Land Rover Freelander 3.2 HSE
Straight-six petrol version of the new Freelander is initially only available as an automatic
First Drive

Land Rover Freelander 3.2 HSE first drive

Nice, but too thirsty and pricey to make this the Freelander of choice.

Land Rover Freelander 3.2 HSE first drive
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Dodge Nitro 3.7 V6

Tough-guy looks clothe a strong value package, but in V6 spec it’s no fun to drive

Dodge Nitro 3.7 V6
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BMW X5 4.8i SE first drive

Takes over where old model left off. High on quality, feel and desirability

BMW X5 4.8i SE first drive
Honda Civic Type S
3dr very similar in profile to 5dr
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Honda Civic Type S first drive

Needs to ride better or be more involving. Looks like a Type R-lite, but isn’t

Honda Civic Type S first drive
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Mitsubishi Shogun 3.2 Di-D 2006 first drive

It's still the traditional no-nonsense 4x4, but surprisingly capable on and off road.

Mitsubishi Shogun 3.2 Di-D 2006 first drive
Mini Cooper S
It is the new Mini, honest
First Drive

Mini Cooper S first drive

Besides a subtly updated but no less funky cabin and body, the new car offers improvements in economy and engine refinement. It's also great to drive. A mature step forward.

Mini Cooper S first drive
Rolls-Royce Phantom EWB
It's a Phantom, only longer
First Drive

Rolls-Royce Phantom EWB first drive

Fabulously opulent. Best in the back, but the chauffeur will be happy too.

Rolls-Royce Phantom EWB first drive
Volvo C70 D5 SE Lux
Safety is as comprehensive as you'd expect from Volvo
First Drive

Volvo C70 D5 SE Lux first drive

The C70 perhaps makes most sense with the D5 diesel, which admirably suits its cruising prowess - except when you need to nip into a gap in traffic.

Volvo C70 D5 SE Lux first drive
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Mercedes-Benz S 63 L AMG

Very fast, and very expensive. Raw performance countered by luxury.

Mercedes-Benz S 63 L AMG
Subaru B9 Tribeca 3.0 SE5
No low-ratio box, but B9 is fine on gravel
First Drive

Subaru B9 Tribeca 3.0 SE5 (2006-2014) first drive

Subaru's first sports-utility vehicle is good to drive, for an SUV, and good value, but it's crying out for a diesel engine

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Subaru B9 Tribeca 3.0 SE5 (2006-2014) first drive

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