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Peugeot success an open and shut case

The elegant little Peugeot 207 CC has a hard-top roof that can be retracted in just 25 seconds

2:35pm Wednesday 16th June 2010

If you’re a funky woman who’s doing very nicely for yourself, chances are you’ll buy one of two glamorous cars – a MINI Cooper or a Peugeot 207 CC.

Smart soft-top is cracking little diesel

The new diesel engine in the Smart is a capable performer, allowing more than 80mpg on a run

1:35pm Wednesday 9th June 2010

It’s 16 years since the Smart made its first appearance as the ultimate chic urban runabout.

Hyundai's budget model can't be beaten

The Hyundai iX35 has impressive equipment levels for a car in its price range

5:45pm Wednesday 2nd June 2010

Budget cars were never meant to be so good.

Mini will stretch your imagination

The MINI Clubman Cooper S is a nifty mover on the open road thanks to its 1.6-litre turbo engine

2:49pm Wednesday 26th May 2010

The simple ideas are the best ideas; that’s as true now as it ever was.

Mazda is just marvellous!

The new Mazda6 is one of the best in its class, with improvements refining an already solid performer

1:55pm Wednesday 19th May 2010

Maybe the Mazda6 is about to get the credit it deserves. It has long been praised for its sportiness, good value and vigour, and was even named Family Car of the Year by a leading motoring magazine.

Ford take it to the Max!

The Ford S-MAX has been given new styling touches and an improved petrol engine

1:32pm Thursday 13th May 2010

Ford has had a heck of a year, all things considered. With a financial whirlwind blowing across the country, Ford simply got on with the job of producing sensible, well-designed and competitive cars.

Sporty Audi gets family makeover

The stylish Audi A5 Sportback is a five-door hatchback which has the looks of a coupe

5:51pm Wednesday 5th May 2010

There’s a great deal of common sense about Audi. It might sound like a cliche, but it uses simple German efficiency to expand its range.

Golf for the thoughtful boy-racer

The Volkswagen Golf GTD is a genuine all-rounder that will appeal to your head as well as your heart

1:05pm Wednesday 28th April 2010

How things have changed – even boy-racers look at the economy costs before performance figures these days.

Vauxhall Meriva is an open and shut case!

The rear doors of the new Vauxhall Meriva open to almost 90 degrees to help maximise access space

2:03pm Wednesday 21st April 2010

Suicide doors, it seems, are back in vogue, with MINI, Mazda, Rolls-Royce and now Vauxhall among the companies using this once-unfashionable style.

Frugal Mercedes with effortless power

There’s no hint of compromise from Mercedes-Benz with its amazingly fuel-efficient new C-Class

1:08pm Wednesday 14th April 2010

Times are hard, even for Mercedes-Benz drivers. It’s not only your Ford and Vauxhall owners who are looking to squeeze an extra mile or two from every gallon.






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