First Drive

Ford Focus Zetec S

If you prefer to buy with your head and not your heart, the sum of the latest Focus’s parts really do add up to a greater whole

Ford Focus Zetec S
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Mercedes-AMG C 63 Black Series

Seriously fast and focussed AMG special has performance and handling to rival the best

Mercedes-AMG C 63 Black Series
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Mercedes-AMG SLK 55

Fast, usable, and surprisingly frugal, but still quite an inert and unentertaining drive

Mercedes-AMG SLK 55
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BMW 3 Series 320d

Be in no doubt, a new world leader has arrived – and it may take a while for the others to catch up

BMW 3 Series 320d
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Suzuki Kizashi 2.4 CVT

Suzuki’s family debutant is likable and good value, but incomplete.

Suzuki Kizashi 2.4 CVT
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Honda CR-V 2.4 4x4

Existing fans of the Honda CR-V will appreciate the functionality and efficiency of this new version, but Honda faces a tough challenge against some increasingly competitive rivals

Honda CR-V 2.4 4x4
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Volkswagen Passat USA/China

Bargain US and Chinese spec VW Passat forces you to make remarkably few compromises

Volkswagen Passat USA/China
Porsche 911 Carrera S
New 911 is now considerably quieter than before, with less buffeting around the door mirrors
First Drive

Porsche 911 Carrera S 2011 first drive

The 991 is not only more capable than the 997, but its handling also hints at greatness

Porsche 911 Carrera S 2011 first drive
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Seat Altea XL EV

This prototype electric Altea is mostly about readying Seat for an EV offering, but it contains some interesting features

Seat Altea XL EV
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Seat Leon TwinDrive

An ingenious VW-based plug-in hybrid that drives well, but it’s a good three years away

Seat Leon TwinDrive

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