KIA has turned the corner into a new market segment with its EV9 pure electric model Car Reviewed: Kia EV9 ‘Air’ Rwd 7-seats That puts it squarely into Mercedes and BMW electric model territory alongside the latest VW ID.Buzz or Tesla Models X and Y. We wanted to see how the entry-level EV9 Air measured up as the brand turned …
Diesel cars are nearing extinction. Long live the Škoda Octavia Estate turbo-diesel Car Reviewed: Škoda Octavia Estate SE L 2.0TDI 150 It’s one of the oldest model names in the Škoda stable. Still, it accounts for about half of the brand’s European sales, but the fact it’s semi-estate shape and diesel engine have become unfashionable in the eyes of many …
The Ford Puma was at the top of Britain’s car sales in 2023, it’s easy to see why Car Reviewed: Ford Puma ST EcoBoost mHEV 7 Speed Automatic It has also played about with the ST and Vignale suffixes as it did with the Ghia years before, along with the famous RS badges. Now, it has come full circle with …
The Honda product range is steadily heading in an ‘electric’ direction Car Reviewed: Honda CR-V e:HEV It is the largest Honda SUV sold in Britain and has been the most popular model worldwide for over six generations. Honda’s Compact Recreational Vehicle is sold in both front and all-wheel drive in Britain, in Elegance and Advance trims. It marks the gradual …
Mazda is never afraid to be different; it shows in their latest MX-30 REV Car Reviewed: Mazda MX-30 R-EV It joins the pure battery MX-30 and the CX-60 PHEV in the marque’s range with a PHEV powertrain which utilises a sub-900cc rotary engine acting as a generator to power the electric motors for the wheels, as there is no direct …
The Kia Soul EV was the manufacturer’s first contemporary zero-emission vehicle Car Reviewed: Kia Soul EV ‘Explore’ 64kWh 1-speed Auto The original Maxx powertrain has been refined, and we have been testing it with the longer-range 64kWh battery and more powerful 210bhp motor. This combination will prove more suitable for many owners than the medium-range 39.2kWh battery and 134bhp motor …
The Nissan Ariya not only attracts attention but also has the ability to alter perceptions of electric vehicles Car Reviewed: Nissan Ariya Evolve 87kWh Sport Pack You get a lot of technology, a luxurious interior, and driving systems that you can use to optimise efficiency, enjoyment, and range, which is over 300 miles on a single charge. It’s not a …
The SsangYong Musso Saracen+ pick-up with increased appeal Car Reviewed: SsangYong Musso Saracen+ Pick-up While the extra 12 inches may seem like little to some, those that put their pick-up to good use will find that it makes their Musso Saracen+ the most practical and cost-effective option in its class. The handling and ride comfort have also been improved thanks to the …
A wise buy in today’s not so clever world Car Reviewed: KIA Picanto 1.0 T-GDi GT Line S With motoring costs soaring, many drivers are downsizing and face the dilemma of what to buy, yet do not realize how good a modern small car can be. In fact, a recent study found the typical family car today has over £32,700 …
Although the Toyota Hilux may seem ancient to some, after 50 years on British roads, trails, and tracks, it is surprisingly cutting-edge Pick-Up Reviewed: Toyota HiLux Invincible X Double Cab Since its 1972 introduction in the UK, more than 180,600 have been sold, making it the best-selling vehicle in the country. Engineers at Toyota have performed marvels under the hood …