sub-125g/km CO2 petrol cars.

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COMPANY CAR TAX BENEFIT-IN-KIND (BIK) RATES 2021/2022 If your employer provides you with a company car, it is treated as a perk in the eyes of Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) and you will be taxed accordingly. This is called Benefit-inKind (BIK) taxation, and the amount you pay is dependent upon the P11D cost of the car, which is equal to the list price of the vehicle, including

This is the total cost of the vehicle, including VAT, delivery charges and the first-year vehicle excise duty, if applicable. Any subsidies, like the electric vehicle grant, have already been deducted in our tables.

TRADE-IN VALUE The value is based upon the car being traded into a car dealer after three years and 36,000 miles and the condition of the car is excellent.

COMBINED MPG These are the official fuel economy figures released by the car maker, tested under new WLTP standards.

While this figure better represents real-world driving, it should still be used for comparison purposes only. For electric cars, the figure in brackets is the maximum range, in miles.

ISSUE TESTED The issue number is inserted if the model has been driven on UK roads by the Diesel Car test team, while ‘LT’ means that we’ve tested that particular model for an extended period of time as a longterm test car.

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ALFA ROMEO UK dealers: 53 Warranty: 5 years/75,000 miles Maintenance: 12,000 miles

STELVIO

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

It looks stunning, and is every bit as good to drive. Gives buyers an option away from the default German choice.

D 2.2 Q4 AWD Sprint 407 5H 8A 44510 20030 31 40.4-44.1 170 2143 188 - 332 - 130 7.6 1745 2300 D 2.2 Q4 AWD Veloce - 5H 8A 49510 23270 34 40.4-44.1 167 2143 207 - 347 - 134 6.6 1745 2300

AUDI UK dealers: 114 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: Variable schedule

A1

RATING Coming Soon

A1 grows in size and is now 5-door only. Shares its underpinnings with the SEAT Ibiza and is built alongside in Spain.

P Sportback Technik 25 TFSI - 5H 6M 19060 10674 16 47.9-51.4 124 999 94 - 129 - 119 11.0 1165 P Sportback Technik 30 TFSI - 5H 6M 19795 11085 17 49.6-53.3 120 999 109 - 148 - 126 10.5 1180 P Sportback Sport 30 TFSI - 5H 6M 21245 11897 17 49.6-52.3 123 999 109 - 148 - 126 10.5 1180

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MEGAFACTORIES STELLANTIS, RÜSSELSHEIM, GERMANY Rüsselsheim, near Frankfurt in Germany, is a plant steeped in history, being the place Adam Opel began producing sewing machines in 1862.

His sons started building cars at the plant in 1899, and some of the historic models produced in Rüsselsheim include the Rekord, Senator, Monza, Admiral and Diplomat. Today it’s home to the Vauxhall Insignia, and it will also produce the next-generation Astra, as well as the DS 4, with both cars sitting on the EMP2 platform.

This giant facility – now under the ownership of Stellantis following the recent merger – is also responsible for more than building cars.

Its huge International Technical Development Centre houses around 7,000 engineers, responsible for designing new platforms, engines and prototypes. It’s also the home of training, Opel design, and the company headquarters in Adam Opel Haus.

In 2014, Rüsselsheim celebrated both 50 years of the Opel Design Centre, and the production of the 17 millionth vehicle at the plant. Fastforward to June this year, and Stellantis reported that millions have been spent adapting Rüsselsheim to produce vehicles based on the Efficient Modular Platform 2 (EMP2) architecture, which enables electrification, reducing the emissions and running costs of family cars compared with their petrol and diesel counterparts. Opel CEO Michael Lochscheller commented: “Now the future of mobility is making its way into our plant in Rüsselsheim. This is an important step in securing the future of the site.”

Rüsselsheim is also home to one of Europe’s few battery centres, which can repair the battery packs first fitted in Opel and Vauxhall models during the past decade. This includes the Ampera, and cars on the eCMP platform. Dealerships can send faulty battery packs to Rüsselsheim, where the sealed pack is opened by experts, cells can be exchanged and the whole pack returned. Where there’s more serious damage, such as after a collision, reconditioned packs are also available in exchange.

Engineering expertise at the German plant will be crucial for Stellantis, which recently announced Rüsselsheim will assemble hydrogen fuel cell vans, which produce electricity from hydrogen and only emit water. These are expected to have a range of around 249 miles and take only three minutes to refuel.

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Impressive evolution that trumps rivals, delivering a better driving experience, more tech and extra space.

Sport 40 TDI MH - 4S 7A 41375 18205 30 50.4-52.3 142 1968 201 - 295 - 153 8.1 1715 2000 Sport 40 TDI quattro MH - 4S 7A 43055 18944 35 48.7-50.4 147 1968 201 - 295 - 153 7.6 1780 2000 Sport 50 TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 50210 21590 40 40.4-41.5 178 2967 282 - 457 - 155 5.4 1910 2000 Sport 50 TFSI e quattro 407 4S 7A 53640 23065 40217.3-256.8 27 1984 261 141 273 258 155 6.2 2010 2000 S line 40 TDI MH 385 4S 7A 45035 19815 32 48.7-52.3 142 1968 201 - 295 - 153 8.1 1715 2000 S line 40 TDI quattro MH - 4S 7A 46665 20533 37 47.9-50.4 147 1968 201 - 295 - 153 7.6 1780 2000 S line 50 TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 53870 23703 41 39.8-41.5 178 2967 282 - 457 - 155 5.4 1910 2000 S line 50 TFSI e quattro - 4S 7A 57300 25212 41201.8-235.4 27 1984 261 141 273 258 155 6.2 2010 2000 Black Edition 40 TDI MH - 4S 7A 46975 21139 33 48.7-50.4 148 1968 201 - 295 - 153 8.1 1715 2000 Black Edition 40 TDI quattro MH - 4S 7A 48940 22023 37 47.9-48.7 151 1968 201 - 295 - 153 7.6 1780 2000 Black Edition 50 TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 55810 24556 42 39.8-40.4 183 2967 282 - 457 - 155 5.4 1910 2000 Black Edition 50 TFSI e quattro - 4S 7A 59240 26066 41 201.8-217.3 31 1984 261 141 273 258 155 6.2 2010 2000 Towing weight (kg)

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0-62mph

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55020 26410 tba 39.2-39.8 65920 31642 47 39.2 40710 19134 30 56.5-57.6 43415 19971 36 53.3-54.3 42750 20520 33 53.3-54.3 45415 21799 38 49.6-50.4 43750 21000 tba 52.3-53.3 46415 22279 tba 48.7-49.6 55150 26472 38 52.3 57815 27751 42 48.7-49.6 53320 25060 45 39.2-39.8 55020 25859 tba 38.7-39.2 66370 31194 47 38.7 47540 18541 40 47.1-48.7 49840 19438 42 47.1-47.9 53090 20705 44 47.1 60540 23611 45 47.1

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1700 1800 1700 1800 1700 1800 1700 1800 1900

S5 Coupé Black Edition TDI MH S5 Coupé Vorsprung TDI MH Sportback Sport 35 TDI Sportback Sport 40 TDI quattro MH Sportback S line 35 TDI Sportback S line 40 TDI quattro MH Sportback Black Edition 35 TDI Sportback Black Edition 40 TDI quattro MH Sportback Vorsprung 35 TDI Sportback Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro MH S5 Sportback TDI MH S5 Sportback Black Edition TDI MH S5 Sportback Vorsprung TDI MH Cabriolet Sport 40 TDI quattro MH Cabriolet S line 40 TDI quattro MH Cabriolet Edition 1 40 TDI quattro MH Cabriolet Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro MH

Combined mpg (Range)

1490 1580 1490 1580 1490 1580 1490 1580 1785

0-62mph

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

Trade-in value

List price£

Issue tested

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Power Source

106

8.2 6.9 8.2 6.9 8.2 6.9 8.2 6.9 4.6

Kerb weight (kg)

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Now revised, Audi turns up the sexiness in the A5, with great looks, more space, extra frugality and new tech.

D Coupé Sport 35 TDI - 2C 7A 40710 17505 30 57.6-58.9 125 1968 161 - 273 - 130 D Coupe Sport 40 TDI quattro MH - 2C 7A 43415 18668 36 54.3 135 1968 201 - 295 - 130 D Coupé S line 35 TDI - 2C 7A 42750 18810 33 54.3-55.4 134 1968 161 - 273 - 142 D Coupé S line 40 TDI quattro MH - 2C 7A 45415 20437 38 50.4-51.4 143 1968 201 - 295 - 150 D Coupé Black Edition 35 TDI - 2C 7A 43750 19250 tba 53.3-54.3 137 1968 161 - 273 - 142 D Coupé Black Edition 40 TDI quattro MH - 2C 7A 46415 20887 tba 49.6-50.4 147 1968 201 - 295 - 150 D Coupé Vorsprung 35 TDI - 2C 7A 55150 24266 38 52.3-53.3 138 1968 161 - 273 - 130 D Coupé Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro MH - 2C 7A 57815 26017 42 49.6-50.4 148 1968 201 - 295 - 150 D S5 Coupé TDI MH - 2C 7A 53320 25594 45 39.8-40.4 184 2967 337 - 516 - 155

D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D

Ins. Group

1500 1700 1500 1700 1800 1500 1700 1800 1500 1700 1800 1500 1700 1800 1900 1900 1900 1500 1700 1500 1700 1800 1500 1700 1800 1500 1700 1800 1500 1700 1800 1900 1900 1900 1800 1900 1800 1900

Trade-in value

1475 1485 1475 1485 1590 1475 1485 1590 1475 1485 1590 1475 1485 1590 1795 1795 1795 1520 1530 1520 1530 1625 1535 1540 1625 1520 1530 1625 1520 1530 1625 1835 1835 1835 1645 1810 1645 1810

Power Source

A5

9.5 8.2 9.5 8.2 6.9 9.5 8.2 6.9 9.5 8.2 6.9 9.5 8.2 6.9 4.6 4.6 4.6 9.8 8.5 9.8 8.5 7.1 9.8 8.5 7.1 9.8 8.5 7.1 9.8 8.5 7.1 4.7 4.7 4.7 7.3 5.4 7.3 5.4

List price£

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Significantly more than the usual facelift, the A4 is right up the tailpipe of the 3 Series. S4 models are rapid!

D Technik 30 TDI - 4S 7A 34820 14276 22 58.9-60.1 124 1968 134 - 236 - 133 D Technik 35 TDI - 4S 7A 35500 14910 25 57.6-58.9 125 1968 161 - 273 - 142 D Sport Edition 30 TDI - 4S 7A 37365 16067 23 57.6-58.9 125 1968 134 - 236 - 133 D Sport Edition 35 TDI - 4S 7A 38045 16359 25 57.6-58.9 126 1968 161 - 273 - 142 D Sport Edition 40 TDI quattro MH - 4S 7A 40130 17256 29 53.3-54.3 137 1968 201 - 295 - 130 D S line 30 TDI - 4S 7A 37610 16172 23 54.3-55.4 133 1968 134 - 236 - 133 D S line 35 TDI - 4S 7A 38290 16465 27 53.3-54.3 135 1968 161 - 273 - 142 D S line 40 TDI quattro MH - 4S 7A 40335 17344 32 49.6-51.4 145 1968 201 - 295 - 149 D Black Edition 30 TDI - 4S 7A 38610 17761 23 53.3-54.3 136 1968 134 - 236 - 133 D Black Edition 35 TDI - 4S 7A 39290 18073 27 52.3-53.3 138 1968 161 - 273 - 142 D Black Edition 40 TDI quattro MH - 4S 7A 41335 18601 32 49.6-50.4 148 1968 201 - 295 - 149 D Vorsprung 30 TDI - 4S 7A 47110 21671 28 53.3-54.3 137 1968 134 - 236 - 133 D Vorsprung 35 TDI - 4S 7A 47790 21983 32 52.3-53.3 139 1968 161 - 273 - 142 D Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro MH - 4S 7A 49835 22426 36 49.6 149 1968 201 - 295 - 149 D S4 TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 48285 21728 41 39.2-39.8 185 2967 337 - 516 - 155 D S4 Black Edition TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 49785 22403 41 39.2-39.8 185 2967 337 - 516 - 155 D S4 Vorsprung TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 57885 26627 44 39.2-39.8 187 2967 337 - 516 - 155 D Avant Technik 30 TDI - 5E 7A 36220 15212 22 57.6 127 1968 134 - 236 - 130 D Avant Technik 35 TDI - 5E 7A 36900 15498 25 56.5-57.6 129 1968 161 - 273 - 139 D Avant Sport Edition 30 TDI - 5E 7A 38765 16669 23 56.5-57.6 129 1968 134 - 236 - 130 D Avant Sport Edition 35 TDI - 5E 7A 40160 17269 25 55.4-56.5 131 1968 161 - 273 - 130 D Avant Sport Edition 40 TDI quattro MH - 5E 7A 42205 17726 29 52.3 141 1968 201 - 295 - 130 D Avant S line 30 TDI - 5E 7A 39685 17065 23 51.4-53.3 139 1968 134 - 236 - 131 D Avant S line 35 TDI - 5E 7A 40365 17761 27 51.4-52.3 140 1968 161 - 273 - 139 D Avant S line 40 TDI quattro MH 403 5E 7A 42745 18380 32 47.9-49.6 150 1968 201 - 295 - 147 D Avant Black Edition 30 TDI - 5E 7A 40760 18750 23 51.4-52.3 141 1968 134 - 236 - 131 D Avant Black Edition 35 TDI - 5E 7A 41440 19062 27 50.4-52.3 142 1968 161 - 280 - 139 D Avant Black Edition 40 TDI quattro MH - 5E 7A 43820 18843 32 47.9-48.7 153 1968 201 - 295 - 147 D Avant Vorsprung 30 TDI - 5E 7A 49410 22729 28 51.4-52.3 142 1968 134 - 236 - 131 D Avant Vorsprung 35 TDI - 5E 7A 50090 23041 32 51.4 143 1968 161 - 280 - 139 D Avant Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro MH - 5E 7A 52470 22562 36 47.9 154 1968 201 - 295 - 147 D S4 Avant TDI quattro MH 393 5E 8A 49685 22855 41 38.7 190 2967 337 - 516 - 155 D S4 Avant Black Edition TDI quattro MH - 5E 8A 51635 24785 41 38.2-38.7 191 2967 337 - 516 - 155 D S4 Avant Vorsprung TDI quattro MH - 5E 8A 59735 28673 44 38.2 193 2967 337 - 516 - 155 D Allroad Sport 40 TDI quattro MH - 5E 7A 42120 20639 34 47.9-48.7 151 1968 201 - 295 - 144 D Allroad Sport 50 TDI quattro - 5E 8A 47745 23395 41 38.7-39.2 189 2967 282 - 457 - 155 D Allroad Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro MH - 5E 7A 51420 25196 37 47.9 153 1968 201 - 295 - 144 D Allroad Vorsprung 50 TDI quattro - 5E 8A 57495 28173 43 38.2-38.7 191 2967 282 - 457 - 155

Issue tested

A4

1300 1300 1500 1500 1600 1600 1300 1500 1500 1600 1600 1600 1400 1300 1500 1500 1600 1600 1600 1400 1400 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1300 1300 1500 1500 1600 1600 1600 1300 1500 1500 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Audi ups the ante with a tech-laden new A3, with greater attention to detail, better efficiency and a bigger personality.

P Sportback Technik 30 TFSI - 5H 6M 23795 9994 14 49.6-51.4 125 999 109 - 148 - 127 10.6 1220 P Sportback Technik 30 TFSI - 5H 7A 25345 10645 14 53.3-55.4 116 999 109 - 148 - 127 10.6 1280 D Sportback Technik 30 TDI - 5H 6M 26160 10987 17 61.4-64.2 115 1968 114 - 221 - 128 10.1 1350 D Sportback Technik 30 TDI - 5H 7A 27710 11638 15 58.9-61.4 120 1968 114 - 184 - 128 10.1 1375 D Sportback Technik 35 TDI - 5H 6M 27260 11449 20 60.1-65.7 112 1968 148 - 266 - 142 8.5 1395 D Sportback Technik 35 TDI - 5H 7A 28810 12100 21 56.5-61.4 120 1968 148 - 266 - 138 8.3 1415 P Sportback Sport 30 TFSI - 5H 7A 26745 10698 15 51.4-54.3 118 999 109 - 148 - 127 10.6 1280 D Sportback Sport 30 TDI - 5H 6M 27560 11024 17 60.1-64.2 117 1968 114 - 221 - 128 10.1 1350 D Sportback Sport 30 TDI - 5H 7A 29110 11644 16 57.6-61.4 122 1968 114 - 184 - 128 10.1 1375 D Sportback Sport 35 TDI - 5H 6M 28660 11751 21 61.4-65.7 113 1968 148 - 266 - 142 8.5 1395 D Sportback Sport 35 TDI - 5H 7A 30210 12386 21 57.6-61.4 121 1968 148 - 266 - 138 8.3 1415 D Sportback Sport 40 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 33190 13608 26 47.9-50.4 147 1968 197 - 295 - 151 6.8 1480 PE Sportback Sport 40 TFSI e - 5H 6A 33550 13756 27235.4-282.5 25 1395 148 107 184 243 141 7.6 1560 P Sportback S line 30 TFSI - 5H 7A 28645 11744 15 50.4-52.3 123 999 109 - 148 - 127 10.6 1280 D Sportback S line 30 TDI - 5H 6M 29460 12079 18 58.9-61.4 122 1968 114 - 221 - 128 10.1 1345 D Sportback S line 30 TDI - 5H 7A 31010 12404 16 56.5-58.9 127 1968 114 - 184 - 128 10.1 1375 D Sportback S line 35 TDI - 5H 6M 30560 12530 21 61.4-62.8 119 1968 148 - 266 - 142 8.5 1395 D Sportback S line 35 TDI 405 5H 7A 32110 13165 22 57.6-58.9 126 1968 148 - 266 - 138 8.3 1415 D Sportback S line 40 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 35425 14524 27 47.9-48.7 151 1968 197 - 295 - 151 6.8 1480 PE Sportback S line 40 TFSI e 409 5H 6A 35450 14535 28235.4-282.5 25 1395 148 107 184 243 141 7.6 1560 PE Sportback S line Competition 45 TFSI e - 5H 6A 37200 15252 26 217.3-235.4 29 1395 148 107 184 243 144 6.8 1585 D Sportback Edition 1 35 TDI - 5H 6M 33810 13862 23 60.1-61.4 121 1968 148 - 266 - 142 8.5 1395 D Sportback Edition 1 35 TDI - 5H 7A 35360 14498 24 56.5-57.6 129 1968 148 - 266 - 138 8.3 1415 D Sportback Edition 1 40 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 38675 15857 28 47.9 154 1968 197 - 295 - 151 6.8 1480 D Sportback Vorsprung 35 TDI - 5H 7A 39860 16343 25 56.5 130 1968 148 - 266 - 138 8.3 1415 D Sportback Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 43175 17702 29 47.1-47.9 155 1968 197 - 295 - 151 6.8 1480 P Sport 30 TFSI - 4S 6M 25760 12107 15 48.7-51.4 124 999 109 - 148 - 130 10.6 1225 P Sport 30 TFSI - 4S 7A 27310 12836 15 52.3-56.5 115 999 109 - 148 - 130 10.6 1285 D Sport 30 TDI - 4S 6M 28125 13219 17 61.4-64.2 114 1968 114 - 221 - 130 10.1 1355 D Sport 30 TDI - 4S 7A 29675 13947 16 58.9-62.8 119 1968 114 - 221 - 130 10.1 1380 D Sport 35 TDI - 4S 6M 29225 13736 20 62.8-67.3 111 1968 148 - 251 - 142 8.5 1420 D Sport 35 TDI - 4S 7A 30775 14464 21 57.6-62.8 119 1968 148 - 266 - 142 8.3 1420 D Sport 40 TDI quattro - 4S 7A 33755 15865 26 48.7-51.4 144 1968 197 - 295 - 155 6.8 1485 P S line 30 TFSI - 4S 7A 29210 15481 16 51.4-53.3 120 999 109 - 148 - 130 10.6 1285 D S line 30 TDI - 4S 6M 30025 15913 18 61.4-62.8 119 1968 114 - 221 - 130 10.1 1355 D S line 30 TDI - 4S 7A 31575 14840 17 58.9-60.1 124 1968 114 - 221 - 130 10.1 1380 D S line 35 TDI - 4S 6M 31125 16496 21 62.8-64.2 115 1968 148 - 251 - 142 8.5 1420 D S line 35 TDI - 4S 7A 32675 17318 22 58.9-60.1 124 1968 148 - 266 - 142 8.3 1420 D S line 40 TDI quattro - 4S 7A 35655 18897 27 48.7-49.6 149 1968 197 - 295 - 155 6.8 1485 D Edition 1 35 TDI - 4S 6M 34375 18219 23 61.4-62.8 117 1968 148 - 251 - 142 8.5 1420 D Edition 1 35 TDI - 4S 7A 35925 19040 24 57.6-58.9 126 1968 148 - 266 - 142 8.3 1420 D Edition 1 40 TDI quattro - 4S 7A 38905 20620 29 48.7-49.6 150 1968 197 - 295 - 155 6.8 1485 D Vorsprung 35 TDI - 4S 7A 40425 21425 25 57.6-58.9 127 1968 148 - 266 - 142 8.3 1415 D Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro - 4S 7A 43740 23182 30 47.9-48.7 152 1968 197 - 295 - 155 6.8 1485

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Audi’s attempt to usurp the S-Class in the luxury limousine market. Highly refined and luxurious, it’s a joy to pilot.

D Sport 50 TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 73785 26563 44 38.2-40.4 185 2967 282 - 443 - 155 5.9 Sport 60 TFSI e quattro - 4S 8A 85505 30782 48 117.7-128.4 51 2995 335 134 369 258 155 4.9 D S line 50 TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 78730 28343 45 37.7-38.7 191 2967 282 - 443 - 155 5.9 D Black Edition 50 TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 81530 29351 48 37.7-38.7 191 2967 282 - 443 - 155 5.9 D Vorsprung 50 TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 104720 34558 50 37.2-37.7 197 2967 282 - 443 - 155 5.9 D L Sport 50 TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 77780 28001 45 37.2-39.8 186 2967 282 - 443 - 155 5.9 PE L Sport 60 TFSI e quattro - 4S 8A 89505 32222 49 113.0-122.8 52 2995 335 134 369 258 155 4.9 D L S line 50 TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 82725 29781 45 37.2-38.2 193 2967 282 - 443 - 155 5.9 D L Black Edition 50 TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 85525 31644 49 37.2-38.2 193 2967 282 - 443 - 155 5.9 D L Vorsprung 50 TDI quattro MH - 4S 8A 106715 36283 50 36.7-37.7 197 2967 282 - 443 - 155 5.9 PE

NEW Q2

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Entry point to Audi’s Q-cars. Comfortable, spacious and with an upmarket cabin, it’ll fly out of showrooms.

D Technik 30 TDI - 5H 6M 26705 13353 18 55.4-60.1 123 1968 116 - 148 D Technik 30 TDI - 5H 7A 28255 14128 17 55.4-60.1 124 1968 116 - 148 D Sport 30 TDI - 5H 6M 29205 14603 17 56.5-58.9 125 1968 116 - 148 D Sport 30 TDI - 5H 7A 30755 15378 17 56.5-58.9 125 1968 116 - 148 D S line 30 TDI - 5H 6M 31355 15678 18 54.3-57.6 128 1968 116 - 148 D S line 30 TDI - 5H 7A 32905 16453 17 55.4-57.6 129 1968 116 - 148 D S line 35 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 35620 17810 23 48.7-51.4 144 1968 148 - 251 D Black Edition 35 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 37615 18431 23 48.7-49.6 149 1968 148 - 251 -

Q3

125 9.9 125 10.3 125 9.9 125 10.3 125 9.9 125 10.3 131 8.2 131 8.2

1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1800 1800

34440 36020 37785 38365 36240 37820 39585 40505

16876 17650 18137 18799 18120 18910 19397 20253

25 24 25 32 26 25 25 33

52.3-55.4 48.7-52.3 44.8-47.9 41.5-45.6 52.3-53.3 48.7-49.6 44.8-45.6 41.5-42.2

134 142 155 163 139 149 164 174

1968 1968 1968 1968 1968 1968 1968 1968

148 148 148 197 148 148 148 197

124 125 124 139 124 125 124 139

9.4 9.3 9.4 7.3 9.4 9.3 9.4 7.3

1635 1580 1660 1660 1635 1580 1660 1660

2000 2000 2200 2200 2000 2000 2200 2200

Ins. Group

Combined mpg (Range)

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Towing weight (kg)

6M 7A 7A 7A 6M 7A 7A 7A

-

251 266 266 295 251 266 266 295

-

2000 2000 2200 1400 2000 2000 2200 2200 2000 2000 2200 2200 1400 2000 2000 2200 2200 1400 2000 2200 2200 1400

List price£

5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C

1625 1580 1660 1740 1625 1580 1660 1660 1625 1580 1660 1660 1740 1625 1580 1660 1660 1740 1580 1660 1660 1740

Trade-in value

Issue tested

-

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Power Source

Sportback Sport 35 TDI Sportback Sport 35 TDI Sportback Sport 35 TDI quattro Sportback Sport 40 TDI quattro Sportback S line 35 TDI Sportback S line 35 TDI Sportback S line 35 TDI quattro Sportback S line 40 TDI quattro

1440 1455 1440 1455 1440 1455 1570 1570

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Bigger and higher-tech than before, but this also brings a heftier price tag, too, positioning the Q3 further upmarket.

D Technik 35 TDI - 5H 6M 31640 15187 24 55.4-56.5 132 1968 148 - 251 - 125 9.4 D Technik 35 TDI - 5H 7A 33220 15946 25 51.4-52.3 141 1968 148 - 266 - 128 9.3 D Technik 35 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 34985 16443 25 47.1-47.9 153 1968 148 - 266 - 127 9.4 PE Technik 45 TFSI e - 5H 6A 37810 18149 31 176.6 36 1395 148 114 184 243 130 7.3 D Sport 35 TDI - 5H 6M 33290 15979 24 52.3-55.4 133 1395 148 - 251 - 125 9.4 D Sport 35 TDI - 5H 7A 34870 16738 25 49.6-52.3 141 1395 148 - 266 - 128 9.3 D Sport 35 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 36635 17218 25 44.8-47.9 154 1395 148 - 266 - 127 9.4 D Sport 40 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 37215 18235 32 42.2-46.3 161 1395 197 - 295 - 139 7.3 D S line 35 TDI - 5H 6M 35090 17194 25 51.4-53.3 140 1395 148 - 251 - 125 9.4 D S line 35 TDI - 5H 7A 36670 17968 26 48.7-49.6 149 1395 148 - 266 - 128 9.3 D S line 35 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 38435 18449 26 44.1-44.8 164 1395 148 - 266 - 127 9.4 D S line 40 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 39355 19284 32 41.5-42.8 174 1395 197 - 295 - 139 7.3 PE S line 45 TFSI e - 5H 6A 41260 20217 32 141.2 44 1395 148 114 184 243 130 7.3 D Black Edition 35 TDI - 5H 6M 36440 18220 27 51.4-53.3 140 1395 148 - 251 - 125 9.4 D Black Edition 35 TDI - 5H 7A 38020 19010 28 48.7-49.6 150 1395 148 - 266 - 128 9.3 D Black Edition 35 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 39785 19495 28 44.1-44.8 164 1395 148 - 266 - 127 9.4 D Black Edition 40 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 40705 20353 34 41.5-42.2 175 1395 197 - 295 - 139 7.3 PE Black Edition 45 TFSI e - 5H 6A 42610 21305 33 141.2 44 1395 148 114 184 243 130 7.3 D Vorsprung 35 TDI - 5H 7A 44995 22947 29 47.9-48.7 153 1395 148 - 266 - 128 9.3 D Vorsprung 35 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 46425 23213 30 44.1 167 1395 148 - 266 - 127 9.4 D Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro - 5H 7A 47345 24146 36 40.9-41.5 179 1395 197 - 295 - 139 7.3 PE Vorsprung 45 TFSI e - 5H 6A 49150 25067 35 141.2 45 1395 148 114 184 243 130 7.3 D D D D D D D D

2095 2300 2375 0 2095 2300 2095 2300 2095 2300 2120 2300 2405 0 2120 2300 2120 2300 2120 2300

44 139 149 163 174 43 151 165 177 45

1395 1968 1968 1968 1968 1395 1968 1968 1968 1395

148 148 148 148 197 148 148 148 197 148

114 114 114

-

168 201 295 168 201 295 168 201 295 168 201 295 168 168 168 168

184 243 251 266 266 295 184 243 266 266 295 184 243

Q4 E-TRON New compact SUV with pure electric power, it defines the look of all future Audi models.

E Sport 35 - 5H 1A 40750 24450 26 (204-209) 0 E Sport 40 - 5H 1A 44990 26994 29 (311-319) 0 E Sport 50 quattro - 5H 1A 51370 30822 37 tba 0 E S line 35 - 5H 1A 42850 25710 25 (196-203) 0 E S line 40 - 5H 1A 47090 28254 29 (299-310) 0 E S line 50 quattro - 5H 1A 53470 32082 37 tba 0 E Edition 1 35 - 5H 1A 46945 28167 28 (194-201) 0 E Edition 1 40 - 5H 1A 51185 30711 31 (283-306) 0 E Edition 1 50 quattro - 5H 1A 57565 34539 39 tba 0 E Vorsprung 35 - 5H 1A 54450 32670 29 (192-194) 0 E Vorsprung 40 - 5H 1A 58690 35214 33 (280-296) 0 E Vorsprung 50 quattro - 5H 1A 65070 39042 39 tba 0 E Sportback Sport 35 - 5H 1A 42250 25350 tba (207-212) 0 E Sportback S line 35 - 5H 1A 44350 26610 tba (201-209) 0 E Sportback Edition 1 35 - 5H 1A 48445 29067 tba (200-206) 0 E Sportback Vorsprung 35 - 5H 1A 55950 33570 tba (196-199) 0 -

Q5

130 124 125 124 139 130 125 124 139 130

Towing weight (kg)

141.2 52.3-53.3 48.7-49.6 44.8-45.6 42.2-42.8 141.2 48.7 44.1-44.8 41.5-42.2 141.2

0-62mph

32 27 28 28 34 33 28 29 36 36

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine cc

21205 18795 19585 20058 21346 21880 23534 24263 24732 25653

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

42410 37590 39170 40935 41855 43760 46145 47575 48495 50300

Combined mpg (Range)

Issue tested

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

6A 6M 7A 7A 7A 6A 7A 7A 7A 6A

Trade-in value

PE

5H 5C 5C 5C 5C 5H 5C 5C 5C 5H

Ins. Group

D D D

-

List price£

PE

Sportback S line 45 TFSI e Sportback Black Edition 35 TDI Sportback Black Edition 35 TDI Sportback Black Edition 35 TDI quattro Sportback Black Edition 40 TDI quattro Sportback Black Edition 45 TFSI e Sportback Vorsprung 35 TDI Sportback Vorsprung 35 TDI quattro Sportback Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro Sportback Vorsprung 45 TFSI e

7.3 9.4 9.3 9.4 7.3 7.3 9.3 9.4 7.3 7.3

1740 1635 1580 1660 1660 1740 1580 1660 1660 1740

1400 2000 2000 2200 2200 1400 2000 2200 2200 1400

RATING Coming Soon

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229 229 339 229 229 339 229 229 339 229 229 339 229 229 229 229

99 99 111 99 99 111 99 99 111 99 99 111 99 99 99 99

9.0 8.5 6.2 9.0 8.5 6.2 9.0 8.5 6.2 9.0 8.5 6.2 9.0 9.0 9.0 9.0

1890 2050 2210 1890 2050 2210 1890 2050 2210 1890 2050 2210 1895 1895 1895 1895

1000 1000 1200 1000 1000 1200 1000 1000 1200 1000 1000 1200 1000 1000 1000 1000

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Classy Q5 range expanded to include Sportback. Pleasing to drive, with good equipment levels and well priced.

D Sport 40 TDI quattro MH 409 5H 7A 43965 21983 33 42.8-44.8 164 1968 201 - 295 - 137 7.6 PE Sport 50 TFSI e quattro - 5H 7A 50985 25493 41 176.6-188.3 35 1984 261 141 273 258 148 6.1 D S line 40 TDI quattro MH - 5H 7A 46515 23723 35 41.5-44.1 168 1968 201 - 295 - 137 7.6 PE S line 50 TFSI e quattro - 5H 7A 53535 27303 43 166.2-176.6 38 1984 261 141 273 258 148 6.1 PE Competition 55 TFSI e quattro - 5H 7A 56635 28884 43 166.2 40 1984 261 141 273 358 148 5.3 D Edition 1 40 TDI quattro MH - 5H 7A 51355 26191 36 41.5-42.8 172 1968 201 - 295 - 137 7.6 PE Edition 1 50 TFSI e quattro - 5H 7A 58035 29598 43 166.2 39 1984 261 141 273 258 148 6.1 D Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro MH - 5H 7A 62005 30382 40 40.9-41.5 178 1968 201 - 295 - 137 7.6 PE Vorsprung 50 TFSI e quattro - 5H 7A 68685 33656 44156.9-166.2 41 1984 261 141 273 258 148 6.1 PE Competition Vorsprung 55 TFSI e quattro - 5H 7A 71785 35175 45156.9-166.2 41 1984 261 141 273 358 148 5.3 D SQ5 TDI quattro MH - 5H 7A 57440 30443 45 33.6-34.4 214 2967 337 11 516 - 155 5.1 D SQ5 Vorsprung TDI quattro MH - 5H 7A 72590 37021 46 33.2-33.6 219 2967 337 11 516 - 155 5.1 D Sportback Sport 40 TDI quattro MH - 5C 7A 46415 23208 35 42.2-44.8 165 1968 201 - 295 - 137 7.6 PE Sportback Sport 50 TFSI e quattro - 5C 7A 53435 26718 41 176.6-188.3 36 1984 261 141 273 258 148 6.1 D Sportback S line 40 TDI quattro MH - 5C 7A 48965 24972 37 42.2-43.5 170 1968 201 - 295 - 137 7.6 PE Sportback S line 50 TFSI e quattro - 5C 7A 55985 28552 43156.9-166.2 39 1984 261 141 273 258 148 6.1 PE Sportback Competition 55 TFSI e quattro - 5C 7A 59085 30133 44156.9-166.2 41 1984 261 141 273 358 148 5.3 D Sportback Edition 1 40 TDI quattro MH - 5C 7A 53805 27441 38 42.2-42.8 173 1968 201 - 295 - 137 7.6 PE Sportback Edition 1 50 TFSI e quattro - 5C 7A 60485 30847 43156.9-166.2 40 1984 261 141 273 258 148 6.1 D Sportback Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro MH - 5C 7A 64455 31583 40 41.5 177 1968 201 - 295 - 137 7.6 PE Sportback Vorsprung 50 TFSI e quattro - 5C 7A 71135 34856 43 156.9 42 1984 261 141 273 258 148 6.1 PE SportbackCompetitionVorsprung55TFSIequattro - 5C 7A 74235 36375 45 156.9 42 1984 261 141 273 358 148 5.3 D SQ5 Sportback TDI quattro MH - 5C 7A 59890 31742 45 33.6-34.4 214 2967 337 11 516 - 155 5.1 D SQ5 Sportback Vorsprung TDI quattro MH - 5C 7A 75040 38270 47 33.2-34.0 218 2967 337 11 516 - 155 5.1

Q7

1805 2400 2075 2000 1805 2400 2075 2000 2075 2000 1805 2400 2075 2000 1805 2400 2075 2000 2075 2000 2010 2400 2010 2400 1825 2400 2150 2000 1825 2400 2150 2000 2150 2000 1825 2400 2150 2000 1825 2400 2150 2000 2150 2000 2010 2400 2010 2400

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Second generation Q7 is huge both inside and out. Crammed full of equipment and plusher than ever before.

D Sport 45 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 57820 30066 42 34.0-35.8 208 2967 228 - 369 - 140 7.1 D Sport 50 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 60860 32864 43 34.0-35.8 208 2967 282 - 443 - 150 6.1 PE Sport 55 TFSI e quattro - 5H 8A 66085 35686 50 108.6-113.0 57 2995 335 134 332 295 149 5.9 D S line 45 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 60970 32314 42 33.6-35.3 209 2967 228 - 369 - 140 7.1 D S line 50 TDI quattro MH 403 5H 8A 64010 35206 44 33.6-35.3 209 2967 282 - 443 - 150 6.1 PE S line 55 TFSI e quattro - 5H 8A 69235 38079 50104.6-108.6 59 2995 335 134 332 295 149 5.9 D Black Edition 45 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 65520 36691 43 33.6-35.3 208 2967 228 - 369 - 140 7.1 D Black Edition 50 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 68560 39079 44 33.6-35.3 208 2967 282 - 443 - 150 6.1 PE Black Edition 55 TFSI e quattro - 5H 8A 72435 41288 50 97.4-108.6 58 2995 335 134 332 295 149 5.9 PE Competition 60 TFSI e quattro - 5H 8A 80435 45848 50 97.4-108.6 58 2995 335 134 332 295 149 5.4 D Vorsprung 45 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 83070 44858 47 33.2-33.6 220 2967 228 - 369 - 140 7.1 D Vorsprung 50 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 86110 47361 49 33.2-33.6 220 2967 282 - 443 - 150 6.1 PE Vorsprung 55 TFSI e quattro - 5H 8A 88735 48804 50 97.4 65 2995 335 134 332 295 149 5.9 PE Competition Vorsprung 60 TFSI e quattro - 5H 8A 96735 55139 50 97.4 65 2995 335 134 332 295 149 5.4

Q8

2165 3500 2275 3500 2450 2700 2165 3500 2275 3500 2450 2700 2165 3500 2275 3500 2450 2700 2375 2700 2165 3500 2275 3500 2450 2700 2375 3500

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Audi ups its game in the SUV stakes with a barnstorming SUV that trumps the Q7 and looks awesome into the bargain.

D S line 50 TDI quattro MH 381 5H 8A 67090 34887 47 33.2-34.0 218 2967 282 - 443 - 152 6.1 2160 2800 PE S line 55 TFSI e quattro - 5H 8A 73860 38407 50 97.4-100.9 64 2995 335 134 332 295 149 5.8 2430 2800 D Black Edition 50 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 71085 36964 48 33.2-33.6 219 2967 282 - 443 - 152 6.1 2160 2800 PE Black Edition 55 TFSI e quattro - 5H 8A 77760 40435 50 94.2-97.4 66 2995 335 134 332 295 149 5.8 2430 2800 PE Competition 60 TFSI e quattro - 5H 8A 85760 44595 50 97.4 66 2995 335 134 332 295 149 5.4 2430 2800 D Vorsprung 50 TDI quattro MH 386 5H 8A 87885 45700 49 32.8-33.2 223 2967 282 - 443 - 152 6.1 2160 2800 PE Vorsprung 55 TFSI e quattro - 5H 8A 95360 49587 50 94.2-97.4 67 2995 335 134 332 295 149 5.8 2430 2800 PE Competition Vorsprung 60 TFSI e quattro - 5H 8A 103360 53747 50 94.2-97.4 67 2995 335 134 332 295 149 5.4 2430 2800

E-TRON

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

The start of a new era in Audi design and technology, and the first pure-electric Audi vehicle to go on sale.

E Technik 50 quattro - 5H 1A 61275 36765 49 (186-198) 0 - - 308 - 398 118 E Technik 55 quattro - 5H 1A 72175 43305 50 (239-255) 0 - - 402 - 490 124 E Sport 50 quattro - 5H 1A 63975 37745 49 (187-198) 0 - - 308 - 398 118 E Sport 55 quattro - 5H 1A 74875 44176 50 (241-255) 0 - - 402 - 490 124 E S line 50 quattro - 5H 1A 68075 40164 50 (187-199) 0 - - 308 - 398 118 E S line 55 quattro - 5H 1A 78975 46595 50 (240-256) 0 - - 402 - 490 124 E Black Edition 50 quattro - 5H 1A 69625 41079 50 (185-198) 0 - - 308 - 398 118 E Black Edition 55 quattro - 5H 1A 80525 47510 50 (238-254) 0 - - 402 - 490 124 E Vorsprung 50 quattro - 5H 1A 83275 49132 50 (176-180) 0 - - 308 - 398 118 E Vorsprung 55 quattro - 5H 1A 94175 55563 50 (231-234) 0 - - 402 - 490 124 E S quattro - 5H 1A 87675 51728 50 (218-224) 0 - - 496 - 718 130 E S Vorsprung quattro - 5H 1A 102875 60696 50 (216-220) 0 - - 496 - 718 130 E Sportback Technik 50 quattro - 5C 1A 63075 37214 tba (190-202) 0 - - 308 - 398 118 E Sportback Technik 55 quattro - 5C 1A 73875 43586 tba (244-260) 0 - - 402 - 490 124 E Sportback Sport 50 quattro - 5C 1A 65775 38807 tba (192-203) 0 - - 308 - 398 118 E Sportback Sport 55 quattro - 5C 1A 76575 45179 tba (246-261) 0 - - 402 - 490 124 E Sportback S line 50 quattro - 5C 1A 69875 41226 48 (193-206) 0 - - 308 - 398 118 E Sportback S line 55 quattro - 5C 1A 80675 47598 49 (248-265) 0 - - 402 - 490 124 E Sportback Black Edition 50 quattro - 5C 1A 75875 44766 48 (193-205) 0 - - 308 - 398 118 E Sportback Black Edition 55 quattro - 5C 1A 82225 48513 49 (249-264) 0 - - 402 - 490 124 E Sportback Vorsprung 50 quattro - 5C 1A 85075 50194 50 (180-186) 0 - - 308 - 398 118 E Sportback Vorsprung 55 quattro - 5C 1A 95875 56566 50 (233-238) 0 - - 402 - 490 124 E Sportback S quattro 415 5C 1A 89475 52790 50 (221-226) 0 - - 496 - 718 130 E Sportback S Vorsprung quattro - 5C 1A 104675 61758 50 (218-223) 0 - - 496 - 718 130

E-TRON GT

6.8 5.7 6.8 6.6 6.8 6.6 6.8 6.6 6.8 6.6 4.5 4.5 6.8 6.6 6.8 6.6 6.8 6.6 6.8 5.7 6.8 5.7 4.5 4.5

2445 2565 2445 2565 2445 2565 2445 2565 2445 2565 2730 2730 2445 2565 2445 2520 2445 2520 2445 2520 2445 2520 2730 2730

1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800

RATING Coming Soon

A new pure-electric luxury Gran Turismo flagship, it’s a technical tour de force, with Incredible performance.

E quattro - 4S 2A 79900 47141 50 (295-300) 0 - - 523 - 472 152 4.1 E Vorsprung quattro - 4S 2A 106000 62540 50 (296-299) 0 - - 523 - 472 152 4.1 E RS - 4S 2A 110950 65461 50 (283-288) 0 - - 637 - 612 155 3.3 E RS Carbon Black - 4S 2A 124540 73479 50 (283-287) 0 - - 637 - 612 155 3.3 E RS Carbon Vorsprung - 4S 2A 133340 78671 50 (283-286) 0 - - 637 - 612 155 3.3

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A8

D D D D

0-62mph

It’s a technical tour-de-force, with sophistication oozing from every corner, and a better package than its predecessor.

D Sport 40 TDI MH - 5H 7A 48090 21641 40 47.9-50.4 146 1968 201 - 295 - 152 8.3 1700 2000 D Sport 40 TDI quattro MH - 5H 7A 50055 22525 42 47.1-49.6 150 1968 201 - 295 - 155 7.0 1835 2000 D Sport 45 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 53450 22984 43 41.5-43.5 171 2967 241 - 369 - 155 6.4 1880 2000 D Sport 50 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 56465 24280 45 39.2-40.9 181 2967 282 - 457 - 155 5.6 1880 2000 PE Sport 50 TFSI e quattro - 5H 7A 60290 25925 45201.8-235.4 29 1984 261 141 273 258 155 6.3 2065 2000 D Sport Edition 40 TDI MH - 5H 7A 48990 22046 tba 49.6-50.4 146 1968 201 - 295 - 152 8.3 1700 2000 D Sport Edition 40 TDI quattro MH - 5H 7A 50620 22779 tba 48.7-49.6 150 1968 201 - 295 - 155 7.0 1835 2000 D Sport Edition 45 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 54350 23371 tba 42.8-43.5 171 2967 241 - 369 - 155 6.4 1880 2000 D Sport Edition 50 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 57365 24667 tba 39.8-40.9 181 2967 282 - 457 - 155 5.6 1880 2000 PE Sport Edition 50 TFSI e quattro - 5H 7A 61190 26312 tba217.3-235.4 29 1984 261 141 273 258 155 6.3 2065 2000 D S line 40 TDI MH - 5H 7A 51625 24264 43 47.9-48.7 151 1968 201 - 295 - 152 8.3 1775 2000 D S line 40 TDI quattro MH - 5H 7A 53255 24497 46 46.3-47.9 154 1968 201 - 295 - 155 7.0 1835 2000 D S line 45 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 56650 25493 45 41.5-42.2 176 2967 241 - 369 - 155 6.4 1880 2000 D S line 50 TDI quattro MH 377 5H 8A 59665 26253 45 39.2-39.8 186 2967 282 - 457 - 155 5.6 1880 2000 D Black Edition 40 TDI MH - 5H 7A 54025 25392 43 47.9-48.7 152 1968 201 - 295 - 152 8.3 1775 2000 D Black Edition 40 TDI quattro MH - 5H 7A 55655 26158 44 46.3-47.9 155 1968 201 - 295 - 155 7.0 1835 2000 D Black Edition 45 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 59050 26573 47 41.5-42.2 177 2967 241 - 369 - 155 6.4 1880 2000 D Black Edition 50 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 62065 27929 49 39.2-39.8 186 2967 282 - 457 - 155 5.6 1880 2000 PE Competition 55 TFSI e quattro - 5H 7A 69690 31361 50 201.8 33 1984 261 141 273 258 155 5.7 2065 2000 D Vorsprung 45 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 76890 32294 49 40.9-41.5 179 2967 241 - 369 - 155 6.4 1880 2000 D Vorsprung 50 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 79905 33560 50 38.7-39.2 188 2967 282 - 457 - 155 5.6 1880 2000 PE Vorsprung 50 TFSI e quattro - 5H 7A 83730 37679 50 201.8 34 1984 261 141 273 258 155 6.3 2065 2000 D S7 TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 68310 30740 50 38.7-39.8 187 2967 339 - 516 - 155 5.1 2010 2100 D S7 Black Edition TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 70110 31550 50 38.7-39.8 187 2967 339 - 516 - 155 5.1 2010 2100 D S7 Vorsprung TDI quattro MH - 5H 8A 87660 36817 50 38.2-38.7 191 2967 339 - 516 - 155 5.1 2010 2100

PE

Kerb weight (kg)

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Power Source

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Engine cc

CO2g/km

Combined mpg (Range)

Trade-in value

Ins. Group

List price£

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

A7

1720 2000 1780 2000 1825 2000 2010 2000 1955 2100 1955 2100 1955 2100 1780 2000 1845 2000 1975 2000 2075 2000 1780 2000 1845 2000 1975 2000 2075 2000 1780 2000 1845 2000 1975 2000 2075 2000 1785 2000 1845 2000 1890 2000 2075 2000 2020 2100 2020 2100 2020 2100 2020 2500 2020 2500 2020 2500 2020 2500

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

D D D D D D D

8.1 7.6 5.4 6.2 5.0 5.0 5.0 8.3 7.8 5.6 6.3 8.3 7.8 5.6 6.3 8.3 7.8 5.6 6.3 8.3 7.8 5.6 6.3 5.1 5.1 5.1 6.6 5.8 6.6 5.8

CO2g/km

PE

295 - 153 295 - 153 457 - 155 273 258 155 516 - 155 516 - 155 516 - 155 295 - 150 295 - 150 457 - 155 273 258 155 295 - 150 295 - 150 457 - 155 273 258 155 295 - 150 295 - 150 457 - 155 273 258 155 295 - 150 295 - 150 457 - 155 273 258 155 516 - 155 516 - 155 516 - 155 369 - 155 457 - 155 369 - 155 457 - 155

Engine cc

D D D

141 141 141 141 141 -

Combined mpg (Range)

PE

1968 201 1968 201 2967 282 1984 261 2967 339 2967 339 2967 339 1968 201 1968 201 2967 282 1984 261 1968 201 1968 201 2967 282 1984 261 1968 201 1968 201 2967 282 1984 261 1968 201 1968 201 2967 282 1984 261 2967 339 2967 339 2967 339 2967 241 2967 282 2967 241 2967 282

Ins. Group

D D D

39 47.9-48.7 151 41 47.1-47.9 155 46 39.2-39.8 187 45 217.3 32 43 39.2-40.4 184 44 39.2-40.4 183 47 39.2 187 30 48.7-50.4 148 35 47.9-48.7 151 40 39.8-40.4 183 40 217.3 30 32 47.1-49.6 148 37 45.6-48.7 152 41 39.2-40.4 183 41 188.3-217.3 30 33 47.1-47.9 154 37 45.6-47.1 158 42 38.7-39.2 187 41 188.3-201.8 34 39 46.3-47.1 157 41 44.8-45.6 162 46 38.7 191 45188.3-201.8 35 43 38.2-39.2 189 44 38.2-39.2 188 47 38.2-38.7 192 43 40.9-42.2 176 45 38.7-39.8 186 46 39.8-40.4 184 47 38.2-38.7 192

Trade-in value

PE

63145 24627 64775 25262 72655 28335 72440 28252 61800 26574 63600 27348 79700 31880 43475 19129 45440 19994 52310 22493 55740 23968 47135 20739 49100 21604 55970 24067 59400 25542 49410 22235 51040 22968 57910 25480 61340 26990 65245 25446 66875 26081 75205 29330 74540 29071 63900 27477 65700 28251 82250 32900 56585 24332 59600 25628 72990 30656 76455 31347

List price£

D D D

7A 7A 8A 7A 8A 8A 8A 7A 7A 8A 7A 7A 7A 8A 7A 7A 7A 8A 7A 7A 7A 8A 7A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A

Issue tested

PE

4S 4S 4S 4S 4S 4S 4S 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

D D D D D D

Vorsprung 40 TDI MH Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro MH Vorsprung 50 TDI quattro MH Vorsprung 50 TFSI e quattro S6 TDI quattro MH 397 S6 Black Edition TDI quattro MH S6 Vorsprung TDI quattro MH Avant Sport 40 TDI MH Avant Sport 40 TDI quattro MH Avant Sport 50 TDI quattro MH Avant Sport 50 TFSI e quattro Avant S line 40 TDI MH Avant S line 40 TDI quattro MH Avant S line 50 TDI quattro MH 382 Avant S line 50 TFSI e quattro Avant Black Edition 40 TDI MH MH Avant Black Edition 40 TDI quattro Avant Black Edition 50 TDI quattro MH Avant Black Edition 50 TFSI e quattro Avant Vorsprung 40 TDI MH Avant Vorsprung 40 TDI quattro MH MH Avant Vorsprung 50 TDI quattro Avant Vorsprung 50 TFSI e quattro S6 Avant TDI quattro MH S6 Avant Black Edition TDI quattro MH S6 Avant Vorsprung TDI quattro MH Allroad Sport 45 TDI MH Allroad Sport 50 TDI MH Allroad Vorsprung 45 TDI MH Allroad Vorsprung 50 TDI MH -

Power Source

PE

Issue tested

Power Source D D D

DieselCar & EcoCar

1845 1845 1845 1845 1895 1895 1895 1895 1560 1615 1560 1615 1615 1615 1615 1695 1695 1695 1770 1770 1770 1840 1840 1840 1895

1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Towing weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Engine cc

Trade-in value

List price£

5.9 5.9 5.9 5.9 5.9 5.9 5.9 5.9 8.7 8.7 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.4 7.4 7.4 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.2 5.2 5.2 4.8

1905 1905 1905 1905 1965 1965 1965 1965 1705 1705 1705 1705 1705 1765 1765 1765 1845 1845 1845 1905 1905 1905 1955

1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1600 1600 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Combining all the attributes of the accomplished 3 Series in a sportier body. That grille is certainly a talking point.

