The stunning R8 supercar isn’t the only option for Audi buyers who want breathtaking performance – the RS4 sets plenty of pulses racing, too. For starters, it looks great. The A4 range-topper gets blistered wheelarches, a 30mm lower stance and a much ... read more

The Mondeo estate’s vast size is great for when you want to pack it full of gear. Open the tailgate and you’re greeted with a huge 554-litre load area complete with plenty of useful nooks and crannies, as well as a removable boot floor to make it ... read more

The Bravo is offered with an innovative 1.4-litre T-Jet turbocharged engine, which combines small-capacity economy with large-engine performance. There are more conventional (and cheaper) petrol units also on offer. But it’s the 1.9-litre MultiJet turbodiesel ... read more

Bosses admit the Bravo is a crucial car for Fiat. Ultimately, the firm wants to rival Toyota and VW for quality, while also building on its own strengths – namely, style and driver enjoyment. First impressions are positive. Viewed in profile, it has ... read more

There has always been a question mark when it comes to quality with Fiat – particularly in terms of the cabin. We are pleased to report that the company has obviously been working hard to rectify this. Bland and scratchy plastics are ... read more

When it comes to the driving experience, the latest MINI Cooper can teach even the old car a lesson or two. For starters, even though our test car was fitted with the optional sports suspension, the ride is pretty comfortable, and there’s a compliancy ... read more

The retro-inspired cabin that helped make the original MINI such a hit has been evolved here. The neat detailing, chrome trimming, trademark toggle switches and large central speedometer all look fantastic. The seating position is perfect and  ... read more

The 207 GTi shares its excellent 1.6-litre engine with the MIN Cooper S. Thanks to a twin-scroll turbocharger, there is no noticeable lag, and with maximum torque of 244Nm available from only 1,600rpm, it has great overtaking punch. The powerplant is . ... read more

There are plenty of positives about the 2.0-litre VCDi engine that will form the majority of Captiva sales. While it’s a little noisy at start-up, once on the move it feels strong and urgent, and with 148bhp it matches powerful rivals for power. There’s minimal diesel ... read more

Inside, the interior does little to inspire. It has a Vauxhall feel – not surprising, as the Captiva’s sister car is the Luton brand’s Antara. All the controls are logically placed and quality is acceptable, but the stereo on our test car seemed unable to... read more

As brands go, Chevrolet is up there among the most recognised in the world. But until now, it has been saddled in the UK as little more than a range of rebadged Daewoos. The flagship Captiva has been charged with changing that; as such, it’s a crucial ... read more