Mini First 1.6
The First now has a larger 1.6 engine
First Drive

Mini First 1.6

Improved base Mini, not exactly cheap but refined, comfortable and with a better engine

Mini First 1.6
Renault Fluence Z.E.
Renault claims a top speed of 87mph
First Drive

Renault Fluence Z.E.

Great in the city, reasonably priced and cheap to run - but there are ride and range concerns

Renault Fluence Z.E.
Volkswagen Phaeton V6
Power delivery is smooth, with 273lb ft of torque at 3500rpm
First Drive

Volkswagen Phaeton V6

Facelift builds on the car's strengths - but some of its core failings remain

Volkswagen Phaeton V6
First Drive

Audi A3 Cabriolet 1.2 TFSI

Reduced-capacity A3 isn’t as satisfying to use as we’d hoped

Audi A3 Cabriolet 1.2 TFSI
Volkswagen Touran 1.6 TDI
Already available in other VWs, the impressive 1.6-litre diesel suits the Touran well
First Drive

Volkswagen Touran 1.6 TDI

Revitalised Touran is refined, comfortable and practical

Volkswagen Touran 1.6 TDI
First Drive

Mercedes-Benz R 350 CDI

If you’re in the market for a large SUV or upmarket estate it’s worth considering

Mercedes-Benz R 350 CDI
First Drive

Saab 9-5 2.0TiD Vector SE

Entry-level 9-5 is spacious, sophisticated in looks and has a fine cockpit

Saab 9-5 2.0TiD Vector SE
BMW X3
New electro-mechanical steering provides a direct feel
First Drive

BMW X3 prototype first drive

Roomier, classier and more refined than old car, yet it also uses less fuel and rides better

BMW X3 prototype first drive
Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI
The performance is pleasing - but this is at the expense of economy
First Drive

Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI

Downsized engine technology comes to the Golf with mixed results

Volkswagen Golf 1.2 TSI
Alfa Brera 1750 TBi
Brera remains a great looking car - but fails in other areas
First Drive

Alfa Romeo Brera 1750 TBi 2010 first drive

The best Brera available - but we still wouldn't recommend buying one

Alfa Romeo Brera 1750 TBi 2010 first drive

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