D 420d M Sport MH 406 2C 8A 43095 17238 32 60.1 122 1995 188 11 295 - 150 7.1 1680 D 420d M Sport Pro Edition MH - 2C 8A 47895 19158 33 58.9 127 1995 188 11 295 - 150 7.1 1680 D 420d xDrive M Sport MH - 2C 8A 44685 17874 32 56.5 131 1995 188 11 295 - 148 7.4 1745 D 420d xDrive M Sport Pro Edition MH - 2C 8A 49485 19794 33 54.3 136 1995 188 11 295 - 148 7.4 1745 D 430d xDrive M Sport MH - 2C 8A 47735 19094 40 52.3 140 2993 282 11 479 - 155 5.1 1855 D 430d xDrive M Sport Pro Edition MH - 2C 8A 52235 20894 41 51.4 145 2993 282 11 479 - 155 5.1 1855 D M440d xDrive MH - 2C 8A 54330 21732 42 47.9 154 2993 335 11 516 - 155 4.6 1905 D 420d M Sport MH - 2O 8A 48095 19238 40 57.6 129 1995 188 11 295 - 147 7.6 1850 D 420d M Sport Pro Edition MH - 2O 8A 52735 21094 41 55.4 134 1995 188 11 295 - 147 7.6 1850 D 430d M Sport MH - 2C 8A 51165 20466 tba 52.3 141 2993 282 11 479 - 155 5.8 1955 D 430d M Sport Pro Edition MH - 2C 8A 55465 22186 tba 50.4 146 2993 282 11 479 - 155 5.8 1955 D 420d M Sport Gran Coupé MH - 5H 8A 43095 15945 tba 56.5 130 1995 188 11 295 - 146 7.3 1780 D 420d M Sport Pro Edition Gran Coupé MH - 5H 8A 47935 17736 tba 56.5 130 1995 188 11 295 - 146 7.3 1780 D 420d xDrive M Sport Gran Coupé MH - 5H 8A 44685 16533 tba 53.3 138 1995 188 11 295 - 145 7.6 1835 D 420d xDrive M Sport Pro Edition Gran Coupé MH - 5H 8A 49485 18309 tba 53.3 138 1995 188 11 295 - 145 7.6 1835

5 SERIES

1600 1600 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1600 1600 1800 1800 1600 1600 1600 1600

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Extra technology, mild hybridisation and new plug-in hybrid models are the headlines in this revised 5 Series.

530e SE - 4S 8A 48825 21971 39 201.8 31 1998 181 107 221 195 146 PE 530e M Sport - 4S 8A 52325 23546 40 201.8 32 1998 181 107 221 195 146 PE 530e xDrive SE - 4S 8A 50825 22871 40 176.6 37 1998 181 107 221 195 143 PE 530e xDrive M Sport - 4S 8A 54325 24446 40 166.2 38 1998 181 107 221 195 143 PE 545e xDrive SE - 4S 8A 56760 25542 43 166.2 39 2998 282 107 332 195 155 PE 545e xDrive M Sport - 4S 8A 60260 27117 44 156.9 41 2998 282 107 332 195 155 D 520d SE MH - 4S 8A 40265 18925 34 58.9 126 1995 188 11 295 - 146 D 520d M Sport MH - 4S 8A 43765 21445 35 57.6 128 1995 188 11 295 - 146 D 520d xDrive SE MH - 4S 8A 42305 20306 35 55.4 133 1995 188 11 295 - 145 D 520d xDrive M Sport MH - 4S 8A 45805 22903 36 54.3 135 1995 188 11 295 - 145 D 530d xDrive SE MH - 4S 8A 50765 23352 42 51.4 143 2993 282 11 479 - 155 D 530d xDrive M Sport MH - 4S 8A 54265 25505 43 51.4 145 2993 282 11 479 - 155 PE 530e SE Touring - 5E 8A 51075 22984 40 188.3 35 1998 181 107 221 195 140 PE 530e M Sport Touring - 5E 8A 54575 24559 41 176.6 35 1998 181 107 221 195 140 PE 530e xDrive SE Touring - 5E 8A 53075 23884 41 156.9 41 1998 181 107 221 195 140 PE 530e xDrive M Sport Touring - 5E 8A 56575 25459 41 156.9 42 1998 181 107 221 195 140 D 520d SE Touring MH - 5E 8A 42555 19575 34 55.4 134 1995 188 11 295 - 140 D 520d M Sport Touring MH - 5E 8A 46055 22106 35 55.4 135 1995 188 11 295 - 140 D 520d xDrive SE Touring MH - 5E 8A 44555 20495 35 52.3 141 1995 188 11 295 - 138 D 520d xDrive M Sport Touring MH - 5E 8A 48055 23066 36 52.3 142 1995 188 11 295 - 138 D 530d xDrive SE Touring MH - 5E 8A 53350 24008 42 47.9 153 2993 282 11 479 - 155 D 530d xDrive M Sport Touring MH 406 5E 8A 56850 26151 43 47.9 153 2993 282 11 479 - 155 PE

7 SERIES

5.9 5.9 5.9 5.9 4.6 4.6 7.2 7.2 7.2 7.2 5.4 5.4 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 7.6 7.6 7.6 7.6 5.6 5.6

1910 1700 1910 1700 1970 2000 1970 2000 2020 2000 2020 2000 1750 2000 1750 2000 1810 2000 1810 2000 1895 2000 1895 2000 1975 1700 1975 1700 2035 2000 2035 2000 1855 2000 1855 2000 1915 2000 1915 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The grille looks like it could eat you alive, in what is the plushest 7 Series ever. Better efficency and even better tech.

745e - 4S 8A 79690 32673 50 156.9 41 2998 282 111 332 195 155 5.2 2075 0 PE 745e M Sport - 4S 8A 83690 34313 50 141.2 45 2998 282 111 332 195 155 5.2 2075 0 D 730d MH - 4S 8A 71730 29409 49 50.4 147 2993 282 11 479 - 155 5.9 1950 2100 D 730d M Sport MH - 4S 8A 76065 31187 50 51.4 144 2993 282 11 479 - 155 5.9 1950 2100 D 730d xDrive MH - 4S 8A 74805 30670 49 47.1 158 2993 282 11 479 - 155 5.6 2010 2100 D 730d xDrive M Sport MH - 4S 8A 78865 32335 50 47.9 155 2993 282 11 479 - 155 5.6 2010 2100 D 740d xDrive MH - 4S 8A 80045 32818 50 47.1 158 2993 335 11 516 - 155 5.0 2030 2300 D 740d xDrive M Sport MH - 4S 8A 84105 34483 50 47.1 158 2993 335 11 516 - 155 5.0 2030 2300 PE 745Le xDrive M Sport - 4S 8A 90465 37091 50 122.8 52 2998 282 111 332 195 155 5.1 2180 0 D 730Ld MH - 4S 8A 75730 31049 50 49.6 148 2993 282 11 479 - 155 6.0 1990 2100 D 730Ld M Sport MH - 4S 8A 80065 32827 50 50.4 145 2993 282 11 479 - 155 6.0 1990 2100 D 740Ld xDrive MH - 4S 8A 84045 34458 50 46.3 159 2993 335 11 516 - 155 5.1 2075 2300 D 740Ld xDrive M Sport MH - 4S 8A 88105 36123 50 46.3 159 2993 335 11 516 - 155 5.1 2075 2300 PE

8 SERIES

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The new flagship of the BMW line-up, that wraps up the luxury of the 7 Series in a grand sports car silhouette.

D 840d xDrive M Sport MH - 2C 8A 78710 36207 47 44.1 168 2993 335 11 516 - 155 4.8 1990 0 D 840d xDrive M Sport MH - 2O 8A 86050 40444 50 43.5 172 2993 335 11 516 - 155 5.1 2105 0 D 840d xDrive M Sport MH - 4C 8A 79450 42903 47 42.8 172 2993 335 11 516 - 155 5.0 2070 0

X1

RATING Coming Soon

Tweaks to the formula include more technology, better frugality and sharpened looks, along with decent driving prowess. xDrive25e Sport - 5H 6A 38780 16675 30 156.9 40 1499 123 94 162 122 120 6.9 1820 750 PE xDrive25e xLine - 5H 6A 39780 17105 30 156.9 41 1499 123 94 162 122 120 6.9 1820 750 PE xDrive25e M Sport - 5H 6A 40580 18261 30 156.9 41 1499 123 94 162 122 120 6.9 1820 750 D sDrive18d SE - 5H 6M 31690 12993 23 56.5 130 1995 148 - 258 - 128 9.3 1540 1800 D sDrive18d SE - 5H 8A 33330 13665 23 54.3 136 1995 148 - 258 - 128 9.4 1615 1800 D sDrive18d Sport - 5H 6M 33480 14062 23 56.5 130 1995 148 - 258 - 128 9.3 1540 1800 D sDrive18d Sport - 5H 8A 35080 14734 23 54.3 137 1995 148 - 258 - 128 9.4 1615 1800 D sDrive18d xLine - 5H 6M 34480 14482 24 56.5 131 1995 148 - 258 - 128 9.3 1540 1800 D sDrive18d xLine - 5H 8A 36080 15154 24 54.3 137 1995 148 - 258 - 128 9.4 1615 1800 D sDrive18d M Sport - 5H 6M 35280 15523 24 56.5 131 1995 148 - 258 - 128 9.3 1540 1800 D sDrive18d M Sport - 5H 8A 36880 16227 24 53.3 137 1995 148 - 258 - 128 9.4 1615 1800 D xDrive18d SE - 5H 8A 34830 14629 23 51.4 144 1995 148 - 258 - 127 9.4 1680 1800 D xDrive18d Sport - 5H 8A 36580 15729 23 51.4 144 1995 148 - 258 - 127 9.4 1680 1800 D xDrive18d xLine - 5H 8A 37580 16159 24 51.4 145 1995 148 - 258 - 127 9.4 1680 1800 D xDrive18d M Sport - 5H 8A 38380 17271 24 51.4 145 1995 148 - 258 - 127 9.4 1680 1800 D xDrive20d SE - 5H 8A 35890 15074 28 51.4 143 1995 188 - 295 - 136 7.8 1690 2000 D xDrive20d Sport 357 5H 8A 37640 16185 29 51.4 144 1995 188 - 295 - 136 7.8 1690 2000 D xDrive20d xLine - 5H 8A 38640 16615 29 51.4 145 1995 188 - 295 - 136 7.8 1690 2000 D xDrive20d M Sport - 5H 8A 39440 17748 29 51.4 145 1995 188 - 295 - 136 7.8 1690 2000 PE

X2

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The SUV explosion continues at BMW, with this compact and sporty crossover. It’s great both to drive and to look at. xDrive25e Sport - 5C 6A 39390 17726 30 166.2 39 1499 123 94 162 122 120 6.8 1805 PE xDrive25e M Sport - 5C 6A 42460 19107 31 156.9 40 1499 123 94 162 122 120 6.8 1805 PE xDrive25e M Sport X - 5C 6A 42460 19532 31 166.2 39 1499 123 94 162 122 120 6.8 1805 PE xDrive25e M Mesh Edition - 5C 6A 43210 19877 tba 156.9 40 1499 123 94 162 122 120 6.8 1805 D sDrive18d SE - 5C 6M 32685 14055 25 57.6 129 1995 148 - 258 - 129 9.3 1575

750 750 750 750 1800 Towing weight (kg)

5.8 5.8 5.8 5.8 5.8 5.8 5.8 5.8 8.4 8.2 8.4 8.2 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.9 6.9 6.9 5.3 5.3 5.3 5.0 5.0 5.0 4.6

Towing weight (kg)

143 143 143 143 143 143 143 143 141 140 141 140 150 150 150 149 145 145 155 155 155 155 155 155 155

0-62mph

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

Trade-in value

List price£

Issue tested

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

PE

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

A careful evolution of the winning formula, that looks edgier and is more hi-tech than ever before.

330e SE Pro - 4S 8A 40030 17213 33 217.3 30 1998 181 111 221 195 330e Sport Pro - 4S 8A 41430 17815 33 201.8 31 1998 181 111 221 195 PE 330e M Sport - 4S 8A 42135 18118 33 201.8 31 1998 181 111 221 195 PE 330e M Sport Pro Edition - 4S 8A 46635 20053 35 188.3 34 1998 181 111 221 195 PE 330e xDrive SE Pro - 4S 8A 41580 17879 34 201.8 32 1998 181 111 221 195 PE 330e xDrive Sport Pro - 4S 8A 42980 18481 34 201.8 32 1998 181 111 221 195 PE 330e xDrive M Sport - 4S 8A 43685 18785 34 201.8 32 1998 181 111 221 195 PE 330e xDrive M Sport Pro Edition - 4S 8A 48185 20720 35 176.6 36 1998 181 111 221 195 D 318d SE Pro MH - 4S 6M 34900 14658 26 58.9 126 1995 148 11 236 D 318d SE Pro MH - 4S 8A 36440 15305 26 62.8 119 1995 148 11 236 D 318d M Sport MH - 4S 6M 36650 16493 27 57.6 128 1995 148 11 236 D 318d M Sport MH - 4S 8A 38190 17186 27 61.4 121 1995 148 11 236 D 320d SE Pro MH - 4S 8A 37865 14767 30 61.4 119 1995 188 11 295 D 320d M Sport MH - 4S 8A 39665 16659 31 61.4 122 1995 188 11 295 D 320d M Sport Pro Edition MH - 4S 8A 44465 18675 32 57.6 128 1995 188 11 295 D 320d xDrive SE Pro MH - 4S 8A 39455 15782 30 57.6 130 1995 188 11 295 D 320d xDrive M Sport MH 394 4S 8A 41255 17740 31 56.5 132 1995 188 11 295 D 320d xDrive M Sport Pro Edition MH - 4S 8A 46055 19804 32 53.3 138 1995 188 11 295 D 330d Sport Pro MH - 4S 8A 42405 18658 40 56.5 131 2993 282 11 479 D 330d M Sport MH - 4S 8A 42755 19240 40 56.5 131 2993 282 11 479 D 330d M Sport Pro Edition MH - 4S 8A 47255 21265 41 54.3 136 2993 282 11 479 D 330d xDrive Sport Pro MH - 4S 8A 43955 19340 40 53.3 140 2993 282 11 479 D 330d xDrive M Sport MH - 4S 8A 44305 19937 40 53.3 140 2993 282 11 479 D 330d xDrive M Sport Pro Edition MH - 4S 8A 48805 21962 41 51.4 145 2993 282 11 479 D M340d xDrive MH - 4S 8A 53330 23999 42 46.3 159 2993 335 11 516 PE

Kerb weight (kg)

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 10/10

143 143 143 143 140 140 140 140 134 134 143 143 143 140 140 140 155 155 155 155 155 155 155

PE

0-62mph

3 SERIES

221 195 221 195 221 195 221 195 221 195 221 195 221 195 221 195 236 236 295 295 295 295 295 295 479 479 479 479 479 479 516 -

Kerb weight (kg)

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

BMW’s first MPV and front-wheel-drive model in its history. Top marks for versatility but lacks some sparkle on the road.

225xe Sport Active Tourer - 5M 6A 37025 14810 22 176.6 36 1499 134 87 162 122 126 6.7 1735 0 PE 225xe Luxury Active Tourer - 5M 6A 37775 15110 22 176.6 35 1499 134 87 162 122 126 6.7 1735 0 PE 225xe M Sport Active Tourer - 5M 6A 38775 15898 23 176.6 37 1499 134 87 162 122 126 6.7 1735 0 D 216d SE Active Tourer - 5M 6M 27980 10073 11 60.1 122 1496 114 - 199 - 121 11.1 1495 1300 D 216d SE Active Tourer - 5M 7A 29330 10559 11 57.6 127 1496 114 - 199 - 121 11.1 1505 1300 D 216d Sport Active Tourer - 5M 6M 29410 10588 12 60.1 123 1496 114 - 199 - 121 11.1 1495 1300 D 216d Sport Active Tourer - 5M 7A 30760 11074 12 57.6 128 1496 114 - 199 - 121 11.1 1505 1300 D 216d Luxury Active Tourer - 5M 6M 30160 11159 12 60.1 123 1496 114 - 199 - 121 11.1 1495 1300 D 216d Luxury Active Tourer - 5M 7A 31510 11659 12 57.6 128 1496 114 - 199 - 121 11.1 1505 1300 D 216d M Sport Active Tourer - 5M 6M 31160 11841 12 60.1 124 1496 114 - 199 - 121 11.1 1495 1300 D 216d M Sport Active Tourer - 5M 7A 32510 12354 12 57.6 129 1496 114 - 199 - 121 11.1 1505 1300 D 218d SE Active Tourer - 5M 6M 29255 10532 15 60.1 122 1995 148 - 243 - 130 9.0 1520 1300 D 218d SE Active Tourer - 5M 8A 30855 11108 15 56.5 130 1995 148 - 243 - 130 9.1 1555 1300 D 218d Sport Active Tourer - 5M 6M 30685 11047 16 60.1 123 1995 148 - 243 - 130 9.0 1520 1300 D 218d Sport Active Tourer - 5M 8A 32325 11637 16 56.5 131 1995 148 - 243 - 130 9.1 1555 1300 D 218d Luxury Active Tourer - 5M 6M 31435 11317 16 60.1 123 1995 148 - 243 - 130 9.0 1520 1300 D 218d Luxury Active Tourer - 5M 8A 33035 11893 16 56.5 130 1995 148 - 243 - 130 9.1 1555 1300 D 218d M Sport Active Tourer - 5M 6M 32435 12325 16 60.1 124 1995 148 - 243 - 130 9.0 1520 1300 D 218d M Sport Active Tourer - 5M 8A 34075 12949 16 56.5 131 1995 148 - 243 - 130 9.1 1555 1300 D 220d SE Active Tourer - 5M 8A 32695 12097 21 56.5 130 1995 188 - 295 - 138 7.6 1545 1500 D 220d Sport Active Tourer - 5M 8A 34165 12641 21 56.5 131 1995 188 - 295 - 138 7.6 1545 1500 D 220d Luxury Active Tourer - 5M 8A 34875 12904 21 56.5 130 1995 188 - 295 - 138 7.6 1545 1500 D 220d M Sport Active Tourer - 5M 8A 35915 13648 22 56.5 132 1995 188 - 295 - 138 7.6 1545 1500 D 220d xDrive SE Active Tourer - 5M 8A 34235 12325 21 54.3 136 1995 188 - 295 - 139 7.5 1615 1600 D 220d xDrive Sport Active Tourer - 5M 8A 35665 12839 21 54.3 137 1995 188 - 295 - 139 7.5 1615 1600 D 220d xDrive Luxury Active Tourer - 5M 8A 36415 13109 22 54.3 136 1995 188 - 295 - 139 7.5 1615 1600 D 220d xDrive M Sport Active Tourer - 5M 8A 37415 14218 22 53.3 138 1995 188 - 295 - 139 7.5 1615 1600 D 216d SE Gran Tourer - 5M 6M 29900 11960 11 57.6 130 1496 114 - 199 - 119 11.8 1605 1500 D 216d SE Gran Tourer - 5M 7A 31290 12516 11 55.4 135 1496 114 - 199 - 119 11.8 1615 1500 D 216d Sport Gran Tourer - 5M 6M 31190 12476 11 56.5 131 1496 114 - 199 - 119 11.8 1605 1500 D 216d Sport Gran Tourer - 5M 7A 32540 13016 11 54.3 136 1496 114 - 199 - 119 11.8 1615 1500 D 216d Luxury Gran Tourer - 5M 6M 31900 13079 11 56.5 130 1496 114 - 199 - 119 11.8 1605 1500 D 216d Luxury Gran Tourer - 5M 7A 33290 13649 11 55.4 135 1496 114 - 199 - 119 11.8 1615 1500 D 216d M Sport Gran Tourer - 5M 6M 32940 13835 12 56.5 131 1496 114 - 199 - 119 11.8 1605 1500 D 216d M Sport Gran Tourer - 5M 7A 34290 14402 12 54.3 136 1496 114 - 199 - 119 11.8 1615 1500 D 218d SE Gran Tourer - 5M 6M 31175 12158 16 57.6 129 1995 148 - 258 - 127 9.6 1645 1500 D 218d SE Gran Tourer - 5M 8A 32815 12798 16 54.3 137 1995 148 - 258 - 129 9.6 1675 1500 D 218d Sport Gran Tourer - 5M 6M 32425 12970 17 56.5 130 1995 148 - 258 - 127 9.6 1645 1500 D 218d Sport Gran Tourer - 5M 8A 34065 13626 17 54.3 137 1995 148 - 258 - 129 9.6 1675 1500 D 218d Luxury Gran Tourer - 5M 6M 33175 13270 17 57.6 129 1995 148 - 258 - 127 9.6 1645 1500 D 218d Luxury Gran Tourer - 5M 8A 34815 13926 17 54.3 136 1995 148 - 258 - 129 9.6 1675 1500 D 218d M Sport Gran Tourer - 5M 6M 34175 14012 17 56.5 130 1995 148 - 258 - 127 9.6 1645 1500 D 218d M Sport Gran Tourer - 5M 8A 35815 14684 17 54.3 137 1995 148 - 258 - 129 9.6 1675 1500 D 220d Sport Gran Tourer - 5M 8A 35905 14362 20 53.3 138 1995 188 - 295 - 137 8.2 1680 1500 D 220d Luxury Gran Tourer - 5M 8A 36655 14662 21 54.3 137 1995 188 - 295 - 137 8.2 1680 1500 D 220d M Sport Gran Tourer - 5M 8A 37655 15815 21 53.3 138 1995 188 - 295 - 137 8.2 1680 1500 D 220d xDrive Sport Gran Tourer - 5M 8A 37405 14588 21 51.4 143 1995 188 - 295 - 135 8.0 1740 1600 D 220d xDrive Luxury Gran Tourer - 5M 8A 38155 15262 22 52.3 142 1995 188 - 295 - 135 8.0 1740 1600 D 220d xDrive M Sport Gran Tourer 379 5M 8A 39155 15662 22 51.4 143 1995 188 - 295 - 135 8.0 1740 1600 PE

111 111 111 111 111 111 111 111 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11 11

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

2 SERIES ACTIVE TOURER/GRAN TOURER

1600 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300

4 SERIES

CO2g/km

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The first design for the second-generation 2 Series, incorporating a rival for the A3 Saloon and Mercedes-Benz CLA. D 220d M Sport Coupé MH - 2C 8A 36900 14391 tba 60.1 122 1995 188 11 295 - 148 6.9 1655 D 218d Sport Gran Coupé - 4C 6M 29800 14602 24 62.8 119 1998 148 - 258 - 138 8.6 1500 D 218d Sport Gran Coupé - 4C 8A 31400 15386 24 58.9 126 1998 148 - 258 - 138 8.5 1545 D 218d M Sport Gran Coupé - 4C 6M 31750 15240 24 60.1 122 1998 148 - 258 - 138 8.6 1500 D 218d M Sport Gran Coupé - 4C 8A 33350 16008 24 57.6 129 1998 148 - 258 - 138 8.5 1545 D 220d Sport Gran Coupé - 4C 8A 33065 16202 28 57.6 129 1998 188 - 295 - 139 7.5 1580 D 220d M Sport Gran Coupé 404 4C 8A 35055 16826 28 55.4 132 1998 188 - 295 - 139 7.5 1580

1998 181 1998 181 1998 181 1998 181 1998 181 1998 181 1998 181 1998 181 1995 148 1995 148 1995 188 1995 188 1995 188 1995 188 1995 188 1995 188 2993 282 2993 282 2993 282 2993 282 2993 282 2993 282 2993 335

Engine cc

1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1500

Combined mpg (Range)

2 SERIES

1385 1460 1385 1460 1385 1460 1430 1505 1430 1505 1430 1505 1525 1590

32 32 32 35 36 37 37 40 126 128 126 128 134 136 138 143 137 137 142 146 146 151 165

Ins. Group

New 1 Series will have BMW purists up in arms with its move to front-wheel-drive. Sharper and well kitted out.

D 116d SE - 5H 6M 27040 12168 16 62.8 119 1496 114 - 199 - 125 10.3 D 116d SE - 5H 7A 28390 12776 16 61.4 120 1496 114 - 199 - 125 10.1 D 116d Sport - 5H 6M 28040 13179 16 61.4 120 1496 114 - 199 - 125 10.3 D 116d Sport - 5H 7A 29390 13813 16 61.4 121 1496 114 - 199 - 125 10.1 D 116d M Sport - 5H 6M 29840 14025 16 60.1 123 1496 114 - 199 - 125 10.3 D 116d M Sport - 5H 7A 31190 14659 16 60.1 124 1496 114 - 199 - 125 10.1 D 118d SE - 5H 6M 28195 12688 21 61.4 121 1995 148 - 258 - 136 8.5 D 118d SE - 5H 8A 29795 13408 21 58.9 126 1995 148 - 258 - 135 8.4 D 118d Sport - 5H 6M 29195 13430 21 61.4 121 1995 148 - 258 - 136 8.5 D 118d Sport 397 5H 8A 30795 14166 21 58.9 127 1995 148 - 258 - 135 8.4 D 118d M Sport - 5H 6M 30995 14568 22 58.9 125 1995 148 - 258 - 136 8.5 D 118d M Sport - 5H 8A 32595 15320 22 56.5 130 1995 148 - 258 - 135 8.4 D 120d M Sport - 5H 8A 34445 15500 26 55.4 133 1995 188 - 295 - 144 7.3 D 120d xDrive M Sport - 5H 8A 35995 16198 26 53.3 138 1995 188 - 295 - 143 7.0

D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D

201.8 201.8 201.8 188.3 176.6 176.6 176.6 156.9 58.9 57.6 58.9 57.6 55.4 54.3 53.3 51.4 54.3 54.3 52.3 50.4 50.4 48.7 44.8

Trade-in value

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

41530 17858 34 42930 18460 34 43635 18763 35 48135 20698 36 43080 18524 34 44480 19126 35 45185 19430 35 49685 21365 36 37940 15176 25 39690 17067 26 39365 15352 30 41165 17289 31 46005 19322 32 40955 16382 30 42755 18385 30 47555 20449 31 43905 19318 40 44255 19915 40 48755 21940 41 45455 20000 40 45805 20612 40 50640 22788 41 52060 23427 42

Power Source

1 SERIES

CO2g/km

PE

Combined mpg (Range)

PE PE

UK dealers: 139 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: Variable schedule

Power Source

PE

8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A

List price£

BMW

PE

5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E

Issue tested

RATING Coming Soon

403 -

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

NEW BENTAYGA

Revised with less controversial looks and an updated hybrid drivetrain. It sits with a select gathering of super SUVs. Hybrid First Edition - 5H 8A tba tba tba tba tba 2995 335 126 332 258 158 5.5 2648 0 PE Hybrid - 5H 8A tba tba tba tba tba 2995 335 126 332 258 158 5.5 2648 0 PE

330e SE Pro Touring 330e Sport Pro Touring 330e M Sport Touring 330e M Sport Pro Edition Touring 330e xDrive SE Pro Touring 330e xDrive Sport Pro Touring 330e xDrive M Sport Touring 330e xDrive M Sport Pro Edition Touring 318d SE Pro Touring MH 318d M Sport Touring MH 320d SE Pro Touring MH 320d M Sport Touring MH 320d M Sport Pro Edition Touring MH 320d xDrive SE Pro Touring MH 320d xDrive M Sport Touring MH 320d xDrive M Sport Pro Edition Touring MH 330d Sport Pro Touring MH 330d M Sport Touring MH 330d M Sport Pro Edition Touring MH 330d xDrive Sport Pro Touring MH 330d xDrive M Sport Touring MH 330d xDrive M Sport Pro Edition Touring MH M340d xDrive Touring MH

Ins. Group

PE

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

PE

Issue tested

PE

UK dealers: 21 Warranty: 3 years/Unlimited miles Maintenance: 10,000 miles

108

Power Source

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Engine cc

CO2g/km

Combined mpg (Range)

Trade-in value

Ins. Group

List price£

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Issue tested

Power Source

BENTLEY

129 129 129 129 129 129 129 129 129 128 128 128 128 128 137 137 137 137 137

D

xDrive40d M Sport MH

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

40.4

183 2993 335 11 516 - 153 5.5 2290 3500

Towing weight (kg)

- 5C 8A 68235 35482 49

X7

0-62mph

1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000

Engine cc

1610 1575 1610 1575 1610 1575 1610 1575 1610 1675 1675 1675 1675 1675 1675 1675 1675 1675 1675

Trade-in value

9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.4 9.4 9.4 9.4 9.4 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7

CO2g/km

-

Combined mpg (Range)

258 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 295 295 295 295 295

Ins. Group

-

List price£

148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 188 188 188 188 188

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995 1995

Issue tested

136 131 137 131 137 130 136 132 138 143 144 145 143 145 142 144 144 142 145

Power Source

54.3 56.5 54.3 56.5 54.3 56.5 54.3 56.5 53.3 51.4 51.4 51.4 51.4 51.4 52.3 51.4 51.4 52.3 51.4

Towing weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

25 27 27 28 28 28 28 28 28 24 27 27 27 27 29 31 32 32 32

0-62mph

Engine cc

14760 14795 15499 16146 16850 16513 17233 16850 17570 15763 16526 17908 18306 18651 16221 16994 18376 18784 19129

Kerb weight (kg)

CO2g/km

34325 33625 35225 36695 38295 36695 38295 37445 39045 35825 36725 39795 39795 40545 36865 37765 40835 40835 41585

Combined mpg (Range)

7A 6M 7A 6M 7A 6M 7A 6M 7A 7A 7A 7A 7A 7A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A

Trade-in value

5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C 5C

Ins. Group

381 -

List price£

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

sDrive18d SE sDrive18d Sport sDrive18d Sport sDrive18d M Sport sDrive18d M Sport sDrive18d M Sport X sDrive18d M Sport X sDrive18d M Mesh Edition sDrive18d M Mesh Edition xDrive18d SE xDrive18d Sport xDrive18d M Sport xDrive18d M Sport X xDrive18d M Mesh Edition xDrive20d SE xDrive20d Sport xDrive20d M Sport xDrive20d M Sport X xDrive20d M Mesh Edition

Issue tested

Power Source D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D

RATING Coming Soon

BMW’s goes one bigger in the SUV stakes, designed to take on the GLS, Range Rover and top-end Q7s.

D xDrive40d MH - 5H 8A 77710 40409 50 36.2 203 2993 335 11 516 - 153 6.1 2545 3500 D xDrive40d M Sport MH - 5H 8A 80210 41709 50 36.2 204 2993 335 11 516 - 153 6.1 2545 3500

i3

RATING Coming Soon

Take two of BMW’s groundbreaking electric car, with a sporty flavour, too. It’s efficient, desirable and looks neat.

E 120Ah - 5H 1A 31305 13148 28 (182-191) 0 - - 168 - 184 93 7.3 1270 0 E s 120Ah - 5H 1A 32305 13891 29 (173-175) 0 - - 181 - 199 99 6.9 1290 0

i4

RATING Coming Soon

BMW brings EVs to the mainstream with its pure electric i4 Gran Coupé, including the company’s first plug-in M car.

E eDrive40 Sport - 5H 1A 51905 22319 tba 367 0 - - 335 - 317 118 5.7 tba tba E eDrive40 M Sport - 5H 1A 53405 22964 tba 367 0 - - 335 - 317 118 5.7 tba tba E M50 - 5H 1A 63905 27479 tba 316 0 - - 537 - 586 140 3.9 tba tba

iX

RATING Coming Soon

First pure electric SUV BMW on the modular EV toolkit. It may not look pretty, but you can be sure it’ll drive well.

E xDrive40 Sport - 5H 1A 69905 37749 tba 257 0 - - 322 - 465 124 6.1 E xDrive40 M Sport - 5H 1A 72905 39369 tba 257 0 - - 322 - 465 124 6.1 E xDrive50 Sport - 5H 1A 91905 49629 tba 380 0 - - 516 - 564 124 4.6 E xDrive50 M Sport - 5H 1A 94905 51249 tba 380 0 - - 516 - 564 124 4.6

CITROËN

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UK dealers: 135 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles (5 years/100,000 miles if purchased direct from Citroën online) Maintenance: 10,000 miles (C1) 16,000 miles (PureTech & 1.5 BlueHDi) 20,000 miles (2.0 BlueHDi)

C1

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Baby Citroën is all grown up, with funky looks, option of an open roof, and frugal engines. It’s great to drive, too.

P Urban Ride VTi 72 - 5H 5M 12945 3884 10 54.8-58.9 109 998 71 - 69 - 99 14.0 840 P Shine VTi 72 - 5H 5M 13435 4434 10 54.8-58.9 110 998 71 - 69 - 99 14.0 840 P Airscape Shine VTi 72 - 5H 5M 14435 4764 11 54.8-58.9 110 998 71 - 69 - 99 14.0 855

NEW C3

RTING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Tweaks to the design still allows this to stand out in the supermini class. It’s comfortable, frugal and tech-laden.

P Sense PureTech 83 - 5H 5M 15305 5357 13 48.5-54.3 123 1199 82 - 87 - 105 12.5 P Shine PureTech 83 - 5H 5M 16355 5724 14 48.5-54.3 124 1199 82 - 87 - 105 12.5 P Shine PureTech 110 - 5H 6M 17635 6172 21 48.1-53.3 125 1199 109 - 151 - 123 9.4 D Shine BlueHDi 100 - 5H 5M 19175 6711 22 59.1-70.6 112 1499 101 - 184 - 117 10.4 P Saint James PureTech 83 - 5H 5M 16755 5864 tba 48.5-54.3 124 1199 82 - 87 - 105 12.5 P C-Series PureTech 83 - 5H 5M 14180 4963 13 48.5-54.3 124 1199 82 - 87 - 105 12.5 P Shine Plus PureTech 83 - 5H 5M 17955 6284 10 48.5-54.3 124 1199 82 - 87 - 105 12.5 D Shine Plus BlueHDi 100 407 5H 5M 20775 7271 19 59.1-70.6 113 1499 101 - 184 - 117 10.4

NEW C3 AIRCROSS

BADGE ENGINEERING

LO N G TERM TEST

A sportier take on the X3, with a rakish rear roof line. It may be a less practical, but dynamism has been dialled up to 10.

D xDrive20d Sport MH - 5C 8A 45790 22895 33 47.9 153 1995 188 11 295 - 133 7.9 1925 2400 D xDrive20d M Sport MH 379 5C 8A 48640 24806 34 47.9 156 1995 188 11 295 - 133 7.9 1925 2400 D xDrive20d M Sport X MH - 5C 8A 50040 25520 34 47.1 157 1995 188 11 295 - 133 7.9 1925 2400 D xDrive30d Sport MH - 5C 8A 51575 25788 41 46.3 159 2993 282 11 479 - 153 5.7 2005 2400 D xDrive30d M Sport MH - 5C 8A 54425 27757 42 46.3 159 2993 282 11 479 - 153 5.7 2005 2400 D xDrive30d M Sport X MH - 5C 8A 55825 28471 42 45.6 163 2993 282 11 479 - 153 5.7 2005 2400 D M40d MH - 5C 8A 58685 30516 45 43.5 169 2993 335 11 516 - 155 4.9 2095 2400

X5

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Enhanced in every way, including a prettier tail. Revised auto gearbox and M50d features four turbochargers! xDrive45e xLine - 5H 8A 66415 39185 48 235.4 27 2998 282 111 332 195 146 xDrive45e M Sport 398 5H 8A 69915 41250 49 235.4 27 2998 282 111 332 195 146 D xDrive30d xLine MH - 5H 8A 60035 32419 46 41.5 178 2993 282 11 479 - 146 D xDrive30d M Sport MH - 5H 8A 63535 34309 46 42.2 174 2993 282 11 479 - 146 D xDrive40d xLine MH - 5H 8A 62035 33499 49 40.4 184 2993 335 11 516 - 153 D xDrive40d M Sport MH - 5H 8A 65535 35389 49 40.9 180 2993 335 11 516 - 153

PE PE

X6

5.6 5.6 6.1 6.1 5.5 5.5

2510 2700 2510 2700 2265 3500 2265 3500 2275 3500 2275 3500

D D

LEON

LO N G TERM TEST

PE PE PE PE

FORMENTOR

6.7 6.7 7.0 7.0

1671 1671 1717 1717

0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Rather than being based on an existing SEAT, the Formentor SUV Coupé is the first car exclusive to Cupra.

V1 e-Hybrid 204 - 5H 6A 36170 15915 24201.8-235.4 27 1395 148 114 184 243 127 7.8 1681 V2 e-Hybrid 204 LT 5H 6A 38080 16755 24 201.8-217.3 29 1395 148 114 184 243 127 7.8 1681 VZ1 e-Hybrid 245 - 5H 6A 38915 17123 26176.6-188.3 33 1395 148 114 184 243 130 7.0 1704 VZ2 e-Hybrid 245 414 5H 6A 40560 17846 26176.6-188.3 33 1395 148 114 184 243 130 7.0 1704

DACIA

1500 1500 1500 1500

UK dealers: 155 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: 18,000 miles LO N G TERM TEST

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Trade-in value

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

The first electrified product from SEAT’s standalone sporting brand. The Leon is roomy, fast and well kitted out.

VZ2 e-Hybrid 245 - 5H 6A 35205 15490 30 201.8-217.3 30 1395 148 114 184 243 140 PE VZ3 e-Hybrid 245 - 5H 6A 36840 16210 31 201.8-217.3 30 1395 148 114 184 243 140 PE VZ2 e-Hybrid 245 - 5E 6A 36300 15972 31 188.3-201.8 31 1395 148 114 184 243 140 PE VZ3 e-Hybrid 245 - 5E 6A 38265 16837 31 188.3-201.8 31 1395 148 114 184 243 140 PE

PL

Issue tested

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

UK dealers: 58 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: Variable miles

The original SUV-coupé is re-imagined with a more muscular exterior, punchy engines and a good driving experience.

D xDrive30d Sport MH - 5C 8A 61735 31485 49 42.8 172 2993 282 11 479 - 146 6.1 2260 3500 D xDrive30d M Sport MH - 5C 8A 66235 34442 50 42.2 175 2993 282 11 479 - 146 6.1 2260 3500 D xDrive40d Sport MH - 5C 8A 63735 32505 50 41.5 179 2993 335 11 516 - 153 5.5 2290 3500 Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

1200 1200 1200 1200 1200

CUPRA

Power Source

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

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C5 AIRCROSS

1427 1427 1430 1427 1430

P PL

NEW SANDERO

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

A huge jump in technology is afforded the latest Sandero by being based on the Clio chassis. It’s a real cracker.

Access SCe 65 - 5H 5M 7995 3518 7 53.3 120 999 66 - 70 - 98 16.7 1014 980 Essential SCe 65 - 5H 5M 8995 3958 7 53.3 120 999 66 - 70 - 98 16.7 1015 980 Essential TCe 90 - 5H 6M 10395 4574 14 53.3 120 999 90 - 118 - 111 11.7 1052 1100 Essential TCe 100 Bi-Fuel - 5H 6M 10395 4470 14 39.7 109 999 99 - 125 - 114 11.6 1107 1100 Comfort TCe 90 412 5H 6M 11995 5518 14 53.3 120 999 90 - 118 - 111 11.7 1072 1100 Comfort TCe 100 Bi-Fuel LT 5H 6M 11995 5398 14 39.7 109 999 99 - 125 - 114 11.6 1130 1100

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1300 tba 1300 tba 1420 tba 1100 tba 1100 1250

TEST Citroën tackles the SUV market head on with a distinctive, comfort-focused entrant in the large class.

Sense BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 25630 12302 17 50.2-60.8 130 1499 129 - 221 - 117 10.4 1430 1450 Sense BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 27250 13080 17 47.1-57.8 138 1499 129 - 221 - 117 10.4 1499 1250 Shine Plug-in Hybrid - 5H 8A 34375 17531 32 201.8 32 1598 178 109 221 236 140 8.7 1770 1300 Shine BlueHDi 130 389 5H 6M 27485 13193 17 50.2-60.8 130 1499 129 - 221 - 117 10.4 1430 1450 Shine BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 29105 13970 17 47.1-57.8 139 1499 129 - 221 - 117 10.4 1499 1250 Shine Plus Plug-in Hybrid 411 5H 8A 35850 17925 32 201.8 32 1598 178 109 221 236 140 8.7 1770 1300 Shine Plus BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 29085 13670 18 50.2-60.8 132 1499 129 - 221 - 117 10.4 1430 1450 Shine Plus BlueHDi 130 LT 5H 8A 30705 14431 18 47.1-57.8 140 1499 129 - 221 - 117 10.4 1499 1250

0-62mph

X4

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Kerb weight (kg)

RATING Coming Soon

A sportier take on the X3, with a rakish rear roof line. It may be a less practical, but dynamism has been dialled up to 10.

D xDrive20d M Sport MH - 5H 8A 49010 24995 tba 49.6 150 1995 188 11 295 - 133 7.9 1915 2400 D xDrive30d M Sport MH - 5H 8A 54410 27749 tba 45.6 163 2993 282 11 479 - 153 5.7 2010 2400 D M40d MH - 5H 8A 61460 31959 tba 41.5 179 2993 335 11 516 - 155 4.9 2095 2400

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2065 2000 2065 2000 2065 2000 2260 750 2260 750 1910 2400 1910 2400 1910 2400 2005 2400 2005 2400 2005 2400 2095 2400

1430 tba 1430 1430 1540 tba 1540 tba 1540 1540

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

One of our favourite MPVs, the updated C4 SpaceTourer is great value, stylish and perfect for families.

D Live BlueHDi 130 - 5M 6M 28175 10425 24 52.9-62.4 128 1499 129 - 221 D Sense BlueHDi 130 - 5M 6M 30275 11505 25 52.9-62.4 129 1499 129 - 221 D Sense BlueHDi 130 - 5M 8A 31875 12113 25 47.1-57.8 135 1499 129 - 221 D Shine BlueHDi 130 - 5M 6M 32525 12034 25 52.9-62.4 130 1499 129 - 221 D Shine BlueHDi 130 - 5M 8A 34125 12626 25 47.1-57.8 136 1499 129 - 221

CO2g/km

NEW X4

6.1 6.1 6.1 6.8 6.8 7.9 7.9 7.9 5.7 5.7 5.7 4.9

GRAND C4 SPACETOURER

Engine cc

A boost to interior space, technology, as well as a new 3.0-litre engine, marks out this third-generation SUV. xDrive30e SE - 5H 8A 49250 27580 38 148.7 44 1998 181 107 221 195 131 PE xDrive30e xLine - 5H 8A 50150 28084 38 148.7 44 1998 181 107 221 195 131 PE xDrive30e M Sport - 5H 8A 51900 29583 39 141.2 45 1998 181 107 221 195 131 E iX3 Premier Edition - 5H 8A 58850 33545 44 (285) 0 - - 282 - 295 112 E iX3 Premier Edition Pro - 5H 8A 61850 35255 45 (285) 0 - - 282 - 295 112 D xDrive20d SE MH - 5H 8A 43070 18951 33 47.9 154 1995 188 11 295 - 133 D xDrive20d xLine MH - 5H 8A 43970 19787 33 47.9 154 1995 188 11 295 - 133 D xDrive20d M Sport MH 376 5H 8A 45720 21031 33 47.1 156 1995 188 11 295 - 133 D xDrive30d SE MH - 5H 8A 48855 21496 41 45.6 161 2993 282 11 479 - 153 D xDrive30d xLine MH - 5H 8A 49755 22390 41 45.6 161 2993 282 11 479 - 153 D xDrive30d M Sport MH - 5H 8A 51505 23692 41 45.6 163 2993 282 11 479 - 153 D M40d MH - 5H 8A 56060 26348 43 43.5 171 2993 335 11 516 - 155 PE

0 0 0 tba tba 1200 tba 1200 1200 tba 1200 1200

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The van-based Berlingo offers incredible space, impressive engines and a surprisingly sophisticated interior.

