Car reviews

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Chevrolet Volt 2011 first drive

If the Volt does suit your lifestyle then it’s a no brainer. Ultimately, it makes the electric car viable for the masses

Chevrolet Volt 2011 first drive

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Nissan Juke 1.5 dCi

Taller gearing improves the CO2 output and economy without spoiling the car’s driveability

Nissan Juke 1.5 dCi

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Audi S8 first drive

S8 is fast and efficient, yet mighty powerplant aside it fails to live up to its S billing.

Audi S8 first drive

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Audi e-tron Spyder

The Audi e-tron Spyder is a four wheel drive plug-in diesel-electric hybrid concept car that, if made, could sit above the Audi TT in terms of positioning and price

Audi e-tron Spyder

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BMW 5 Series 528i SE

Turbocharged 5 Series feels more like a sports saloon than you'd expect and is impressively brisk yet civilised

BMW 5 Series 528i SE

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Ford Galaxy 1.6 Ecoboost

Petrol Galaxy is worth considering if you wince at price of superior diesel versions

Ford Galaxy 1.6 Ecoboost

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BMW 1 Series ActiveE

The electric version of the BMW 1 Series coupe is well engineered and could provide a viable option for short journeys

BMW 1 Series ActiveE

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BMW 640d M Sport Coupé

The new BMW 640d M Sport Coupe is hugely competent and beautifully made, but has lost the pronounced sporting edge of the previous model

BMW 640d M Sport Coupé

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Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale

The Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale weighs too much and produces too little power to be considered alongside the most specialised performance cars you can buy for £110,000

Maserati GranTurismo MC Stradale