Car Reviews
Skoda Octavia first drive | great value and endlessly practical
In its latest generation, the new Octavia has welcomed more tech, more soft-touch materials and, for the first time, a plug-in hybrid engine, making the car more attractive for drivers.
Car reviews by Manufacturer
BMW 2 Series Gran Coupe first drive | not pretty but worth considering
Stand-out styling might appeal to some, but we think the 1 Series is a better bet.
VW T-Roc Cabriolet first drive | who said company cars have to be boring?
We once tagged the T-Roc SUV as ‘boring’, but the T-Roc convertible is quite the opposite.
Polestar 2 first drive | the first EV with soul?
Sister brand Volvo’s concept car is made a reality, but it won’t be sold through dealerships
Mercedes E Class first drive | facelift welcomes mild-hybrid engines
Change to the look is noticeable, but the new E-Class hasn’t changed a whole lot – not that it needed to
Audi A5 first drive | facelift welcomes mild-hybrid and sharper drive
Facelifted A5 has added appeal with inclusion of mild-hybrid diesel alongside petrol engines
Dacia Logan MCV bi-fuel first drive | LPG offers alternative emissions reduction
The cheapest estate car on sale in the UK. But, if your transport needs are basic, it does the job
Seat Leon first drive | has it dethroned the Golf?
Leon emerges from the shadow of VW’s Golf to offer much the same, but in a prettier package
Audi A7 55 TFSI e first drive | low BIK but high list price
Plug-in hybrid delivers low CO2 for cheaper tax, but costs a lot more than a diesel.
Honda Jazz first drive | lower running costs thanks to hybrid technology
The Jazz is available exclusively with a clever hybrid system that uses battery power in town, a conventional engine on faster roads and a mix of the two elsewhere.
Audi A8 60 TFSIe first drive | plug-in petrol majors on refinement
It offers seamless, silent, emissions-free running in the city and without the range concerns of a large electric car.
Ford Kuga first drive | less rugged, more efficient: better overall
For the majority of SUV customers, the latest-generation Kuga is a fine choice.
Peugeot 3008 Hybrid first drive | BIK busting SUV looks sharp
The plug-in hybrid 3008 immediately becomes the most tax-efficient model in the range
Audi A3 first drive | new model boosts fleet appeal
Audi will offer the most comprehensive array of engine options to date with the A3 as mild hybrid and plug-in hybrid models join the range.
Long-term tests
Mazda CX-30 long-term test | cargo system improves practicality
Practicality is a key selling point for crossovers and SUVs and company car drivers may want more than some bag hooks or cargo nets in the boot.
Audi A4 35 TDI long-term test | MMI system impresses
The infotainment system allows you to personalise a number of the car’s characteristics, such as driving mode, efficiency assist and interior lighting.
Skoda Superb iV long-term test | software glitches require updates
The Superb has bugs. Not the creepy-crawly type, but minor software glitches that need over-the-air updates.
Volvo S90 T8 Inscription joins our fleet | long-term test
The S90 is a firm favourite of Fleet News having previously featured on our long-term test fleet.
VW Passat GTE offers refined, relaxed driving | long-term test
Driving our test car, the transition between power sources is so smooth it is actually very hard to spot.