D Feel BlueHDi 100 - 5M 5M 22520 9008 10 48.0-57.4 135 1499 101 - 184 - 107 12.7 E ë Feel - 5M 1A 29575 tba tba tba 0 - - tba - tba tba tba D Flair BlueHDi 100 - 5M 5M 24010 10084 10 48.0-57.4 137 1499 101 - 184 - 107 12.7 D Rip Curl BlueHDi 100 - 5M 8A 24620 10340 11 48.0-57.4 137 1499 101 - 184 - 107 tba D Flair XTR BlueHDi 130 - 5M 6M 26140 10979 11 48.0-57.0 138 1499 129 - 221 - 116 10.3 E ë Flair XTR - 5M 1A 32280 tba tba tba 0 - - tba - tba tba tba D XL Feel BlueHDi 100 - 5M 5M 24520 9808 10 48.0-57.4 139 1499 101 - 184 - 107 13.0 E XL ë Feel - 5M 1A 31575 tba tba tba 0 - - tba - tba tba tba D XL Flair BlueHDi 100 385 5M 5M 26010 10924 10 48.0-57.4 140 1499 101 - 184 - 107 13.0 D XL Flair XTR BlueHDi 130 - 5M 6M 28140 11256 11 48.0-57.0 142 1499 129 - 221 - 116 10.7

Combined mpg (Range)

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

BERLINGO

Ins. Group

2065 2000 1915 2400 1915 2400 2010 2400 2080 2400

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Trade-in value

6.1 7.9 7.9 5.7 4.9

NEW C4

Citroën has found its mojo with a different take on the medium car. It’s roomy, quirky and super comfy to drive. ë Sense Plus - 5H 1A 30895 10813 22 (217) 0 - - 134 - 221 93 9.0 1541 ë Shine - 5H 1A 31845 11146 22 (217) 0 - - 134 - 221 93 9.0 1541 ë Shine Plus - 5H 1A 32495 11373 22 (217) 0 - - 134 - 221 93 9.0 1541 Sense PureTech 100 - 5H 6M 21260 7441 13 tba 122 1199 tba - tba - tba tba tba Sense BlueHDi 110 - 5H 6M 23010 7823 16 tba 114 1499 tba - tba - tba tba tba Sense Plus PureTech 130 - 5H 6M 23260 8141 19 47.3-54.7 122 1199 129 - 170 - 130 8.9 1247 Sense Plus BlueHDi 110 - 5H 6M 24110 8197 16 tba 114 1499 tba - tba - tba tba tba Sense Plus BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 26310 8945 20 56.8-64.9 121 1499 129 - 221 - 128 9.5 1324 Shine PureTech 130 - 5H 6M 24260 8491 19 47.3-54.7 120 1199 129 - 170 - 130 8.9 1247 Shine BlueHDi 110 - 5H 6M 25110 8537 16 tba 113 1499 tba - tba - tba tba tba Shine BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 27310 9285 21 56.8-64.9 120 1499 129 - 221 - 128 9.5 1324 Shine Plus BlueHDi 130 413 5H 8A 28510 9693 21 56.8-64.9 121 1499 129 - 221 - 128 9.5 1324

List price£

131 133 133 153 155

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Issue tested

RATING Coming Soon

A larger front grille, bigger infotainment screen and tweaked looks are the main changes for this 2021 X3. xDrive30e M Sport - 5H 8A 52400 29868 tba 134.5 46 1998 181 107 221 195 D xDrive20d xLine MH - 5H 8A 44310 19940 tba 48.7 152 1995 188 11 295 D xDrive20d M Sport MH - 5H 8A 46110 21211 tba 47.9 154 1995 188 11 295 D xDrive30d M Sport MH - 5H 8A 51510 23695 tba 44.8 164 2993 282 11 479 D M40d MH - 5H 8A 58560 27523 tba 40.9 181 2993 335 11 516 -

X3

450 450 600 600 450 450 450 600

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

While the first-generation Ka was based on outdated Fiesta underpinnings, when it came to launching the mk2, Ford teamed up with Fiat, utilising both the Fiat 500 platform and the plant in Tychy, Poland, to make it. But whereas the 500 was available with larger 1.4 and the innovative TwinAir engines, the Ford Ka was sold exclusively with the 1.2 petrol and 1.3 MultiJet diesel engines, badged TDCi. Both cars utilised the same hard points for their design and so the silhouettes and stance are vaguely similar. Unusually for a Ford, the Ka was outsold by the 500 by a significant margin in the UK, as well as across Europe. The 500 arrived in the UK in 2007, while it wasn’t until the following year that the Ka appeared in showrooms. The Blue Oval badged model soldiered on until 2016 before being deleted, while Fiat continues to sell updated versions of the 500 now.

NEW X3

980 980 1090 1090 980 980 980 1090

C3 Aircross gets a nose inspired by the C-Xperience concept car, as well as more technology and personalisation.

D Shine BlueHDi 110 - 5H 6M 21060 8003 15 56.2-67.2 123 1499 109 - 184 - 114 10.8 1205 840 D Shine Plus BlueHDi 110 416 5H 6M 22670 8615 15 56.2-67.2 125 1499 109 - 184 - 114 10.8 1205 840

FIAT 500 AND FORD KA

PE

0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Stunning looking family hatch that manages to be oppulent and sporty at the same time. We can’t wait to drive it.

La Première E-Tense 225 - 5H 8A 43100 19826 tba tba tba 1598 178 107 221 236 tba tba tba tba

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DS 7 CROSSBACK

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

A leftfield choice for the style-conscious seeking a more avant-garde take on premium SUV motoring.

Performance Line BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 34320 16474 22 48.7-53.3 139 1499 129 - 221 - 121 10.7 Performance Line E-Tense 225 - 5H 8A 41550 21191 31 157.2-176.6 35 1598 178 107 221 236 140 8.9 Performance Line + BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 37420 17962 23 48.7-53.3 140 1499 129 - 221 - 121 10.7 Performance Line + E-Tense 225 - 5H 8A 44650 22772 31 157.2-176.6 36 1598 178 107 221 236 140 8.9 Performance Line + E-Tense 4x4 300 - 5H 8A 49650 25322 39166.2-188.3 35 1598 197 219 221 249 149 5.9 Rivoli BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 38370 18418 23 48.7-53.3 141 1499 129 - 221 - 121 10.7 Rivoli E-Tense 225 - 5H 8A 45600 23256 31 157.2-176.6 36 1598 178 107 221 236 140 8.9 Rivoli E-Tense 4x4 300 - 5H 8A 50600 25806 39166.2-188.3 35 1598 197 219 221 249 149 5.9 Opera E-Tense 225 - 5H 8A 48700 24837 31 157.2-176.6 36 1598 178 107 221 236 140 8.9 Opera E-Tense 4x4 300 - 5H 8A 53700 27387 39166.2-188.3 35 1598 197 219 221 249 149 5.9

DS 9

1428 1760 1428 1760 1825 1428 1760 1825 1760 1825

1430 1250 1430 1250 1200 1430 1250 1200 1250 1200

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

It’s been a long time coming, but DS’s executive saloon is finally available to order. No diesel, just petrol and plug-in hybrid.

Performance Line + E-Tense 225 - 4S 8A 46100 21206 tba176.6-256.8 33 1598 178 107 221 236 149 8.3 1839 1200 PE Rivoli + E-Tense 225 - 4S 8A 49200 22632 tba176.6-256.8 34 1598 178 107 221 236 149 8.3 1839 1200 PE

FIAT UK dealers: 138 Warranty: 3 years/Unlimited miles Maintenance: 12,000 miles (9,000 miles 500)

NEW 500

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

An all-new Fiat 500 doesn’t come along very often, so it’s good to know that this electric one is better than ever.

E Action - 3H 1A 20995 8608 14 (118) 0 - - 94 - 162 84 9.5 E Passion - 3H 1A 24495 10043 16 (196-199) 0 - - 117 - 162 93 9.0 E Icon - 3H 1A 25995 10658 16 (194-199) 0 - - 117 - 162 93 9.0 E La Prima 415 3H 1A 27995 11478 17 (193-194) 0 - - 117 - 162 93 9.0 E Convertible Passion - 2O 1A 27145 11129 21 (188) 0 - - 117 - 162 93 9.0 E Convertible Icon - 2O 1A 28645 11744 20 (186-188) 0 - - 117 - 162 93 9.0 E Convertible La Prima - 2O 1A 30995 12708 21 (185) 0 - - 117 - 162 93 9.0

500

1255 1365 1365 1365 1405 1405 1405

0 0 0 0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Cutesy styling mildly updated, but it’s still well priced, fun and frugal and appealing to a wide range of buyers.

P Pop 1.0 MH - 3H 6M 13425 4833 8 53.3-56.5 114 999 69 5 66 - 104 13.8 P Connect 1.0 MH - 3H 6M 15155 5456 9 53.3-56.5 114 999 69 5 66 - 104 13.8 P Hey Google 1.0 MH - 3H 6M 16155 5654 9 53.3-56.5 115 999 69 5 66 - 104 13.8 P Dolcevita 1.0 MH - 3H 6M 15155 5304 9 53.3-56.5 115 999 69 5 66 - 104 13.8 P Dolcevita Plus 1.0 MH - 3H 6M 16655 5829 9 53.3-56.5 115 999 69 5 66 - 104 13.8 P Sport 1.0 MH - 3H 6M 16655 6162 9 53.3-56.5 116 999 69 5 66 - 104 13.8 P C Pop 1.0 MH - 2O 6M 16075 4823 11 53.3-56.5 116 999 69 5 66 - 104 13.8 P C Connect 1.0 MH - 2O 6M 17805 5342 12 53.3-56.5 115 999 69 5 66 - 104 13.8 P C Hey Google 1.0 MH - 2O 6M 18805 5830 12 53.3-56.5 117 999 69 5 66 - 104 13.8 P C Dolcevita 1.0 MH - 2O 6M 17805 5520 12 53.3-56.5 117 999 69 5 66 - 104 13.8 P C Dolcevita Plus 1.0 MH - 2O 6M 19305 5792 12 53.3-56.5 117 999 69 5 66 - 104 13.8 P C Sport 1.0 MH - 2O 6M 19305 5792 12 53.3-56.5 118 999 69 5 66 - 104 13.8

PANDA

980 980 980 980 980 980 980 980 980 980 980 980

800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800 800

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Fiat’s solution to the urban crush is a practical pipsqueak with pizzazz. It’s pretty cheap and nicely kitted out too.

P City Life 1.0 MH - 5H 6M 13130 4727 6 50.4-54.3 121 999 69 5 68 - 102 13.9 1055 800 P Sport 1.0 MH - 5H 6M 13830 4979 6 50.4-54.3 121 999 69 5 68 - 102 13.9 1055 800 P City Cross 1.0 MH - 5H 6M 14530 5231 5 49.6-52.3 122 999 69 5 68 - 96 14.7 1055 800

FORD UK dealers: 435 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles (3 years,100,000 miles Tourneo Connect) Maintenance: 18,000 miles (10,000 miles 1.5-litre EcoBlue), (12,500 miles Mondeo Hybrid, Ranger, Tourneo Connect Automatic)

FIESTA

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DieselCar & EcoCar

List price£

Issue tested

110

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

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Power Source

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

It may look similar at the front, but it is totally different inside and at the back. It’s still the benchmark for driving prowess.

P Trend 1.1 Ti-VCT - 3H 6M 16645 6492 4 52.3-53.3 121 tba 74 - 77 - 103 14.7 1152 P Trend 1.0T EcoBoost - 3H 6M 17395 6958 10 50.4-53.3 120 998 99 - 125 - 112 10.8 tba P Trend 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 3H 6M 18515 7406 15 52.3-57.6 112 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.4 1212 P ST-Line Edition 1.0T EcoBoost - 3H 6M 19845 8732 11 50.4-53.3 123 998 99 - 125 - 112 10.8 tba P ST-Line Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 3H 6M 20965 9225 15 52.3-57.6 116 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.4 1212 P ST-Line Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 3H 7A 22465 8537 15 49.6-53.3 122 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.6 tba P ST-Line Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 3H 6M 21635 9519 17 52.3-56.5 116 998 153 - 177 - 136 8.9 1214 P ST-Line Edition X 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 3H 6M 22290 10031 15 52.3-57.6 121 998 123 - 155 - 126 9.4 1212 P ST-Line Edition X 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 3H 6M 22960 10332 17 52.3-56.5 120 998 153 - 177 - 136 8.9 1214 P Trend 1.1 Ti-VCT - 5H 6M 17045 6988 4 52.3-53.3 121 tba 74 - 77 - 103 14.7 1164 P Trend 1.0T EcoBoost - 5H 6M 17795 7474 10 50.4-53.3 120 998 99 - 125 - 112 10.8 tba P Trend 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 18915 7944 15 52.3-57.6 112 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.4 1217 P Titanium 1.0T EcoBoost - 5H 6M 19145 7275 11 50.4-53.3 121 998 99 - 125 - 112 10.8 tba P Titanium 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 20265 7701 15 52.3-57.6 113 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.4 1217 P Titanium 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 7A 21765 8271 15 49.6-53.3 119 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.6 tba P Titanium 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 20935 7955 17 52.3-56.5 113 998 153 - 177 - 136 8.9 1219 P Titanium X 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 21840 8954 15 52.3-57.6 115 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.4 1217 P Titanium X 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 7A 23340 9569 15 49.6-53.3 121 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.6 tba P Titanium X 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 22510 9229 17 52.3-56.5 115 998 153 - 177 - 136 8.9 1219 P Vignale Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 23590 10380 13 52.3-57.6 115 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.4 1217 P Vignale Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 7A 25090 11040 13 49.6-53.3 121 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.6 tba P Vignale Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 24260 10674 15 52.3-56.5 115 998 153 - 177 - 136 8.9 1219 P Active Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 21605 9722 15 49.6-53.3 119 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.4 1217 P Active Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 7A 23105 10397 15 52.3-56.5 124 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.6 tba P Active Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 22275 10024 17 52.3-56.5 118 998 153 - 177 - 136 8.9 1219 P Active X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 22950 11246 15 49.6-53.3 123 998 123 - 155 - 126 9.4 1217 P Active X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 23620 11574 17 52.3-56.5 122 998 153 - 177 - 136 8.9 1219 P ST-Line Edition 1.0T EcoBoost - 5H 6M 20245 9110 10 50.4-53.3 124 998 99 - 125 - 112 10.8 tba P ST-Line Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 21365 9614 15 52.3-57.6 116 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.4 1217 P ST-Line Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 7A 22865 8689 15 49.6-53.3 122 998 123 - 155 - 124 9.6 tba P ST-Line Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 22035 9916 17 52.3-56.5 117 998 153 - 177 - 136 8.9 1219 P ST-Line Edition X 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 22690 10211 15 52.3-57.6 121 998 123 - 155 - 126 9.4 1217 P ST-Line Edition X 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 23360 10512 17 52.3-56.5 120 998 153 - 177 - 136 8.9 1219

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KUGA

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

More crossover than full-on SUV, with electrification available for the first time. Looks like a pumped up Focus.

Zetec 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 26905 12645 12 57.6-60.1 123 1499 118 - 221 - 112 11.7 1576 1500 Zetec 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 28405 13350 11 51.4-53.3 137 1499 118 - 221 - 110 12.0 1599 1500 Titanium Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 28765 13807 14 57.6-60.1 124 1499 118 - 221 - 112 11.7 1576 1500 Titanium Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 30305 14546 13 51.4-53.3 139 1499 118 - 221 - 110 12.0 1599 1500 Titanium Edition 2.0 EcoBlue mHEV 402 5H 6M 29815 14013 17 55.4-57.6 128 1995 148 - 273 - 121 9.6 1680 1900 Titanium Edition 2.0 EcoBlue AWD - 5H 8A 33905 15935 20 47.9-49.6 150 1995 188 - 295 - 129 8.7 1735 2100 ST-Line Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 30565 14060 14 57.6-60.1 124 1499 118 - 221 - 112 11.7 1576 1500 ST-Line Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 32105 14768 14 51.4-53.3 138 1499 118 - 221 - 110 12.0 1599 1500 ST-Line Edition 2.0 EcoBlue mHEV - 5H 6M 31615 14543 18 55.4-57.6 128 1995 148 - 273 - 121 9.6 1680 1900 ST-Line Edition 2.0 EcoBlue AWD - 5H 8A 35705 16424 22 47.9-49.6 150 1995 188 - 295 - 129 8.7 1735 2100 ST-Line Edition 2.5 Hybrid - 5H CVT 33595 18141 20 48.7-52.3 125 2488 tba tba tba tba 122 9.1 1701 1600 - 5H CVT 36555 19740 21 201.8 32 2488 150 130 148 170 125 9.2 1844 1200 ST-Line Edition 2.5 PHEV ST-Line X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 31665 14883 14 57.6-60.1 130 1499 118 - 221 - 112 11.7 1576 1500 ST-Line X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 33205 15606 14 51.4-53.3 144 1499 118 - 221 - 110 12.0 1599 1500 ST-Line X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue mHEV - 5H 6M 32755 15067 19 55.4-57.6 134 1995 148 - 273 - 121 9.6 1680 1900 ST-Line X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue AWD - 5H 8A 37140 17456 22 47.9-49.6 156 1995 188 - 295 - 129 8.7 1735 2100 ST-Line X Edition 2.5 Hybrid - 5H CVT 34735 19104 20 48.7-52.3 133 2488 tba tba tba tba 122 9.1 1701 1600 LT 5H CVT 37655 20710 21 201.8 32 2488 150 130 148 170 125 9.2 1844 1200 ST-Line X Edition 2.5 PHEV Vignale 2.0 EcoBlue mHEV - 5H 6M 34055 15325 18 55.4-57.6 134 1995 148 - 273 - 121 9.6 1680 1900 Vignale 2.0 EcoBlue AWD LT 5H 8A 38440 17298 21 47.9-49.6 155 1995 188 - 295 - 129 8.7 1735 2100 Vignale 2.5 Hybrid - 5H CVT 36035 19819 20 48.7-52.3 132 2488 tba tba tba tba 122 9.1 1701 1600 - 5H CVT 38955 21036 21 201.8 32 2488 150 130 148 170 125 9.2 1844 1200 Vignale 2.5 PHEV

MONDEO

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Mondeo Estate goes hybrid, and all models get a series of tweaks, including new EcoBlue engines.

Zetec Edition 2.0 TiVCT Hybrid - 4S CVT 27150 11403 21 47.9-50.4 127 1999 138 46 128 173 116 9.2 1696 750

PE

Towing weight (kg)

1523 0 1523 0 1205 1200 1523 0 1523 0 1523 0

0-62mph

DS 4

8.7 8.7 9.7 8.7 8.7 8.7

Kerb weight (kg)

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

1280 1280 1280 1280 1280

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

DS 3 CROSSBACK

Interestingly different take on the baby SUV with upmarket pretentions. It’s as chic as a Louis Vuitton handbag.

E Prestige E-Tense - 5H 1A 31500 15750 28 (191-206) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 E Ultra Prestige E-Tense 404 5H 1A 38600 19300 30 (191-206) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 D Performance Line BlueHDi 110 - 5H 6M 26840 12346 16 54.4-62.8 120 1499 109 - 184 - 120 E Performance Line E-Tense - 5H 1A 31900 16269 27 (191-206) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 E Performance Line + E-Tense - 5H 1A 37400 19074 28 (191-206) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 E Ines De La Fressange E-Tense - 5H 1A 38400 19584 28 (191-206) 0 - - 134 - 192 93

FOCUS

9.8 8.9 9.8 9.8 9.8

New Focus is transformed with more technology, extra space and a hugely refined, dynamic driving experience.

Zetec Edition 1.0T EcoBoost - 5H 6M 22215 8664 12 50.4-51.4 124 999 123 - 148 - 124 10.0 1280 1100 Zetec Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 22935 8945 13 51.4-55.4 116 999 123 - 155 - 124 10.0 1344 1100 Zetec Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 22615 9498 14 62.8-67.3 111 1499 118 - 221 - 122 10.0 1363 1400 Zetec Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 24045 10099 14 57.6-61.4 121 1499 118 - 221 - 120 10.2 1394 1400 MH Titanium Edition 1.0T EcoBoost - 5H 6M 24015 9366 13 51.4-55.4 117 999 123 - 155 - 124 10.0 1344 1100 Titanium Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 24685 9627 15 50.4-54.3 118 999 153 - 177 - 131 9.2 1344 1100 Titanium Edition 1.5 EcoBlue 396 5H 6M 23725 9490 14 62.8-67.3 111 1499 118 - 221 - 122 10.0 1363 1400 Titanium Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 25155 10062 14 57.6-61.4 121 1499 118 - 221 - 120 10.2 1394 1400 Titanium Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 25155 9559 18 57.6-61.4 122 1996 148 - 273 - 130 8.5 1493 1800 Titanium Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 26605 10110 18 55.4-58.9 126 1996 148 - 273 - 129 9.3 1518 1600 Titanium X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 25595 9982 14 51.4-55.4 118 999 123 - 155 - 124 10.0 1344 1100 Titanium X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 26265 10243 16 50.4-54.3 119 999 153 - 177 - 131 9.2 1344 1100 Titanium X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 25325 10637 15 62.8-67.3 112 1499 118 - 221 - 122 10.0 1363 1400 Titanium X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 26755 11237 15 57.6-61.4 122 1499 118 - 221 - 120 10.2 1394 1400 Titanium X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 26755 10702 18 57.6-61.4 122 1996 148 - 273 - 130 8.5 1493 1800 Titanium X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 28185 11274 18 55.4-58.9 127 1996 148 - 273 - 129 9.3 1518 1600 Active Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 24465 10765 12 51.4-55.4 120 999 123 - 155 - 122 10.3 1344 1100 Active Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 25135 10557 16 50.4-54.3 121 999 153 - 177 - 129 9.5 1344 1100 Active Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 24175 10879 14 62.8-67.3 114 1499 118 - 221 - 119 10.8 1363 1400 Active Edition 1.5 EcoBlue 387 5H 8A 25585 11513 14 57.6-61.4 124 1499 118 - 221 - 117 10.7 1394 1400 Active X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 26915 11304 13 51.4-55.4 121 999 123 - 155 - 122 10.3 1344 1100 Active X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 27585 11586 16 50.4-54.3 122 999 153 - 177 - 129 9.5 1344 1100 Active X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 26625 11715 15 62.8-67.3 115 1499 118 - 221 - 119 10.8 1363 1400 Active X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 28035 12335 15 57.6-61.4 125 1499 118 - 221 - 117 10.7 1394 1400 Active X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 28005 11762 18 57.6-61.4 126 1996 148 - 273 - 128 9.1 1493 1800 Active X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 29505 12392 18 55.4-58.9 130 1996 148 - 273 - 127 9.3 1518 1600 ST-Line Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 24665 10853 13 51.4-55.4 117 999 123 - 155 - 124 10.0 1344 1100 ST-Line Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 25335 11147 15 50.4-54.3 120 999 153 - 177 - 131 9.2 1344 1100 ST-Line Edition 1.5 EcoBlue 382 5H 6M 24375 10969 14 62.8-67.3 113 1499 118 - 221 - 122 10.0 1363 1400 ST-Line Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 25805 11612 14 57.6-61.4 123 1499 118 - 221 - 120 10.2 1394 1400 ST-Line Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 25785 11603 18 57.6-61.4 123 1996 148 - 273 - 130 8.5 1493 1800 ST-Line Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 27255 12265 18 55.4-58.9 128 1996 148 - 273 - 129 9.3 1518 1600 ST-Line X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 26665 11199 14 51.4-55.4 121 999 123 - 155 - 124 10.0 1344 1100 ST-Line X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 27160 11407 17 50.4-54.3 122 999 153 - 177 - 131 9.2 1344 1100 ST-Line X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 26575 11693 15 62.8-67.3 116 1499 118 - 221 - 122 10.0 1363 1400 ST-Line X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue 405 5H 8A 27985 12313 15 57.6-61.4 127 1499 118 - 221 - 120 10.2 1394 1400 ST-Line X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5H 6M 27945 11737 18 57.6-61.4 127 1996 148 - 273 - 130 8.5 1493 1800 ST-Line X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5H 8A 29445 12367 18 55.4-58.9 132 1996 148 - 273 - 129 9.3 1518 1600 ST 2.0 EcoBlue 396 5H 6M 30255 15733 23 53.3 139 1996 188 - 295 - 137 7.6 1548 1800 MH Zetec Edition 1.0T EcoBoost - 5E 6M 24095 9397 13 51.4-55.4 118 999 123 - 155 - 123 10.3 1388 1000 Zetec Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 6M 23845 8823 14 62.8-67.3 112 1499 118 - 221 - 120 10.3 1395 1400 Zetec Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 8A 25335 9374 14 57.6-61.4 122 1499 118 - 221 - 119 10.5 1454 1400 Titanium Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5E 6M 25195 9826 13 51.4-55.4 118 999 123 - 155 - 123 10.3 1388 1000 Titanium Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5E 6M 25865 10087 15 50.4-54.3 120 999 153 - 177 - 130 9.4 1388 1000 Titanium Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 6M 24905 8966 14 62.8-67.3 112 1499 118 - 221 - 120 10.3 1395 1400 Titanium Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 8A 26335 9481 14 57.6-61.4 123 1499 118 - 221 - 119 10.5 1454 1400 Titanium Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5E 6M 26335 9217 18 57.6-61.4 122 1996 148 - 273 - 129 8.7 1533 1800 Titanium Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5E 8A 27765 9718 18 55.4-58.9 127 1996 148 - 273 - 127 9.5 1559 1600 Titanium X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5E 6M 26795 10450 14 51.4-55.4 119 999 123 - 155 - 123 10.3 1388 1000 Titanium X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5E 6M 27465 10711 16 50.4-54.3 120 999 153 - 177 - 130 9.4 1388 1000 Titanium X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 6M 26525 10080 15 62.8-67.3 113 1499 118 - 221 - 120 10.3 1395 1400 Titanium X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 8A 27955 10623 15 57.6-61.4 124 1499 118 - 221 - 119 10.5 1454 1400 Titanium X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5E 6M 27955 10343 18 57.6-61.4 123 1996 148 - 273 - 129 8.7 1533 1800 Titanium X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5E 8A 29385 10872 18 55.4-58.9 128 1996 148 - 273 - 127 9.5 1559 1600 Active Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5E 6M 25645 10771 12 51.4-55.4 122 999 123 - 155 - 120 10.6 1388 1000 Active Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5E 6M 26315 11052 16 50.4-54.3 123 999 153 - 177 - 127 9.7 1388 1000 Active Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 6M 25355 10142 14 62.8-67.3 115 1499 118 - 221 - 118 11.1 1395 1400 Active Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 8A 26805 10722 14 57.6-61.4 126 1499 118 - 221 - 116 11.0 1454 1400 Active X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5E 6M 28115 11808 13 51.4-55.4 124 999 123 - 155 - 120 10.6 1388 1000 MH Active X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost - 5E 6M 28785 12090 16 50.4-54.3 125 999 153 - 177 - 127 9.7 1388 1000 Active X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 6M 27775 11110 15 62.8-67.3 117 1499 118 - 221 - 118 11.1 1395 1400 Active X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 8A 29235 11694 15 57.6-61.4 128 1499 118 - 221 - 116 11.0 1454 1400 Active X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5E 6M 29165 11083 18 57.6-61.4 127 1996 148 - 273 - 127 9.3 1533 1800 Active X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5E 8A 30655 11649 18 55.4-58.9 132 1996 148 - 273 - 126 9.5 1559 1600 ST-Line Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5E 6M 25845 11113 13 51.4-55.4 122 999 123 - 155 - 123 10.3 1388 1000 ST-Line Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5E 6M 26515 11401 15 50.4-54.3 123 999 153 - 177 - 130 9.4 1388 1000 ST-Line Edition 1.5 EcoBlue 383 5E 6M 25555 10222 14 62.8-67.3 115 1499 118 - 221 - 120 10.3 1395 1400 ST-Line Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 8A 26985 10794 14 57.6-61.4 126 1499 118 - 221 - 119 10.5 1454 1400 ST-Line Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5E 6M 26965 10786 18 57.6-61.4 125 1996 148 - 273 - 129 8.7 1533 1800 ST-Line Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5E 8A 28395 11358 18 55.4-58.9 130 1996 148 - 273 - 127 9.5 1559 1600 ST-Line X Edition 1.0T EcoBoost MH - 5E 6M 28085 11796 14 50.4-54.3 125 999 123 - 155 - 123 10.3 1388 1000 ST-Line X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 6M 27795 11118 15 62.8-67.3 118 1499 118 - 221 - 120 10.3 1395 1400 ST-Line X Edition 1.5 EcoBlue - 5E 8A 29205 11682 15 57.6-61.4 129 1499 118 - 221 - 119 10.5 1454 1400 ST-Line X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue - 5E 6M 29165 11083 18 57.6-61.4 128 1996 148 - 273 - 129 8.7 1533 1800 ST-Line X Edition 2.0 EcoBlue LT 5E 8A 30705 11668 18 55.4-58.9 133 1996 148 - 273 - 127 9.5 1559 1600 ST 2.0 EcoBlue - 5E 6M 31655 16144 23 53.3 139 1996 188 - 295 - 137 7.7 1585 1800

CO2g/km

UK dealers: 36 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: 16,000 miles (1.5 BlueHDi) 20,000 miles (2.0 BlueHDi)

P P D D P P D D D D P P D D D D P P D D P P D D D D P P D D D D P P D D D D D P D D P P D D D D P P D D D D P P D D P P D D D D P P D D D D P D D D D D

Engine cc

DS AUTOMOBILES

LO N G TERM TEST

Combined mpg (Range)

1300 1300 1500 1500 1300 1500 1500

Ins. Group

1252 1252 1320 1405 1252 1320 1405

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Trade-in value

104 13.8 104 13.8 113 10.3 108 10.2 104 13.8 113 10.3 108 10.2

Issue tested

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

Engine cc

Trade-in value

List price£

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Same winning formula that makes it cracking value for money against similarly sized rivals.

Essential TCe 100 Bi-Fuel 4x2 - 5H 6M 13395 7099 11 33.6 130 999 99 - 125 Comfort TCe 100 Bi-Fuel 4x2 - 5H 6M 15095 8151 11 33.6 130 999 99 - 125 Comfort Blue dCi 115 4x2 - 5H 6M 16945 7625 14 57.7 128 1461 114 - 192 Comfort Blue dCi 115 4x4 400 5H 6M 19245 8468 15 51.4 143 1461 114 - 192 Prestige TCe 100 Bi-Fuel 4x2 - 5H 6M 16295 8636 11 33.6 130 999 99 - 125 Prestige Blue dCi 115 4x2 - 5H 6M 18145 8165 14 57.7 129 1461 114 - 192 Prestige Blue dCi 115 4x4 - 5H 6M 20445 8996 15 51.4 144 1461 114 - 192 -

Power Source

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

DUSTER

PUMA

Puma is back, but not as you know it. It’s morphed into a fashionable SUV, with a remarkable amount of space.

P Titanium 1.0 EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 22045 12345 12 52.3 122 999 123 - 155 - 119 P Titanium 1.0 EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 22795 12993 14 50.4-51.4 125 999 153 - 177 - 124 P ST-Line 1.0 EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 22995 12647 12 52.3 122 999 123 - 155 - 119 P ST-Line X 1.0 EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 24095 13252 12 52.3 122 999 123 - 155 - 119 P ST-Line Vignale 1.0 EcoBoost MH - 5H 6M 25745 14160 12 52.3 123 999 123 - 155 - 119

List price£

D D

115 999 99 - 125 - 109 11.9 1134 1100 115 999 99 - 125 - 109 11.9 1154 1100 115 999 99 - 125 - 109 11.9 1154 1100

Issue tested

PL

38.1 38.1 38.1

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

D D

- 5H 6M 11895 5472 13 - 5H 6M 13495 6478 14 - 5H 6M 14295 7005 14

Power Source

PL

CO2g/km

Stepway Essential TCe 100 Bi-Fuel Stepway Comfort TCe 100 Bi-Fuel Stepway Prestige TCe 100 Bi-Fuel

LO N G TERM TEST

PL

Combined mpg (Range)

PL

Ins. Group

PL

Issue tested

Power Source PL

MUSTANG MACH-E

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Brilliant reinvention of an Icon, morphed into a fashionable SUV and with pure electric power.

E RWD Standard Range - 5H 1A 41330 22318 33 (273) 0 - - 266 E RWD Extended Range - 5H 1A 49980 26989 37 (379) 0 - - 290 E AWD Standard Range - 5H 1A 46650 25191 37 (248) 0 - - 266 E AWD Extended Range 416 5H 1A 57030 30796 40 (335) 0 - - 346 E AWD First Edition Extended Range - 5H 1A 58080 31363 40 (335) 0 - - 346 E AWD GT Extended Range - 5H 1A 67225 36302 tba (310) 0 - - 480

-

317 317 428 428 428 634

111 111 111 111 111 124

6.9 7.0 6.3 5.8 5.8 4.4

1969 2085 2063 2182 2182 tba

750 750 750 750 750 tba

4P 4P 4P 4P 4P 4P 4P 4P

6M 10A 10A 10A 10A 10A 10A 10A

37124 38864 39836 41516 42116 58196 51566 52466

214 233 235 242 242 242 277 277

1996 1996 1996 1996 1996 1996 1996 1996

310 310 369 369 369 369 369 369

-

UK dealers: 0 Warranty: 5 years/tba miles Maintenance: tba

G80

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Genesis attempts to beat the Germans at their own game with class-leading customer service and supreme pampering.

D Premium Line 2.2 RWD - 4S 8A 37460 14984 tba tba tba tba tba - tba - tba tba tba tba D Luxury Line 2.2 RWD - 4S 8A 42260 16904 tba tba tba tba tba - tba - tba tba tba tba

GV80

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Tiger Woods shot the Genesis brand into the eyes of European motorists with a super tough luxury SUV. D Premium Line 3.0 AWD (5 seats) - 5H 8A 56815 22726 tba tba tba tba tba - tba D Premium Line 3.0 AWD (7 seats) - 5H 8A 57315 22926 tba tba tba tba tba - tba D Luxury Line 3.0 AWD (5 seats) - 5H 8A 62415 24966 tba tba tba tba tba - tba D Luxury Line 3.0 AWD (7 seats) 415 5H 8A 62915 25166 tba tba tba tba tba - tba -

tba tba tba tba

tba tba tba tba

tba tba tba tba

UK dealers: 142 Warranty: 3 years/90,000 miles Maintenance: 12,500 miles (6,250 miles Civic 1.6 i-DTEC)

e

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Interesting electric city car that has evolved from the Urban EV concept. A small range is the only fly in the oinment.

E - 5H 1A 28215 14108 25 (137) 0 - - 134 - 232 90 9.0 1513 0 E Advance 403 5H 1A 30715 15358 29 (137) 0 - - 152 - 232 90 8.3 1526 0

JAZZ

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Honda reintroduces the hybrid to the Jazz. It’s as clever and spacious as ever before and looks smart.

1.5 i-MMD Hybrid SE - 5H 1A 19045 9523 19 62.8 102 1498 97 107 97 PE 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid SR - 5H 1A 20645 10529 19 62.8 102 1498 97 107 97 PE 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid EX - 5H 1A 22245 11345 20 61.4 104 1498 97 107 97 PE Crosstar 1.5 i-MMD Hybrid EX 402 5H 1A 23445 11957 19 58.9 110 1498 97 107 97 PE

CR-V

187 187 187 187

108 108 108 107

9.4 9.4 9.5 9.9

1228 1228 1228 1253

0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

112 112 112 112 112 112 112

8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.9 9.0 9.2

1685 1685 1685 1685 1743 1743 1743

750 750 750 750 750 750 750

HYUNDAI UK dealers: 167 Warranty: 5 years/Unlimited miles Maintenance: 20,000 miles (10,000 miles Ioniq)

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Never judge a book by its cover, because despite its van-with-windows looks, it’s roomy, great-to-drive and affordable.

D Zetec 1.5 EcoBlue 387 5M 6M 22712 10675 8 47.9-58.9 144 1499 99 - 177 - 102 13.4 1610 D Zetec 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 8A 24067 11312 8 42.8-56.5 154 1499 99 - 177 - 105 15.0 1628 D Zetec 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 6M 22762 10926 10 47.9-58.9 144 1499 118 - 199 - 106 12.7 1611 D Zetec 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 8A 24297 11663 10 42.8-56.5 154 1499 118 - 199 - 106 13.3 1628 D Titanium 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 6M 24466 11744 9 47.1-58.9 145 1499 99 - 177 - 102 13.4 1610 D Titanium 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 6M 24696 12101 11 47.1-58.9 145 1499 118 - 199 - 106 12.7 1611 D Titanium 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 8A 26231 12853 11 42.2-55.4 155 1499 118 - 199 - 106 13.3 1628 D Active 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 6M 26556 13013 12 47.1-57.7 147 1499 118 - 199 - 106 12.7 1611 D Active 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 8A 28091 13765 12 41.5-55.4 157 1499 118 - 199 - 106 13.3 1628 D Grand Zetec 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 6M 23672 10652 9 45.6-56.5 149 1499 99 - 177 - 102 13.4 1732 D Grand Zetec 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 8A 25447 11451 9 40.9-54.3 159 1499 99 - 177 - 105 15.0 1740 D Grand Zetec 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 6M 24142 10864 10 45.6-56.5 149 1499 118 - 199 - 106 12.7 1725 D Grand Zetec 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 8A 25677 11555 10 40.9-54.3 159 1499 118 - 199 - 106 13.3 1740 D Grand Titanium 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 6M 26316 12895 11 46.3-57.7 149 1499 118 - 199 - 106 12.7 1725 D Grand Titanium 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 8A 27851 13647 11 41.5-54.3 158 1499 118 - 199 - 106 13.3 1740 D Grand Active 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 6M 28176 13806 13 45.6-56.5 150 1499 118 - 199 - 106 12.7 1725 D Grand Active 1.5 EcoBlue - 5M 8A 29711 14558 13 40.9-54.3 160 1499 118 - 199 - 106 13.3 1740

RANGER

1350 1350 1488 1421 1350 1488 1421 1488 1421 1173 1165 1270 1204 1270 1204 1270 1204

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

List price£

Trade-in value

One of the best pick-ups on the market thanks to car-like road manners and a long list of safety equipment on offer.

D Double Cab XL 2.0 EcoBlue - 4P 6M 30866 12655 37 33.6 221 1996 168 - 310 - 112 11.3 2130 3500 D Double Cab XLT 2.0 EcoBlue - 4P 6M 32246 12898 37 33.6 220 1996 168 - 310 - 112 11.4 2149 3500 D Double Cab Wolftrak 2.0 EcoBlue - 4P 6M 33266 13306 tba 33.6 220 1996 168 - 310 - 112 11.4 2149 3500

10.4 11.4 10.4 11.4 10.1 10.3 10.4 11.4

1065 1110 1065 1110 1090 1115 1065 1110

1110 1110 1110 1110 1110 1110 1110 1110

IONIQ

-

122 11.2 122 11.2 124 10.2 124 9.9 122 11.2 122 11.2 124 10.2 124 9.9 122 11.4 122 11.4 124 10.4 124 10.1 122 11.4 122 11.4 124 10.4 124 10.1

1216 1246 1313 1343 1216 1246 1313 1343 1241 1271 1340 1370 1241 1271 1340 1370

1200 700 1500 1500 1200 700 1500 1500 1200 700 1500 1500 1200 700 1500 1500

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Highly accomplished medium alternative fuel car that covers all the bases that today’s motors need to survive.

Premium 1.6 GDi Hybrid - 5H 6A 25945 12454 11 62.8 102 1580 104 43 108 125 115 10.8 PE Premium 1.6 GDi Plug-in Hybrid - 5H 6A 30450 12789 12 256.8 26 1580 104 60 108 125 110 10.6 E Premium Electric - 5H 1A 30550 16497 21 (193) 0 - - 134 - 218 103 9.9 PE Premium SE 1.6 GDi Hybrid - 5H 6A 28245 13558 12 61.4 105 1580 104 43 108 125 115 11.1 PE Premium SE 1.6 GDi Plug-in Hybrid - 5H 6A 32450 13954 12 256.8 26 1580 104 60 108 125 110 10.6 E Premium SE Electric 408 5H 1A 32550 17252 22 (193) 0 - - 134 - 218 103 9.9 PE

IONIQ 5

1361 1495 1527 1361 1495 1527

750 750 0 750 750 0

RATING Coming Soon

Highly accomplished medium alternative fuel car that covers all the bases that today’s motors need to survive.

E SE Connect RWD - 5H 1A 36995 19607 tba (240) 0 - - 168 - 258 115 E Premium RWD - 5H 1A 39295 20826 tba (240) 0 - - 168 - 258 115 E Premium RWD - 5H 1A 41945 22231 tba (300) 0 - - 215 - 258 115 E Premium AWD - 5H 1A 45145 23927 tba (287) 0 - - 300 - 446 115 E Ultimate RWD - 5H 1A 42295 22416 tba (240) 0 - - 168 - 258 115 E Ultimate RWD - 5H 1A 44945 23821 tba (281) 0 - - 215 - 258 115 E Ultimate AWD - 5H 1A 48145 25517 tba (268) 0 - - 300 - 446 115 E Project 45 AWD - 5H 1A 45000 23850 tba tba 0 - - 302 - 446 115

NEW KONA

8.5 8.5 7.4 5.2 8.5 7.4 5.2 5.2

1830 1830 1910 2020 1830 1910 2020 tba

tba tba 1600 1600 tba 1600 1600 1600

RATING Coming Soon

Updated, but still keeps the rude name in Portuguese. It’s a likeable compact SUV with good road manners.

SE Connect 1.6 Hybrid - 5H 6A 23955 13894 8 57.6 112 1590 104 43 108 125 100 11.0 E SE Connect Electric - 5H 1A 27950 16211 20 (189) 0 - - 134 - 291 96 9.9 PE Premium 1.6 Hybrid - 5H 6A 26755 15250 8 56.5 114 1590 104 43 108 125 100 11.0 E Premium Electric - 5H 1A 29300 16701 21 (189) 0 - - 134 - 291 96 9.9 E Premium Electric - 5H 1A 32550 18554 24 (300) 0 - - 201 - 291 104 7.9 PE Ultimate 1.6 Hybrid - 5H 6A 29255 15798 9 55.4 115 1590 104 43 108 125 100 11.0 E Ultimate Electric - 5H 1A 37200 20088 24 (300) 0 - - 201 - 291 104 7.9 PE

NEW TUCSON

1376 1300 1535 0 1376 1300 1535 0 1685 0 1376 1300 1685 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Hyundai goes bold with latest car, as well as embracing electrification. No diesel this time around, though.

SE Connect 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid - 5H 6A 32460 14282 18 49.6 127 1598 178 59 195 195 120 8.0 1564 1650

PE

www.dieselcar.com

111

Towing weight (kg)

1800 1800 2000 2000 2000 1510

117 113 117 113 118 118 117 113

0-62mph

TOURNEO CONNECT

1924 1924 1935 1935 2019 1978

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Kerb weight (kg)

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Will set the hearts racing of Addison Lee drivers in London! Enormous inside, nicely kitted out and great to drive.

D Zetec 2.0 EcoBlue - 5M 6M 33735 12819 21 46.3 160 1997 148 - 273 - 121 10.7 D Titanium 2.0 EcoBlue - 5M 6M 35435 13820 23 46.3 161 1997 148 - 273 - 121 10.7 D Titanium 2.0 EcoBlue - 5M 8A 36935 14405 23 43.5 170 1997 148 - 273 - 119 10.8 D Titanium 2.0 EcoBlue - 5M 8A 37885 14396 25 43.5 170 1997 188 - 295 - 127 9.7 D Titanium 2.0 EcoBlue AWD - 5M 8A 39610 14656 27 40.9 180 1997 188 - 295 - 126 10.0 PE Titanium 2.5 Hybrid - 5M CVT 38690 14702 21 43.5 148 2488 tba tba tba tba 115 10.0

CO2g/km

1800 1800 1560 2000 2000 1560 2000 2000 1560

Engine cc

1901 1905 1947 1902 1984 1947 1902 1984 1947

Combined mpg (Range)

123 10.6 122 10.7 115 9.8 129 9.6 128 9.9 115 9.8 129 9.6 128 9.9 115 9.8

Ins. Group

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0 0 0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Modest styling changes and a technology upgrade are the headline acts in this updated i30 range.

P SE Connect 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 6M 20900 7524 10 53.3 121 998 118 16 127 P SE Connect 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 7A 22100 7956 10 53.3 120 998 118 16 127 D SE Connect 1.6 CRDi MH - 5H 6M 22700 7945 13 61.4 121 1598 134 16 207 D SE Connect 1.6 CRDi MH - 5H 7A 23900 8365 13 58.9 126 1598 134 16 207 P Premium 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 6M 23900 8843 11 52.3 122 998 118 16 127 P Premium 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 7A 25100 9287 11 52.3 121 998 118 16 127 D Premium 1.6 CRDi MH - 5H 6M 25700 9252 14 60.1 122 1598 134 16 207 D Premium 1.6 CRDi MH - 5H 7A 26900 9684 14 57.6 127 1598 134 16 207 P Tourer SE Connect 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5E 6M 21445 7935 10 54.3 119 998 118 16 127 P Tourer SE Connect 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5E 7A 22645 8379 10 53.3 119 998 118 16 127 D Tourer SE Connect 1.6 CRDi MH - 5E 6M 23245 8368 13 61.4 120 1598 134 16 207 D Tourer SE Connect 1.6 CRDi MH - 5E 7A 24445 8800 13 58.9 125 1598 134 16 207 P Tourer Premium 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5E 6M 24445 9045 11 53.3 121 998 118 16 127 P Tourer Premium 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5E 7A 25645 9489 11 52.3 121 998 118 16 127 D Tourer Premium 1.6 CRDi MH - 5E 6M 26245 9711 14 60.1 122 1598 134 16 207 D Tourer Premium 1.6 CRDi MH - 5E 7A 27445 10155 14 58.9 126 1598 134 16 207

Trade-in value

GALAXY

273 273 tba 295 295 tba 295 295 tba

i30

List price£

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

For the boyracer parent that doesn’t want to grow up. Mixes Ford’s driving prowess with 7-seats.

D Titanium 2.0 EcoBlue - 5M 6M 33335 14334 26 46.3 159 1997 148 D Titanium 2.0 EcoBlue - 5M 8A 34885 15001 26 44.1 169 1997 148 PE Titanium 2.5 Hybrid - 5M CVT 36530 15708 21 43.5-44.1 147 2488 tba tba D ST-Line 2.0 EcoBlue 401 5M 8A 38035 16735 29 43.5-44.1 169 1997 188 D ST-Line 2.0 EcoBlue AWD - 5M 8A 39860 16741 29 42.2 175 1997 188 PE ST-Line 2.5 Hybrid - 5M CVT 38640 16615 22 43.5-44.1 148 2488 tba tba D Vignale 2.0 EcoBlue - 5M 8A 41185 17298 29 43.5-44.1 170 1997 188 D Vignale 2.0 EcoBlue AWD - 5M 8A 43010 17634 30 42.2 176 1997 188 PE Vignale 2.5 Hybrid - 5M CVT 41790 17970 24 43.5-44.1 148 2488 tba tba

921 921 932 921 932 1024

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Issue tested

S-MAX

NEW i20

A significant leap forward compared to its predecessor. It looks great, drives well and is well equipped.

P SE Connect 1.0 T-GDi MH 410 5H 6M 18800 8460 13 55.4 115 998 99 - 127 P SE Connect 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 7A 20050 9023 12 55.4 117 998 99 - 127 P Premium 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 6M 21000 9450 16 54.3 118 998 99 - 127 P Premium 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 7A 22250 10013 14 53.3 121 998 99 - 127 P N Line 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 6M 21000 9450 tba tba tba 998 118 - 147 P N Line 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 7A 22250 10013 tba tba tba 998 118 - 147 P Ultimate 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 6M 22300 10035 16 54.3 118 998 99 - 127 P Ultimate 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 7A 23550 10598 15 53.3 121 998 99 - 127

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

2.0 seconds 2.5 seconds 2.8 seconds 2.9 seconds 3.1 seconds 3.1 seconds 3.2 seconds 3.3 seconds 3.3 seconds 3.8 seconds

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

New i10 grows up, with better looks, extra technology and space for five. It’s more economical and pricier, too.

P SE 1.0 MPi - 5H 5M 13025 5601 4 56.5 114 998 66 - 71 - 97 14.6 P SE Connect 1.0 MPi - 5H 5M 14025 6171 3 54.3 119 998 66 - 71 - 97 14.6 P SE Connect 1.2 MPi - 5H 5M 14825 6671 8 52.3 124 1197 83 - 87 - 106 12.6 P Premium 1.0 MPi - 5H 5M 15025 6611 5 53.3 120 998 66 - 71 - 97 14.6 P Premium 1.2 MPi 401 5H 5M 15825 7121 8 51.4 124 1197 83 - 87 - 106 12.6 P N Line 1.0 T-GDi 405 5H 5M 16400 7380 10 52.3 123 998 99 - 127 - 115 10.5

Power Source

Tesla Model S Plaid Tesla Model X Plaid Porsche Taycan Turbo S Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo Tesla Model 3 Performance Tesla Model S Long Range Porsche Taycan Turbo Audi e-tron GT RS Porsche Taycan Turbo Cross Turismo Tesla Model X Long Range

Issue tested

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HONDA

i10

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

112 11.3 2182 3500 112 11.4 2202 3500 112 9.0 2234 3500 112 9.0 2246 3500 112 9.0 2246 3500 112 9.0 2246 3500 106 10.0 2510 2500 106 10.0 2510 2500

GENESIS

Honda ditches diesel for hybrid power in the latest CR-V. It’s spacious, good to drive and well-priced.

