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Lamborghini Gallardo SE

Expensive, but makes the standard Gallardo seem almost ordinary.

Lamborghini Gallardo SE
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Mazda MX-5 1.8 first drive

Better than the old car in nearly every way, but seems to have lost some of its charm

Mazda MX-5 1.8 first drive
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BMW 330d SE

The latest 3 Series is excellent. It’s the best way to spend £30,000 on a car.

BMW 330d SE
Mini One D
Spot the diesel by the discreet grille below the number plate
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Mini One D

Excellent but pricey little car with great economy and still rock-solid residuals. Now feels sportier.

Mini One D
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Porsche 911 Carrera 4S

Looks superb, and easier to exploit its pace more of the time.

Porsche 911 Carrera 4S
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Mercedes-Benz R 320 CDI first drive

The only car you’ll ever need? Possibly not. We’d like one all the same.

Mercedes-Benz R 320 CDI first drive
BMW 318d
318d offers an £1110 saving over 320d
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BMW 318d 2005-2011 first drive

Does exactly what you'd expect, but far from cheap.

BMW 318d 2005-2011 first drive
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Ford Focus 2.5T first drive

Takes time to love, but ST manages to combine relaxation with deep hot hatch ability.

Ford Focus 2.5T first drive
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Dodge SRT-10 coupe first drive

Massive torque makes up for poor gearshift, while hard-top'scabin now offers some practicality.

Dodge SRT-10 coupe first drive
BMW 520d SE
Entry-level diesel Five is frugal and surprisingly punchy
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BMW 520d SE first drive

Frugal yet still punchy enough to prevent you being embarrassed at the traffic light GP

BMW 520d SE first drive

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