2.0 i-MMD Hybrid S 2WD - 5H CVT 30880 16366 22 42.8 151 1993 143 181 129 232 PE 2.0 i-MMD Hybrid SE 2WD - 5H CVT 32950 17464 23 42.8 151 1993 143 181 129 232 PE 2.0 i-MMD Hybrid SR 2WD - 5H CVT 35270 18693 24 42.2 151 1993 143 181 129 232 PE 2.0 i-MMD Hybrid Sport Line 2WD - 5H CVT 35270 18693 24 42.8 151 1993 143 181 129 232 PE 2.0 i-MMD Hybrid SE AWD - 5H CVT 34400 18576 22 39.8 161 1993 143 181 129 232 PE 2.0 i-MMD Hybrid SR AWD - 5H CVT 36770 19856 23 39.8 161 1993 143 181 129 232 PE 2.0 i-MMD Hybrid EX AWD 387 5H CVT 39840 21115 24 39.2 163 1993 143 181 129 232

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Power Source

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PE

TOP 10

1 2 3 4 5= 5= 7 8= 8= 10

168 168 211 211 211 211 211 211

Towing weight (kg)

34.4 31.7 31.4 30.7 30.7 30.7 26.9 26.9

0-62mph

14478 37 15157 37 15536 39 17021 39 17267 tba 23860 tba 21142 39 21511 tba

Kerb weight (kg)

Double Cab Limited 2.0 EcoBlue Double Cab Limited 2.0 EcoBlue Double Cab Limited 2.0 EcoBlue Double Cab Wildtrak 2.0 EcoBlue Double Cab Stormtrak 2.0 EcoBlue Double Cab MS-RT 2.0 EcoBlue Double Cab Raptor 2.0 EcoBlue 394 Double Cab Raptor Special Edition 2.0 EcoBlue -

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

D D D D D D D D

Trade-in value

750 750 750 1650 2000 1650 2000 2000 1650 2000 2000 2000 2000 750 1650 2000 750 1650 2000 2000 750 1650 2000 2000 750 2000 2000

List price£

1696 1696 1696 1715 1735 1715 1735 1739 1715 1739 1812 1739 1812 1716 1728 1748 1716 1728 1748 1752 1716 1728 1752 1826 1716 1752 1826

Engine cc

116 9.2 116 9.2 116 9.2 133 9.7 131 10.3 133 9.7 131 10.3 138 8.9 133 9.7 138 8.9 137 9.1 138 8.9 137 9.1 116 9.2 130 9.8 128 10.4 116 9.2 130 9.8 128 10.4 138 9.0 116 9.2 130 9.8 138 9.0 137 9.2 116 9.2 138 9.0 137 9.2

CO2g/km

173 173 173 173 173 173 173 -

Combined mpg (Range)

128 128 128 258 258 258 258 295 258 295 295 295 295 128 258 258 128 258 258 295 128 258 295 295 128 295 295

Ins. Group

46 46 46 46 46 46 46 -

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

138 138 138 148 148 148 148 188 148 188 188 188 188 138 148 148 138 148 148 188 138 148 188 188 138 188 188

Issue tested

1999 1999 1999 1997 1997 1997 1997 1997 1997 1997 1997 1997 1997 1999 1997 1997 1999 1997 1997 1997 1999 1997 1997 1997 1999 1997 1997

Power Source

131 131 131 130 141 135 146 147 135 147 160 149 163 130 135 147 133 139 152 152 134 140 153 164 134 154 165

0-62mph

List price£

47.9-50.4 47.9-50.4 47.9-50.4 53.3-56.5 48.7-52.3 53.3-56.5 48.7-52.3 47.9-50.4 53.3-56.5 47.9-50.4 44.8-46.3 47.9-50.4 44.8-46.3 47.9-50.4 53.3-56.5 48.7-52.3 47.9-50.4 53.3-56.5 48.7-52.3 47.9-50.4 47.9-50.4 53.3-56.5 47.9-50.4 44.8-46.3 47.9-50.4 47.9-50.4 44.8-46.3

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

D D

22 21 24 23 23 24 24 26 24 26 27 29 29 21 23 23 22 24 24 26 21 24 26 27 24 29 29

Towing weight (kg)

PE

12756 13328 14143 10484 10947 11840 12540 12980 12130 13552 13917 14028 14651 12606 10906 11521 13979 12496 13303 13743 14577 12771 13990 14505 15088 14757 15225

Kerb weight (kg)

D D D

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

PE

Engine cc

D D D

CO2g/km

D D PE

Combined mpg (Range)

PE

4S CVT 28990 4S CVT 30290 4S CVT 32890 5H 6M 25570 5H 8A 26700 5H 6M 26910 5H 8A 28500 5H 8A 29500 5H 6M 28210 5H 8A 30800 5H 8A 33135 5H 8A 33400 5H 8A 35735 5E CVT 28650 5E 6M 26600 5E 8A 28100 5E CVT 30390 5E 6M 28400 5E 8A 30235 5E 8A 31235 5E CVT 31690 5E 6M 29700 5E 8A 32535 5E 8A 34535 5E CVT 34290 5E 8A 35135 5E 8A 37135

Trade-in value

D D D D D D D D D D

399 392 -

Ins. Group

PE

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

PE

Issue tested

Power Source

Titanium Edition 2.0 TiVCT Hybrid ST-Line Titanium 2.0 TiVCT Hybrid Vignale 2.0 TiVCT Hybrid Zetec Edition 2.0 EcoBlue Zetec Edition 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium Edition 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium Edition 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium Edition 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line Edition 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line Edition 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line Edition 2.0 EcoBlue AWD Vignale 2.0 EcoBlue Vignale 2.0 EcoBlue AWD Zetec Edition 2.0 TiVCT Hybrid Zetec Edition 2.0 EcoBlue Zetec Edition 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium Edition 2.0 TiVCT Hybrid Titanium Edition 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium Edition 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium Edition 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line Edition 2.0 TiVCT Hybrid ST-Line Edition 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line Edition 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line Edition 2.0 EcoBlue AWD Vignale 2.0 TiVCT Hybrid Vignale 2.0 EcoBlue Vignale 2.0 EcoBlue AWD

PE

NEXO

59 90 59 90 59 90 59 90

195 195 120 195 224 120 195 195 120 195 224 120 195 195 120 195 224 120 195 195 120 195 224 120

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Second-generation fuel-cell vehicle is brilliant. Aside from too many buttons on the console, we love it.

H Premium SE - 5H 1A 69495 30578 39 (413) 0 - - 118 - 291 111 9.5 1874

NEW SANTA FE

0

RATING Coming Soon

A mid-life revamp sees diesel ditched in favour of hybridisation. It’s even more premium than before.

Premium 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 2WD - 5H 6A 40255 19322 22 44.1 145 1598 178 59 265 195 PE Premium 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 4WD - 5H 6A 42535 20417 23 40.4 159 1598 178 59 265 195 PE Premium 1.6 T-GDi Plug-in Hybrid 4WD - 5H 6A 45715 21943 tba 173.7 37 1598 178 90 265 224 PE Ultimate 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 2WD - 5H 6A 43830 21038 23 44.1 152 1598 178 59 265 195 PE Ultimate 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid 4WD - 5H 6A 45830 21998 24 40.4 168 1598 178 59 265 195 PE Ultimate 1.6 T-GDi Plug-in Hybrid 4WD - 5H 6A 49010 23525 tba 173.7 37 1598 178 90 265 224 PE

116 116 116 116 116 116

8.9 9.1 8.8 8.9 9.1 8.8

1780 1842 2005 1780 1842 2005

1650 1650 1350 1650 1650 1350

ISUZU UK dealers: 101 Warranty: 5 years/125,000 miles Maintenance: 12,000 miles

NEW D-MAX

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Combines smart new styling with impressive safety technology and improved off-roading ability.

D Double Cab Utility - 4P 6M 29345 14086 43 33.6 220 1898 162 D Double Cab DL20 - 4P 6M 32045 14420 43 33.6 220 1898 162 D Double Cab DL20 - 4P 6A 33845 15230 44 30.7 241 1898 162 D Double Cab DL40 - 4P 6M 35645 16397 44 33.6 220 1898 162 D Double Cab DL40 - 4P 6A 37445 17225 44 30.7 241 1898 162 D Double Cab V-Cross - 4P 6M 37445 16850 44 33.6 220 1898 162 D Double Cab V-Cross 413 4P 6A 39245 17660 44 30.7 241 1898 162 -

266 266 266 266 266 266 266

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112 112 112 112 112 112 112

12.7 1985 3500 12.7 1980 3500 13.0 2010 3500 12.7 2000 3500 13.0 2030 3500 12.7 2000 3500 13.0 2030 3500

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Engine cc

CO2g/km

Combined mpg (Range)

Trade-in value

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Jaguar beats Tesla at its own game with a brilliantly modern, roomy, desirable, cutting-edge SUV. E EV400 AWD S - 5H 1A 65195 35205 49 (286) 0 - - 394 E EV400 AWD SE 411 5H 1A 69795 38387 50 (281) 0 - - 394 E EV400 AWD HSE - 5H 1A 74395 40173 50 (280) 0 - - 394 E EV400 AWD Black - 5H 1A 72445 39845 50 (280) 0 - - 394 E EV400 AWD HSE Black - 5H 1A 76695 42182 50 (279) 0 - - 394

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NEW F-PACE

513 513 513 513 513

124 124 124 124 124

4.8 4.8 4.8 4.8 4.8

2208 2208 2208 2208 2208

750 750 750 750 750

RATING Coming Soon

Minor styling changes are coupled with new engines, including a straight six diesel. We’re a big fan of the F-Pace.

D D165 AWD MH - 5H 8A 40875 21664 28 42.1-45.4 165 1997 161 - 280 - 121 9.9 D D165 AWD S MH - 5H 8A 41880 22196 28 42.1-45.4 165 1997 161 - 280 - 121 9.9 D D165 AWD SE MH - 5H 8A 45040 23871 29 42.1-45.4 169 1997 161 - 280 - 121 9.9 D D165 AWD R-Dynamic S MH - 5H 8A 42975 22777 28 42.1-45.4 166 1997 161 - 280 - 121 9.9 D D165 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 8A 46475 24632 29 42.1-45.4 171 1997 161 - 280 - 121 9.9 D D200 AWD S MH - 5H 8A 43930 23283 33 42.1-45.4 165 1997 201 - 317 - 130 8.0 D D200 AWD SE MH - 5H 8A 47090 24958 34 42.1-45.4 169 1997 201 - 317 - 130 8.0 D D200 AWD HSE MH - 5H 8A 50755 26900 35 42.1-45.4 170 1997 201 - 317 - 130 8.0 D D200 AWD R-Dynamic S MH - 5H 8A 45025 23863 33 42.1-45.4 166 1997 201 - 317 - 130 8.0 D D200 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 8A 48525 25718 34 42.1-45.4 171 1997 201 - 317 - 130 8.0 D D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE MH - 5H 8A 53070 28127 35 42.1-45.4 169 1997 201 - 317 - 130 8.0 D D300 AWD S MH - 5H 8A 50790 27427 41 36.0-38.1 195 2996 296 - 479 - 143 6.4 D D300 AWD SE MH - 5H 8A 53950 29133 41 36.0-38.1 197 2996 296 - 479 - 143 6.4 D D300 AWD HSE MH - 5H 8A 57150 30861 42 36.0-38.1 202 2996 296 - 479 - 143 6.4 D D300 AWD R-Dynamic S MH - 5H 8A 51885 28018 41 36.0-38.1 197 2996 296 - 479 - 143 6.4 D D300 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 8A 55045 29724 41 36.0-38.1 201 2996 296 - 479 - 143 6.4 D D300 AWD R-Dynamic HSE MH - 5H 8A 59465 32111 42 36.0-38.1 198 2996 296 - 479 - 143 6.4 PE P400e AWD S - 5H 8A 56060 29712 43 112.5-130.2 49 1997 296 141 295 203 149 5.3 PE P400e AWD SE - 5H 8A 58975 31257 43 112.5-130.2 51 1997 296 141 295 203 149 5.3 PE P400e AWD HSE - 5H 8A 62175 33575 43 112.5-130.2 54 1997 296 141 295 203 149 5.3 PE P400e AWD R-Dynamic S - 5H 8A 57155 30292 43 112.5-130.2 50 1997 296 141 295 203 149 5.3 PE P400e AWD R-Dynamic SE - 5H 8A 60070 31837 43 112.5-130.2 54 1997 296 141 295 203 149 5.3 PE P400e AWD R-Dynamic HSE - 5H 8A 64490 34825 44 112.5-130.2 52 1997 296 141 295 203 149 5.3

1951 2400 1951 2400 1951 2400 1951 2400 1951 2400 1951 2400 1951 2400 1951 2400 1951 2400 1951 2400 1951 2400 2083 2400 2083 2400 2083 2400 2083 2400 2083 2400 2083 2400 2189 2000 2189 2000 2189 2000 2189 2000 2189 2000 2189 2000

UK dealers: 58 Warranty: 5 years/75,000 miles Maintenance: 12,500 miles (20,000 miles Renegade)

RENEGADE

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

It may look similar to before, but a technology and engine upgrade brings Jeep’s best-seller bang up to date.

Longitude 1.3 Turbo 4xe PHEV - 5H 6A 32600 12062 21 122.8-134.5 49 1332 128 59 199 184 113 7.5 1770 1150 PE Limited 1.3 Turbo 4xe PHEV 408 5H 6A 34500 12765 22122.8-134.5 49 1332 128 59 199 184 113 7.5 1770 1150 PE Trailhawk 1.3 Turbo 4xe PHEV - 5H 6A 36500 13505 25122.8-134.5 51 1332 178 59 199 184 124 7.1 tba tba PE

COMPASS

UK dealers: 187 Warranty: 7 years/100,000 miles Maintenance: 20,000 miles (10,000 miles Picanto, Ceed Petrol, Niro, Sorento Hybrid and PHEV)

NEW PICANTO

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

One of the brightest city cars on the market, it’s roomy, well-equipped and great to drive. It’s well-priced, too.

P 1 1.0 - 5H 5M 11200 4368 5 58.9 110 998 66 - 71 - 100 14.1 P 2 1.0 - 5H 5M 12700 5080 3 58.9 110 998 66 - 71 - 100 14.1 P 2 1.0 - 5H 5A 13370 5348 1 54.3 118 998 66 - 71 - 99 16.6 P 3 1.0 - 5H 5M 14200 5822 4 57.6 112 998 66 - 71 - 100 14.1 P 3 1.0 - 5H 5A 14870 6097 2 53.3 119 998 66 - 71 - 99 16.6 P X-Line 1.0 - 5H 5M 13850 5956 4 52.3 122 998 66 - 71 - 100 14.1 P X-Line 1.0 - 5H 5A 14520 6244 2 52.3 123 998 66 - 71 - 99 16.6 P X-Line S 1.0 - 5H 5M 15250 6558 5 52.3 122 998 66 - 71 - 100 14.1 P X-Line S 1.0 - 5H 5A 15920 6846 3 52.3 123 998 66 - 71 - 99 16.6 P GT-Line 1.0 - 5H 5M 13850 5679 4 55.4 115 998 66 - 71 - 100 14.1 P GT-Line 1.0 - 5H 5A 14520 5953 2 52.3 122 998 66 - 71 - 99 16.6 P GT-Line 1.0 T-GDi - 5H 5M 14850 6089 11 52.3 123 998 99 - 126 - 112 9.9 P GT-Line S 1.0 T-GDi - 5H 5M 16000 6560 11 52.3 120 998 99 - 126 - 112 9.9

NEW RIO

1809 1809 1809 1809 1809 1916 1916 1916 1916 1916 1916 1952 1952 1952 1952 1952 2173 2173 2173

1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 1600 1600 1600

PE

Power Source

PE

Towing weight (kg)

XCEED

1000 1500 1000 1500 1500 1500 1500 1000 1500 1000 1500 1500 1500 1300

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

A further extension of the Ceed range with fashionable pumped up styling that’ll ensure its popularity.

PHEV 3 1.6 GDi 406 5H 6A 31805 13358 18 201.8 32 1580 104 79 108 125 99 10.6 1596 1300 PHEV 4 1.6 GDi - 5H 6A 35055 14723 18 167.6 38 1580 104 79 108 125 99 10.6 1609 1300

NEW NIRO

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Kia’s alternative fuel car is a winner thanks to acres of space, a decent driving experience and a long list of kit.

Hybrid 2 1.6 GDi - 5H 6A 25405 13465 11 58.9 110 1580 104 56 108 125 101 11.1 PE Hybrid Connect 1.6 GDi - 5H 6A 25995 13257 11 54.3 119 1580 104 56 108 125 101 11.1 PE Hybrid 3 1.6 GDi - 5H 6A 27815 14186 12 54.3 119 1580 104 56 108 125 101 11.1 PE Hybrid 4 1.6 GDi 393 5H 6A 30105 15354 13 53.3 120 1580 104 56 108 125 101 11.1 PE PHEV 2 1.6 GDi - 5H 6A 30765 14767 14 201.8 31 1580 104 79 108 125 107 10.4 PE PHEV Connect 1.6 GDi - 5H 6A 31355 15050 15 201.8 31 1580 104 79 108 125 107 10.4 PE PHEV 3 1.6 GDi - 5H 6A 32655 15674 15 201.8 31 1580 104 79 108 125 107 10.4 E e-Niro 2 39kWh - 5H 1A 30345 16083 20 (180) 0 - - 134 - 291 96 9.5 E e-Niro 2 64kWh - 5H 1A 32445 16547 24 (282) 0 - - 201 - 291 104 7.5 E e-Niro 3 64kWh - 5H 1A 37350 19049 26 (282) 0 - - 201 - 291 104 7.5 E e-Niro 4+ 64kWh - 5H 1A 39645 20219 27 (282) 0 - - 201 - 291 104 7.5 PE

NEW SOUL

1490 1490 1490 1490 1594 1594 1594 1667 1812 1812 1812

1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Quirky crossover vehicle, now exclusively sold with electric power. It’s practical and good to drive, too.

E EV First Edition 400 5H 1A 32445 13951 34 (280) 0 - - 201 - 291 104 7.6 1757

SPORTAGE

0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Towing weight (kg)

Neat update that introduces new 48-volt technology, enhanced diesel engines and extra equipment to the brilliant SUV. CO2g/km

0-62mph

LO N G TERM TEST

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

Trade-in value

List price£

Issue tested

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

DieselCar & EcoCar

900 900 900 900

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Now without the silly apostrophe. Hugely appealing package, with new engines, great driving manners and extra tech.

P 2 1.0 T-GDi - 5H 6M 19705 8276 8 54.3 119 998 118 - 127 - 118 10.8 1362 D 2 1.6 CRDi 48V MH - 5H 6M 21875 9188 12 62.8 120 1598 134 - 207 - 124 9.8 1461 P 2 Nav 1.0 T-GDi - 5H 6M 20505 8612 9 54.3 119 998 118 - 127 - 118 10.8 1362 D 2 Nav 1.6 CRDi 48V MH - 5H 6M 22675 9524 12 62.8 120 1598 134 - 207 - 124 9.8 1461 D 3 1.6 CRDi 48V MH - 5H 6M 24465 10275 13 62.8 120 1598 134 - 207 - 124 9.8 1461 D GT-Line 1.6 CRDi 48V MH - 5H 6M 25295 11130 13 62.8 120 1598 134 - 207 - 124 9.8 1461 D GT-Line 1.6 CRDi 48V MH - 5H 7A 26435 11631 15 60.1 124 1598 134 - 236 - 124 9.6 1489 P Sportswagon 2 1.0 T-GDi - 5E 6M 20405 8570 8 53.3 121 998 118 - 127 - 118 11.0 1400 D Sportswagon 2 1.6 CRDi 48V MH - 5E 6M 22595 9490 11 62.8 121 1598 134 - 207 - 124 10.0 1500 P Sportswagon 2 Nav 1.0 T-GDi - 5E 6M 21205 8906 9 53.3 121 998 118 - 127 - 118 11.0 1400 D Sportswagon 2 Nav 1.6 CRDi 48V MH - 5E 6M 23395 9826 12 62.8 121 1598 134 - 207 - 124 10.0 1500 D Sportswagon 3 1.6 CRDi 48V MH - 5E 6M 25160 11070 12 62.8 121 1598 134 - 207 - 124 10.0 1500 D Sportswagon 3 1.6 CRDi 48V MH - 5E 7A 26260 11554 14 58.9 125 1598 134 - 236 - 124 9.8 1528 PE Sportswagon PHEV 3 1.6 GDi 403 5E 6A 30540 12216 15 188.3 33 1580 104 79 108 125 106 10.5 1614

Engine cc

RATING Coming Soon

Welcome tweaks to the package usher in plug-in hybrids and mild hybrid technology. It’s better than ever, now.

D D165 - 5H 6M 32390 16195 28 41.4-46.9 159 1997 161 - 280 - 128 10.0 D D165 S - 5H 6M 34615 17654 29 41.4-46.9 162 1997 161 - 280 - 128 10.0 D D165 R-Dynamic - 5H 6M 33790 17233 29 41.4-46.9 159 1997 161 - 280 - 128 10.0 D D165 R-Dynamic S - 5H 6M 36015 19088 29 41.4-46.9 162 1997 161 - 280 - 128 10.0 D D165 R-Dynamic SE - 5H 6M 37740 20002 32 41.4-46.9 163 1997 161 - 280 - 128 10.0 D D165 AWD MH - 5H 9A 35690 17488 29 40.8-44.3 168 1997 161 - 280 - 124 9.8 D D165 AWD S MH - 5H 9A 38255 19510 30 40.8-44.3 171 1997 161 - 280 - 124 9.8 D D165 AWD R-Dynamic MH - 5H 9A 37090 18916 29 40.8-44.3 168 1997 161 - 280 - 124 9.8 D D165 AWD R-Dynamic S MH - 5H 9A 39655 21017 30 40.8-44.3 171 1997 161 - 280 - 124 9.8 D D165 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 9A 41380 21931 32 40.8-44.3 172 1997 161 - 280 - 124 9.8 D D165 AWD R-Dynamic Black MH - 5H 9A 40945 21701 tba 40.8-44.3 173 1997 161 - 280 - 124 9.8 D D200 AWD S MH - 5H 9A 38950 19865 34 40.1-43.9 171 1997 201 - 317 - 131 8.4 D D200 AWD R-Dynamic S MH - 5H 9A 40010 21205 34 40.1-43.9 170 1997 201 - 317 - 131 8.4 D D200 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 9A 42075 22300 37 40.1-43.9 172 1997 201 - 317 - 131 8.4 D D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE MH - 5H 9A 44595 23635 38 40.1-43.9 173 1997 201 - 317 - 131 8.4 D D200 AWD R-Dynamic Black MH - 5H 9A 41670 22085 37 40.1-43.9 173 1997 201 - 317 - 131 8.4 PE P300e AWD R-Dynamic S - 5H 8A 45995 24377 40 141.0 44 1498 197 107 207 192 134 6.5 PE P300e AWD R-Dynamic SE - 5H 8A 47720 25292 42 141.0 44 1498 197 107 207 192 134 6.5 PE P300e AWD R-Dynamic HSE - 5H 8A 50240 26627 42 141.0 44 1498 197 107 207 192 134 6.5

CEED

Combined mpg (Range)

NEW E-PACE

1198 1228 1253 1228

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Ins. Group

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

NEW STONIC

Trade-in value

NEW XF

XF gets a big technology boost with new interior, revised engines and mild hybrid functionality. As stunning to drive as before.

D D200 S MH - 4S 8A 32590 13688 34 50.6-57.2 131 1997 201 - 317 - 146 7.6 1810 2000 D D200 R-Dynamic S MH - 4S 8A 33975 14270 35 50.6-57.2 131 1997 201 - 317 - 146 7.6 1810 2000 D D200 R-Dynamic SE MH - 4S 8A 36735 15429 35 50.6-57.2 138 1997 201 - 317 - 146 7.6 1810 2000 D D200 R-Dynamic HSE MH - 4S 8A 39650 16653 36 50.6-57.2 140 1997 201 - 317 - 146 7.6 1810 2000 D D200 AWD R-Dynamic S MH 414 4S 8A 35620 14604 35 47.2-51.8 144 1997 201 - 317 - 143 7.8 1869 2000 D D200 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 4S 8A 38210 15666 35 47.2-51.8 149 1997 201 - 317 - 143 7.8 1869 2000 D D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE MH - 4S 8A 41405 16976 36 47.2-51.8 152 1997 201 - 317 - 143 7.8 1869 2000 D Sportbrake D200 SE MH 410 5E 8A 37740 17360 35 49.0-54.2 144 1997 201 - 317 - 143 7.8 1870 2000 D Sportbrake D200 R-Dynamic S MH - 5E 8A 35995 16558 35 49.0-54.2 138 1997 201 - 317 - 143 7.8 1870 2000 D Sportbrake D200 R-Dynamic SE MH - 5E 8A 38590 17751 35 49.0-54.2 144 1997 201 - 317 - 143 7.8 1870 2000 D Sportbrake D200 R-Dynamic HSE MH - 5E 8A 41500 19090 36 49.0-54.2 146 1997 201 - 317 - 143 7.8 1870 2000 D Sportbrake D200 AWD R-Dynamic S MH - 5E 8A 37755 16990 35 45.8-49.5 151 1997 201 - 317 - 143 8.0 1931 2000 D Sportbrake D200 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 5E 8A 40345 18155 35 45.8-49.5 155 1997 201 - 317 - 143 8.0 1931 2000 D Sportbrake D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE MH - 5E 8A 43255 19465 36 45.8-49.5 157 1997 201 - 317 - 143 8.0 1931 2000

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

Kia upgrades its compact crossover challenger with new mild hybrid powerplants and additional technology.

P Connect 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 6M 21650 10392 10 51.4 125 998 118 - 127 - 115 10.4 1253 900

List price£

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

In the face of stronger competition, Jaguar ups the ante with the latest XE. It’s better equipped with an enhanced interior.

D D200 S MH - 4S 8A 30210 11480 29 52.3-58.5 128 1997 201 - 317 - 146 7.3 1722 1800 D D200 R-Dynamic S MH - 4S 8A 31165 11843 30 52.3-58.5 128 1997 201 - 317 - 146 7.3 1722 1800 D D200 R-Dynamic SE MH - 4S 8A 32815 12470 30 52.3-58.5 128 1997 201 - 317 - 146 7.3 1722 1800 D D200 R-Dynamic HSE MH - 4S 8A 35705 12854 31 52.3-58.5 137 1997 201 - 317 - 146 7.3 1722 1800 D D200 R-Dynamic Black MH - 4S 8A 32990 12536 30 52.3-58.5 137 1997 201 - 317 - 146 7.3 1722 1800

Issue tested

XE

974 974 977 974 977 978 981 978 981 974 977 1015 1015

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The Rio is an underated compact hatchback that now features a technology boost and mild hybrid drivetrain.

P 2 1.0 T-GDi - 5H 6M 17050 6650 7 52.3 123 998 99 - 127 - 115 10.0 P 3 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 6M 19350 7547 9 52.3 122 998 118 - 127 - 118 9.8 P 3 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 7A 20350 7937 9 52.3 123 998 118 - 148 - 118 9.9 P GT-Line S 1.0 T-GDi MH - 5H 6M 20350 8344 9 51.4 125 998 118 - 127 - 118 9.8

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

UK dealers: 87 Warranty: 3 years/Unlimited miles Maintenance: 21,000 miles (16,000 miles 3.0-litre engines)

0-62mph

JAGUAR

1000 1000 1000 1500

KIA

Kerb weight (kg)

While Vauxhall stopped importing the Insignia Sports Tourer into the UK in the Autumn of 2019, it’s still produced in Germany and sold in mainland Europe. Slow sales were blamed for the car’s demise here, which is a real shame, as it was spacious, good to drive and looked great. The Sports Tourer received a facelift last year, alongside the hatchback editions, and is available with the 121bhp 1.5-litre three-cylinder turbodiesel unit and the 172bhp 2.0litre four-cylinder powerplant. These are the same engines that are found in the Insignia hatchback here in the UK. Shown in the images with an Opel badge, trim levels include Entry, Edition, GS Line, GS Line Plus, Elegance and Ultimate, and compare to the SE, SRi, SRi VX-Line and Ultimate versions of the hatchback we get here in the UK.

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

It looks good, is decently kitted out, but merely average to drive. It’s off-road ability is good, though, as you would expect.

Longitude 1.6 MultiJet II 4x2 - 5H 6M 28125 13219 17 45.6 157 1598 118 - 236 - 115 11.0 1430 D Night Eagle 1.6 MultiJet II 4x2 - 5H 6M 29625 13924 17 45.6 157 1598 118 - 236 - 115 11.0 1430 D Limited 1.6 MultiJet II 4x2 - 5H 6M 31125 14629 19 45.6 157 1598 118 - 236 - 115 11.0 1430 D Trailhawk 2.0 MultiJet II 4x4 - 5H 9A 38360 17646 22 38.7 191 1956 168 - 280 - 122 9.5 1540

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

VAUXHALL INSIGNIA SPORTS TOURER

Power Source

I-PACE

JEEP

DENIED DIESELS

112

Ins. Group

1650 1350 1650 1350 1650 1350 1650 1350

List price£

1564 1818 1564 1818 1564 1818 1564 1818

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

8.0 8.6 8.0 8.6 8.0 8.6 8.0 8.6

Issue tested

178 178 178 178 178 178 178 178

Power Source

1598 1598 1598 1598 1598 1598 1598 1598

Towing weight (kg)

tba tba tba tba 130 tba 131 tba

0-62mph

tba tba tba tba 49.6 tba 49.6 tba

Trade-in value

List price£

15222 tba 16912 tba 16201 tba 17738 tba 14904 19 16912 tba 16830 20 18073 tba

Kerb weight (kg)

PE

34595 39330 36820 41250 34660 39330 37400 42030

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

PE

6A 6A 6A 6A 6A 6A 6A 6A

Engine cc

PE

5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H

CO2g/km

PE

410 -

Combined mpg (Range)

PE

N Line 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid N Line 1.6 T-GDi Plug-in Hybrid N Line S 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid N Line S 1.6 T-GDi Plug-in Hybrid Premium 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid Premium 1.6 T-GDi Plug-in Hybrid Ultimate 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid Ultimate 1.6 T-GDi Plug-in Hybrid

Ins. Group

PE

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

PE

Issue tested

Power Source PE

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LAND ROVER UK dealers: 120 Warranty: 3 years/Unlimited miles Maintenance: 16,000 miles (21,000 miles 2.0-litre)

DEFENDER

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Recreated for a new generation, the new Defender is rugged in an altogether different way. It isn’t cheap though.

D 90 D250 AWD SE MH - 3H 8A 53260 34086 37 30.4-32.8 230 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.0 2303 3500 D 90 D250 AWD HSE MH - 3H 8A 57520 35662 38 30.4-32.8 231 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.0 2303 3500 D 90 D250 AWD X-Dynamic S MH - 3H 8A 52175 33392 36 30.4-32.8 228 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.0 2303 3500 D 90 D250 AWD X-Dynamic SE MH - 3H 8A 56260 36006 38 30.4-32.8 230 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.0 2303 3500 D 90 D250 AWD X-Dynamic HSE MH - 3H 8A 60520 37522 39 30.4-32.8 232 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.0 2303 3500 D 90 D250 AWD XS Edition MH - 3H 8A 58120 37197 40 30.4-32.8 231 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.0 2303 3500 D 90 D300 AWD X MH - 3H 8A 78135 48444 42 30.4-32.7 232 2996 296 - 479 - 119 6.7 2303 3500 D 110 D200 AWD SE MH - 5H 8A 54700 34461 33 29.8-32.2 234 2996 197 - 369 - 109 10.2 2415 3500 D 110 D250 AWD S MH - 5H 8A 54245 34717 37 29.8-32.2 232 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.3 2415 3500 D 110 D250 AWD SE MH - 5H 8A 58355 37347 38 29.8-32.2 234 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.3 2415 3500 D 110 D250 AWD HSE MH - 5H 8A 62825 38952 40 29.8-32.2 235 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.3 2415 3500 D 110 D250 AWD X-Dynamic S MH - 5H 8A 57245 36637 39 29.8-32.2 232 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.3 2415 3500 D 110 D250 AWD X-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 8A 61355 39267 40 29.8-32.2 234 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.3 2415 3500 D 110 D250 AWD X-Dynamic HSE MH - 5H 8A 65825 40812 40 29.8-32.2 235 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.3 2415 3500 D 110 D250 AWD XS Edition MH - 5H 8A 61980 38428 41 29.8-32.2 235 2996 246 - 420 - 117 8.3 2415 3500 D 110 D300 AWD SE MH - 5H 8A 61955 39651 40 29.8-32.2 234 2996 296 - 479 - 119 7.0 2415 3500 D 110 D300 AWD HSE MH - 5H 8A 66425 41184 42 29.8-32.2 235 2996 296 - 479 - 119 7.0 2415 3500 D 110 D300 AWD X-Dynamic S MH - 5H 8A 60965 39018 41 29.8-32.2 232 2996 296 - 479 - 119 7.0 2415 3500 D 110 D300 AWD X-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 8A 64955 40272 41 29.8-32.2 234 2996 296 - 479 - 119 7.0 2415 3500 D 110 D300 AWD X-Dynamic HSE MH - 5H 8A 69425 43044 42 29.8-32.2 235 2996 296 - 479 - 119 7.0 2415 3500 D 110 D300 AWD X MH - 5H 8A 82120 50914 43 29.8-32.2 236 2996 296 - 479 - 119 7.0 2415 3500 PE 110 P400e AWD X-Dynamic S - 5H 8A 65915 40867 tba 72.1-85.3 75 1997 296 141 295 203 119 5.6 2600 3000 PE 110 P400e AWD X-Dynamic SE - 5H 8A 69195 42901 tba 72.1-85.3 76 1997 296 141 295 203 119 5.6 2600 3000 PE 110 P400e AWD X-Dynamic HSE - 5H 8A 73665 45672 tba 72.1-85.3 77 1997 296 141 295 203 119 5.6 2600 3000 PE 110 P400e AWD XS Edition - 5H 8A 70185 43515 tba 72.1-85.3 77 1997 296 141 295 203 119 5.6 2600 3000 PE 110 P400e AWD X - 5H 8A 85675 53119 tba 72.1-85.3 78 1997 296 141 295 203 119 5.6 2600 3000

DISCOVERY SPORT

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Comprehensively revised, with mild hybrid technology, an all-new interior and that go-anywhere ability.

D D165 - 5H 6M 32430 16215 tba 42.2-44.8 167 1997 161 - 280 D D165 AWD MH - 5H 9A 36290 18145 tba 39.2-42.2 180 1997 161 - 280 D D165 AWD Urban Edition MH - 5H 9A 39990 19995 tba 39.2-42.2 180 1997 161 - 280 D D165 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 9A 43855 22805 tba 39.2-42.2 184 1997 161 - 280 D D200 AWD Urban Edition MH - 5H 9A 40945 21701 tba 38.7-42.2 180 1997 201 - 317 D D200 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 9A 44875 23784 tba 38.7-42.2 183 1997 201 - 317 D D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE MH - 5H 9A 47645 24775 tba 38.7-42.2 184 1997 201 - 317 PE P300e AWD R-Dynamic Urban Edition - 5H 8A 48185 25538 39 143.1 44 1498 197 107 207 192 PE P300e AWD R-Dynamic SE - 5H 8A 49335 26148 41 143.1 44 1498 197 107 207 192 PE P300e AWD R-Dynamic HSE - 5H 8A 51895 26985 42 143.1 44 1498 197 107 207 192

NEW DISCOVERY

112 10.4 112 10.2 112 10.2 112 10.2 117 8.6 117 8.6 117 8.6 130 6.6 130 6.6 130 6.6

1844 1948 1948 1948 1948 1948 1948 2168 2168 2168

1800 2200 2200 2200 2500 2500 2500 1600 1600 1600

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Extra dynamism has been added, as well as straight six engines. It’s so good, it could wear Range Rover badges.

D D250 AWD S MH - 5H 8A 53695 23626 38 31.9-33.9 221 2996 245 - 420 - 120 8.1 2437 3500 D D250 AWD R-Dynamic S MH - 5H 8A 56045 24660 39 31.9-33.9 220 2996 245 - 420 - 120 8.1 2437 3500 D D250 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 8A 59645 28033 40 31.9-33.9 222 2996 245 - 420 - 120 8.1 2437 3500 D D300 AWD S MH - 5H 8A 56480 24851 41 31.9-33.9 221 2996 296 - 479 - 130 6.8 2437 3500 D D300 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH 412 5H 8A 62430 30591 42 31.9-33.9 222 2996 296 - 479 - 130 6.8 2437 3500 D D300 AWD R-Dynamic HSE MH - 5H 8A 67330 33665 45 31.9-33.9 223 2996 296 - 479 - 130 6.8 2437 3500

PE PE PE PE

RANGE ROVER EVOQUE

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Not the most radical of updates, but has more space and is bang up-to-date on the equipment front.

D165 MH - 5H 6M 32115 19911 tba 43.5-47.1 160 1999 161 - 280 - 120 D165 S MH - 5H 6M 35415 21957 tba 43.5-47.1 162 1999 161 - 280 - 120 D165 R-Dynamic MH - 5H 6M 33615 20841 tba 43.5-47.1 161 1999 161 - 280 - 120 D165 R-Dynamic S MH - 5H 6M 36915 22887 tba 43.5-47.1 163 1999 161 - 280 - 120 D165 AWD MH - 5H 9A 36015 22329 tba 41.5-44.1 169 1999 161 - 280 - 120 D165 AWD S MH - 5H 9A 39625 24568 tba 41.5-44.1 171 1999 161 - 280 - 120 D165 AWD R-Dynamic MH - 5H 9A 37565 23666 tba 41.5-44.1 170 1999 161 - 280 - 120 D165 AWD R-Dynamic S MH - 5H 9A 41175 25940 tba 41.5-44.1 171 1999 161 - 280 - 120 D200 AWD R-Dynamic S MH - 5H 9A 42175 26992 tba 40.4-43.5 171 1999 201 - 317 - 120 D200 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 9A 45775 28381 tba 40.4-43.5 173 1999 201 - 317 - 120 D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE MH - 5H 9A 48775 29753 tba 40.4-43.5 173 1999 201 - 317 - 120 D200 AWD Autobiography MH - 5H 9A 52175 31827 tba 40.4-43.5 180 1999 201 - 317 - 120 P300e AWD R-Dynamic S - 5H 8A 45950 29408 38 143.1 44 1498 197 107 207 192 132 P300e AWD R-Dynamic SE - 5H 8A 49500 30690 39 143.1 44 1498 197 107 207 192 132 P300e AWD R-Dynamic HSE - 5H 8A 52500 32025 40 143.1 44 1498 197 107 207 192 132 P300e AWD Autobiography - 5H 8A 55350 33764 40 143.1 44 1498 197 107 207 192 132

RANGE ROVER VELAR

10.1 10.1 10.1 10.1 9.8 9.8 9.8 9.8 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 6.4 6.4 6.4 6.4

1600 1600 1600 1600 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 1600 1600 1600 1600

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

0-62mph

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

List price£

Trade-in value

Issue tested

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Fourth member of the Range Rover line-up, borrowing its underpinnings from the Jaguar F-Pace. It’s sensational.

D D200 AWD MH - 5H 8A 46125 20756 tba tba 169 1999 201 - tba - tba tba D D200 AWD S MH - 5H 8A 51465 24189 tba tba 169 1999 201 - tba - tba tba D D200 AWD SE MH - 5H 8A 54315 27158 tba tba 168 1999 201 - tba - tba tba D D200 AWD HSE MH - 5H 8A 59915 31156 tba tba 175 1999 201 - tba - tba tba D D200 AWD R-Dynamic MH - 5H 8A 48555 22335 tba tba 172 1999 201 - tba - tba tba D D200 AWD R-Dynamic S MH - 5H 8A 53895 25870 tba tba 173 1999 201 - tba - tba tba D D200 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 8A 56745 28940 tba tba 172 1999 201 - tba - tba tba D D200 AWD R-Dynamic HSE MH - 5H 8A 62335 32414 tba tba 178 1999 201 - tba - tba tba D D200 AWD Velar Edition MH - 5H 8A 60545 31483 tba tba 173 1999 201 - tba - tba tba D D300 AWD R-Dynamic S MH - 5H 8A 60295 27736 tba tba 201 2996 296 - tba - tba tba D D300 AWD R-Dynamic SE MH - 5H 8A 63145 30941 tba tba 199 2996 296 - tba - tba tba D D300 AWD R-Dynamic HSE MH - 5H 8A 69290 34645 tba tba 205 2996 296 - tba - tba tba Power Source

1787 1787 1787 1787 1891 1891 1891 1891 1941 1941 1941 1941 2157 2157 2157 2157 tba tba tba tba tba tba tba tba tba tba tba tba

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D D D D D D D D D D D D

Kerb weight (kg)

LO N G TERM TEST

1997 1997 1997 1997 1997 1997 1997 1997

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Towing weight (kg)

51 51 50 55 52 53 52 56

0-62mph

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

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Kerb weight (kg)

Engine cc

Trade-in value

Ins. Group

25448 tba 29032 tba 32173 tba 35672 tba 27126 tba 30811 tba 34058 tba 36930 tba

CO2g/km

PE

56550 61770 64345 68600 58970 64190 66780 71020

Combined mpg (Range)

PE

8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A

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RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Subtle exterior update mated to a more comprehensive interior makeover. Plug-in hybrid technology is new, too.

D D250 HSE MH - 5H 8A 64685 31696 47 31.0-34.2 218 2997 245 - 443 - 130 8.5 D D250 HSE Silver MH - 5H 8A 68575 33602 48 31.0-34.2 223 2997 245 - 443 - 130 8.5 D D300 HSE Silver MH - 5H 8A 71575 35072 49 30.7-34.0 224 2997 296 - 479 - 130 7.3 D D300 HSE Dynamic MH - 5H 8A 73550 35304 47 30.7-34.0 237 2997 296 - 479 - 130 7.3 D D300 HSE Dynamic Black MH - 5H 8A 79150 37992 50 30.7-34.0 244 2997 296 - 479 - 130 7.3 D D300 Autobiography Dynamic MH - 5H 8A 86050 41304 48 30.7-34.0 239 2997 296 - 479 - 130 7.3 D D350 HST MH 408 5H 8A 86055 41306 49 29.2-31.2 249 2997 346 - 516 - 140 6.9 PE P400e HSE Silver - 5H 8A 75495 46052 50 73.0-88.3 75 1997 296 141 295 203 137 6.3 PE P400e HSE Dynamic 380 5H 8A 75985 47871 50 73.0-88.3 75 1997 296 141 295 203 137 6.3 PE P400e HSE Dynamic Black - 5H 8A 79545 50113 50 73.0-88.3 83 1997 296 141 295 203 137 6.3 PE P400e Autobiography Dynamic - 5H 8A 86675 54605 50 73.0-88.3 76 1997 296 141 295 203 137 6.3

RANGE ROVER

2278 3500 2278 3500 2278 3500 2278 3500 2278 3500 2278 3500 2278 3500 2539 2500 2539 2500 2539 2500 2539 2500

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

A modest facelift for the ultimate in luxury off-roader and limousine. The interior has a bespoke feel and is mighty fine.

D D300 Vogue MH - 5H 8A 83525 44268 50 30.5-33.0 228 2997 296 - 479 - 130 7.4 2350 3500 D D300 Westminster MH - 5H 8A 86980 43490 50 30.5-33.0 236 2997 296 - 479 - 130 7.4 2350 3500 D D300 Westminster Black MH - 5H 8A 87645 43823 50 30.5-33.0 235 2997 296 - 479 - 130 7.4 2350 3500 D D300 Vogue SE MH - 5H 8A 90125 46865 50 30.5-33.0 236 2997 296 - 479 - 130 7.4 2350 3500 D D300 Autobiography MH - 5H 8A 103000 51500 50 30.5-33.0 238 2997 296 - 479 - 130 7.4 2350 3500 D D350 Vogue MH - 5H 8A 89745 44873 50 28.9-30.8 242 2997 346 - 516 - 140 7.1 2350 3500 D D350 Vogue SE MH - 5H 8A 96345 46246 50 28.9-30.8 250 2997 346 - 516 - 140 7.1 2350 3500 D D350 Autobiography MH 407 5H 8A 109220 51333 50 28.9-30.8 252 2997 346 - 516 - 140 7.1 2350 3500 PE P400e Vogue - 5H 8A 89390 55422 50 73.0-84.8 77 1997 296 141 295 203 137 6.4 2577 2500 PE P400e Westminster - 5H 8A 93355 58814 50 73.0-84.8 84 1997 296 141 295 203 137 6.4 2577 2500 PE P400e Westminster Black - 5H 8A 93375 58826 50 73.0-84.8 83 1997 296 141 295 203 137 6.4 2577 2500 PE P400e Vogue SE - 5H 8A 95890 57534 50 73.0-84.8 84 1997 296 141 295 203 137 6.4 2577 2500 PE P400e Autobiography 376 5H 8A 108765 63084 50 73.0-84.8 85 1997 296 141 295 203 137 6.4 2577 2500 D LWB D350 Autobiography MH - 5H 8A 116435 54724 50 28.7-30.4 256 2997 346 - 516 - 140 7.2 2518 3500 D LWB D350 SVAutobiography MH - 5H 8A 171070 78692 50 28.7-30.4 255 2997 346 - 516 - 140 7.2 2518 3500 PE LWB P400e Autobiography - 5H 8A 115965 66100 50 69.9-81.4 87 1997 296 141 295 203 137 6.5 2671 2500 PE LWB P400e SVAutobiography - 5H 8A 170615 87014 50 69.9-81.4 87 1997 296 141 295 203 137 6.5 2671 2500

LEXUS UK dealers: 47 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: 10,000 miles

UX

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

And then there were three, as Lexus expands its SUV offering in the UK. It’s cute, luxurious and affordable.

- 5H CVT 29955 18572 22 49.5-53.2 120 1987 150 107 140 149 PE Premium Sport Edition - 5H CVT 33155 20556 tba tba 124 1987 150 107 140 149 PE F Sport 401 5H CVT 34790 20526 22 49.5-50.4 126 1987 150 107 140 149 PE Takumi - 5H CVT 41505 22828 26 49.5-50.4 126 1987 150 107 140 149 PE E-Four - 5H CVT 38005 23563 23 46.3-47.0 136 1987 150 114 140 149 PE F Sport E-Four - 5H CVT 39940 23565 23 46.3-47.0 136 1987 150 114 140 149 PE Takumi E-Four - 5H CVT 42855 24120 26 46.3-47.0 136 1987 150 114 140 149 E 300e - 5H 1A 41745 24145 tba (196) 0 - - 201 - 221 PE

NX

110 110 110 110 110 110 110 99

8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.7 8.7 8.7 7.5

1540 1540 1540 1540 1600 1600 1600 1785

750 750 750 750 750 750 750 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Strikingly styled SUV with hybrid power, and based upon the old Toyota RAV4. Dynamically, it’s the best Lexus yet.

- 5H CVT 36075 20924 28 36.2-39.7 161 2494 153 141 155 199 112 9.2 PE E-Four - 5H CVT 37335 21654 29 35.3-37.1 171 2494 153 208 155 199 112 9.2 PE Premium Sport Edition E-Four - 5H CVT 39515 22919 tba 35.3-37.1 173 2494 153 208 155 199 112 9.2 PE F Sport E-Four - 5H CVT 44050 25109 29 35.3-37.1 173 2494 153 208 155 199 112 9.2 PE Takumi E-Four - 5H CVT 47835 28223 30 35.3-37.1 172 2494 153 208 155 199 112 9.2 PE

RX

1840 1905 1905 1905 1905

650 1500 1500 1500 1500

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Boldly styled, bigger, greener and pricier, but misses out on plug-in hybrid technology. L model is roomy.

- 5H CVT 52515 29934 41 35.7 178 3456 259 232 247 247 PE F Sport - 5H CVT 56815 31248 41 35.7 179 3456 259 232 247 247 PE Takumi - 5H CVT 63315 34823 43 35.7 179 3456 259 232 247 247 PE L - 5H CVT 53805 31207 41 34.4 185 3456 259 232 247 247 PE L Takumi - 5H CVT 64215 36603 42 34.4 185 3456 259 232 247 247 PE

ES

124 124 124 112 112

7.7 7.7 7.7 8.0 8.0

2100 2000 2100 2000 2100 2000 2205 0 2205 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

First ES model to be sold in the UK replaces the GS in the line-up. It’s front-wheel-drive, looks good, and is well kitted out.

- 4S CVT 34705 17700 33 48.7-54.3 119 2487 176 118 163 149 112 8.9 1680 PE Premium Edition - 4S CVT 35755 18235 tba 48.7-51.3 125 2487 176 118 163 149 112 8.9 1680 PE F Sport - 4S CVT 37870 19692 34 48.7-50.4 127 2487 176 118 163 149 112 8.9 1680 PE Takumi 388 4S CVT 45955 20680 38 48.7-51.3 125 2487 176 118 163 149 112 8.9 1680 PE

LS

0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The finest expression of Lexus luxury, with all-wheel-drive available in the UK for the first time. It has real presence.

- 4S CVT 78925 33938 47 34.9-35.3 182 3456 295 177 258 221 155 5.4 2190 PE Premium Pack - 4S CVT 86625 37249 48 34.9-35.3 182 3456 295 177 258 221 155 5.4 2190 PE Premium Pack AWD - 4S CVT 89765 38599 49 31.4 214 3456 295 177 258 221 155 5.5 2275 PE F Sport - 4S CVT 86625 38115 48 34.9-35.3 184 3456 295 177 258 221 155 5.4 2190 PE Takumi AWD 383 4S CVT 105405 46378 50 31.4 214 3456 295 177 258 221 155 5.5 2275 PE

LC

0 0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Hot new flagship Coupé that look sensational. Supercar performance is merged with excellent day-to-day frugality.

- 2C CVT 80125 40864 47 34.8 184 3456 295 177 258 221 155 5.0 1980 0 PE Sport Pack - 2C CVT 85325 43516 48 34.8 184 3456 295 177 258 221 155 5.0 1980 0 PE

MAZDA UK dealers: 124 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: 12,500 miles

2

RATING Coming Soon

Mazda’s smallest has the verve and style to compete in a crowded supermini sector.

P SE-L MH - 5H 6M 16245 6498 14 53.3 121 1496 P SE-L Nav MH - 5H 6M 16945 6609 15 53.3 121 1496 P Sport Nav MH - 5H 6M 17745 7275 15 53.3 120 1496 P GT Sport Nav MH - 5H 6M 18745 8435 16 53.3 120 1496

3

74 89 89 89

-

100 109 109 109

-

106 114 114 114

11.7 9.7 9.7 9.7

1134 1141 1141 1141

900 900 900 900

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Even smarter and more stylish than before, with mild-hybrid engine range. What a great follow up!

P SE-L MH - 5H 6M 21805 11121 15 50.4-51.4 124 1998 121 - 157 P SE-L Lux MH - 5H 6M 22905 11682 15 50.4-51.4 124 1998 121 - 157 P SE-L Lux MH - 5H 6M 24805 12651 22 53.3-54.3 118 1998 184 - 177 P Sport Lux MH - 5H 6M 26205 13365 22 53.3-54.3 120 1998 184 - 177 P GT Sport MH - 5H 6M 28005 14283 22 53.3-54.3 121 1998 184 - 177 P GT Sport Tech MH - 5H 6M 28905 14742 23 53.3-54.3 121 1998 184 - 177 P SE-L Lux MH - 4S 6M 24805 12651 22 55.4-56.5 114 1998 184 - 177 P Sport Lux MH - 4S 6M 26205 13365 22 55.4-56.5 117 1998 184 - 177 P GT Sport MH - 4S 6M 28005 14283 22 55.4-56.5 117 1998 184 - 177 P GT Sport Tech MH - 4S 6M 28905 14742 23 55.4-56.5 117 1998 184 - 177

MX-30

-

122 10.4 122 10.4 134 8.1 134 8.1 134 8.1 134 8.1 134 8.1 134 8.1 134 8.1 134 8.1

1403 1403 1464 1464 1464 1464 1466 1466 1466 1466

1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300 1300

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Mazda’s first EV is tremendous and interestingly different with a nod to the RX-8 thanks to the small rear doors.

E SE-L Lux - 5H 1A 26045 14064 19 (124) 0 - - 143 - 200 87 9.7 E Sport Lux 412 5H 1A 28045 15144 19 (124) 0 - - 143 - 200 87 9.7 E GT Sport Tech 414 5H 1A 30345 16386 19 (124) 0 - - 143 - 200 87 9.7 E First Edition - 5H 1A 27995 15117 19 (124) 0 - - 143 - 200 87 9.7

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1645 1645 1645 1645

0 0 0 0 Towing weight (kg)

RATING Coming Soon

188 188 188 188 188 258

PE

5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H

0-62mph

The first model in Kia’s plan to launch bespoke electric vehicles to cover a variety of different sectors.

E Air RWD - 5H 1A 40895 20448 tba (316) 0 - - 225 E GT-Line RWD - 5H 1A 43895 21948 tba (316) 0 - - 225 E GT-Line AWD - 5H 1A 47395 23698 tba tba 0 - - 320 E GT-Line S RWD - 5H 1A 48395 24198 tba tba 0 - - 225 E GT-Line S AWD - 5H 1A 51895 25948 tba tba 0 - - 320 E GT AWD - 5H 1A 58295 29148 tba tba 0 - - 577 -

2006 1650 2099 1500 1954 2500 2006 1650 2099 1500 2006 1650 2099 1500

PE

-

Kerb weight (kg)

EV6

8.7 8.4 9.1 8.7 8.4 8.7 8.4

PE

P400e AWD P400e AWD S P400e AWD SE P400e AWD HSE P400e AWD R-Dynamic P400e AWD R-Dynamic S P400e AWD R-Dynamic SE P400e AWD R-Dynamic HSE

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

PE

PE

CO2g/km

A huge leap forward in terms of design and technology, making this flagship Kia the most intricate car so far.

2 Hybrid 1.6 T-GDi AWD - 5H 6A 39360 19680 30 40.9 158 1598 178 86 195 195 119 2 PHEV 1.6 T-GDi AWD - 5H 6A 45245 22623 32 176.6 38 1598 178 90 195 224 119 D 3 2.2 CRDi AWD 412 5H 8A 41770 20885 31 42.2 176 2151 199 - 325 - 127 PE 3 Hybrid 1.6 T-GDi AWD - 5H 6A 43260 21630 31 38.7 166 1598 178 86 195 195 119 PE 3 PHEV 1.6 T-GDi AWD - 5H 6A 49145 24573 32 176.6 38 1598 178 90 195 224 119 PE 4 Hybrid 1.6 T-GDi AWD - 5H 6A 47610 24757 32 38.2 169 1598 178 86 195 195 119 PE 4 PHEV 1.6 T-GDi AWD 413 5H 6A 53495 27817 32 176.6 38 1598 178 90 195 224 119 PE

PE

Engine cc

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

PE

List price£

1400 1600 1400 1600 1400 1600 1400 1600 1600 1400 1600 1600

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

1609 1627 1609 1627 1609 1627 1609 1627 1698 1609 1627 1698

Issue tested

10.8 11.4 10.8 11.4 10.8 11.4 10.8 11.4 11.6 10.8 11.4 11.6

Combined mpg (Range)

112 112 112 112 112 112 112 112 112 112 112 112

Ins. Group

-

Trade-in value

236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236

List price£

NEW SORENTO

16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16 16

Issue tested

134 134 134 134 134 134 134 134 134 134 134 134

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

1598 1598 1598 1598 1598 1598 1598 1598 1598 1598 1598 1598

Power Source

146 141 155 154 147 147 154 155 173 156 157 173

Power Source

50.4 50.4 47.9 47.9 50.4 50.4 47.9 47.9 42.8 47.9 47.1 42.8

Towing weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

18 18 19 20 19 20 16 16 16 20 14 16

0-62mph

Engine cc

11987 12683 13545 14098 13693 14265 13122 13827 14856 14573 15258 15615

Kerb weight (kg)

CO2g/km

25505 26985 28820 29995 29135 30350 27920 29420 30950 31680 33170 34700

Combined mpg (Range)

6M 7A 6M 7A 6M 7A 6M 7A 7A 6M 7A 7A

Trade-in value

5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H

Ins. Group

-

List price£

2 1.6 CRDi 48V 2WD MH 2 1.6 CRDi 48V 2WD MH 3 1.6 CRDi 48V 2WD MH 3 1.6 CRDi 48V 2WD MH JBL Black Edition 1.6 CRDi 48V 2WD MH JBL Black Edition 1.6 CRDi 48V 2WD MH GT-Line 1.6 CRDi 48V 2WD MH GT-Line 1.6 CRDi 48V 2WD MH GT-Line 1.6 CRDi 48V AWD MH GT-Line S 1.6 CRDi 48V 2WD MH GT-Line S 1.6 CRDi 48V 2WD MH GT-Line S 1.6 CRDi 48V AWD MH

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Issue tested

Power Source D D D D D D D D D D D D

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

A multi-purpose vehicle that is more car-like than before, with tax efficient engines and a higher degree of technology.

D B 180 d Sport - 5H 8A 29400 13524 15 53.3-54.3 137 1950 114 - 207 - 124 9.8 1535 D B 200 d Sport - 5H 8A 30700 14122 21 55.4 133 1950 148 - 236 - 136 8.3 1535 D B 180 d Sport Executive Edition - 5H 8A 32000 14400 15 53.3-54.3 138 1950 114 - 207 - 124 9.8 1535 D B 200 d Sport Executive Edition - 5H 8A 33300 14985 22 55.4 135 1950 148 - 236 - 136 8.3 1535 D B 180 d AMG Line Executive Edition - 5H 7A 32400 14904 16 53.3-54.3 136 1950 114 - 207 - 124 9.8 1535 D B 200 d AMG Line Executive Edition - 5H 8A 33700 15839 22 55.4 133 1950 148 - 236 - 136 8.3 1535 D B 220 d AMG Line Executive Edition - 5H 8A 35250 16215 26 54.3-55.4 135 1950 188 - 295 - 145 7.2 1565 PE B 250 e AMG Line Executive Edition - 5H 8A 35970 16546 31 235.4 25 1332 158 101 170 243 146 6.8 1725 D B 180 d AMG Line Premium Edition - 5H 7A 33900 15255 16 53.3-54.3 137 1950 114 - 207 - 124 9.8 1535 D B 200 d AMG Line Premium Edition 389 5H 8A 35200 16192 22 55.4 133 1950 148 - 236 - 136 8.3 1535 D B 220 d AMG Line Premium Edition - 5H 8A 36750 16538 26 54.3-55.4 135 1950 188 - 295 - 145 7.2 1565 PE B 250 e AMG Line Premium Edition - 5H 8A 37470 16862 31 235.4 25 1332 158 101 170 243 146 6.8 1725 D B 180 d AMG Line Premium Plus Edition - 5H 7A 35400 15930 17 53.3-54.3 138 1950 114 - 207 - 124 9.8 1535 D B 200 d AMG Line Premium Plus Edition - 5H 8A 36700 16515 22 55.4 134 1950 148 - 236 - 136 8.3 1535 D B 220 d AMG Line Premium Plus Edition - 5H 8A 38250 16830 26 54.3-55.4 137 1950 188 - 295 - 145 7.2 1565 PE B 250 e AMG Line Premium Plus Edition - 5H 8A 38970 17147 31 235.4 25 1332 158 101 170 243 146 6.8 1725

CLA-CLASS

1400 1600 1400 1600 1400 1600 1600 1600 1400 1600 1600 1600 1400 1600 1600 1600

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Round two for Merc’s concept four-door Coupé and Tourer. It looks smart, drives well, but isn’t exactly cheap.

D CLA 220 d AMG Line - 4C 8A 35895 16512 34 55.4-56.5 132 1950 188 - 295 - 152 PE CLA 250 e AMG Line Premium - 4C 8A 38450 19994 38256.8-282.5 23 1332 158 101 184 221 149 D CLA 220 d AMG Line Premium - 4C 8A 37395 17576 34 55.4-56.5 132 1950 188 - 295 - 152 PE CLA 250 e AMG Line Premium Plus - 4C 8A 39950 19975 39256.8-282.5 23 1332 158 101 184 221 149 D CLA 220 d AMG Line Premium Plus - 4C 8A 38895 17892 34 55.4-56.5 133 1950 188 - 295 - 152 D CLA 220 d AMG Line Shooting Brake - 5E 8A 36895 16972 33 54.3-55.4 135 1950 188 - 295 - 147 PE CLA 250 e AMG Line Premium SB - 5E 8A 39450 20514 38 235.4 24 1332 158 101 184 221 146 D CLA 220 d AMG Line Premium SB 401 5E 8A 38395 18046 34 54.3-55.4 135 1950 188 - 295 - 147 PE CLA 250 e AMG Line Premium Plus SB - 5E 8A 40950 20475 39 235.4 25 1332 158 101 184 221 146 D CLA 220 d AMG Line Premium Plus SB - 5E 8A 39895 18352 34 54.3-55.4 136 1950 188 - 295 - 147

C-CLASS

7.1 6.8 7.1 6.8 7.1 7.2 6.9 7.2 6.9 7.2

1560 1725 1560 1725 1560 1585 1750 1585 1750 1585

1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600

NEW E-CLASS

121 121 121 121 -

369 - 155 295 325 155 258 325 155 295 - 145 369 - 155 295 325 155 258 325 155 295 - 149 295 - 149 369 - 155 295 - 149 369 - 155 295 - 145 295 - 145 369 - 155 295 - 145 369 - 155

CLS-CLASS

NEW S-CLASS

7.3 5.9 5.7 7.3 6.3 5.9 5.7 7.3 6.3 4.9 5.9 5.7 7.3 6.3 4.9 5.9 5.7 7.7 9.0 7.7 6.6 9.0 7.7 6.6 5.1 9.0 7.7 6.6 5.1 9.0 7.6 6.4 7.6 6.4 5.3 7.8 6.6 7.8 6.6 5.4

1750 2060 1990 1750 1925 2060 1990 1750 1925 1920 2060 1990 1750 1925 1920 2060 1990 1845 2145 1845 2010 2145 1845 2010 2015 2145 1845 2010 2015 2145 1800 1970 1800 1970 1890 1870 2045 1870 2045 1960

2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

It sets the standard for future technology, before it trickles down to the mundane. Is more finely crafted than ever before.

D S 350 d AMG Line - 4S 9A 80450 32180 50 40.4-42.8 173 2925 282 - 443 - 155 6.4 2020 D S 350 d AMG Line Premium - 4S 9A 87145 34858 50 40.4-42.8 184 2925 282 - 443 - 155 6.4 2020 D S 350 d L AMG Line Premium - 4S 9A 91145 37369 50 39.2-39.8 186 2925 282 - 443 - 155 6.4 2040 D S 400 d 4MATIC L AMG Line Premium - 4S 9A 96095 39399 50 37.7-38.7 192 2925 326 - 516 - 155 5.4 2090 D S 350 d L AMG Line Premium Executive - 4S 9A 92840 38064 50 39.2-39.8 187 2925 282 - 443 - 155 6.4 2040 D S 400 d 4MATIC L AMG Line Prem Exec - 4S 9A 97790 40094 50 37.7-38.7 192 2925 326 - 516 - 155 5.4 2090 D S 350 d L AMG Line Premium Plus - 4S 9A 97840 40114 50 39.2-39.8 188 2925 282 - 443 - 155 6.4 2040 D S 400 d 4MATIC L AMG Line Prem Plus - 4S 9A 102790 42144 50 37.7-38.7 195 2925 326 - 516 - 155 5.4 2090 D S 350 d L AMG Line Prem Plus Exec 416 4S 9A 102335 41957 50 39.2-39.8 190 2925 282 - 443 - 155 6.4 2040 D S 400 d 4MATIC L AMG Line Prem Plus Exec - 4S 9A 107285 43987 50 37.7-38.7 196 2925 326 - 516 - 155 5.4 2090

EQA

2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100 2100

RATING Coming Soon

All-electric version of the pumped up GLA. Posh interior, pretty roomy and great to drive. It’s pricey, though.

E EQA 250 Sport - 5H 1A 44495 24917 tba (261-263) 0 - - 188 - 277 99 E EQA 250 AMG Line - 5H 1A 45995 25757 tba (258-260) 0 - - 188 - 277 99 E EQA 300 4MATIC AMG Line - 5H 1A 48495 27157 tba (263-264) 0 - - 225 - 288 99 E EQA 350 4MATIC AMG Line - 5H 1A 49995 27997 tba (263-264) 0 - - 288 - 384 99 E EQA 250 AMG Line Premium - 5H 1A 48995 27437 tba (252-254) 0 - - 188 - 277 99 E EQA 300 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 5H 1A 51495 28837 tba (257-258) 0 - - 225 - 288 99 E EQA 350 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 5H 1A 52995 29677 tba (257-258) 0 - - 288 - 384 99 E EQA 250 AMG Line Premium Plus - 5H 1A 51995 29117 tba (250-252) 0 - - 188 - 277 99 E EQA 300 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5H 1A 54495 30517 tba (255-257) 0 - - 225 - 288 99 E EQA 350 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5H 1A 55995 31357 tba (255-257) 0 - - 288 - 384 99

Power Source

EQC

Towing weight (kg)

8.9 8.9 7.7 6.0 8.9 7.7 6.0 8.9 7.7 6.0

2040 2040 2105 2105 2040 2105 2105 2040 2105 2105

750 750 1800 1800 750 1800 1800 750 1800 1800

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

More than purely an electric GLC, it looks different, has an efficient drivetrain installed and a modified interior.

E EQC 400 Sport - 5H 1A 65720 36146 50 (233-255) 0 - - 402 - 561 112 E EQC 400 AMG Line - 5H 1A 67715 37243 50 (243-245) 0 - - 402 - 561 112 E EQC 400 AMG Line Premium - 5H 1A 72360 39074 50 (242-245) 0 - - 402 - 561 112 E EQC 400 AMG Line Premium Plus 398 5H 1A 74610 39543 50 (241-244) 0 - - 402 - 561 112

EQV

5.1 5.1 5.1 5.1

2495 2495 2495 2495

1800 1800 1800 1800

RATING Coming Soon

More than purely an electric GLC, it looks different, has an efficient drivetrain installed and a modified interior.

E EQV 300 Sport - 5M 1A 71645 36539 44 (213) 0 - - 201 - 270 98 12.1 2635 0 E EQV 300 Sport Premium - 5M 1A 73910 37694 44 (211) 0 - - 201 - 270 98 12.1 2635 0 E EQV 300 Sport Premium Plus - 5M 1A 78215 39890 45 (211) 0 - - 201 - 270 98 12.1 2635 0

NEW GLA-CLASS

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

Trade-in value

List price£

Issue tested

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

Trade-in value

List price£

Issue tested

1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

New GLA is the eighth car on the compact car platform. Its taller, but shorter than before, with added space.

D GLA 200 d Sport - 5H 8A 34115 15352 31 51.4-53.3 140 1950 148 - 236 - 129 D GLA 200 d Sport Executive - 5H 8A 35615 16027 31 51.4-53.3 140 1950 148 - 236 - 129 D GLA 200 d AMG Line - 5H 8A 35615 16383 31 51.4-53.3 142 1950 148 - 236 - 129 D GLA 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line - 5H 8A 38765 17832 36 49.6 148 1950 188 - 295 - 136 D GLA 200 d AMG Line Executive - 5H 8A 37115 17073 32 51.4-53.3 142 1950 148 - 236 - 129 D GLA 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line Executive - 5H 8A 40265 18522 36 49.6 149 1950 188 - 295 - 136 D GLA 200 d AMG Line Premium - 5H 8A 38615 17377 32 51.4-53.3 142 1950 148 - 236 - 129 D GLA 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium 406 5H 8A 41765 18794 36 49.6 149 1950 188 - 295 - 136 D GLA 200 d AMG Line Premium Plus - 5H 8A 40115 17651 32 51.4-53.3 143 1950 148 - 236 - 129 D GLA 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5H 8A 43265 19037 37 49.6 150 1950 188 - 295 - 136 PE GLA 250 e Exclusive Edition - 5H 8A 40395 17774 40 201.8 31 1332 158 101 184 221 137 PE GLA 250 e Exclusive Edition Prem - 5H 8A 41895 18434 41 201.8 32 1332 158 101 184 221 137

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

1685 1955 1870 1615 1685 1955 1870 1650 1650 1735 1650 1735 1785 1785 1820 1785 1820

An uplift in technology and a straight-six diesel engine under the bonnet. No Shooting Brake this time though.

D CLS 300 d AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 4C 9A 58940 24165 50 38.2 168 1992 261 20 406 - 155 6.4 1905 1900 D CLS 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 4C 9A 68535 28099 50 38.7 191 2925 326 - 516 - 155 5.0 1935 1900

1800 1800 1800 tba 1800 1800 1800 tba 1800 1800 1800 tba 1800 1800 1800 tba 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800

DieselCar & EcoCar

6.0 5.7 5.5 7.0 6.0 5.7 5.5 7.0 7.0 6.0 7.0 6.0 7.5 7.5 6.3 7.5 6.3

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Lightly modified for 2020, with more technology, higher equipment levels and RDE2 compliant engines.

D E 220 d Sport - 4S 9A 39685 17065 34 47.1-53.3 139 1950 192 - 295 - 149 D E E 300 de AMG Line Edition - 4S 9A 47480 22790 45217.3-235.4 33 1950 192 121 295 325 155 PE E 300 e AMG Line Edition - 4S 9A 46230 22190 43 166.2-176.6 37 1991 208 121 258 325 155 D E 220 d AMG Line - 4S 9A 42185 17296 36 47.1-53.3 139 1950 192 - 295 - 149 D E 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line MH - 4S 9A 45485 18649 40 tba 153 1992 261 20 406 - 155 D E E 300 de AMG Line - 4S 9A 51790 24859 46217.3-235.4 33 1950 192 121 295 325 155 PE E 300 e AMG Line - 4S 9A 50540 24259 44 166.2-176.6 37 1991 208 121 258 325 155 D E 220 d AMG Line Premium - 4S 9A 44185 18116 36 47.1-53.3 142 1950 192 - 295 - 149 D E 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium MH - 4S 9A 47485 19469 41 tba 154 1992 261 20 406 - 155 D E 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 4S 9A 57255 23475 44 39.2-42.2 176 2925 326 - 516 - 155 D E E 300 de AMG Line Premium - 4S 9A 53790 25281 47 217.3-235.4 33 1950 192 121 295 325 155 PE E 300 e AMG Line Premium - 4S 9A 52540 24168 44 166.2-176.6 37 1991 208 121 258 325 155 D E 220 d AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 4S 9A 47020 20689 37 47.1-53.3 157 1950 192 - 295 - 149 D E 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus MH - 4S 9A 49985 21993 41 tba 167 1992 261 20 406 - 155 D E 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 4S 9A 59755 24500 44 39.2-42.2 188 2925 326 - 516 - 155 D E E 300 de AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus 414 4S 9A 56290 26456 47 217.3-235.4 34 1950 192 121 295 325 155 PE E 300 e AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 4S 9A 55040 25318 44 166.2-176.6 38 1991 208 121 258 325 155 D E 220 d Sport - 5E 9A 41685 18341 35 45.6-50.4 148 1950 192 - 295 - 146 D E E 300 de AMG Line Edition - 5E 9A 49480 23750 45 201.8-217.3 35 1950 192 121 295 325 155 D E 220 d AMG Line - 5E 9A 44185 19000 36 45.6-50.4 146 1950 192 - 295 - 146 D E 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line MH - 5E 9A 47485 20419 40 43.5-47.1 156 1992 261 20 406 - 155 D E E 300 de AMG Line - 5E 9A 53790 25819 46 201.8-217.3 35 1950 192 121 295 325 155 D E 220 d AMG Line Premium - 5E 9A 46185 19860 36 45.6-50.4 150 1950 192 - 295 - 146 D E 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium MH - 5E 9A 49485 21279 41 43.5-47.1 159 1992 261 20 406 - 155 D E 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 5E 9A 59255 23702 44 38.7-40.9 181 2925 326 - 516 - 155 D E E 300 de AMG Line Premium - 5E 9A 55790 26779 46 201.8-217.3 35 1950 192 121 295 325 155 D E 220 d AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 5E 9A 49020 21569 37 45.6-50.4 161 1950 192 - 295 - 146 D E 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus MH - 5E 9A 51985 22354 41 43.5-47.1 159 1992 261 20 406 - 155 D E 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 5E 9A 62205 26126 44 38.7-40.9 192 2925 326 - 516 - 155 D E E 300 de AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 5E 9A 58290 27979 47 201.8-217.3 36 1950 192 121 295 325 155 D E 220 d AMG Line Premium - 2C 9A 46635 22851 38 47.9 153 1950 192 - 295 - 145 D E 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 2C 9A 50225 24610 41 44.1-44.8 166 1992 261 20 406 - 155 D E 220 d AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 2C 9A 49280 24147 38 47.9 155 1950 192 - 295 - 145 D E 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 2C 9A 52870 25906 42 44.1-44.8 168 1992 261 20 406 - 155 D E 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 2C 9A 61415 30093 45 39.2 189 2925 326 - 516 - 155 D E 220 d AMG Line Premium - 2O 9A 51130 17384 42 45.6 162 1950 192 - 295 - 142 D E 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 2O 9A 55060 18720 45 42.8 172 1992 261 20 406 - 155 D E 220 d AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 2O 9A 52830 18491 42 45.6 163 1950 192 - 295 - 142 D E 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 2O 9A 56760 19866 45 42.8 173 1992 261 20 406 - 155 D E 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 2O 9A 65420 22897 48 38.2 194 2925 326 - 516 - 155

C-Class gains a mid-life update with a dose of extra technology and electrification. Gets a significant price hike, too.

D C 220 d SE - 4S 9A 36860 13638 34 51.4-55.4 131 1950 192 - 295 - 149 6.9 1585 D C 220 d Sport Edition - 4S 9A 38510 14634 35 51.4-55.4 133 1950 192 - 295 - 149 6.9 1585 D E C 300 de Sport Edition - 4S 9A 43015 17206 43217.3-235.4 31 1950 192 121 295 325 155 5.6 1895 PE C 300 e Sport Edition - 4S 9A 40869 16348 40 176.6-188.3 34 1991 208 121 258 325 155 5.4 1815 D C 220 d AMG Line Edition - 4S 9A 40005 15602 36 51.4-55.4 134 1950 192 - 295 - 149 6.9 1585 D C 300 d AMG Line Edition - 4S 9A 41060 16835 40 47.1-51.4 145 1950 241 - 369 - 155 5.9 1635 D E C 300 de AMG Line Edition - 4S 9A 44510 18694 43217.3-235.4 31 1950 192 121 295 325 155 5.6 1895 PE C 300 e AMG Line Edition - 4S 9A 42364 17793 40 176.6-188.3 35 1991 208 121 258 325 155 5.4 1815 D C 220 d AMG Line Night Ed Premium - 4S 9A 42505 16577 36 51.4-55.4 143 1950 192 - 295 - 149 6.9 1585 D C 300 d AMG Line Night Ed Premium - 4S 9A 43895 17558 39 47.1-51.4 155 1950 241 - 369 - 155 5.9 1635 D E C 300 de AMG Line Night Ed Prem - 4S 9A 47905 19162 43217.3-235.4 32 1950 192 121 295 325 155 5.6 1895 PE C 300 e AMG Line Night Ed Prem - 4S 9A 45759 18304 40 176.6-188.3 36 1991 208 121 258 325 155 5.4 1815 D C 220 d AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 4S 9A 45005 17102 36 51.4-55.4 145 1950 192 - 295 - 149 6.9 1585 D C 300 d AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 4S 9A 46395 18558 40 47.1-51.4 157 1950 241 - 369 - 155 5.9 1635 D E C 300 de AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 4S 9A 50405 20162 44 217.3-235.4 33 1950 192 121 295 325 155 5.6 1895 PE C 300 e AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus - 4S 9A 47364 18946 41 176.6-188.3 37 1991 208 121 258 325 155 5.4 1815 D C 220 d Sport Edition - 5E 9A 39710 15090 35 49.6-54.3 137 1950 192 - 295 - 145 7.0 1615 D E C 300 de Sport Edition - 5E 9A 44215 18128 43 217.3 33 1950 192 121 295 325 155 5.7 1955 PE C 300 e Sport Edition - 5E 9A 42069 17248 40166.2-176.6 37 1991 208 121 258 325 155 5.5 1870 D C 220 d AMG Line Edition - 5E 9A 41205 16482 36 49.6-54.3 136 1950 192 - 295 - 145 7.0 1615 D C 300 d AMG Line Edition - 5E 9A 42260 17327 40 45.6-49.6 149 1950 241 - 369 - 155 6.0 1685 D E C 300 de AMG Line Edition - 5E 9A 45710 19198 43 217.3 33 1950 192 121 295 325 155 5.7 1955 PE C 300 e AMG Line Edition - 5E 9A 43564 18297 40166.2-176.6 37 1991 208 121 258 325 155 5.5 1870 D C 220 d AMG Line Night Ed Premium - 5E 9A 43705 17045 36 49.6-54.3 148 1950 192 - 295 - 145 7.0 1615

114

Towing weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

1950 241 1950 192 1991 208 1950 192 1950 241 1950 192 1991 208 1950 192 1950 192 1950 241 1950 192 1950 241 1950 192 1950 192 1950 241 1950 192 1950 241

0-62mph

39 45.6-49.6 162 43 217.3 33 40166.2-176.6 37 36 49.6-54.3 149 40 45.6-49.6 163 44 217.3 34 41 166.2-176.6 38 37 51.4-55.4 133 38 51.4-55.4 134 41 44.8-49.6 151 38 51.4-55.4 145 41 44.8-49.6 164 41 48.7-52.3 141 42 48.7-52.3 142 44 44.1-48.7 153 42 48.7-52.3 153 44 44.1-48.7 167

Engine cc

CO2g/km

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

18038 19642 18784 17558 18833 20642 19426 18610 19928 21726 20763 22561 16972 18080 19097 18794 20222

Power Source

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

45095 49105 46959 46205 48290 51605 48564 42295 45290 48280 48285 51275 45870 48865 50255 50795 51850

Kerb weight (kg)

1400 1400 1400 1400 1600 1400 1400 1600 1600 1400 1400 1600 1600 1400 1400 1600 1600 1400 1400 1600 1600 1400 1400 1600 1400 1400 1600 1600 1400 1400 1600 1600 1400 1400 1600 1600 1400 1400 1600 1600

9A 9A 9A 9A 9A 9A 9A 9A 9A 9A 9A 9A 9A 9A 9A 9A 9A

8.6 8.6 8.6 7.3 8.6 7.3 8.6 7.3 8.6 7.3 7.1 7.1

1615 1615 1615 1670 1615 1670 1615 1670 1615 1670 1775 1775

1800 1800 1800 2000 1800 2000 1800 2000 1800 2000 1800 1800 Towing weight (kg)

B-CLASS

1460 1490 1460 1490 1490 1460 1490 1490 1680 1460 1490 1490 1680 1460 1490 1490 1680 1460 1490 1490 1680 1480 1510 1510 1480 1510 1510 1700 1480 1510 1510 1700 1480 1510 1510 1700 1480 1510 1510 1700

D D D D D D D D D D

5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 2C 2C 2C 2C 2C 2O 2O 2O 2O 2O

0-62mph

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

PE

-

Kerb weight (kg)

A-CLASS

Surely must win the prize for best interior of any medium car. A-Class is roomier, and crammed full of technology.

D A 180 d SE - 5H 6M 25410 11689 17 56.5-58.9 127 1950 114 - 207 - 126 10.0 D A 180 d SE - 5H 8A 27050 12443 17 54.3-56.5 131 1950 114 - 207 - 126 9.5 D A 180 d Sport - 5H 6M 26910 12379 18 56.5-58.9 127 1950 114 - 207 - 126 10.0 D A 180 d Sport - 5H 8A 28550 13133 18 54.3-56.5 132 1950 114 - 207 - 126 9.5 D A 200 d Sport - 5H 8A 29810 13415 23 56.5-57.7 128 1950 148 - 236 - 137 8.1 D A 180 d Sport Executive Edition - 5H 6M 29510 13280 18 56.5-58.9 128 1950 114 - 207 - 126 10.0 D A 180 d Sport Executive Edition - 5H 8A 31150 14018 18 54.3-56.5 133 1950 114 - 207 - 126 9.5 D A 200 d Sport Executive Edition - 5H 8A 32410 14585 24 56.5-57.7 130 1950 148 - 236 - 137 8.1 PE A 250 e AMG Line Edition - 5H 8A 33980 19029 28256.8-282.523 1332 158 101 170 243 146 6.6 D A 180 d AMG Line Executive Edition - 5H 6M 29910 13759 18 56.5-58.9 129 1950 114 - 207 - 126 10.0 D A 180 d AMG Line Executive Edition - 5H 8A 31550 14513 18 54.3-56.5 134 1950 114 - 207 - 126 9.5 D A 200 d AMG Line Executive Edition - 5H 8A 32810 15093 23 56.5-57.7 130 1950 148 - 236 - 137 8.1 PE A 250 e AMG Line Executive Edition - 5H 8A 34480 19654 28256.8-282.523 1332 158 101 170 243 146 6.6 D A 180 d AMG Line Premium Edition - 5H 6M 31410 14449 18 56.5-58.9 129 1950 114 - 207 - 126 10.0 D A 180 d AMG Line Premium Edition - 5H 8A 33050 15203 18 54.3-56.5 134 1950 114 - 207 - 126 9.5 D A 200 d AMG Line Premium Edition 397 5H 8A 34350 15458 23 56.5-57.7 131 1950 148 - 236 - 137 8.1 PE A 250 e AMG Line Premium Edition - 5H 8A 35980 20149 28256.8-282.523 1332 158 101 170 243 146 6.6 D A 180 d AMG Line Premium Plus Edition - 5H 6M 32910 14480 19 56.5-58.9 130 1950 114 - 207 - 126 10.0 D A 180 d AMG Line Premium Plus Edition - 5H 8A 34550 15202 19 54.3-56.5 135 1950 114 - 207 - 126 9.5 D A 200 d AMG Line Premium Plus Edition - 5H 8A 35850 15774 24 56.5-57.7 132 1950 148 - 236 - 137 8.1 PE A 250 e AMG Line Premium Plus Edition - 5H 8A 37480 20614 29256.8-282.524 1332 158 101 170 243 146 6.6 D A 180 d Sport - 4S 6M 27505 13477 18 57.7-58.9 126 1950 114 - 207 - 128 10.2 D A 180 d Sport - 4S 8A 29105 14261 18 55.4-56.5 130 1950 114 - 207 - 128 9.7 D A 200 d Sport - 4S 8A 30405 14594 23 56.5-58.9 127 1950 148 - 236 - 141 8.2 D A 180 d Sport Executive Edition - 4S 6M 30105 14450 18 57.7-58.9 127 1950 114 - 207 - 128 10.2 D A 180 d Sport Executive Edition - 4S 8A 31745 15238 18 55.4-56.5 131 1950 114 - 207 - 128 9.7 D A 200 d Sport Executive Edition - 4S 8A 33005 15842 24 56.5-58.9 128 1950 148 - 236 - 141 8.2 PE A 250 e AMG Line Edition - 4S 8A 34575 20745 28 282.5 22 1332 158 101 170 243 149 6.7 D A 180 d AMG Line Executive Edition - 4S 6M 30505 14947 18 57.7-58.9 128 1950 114 - 207 - 128 10.2 D A 180 d AMG Line Executive Edition - 4S 8A 32145 15751 18 55.4-56.5 133 1950 114 - 207 - 128 9.7 D A 200 d AMG Line Executive Edition - 4S 8A 33405 16368 23 56.5-58.9 129 1950 148 - 236 - 141 8.2 PE A 250 e AMG Line Executive Edition - 4S 8A 35075 20694 28 282.5 22 1332 158 101 170 243 149 6.7 D A 180 d AMG Line Premium Edition - 4S 6M 32005 15362 18 57.7-58.9 128 1950 114 - 207 - 128 10.2 D A 180 d AMG Line Premium Edition - 4S 8A 33645 16150 18 55.4-56.5 133 1950 114 - 207 - 128 9.7 D A 200 d AMG Line Premium Edition - 4S 8A 34905 16754 23 56.5-58.9 130 1950 148 - 236 - 141 8.2 PE A 250 e AMG Line Premium Edition - 4S 8A 36575 21214 28 282.5 23 1332 158 101 170 243 149 6.7 D A 180 d AMG Line Premium Plus Edition - 4S 6M 33505 15747 19 57.7-58.9 129 1950 114 - 207 - 128 10.2 D A 180 d AMG Line Premium Plus Edition - 4S 8A 35145 16518 19 55.4-56.5 134 1950 114 - 207 - 128 9.7 D A 200 d AMG Line Premium Plus Edition - 4S 8A 36445 17129 24 56.5-58.9 131 1950 148 - 236 - 141 8.2 PE A 250 e AMG Line Premium Plus Edition - 4S 8A 38075 21703 29 282.5 23 1332 158 101 170 243 149 6.7

D D DE

C 300 d AMG Line Night Ed Premium C 300 de AMG Line Night Ed Prem C 300 e AMG Line Night Ed Prem C 220 d AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus C 300 d AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus C 300 de AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus C 300 e AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus C 220 d AMG Line Edition C 220 d AMG Line Edition Premium C 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Ed Prem C 220 d AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus C 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus C 220 d AMG Line Edition C 220 d AMG Line Edition Premium C 300 d AMG Line Edition Premium C 220 d AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus C 300 d AMG Line Night Ed Prem Plus

Trade-in value

UK dealers: 124 Warranty: 3 years/Unlimited miles Maintenance: Variable schedule (G-Class 12,500 miles)

PE

List price£

MERCEDES-BENZ

D DE

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Power Source

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Engine cc

CO2g/km

Combined mpg (Range)

Trade-in value

Ins. Group

List price£

CX-5

Top of the medium crossover class, with velvety performance, particularly from the engine. Affordable to run, too.

2WD SE-L 365 5H 6M 29010 15665 19 50.4 147 2191 148 - 280 - 127 9.9 1689 2000 2WD SE-L - 5H 6A 30945 16710 18 46.3 160 2191 148 - 280 - 124 10.7 1706 2000 2WD Sport - 5H 6M 31610 17069 19 50.4 147 2191 148 - 280 - 127 9.9 1689 2000 2WD Sport - 5H 6A 33545 18114 19 46.3 160 2191 148 - 280 - 124 10.7 1706 2000 2WD Sport - 5H 6M 32510 17555 23 50.4 147 2191 181 - 328 - 129 9.2 1739 2000 2WD Sport - 5H 6A 34445 18600 23 46.3 160 2191 181 - 328 - 129 9.3 1756 2000 AWD Sport - 5H 6A 36385 19648 23 42.8 173 2191 181 - 328 - 129 9.6 1818 2100 AWD GT Sport - 5H 6M 36845 19896 24 44.8 165 2191 181 - 328 - 129 9.3 1805 2000 AWD GT Sport - 5H 6A 38785 20944 24 42.8 173 2191 181 - 328 - 129 9.6 1818 2100

Issue tested

D D D D D D D D D

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Issue tested

Power Source LO N G TERM TEST

127 135 127 135 127 135

9.0 7.6 9.0 7.6 9.0 7.6

1680 1735 1680 1735 1680 1735

1800 2000 1800 2000 1800 2000

UK dealers: 131 Warranty: 3 years/Unlimited miles Maintenance: Variable schedule

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Monstrously expensive, but also a monstrous package. Despite looking similar to before, it’s been totally re-engineered.

D G 400 d 4MATIC Edition - 5H 9A 101565 56876 tba 26.4 281 2925 326 - 516 - 130 6.4 2489 3500 D G 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 5H 9A 108065 60516 tba 26.4 281 2925 326 - 516 - 130 6.4 2489 3500 D G 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5H 9A 116065 64996 tba 26.4 282 2925 326 - 516 - 130 6.4 2489 3500

V-CLASS

RATING Coming Soon

Most often seen transporting VIPs or as a posh hotel shuttle, it’s refined and upper crust with a price tag to match.

D V 220 d Sport Long - 5M 9A 59470 30330 37 37.2 198 1950 161 - 280 - 121 11.1 D V 220 d AMG Line Long - 5M 9A 61270 31248 37 37.2 198 1950 161 - 280 - 121 11.1 D V 300 d AMG Line Long - 5M 9A 65310 31349 40 36.2 205 1950 233 - 369 - 137 7.9 D V 220 d Sport Extra Long - 5M 9A 58130 31390 35 37.2 199 1950 161 - 280 - 121 11.2 D V 220 d AMG Line Extra Long - 5M 9A 59930 32362 37 37.2 199 1950 161 - 280 - 121 11.2 D V 300 d AMG Line Extra Long - 5M 9A 63970 32625 40 36.2 205 1950 233 - 369 - 137 7.9

2152 2152 2150 2177 2177 2175

2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000

MG UK dealers: 137 Warranty: 7 years/80,000 miles Maintenance: 15,000 miles

5

RATING Coming Soon

First pure electric estate car on the market, which is ideal for the taxi market. Its looks may be too sobre for some.

E EV Excite - 5E 1A 25095 10791 32 (214) 0 - - 154 - 192 115 7.7 1532 0 E EV Exclusive - 5E 1A 27595 11866 32 (214) 0 - - 154 - 192 115 7.7 1550 0

ZS

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

List price£

Trade-in value

MG muddies the water in the EV market with a roomy product that beats off all of the opposition for value for money.

SHOGUN SPORT

144 144 144 144 144 144

106 10.5 106 10.5 106 10.5 106 10.5 106 10.5 106 10.5

1890 1890 1890 1890 1890 1890

1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 6/10

Based on the L200 pick-up, the Shogun Sport broadens the range of SUVs offered by the Japanese firm.

D 3 2.4 DI-D 4WD - 5H 8A 29985 13493 43 32.8* 227* 2442 178 - 317 - 112 11.0 2100 3100 D 4 2.4 DI-D 4WD 379 5H 8A 31985 14393 38 32.8* 227* 2442 178 - 317 - 112 11.0 2105 3100 LO N G TERM TEST

D D D D D D D D D D

L200

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

A huge leap forward in every department compared to before, with best-in-class economy and running costs.

Double Cab 4Life 2.3 DI-D - 4P 6M 27480 10992 42 32.8 198 2268 148 - 295 - 108 12.4 1970 3500 Double Cab Trojan 2.3 DI-D - 4P 6M 29591 11245 36 32.1 200 2268 148 - 295 - 108 12.4 2030 3500 Double Cab Trojan 2.3 DI-D - 4P 6A 31295 11892 36 29.1 206 2268 148 - 295 - 106 13.5 2035 3500 Double Cab Warrior 2.3 DI-D - 4P 6M 31956 12143 37 32.1 200 2268 148 - 295 - 108 12.4 2030 3500 Double Cab Warrior 2.3 DI-D - 4P 6A 33660 12791 37 29.1 206 2268 148 - 295 - 106 13.5 2035 3500 Double Cab Barbarian 2.3 DI-D - 4P 6M 35466 13122 37 32.1 200 2268 148 - 295 - 108 12.4 2030 3500 Double Cab Barbarian 2.3 DI-D - 4P 6A 37170 13753 37 29.1 206 2268 148 - 295 - 106 13.5 2035 3500 Double Cab Barbarian + 2.3 DI-D - 4P 6M 36366 14546 37 32.1 200 2268 148 - 295 - 108 12.4 2030 3500 Double Cab Barbarian + 2.3 DI-D - 4P 6A 38070 15228 37 29.1 206 2268 148 - 295 - 106 13.5 2035 3500 Double Cab Barbarian X 2.3 DI-D LT 4P 6A 38982 15593 37 29.1 206 2268 148 - 295 - 106 13.5 2035 3500

NISSAN UK dealers: 169 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles (Navara 5 years/100,000 miles) Maintenance: 18,000 miles (Juke 12,500 miles)

MICRA

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Latest Micra tackles the supermini crowd head on with a good quality, sharply styled, hugely refined small car.

P Visia IG-T 92 - 5H 5M 14000 5460 8 52.3 123 999 91 - 118 - 111 11.8 1135 1200 P Acenta IG-T 92 - 5H 5M 15965 7184 8 51.4 124 999 91 - 118 - 111 11.8 1135 1200 LO N G TERM TEST

E E E E E E

LEAF

Rating ■■■■■■■■■■

Nissan ups its game for the second-gen Leaf, with more power and longer range. It’s a cracker.

Acenta - 5H 1A 25995 13257 21 (168) 0 - - 148 - 236 N-Connecta - 5H 1A 27995 13718 21 (168) 0 - - 148 - 236 10 - 5H 1A 28670 14048 23 (168) 0 - - 148 - 236 Tekna 375 5H 1A 29995 14698 21 (168) 0 - - 148 - 236 e+ N-Connecta - 5H 1A 30445 14614 25 (239) 0 - - 215 - 251 e+ Tekna 391 5H 1A 32445 15574 26 (239) 0 - - 215 - 251

NAVARA

90 90 90 90 98 98

7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 6.9 6.9

1580 1580 1580 1580 1709 1709

8/10

0 0 0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

A huge leap forward compared to its predecessor, bringing car-like accomplishment to the pick-up market.

D Double Cab Visia 2.3 dCi - 4P 6M 28887 10688 46 40.4 184 2298 161 - 313 - 106 12.5 2070 3500 D Double Cab Acenta 2.3 dCi - 4P 6M 30027 12011 39 40.4 184 2298 161 - 313 - 106 12.5 2090 3500 D Double Cab N-Connecta 2.3 dCi - 4P 6M 33537 13415 40 40.4 184 2298 188 - 332 - 114 11.2 2115 3500 D Double Cab N-Connecta 2.3 dCi - 4P 7A 35457 14183 40 38.2 194 2298 188 - 332 - 111 11.2 2115 3500 D Double Cab Tekna 2.3 dCi - 4P 6M 35517 14207 40 40.4 184 2298 188 - 332 - 114 11.2 2135 3500 D Double Cab Tekna 2.3 dCi - 4P 7A 37437 14975 40 38.2 194 2298 188 - 332 - 111 11.2 2135 3500 D Double Cab N-Guard 2.3 dCi - 4P 6M 37617 15047 41 40.4 184 2298 188 - 332 - 114 11.2 2135 3500 D Double Cab N-Guard 2.3 dCi - 4P 7A 39537 15815 41 38.2 194 2298 188 - 332 - 111 11.2 2135 3500

PEUGEOT UK dealers: 183 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: 10,000 miles (108), 16,000 miles (PureTech and 1.5 BlueHDi) 18,500 miles (Hybrid) 20,000 miles (2.0 BlueHDi)

108

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

It’s the most upmarket of the C1/108/Aygo trio. It’s decent to drive, well kitted out and keenly priced.

P Active 1.0 - 5H 5M 13320 4129 8 54.8-58.9 110 998 71 - 69 - 99 14.0 840 P Allure 1.0 - 5H 5M 14675 4403 8 54.8-58.9 111 998 71 - 69 - 99 14.0 840 P Collection 1.0 - 5H 5M 14925 4478 8 54.8-58.9 111 998 71 - 69 - 99 14.0 840

NEW 208

0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Sharp looking follow-up to the first 208 that’s roomier, better to drive, more generously equipped and safer.

P Active Premium 1.2 PureTech 75 - 5H 5M 17580 7384 12 48.2-55.6 119 1199 74 - 87 P Active Premium 1.2 PureTech 100 - 5H 6M 18680 7659 19 48.9-56.7 118 1199 101 - 151 P Active Premium 1.2 PureTech 100 - 5H 8A 20080 8233 19 44.3-50.3 122 1199 101 - 151 D Active Premium BlueHDi 100 - 5H 6M 20380 7541 21 63.5-73.6 107 1499 101 - 184 E Active Premium Electric 136 - 5H 1A 27225 11162 26 (217) 0 - - 134 - 221 P Allure 1.2 PureTech 100 404 5H 6M 19330 8119 19 48.9-56.7 119 1199 101 - 151 P Allure 1.2 PureTech 100 - 5H 8A 20730 8707 19 44.3-50.3 122 1199 101 - 151 P Allure 1.2 PureTech 130 - 5H 8A 21930 9649 24 46.0-51.9 121 1199 129 - 170 D Allure BlueHDi 100 - 5H 6M 21030 7991 21 63.5-73.6 107 1499 101 - 184 E Allure Electric 136 - 5H 1A 27875 11986 27 (217) 0 - - 134 - 221 P Allure Premium 1.2 PureTech 100 - 5H 6M 19980 8392 19 48.9-56.7 119 1199 101 - 151 P Allure Premium 1.2 PureTech 100 - 5H 8A 21380 8980 19 44.3-50.3 122 1199 101 - 151 P Allure Premium 1.2 PureTech 130 - 5H 8A 22580 9935 24 46.0-51.9 121 1199 129 - 170 D Allure Premium BlueHDi 100 - 5H 6M 21680 8238 21 63.5-73.6 107 1499 101 - 184 E Allure Premium Electric 136 - 5H 1A 28525 12266 27 (217) 0 - - 134 - 221

106 14.9 117 9.9 117 10.8 117 10.2 93 8.1 117 9.9 117 10.8 129 8.7 117 10.2 93 8.1 117 9.9 117 10.8 129 8.7 117 10.2 93 8.1

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0-62mph

G-CLASS

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Plusher and better equipped than its predecessor. Frugal engines deliver decent performance too.

Verve - 5H 1A 35815 17191 25 139.7 46 2360 133 174 156 PE Design - 5H 1A 36825 18044 26 139.7 46 2360 133 174 156 PE Dynamic - 5H 1A 38945 18694 26 139.7 46 2360 133 174 156 PE Dynamic Safety - 5H 1A 41465 19074 23 139.7 46 2360 133 174 156 PE Exceed - 5H 1A 41705 19184 26 139.7 46 2360 133 174 156 PE Exceed Safety - 5H 1A 44225 19459 25 139.7 46 2360 133 174 156

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

It’s a brute of a vehicle, crowning Merc’s wide range of SUVs. It’s bigger, brasher and better equipped.

D GLS 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 5H 9A 79480 43714 48 30.1-30.7 231 2925 326 - 516 - 148 6.3 2490 3500 D GLS 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus 397 5H 9A 87730 45620 48 30.1-30.7 232 2925 326 - 516 - 148 6.3 2490 3500 D GLS 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus Executive - 5H 9A 95980 49910 49 30.1-30.7 232 2925 326 - 516 - 148 6.3 2490 3500

OUTLANDER

PE

CO2g/km

2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700 2700

RATING Coming Soon

Engine cc

2165 2655 2235 2165 2235 2165 2165 2655 2235 2235 2165 2165 2655 2235 2235 2265 2690 2295

NEW MIRAGE

It won’t set the pulses racing for enthusiasts, but is perfect for those that like value for money and equipment.

P Verve - 5H 5M 10580 4444 17 56.5 113 1193 79 - 78 - 112 12.6 875 200 P Design Pro - 5H 5M 12525 5261 18 55.4 116 1193 79 - 78 - 112 12.6 875 200 P Design Pro - 5H 5M 13575 5702 18 51.4 125 1193 79 - 78 - 112 12.6 875 200

Combined mpg (Range)

GLS-CLASS

7.2 6.8 6.6 7.2 6.6 7.2 7.2 6.8 6.6 6.6 7.2 7.2 6.8 6.6 6.6 5.7 6.9 5.7

UK dealers: 100 Warranty: 3 years/62,500 miles Maintenance: 12,500 miles

Ins. Group

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

All new challenger to the X5 now available with 5- or 7-seats. Roomier, more high tech and with extra space.

D GLE 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line (5-seats) 391 5H 9A 59520 32141 44 37.7-40.4 199 1950 241 - 369 - 140 D E GLE 350 de 4MATIC AMG Line (5-seats) - 5H 9A 62890 32703 47 313.0-403.6 19 1950 192 134 295 325 130 D GLE 350 d 4MATIC AMG Line (5-seats) - 5H 9A 63675 33111 45 33.6-37.2 201 2925 268 - 443 - 143 D GLE 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Executive (5) - 5H 9A 61020 32341 44 37.7-40.4 206 1950 241 - 369 - 140 D GLE 350 d 4MATIC AMG Line Executive (5) - 5H 9A 65175 33239 45 33.6-37.2 212 2925 268 - 443 - 143 D GLE 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium (5) - 5H 9A 63020 32770 44 37.7-40.4 206 1950 241 - 369 - 140 D GLE 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium (7) - 5H 9A 65015 33808 44 37.7-40.4 210 1950 241 - 369 - 140 D E GLE 350 de 4MATIC AMG Line Premium (5) - 5H 9A 66390 32531 48 313.0-403.6 22 1950 192 134 295 325 130 D GLE 350 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium (5) - 5H 9A 67175 32916 45 33.6-37.2 213 2925 268 - 443 - 143 D GLE 350 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium (7) - 5H 9A 69170 33893 45 33.6-37.2 218 2925 268 - 443 - 143 D GLE 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus (5) - 5H 9A 66520 33925 44 37.7-40.4 208 1950 241 - 369 - 140 D GLE 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus (7) - 5H 9A 68515 34943 44 37.7-40.4 212 1950 241 - 369 - 140 D E GLE 350 de 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus (5) - 5H 9A 69890 35644 48 313.0-403.6 22 1950 192 134 295 325 130 D GLE 350 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus (5) - 5H 9A 70675 36044 45 33.6-37.2 215 2925 268 - 443 - 143 D GLE 350 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus (7) - 5H 9A 72670 37062 45 33.6-37.2 220 2925 268 - 443 - 143 D GLE 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus (7) - 5H 9A 74865 38181 48 33.6 220 2925 326 - 516 - 152 D E GLE 350 de 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5C 9A 69595 37581 49 tba 23 1950 192 134 295 325 130 D GLE 400 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5C 9A 74525 40244 49 38.7 219 2925 326 - 516 - 149

0 0 0 0

MITSUBISHI

Trade-in value

1835 2500 2125 2000 2030 2000 1835 2500 1845 2500 2125 2000 2030 2000 1835 2500 1845 2500 2125 2000 2030 2000 1845 2500 2135 2000 2040 2000 1845 2500 1875 2500 2135 2000 2040 2000 1845 2500 1875 2500 2135 2000 2040 2000

0 0 0 0 tba tba tba tba tba tba

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Even bigger and bolder than before, and with a £4k price hike. Is it worth it? You bet it is, it’s a hugely competent car.

Cooper S E PHEV ALL4 Classic - 5H 6A 33180 16258 26 148.7-166.2 40 1499 123 94 162 122 122 6.8 1790 PE Cooper S E PHEV ALL4 Sport - 5H 6A 35480 17385 26 148.7-166.2 40 1499 123 94 162 122 122 6.8 1790 PE Cooper S E PHEV ALL4 Exclusive - 5H 6A 35480 17385 26 148.7-166.2 40 1499 123 94 162 122 122 6.8 1790 PE Cooper S E PHEV ALL4 Shadow Edition - 5H 6A 37450 18351 27 148.7-166.2 40 1499 123 94 162 122 122 6.8 1790

List price£

GLE-CLASS

7.9 6.2 5.7 7.9 6.5 6.2 5.7 7.9 6.5 6.2 5.7 7.9 6.2 5.7 7.9 6.6 6.2 5.7 7.9 6.6 6.2 5.7

NEW COUNTRYMAN

1365 1365 1365 1365 tba tba tba tba tba tba

PE

Issue tested

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

It looks like a mild update, but has brand-new drivetrains and enhanced technology to battle the class best.

D GLC 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line - 5H 9A 44545 21827 32 44.8-45.6 166 1950 192 - 295 - 134 D E GLC 300 de 4MATIC AMG Line - 5H 9A 49840 24422 44 148.7-156.9 49 1950 192 121 295 325 143 PE GLC 300 e 4MATIC AMG Line - 5H 9A 48215 23625 43122.8-128.4 52 1991 208 121 258 325 143 D GLC 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 5H 9A 47345 22252 33 44.8-45.6 159 1950 192 - 295 - 134 D GLC 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 5H 9A 48740 22908 37 42.2-42.8 172 1950 241 - 369 - 144 D E GLC 300 de 4MATIC AMG Line Prem - 5H 9A 52640 24741 45 148.7-156.9 47 1950 192 121 295 325 143 PE GLC 300 e 4MATIC AMG Line Prem - 5H 9A 51000 24990 43122.8-128.4 52 1991 208 121 258 325 143 D GLC 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5H 9A 51095 25037 tba 44.8-45.6 162 1950 192 - 295 - 134 D GLC 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5H 9A 52490 24145 38 42.2-42.8 174 1950 241 - 369 - 144 D E GLC 300 de 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5H 9A 56390 25939 45 148.7-156.9 48 1950 192 121 295 325 143 PE GLC 300 e 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5H 9A 54765 25192 43122.8-128.4 51 1991 208 121 258 325 143 D GLC 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line - 5C 9A 47420 25133 32 42.2-44.1 167 1950 192 - 295 - 135 D E GLC 300 de 4MATIC AMG Line - 5C 9A 52715 27939 44 134.5-148.7 50 1950 192 121 295 325 143 PE GLC 300 e 4MATIC AMG Line - 5C 9A 51090 27078 43 108.7-122.8 52 1991 208 121 258 325 143 D GLC 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 5C 9A 50560 25786 33 42.2-44.1 173 1950 192 - 295 - 135 D GLC 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 5C 9A 51615 25808 37 40.4-40.9 182 1950 241 - 369 - 145 D E GLC 300 de 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 5C 9A 55530 27765 45 134.5-148.7 54 1950 192 121 295 325 143 PE GLC 300 e 4MATIC AMG Line Premium - 5C 9A 53890 26945 43 108.7-122.8 56 1991 208 121 258 325 143 D GLC 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5C 9A 54310 27698 tba 42.2-44.1 175 1950 192 - 295 - 135 D GLC 300 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5C 9A 55365 27129 38 40.4-40.9 184 1950 241 - 369 - 145 D E GLC 300 de 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5C 9A 59280 29047 45 134.5-148.7 55 1950 192 121 295 325 143 PE GLC 300 e 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5C 9A 57640 28244 43 108.7-122.8 57 1991 208 121 258 325 143

Issue tested

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

NEW GLC-CLASS

Towing weight (kg)

MINI

Power Source

You may have seen that the brand-new Skoda Enyaq iV is available with an illuminated ‘Crystal Face’ grille - well, the Tudor concept was the first Skoda design to take inspiration from Bohemian crystal. Not only that, but it also inspired Skoda’s C-shaped rear lighting design, which has become synonymous with the Czech manufacturer. The Tudor was unveiled at the 2002 Geneva Motor Show as a design study for a coupé version of the Superb saloon, and it was the font of its badging that was first designed to resemble cut glass. The effect stuck, gradually morphing into the entire structure we now see across all current Skoda models. Originally the Tudor Concept was going to feature grey and brown metallic paint, but this was replaced with dark red just before the show.

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

0-62mph

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

MG’s second attack on the electrified SUV market, with a well-priced offering that looks smart and is well kitted out.

PHEV Excite - 5H 10A 30095 12941 27 155.8 43 1490 160 121 184 170 118 7.1 1737 1500 PE PHEV Exclusive 409 5H 10A 32595 13690 28 155.8 43 1490 160 121 184 170 118 7.1 1775 1500

The original small car now comes with Electric power, in addition to petrol. It’s cheeky, it’s fun and affordable.

E Electric Level 1 - 3H 1A 26000 13000 22 (144-145) 0 - - 181 - 199 93 7.3 E Electric Level 2 - 3H 1A 28000 13440 22 (143) 0 - - 181 - 199 93 7.3 E Electric Level 3 - 3H 1A 32000 14400 23 (140-141) 0 - - 181 - 199 93 7.3 E Electric Collection - 3H 1A 32550 14648 23 (141-143) 0 - - 181 - 199 93 7.3 P One Classic - 3H 6M 16605 8136 13 50.4-52.3 124 1499 101 - 140 - 120 10.3 P One Classic - 3H 6A 18005 8822 13 50.4-51.4 124 1499 101 - 140 - 120 10.3 P Cooper Classic - 3H 6M 18005 8462 19 47.9-51.4 124 1499 134 - 162 - 130 8.2 P Cooper Classic - 3H 6A 19405 9120 20 47.9-51.4 124 1499 134 - 162 - 130 8.1 P One Classic - 5H 6M 17305 8306 13 50.4-51.4 124 1499 101 - 140 - 119 10.6 P Cooper Classic - 5H 6M 18665 8773 19 47.9-51.4 125 1499 134 - 162 - 129 8.4

2002 SKODA TUDOR CONCEPT

Power Source

- 141 - 260 87 8.5 1502 0 - 141 - 260 87 8.5 1534 0

PE

HATCH

FORGOTTEN CONCEPTS

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine cc

-

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

0 0

Trade-in value

(163) (163)

List price£

Combined mpg (Range)

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

- 5H 1A 26095 11221 22 404 5H 1A 28595 12010 22

115

980 1090 1090 1090 1455 1090 1090 1158 1090 1455 1090 1090 1158 1090 1455

500 1200 1200 1200 0 1200 1200 1200 1200 0 1200 1200 1200 1200 0 Towing weight (kg)

-

EV Excite EV Exclusive

HS

Kerb weight (kg)

236 295 236 295 236 295

E E

Issue tested

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Chunky SUV for families, with seven-seats. It’s based on the A-Class, and will sell like hotcakes.

D GLB 200 d AMG Line - 5H 8A 37710 17347 29 49.6 148 1950 148 D GLB 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line - 5H 8A 41195 18950 tba 47.1-47.9 155 1950 188 D GLB 200 d AMG Line Premium - 5H 8A 40710 18320 30 49.6 149 1950 148 D GLB 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line Premium 405 5H 8A 44195 20330 35 47.1-47.9 155 1950 188 D GLB 200 d AMG Line Premium Plus - 5H 8A 42210 18995 tba 49.6 150 1950 148 D GLB 220 d 4MATIC AMG Line Prem Plus - 5H 8A 45695 20563 36 47.1-47.9 157 1950 188 -

Ins. Group

GLB-CLASS

Power Source

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

32 1332 158 101 184 221 137 7.1 1775 1800

Trade-in value

201.8

List price£

Ins. Group

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

- 5H 8A 43395 19094 41

Issue tested

Power Source

GLA 250 e Exclusive Edition Prem Plus

PE

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NEW 5008

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Now upgraded, it has all of the benefits of the 3008, in a roomier and more practical package, with seats seats.

D Active Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 31560 15464 21 50.2-60.8 132 1499 129 - 221 - 119 11.1 D Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 130 408 5H 6M 33410 16371 21 50.2-60.8 133 1499 129 - 221 - 119 11.1 D Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 35010 17155 21 47.1-57.8 140 1499 129 - 221 - 118 11.8 D Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 33960 16640 21 50.2-60.8 133 1499 129 - 221 - 119 11.1 D Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 35560 17424 21 47.1-57.8 141 1499 129 - 221 - 118 11.8 D GT 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 35460 17375 22 50.2-60.8 134 1499 129 - 221 - 119 11.1 D GT 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 37060 18159 22 47.1-57.8 141 1499 129 - 221 - 118 11.8 D GT 2.0 BlueHDi 180 - 5H 8A 38520 18490 29 44.1-51.1 154 1997 174 - 295 - 134 9.2 D GT Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 39460 19335 22 47.1-57.8 142 1499 129 - 221 - 118 11.8 D GT Premium 2.0 BlueHDi 180 - 5H 8A 40920 19642 29 44.1-51.1 154 1997 174 - 295 - 134 9.2

RIFTER

1515 1515 1536 1515 1536 1515 1536 1607 1536 1607

1300 1300 1200 1300 1200 1300 1200 1750 1200 1750

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

Trade-in value

Towing weight (kg)

DieselCar & EcoCar

List price£

Issue tested

116

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

1300 1300 750 1500 750

Power Source

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The new name for Partner Tepee. It has the carrying capacity of a small truck, yet is undemanding and easy to drive.

D Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 100 - 5M 6M 24005 9842 11 48.0-57.4 137 1499 101 - 184 - 107 14.0 1430 D Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 100 - 5M 6M 25365 10400 11 48.0-57.4 138 1499 101 - 184 - 107 14.0 1430 E Allure Premium Electric - 5M 1A 39375 16144 tba (172) 0 - - 134 - 192 83 11.2 1690 D GT 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5M 6M 27000 11340 15 48.0-57.0 140 1499 129 - 221 - 116 10.4 1430 E GT Electric - 5M 1A 32455 13307 tba (172) 0 - - 134 - 192 83 11.2 1690

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

107 15.0 107 15.0 83 11.2 116 10.9

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Engine cc

CO2g/km

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

Trade-in value

192 -

1540 1540 1809 1540

1050 1050 750 1250

POLESTAR UK dealers: 2 Warranty: tba Maintenance: tba

1

RATING Coming Soon

1000Nm of torque is the headline figure of this bespoke performance Coupé from Polestar. We’ve yet to try it.

- 2S 8A 139000 77840 tba 336 15 1969 305 228 321 354 155 4.2 2350 0

PE

2

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Polestar’s answer to the Tesla Model 3, using Volvo knowhow and an electric drivetrain, it’s an interesting proposition.

E Standard Range Single Motor - 5H 1A 39900 22344 tba (273) 0 - - 221 - 243 100 7.4 tba 1500 E Long Range Single Motor - 5H 1A 42900 24024 tba (335) 0 - - 228 - 243 100 7.4 tba 1500 E Long Range Dual Motor 406 5H 1A 45900 25704 42 (298) 0 - - 402 - 487 127 4.7 2123 1500

PORSCHE UK dealers: 42 Warranty: 3 years/Unlimited miles Maintenance: 20,000 miles

TAYCAN

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Porsche’s set to shake up the pure-electric sports car market and give Tesla a fright at the same time.

E - 5H 2A 70745 47399 tba (220-268) 0 - - 322 E 4S - 5H 1A 83635 56035 50 (208-254) 0 - - 523 E Turbo 404 5H 1A 115915 77663 50 (238-281) 0 - - 671 E Turbo S - 5H 1A 138885 93053 50 (241-256) 0 - - 751 E 4 Cross Turismo - 5E 1A 79395 53195 tba (242-283) 0 - - 469 E 4S Cross Turismo - 5E 1A 87875 58876 tba (241-281) 0 - - 563 E Turbo Cross Turismo - 5E 1A 117005 78393 tba (245-281) 0 - - 671 E Turbo S Cross Turismo - 5E 1A 139965 93777 tba (241-260) 0 - - 751 -

PANAMERA

254 143 472 155 627 161 774 161 369 137 479 149 627 155 774 155

5.4 4.0 3.2 2.8 5.1 4.1 3.3 2.9

2125 2140 2305 2295 2320 2320 2395 2395

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Porsche’s Gran Turismo is updated, with more power, a more dynamic appearance and additional technology.

4 E-Hybrid - 5H 8A 83785 52785 50 113.0 45 2894 326 134 332 295 174 PE 4S E-Hybrid - 5H 8A 101770 64115 50 128.4 51 2894 434 134 406 295 185 PE Turbo S E-Hybrid - 5H 8A 140210 88332 50 97.4 61 3996 563 134 568 295 196 PE Sport Turismo 4 E-Hybrid - 5E 8A 85935 54998 50 104.6 49 2894 326 134 332 295 174 PE Sport Turismo 4S E-Hybrid - 5E 8A 103920 66509 50 117.7 55 2894 434 134 406 295 182 PE Sport Turismo Turbo S E-Hybrid - 5E 8A 142360 91110 50 94.2 65 3996 563 134 568 295 196 PE

CAYENNE

4.4 3.7 3.2 4.4 3.7 3.2

2285 2300 2425 2300 2315 2440

0 0 0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

3rd generation Cayenne gets a tech boost and added refinement, despite almost looking the same as before.

E-Hybrid - 5H 8A 70060 46940 50 91.1 71 2995 335 134 332 295 157 PE Turbo S E-Hybrid - 5H 8A 126860 81190 50 74.3 86 3996 542 134 568 295 183 PE Coupé E-Hybrid 401 5H 8A 73130 47535 50 88.3 73 2995 335 134 332 295 157 PE Coupé Turbo S E-Hybrid - 5H 8A 129460 89327 50 74.3 86 3996 542 134 568 295 183 PE

5.0 3.8 5.1 3.8

2370 3500 2565 tba 2435 tba 2610 tba

RENAULT UK dealers: 153 Warranty: 5 years/100,000 miles Maintenance: 18,000 miles (Megane dCi 15,000 miles) LO N G TERM TEST

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CAR OF THE YEAR 2020

CLIO

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 10/10

It may look similar to before, but it’s a huge leap forward in every way. It goes to the top of the class.

Play SCe 65 - 5H 5M 16200 7452 3 53.3 119 999 66 - 70 - 99 17.1 1140 900 Play TCe 90 - 5H 6M 16900 7774 9 54.3 118 999 90 - 118 - 112 12.2 1174 900 Play E-Tech Hybrid 140 - 5H 1A 20600 9476 12 64.2 99 1598 90 48 106 151 112 9.9 1323 900 Iconic SCe 65 - 5H 5M 17400 8004 3 54.3 119 999 66 - 70 - 99 17.1 1140 900 Iconic TCe 90 - 5H 6M 18100 8326 9 54.3 118 999 90 - 118 - 112 12.2 1174 900 Iconic E-Tech Hybrid 140 - 5H 1A 21800 10028 12 64.2 99 1598 90 48 106 151 112 9.9 1323 900 S Edition TCe 90 - 5H 6M 19100 8786 10 53.3 120 999 90 - 118 - 112 12.2 1174 900 S Edition E-Tech Hybrid 140 - 5H 1A 22800 10488 12 64.2 99 1598 90 48 106 151 112 9.9 1323 900 R.S. Line TCe 90 - 5H 6M 19900 9154 10 53.3 120 999 90 - 118 - 112 12.2 1174 900 R.S. Line E-Tech Hybrid 140 - 5H 1A 23600 11092 12 62.8 100 1598 90 48 106 151 112 9.9 1323 900

ZOE

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

It’s the original affordable electric car, now enhanced with a larger range and more equipment.

E Play R110 EV 50 - 5H 1A 27595 12418 18 (245) 0 - - 107 E Iconic R110 EV 50 Rapid Charge - 5H 1A 30095 13242 19 (239) 0 - - 107 E Iconic R135 EV 50 Rapid Charge - 5H 1A 30595 13462 22 (239) 0 - - 134 E GT Line R135 EV 50 Rapid Charge 402 5H 1A 32095 14443 22 (238) 0 - - 134

NEW CAPTUR

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166 166 181 181

84 84 87 87

11.4 11.4 9.5 9.5

1502 1502 1502 1502

0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Renault ups the tech and delivers an even more distinctive compact SUV. It’s more spacious and refined, too.

Iconic E-Tech Hybrid 145 - 5H 1A tba tba 13 tba tba 1598 tba tba 109 tba 106 10.6 PE S Edition E-Tech Hybrid 145 - 5H 1A tba tba 13 56.5 114 1598 tba tba 109 tba 106 10.6 PE S Edition E-Tech Plug-in Hybrid 160 - 5H 1A 31195 16533 15 188.3 35 1598 90 66 106 151 107 10.1 PE Launch Edition E-Tech Plug-in Hybrid 160 - 5H 1A 31495 16692 15 176.6 36 1598 90 66 106 151 107 10.1 PE S Edition E-Tech Hybrid 145 - 5H 1A tba tba 14 56.5 114 1598 tba tba 109 tba 106 10.6 PE R.S. Line E-Tech Plug-in Hybrid 160 - 5H 1A 32695 17328 20 188.3 34 1598 90 66 106 151 107 10.1 PE

ARKANA

tba tba 1564 1564 tba 1564

tba tba 750 750 tba 750

RATING Coming Soon

A sportier silhouette for the SUV segment, based upon the Captur, and is one of the first mainstream SUV Coupés.

Iconic E-Tech Hybrid 145 - 5H 1A 26300 13939 15 57.6 111 1598 93 tba 109 184 107 10.8 1435 760 PE S Edition E-Tech Hybrid 145 - 5H 1A 28600 15158 16 56.5 112 1598 93 tba 109 184 107 10.8 1435 760 PE R.S. Line E-Tech Hybrid 145 - 5H 1A 30900 16377 16 56.5 112 1598 93 tba 109 184 107 10.8 1435 760 PE

NEW MEGANE

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

A very underrated medium car that goes well, is comfortable and frugal. New plug-in hybrid adds a dimension.

D Iconic Blue dCi 115 - 5H 6M 23260 8374 18 61.4 121 1461 114 - 199 - 118 11.1 D Iconic Blue dCi 115 - 5H 7A 24860 8950 18 61.4 121 1461 114 - 199 - 118 11.0 D R.S. Line Blue dCi 115 - 5H 6M 25260 8841 18 61.4 121 1461 114 - 199 - 118 11.1 D R.S. Line Blue dCi 115 413 5H 7A 26860 9401 18 61.4 121 1461 114 - 199 - 118 11.0 D ST Iconic Blue dCi 115 - 5E 6M 24760 8914 18 60.1 123 1461 114 - 199 - 118 11.4 D ST Iconic dCi 115 - 5E 7A 26360 9490 18 60.1 123 1461 114 - 199 - 118 11.3 PE ST Iconic E-Tech Plug-in Hybrid 160 - 5E 6A 30995 12708 22 217.3 30 1598 90 66 106 151 111 9.8 D ST R.S. Line Blue dCi 115 - 5E 6M 26760 9098 18 60.1 123 1461 114 - 199 - 118 11.4 D ST R.S. Line dCi 115 - 5E 7A 28360 9642 19 60.1 123 1461 114 - 199 - 118 11.3 PE ST R.S. Line E-Tech Plug-in Hybrid 160 - 5E 6A 32995 13198 22 217.3 29 1598 90 66 106 151 111 9.8

1428 1455 1428 1455 1492 1518 1669 1492 1518 1669

1650 1650 1650 1650 1700 1700 750 1700 1700 750

SEAT UK dealers: 126 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: Variable schedule

MII

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Part of the up! and Citigo trio, it’s great value, good to drive, and cheap to run. It’s now exclusively electric, too.

E Electric 404 5H 1A 20300 9338 12 (160) 0 - - 82 - 156 81 12.3 1235 0

NEW IBIZA

RATING Coming Soon

SEAT’s chic small car is roomy and packed with equipment. It’s good to drive with keen prices that include metallic paint.

P SE 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 16945 6778 tba 47.9-54.3 118 999 94 - 129 - 116 10.9 1145 1000 P SE Technology 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 17875 7150 tba 47.9-54.3 118 999 94 - 129 - 116 10.9 1145 1000 P FR 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 19285 8293 tba 47.9-51.4 124 999 94 - 129 - 116 10.9 1145 1000 P FR 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 19700 8471 tba 48.7-52.3 123 999 109 - 148 - 121 10.3 1169 1100 P FR Sport 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 20140 8660 tba 47.9-51.4 125 999 94 - 129 - 116 10.9 1145 1000 P FR Sport 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 20555 8839 tba 48.7-52.3 123 999 109 - 148 - 121 10.3 1169 1100 P Xcellence 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 19755 8890 tba 48.7-51.4 124 999 109 - 148 - 121 10.3 1169 1100 P Xcellence Lux 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 20605 9066 tba 48.7-51.4 124 999 109 - 148 - 121 10.3 1169 1100 LO N G TERM TEST

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IBIZA

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

First small car to make use of the MQB chassis, it’s spacious and well kitted out. No diesel engine anymore.

SE 1.0 MPI - 5H 5M 16905 6762 3 47.1-53.3 121 999 79 - 69 - 106 15.3 1102 SE 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 17355 6942 9 47.9-54.3 117 999 94 - 129 - 116 10.9 1128 SE Technology 1.0 MPI - 5H 5M 17835 7134 3 47.1-52.3 122 999 79 - 69 - 106 15.3 1102 SE Technology 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 18285 7314 9 47.9-54.3 117 999 94 - 129 - 116 10.9 1128 FR 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 19675 8460 11 47.9-52.3 123 999 94 - 129 - 116 10.9 1128

800 1000 800 1000 1000 Towing weight (kg)

PE

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Peugeot unleashes a stunner. Highlights include frameless doors, superb economy and a great driving experience.

Active Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 29410 12058 22 52.4-62.0 121 1499 129 - 221 - 129 10.0 1420 1500 Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 30310 12730 22 52.4-62.0 120 1499 129 - 221 - 129 10.0 1420 1500 Allure Hybrid 225 403 5H 8A 36010 1692531166.2-235.4 29 1598 178 109 184 249 155 8.3 1720 1330 Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 31310 13150 24 52.4-62.0 120 1499 129 - 221 - 129 10.0 1420 1500 Allure Premium Hybrid 225 - 5H 8A 37010 17395 31166.2-235.4 29 1598 178 109 184 249 155 8.3 1720 1330 GT 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 32310 12924 24 52.4-62.0 122 1499 129 - 221 - 129 10.0 1420 1500 GT Hybrid 225 - 5H 8A 38010 17105 33166.2-235.4 32 1598 178 109 184 249 155 8.3 1720 1330 GT Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 34210 13684 24 52.4-62.0 128 1499 129 - 221 - 129 10.0 1420 1500 GT Premium Hybrid 225 - 5H 8A 40910 18410 33166.2-235.4 33 1598 178 109 184 249 155 8.3 1720 1330 Peugeot Sport Engineered Hybrid4 - 5H 8A 53995 24298 41 138.9 46 1598 197 164 221 520 155 5.2 1850 1260 SW Active Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5E 8A 31010 12714 22 52.4-62.0 123 1499 129 - 221 - 129 10.1 1430 1500 SW Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5E 8A 32060 13465 22 52.4-62.0 124 1499 129 - 221 - 129 10.1 1430 1500 SW Allure Hybrid 225 - 5E 8A 37760 17747 31166.2-235.4 30 1598 178 109 184 249 155 8.3 1745 1340 SW Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5E 8A 33060 13885 24 52.4-62.0 124 1499 129 - 221 - 129 10.1 1430 1500 SW Allure Premium Hybrid 225 - 5E 8A 38760 18217 31166.2-235.4 30 1598 178 109 184 249 155 8.3 1745 1340 SW GT 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5E 8A 34080 13632 24 52.4-62.0 125 1499 129 - 221 - 129 10.1 1430 1500 SW GT Hybrid 225 - 5E 8A 39760 17892 33166.2-235.4 34 1598 178 109 184 249 155 8.3 1745 1340 SW GT Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5E 8A 36060 14424 24 52.4-62.0 131 1499 129 - 221 - 129 10.1 1430 1500 SW GT Premium Hybrid 225 - 5E 8A 42760 19242 33166.2-235.4 34 1598 178 109 184 249 155 8.3 1745 1340 SW Peugeot Sport Engineered Hybrid4 415 5E 8A 55795 25108 41 138.9 46 1598 197 164 221 520 155 5.2 1875 1270

141 1499 101 - 184 142 1499 101 - 184 0 - - 134 144 1499 129 - 221

0-62mph

D

1500 1500 1300 1250 1250 1500 1300 1250 1250 1500 1300 1250 1250 1300 1250 1250

10 48.0-57.4 11 48.0-57.4 tba (166) 14 48.0-57.0

Kerb weight (kg)

D

508

1429 1429 1429 1760 1840 1429 1429 1760 1840 1429 1429 1760 1840 1429 1760 1840

10142 10672 13274 11600

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

The latest 3008 is better than ever, thanks to extra technology, and is still one of the best medium SUVs in its class.

D Active Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 29505 13277 20 50.2-60.8 130 1499 129 - 221 - 119 10.8 D Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 31105 13997 21 50.2-60.8 130 1499 129 - 221 - 119 10.8 D Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 32705 14717 21 47.1-57.8 136 1499 129 - 221 - 117 11.5 PE Allure Hybrid 225 411 5H 8A 37310 20147 29157.2-222.3 31 1598 178 109 221 236 140 8.9 PE Allure Hybrid4 300 - 5H 8A 42310 20309 37166.2-235.4 29 1598 197 220 221 236 149 6.1 D Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 31805 14312 21 50.2-60.8 130 1499 129 - 221 - 119 10.8 D Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 33405 15032 21 47.1-57.8 136 1499 129 - 221 - 117 11.5 PE Allure Premium Hybrid 225 - 5H 8A 38010 20525 29157.2-222.3 31 1598 178 109 221 236 140 8.9 PE Allure Premium Hybrid4 300 - 5H 8A 43010 20645 37166.2-235.4 29 1598 197 220 221 236 149 6.1 D GT 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 33605 15122 22 50.2-60.8 131 1499 129 - 221 - 119 10.8 D GT 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 35205 15842 22 47.1-57.8 137 1499 129 - 221 - 117 11.5 PE GT Hybrid 225 - 5H 8A 39810 20701 30157.2-222.3 31 1598 178 109 221 236 140 8.9 PE GT Hybrid4 300 - 5H 8A 44810 21509 38166.2-235.4 29 1598 197 220 221 236 149 6.1 D GT Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 37605 16922 22 47.1-57.8 137 1499 129 - 221 - 117 11.5 PE GT Premium Hybrid 225 - 5H 8A 43210 22469 31 157.2-222.3 31 1598 178 109 221 236 140 8.9 PE GT Premium Hybrid4 300 - 5H 8A 47210 22661 38166.2-235.4 30 1598 197 220 221 236 149 6.1

PE

1200 1475 1475 1385 1475 1385 1385 1385 1400 1400 1300 1400 1300 1300 1300

26005 27365 32375 29000

CO2g/km

NEW 3008

1203 1320 1320 1319 1320 1319 1319 1319 1320 1320 1320 1320 1320 1320 1320

5M 6M 5M 6M 5M 1A 5M 6M

Engine cc

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Upgrades to the cabin includes a digital dashboard. The exterior still looks fresh and the engines are efficient.

P Active Premium 1.2 PureTech 110 - 5H 6M 21275 5532 18 44.9-54.9 125 1199 109 - 151 - 116 10.0 D Active Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 22985 5976 24 53.5-65.6 122 1499 129 - 221 - 127 9.8 D Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 24485 7101 20 53.5-65.6 121 1499 129 - 221 - 127 9.8 D Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 25885 7507 19 53.4-64.4 122 1499 129 - 221 - 127 9.4 D Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 411 5H 6M 25235 7318 20 53.5-65.6 121 1499 129 - 221 - 127 9.8 D Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 26635 7724 19 53.4-64.4 122 1499 129 - 221 - 127 9.4 D GT 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 27835 8629 20 53.4-64.4 124 1499 129 - 221 - 127 9.4 D GT Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 28585 8861 21 53.4-64.4 126 1499 129 - 221 - 127 9.4 D SW Active Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 23935 6702 24 53.5-65.6 123 1499 129 - 221 - 126 10.0 D SW Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 25435 7631 20 53.5-65.6 122 1499 129 - 221 - 126 10.0 D SW Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 26835 8051 19 53.4-64.4 123 1499 129 - 221 - 126 9.7 D SW Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 6M 26185 7856 20 53.5-65.6 122 1499 129 - 221 - 126 10.0 D SW Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 27585 8276 19 53.4-64.4 123 1499 129 - 221 - 126 9.7 D SW GT 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 28785 8923 20 53.4-64.4 125 1499 129 - 221 - 126 9.7 D SW GT Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 29535 9156 21 53.4-64.4 127 1499 129 - 221 - 126 9.7

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308

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Long Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Long Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Long Allure Premium Electric Long GT 1.5 BlueHDi 130

Ins. Group

RATING Coming Soon

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Trade-in value

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

NEW 308

PE

1200 1200 1200 1200 0 1200 1200 1200 1200 0

Adopts Peugeot’s latest corporate look, in addition to a suite of changes. It’s good to drive and economical, too.

Active Premium 1.2 PureTech 100 - 5H 6M 21365 10896 13 46.5-52.6 123 1199 99 - 151 - 115 10.9 1188 1200 Active Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 110 - 5H 6M 22965 10105 15 57.4-65.7 117 1499 109 - 184 - 112 10.5 1205 1200 Active Premium Electric 136 - 5H 1A 30730 14750 25 (191-206) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 9.0 1548 0 Allure 1.2 PureTech 100 - 5H 6M 22565 11508 13 46.5-52.6 125 1199 99 - 151 - 115 10.9 1188 1200 Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 110 - 5H 6M 24165 10633 15 57.4-65.7 118 1499 109 - 184 - 112 10.5 1205 1200 Allure Electric 136 - 5H 1A 31930 15326 25 (191-206) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 9.0 1548 0 Allure Premium 1.2 PureTech 100 - 5H 6M 23015 11738 14 46.5-52.6 125 1199 99 - 151 - 115 10.9 1188 1200 Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 110 - 5H 6M 24615 10831 15 57.4-65.7 118 1499 109 - 184 - 112 10.5 1205 1200 Allure Premium Electric 136 - 5H 1A 32380 15542 25 (191-206) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 9.0 1548 0 GT 1.5 BlueHDi 110 - 5H 6M 26915 11843 17 57.4-65.7 119 1499 109 - 184 - 112 10.5 1205 1200 GT Electric 136 - 5H 1A 37180 17475 26 (191-206) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 9.0 1548 0 GT Premium Electric 136 - 5H 1A 38580 18133 26 (191-206) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 9.0 1548 0

One of the most striking cars in the segment, it’s larger and more advanced, with diesel and PHEV drivetrains.

D Active Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 25400 6604 tba tba 117 1499 129 - 221 - tba tba D Allure 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 27250 7903 tba tba 120 1499 129 - 221 - tba tba PE Allure Hybrid 180 - 5H 8A 33000 9570 tba tba 25 1598 tba tba tba tba tba tba D Allure Premium 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 28150 8164 tba tba 120 1499 129 - 221 - tba tba PE Allure Premium Hybrid 180 - 5H 8A 33900 9831 tba tba 25 1598 tba tba tba tba tba tba D GT 1.5 BlueHDi 130 - 5H 8A 30050 8715 tba tba 121 1499 129 - 221 - tba tba PE GT Hybrid 180 - 5H 8A 35800 10382 tba tba 26 1598 tba tba tba tba tba tba PE GT Hybrid 225 - 5H 8A 37200 10788 tba tba 27 1598 tba tba tba tba tba tba PE GT Premium Hybrid 180 - 5H 8A 37400 10846 tba tba 26 1598 tba tba tba tba tba tba PE GT Premium Hybrid 225 - 5H 8A 38800 11252 tba tba 26 1598 tba tba tba tba tba tba

D D

1090 1090 1158 1090 1455 1090 1090 1158 1090 1455

List price£

117 9.9 117 10.8 129 8.7 117 10.2 93 8.1 117 9.9 117 10.8 129 8.7 117 10.2 93 8.1

List price£

221 221

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

151 151 170 184 151 151 170 184 -

Issue tested

134 134

Issue tested

101 101 129 101 101 101 129 101 -

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

1199 1199 1199 1499 1199 1199 1199 1499 -

Power Source

120 123 122 108 0 120 124 122 108 0

Power Source

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

48.9-56.7 44.3-50.3 46.0-51.9 63.5-73.6 (217) 48.9-56.7 44.3-50.3 46.0-51.9 63.5-73.6 (217)

Towing weight (kg)

Engine cc

20 20 25 22 28 20 20 25 22 28

0-62mph

CO2g/km

9211 9799 10303 8979 13409 9631 10219 10723 9359 13849

Kerb weight (kg)

Combined mpg (Range)

21930 23330 24530 23630 30475 22930 24330 25530 24630 31475

Trade-in value

6M 8A 8A 6M 1A 6M 8A 8A 6M 1A

Ins. Group

5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H

NEW 2008

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List price£

GT 1.2 PureTech 100 GT 1.2 PureTech 100 GT 1.2 PureTech 130 GT BlueHDi 100 GT Electric 136 GT Premium 1.2 PureTech 100 GT Premium 1.2 PureTech 100 GT Premium 1.2 PureTech 130 GT Premium BlueHDi 100 GT Premium Electric 136

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Issue tested

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PE PE PE PE

NEW ATECA

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

A mid-life update to the Ateca ups the technology and safety count. It looks smart, is comfortable and drives nicely.

D SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 26665 11733 14 52.3-57.6 129 1968 114 - 221 - 115 10.9 1468 D SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 27940 12294 18 52.3-58.9 127 1968 148 - 251 - 126 9.3 1483 D SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 29560 13006 17 51.4-56.5 130 1968 148 - 266 - 126 9.0 1514 D SE 2.0 TDI 4Drive - 5H 7A 30985 13324 18 44.1-48.7 151 1968 148 - 251 - 122 8.7 1602 D SE Technology 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 27465 11810 14 52.3-55.4 135 1968 114 - 221 - 115 10.9 1468 D SE Technology 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 28740 12358 18 52.3-56.5 131 1968 148 - 251 - 126 9.3 1483 D SE Technology 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 30360 13055 18 51.4-54.3 136 1968 148 - 266 - 126 9.0 1514 D SE Technology 2.0 TDI 4Drive - 5H 7A 31745 13968 18 44.1-47.9 154 1968 148 - 251 - 122 8.7 1602 D FR 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 30185 13583 18 52.3-56.5 131 1968 148 - 251 - 126 9.3 1483 D FR 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 31565 14204 18 51.4-54.3 136 1968 148 - 266 - 126 9.0 1514 D FR 2.0 TDI 4Drive - 5H 7A 33190 14604 18 44.1-47.9 154 1968 148 - 251 - 122 8.7 1602 D FR Sport 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 32025 14091 18 52.3-55.4 134 1968 148 - 251 - 126 9.3 1483 D FR Sport 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 33405 14698 18 51.4-54.3 138 1968 148 - 266 - 126 9.0 1514 D FR Sport 2.0 TDI 4Drive - 5H 7A 35030 15764 18 44.1-47.9 155 1968 148 - 251 - 122 8.7 1602 D Xperience 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 28855 12985 14 52.3-55.4 135 1968 114 - 221 - 115 10.9 1468 D Xperience 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 30255 13615 18 52.3-56.5 131 1968 148 - 251 - 126 9.3 1483 D Xperience 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 31635 14236 18 51.4-54.3 136 1968 148 - 266 - 126 9.0 1514 D Xperience 2.0 TDI 4Drive - 5H 7A 33260 14634 18 44.1-47.9 155 1968 148 - 251 - 122 8.7 1602 D Xperience Lux 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 31400 13502 14 52.3-54.3 137 1968 114 - 221 - 115 10.9 1468 D Xperience Lux 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 32800 14104 19 52.3-55.4 134 1968 148 - 251 - 126 9.3 1483 D Xperience Lux 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 34180 14697 18 51.4-53.3 138 1968 148 - 266 - 126 9.0 1514 D Xperience Lux 2.0 TDI 4Drive 414 5H 7A 35805 15754 19 44.1-47.1 156 1968 148 - 251 - 122 8.7 1602 LO N G TERM TEST

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TARRACO

1500 1800 1800 2100 1500 1800 1800 2100 1800 1800 2100 1800 1800 2100 1500 1800 1800 2100 1500 1800 1800 2100

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Completes SEAT’s three-model SUV range. It shares its chassis with the Skoda Kodiaq, but is made in Germany.

SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 31010 14265 21 47.1-52.3 143 1968 148 - 251 - 124 10.2 1740 2000 SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 32050 14743 19 47.1-51.4 143 1968 148 - 266 - 122 10.1 1773 2000 SE Technology 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 32395 14902 21 47.1-51.4 144 1968 148 - 251 - 124 10.2 1740 2000 SE Technology 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 33435 15380 20 47.1-51.4 144 1968 148 - 266 - 122 10.1 1773 2000 FR 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 34995 16798 21 47.1-50.4 146 1968 148 - 251 - 124 10.2 1740 2000 FR 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 36035 17297 20 47.1-50.4 146 1968 148 - 266 - 122 10.1 1773 2000 FR 2.0 TDI 4Drive - 5H 7A 40100 19248 27 40.4-42.8 172 1968 197 - 295 - 130 7.8 1826 2450 FR Sport 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 36745 17270 21 47.1-50.4 147 1968 148 - 251 - 124 10.2 1740 2000 FR Sport 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 37785 17759 21 47.1-50.4 147 1968 148 - 266 - 122 10.1 1773 2000 FR Sport 2.0 TDI 4Drive - 5H 7A 41850 19670 28 40.4-42.8 173 1968 197 - 295 - 130 7.8 1826 2450 Xcellence 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 33780 16214 21 47.1-49.6 150 1968 148 - 251 - 124 10.2 1740 2000 Xcellence 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 34820 16714 20 47.1-48.7 151 1968 148 - 266 - 122 10.1 1773 2000 Xcellence 2.0 TDI 4Drive - 5H 7A 38885 18665 27 40.4-41.5 179 1968 197 - 295 - 130 7.8 1826 2450 Xcellence Lux 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 35540 16704 21 47.1-50.4 147 1968 148 - 251 - 124 10.2 1740 2000 Xcellence Lux 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 36580 17193 20 47.1-49.6 148 1968 148 - 266 - 122 10.1 1773 2000 Xcellence Lux 2.0 TDI 4Drive - 5H 7A 40645 19103 28 40.4-42.8 174 1968 197 - 295 - 130 7.8 1826 2450

SKODA UK dealers: 128 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: Variable schedule

FABIA

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Fabia gets a very modest facelift and is powered exclusively by three-cylinder petrol engines.

P SE 1.0 TSI - 5E 5M 17385 6954 9 51.4-53.3 121 999 94 - 118 - 117 10.7 1136 1000 P SE L 1.0 TSI - 5E 5M 18835 8099 9 51.4 124 999 94 - 118 - 117 10.7 1136 1000 P Black Edition 1.0 TSI - 5E 5M 17950 7719 10 51.4 124 999 94 - 118 - 117 10.7 1136 1000

SCALA

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Finally, Skoda has a highly credible Golf rival that looks good and utilises up-to-the-minute technology.

P S 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 17270 7081 9 51.4-54.3 119 999 94 - 129 P SE 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 18460 7569 9 50.4-53.3 119 999 94 - 129 P SE 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 19260 7897 12 50.4-53.3 119 999 109 - 148 P SE 1.5 TSI - 5H 6M 20660 8471 18 48.7-51.4 124 1498 148 - 184 P SE Technology 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 19125 7841 10 50.4-53.3 119 999 94 - 129 P SE Technology 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 19925 8169 12 50.4-53.3 119 999 109 - 148 P SE Technology 1.5 TSI - 5H 6M 21325 8743 18 48.7-51.4 124 1498 148 - 184 P SE L 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 20485 8399 10 50.4-52.3 123 999 94 - 129 P SE L 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 21285 8727 12 50.4-52.3 124 999 109 - 148 P Monte Carlo 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 23240 9528 13 51.4-52.3 123 999 109 - 148 LO N G TERM TEST

OCTAVIA

1204 1218 1239 1266 1218 1239 1266 1224 1245 1284

1000 1000 1200 1250 1000 1200 1250 1000 1200 1200

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

List price£

Trade-in value

Issue tested

Suave and sophisticated Octavia ups the ante with more technology and super-clean twin-dosing SCR engines.

SE 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 21265 8506 12 50.4-54.3 117 999 109 - 148 - 129 10.8 1301 1300 SE 1.0 TSI e-TEC MH - 5H 7A 23305 9322 13 51.4-56.5 115 999 109 - 148 - 129 10.5 1341 1300 SE 1.5 TSI - 5H 6M 22690 9076 18 48.7-52.3 123 1498 148 - 184 - 143 8.5 1336 1500 SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 23790 9516 15 62.8-68.9 109 1968 114 - 221 - 131 10.3 1423 1500 SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 25180 10072 13 60.1-64.2 115 1968 114 - 184 - 131 10.6 1431 1500 SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 24815 9926 19 62.8-67.3 110 1968 148 - 251 - 143 8.7 1424 1600 Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Power Source

P P P D D D

120 10.9 120 10.9 126 10.0 139 8.2 120 10.9 126 10.0 139 8.2 120 10.9 126 10.0 126 10.0

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0-62mph

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Engine cc

CO2g/km

Combined mpg (Range)

SUPERB

- 148 - 129 10.8 - 148 - 129 10.5 - 184 - 143 8.5 107 184 243 136 7.5 - 221 - 131 10.3 - 184 - 131 10.6 - 251 - 143 8.7 - 184 - 143 8.5 - 184 - 142 8.5 107 184 243 136 7.5 - 221 - 131 10.3 - 184 - 131 10.6 - 251 - 143 8.7 - 266 - 142 8.7 107 184 243 139 7.0 - 295 - 154 7.4 - 295 - 150 6.8 - 148 - 125 10.9 - 148 - 124 10.6 - 221 - 128 10.4 - 184 - 127 10.8 - 251 - 139 8.8 - 148 - 125 10.9 - 148 - 124 10.6 107 184 243 136 7.5 - 221 - 128 10.4 - 184 - 127 10.8 - 251 - 139 8.8 - 184 - 139 8.6 107 184 243 136 7.5 - 221 - 128 10.4 - 184 - 127 10.8 - 251 - 139 8.8 - 266 - 138 8.8 - 266 - 135 8.5 107 184 243 139 7.2 - 295 - 152 7.4 - 295 - 147 6.8

Towing weight (kg)

1300 1300 1400 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1400 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500

MH

999 109 999 109 1498 148 1395 148 1968 114 1968 114 1968 148 1498 148 1498 148 1395 148 1968 114 1968 114 1968 148 1968 148 1395 148 1968 197 1968 197 999 109 999 109 1968 114 1968 114 1968 148 999 109 999 109 1395 148 1968 114 1968 114 1968 148 1498 148 1395 148 1968 114 1968 114 1968 148 1968 148 1968 148 1395 148 1968 197 1968 197

1301 1341 1336 1608 1423 1431 1424 1336 1385 1608 1423 1431 1447 1461 1695 1516 1602 1313 1353 1435 1443 1436 1313 1353 1642 1435 1443 1436 1383 1642 1435 1443 1436 1473 1583 1720 1528 1614

1300 1300 1500 1500 1500 1500 1600 1500 1500 1500 1500 1500 1600 1600 0 1600 2000 1300 1300 1500 1500 1600 1300 1300 1500 1500 1500 1600 1500 1500 1500 1500 1600 1600 2000 0 1600 2000

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

It’s our favourite large car, and the facelift with added chrome and technology reinforces what a great car it is.

SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 27350 11214 20 54.3-58.9 125 1968 148 - 251 - 139 9.1 1567 2000 SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 28750 11788 21 53.3-57.7 128 1968 148 - 266 - 138 9.1 1597 2000 SE Technology 1.4 TSI iV - 5H 6A 34810 16709 26217.3-282.5 23 1395 154 114 184 243 139 7.7 1749 1600 SE Technology 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 28005 11482 21 54.3-58.9 125 1968 148 - 251 - 139 9.1 1567 2000 SE Technology 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 29405 12056 21 53.3-57.7 128 1968 148 - 266 - 138 9.1 1597 2000 SE L 1.4 TSI iV - 5H 6A 37320 17914 27217.3-256.8 25 1395 154 114 184 243 139 7.7 1756 1600 SE L 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 30515 12511 21 54.3-57.7 129 1968 148 - 251 - 139 9.1 1575 2000 SE L 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 31955 13102 22 53.3-56.5 132 1968 148 - 266 - 138 9.1 1605 2000 SE L 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 34305 13722 26 49.6-52.3 140 1968 197 - 295 - 151 7.9 1611 2000 SE L 2.0 TDI 4x4 - 5H 7A 36200 14118 28 45.6-47.9 154 1968 197 - 295 - 147 7.2 1687 2200 SportLine Plus 1.4 TSI iV - 5H 6A 41940 19712 28217.3-235.4 28 1395 154 114 184 243 139 7.7 1778 1600 SportLine Plus 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 35905 14003 23 52.3-54.3 136 1968 148 - 266 - 138 9.1 1638 2000 SportLine Plus 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 38255 14919 28 49.6-51.4 145 1968 197 - 295 - 151 7.9 1629 2000 Laurin & Klement 1.4 TSI iV - 5H 6A 42035 20177 28217.3-256.8 25 1395 154 114 184 243 139 7.7 1791 1600 Laurin & Klement 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 38800 15520 28 49.6-53.3 140 1968 197 - 295 - 151 7.9 1644 2000 SE 2.0 TDI - 5E 6M 28630 12025 20 53.3-57.7 129 1968 148 - 251 - 134 9.2 1582 2000 SE 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 30070 12629 21 51.4-56.5 132 1968 148 - 266 - 133 9.2 1612 2000 SE Technology 1.4 TSI iV - 5E 6A 36090 17684 26201.8-256.8 25 1395 154 114 184 243 139 7.8 1767 1600 SE Technology 2.0 TDI - 5E 6M 29285 12300 20 53.3-57.7 129 1968 148 - 251 - 134 9.2 1582 2000 SE Technology 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 30725 12905 21 51.4-55.4 132 1968 148 - 266 - 133 9.2 1612 2000 SE L 1.4 TSI iV 400 5E 6A 38600 18914 27201.8-235.4 27 1395 154 114 184 243 139 7.8 1774 1600 SE L 2.0 TDI - 5E 6M 31835 13371 21 53.3-56.5 132 1968 148 - 251 - 134 9.2 1590 2000 SE L 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 33235 13959 22 51.4-54.3 136 1968 148 - 266 - 133 9.2 1620 2000 SE L 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 35585 14590 26 48.7-51.4 144 1968 197 - 295 - 146 7.9 1625 2000 SE L 2.0 TDI 4x4 - 5E 7A 37480 14617 27 44.8-47.1 156 1968 197 - 295 - 142 7.3 1694 2200 SportLine Plus 1.4 TSI iV - 5E 6A 43220 20313 28188.3-201.8 31 1395 154 114 184 243 139 7.8 1797 1600 SportLine Plus 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 37185 15246 23 51.4-53.3 140 1968 148 - 266 - 133 9.2 1656 2000 SportLine Plus 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 39535 15814 27 47.9-49.6 149 1968 197 - 295 - 146 7.9 1647 2000 Laurin & Klement 1.4 TSI iV - 5E 6A 43315 21224 28201.8-235.4 27 1395 154 114 184 243 139 7.8 1809 1600 Laurin & Klement 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 40080 16433 27 48.7-51.4 144 1968 197 - 295 - 146 7.9 1659 2000

KAMIQ

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

It’s the pick of the bunch of baby SUVs from the Volkswagen Group thanks to ace quality and road manners.

P SE 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 20985 11752 13 48.7-52.3 123 999 109 - 148 - 120 10.2 1242 1200 P SE Drive 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 21915 12272 13 48.7-52.3 122 999 109 - 148 - 120 10.2 1242 1200 LO N G TERM TEST

D D D D D D D D D D D D D D D

KAROQ

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Replaces the Yeti, but looks more mainstream this time around. Shares its underpinnings with the SEAT Ateca.

SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 26210 12319 13 53.3-58.9 126 1968 114 - 221 - 118 10.6 1477 1500 SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 27660 13000 11 53.3-56.5 130 1968 114 - 148 - 117 11.0 1484 1500 SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 27270 12817 17 53.3-57.7 129 1968 148 - 251 - 129 8.8 1475 1800 SE Technology 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 26255 12340 13 53.3-58.9 126 1968 114 - 221 - 118 10.6 1477 1500 SE Technology 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 27705 13021 11 53.3-56.5 130 1968 114 - 148 - 117 11.0 1484 1500 SE Technology 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 27315 12838 17 53.3-57.7 128 1968 148 - 251 - 129 8.8 1475 1800 SE Drive 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 27055 12716 13 53.3-58.9 126 1968 114 - 221 - 118 10.6 1477 1500 SE Drive 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 28505 13397 11 53.3-56.5 130 1968 114 - 148 - 117 11.0 1484 1500 SE Drive 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 28115 13214 17 53.3-57.7 129 1968 148 - 251 - 129 8.8 1475 1800 SE L 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 28840 13843 14 53.3-55.4 134 1968 114 - 221 - 118 10.6 1484 1500 SE L 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 30290 14539 12 53.3-54.3 136 1968 114 - 148 - 117 11.0 1491 1500 SE L 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 29900 14352 18 53.3-55.4 135 1968 148 - 251 - 129 8.8 1482 1800 SE L 2.0 TDI 4x4 - 5H 7A 33580 16118 18 45.6-47.9 155 1968 148 - 266 - 124 8.7 1614 2100 SportLine 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 31980 15350 19 54.3-55.4 134 1968 148 - 251 - 129 8.8 1485 1800 SportLine 2.0 TDI 4x4 - 5H 7A 35660 17117 19 45.6-46.3 159 1968 148 - 266 - 124 8.7 1649 2100

ENYAQ

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Skoda’s electric SUV is a real stunner, with a well-priced package, great driving dynamics and a roomy cabin.

E iV 60 Loft 415 5H 1A 31995 15678 23 (256) 0 - - 177 - 229 99 E iV 80 Loft - 5H 1A 39350 19282 26 (330) 0 - - 201 - 229 99 E iV 60 Lodge - 5H 1A 32520 15935 23 (256) 0 - - 177 - 229 99 E iV 80 Lodge - 5H 1A 39875 19539 26 (330) 0 - - 201 - 229 99 E iV 60 Lounge - 5H 1A 33135 16236 23 (256) 0 - - 177 - 229 99 E iV 80 Lounge - 5H 1A 40400 19796 26 (330) 0 - - 201 - 229 99 E iV 60 Suite - 5H 1A 33305 16319 23 (256) 0 - - 177 - 229 99 E iV 80 Suite - 5H 1A 40925 20053 26 (330) 0 - - 201 - 229 99 E iV 60 ecoSuite - 5H 1A 33565 16447 23 (256) 0 - - 177 - 229 99 E iV 80 ecoSuite - 5H 1A 41450 20311 26 (330) 0 - - 201 - 229 99 E iV 80 SportLine 416 5H 1A 42900 21021 27 (327) 0 - - 201 - 229 99

NEW KODIAQ

8.4 8.2 8.4 8.2 8.4 8.2 8.4 8.2 8.4 8.2 8.2

1992 2107 1992 2107 1992 2107 1992 2107 1992 2107 2107

1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Skoda’s largest SUV is spacious, keenly priced and sets the cat amongst the pigeons in the large off-road class.

D SE 2.0 TDI (5-seats) - 5H 7A 31215 15295 19 49.6-52.3 141 1968 148 - 266 - 126 9.6 D SE 2.0 TDI (7-seats) - 5H 7A 32280 15817 20 49.6-52.3 142 1968 148 - 266 - 126 9.8 D SE 2.0 TDI 4x4 (5-seats) - 5H 7A 33260 15965 20 44.8-47.9 155 1968 148 - 266 - 124 9.6 D SE 2.0 TDI 4x4 (7-seats) - 5H 7A 34325 16476 20 44.8-47.1 156 1968 148 - 266 - 124 9.8 D SE L 2.0 TDI (7-seats) - 5H 7A 35125 16860 21 49.6-50.4 146 1968 148 - 266 - 126 9.8 D SE L 2.0 TDI 4x4 (7-seats) - 5H 7A 37170 17842 21 44.8-46.3 161 1968 148 - 266 - 124 9.8

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1708 1778 1785 1829 1780 1832

2000 2000 2300 2000 2000 2000 Towing weight (kg)

P D D

1279 1330 1318 1393 1393 1614 1614 1614 1614 1362 1436 1436 1658 1658 1658 1658

D D D P

12 50.4-54.3 117 13 51.4-56.5 115 18 48.7-52.3 123 21 282.5 21 15 62.8-68.9 109 13 60.1-64.2 115 19 62.8-67.3 110 18 47.9-52.3 123 18 49.6-53.3 121 21256.8-282.5 21 15 62.8-68.9 109 14 60.1-64.2 115 19 62.8-67.3 110 20 60.1-64.2 115 24235.4-256.8 26 24 55.4-56.5 130 25 50.4-51.4 145 12 49.6-53.3 119 13 49.6-54.3 118 15 61.4-67.3 111 13 58.9-62.8 117 19 61.4-65.7 112 12 49.6-53.3 119 13 49.6-54.3 118 21256.8-282.5 23 15 61.4-67.3 111 13 58.9-62.8 117 19 61.4-65.7 112 18 47.9-52.3 123 21235.4-282.5 23 15 61.4-65.7 112 13 58.9-62.8 117 19 61.4-65.7 113 19 58.9-62.8 118 19 51.4-54.3 135 24217.3-235.4 27 24 54.3-55.4 132 25 49.6-50.4 147

Kerb weight (kg)

PE

PE

8608 9424 9178 12316 9618 10174 10028 10162 10958 13096 10602 11158 11012 11570 14514 13162 13756 8898 9714 9916 10464 10326 9000 9816 12710 10018 10566 10428 11390 13528 11042 11590 11452 12002 12608 15006 13670 14248

0-62mph

PE

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Sharp-looking digital evolution, but this time around there’s petrol, diesel and PHEV drivetrains.

SE 1.0 TSI EVO - 5H 6M 20405 8162 15 47.1-51.4 125 999 109 - 148 - 122 10.9 SE 1.0 eTSI MH - 5H 7A 23435 9374 15 45.6-51.4 125 999 109 - 148 - 119 10.8 SE 1.5 TSI EVO - 5H 6M 21975 9010 18 44.8-51.4 124 1498 129 - 148 - 129 9.4 SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 23345 8871 19 60.1-65.7 113 1968 114 - 221 - 124 10.2 SE Dynamic 2.0 TDI 407 5H 6M 24625 10343 19 60.1-64.2 116 1968 114 - 221 - 124 10.2 FR 1.4 e-Hybrid - 5H 6A 32945 14496 26235.4-256.8 25 1395 148 114 184 243 137 7.5 FR Sport 1.4 e-Hybrid - 5H 6A 34505 15182 27 235.4 26 1395 148 114 184 243 137 7.5 Xcellence 1.4 e-Hybrid - 5H 6A 34990 15396 27235.4-256.8 25 1395 148 114 184 243 137 7.5 Xcellence Lux 1.4 e-Hybrid - 5H 6A 36170 15915 27 235.4 26 1395 148 114 184 243 137 7.5 SE 1.5 TSI - 5E 6M 23070 8536 18 46.3-51.4 125 1498 129 - 148 - 130 9.7 SE 2.0 TDI - 5E 6M 24515 9316 19 58.9-65.7 114 1968 114 - 221 - 124 10.5 SE Dynamic 2.0 TDI - 5E 6M 25795 10834 19 58.9-64.2 116 1968 114 - 221 - 124 10.5 FR 1.4 e-Hybrid - 5E 6A 34060 14986 26235.4-256.8 26 1395 148 114 184 243 137 7.7 FR Sport 1.4 e-Hybrid - 5E 6A 35620 15673 27 235.4 27 1395 148 114 184 243 137 7.7 Xcellence 1.4 e-Hybrid - 5E 6A 36085 15877 27235.4-256.8 26 1395 148 114 184 243 137 7.7 Xcellence Lux 1.4 e-Hybrid - 5E 6A 37580 16535 27 235.4 26 1395 148 114 184 243 137 7.7

21520 23560 22945 30790 24045 25435 25070 25405 27395 32740 26505 27895 27530 28925 36285 32905 34390 22245 24285 24790 26160 25815 22500 24540 31775 25045 26415 26070 28475 33820 27605 28975 28630 30005 31520 37515 34175 35620

Kerb weight (kg)

PE

D D P P D D D P P

6M 7A 6M 6A 6M 7A 6M 6M 7A 6A 6M 7A 6M 7A 6A 7A 7A 6M 7A 6M 7A 6M 6M 7A 6A 6M 7A 6M 7A 6A 6M 7A 6M 7A 7A 6A 7A 7A

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

PE

PE

5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E

CO2g/km

P P P D D

NEW LEÓN

D D D D

1000 1000 1100 1100 1100 1100 1100

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

SEAT’s entry for the compact SUV segment. It looks good, is well kitted out, frugal and interesting to drive.

SE 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 19215 9608 9 47.1-51.4 124 999 94 - 129 - 113 11.5 1164 SE Technology 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 20110 10055 9 47.1-51.4 124 999 94 - 129 - 113 11.5 1164 FR 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 22570 11736 12 47.1-53.3 121 999 109 - 148 - 118 10.3 1193 FR Red Edition 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 22500 11700 tba 47.1-51.4 124 999 109 - 148 - 118 10.3 1193 FR Sport 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 23640 12293 13 47.1-51.4 124 999 109 - 148 - 118 10.3 1193 Xcellence 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 23290 11645 12 47.1-53.3 120 999 109 - 148 - 118 10.3 1193 Xcellence Lux 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 24840 12172 13 47.1-51.4 125 999 109 - 148 - 118 10.3 1193

LO N G TERM TEST

PE

405 409 -

Engine cc

P P P P P P P

ARONA

D D D P P

MH

Combined mpg (Range)

LO N G TERM TEST

PE

SE Technology 1.0 TSI SE Technology 1.0 TSI e-TEC SE Technology 1.5 TSI SE Technology 1.4 TSI iV SE Technology 2.0 TDI SE Technology 2.0 TDI SE Technology 2.0 TDI SE L 1.5 TSI SE L 1.5 TSI e-TEC MH SE L 1.4 TSI iV SE L 2.0 TDI SE L 2.0 TDI SE L 2.0 TDI SE L 2.0 TDI vRS 1.4 TSI iV vRS 2.0 TDI vRS 2.0 TDI 4x4 SE 1.0 TSI SE 1.0 TSI e-TEC MH SE 2.0 TDI SE 2.0 TDI SE 2.0 TDI SE Technology 1.0 TSI SE Technology 1.0 TSI e-TEC SE Technology 1.4 TSI iV SE Technology 2.0 TDI SE Technology 2.0 TDI SE Technology 2.0 TDI SE L 1.5 TSI e-TEC MH SE L 1.4 TSI iV SE L 2.0 TDI SE L 2.0 TDI SE L 2.0 TDI SE L 2.0 TDI SE L 2.0 TDI 4x4 vRS 1.4 TSI iV vRS 2.0 TDI vRS 2.0 TDI 4x4

Trade-in value

RATING Coming Soon

A smart and interesting entry into the baby SUV market. Shame there’s no diesel anymore, but the petrols are efficient.

P SE 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 19260 9630 tba 48.7-52.3 124 999 94 - 129 - 113 11.5 1185 1000 P SE Technology 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 20155 10078 tba 48.7-52.3 124 999 94 - 129 - 113 11.5 1185 1000 P FR 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 22570 11736 tba 47.9-53.3 121 999 109 - 148 - 118 10.6 1216 1100 P FR Sport 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 23640 12293 tba 47.9-51.4 124 999 109 - 148 - 118 10.6 1216 1100 P Xcellence 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 23290 11645 tba 47.9-53.3 120 999 109 - 148 - 118 10.6 1216 1100 P Xcellence Lux 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 24795 12150 tba 47.9-51.4 124 999 109 - 148 - 118 10.6 1216 1100

P P P

Ins. Group

1100 1000 1100 1000 1100 1000 1100

Ins. Group

1148 1128 1148 1128 1148 1128 1148

Trade-in value

10.2 10.9 10.2 10.9 10.2 10.9 10.2

List price£

121 116 121 116 121 116 121

List price£

-

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

148 129 148 129 148 129 148

Power Source

NEW ARONA

-

Issue tested

109 94 109 94 109 94 109

Issue tested

999 999 999 999 999 999 999

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

123 123 123 124 124 124 124

Power Source

46.3-52.3 47.9-52.3 46.3-52.3 47.9-51.4 46.3-51.4 47.9-51.4 46.3-51.4

Towing weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

12 11 12 11 12 11 12

0-62mph

Engine cc

8639 8828 9006 8951 9065 9143 9255

Kerb weight (kg)

CO2g/km

20090 20530 20945 19890 20145 20780 21035

Combined mpg (Range)

5M 5M 5M 5M 5M 5M 5M

Trade-in value

5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H

Ins. Group

-

List price£

FR 1.0 TSI FR Sport 1.0 TSI FR Sport 1.0 TSI Xcellence 1.0 TSI Xcellence 1.0 TSI Xcellence Lux 1.0 TSI Xcellence Lux 1.0 TSI

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Issue tested

Power Source P P P P P P P

134 124 134 124 134

SMART

The name of Ford’s medium-sized SUV doesn’t translate so well in Bosnia, Croatia and Serbia, as Kuga means Plague in the local tongue.

SSANGYONG UK dealers: 65 Warranty: 7 years/150,000 miles Maintenance: 12,500 miles

KORANDO

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

SsangYong continues to surprise buyers with a thoroughly likeable, roomy and well-priced SUV. What’s not to like?

D Pioneer - 5H 6A 27245 13078 24 46.3 159 1597 134 - 239 - 112 12.0 D Pioneer 4x4 400 5H 6A 29245 13453 25 41.5 178 1597 134 - 239 - 112 12.0 D Ultimate - 5H 6A 30745 15065 24 46.3 159 1597 134 - 239 - 112 12.0 D Ultimate 4x4 393 5H 6A 32745 13425 26 41.5 178 1597 134 - 239 - 112 12.0

NEW REXTON

1610 1700 1610 1700

2000 2000 2000 2000

RATING Coming Soon

Classy revisions make it more distinctive. A big bruiser of an SUV, it’s no longer an also ran.

Ventura - 5H 8A 37995 17098 34 32.9 225 2157 199 - 325 - 114 10.7 2180 3500 Ultimate - 5H 8A 40665 17893 35 32.9 225 2157 199 - 325 - 114 10.7 2180 3500

D D

MUSSO

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Accomplished pick-up that you won’t buy because it’s cheap. It can hold its head high amongst pricier rivals.

EX 4x4 - 4P 6M 26760 9366 42 35.8* 211* 2157 178 - 310 - 121 tba 2145 3200 Rebel 4x4 - 4P 6M 29760 10416 42 35.8* 211* 2157 178 - 310 - 121 tba 2145 3200 Rebel 4x4 - 4P 6A 31260 10941 42 29.4 250 2157 178 - 310 - 115 tba 2155 3500 Saracen 4x4 379 4P 6M 32760 11466 43 35.8* 211* 2157 178 - 310 - 121 tba 2145 3200 Saracen 4x4 - 4P 6A 34248 11987 43 29.4 250 2157 178 - 310 - 115 tba 2155 3500 Rhino LWB 4x4 LT 4P 6A 36360 12726 42 28.2 262 2157 178 - 310 - 107 tba 2260 3500

SUZUKI UK dealers: 161 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: 12,500 miles

P P P P P P

NEW IGNIS

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Beefed up looks and mild hybrid technology now as standard. It’s fun to drive, goes well and is priced well.

1.2 Dualjet Hybrid SZ3 MH - 5H 5M 14499 5365 20 55.7 114 1242 82 3 79 37 103 12.7 895 1.2 Dualjet Hybrid SZ-T MH - 5H 5M 15999 5440 21 55.7 114 1242 82 3 79 37 103 12.7 895 1.2 Dualjet Hybrid SZ-T MH - 5H CVT 16999 5780 20 51.3 124 1242 82 3 79 37 96 12.4 925 1.2 Dualjet Hybrid SZ5 MH - 5H 5M 16999 5780 16 55.7 114 1242 82 3 79 37 103 12.7 895 1.2 Dualjet Hybrid SZ5 MH - 5H CVT 17999 6120 16 51.3 124 1242 82 3 79 37 96 12.4 925 1.2 Dualjet Hybrid SZ5 Allgrip MH 406 5H 5M 17999 6120 15 51.9 123 1242 82 3 79 37 103 12.8 940

NEW SWIFT

1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Latest incarnation is cute, and as good to drive as before. It’s Euro-focused and has more kit. It’s a winner.

P 1.2 Dualjet Hybrid SZ-L MH - 5H 5M 14999 5100 20 57.2 111 1242 82 3 79 37 112 13.1 P 1.2 Dualjet Hybrid SZ-T MH - 5H 5M 16499 5610 19 57.2 111 1242 82 3 79 37 112 13.1 P 1.2 Dualjet Hybrid SZ-T MH - 5H CVT 17499 5950 20 52.8 121 1242 82 3 79 37 109 12.2 P 1.2 Dualjet Hybrid SZ5 MH 410 5H 5M 17999 6120 20 57.2 111 1242 82 3 79 37 112 13.1 P 1.2 Dualjet Hybrid SZ5 MH - 5H CVT 18999 6460 21 52.8 121 1242 82 3 79 37 109 12.2 P 1.2 Dualjet Hybrid SZ5 Allgrip MH - 5H 5M 18999 6460 20 51.7 123 1242 82 3 79 37 106 13.8

NEW SWACE

911 911 946 911 946 991

1000 1000 1000 1000 1000 1000

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The second new car that’s a Toyota under the skin, and this time it is built in the UK at Derby. We really rate it.

1.8 Hybrid SZ-T 411 5E CVT 27499 14299 20 64.2 99 1798 101 71 105 120 112 11.1 1420 750 PE 1.8 Hybrid SZ5 - 5E CVT 29299 15235 21 64.2 99 1798 101 71 105 120 112 11.1 1420 750 PE

NEW ACROSS

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Born out of a partnership with Toyota, it’s basically a RAV4 PHEV in a sensible suit, and it’s cheaper, too.

2.5 PHEV E-Four 409 5H 1A 45599 20976 39 282.4 22 2487 182 233 167 199 112 6.0 1940 1500

PE

TESLA UK dealers: 21 Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles Maintenance: 12,500 miles

MODEL 3

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Finally it’s here, but more expensive than original estimations. It makes entry to the Tesla club more affordable.

E Standard Range Plus 394 4S 1A 40990 24184 48 (278) 0 - - 296 - 332 140 5.3 1684 910 E Long Range - 4S 1A 48490 30064 50 (360) 0 - - 367 - 376 145 4.2 1801 910 E Performance - 4S 1A 59990 37794 50 (352) 0 - - 457 - 487 162 3.1 1931 0

NEW MODEL S

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

CAMRY

AYGO

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

DieselCar & EcoCar

0 0 0 0 0 0 Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

Trade-in value

List price£

Issue tested

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Power Source

Funkiest and best selling of the C1/108/Aygo trio, with cheap running costs, but priced above the others. It’s fun to drive.

P x-play 1.0 VVT-i - 5H 5M 13345 5605 6 tba 111 998 71 - 69 - 99 13.8 840 P x-play 1.0 VVT-i x-shift - 5H 5A 14045 5899 6 51.4-54.3 118 998 71 - 69 - 99 15.2 860 P x-trend 1.0 VVT-i - 5H 5M 14510 6239 6 tba 112 998 71 - 69 - 99 13.8 840 P x-trend 1.0 VVT-I x-shift - 5H 5A 15210 6540 6 51.4-54.3 119 998 71 - 69 - 99 15.2 860 P x-clusiv 1.0 VVT-i - 5H 5M 15695 6749 6 tba 112 998 71 - 69 - 99 13.8 840 P x-clusiv 1.0 VVT-i x-shift - 5H 5A 16395 7050 6 51.4-54.3 119 998 71 - 69 - 99 15.2 860

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Kerb weight (kg)

1375 1375 1375 1375 1400 1375 1375 1530 1530

725 725 725 725 725 725 725 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Not for retail buyers just yet, but a fantastic poster child for hydrogen fuel cell technology. It’s huge inside.

H Design - 4S 1A 49995 24998 tba (400) 0 - - 180 - 221 108 9.0 1900 0 H Design Plus Pack - 4S 1A 53995 26998 tba (400) 0 - - 180 - 221 108 9.0 1900 0 H Design Premium Pack 414 4S 1A 64995 32498 tba (400) 0 - - 180 - 221 108 9.0 1900 0

C-HR

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Toyota applies its hybrid knowhow to the compact crossover market and takes the segment by storm.

Icon 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 27440 15092 15 53.3–57.6 110 1798 97 71 105 PE Design 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 29840 16412 15 53.3–57.6 111 1798 97 71 105 PE Design 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 31460 17932 23 49.6–54.3 119 1987 150 107 140 PE Excel 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 31950 16934 16 53.3–57.6 112 1798 97 71 105 PE Excel 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 33570 18464 23 49.6–54.3 120 1987 150 107 140 PE Dynamic 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 32090 18612 16 53.3–57.6 111 1798 97 71 105 PE Dynamic 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid 405 5H CVT 33710 19552 23 49.6–54.3 119 1987 150 107 140 PE GR Sport 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 31950 18531 16 53.3–57.6 112 1798 97 71 105 PE GR Sport 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 33570 19471 22 49.6–54.3 120 1987 150 107 140 PE

RAV4

120 120 149 120 149 120 149 120 149

105 105 111 105 111 105 111 105 111

11.0 11.0 8.2 11.0 8.2 11.0 8.2 11.0 8.2

1420 1420 1490 1420 1490 1420 1490 1420 1490

725 725 725 725 725 725 725 725 725

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Chunkier, more rugged, and most importantly with extra frugality. There are higher equipment levels, too.

Icon 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid 2WD - 5H CVT 31095 18968 25 47.9-50.4 126 2487 176 118 163 149 PE Design 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid 2WD - 5H CVT 32650 19590 26 47.9-50.4 129 2487 176 118 163 149 PE Design 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid AWD - 5H CVT 35025 20315 28 47.9-48.7 131 2487 176 172 163 149 PE Excel 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid 2WD - 5H CVT 35380 20874 26 47.9-50.4 131 2487 176 118 163 149 PE Excel 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid AWD - 5H CVT 37755 21520 30 47.9-48.7 133 2487 176 172 163 149 PE Dynamic 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid 2WD - 5H CVT 35940 20845 27 47.9-50.4 131 2487 176 118 163 149 PE Dynamic 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid AWD - 5H CVT 38275 21434 30 47.9-48.7 133 2487 176 172 163 149 PE Black Edition 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid 2WD - 5H CVT 36850 21373 27 47.9-50.4 131 2487 176 118 163 149 PE Black Edition 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid AWD - 5H CVT 39185 21944 30 47.9-48.7 133 2487 176 172 163 149 PE Design Plug-in 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid AWD - 5H CVT 46495 26037 tba 282.4 22 2487 182 233 167 199 PE Dynamic Plug-in 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid AWD 411 5H CVT 47395 26541 34 282.4 22 2487 182 233 167 199 PE DynamicPremiumPlug-in2.5VVT-iHybridAWD - 5H CVT 50895 28501 35 282.4 22 2487 182 233 167 199 PE

LAND CRUISER

111 111 111 111 111 111 111 111 111 111 111 111

8.4 8.4 8.1 8.4 8.1 8.4 8.1 8.4 8.1 6.0 6.0 6.0

1590 1590 1650 1590 1650 1590 1650 1590 1650 1930 1930 1930

800 800 1650 800 1650 800 1650 800 1650 1500 1500 1500

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

The vehicle of choice in tough environments like Africa and Australia. It’s spacious and totally indestructable.

D Active 2.8 D-4D (5-seat) - 3H 6A 42405 21203 39 27.7-31.0 239 2755 201 - 369 - 108 D Active 2.8 D-4D (5-seat) - 5H 6A 43750 23188 39 27.7-31.0 245 2755 201 - 369 - 108 D Active 2.8 D-4D (7-seat) - 5H 6A 44325 23492 39 27.7-31.0 246 2755 201 - 369 - 108 D Invincible 2.8 D-4D (7-seat) 413 5H 6A 57680 32301 38 27.7-31.0 250 2755 201 - 369 - 108

HIGHLANDER

9.9 9.9 9.9 9.9

2030 3000 2425 3000 2425 3000 2425 3000

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Toyota is encroaching on Lexus territory with the Highlander. It’s big, hybrid powered and costs more than £50k.

Excel 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid AWD - 5H CVT 50610 28342 40 39.2-39.7 160 2487 188 234 176 199 111 8.3 2050 2000 PE Excel Premium 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid AWD 412 5H CVT 52590 29450 40 39.2-39.7 159 2487 188 234 176 199 111 8.3 2050 2000 RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

More dramatic styling and an update results in a highly competitive package. It’s more expensive than before, too.

D Double Cab Active 2.4 D-4D - 4P 6M 30895 13903 41 27.1-30.0 255 2393 148 - 295 - 105 13.2 D Double Cab Icon 2.4 D-4D - 4P 6M 33445 16723 41 27.1-30.0 246 2393 148 - 295 - 105 13.2 D Double Cab Icon 2.4 D-4D - 4P 6A 34945 17473 41 28.8-30.7 241 2393 148 - 295 - 105 12.8 D Double Cab Invincible 2.4 D-4D - 4P 6M 36295 17422 42 27.1-30.0 247 2393 148 - 295 - 105 13.2 D Double Cab Invincible 2.4 D-4D - 4P 6A 37795 18142 42 28.8-30.7 242 2393 148 - 295 - 105 12.8 D Double Cab Invincible 2.8 D-4D - 4P 6M 36645 17590 45 31.3-33.2 224 2755 201 - 310 - 108 10.1 D Double Cab Invincible 2.8 D-4D - 4P 6A 38145 18310 45 28.5-30.0 246 2755 201 - 369 - 108 10.7 D Double Cab Invincible X 2.8 D-4D - 4P 6M 40645 19103 45 31.3-33.2 225 2755 201 - 310 - 108 10.1 D Double Cab Invincible X 2.8 D-4D 409 4P 6A 42145 19808 45 28.5-30.0 248 2755 201 - 369 - 108 10.7

1980 3500 2075 3500 2110 3500 2105 3500 2110 3500 2120 3500 2125 3500 2120 3500 2125 3500

VAUXHALL UK dealers: 306 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: 20,000 miles (12,500 miles Corsa Petrol and Combo-e) 16,000 miles Corsa-e, Grandland X Hybrid Power Source

UK dealers: 182 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: 10,000 miles

750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750 750

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

MIRAI

NEW HILUX

TOYOTA

1295 1340 1295 1340 1295 1340 1295 1340 1295 1340 1310 1310 1310 1300 1370 1300 1370 1300 1370 1300 1370 1300 1370 1300 1370

Another old name from the past returns, this time a large hybrid that Toyota hopes will attract old Avensis owners into.

Design 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid 392 4S CVT 32260 15807 31 50.4-53.3 120 2487 176 118 163 149 111 8.3 1595 0 PE Excel 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid - 4S CVT 34830 17067 32 50.4-51.4 125 2487 176 118 163 149 111 8.3 1595 0

NEW MODEL X

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

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PE

PE

Take one Model S, give it some extra space, and add some funky gullwing doors and you’ve got the Model X. E Long Range - 5H 1A 90980 55498 50 (360) 0 - - tba - tba 155 3.8 tba tba E Plaid - 5H 1A 110980 64368 50 (340) 0 - - 1006 - tba 163 2.5 tba tba

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RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

One of the pioneers of the hybrid sector, now available with AWD. It’s interestingly different to other hybrids.

Active 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 24880 15923 13 59.6-67.3 94 1798 97 71 105 120 112 10.8 PE Business Edition 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 25820 16267 13 59.6-67.3 94 1798 97 71 105 120 112 10.8 PE Bus Ed Plus 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid (15” wheels) - 5H CVT 27550 16530 14 59.6-67.3 94 1798 97 71 105 120 112 10.8 PE Bus Ed Plus 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid (17” wheels) - 5H CVT 27890 16734 14 59.6-67.3 104 1798 97 71 105 120 112 10.8 PE Business Edition Plus 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid AWD - 5H CVT 29540 17429 14 58.7-58.9 109 1798 97 71 105 120 112 10.9 PE Excel 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid (15” wheels) - 5H CVT 28640 17184 14 59.6-67.3 94 1798 97 71 105 120 112 10.8 PE Excel 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid (17” wheels) - 5H CVT 28980 17388 14 59.6-67.3 104 1798 97 71 105 120 112 10.8 PE Plug-in Bus Ed Plus 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 32645 15343 21 188.3-217.3 28 1798 97 71 105 120 100 11.1 PE Plug-in Excel 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 34745 15288 22 188.3-217.3 28 1798 97 71 105 120 100 11.1

With a whiff of Knight Rider about its interior and a long overdue update, the latest Model S is sensational with a capital S. E Long Range - 5H 1A 83980 47869 50 (405) 0 - - tba - tba 155 3.1 tba 0 E Plaid - 5H 1A 118980 63059 50 (390) 0 - - 1006 - tba 200 2.0 tba 0

118

Engine cc

PRIUS PE

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

FORD KUGA

CO2g/km

DID YOU KNOW?

450 450 450 450 450

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Return of a legendary name, all wrapped up in an eye-catching package, and the choice of two hybrid drivetrains.

Icon 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 24485 13467 15 55.3-62.7 102 1798 97 71 105 120 112 10.9 PE Icon 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 26230 14164 18 50.5-57.7 111 1987 150 107 140 149 112 7.9 PE Icon Tech 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 25690 13873 15 55.3-62.7 102 1798 97 71 105 120 112 10.9 PE Icon Tech 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 27435 14541 19 50.5-57.7 111 1987 150 107 140 149 112 7.9 PE Design 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 26790 14467 15 55.3-62.7 110 1798 97 71 105 120 112 10.9 PE Design 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 28535 15124 21 50.5-57.7 118 1987 150 107 140 149 112 7.9 PE GR Sport 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid 404 5H CVT 28325 15012 14 55.3-62.7 112 1798 97 71 105 120 112 10.9 PE GR Sport 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 30050 15626 20 50.5-57.7 119 1987 150 107 140 149 112 7.9 PE Excel 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 28300 14716 15 55.3-62.7 112 1798 97 71 105 120 112 10.9 PE Excel 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 30025 15613 21 50.5-57.7 120 1987 150 107 140 149 112 7.9 PE Icon 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 4S CVT 24190 12821 15 55.3-62.7 102 1798 97 71 105 120 112 11.0 PE Icon Tech 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 4S CVT 25240 13125 15 55.3-62.7 102 1798 97 71 105 120 112 11.0 PE Design 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 4S CVT 26265 13658 15 55.3-62.7 111 1798 97 71 105 120 112 11.0 PE Touring Sports Icon 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5E CVT 25755 14423 15 55.3-62.7 103 1798 97 71 105 120 112 11.1 PE Touring Sports Icon 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5E CVT 27500 15125 18 50.4-56.4 112 1987 150 107 140 149 112 8.1 PE Touring Sports Icon Tech 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5E CVT 26960 14828 15 55.3-62.7 103 1798 97 71 105 120 112 11.1 PE Touring Sports Icon Tech 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5E CVT 28705 15501 19 50.4-56.4 112 1987 150 107 140 149 112 8.1 PE Touring Sports Design 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5E CVT 28125 15469 15 55.3-62.7 112 1798 97 71 105 120 112 11.1 PE Touring Sports Design 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5E CVT 29850 16119 21 50.4-56.4 121 1987 150 107 140 149 112 8.1 PE Touring Sports GR Sport 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5E CVT 29595 15981 14 55.3-62.7 112 1798 97 71 105 120 112 11.1 PE Touring Sports GR Sport 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5E CVT 31540 16716 20 50.4-56.4 121 1987 150 107 140 149 112 8.1 PE Touring Sports Trek 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5E CVT 29230 15200 14 55.3-62.7 113 1798 97 71 105 120 112 11.1 PE Touring Sports Trek 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5E CVT 30955 15787 19 50.4-56.4 121 1987 150 107 140 149 112 8.1 PE Touring Sports Excel 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid - 5E CVT 30015 15608 15 55.3-62.7 112 1798 97 71 105 120 112 11.1 PE Touring Sports Excel 2.0 VVT-i Hybrid - 5E CVT 31960 16619 21 50.4-56.4 121 1987 150 107 140 149 112 8.1

Engine cc

Twinned with Renault’s Twingo, it’s a return for a smart car with the ability to carry more than two.

E premium - 5H 1A 19795 7522 tba (77-78) 0 - - 80 - 118 81 12.7 1200 0 E exclusive - 5H 1A 20945 7959 tba (77-78) 0 - - 80 - 118 81 12.7 1200 0

COROLLA PE

Combined mpg (Range)

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Ins. Group

1095 0 1095 0 1095 0 1095 0 1125 0 1125 0 1125 0

1085 1085 1090 1090 1090

RATING Coming Soon

Trade-in value

11.6 11.6 11.6 11.6 11.9 11.9 11.9

9.7 9.7 9.7 9.7 9.7

Compact hybrid SUV to compete against the Ford Puma and Nissan Juke. It arrives in showrooms this September.

Icon 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid 2WD - 5H CVT 22515 11708 tba tba 100 1490 90 79 89 104 tba tba PE Design 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid 2WD - 5H CVT 24140 12311 tba tba 102 1490 90 79 89 104 tba tba PE Excel 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid 2WD - 5H CVT 26745 13640 tba tba 112 1490 90 79 89 104 tba tba PE Dynamic 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid 2WD - 5H CVT 26465 13497 tba tba 112 1490 90 79 89 104 tba tba PE Dynamic 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid AWD - 5H CVT 28825 14701 tba tba 115 1490 90 79 89 104 tba tba PE Premiere Edition 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid 2WD - 5H CVT 28185 13529 tba tba 112 1490 90 79 89 104 tba tba PE Premiere Edition 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid AWD - 5H CVT 30545 14662 tba tba 115 1490 90 79 89 104 tba tba

List price£

FORFOUR

81 81 81 81 81 81 81

108 108 108 108 108

PE

Issue tested

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

More refined and grown up than before, with more technology and zero emissions in these EV versions.

E coupé premium - 3H 1A 19200 7872 10 (80-81) 0 - - 80 - 118 E coupé exclusive - 3H 1A 20350 8344 11 (80-81) 0 - - 80 - 118 E coupé Brabus line - 3H 1A 21495 8813 11 (80-81) 0 - - 80 - 118 E coupé edition bluedawn - 3H 1A 22495 9223 11 (80-81) 0 - - 80 - 118 E cabrio premium - 2O 1A 21620 8216 13 (80) 0 - - 80 - 118 E cabrio exclusive - 2O 1A 22770 8653 13 (80) 0 - - 80 - 118 E cabrio Brabus line - 2O 1A 23915 9088 13 (80) 0 - - 80 - 118

LO N G TERM TEST

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

It’s been beefed up with pseudo crossover styling inspired by the C-HR. Hybrid only this time around, too.

Icon 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 20210 10509 13 68.9 92 1490 90 79 89 104 PE Design 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 21270 10848 14 68.9 92 1490 90 79 89 104 PE Dynamic 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 22335 11391 14 65.6 98 1490 90 79 89 104 PE Excel 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 22705 11580 14 65.6 98 1490 90 79 89 104 PE Launch Edition 1.5 VVT-i Hybrid - 5H CVT 24420 11722 14 65.6 98 1490 90 79 89 104

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

FORTWO

D D D D D D

NEW YARIS

YARIS CROSS

UK dealers: 46 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: Variable schedule

LO N G TERM TEST

CO2g/km

PE

Combined mpg (Range)

2000 2000 2000 2000 2000

Trade-in value

1809 1853 1838 1898 1882

Ins. Group

7.8 9.8 7.8 9.8 7.8

Towing weight (kg)

-

0-62mph

295 266 295 266 295

Kerb weight (kg)

-

List price£

197 148 197 148 197

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

1968 1968 1968 1968 1968

Issue tested

174 161 174 163 176

Power Source

41.5-42.8 44.8-45.6 41.5-42.8 44.8-45.6 41.5-42.2

Towing weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

26 22 27 22 27

0-62mph

Engine cc

18576 19492 20242 19677 20830

Kerb weight (kg)

CO2g/km

38700 39780 41310 41865 43395

Combined mpg (Range)

7A 7A 7A 7A 7A

Trade-in value

5H 5H 5H 5H 5H

Ins. Group

-

List price£

SE L 2.0 TDI 4x4 (7-seats) SportLine 2.0 TDI 4x4 (7-seats) SportLine 2.0 TDI 4x4 (7-seats) Laurin & Klement 2.0 TDI 4x4 (7-seats) Laurin & Klement 2.0 TDI 4x4 (7-seats)

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Issue tested

Power Source D D D D D

11.4 11.1 11.4 11.1 11.4 11.1 11.4 11.1 11.4 11.1 11.4 11.1

1289 1361 1289 1361 1289 1361 1289 1361 1289 1361 1289 1361

840 870 840 870 840 870 840 870 840 870 840 870

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Marks a new era within Vauxhall under Stellantis ownership. It shows off future design and utilises group parts bin to the full.

P SE 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 20940 6910 13 49.6-51.4 125 1199 101 - 151 - 116 10.6 1270 1200 D SE 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 22740 7049 14 62.8-65.7 114 1499 109 - 184 - 118 10.8 1295 1200 E e SE Nav Premium 11kW - 5H 1A 30540 9467 21 (201) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 8.7 1598 0 D SRi 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 25410 7877 15 62.8-65.7 116 1499 109 - 184 - 118 10.8 1295 1200 D SRi Nav Premium 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 26615 8251 15 62.8-65.7 116 1499 109 - 184 - 118 10.8 1295 1200 E e SRi Nav Premium 11kW - 5H 1A 32435 10055 22 (201) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 8.7 1598 0 D Elite Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 25210 7815 15 62.8-65.7 116 1499 109 - 184 - 118 10.8 1295 1200 D Elite Nav Premium 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 26260 8141 15 62.8-65.7 116 1499 109 - 184 - 118 10.8 1295 1200 E e Elite Nav Premium 11kW 414 5H 1A 32080 9945 22 (201) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 8.7 1598 0 D Ultimate Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 27620 8562 16 62.8-65.7 116 1499 109 - 184 - 118 10.8 1295 1200 D Launch Edition 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 28850 8944 17 62.8-65.7 116 1499 109 - 184 - 118 10.8 1295 1200 E e Ultimate Edition 11kW - 5H 1A 32495 10073 23 (201) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 8.7 1598 0

NEW GRANDLAND

RATING Coming Soon

Marks a new era within Vauxhall under Stellantis ownership. It shows off future design and utilises group parts bin to the full.

D SE 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 8A 27160 10321 tba 53.3-54.3 136 1499 129 - 221 - 119 12.3 1455 1300 D SRi 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 8A 29200 11388 tba 53.3-54.3 137 1499 129 - 221 - 119 12.3 1455 1300 PE SRi 1.6 Turbo PHEV - 5H 8A 34365 15808 tba 192.0 29 1598 178 109 221 236 140 8.9 1735 1250 D Elite 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 8A 30850 12032 tba 53.3-54.3 136 1499 129 - 221 - 119 12.3 1455 1300 PE Elite 1.6 Turbo PHEV - 5H 8A 35015 16107 tba 192.0 31 1598 178 109 221 236 140 8.9 1735 1250 D Ultimate 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 8A 31130 12452 tba 53.3-54.3 137 1499 129 - 221 - 119 12.3 1455 1300

GRANDLAND X

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

119 119 119 119 119 119 119

10.2 9.9 10.2 9.9 10.2 9.9 10.2

1435 1455 1435 1455 1435 1455 1435

1500 1300 1500 1300 1500 1300 1500

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Towing weight (kg)

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

List price£

Trade-in value

Issue tested

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Power Source

Vauxhall belatedly joins the medium crossover sector with a car based on Peugeot’s award-winning 3008.

D SE Premium 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 28250 10735 21 56.5-57.7 129 1499 129 - 221 D SE Premium 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 8A 30435 11565 21 53.3-54.3 136 1499 129 - 221 D Business Edition Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 26015 11447 15 56.5-57.7 130 1499 129 - 221 D Business Edition Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 8A 28200 12408 15 53.3-54.3 136 1499 129 - 221 D SRi Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 29455 11487 15 56.5-57.7 130 1499 129 - 221 D SRi Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 8A 31640 12340 15 53.3-54.3 137 1499 129 - 221 D Griffin Edition 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 26625 10384 15 56.5-57.7 130 1499 129 - 221 -

Towing weight (kg)

Engine cc

0-62mph

CO2g/km

COMBO LIFE

129 - 221 - 119 9.9 129 - 221 - 119 10.2 129 - 221 - 119 9.9 129 - 221 - 119 10.2 129 - 221 - 119 9.9 178 109 221 236 140 8.6 178 109 221 236 140 8.6 178 109 221 236 140 8.6 197 220 221 236 146 5.9 197 220 221 236 146 5.9 197 220 221 236 146 5.9

Kerb weight (kg)

Combined mpg (Range)

1499 1499 1499 1499 1499 1598 1598 1598 1598 1598 1598

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Trade-in value

Ins. Group

List price£

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Issue tested

Power Source

136 130 136 130 137 31 31 31 29 29 29

1455 1435 1455 1435 1455 1735 1735 1735 1800 1800 1800

1300 1500 1300 1500 1300 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250 1250

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Further fruits of Stellantis parentage with a van-based MPV that shares a design with the Citroën Berlingo and Peugeot Rifter.

D Edition (5-seat) 1.5 Turbo D - 5M 5M 23215 9518 10 53.3-55.4 135 1499 101 - 184 - 107 12.7 1480 1300 D SE (5-seat) 1.5 Turbo D - 5M 5M 24650 10107 11 53.3-55.4 137 1499 101 - 184 - 107 12.7 1480 1300 D SE (7-seat) 1.5 Turbo D - 5M 5M 25150 10312 10 52.3-53.3 140 1499 101 - 184 - 106 12.7 1565 1420 E e SE (5-seat) - 5M 1A 31610 12960 tba (174) 0 - - 136 - 192 84 11.7 tba 0 E e SE (7-seat) - 5M 1A 32110 13165 tba (174) 0 - - 136 - 192 84 11.7 tba 0 D XL SE (5-seat) 1.5 Turbo D - 5M 5M 25550 10476 10 53.3 138 1499 101 - 184 - 107 12.9 1562 1250 D XL SE (7-seat) 1.5 Turbo D - 5M 5M 26250 10763 10 52.3-53.3 140 1499 101 - 184 - 106 13.0 1614 1100 E e XL SE (7-seat) - 5M 1A 35710 14641 tba (174) 0 - - 136 - 192 84 11.7 tba 0

VOLKSWAGEN UK dealers: 181 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: Variable schedule (up! 10,000 miles)

UP!

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Cute city car sits towards the top of the class. Features upmarket trappings and is a delight to drive.

P 1.0 - 3H 5M 13060 4963 2 54.3-55.4 116 999 64 - 67 P 1.0 - 5H 5M 13460 5249 2 54.3 117 999 64 - 67 P White Edition 1.0 - 5H 5M 13725 5490 3 54.3 118 999 64 - 67 P Black Edition 1.0 - 5H 5M 13725 5490 3 54.3 118 999 64 - 67 P beats 1.0 - 5H 5M 14120 5789 2 54.3 117 999 64 - 67 P R-Line 1.0 - 5H 5M 14900 5960 3 54.3 118 999 64 - 67 P GTI 1.0 TSI 385 3H 6M 16540 6616 17 51.4 124 999 114 - 148 P GTI 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 16940 6776 17 51.4 125 999 114 - 148 E e-up!

- 5H 1A 21055 10528 10 (159) 0 - - 82 -

POLO

156

101 15.6 101 15.6 101 15.6 101 15.6 101 15.6 101 15.6 122 8.8 122 8.8 81 11.9

991 991 991 991 991 991 1067 1067 1235

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Even larger than the original Mk1 Golf, the latest Polo is extremely spacious and decently equipped.

P Match 1.0 Evo - 5H 5M 17550 8600 1 47.9-51.4 125 999 79 - 69 P Match 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 18395 9014 8 49.6-53.3 120 999 94 - 129 P beats 1.0 Evo - 5H 5M 18305 8969 1 47.9-51.4 125 999 79 - 69 P beats 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 19150 9192 8 49.6-53.3 121 999 94 - 129 P Active 1.0 Evo - 5H 5M 18250 8943 1 47.9-51.4 125 999 79 - 69 P Active 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 19095 9166 8 49.6-53.3 121 999 94 - 129 P SEL 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 19150 9384 8 49.6-53.3 120 999 94 - 129 P SEL 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 20250 9923 11 49.6-54.3 118 999 109 - 148 P R-Line 1.0 TSI - 5H 5M 19980 9790 8 49.6-52.3 122 999 94 - 129 P R-Line 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 21080 10329 12 49.6-53.3 119 999 109 - 148

NEW GOLF

-

106 15.4 116 10.8 106 15.4 116 10.8 106 15.4 116 10.8 116 10.8 121 9.9 116 10.8 121 9.9

1130 1163 1130 1163 1130 1163 1163 1181 1163 1181

800 1000 800 1000 800 1000 1000 1100 1000 1100

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The standard bearer has been totally refreshed with new twin dosing diesel engines and a lengthy list of equipment.

P Life 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 23510 12225 14 48.7-52.3 123 999 109 - 148 - 126 10.2 1264 1300 P Life 1.0 eTSI MH - 5H 7A 25400 13208 15 50.4-54.3 117 999 109 - 148 - 126 10.2 1302 1300 P Life 1.5 TSI - 5H 6M 24110 12537 17 49.6-52.3 122 1498 129 - 148 - 133 tba 1306 1400 P Life 1.5 eTSI MH - 5H 7A 26000 13520 17 48.7-51.4 124 1498 129 - 148 - 132 9.4 1347 1400 D Life 2.0 TDI 402 5H 6M 25110 12304 17 58.9-62.8 117 1968 114 - 221 - 126 tba 1384 1500 D Life 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 26610 13039 17 58.9-62.8 117 1968 114 - 184 - 126 10.4 1396 1500 P Active 1.0 TSI - 5H 6M 24010 12485 14 48.7-52.3 123 999 109 - 148 - 126 10.2 1264 1300 P Active 1.0 eTSI MH - 5H 7A 25900 13468 15 50.4-54.3 118 999 109 - 148 - 126 10.2 1302 1300 P Active 1.5 TSI - 5H 6M 24610 12797 17 49.6-52.3 122 1498 129 - 148 - 133 tba 1306 1400 P Active 1.5 eTSI MH - 5H 7A 26500 13780 17 48.7-51.4 124 1498 129 - 148 - 132 9.4 1347 1400 D Active 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 25610 12549 17 58.9-62.8 117 1968 114 - 221 - 126 tba 1384 1500 D Active 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 27110 13284 17 58.9-62.8 117 1968 114 - 184 - 126 10.4 1396 1500 P Style 1.5 TSI - 5H 6M 25700 12850 18 49.6-51.4 124 1498 129 - 148 - 133 tba 1306 1400 PE Style 1.4 TSI e-Hybrid - 5H 6A 33145 16573 24 256.8 21 1395 148 107 184 243 tba tba tba tba D Style 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 26700 13083 18 58.9-61.4 120 1968 114 - 221 - 126 tba 1384 1500 D Style 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 28200 13818 18 58.9-61.4 119 1968 114 - 184 - 126 10.4 1396 1500 D Style 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 27900 13671 22 58.9-62.8 119 1968 148 - 251 - 139 8.8 1428 1600 D Style 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 29400 14406 22 58.9-61.4 121 1968 148 - 266 - 139 tba 1459 1600 P R-Line 1.5 TSI - 5H 6M 26370 13976 18 49.6-51.4 124 1498 129 - 148 - 133 tba 1306 1400 D R-Line 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 28570 13999 23 58.9-62.8 118 1968 148 - 251 - 139 8.8 1428 1600 D R-Line 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 30070 14434 23 57.6-61.4 121 1968 148 - 266 - 139 tba 1459 1600 D GTD 2.0 TDI 411 5H 7A 32995 15838 27 52.3-54.3 136 1968 197 - 295 - 152 7.1 1465 1600 PE GTE 1.4 TSI PHEV 410 5H 6A 36160 17357 27 235.4 25 1395 148 107 184 243 140 6.7 1624 1500 P Life 1.0 TSI - 5E 6M 24730 12860 14 47.9-51.4 124 999 109 - 148 - 126 10.5 1317 1300 P Life 1.0 eTSI MH - 5E 7A 26620 13842 15 49.6-54.3 119 999 109 - 148 - 126 10.6 1365 1300 P Life 1.5 TSI - 5E 6M 25330 13172 17 47.9-52.3 123 1498 129 - 148 - 133 9.4 1361 1400 P Life 1.5 eTSI MH - 5E 7A 27220 14154 17 47.1-49.6 125 1498 129 - 148 - tba tba tba tba D Life 2.0 TDI - 5E 6M 26330 12902 16 58.9-62.8 119 1968 114 - 221 - 126 10.5 1447 1500 D Life 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 27830 13637 16 58.9-62.8 119 1968 114 - 184 - 126 10.7 1459 1500 D Style 2.0 TDI - 5E 6M 27920 13681 17 57.6-61.4 122 1968 114 - 221 - 126 10.5 1447 1500 D Style 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 29420 14416 17 58.9-61.4 121 1968 114 - 184 - 126 10.7 1459 1500 D Style 2.0 TDI - 5E 6M 29120 14269 21 58.9-61.4 120 1968 148 - 251 - 139 9.1 1489 1600 D Style 2.0 TDI 412 5E 7A 30620 15004 21 57.6-60.1 123 1968 148 - 266 - 139 8.9 1520 1600 D R-Line 2.0 TDI - 5E 6M 29790 14597 21 58.9-61.4 123 1968 148 - 251 - 139 9.1 1489 1600 D R-Line 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 31290 15332 21 57.6-60.1 123 1968 148 - 266 - 139 8.9 1520 1600 D Alltrack 2.0 TDI 4MOTION - 5E 7A 35715 17500 26 48.7-50.4 147 1968 197 - 295 - 143 7.1 1616 2000

ID.3

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The first in Volkswagen’s ID family. It’s roomy and easy to drive, but lacks the character of other VW products.

E LIfe Pure Performance - 5H 1A 27120 11933 tba (216) 0 - - 148 - tba 100 E Life Pro - 5H 1A 28420 12505 22 (264) 0 - - 143 - tba 100 E Life Pro Performance 408 5H 1A 29740 13086 27 (264) 0 - - 201 - 229 100 E Style Pure Performance - 5H 1A 31220 13737 tba (214) 0 - - 148 - tba 100 E Family Pro - 5H 1A 31140 13702 24 (262) 0 - - 143 - tba 100 E Family Pro Performance - 5H 1A 32460 14282 29 (262) 0 - - 201 - 229 100 E Max Pro Performance - 5H 1A 37730 16601 30 (258) 0 - - 201 - 229 100 E Tour Pro S - 5H 1A 38800 17072 30 (340) 0 - - 201 - 229 100

ID.4

8.9 9.6 7.3 8.9 9.6 7.3 7.3 7.9

1772 1805 1805 1772 1805 1805 1805 1934

0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The first all-electric SUV in VW’s history, built on the group’s MEB platform. It’s roomy, goes well, and well kitted out.

E Life Pure - 5H 1A 32150 14146 22 (213) 0 - - 146 - tba 99 10.9 tba E Life Pure Performance - 5H 1A 36030 15853 25 (213) 0 - - 168 - tba 99 9.0 tba E Life Pro Performance - 5H 1A 41570 18291 29 (322) 0 - - 201 - 229 99 8.5 2124 E Style Pure - 5H 1A 38150 16786 23 (211) 0 - - 146 - tba 99 10.9 tba E Style Pure Performance - 5H 1A 39530 17393 26 (211) 0 - - 168 - tba 99 9.0 tba E Family Pro Performance - 5H 1A 45520 20029 30 (317) 0 - - 201 - 229 99 8.5 2124 E Max Pro Performance - 5H 1A 49990 21996 31 (316) 0 - - 201 - 229 99 8.5 2124 E GTX - 5H 1A 48510 21344 tba (301) 0 - - 295 - tba 112 6.2 tba E GTX Max - 5H 1A 55540 24438 tba (291) 0 - - 295 - tba 112 6.2 tba

PASSAT

tba tba 1000 tba tba 1000 1000 tba tba

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

The mildest of facelifts masks a significant uplift in technology. Besides, the Passat was already damn good already.

D SE Nav 2.0 TDI EVO - 4S 7A 30400 11248 16 54.3-60.1 124 1968 120 - 184 - 127 11.0 1527 1500 D SE Nav 2.0 TDI EVO - 4S 6M 30100 11137 22 55.4-60.1 123 1968 148 - 251 - 139 8.9 1531 2000 D SE Nav 2.0 TDI EVO - 4S 7A 31700 11729 22 55.4-60.1 123 1968 148 - 266 - 137 8.9 1562 2000

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Towing weight (kg)

115 114 115 114 115 114 115 114 115 114 115 114

53.3-54.3 56.5-57.7 53.3-54.3 56.5-57.7 53.3-54.3 192.0 192.0 192.0 204.0 204.0 204.0

0-62mph

MOKKA

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15 15 15 17 17 23 23 24 30 29 30

Kerb weight (kg)

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Updated with latest design language, featuring efficient engines in a family-friendly compact package.

D SE 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 21815 7417 15 60.1-61.4 120 1499 109 - 184 D SE 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6A 23895 7885 15 55.4-57.7 130 1499 118 - 184 D Griffin 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 19815 6737 tba 60.1-61.4 123 1499 109 - 184 D Griffin 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6A 21935 7239 tba 55.4-57.7 133 1499 118 - 184 D SRi Nav 1.5 Turbo D 410 5H 6M 24165 7974 17 60.1-61.4 123 1499 109 - 184 D SRi Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6A 26285 8411 16 55.4-57.7 133 1499 118 - 184 D Elite 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 24315 8024 17 60.1-61.4 122 1499 109 - 184 D Elite 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6A 26435 8724 16 55.4-57.7 132 1499 118 - 184 D Elite Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 24865 8205 17 60.1-61.4 122 1499 109 - 184 D Elite Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6A 26985 8905 16 55.4-57.7 132 1499 118 - 184 D Ultimate Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 25990 8577 17 60.1-61.4 123 1499 109 - 184 D Ultimate Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6A 27975 9232 17 55.4-57.7 133 1499 118 - 184

PE

11236 12226 13100 12974 13848 14899 16054 19030 19818 21224 20854

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

1500 1300 1500 1300 1350 1500 1300 1350 1050 1500 1300 1350

PE

28810 30565 32750 32435 34620 32390 34900 41370 35390 37900 44370

CO2g/km

1505 1536 1505 1536 1582 1505 1536 1582 1613 1505 1536 1582

PE

8A 6M 8A 6M 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A 8A

Engine cc

NEW CROSSLAND

10.7 11.5 10.7 11.5 8.2 10.7 11.5 8.2 8.4 10.7 11.5 8.2

PE

5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H 5H

Combined mpg (Range)

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Updated with new engines and minor alterations. It’s more expensive, too, but has a longer list of equipment.

D SE Nav 1.5 Turbo D 411 5H 6M 24330 10949 17 51.4-61.4 121 1496 121 - 221 - 127 D SE Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 8A 26030 11714 16 49.6-56.5 130 1496 121 - 210 - 124 D SRi Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 25830 11107 17 51.4-61.4 121 1496 121 - 221 - 127 D SRi Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 8A 27530 11838 17 49.6-56.5 130 1496 121 - 210 - 124 D SRi Nav 2.0 Turbo D - 5H 6M 28430 12225 23 51.4-61.4 121 1995 172 - 281 - 142 D SRi VX-Line Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 29255 13165 19 51.4-61.4 121 1496 121 - 221 - 127 D SRi VX-Line Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 8A 30955 13930 18 49.6-56.5 130 1496 121 - 210 - 124 D SRi VX-Line Nav 2.0 Turbo D - 5H 6M 31855 14335 25 51.4-61.4 121 1995 172 - 281 - 142 D SRi VX-Line Nav 2.0 Turbo D - 5H 8A 35395 15928 25 49.6-56.5 131 1995 172 - 281 - 140 D Ultimate Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 29410 12646 19 51.4-61.4 121 1496 121 - 221 - 127 D Ultimate Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 8A 31110 13377 18 49.6-56.5 130 1496 121 - 210 - 124 D Ultimate Nav 2.0 Turbo D - 5H 6M 32010 13764 25 51.4-61.4 121 1995 172 - 281 - 142

PE

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Ins. Group

NEW INSIGNIA

1220 1350 1300 1450 1350 1220 1350 1300 1450 1350 1220 1450 1350 1350 1450 1350 1250 1450 1250 1450 1250 1250

PE

Griffin Edition 1.5 Turbo D Elite Nav 1.5 Turbo D Elite Nav 1.5 Turbo D Ultimate 1.5 Turbo D Ultimate 1.5 Turbo D Business Edition Nav 1.6 Hybrid Business Edition Nav Premium 1.6 Hybrid Elite Nav 1.6 Hybrid Business Edition Nav 1.6 Hybrid4 AWD Bus Ed Nav Premium 1.6 Hybrid4 AWD Elite Nav 1.6 Hybrid4 AWD

Trade-in value

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

While the looks are largely the same, the powertrains have been overhauled, but not with French engines.

Business Edition Nav 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 20235 6880 16 47.1-54.3 119 1199 109 - 144 - 124 10.2 1280 Business Edition Nav 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 21035 7362 19 47.1-54.3 119 1199 129 - 166 - 134 9.9 1280 Business Edition Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 21435 7074 16 60.1-65.7 113 1496 103 - 192 - 124 10.2 1371 Business Edition Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 22115 7298 20 57.7-64.2 115 1496 121 - 221 - 130 9.7 1371 Business Edition Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 9A 23955 7905 20 50.4-56.5 133 1496 121 - 210 - 127 10.2 1395 SRi Nav 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 22290 7133 14 47.1-54.3 119 1199 109 - 144 - 124 10.2 1280 SRi Nav 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 23690 7818 17 47.1-54.3 119 1199 143 - 166 - 137 9.7 1280 SRi Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 23490 7282 14 60.1-65.7 114 1496 103 - 192 - 124 10.2 1371 SRi Nav 1.5 Turbo D LT 5H 6M 24170 7493 17 57.7-64.2 115 1496 121 - 221 - 130 9.7 1371 SRi Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 9A 26010 8063 17 50.4-56.5 133 1496 121 - 210 - 127 10.2 1395 Griffin Edition 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 19740 6317 15 47.1-54.3 119 1199 109 - 144 - 124 10.2 1280 Griffin Edition 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 20220 6268 16 57.7-64.2 115 1496 121 - 221 - 130 9.7 1371 Griffin Edition 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 9A 22060 6839 15 50.4-56.5 133 1496 121 - 210 - 127 10.2 1395 Elite Nav Premium 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 26445 9256 16 47.1-54.3 119 1199 143 - 166 - 137 9.7 1280 Elite Nav Premium 1.5 Turbo D 396 5H 6M 26925 8885 18 57.7-64.2 115 1496 121 - 221 - 130 9.7 1371 Elite Nav Premium 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 9A 28765 9492 16 50.4-56.5 133 1496 121 - 210 - 127 10.2 1395 ST Business Edition Nav 1.2 Turbo - 5E 6M 22485 7645 16 50.4-53.3 119 1199 129 - 166 - 134 9.9 1355 ST Business Edition Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5E 6M 23565 7541 16 60.1-64.2 116 1496 121 - 221 - 130 9.9 1395 ST SRi Nav 1.2 Turbo - 5E 6M 25140 8045 16 50.4-54.3 119 1199 143 - 166 - 137 9.7 1355 ST SRi Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5E 6M 25620 7942 16 60.1-64.2 116 1496 121 - 221 - 130 9.9 1395 ST SRi Nav 1.5 Turbo D - 5E 9A 27460 8513 17 50.4-55.4 133 1496 121 - 210 - 127 10.4 1465 ST Griffin Edition 1.2 Turbo - 5E 6M 21190 6781 15 50.4-54.3 119 1199 143 - 166 - 137 9.7 1355

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List price£

500 1200 1200 1200 0 500 1200 1200 1200 0 1200 1200 1200 1200 1200 1200 0 500 1200 1200 1200 1200 1200 1200 0 1200 1200

Issue tested

ASTRA

1055 1165 1233 1165 1530 1055 1165 1233 1165 1530 1165 1233 1165 1165 1233 1165 1530 1055 1165 1233 1165 1165 1233 1165 1530 1165 1233

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

P P D D D P P D D D P D D P D D P D P D D P

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 7/10

Power Source

LO N G TERM TEST

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Engine cc

CO2g/km

Combined mpg (Range)

Trade-in value

Ins. Group

List price£

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Issue tested

Power Source

NEW CORSA

The first all-new Vauxhall since being bought by the French. It shares its architecture with the Peugeot 208.

P SE 1.2 - 5H 5M 17015 7657 10 47.8-53.3 118 1199 74 - 87 - 108 12.4 P SE 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 17915 8062 16 47.9-52.3 117 1199 99 - 151 - 121 9.3 P SE 1.2 Turbo - 5H 8A 19645 8840 16 45.7-48.7 121 1199 99 - 151 - 119 10.2 D SE 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 19005 7792 20 62.8-70.6 105 1499 101 - 184 - 117 9.6 E e SE Nav Premium - 5H 1A 27140 10042 24 (209) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 7.6 P Griffin 1.2 - 5H 5M 17265 7597 12 47.8-53.3 121 1199 74 - 87 - 108 12.4 P Griffin 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 18165 7993 18 47.9-52.3 120 1199 99 - 151 - 121 9.3 P Griffin 1.2 Turbo - 5H 8A 19895 8754 16 45.7-48.7 123 1199 99 - 151 - 119 10.2 D Griffin 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 19255 7895 19 62.8-70.6 107 1499 101 - 184 - 117 9.6 E e Griffin - 5H 1A 26390 9764 24 (209) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 7.6 P SRi 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 20265 8714 17 47.9-52.3 119 1199 99 - 151 - 121 9.3 P SRi 1.2 Turbo - 5H 8A 22965 9875 22 47.1-50.4 123 1199 129 - 169 - 129 8.2 D SRi 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 21355 8542 18 62.8-70.6 107 1499 101 - 184 - 117 9.6 P SRi Premium 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 21230 8917 17 47.9-52.3 120 1199 99 - 151 - 121 9.3 P SRi Premium 1.2 Turbo - 5H 8A 23930 10051 22 47.1-50.4 123 1199 129 - 169 - 129 8.2 D SRi Premium 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 22320 8928 18 62.8-70.6 107 1499 101 - 184 - 117 9.6 E e SRi Nav Premium - 5H 1A 28390 10504 24 (209) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 7.6 P Elite Edition 1.2 - 5H 5M 18930 8519 12 47.8-53.3 121 1199 74 - 87 - 108 12.4 P Elite Edition 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 19830 8924 18 47.9-52.3 120 1199 99 - 151 - 121 9.3 P Elite Edition 1.2 Turbo - 5H 8A 21560 9702 15 45.7-48.7 123 1199 99 - 151 - 119 10.2 D Elite Edition 1.5 Turbo D - 5H 6M 20920 8786 19 62.8-70.6 107 1499 101 - 184 - 117 9.6 P Elite Nav Premium 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 22050 9482 17 47.9-52.3 120 1199 99 - 151 - 121 9.3 P Elite Nav Premium 1.2 Turbo - 5H 8A 23780 10225 17 45.7-48.7 123 1199 99 - 151 - 119 10.2 D Elite Nav Premium 1.5 Turbo D 398 5H 6M 23140 9256 18 62.8-70.6 107 1499 101 - 184 - 117 9.6 E e Elite Nav Premium 402 5H 1A 30745 11683 25 (209) 0 - - 134 - 192 93 7.6 P Ultimate Nav 1.2 Turbo - 5H 6M 25700 10537 17 47.9-52.3 119 1199 99 - 151 - 121 9.3 P Ultimate Nav 1.2 Turbo - 5H 8A 28540 11701 23 47.1-50.4 123 1199 129 - 169 - 129 8.2

NEW ARTEON

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Elegant update to VW’s upmarket fastback, now with added versatility courtesy of new Shooting Brake.

Elegance 1.4 TSI eHybrid - 5H 6A 40660 19923 28 256.8 26 1395 tba 114 tba D Elegance 2.0 TDI - 5H 6M 36655 17961 22 54.3-58.9 125 1968 148 - 251 D Elegance 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 38195 18716 23 54.3-58.9 126 1968 148 - 266 D Elegance 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 40255 19725 27 50.4-54.3 136 1968 197 - 295 PE R-Line 1.4 TSI eHybrid - 5H 6A 41500 20335 28 217.3 30 1395 tba 114 tba D R-Line 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 39075 19147 23 54.3-55.4 133 1968 148 - 266 D R-Line 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 41095 20137 28 50.4-51.4 144 1968 197 - 295 D R-Line 2.0 TDI 4MOTION - 5H 7A 42810 20977 29 46.3-47.1 158 1968 197 - 295 PE Shooting Brake Elegance 1.4 TSI eHybrid - 5E 6A 41480 20325 28 256.8 26 1395 tba 114 tba D Shooting Brake Elegance 2.0 TDI - 5E 6M 37475 18363 22 53.3-57.6 128 1968 148 - 251 D Shooting Brake Elegance 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 39015 19117 23 53.3-58.9 127 1968 148 - 266 D Shooting Brake Elegance 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 41075 20127 27 49.6-53.3 138 1968 197 - 295 PE Shooting Brake R-Line 1.4 TSI eHybrid - 5E 6A 42320 20737 28 201.8 32 1395 tba 114 tba D Shooting Brake R-Line 2.0 TDI - 5E 7A 39895 19549 23 53.3-55.4 135 1968 148 - 266 D Shooting Brake R-Line 2.0 TDI 413 5E 7A 41915 20538 28 49.6-50.4 146 1968 197 - 295 D Shooting Brake R-Line 2.0 TDI 4MOTION - 5E 7A 43630 21379 29 45.6-46.3 160 1968 197 - 295 PE

TOURAN

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138 138 137 147 138 137 147 145 138 tba tba tba 138 tba tba tba

7.8 9.5 9.5 7.9 7.8 9.5 7.9 7.4 7.8 9.5 9.5 7.9 7.8 9.5 9.5 7.9

tba 1625 1650 1648 tba 1650 1648 1724 tba tba tba tba tba tba tba tba

tba 2000 2000 2000 tba 2000 2000 2200 tba tba tba tba tba tba tba tba

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Based on the latest MQB platform, it’s more dynamically rewarding than before. It’s also more expensive, too.

D SE 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 32720 13742 20 50.4-53.3 140 1968 148 - 266 - 128 D SE Family 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 33920 14586 20 50.4-52.3 141 1968 148 - 266 - 128 D SEL 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 34380 14783 20 49.6-53.3 138 1968 148 - 266 - 128 D R-Line 2.0 TDI - 5H 7A 36180 15196 19 49.6-50.4 145 1968 148 - 266 - 128

T-ROC

D D

CAR OF THE YEAR 2 0 1 8

1676 1676 1676 1676

1800 1800 1800 1800

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

1414 1423 1453 1414 1423 1453 1414 1423 1453 1423 1453 1423 1453

1500 1600 1600 1500 1600 1600 1500 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600 1600

PE PE PE PE PE PE

E E E

TOUAREG

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125 124 125 124 124 123 134 124 123 134

9.4 9.4 9.4 9.4 9.4 9.3 7.5 9.4 9.3 7.5

1617 1640 1617 1640 1640 1715 1715 1640 1715 1715

138 147 138 147 138 147 138 147 138 147 155

7.6 tba 7.6 tba 7.6 tba 7.6 tba 7.6 tba 5.1

8A 8A 8A 8A

33 44.8-49.5 149 42104.6-134.5 47 34 44.8-49.5 149 39 41.5-44.8 164

1969 194 1969 249 1969 194 1969 232

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XC40

310 258 310 354

177 -

112 112 112 112

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

8.5 5.9 8.5 7.5

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Engine cc

20693 27832 21042 23219

CO2g/km

45985 56800 46760 52770

1824 1800 2030 2100 1824 1800 1912 2400

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

NEW XC60

1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1800 1500 1500 1500

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

It’s one of Volvo’s best-sellers and better than ever before. Mildly updated, but restricted diesel engine choice now.

Momentum B4 AWD MH - 5H 8A 42970 18047 tba 39.2-44.8 166 1969 194 - 310 - 112 8.3 1899 2400 PE Inscription Expression Recharge T6 AWD - 5H 8A 51590 23216 tba100.9-113.0 55 1969 249 86 258 177 112 5.9 2099 2100 PE R-Design Recharge T6 AWD - 5H 8A 53490 23536 tba100.9-113.0 55 1969 249 86 258 177 112 5.9 2099 2100 D R-Design B4 AWD MH - 5H 8A 45295 19477 tba 39.2-44.8 167 1969 194 - 310 - 112 8.3 1899 2400 PE R-Design Pro Recharge T8 AWD - 5H 8A 58915 26512 tba100.9-113.0 58 1969 299 86 295 177 112 5.5 2099 2100 D R-Design Pro B4 AWD MH - 5H 8A 50635 20760 tba 39.2-44.8 173 1969 194 - 310 - 112 8.3 1899 2400 PE Polestar Engineered Recharge T8 AWD - 5H 8A 64390 28332 tba 85.6 73 1969 312 86 317 177 112 5.4 2155 2100 PE Inscription Recharge T6 AWD - 5H 8A 55465 24959 tba100.9-113.0 56 1969 249 86 258 177 112 5.9 2099 2100 D Inscription B4 AWD MH - 5H 8A 47270 19853 tba 39.2-44.8 168 1969 194 - 310 - 112 8.3 1899 2400 PE Inscription Pro Recharge T8 AWD - 5H 8A 60115 26451 tba100.9-113.0 55 1969 299 86 295 177 112 5.5 2099 2100 D Inscription Pro B4 AWD MH - 5H 8A 51495 21113 tba 39.2-44.8 168 1969 194 - 310 - 112 8.3 1899 2400 LO N G TERM TEST

XC90

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

It’s the most luxurious Volvo ever, with a beautiful interior and smooth, powerful engines. The XC90 is a winner!

Momentum B5 AWD MH - 5H 8A 56235 25306 41 37.1-41.5 180 1969 232 - 354 - 112 7.6 2101 2700 Inscription Expression Recharge T8 AWD - 5H 8A 65540 33425 tba 83.1-100.9 61 1969 299 86 295 177 112 5.8 2250 2400 R-Design Recharge T8 AWD - 5H 8A 68490 34930 44 83.1-100.9 63 1969 299 86 295 177 112 5.8 2250 2400 R-Design B5 AWD MH 395 5H 8A 59685 27455 41 37.1-41.5 184 1969 232 - 354 - 112 7.6 2101 2700 R-Design Pro Recharge T8 AWD - 5H 8A 74040 36280 45 83.1-100.9 68 1969 299 86 295 177 112 5.8 2250 2400 R-Design Pro B5 AWD MH - 5H 8A 65235 28703 42 37.1-41.5 190 1969 232 - 354 - 112 7.6 2101 2700 Inscription Recharge T8 AWD LT 5H 8A 69715 35555 44 83.1-100.9 63 1969 299 86 295 177 112 5.8 2250 2400 Inscription B5 AWD MH - 5H 8A 60910 28019 41 37.1-41.5 184 1969 232 - 354 - 112 7.6 2101 2700 Inscription Pro Recharge T8 AWD - 5H 8A 75190 36843 45 83.1-100.9 67 1969 299 86 295 177 112 5.8 2250 2400 Inscription Pro B5 AWD MH - 5H 8A 66385 29873 42 37.1-41.5 188 1969 232 - 354 - 112 7.6 2101 2700

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The A-TO-Z of everything

2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 2500 2500 2000 2500 2500

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Brought bang up-to-date with a technology overhaul, more efficient powerplants and even more space.

D SE 3.0 V6 TDI 4MOTION - 5H 8A 46930 22526 37 33.2-34.9 212 2967 228 - 369 D SE 3.0 V6 TDI 4MOTION - 5H 8A 49570 23794 40 33.2-34.9 211 2967 282 - 443 D SEL 3.0 V6 TDI 4MOTION 388 5H 8A 51160 24045 37 32.8-34.9 213 2967 228 - 369 D SEL 3.0 V6 TDI 4MOTION - 5H 8A 53800 25286 40 32.8-34.9 213 2967 282 - 443 D R-Line 3.0 V6 TDI 4MOTION - 5H 8A 54760 26832 38 32.1-34.4 215 2967 228 - 369 D R-Line 3.0 V6 TDI 4MOTION - 5H 8A 57390 28121 41 32.5-34.4 214 2967 282 - 443 D R-Line Tech 3.0 V6 TDI 4MOTION - 5H 8A 57920 27802 39 32.1-34.4 215 2967 228 - 369 D R-Line Tech 3.0 V6 TDI 4MOTION 382 5H 8A 60550 29064 41 32.5-34.4 215 2967 282 - 443 D Black Edition 3.0 V6 TDI 4MOTION - 5H 8A 60460 29625 41 32.1-34.0 218 2967 228 - 369 D Black Edition 3.0 V6 TDI 4MOTION - 5H 8A 63090 30283 43 32.5-34.0 217 2967 282 - 443 PE R 3.0 V6 TSI eHybrid 4MOTION - 5H 8A 72145 34630 48 94.2-97.4 66 2995 335 134 332 tba

5E 5E 5E 5E

D

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 9/10

Tiguan gets the new corporate look, updated diesel engines and a whole host of additional technology.

D Life 2.0 TDI 2WD - 5H 6M 30805 13554 19 50.4-54.3 136 1968 148 - 251 D Life 2.0 TDI 2WD - 5H 7A 32405 14258 20 47.1-50.4 145 1968 148 - 266 D Active 2.0 TDI 2WD - 5H 6M 31305 13774 19 50.4-55.4 134 1968 148 - 251 D Active 2.0 TDI 2WD - 5H 7A 32905 14478 20 47.1-52.3 142 1968 148 - 266 D Elegance 2.0 TDI 2WD - 5H 7A 35665 15336 21 47.1-47.9 154 1968 148 - 251 D Elegance 2.0 TDI 4MOTION 409 5H 7A 37635 16183 22 42.2-42.8 172 1968 148 - 266 D Elegance 2.0 TDI 4MOTION - 5H 7A 39515 16991 28 41.5-42.2 175 1968 197 - 295 D R-Line 2.0 TDI 2WD - 5H 7A 35640 15682 22 47.9-49.6 150 1968 148 - 251 D R-Line 2.0 TDI 4MOTION - 5H 7A 37605 16546 22 42.8-44.1 167 1968 148 - 266 D R-Line 2.0 TDI 4MOTION - 5H 7A 39825 17523 28 42.2-43.5 171 1968 197 - 295

LO N G TERM TEST

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Volvo enters the medium SUV market and kicks off the renewal of the ‘40’ series of models.

- 5H 7A 37345 22780 28 117.7-134.5 47 1477 127 81 181 118 112 8.5 1741 Inscription Expression Recharge T4 - 5H 7A 39445 24061 32 117.7-134.5 47 1477 127 81 181 118 112 8.5 1741 R-Design Recharge T4 - 5H 7A 41445 25281 32 117.7-134.5 47 1477 177 81 195 118 112 7.3 1741 R-Design Recharge T5 LT 5H 7A 43095 26719 32 117.7-134.5 49 1477 177 81 195 118 112 7.3 1741 R-Design Pro Recharge T5 - 5H 7A 39795 24673 32 117.7-134.5 48 1477 127 81 181 118 112 8.5 1741 Inscription Recharge T4 - 5H 7A 41795 25913 32 117.7-134.5 48 1477 177 81 195 118 112 7.3 1741 Inscription Recharge T5 - 5H 7A 43095 26288 32 117.7-134.5 49 1477 177 81 195 118 112 7.3 1741 Inscription Pro Recharge T5 - 5H 7A 49950 30470 tba(256.0-259.1)0 - - 402 - 487 112 4.9 2113 Recharge Twin - 5H 7A 52950 32300 tba(256.0-259.1)0 - - 402 - 487 112 4.9 2113 Recharge Twin Plus - 5H 7A 56700 34587 tba(256.0-259.1)0 - - 402 - 487 112 4.9 2113 Recharge Twin Pro

PE

D

9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3

VW joined the medium SUV party quite late, with the quirkily named T-Roc. Decent to drive and spacious, it’s a hit!

D Active 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 6M 26690 12544 15 55.4-60.1 123 1968 114 - 221 - 116 10.4 D Active 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 6M 28330 13032 19 55.4-58.9 126 1968 148 - 251 - 127 8.8 D Active 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 7A 29830 13722 19 53.3-56.5 128 1968 148 - 251 - 127 8.8 D Black Edition 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 6M 26790 12591 16 55.4-57.6 130 1968 114 - 221 - 116 10.4 D Black Edition 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 6M 28470 13096 20 54.4-56.5 131 1968 148 - 251 - 127 8.8 D Black Edition 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 7A 29970 13786 20 53.3-55.4 135 1968 148 - 251 - 127 8.8 D Design 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 6M 27100 13008 14 55.4-60.1 126 1968 114 - 221 - 116 10.4 D Design 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 6M 28740 13508 18 55.4-58.9 126 1968 148 - 251 - 127 8.8 D Design 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 7A 30240 14213 19 53.3-57.6 128 1968 148 - 251 - 127 8.8 D SEL 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 6M 30280 14534 20 54.3-56.5 131 1968 148 - 251 - 127 8.8 D SEL 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 7A 31780 15254 21 53.3-55.4 135 1968 148 - 251 - 127 8.8 D R-Line 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 6M 31880 15302 20 55.4-56.5 131 1968 148 - 251 - 127 8.8 D R-Line 2.0 TDI EVO - 5H 7A 33435 16049 21 53.3-55.4 134 1968 148 - 251 - 127 8.8

NEW TIGUAN

R-Design B4 MH Inscription Recharge T6 AWD Inscription B4 MH Cross Country B5 AWD MH

D PE

Combined mpg (Range)

1500 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 1600 1600 1500 2000 2000 1500 2000 2000 2000 2000 2000 1600 1600

Ins. Group

1527 1531 1562 1531 1562 1554 1729 1729 1567 1568 1599 1567 1568 1599 1568 1599 1586 1759 1759

Power Source

11.0 8.9 8.9 8.9 8.9 7.4 7.6 7.6 11.2 9.1 9.1 11.2 9.1 9.1 9.1 9.1 7.6 7.6 7.6

Trade-in value

127 139 137 139 137 147 138 138 123 132 130 123 132 130 132 130 145 138 138

List price£

tba tba tba tba

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

184 251 266 251 266 295 184 184 184 251 266 184 251 266 251 266 295 184 184

Issue tested

113 113 113 113

Towing weight (kg)

1968 120 1968 148 1968 148 1968 148 1968 148 1968 197 1395 154 1395 154 1968 120 1968 148 1968 148 1968 120 1968 148 1968 148 1968 148 1968 148 1968 197 1395 154 1395 154

0-62mph

124 124 123 126 126 137 24 26 127 127 127 128 128 127 131 131 142 26 28

Kerb weight (kg)

16 54.3-60.1 22 55.4-60.1 22 55.4-60.1 22 55.4-58.9 22 55.4-58.9 26 51.4-54.3 26 282.5 28 256.8 16 53.3-57.6 22 53.3-57.6 22 53.3-57.6 16 53.3-57.6 22 53.3-57.6 22 53.3-57.6 22 53.3-56.5 22 53.3-56.5 26 48.7-52.3 26 256.8 28 235.4

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

Combined mpg (Range)

11793 11679 12287 12098 12674 13228 17670 18531 12092 11981 12573 12660 12546 13154 13292 13884 14439 18607 19449

Ins. Group

31035 30735 32335 33605 35205 36745 37595 40285 32680 32380 33980 33315 33015 34615 35925 37525 39025 39590 42280

Engine cc

PE

7A 6M 7A 6M 7A 7A 6A 6A 7A 6M 7A 7A 6M 7A 6M 7A 7A 6A 6A

CO2g/km

PE

4S 4S 4S 4S 4S 4S 4S 4S 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E

Trade-in value

D D D D D D D D D

395 -

List price£

PE

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

PE

SEL 2.0 TDI EVO SEL 2.0 TDI EVO SEL 2.0 TDI EVO R-Line 2.0 TDI EVO R-Line 2.0 TDI EVO R-Line 2.0 TDI EVO GTE 1.4 TSI PHEV GTE Advance 1.4 TSI PHEV SE Nav 2.0 TDI EVO SE Nav 2.0 TDI EVO SE Nav 2.0 TDI EVO SEL 2.0 TDI EVO SEL 2.0 TDI EVO SEL 2.0 TDI EVO R-Line 2.0 TDI EVO R-Line 2.0 TDI EVO R-Line 2.0 TDI EVO GTE 1.4 TSI PHEV GTE Advance 1.4 TSI PHEV

Issue tested

Power Source D D D D D D

2092 3500 2092 3500 2092 3500 2092 3500 2092 3500 2092 3500 2092 3500 2092 3500 2092 3500 2092 3500 2465 3500

VOLVO

Cheapest electric model on 1st January 2015

Cheapest electric model on 1st January 2018

Cheapest electric model on 1st January 2021

Audi

-

-

£60,600

BMW

£30,680

£29,570

£33,025

Citroën

£21,216

£15,995

£29,180

DS Automobiles

-

-

£30,990

Fiat

-

-

£19,995

Ford

£28,580

-

£37,350

Honda

-

-

£27,160

Hyundai

-

£24,995

£29,900

Jaguar

-

-

£65,195

Jeep

-

-

£23,745

Kia

-

£25,995

£29,595

Lexus

-

-

£40,900

Mazda

-

-

£25,545

Mercedes-Benz

-

-

£65,720

MG

-

-

£24,495

MINI

-

-

£25,100

Mitsubishi

£23,499

-

-

Nissan

£21,490

£21,680

£26,845

Peugeot

£21,216

£15,995

£26,725

Polestar

-

-

£46,900

Porsche

-

-

£83,635

Renault

£18,443

£19,845

£26,995

PE PE

D D

NEW V90

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

DieselCar & EcoCar

Power Source

Towing weight (kg)

0-62mph

Kerb weight (kg)

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

CO2g/km

Engine cc

Combined mpg (Range)

Ins. Group

Trade-in value

List price£

Issue tested

120

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

Power Source

Volvo reinforces its estate car roots, and it’s a cracker. Superbly comfortable and an accomplished drive.

D Momentum B4 MH - 5E 8A 42385 18649 33 44.8-49.5 148 1969 194 - 310 - 112 8.5 1824 1800 PE R-Design Recharge T6 AWD - 5E 8A 56025 28013 41 104.6-134.5 47 1969 249 86 258 177 112 5.9 2030 2100

SEAT

-

-

£19,800

Skoda

-

-

£33,450

smart

£12,275

£16,420

£17,550

Tesla

£50,280

£64,700

£40,490

Vauxhall

-

-

£26,640

Volkswagen

£19,525

£20,780

£21,055

Volvo

-

-

£59,985

Towing weight (kg)

D

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Volvo’s renewal campaign continues, and it nails it with its latest upmarket estate. Audi and Merc should worry!

Momentum B4 MH - 5E 8A 39035 17566 31 45.5-50.4 145 1969 194 - 310 - 112 7.9 1733 2000 R-Design Recharge T6 AWD - 5E 8A 45825 20621 42134.5-156.9 42 1969 249 86 295 177 112 5.4 2005 2000 R-Design B4 MH - 5E 8A 41410 18635 31 45.5-50.4 147 1969 194 - 310 - 112 7.9 1733 2000 Polestar Engineered Recharge T8 AWD 415 5E 8A 52200 23490 43 113.0-128.4 50 1969 312 86 317 177 112 4.6 2021 2000 Inscription Recharge T6 AWD - 5E 8A 46750 21038 42134.5-156.9 41 1969 249 86 295 177 112 5.4 2005 2000 Inscription B4 MH - 5E 8A 42335 19051 31 45.5-50.4 146 1969 194 - 310 - 112 7.9 1733 2000 Cross Country B4 AWD - 5E 8A 42670 19202 32 43.4-47.0 156 1969 194 - 310 - 112 8.2 1854 2000

0-62mph

D PE

V60

Engine power bhp/rpm Electric motor power bhp Engine torque Lb ft Electric motor torque lb ft Top speed

LO N G TERM TEST

CO2g/km

Volvo’s large car updated. Plug-in only, comfort orientated S90 is a perfect antidote to the default German choice.

R-Design Recharge T8 AWD - 4S 8A 56275 24198 44 104.6-148.7 44 1969 299 86 295 177 112 5.1 2024 2100 PE Inscription Recharge T8 AWD - 4S 8A 57050 24532 44 104.6-148.7 44 1969 299 86 295 177 112 5.1 2024 2100 PE

Engine cc

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Combined mpg (Range)

NEW S90

Ins. Group

RATING ■■■■■■■■■■ 8/10

Trade-in value

S60

Sportiest Volvo for years, but Volvo shortsightedly denies buyers a diesel engine. Plug-in hybrid expensive.

PE R-Design Recharge T8 AWD 394 4S 8A 46075 20273 42134.5-166.2 40 1969 299 86 295 177 112 4.6 1978 2000 PE Polestar Engineered Recharge T8 AWD 399 4S 8A 51350 22594 43 113.0-134.5 47 1969 312 86 317 177 112 4.4 1990 2000

List price£

Shaplier and slightly less practical version of the XC40, but sold exclusively with an electric drivetrain.

E Recharge Twin - 5C tba 57400 35014 tba (261) 0 - - 402 - 487 112 4.7 tba 1800

Issue tested

RATING Coming Soon

Doors/bodystyle Gearbox

C40

Kerb weight (kg)

UK dealers: 98 Warranty: 3 years/60,000 miles Maintenance: 18,000 miles)

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ook up the definition of ‘Hall of Fame’ in a dictionary and it’ll tell you that it’s an institution honouring the achievements of individuals who have excelled in a particular activity or field. Today, we’re going to be applying that thinking to the car world and honouring cars that have stood out or have been exemplary in a particular field. And far from it being just an editorial team decision, we’d really like to hear your thoughts on cars to honour in the future. Drop us a line to editorial@dieselcar.com telling us why your nomination deserves inclusion in the DieselCar & EcoCar Hall of Fame. In time we will compile a comprehensive list of legendary cars that have earned their place in motoring history.

FORD MONDEO ST 2.2 TDCi

HOW MANY LEFT

5,515 (1,367 SORN)

2004 to 2007

What we say

Rating

153 80 90 129

0-62mph

2198 1994 1905 1896

Lb ft

161 n/a n/a 138

the suspension rarely felt unruly or crashy and torque steer was well contained.

As well as having especially potent in-gear acceleration, the ST TDCi could manage just over 46.3mpg, which was 19.1mpg more than the ST220 with its 3.0litre six-cylinder petrol engine. When new, it was considerably cheaper on company car tax than its V6 cousin, so it’s not hard to see why the ST TDCi proved popular. Like the Skoda Fabia vRS, the diesel Mondeo ST was never officially followed up, despite its success. The Mk4 Mondeo was available with an evolution of the 2.2-litre Duratorq engine, and later an even more powerful 197bhp version, but only in Mondeo models with a more luxury-focussed bent, and never a car wearing the red ST badges.

Top speed Engine cc

46.3 68.6 47.4 52.3

Engine cc

6M 5M 5M 6M

BHP

Ford Mondeo ST TDCi 4/5-door (2005) Montego Countryman 2.0D Turbo Estate Citroën ZX Volcane 1.9 Turbo D Skoda Fabia vRS 1.9 TDI PD

CO2

D D

Gearbox

D

It was no wolf in sheep’s clothing either; company-car park bragging rights were still a big deal in 2004. Instead, it was fitted with large grilles, side skirts, blistered wheel arches and touring carinspired 18-inch spoked Ronal alloy wheels from the ST220, but lacked the twin exhaust pipes that the V6 boasted. It also gained a similar suspension setup to the six-cylinder model, half leather, heated front seats and a six-disc CD autochanger.

Thanks to 225/40/R18 Continental tyres, the ST TDCi had enough traction to handle the engine’s torque, and its steering and chassis were a real highlight – as you’d expect from a Ford of that era.

Despite being firm, and with fantastic body control, excellent damping meant

Fuel economy

D

Model

Propulsion

The year 2004 was a very different time for motorists. The SUV explosion was still years in the future, and the Chancellor was offering hefty tax incentives to anyone who made the switch to diesel.

Even sporting cars like coupés and hot hatchbacks were starting to be offered with diesel propulsion instead of petrol four-cylinder and V6 engines. The Ford Mondeo ST TDCi would become one of Britain’s best-loved sporting examples and was created exclusively for the UK market.

Other European markets dismissed the opportunity to sell it, saying that a hot diesel Mondeo wouldn’t sell – how wrong could they be. At its peak, more than 10,500 examples were on UK roads, in four-door saloon, five-door hatchback and five-door estate guises.

Its 2.0-litre Duratorq common-rail turbodiesel engine was increased in capacity from 2.0- to 2.2-litres, resulting in a power increase to 153bhp. Not only that, but its chunky 295lb ft of torque on overboost easily beat the 232lb ft of its main rival, the Vauxhall Vectra SRi 2.2 DTi. The Mondeo had an 8.7-second 0-62mph acceleration time and a 137mph top speed, not only making it faster than the Vectra, but also a number of models in the BMW 3 Series line-up.

295 116 148 229

137 100 110 128

8.7 13.2 11.3 9.5

Mondeo man’s wheels got a whole lot hotter.

The engine was much more ingenious than the car it was installed in Looking identical to its petrol cousin, the Volcane leads the way in hot diesels It has to be one of the most desirable Skodas ever made

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