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Toyota Avensis Saloon

2.0 D-4D - With few exceptions, Toyotas generally don’t set the world alight in matters of style. Yes, they’re good cars, and for the most part they more than live up to expectations, but aesthetic appeal isn’t their forté. Well that’s about to change, and the new-for-2012 Avensis is the first car with the ‘Ke [...]

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Suzuki Kizashi

2.4 4WD Sport - The Kizashi is Suzuki’s first medium-sized saloon and, having been on sale elsewhere for the past 18 months with some 23,000 already sold, it’s soon to arrive in the UK. Refreshingly, the sharp-looking Kizashi will be available with just one engine, one transmission and one spec level from early 201 [...]

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Vauxhall Ampera

Vauxhall is first out of the blocks with a range extender electric vehicle with its Ampera. Far from being a loss leader or just a techno-geek-fest, the Ampera succeeds by being a very good car first and foremost and an environmentally friendly means of transport second. That it does this while elim [...]

Renault Fluence ZE

The Fluence, a model which retails on the European continent, is about to arrive in the UK for the first time, as an electric vehicle. Essentially a Megane in saloon body shape, it was previously deemed unnecessary for the UK market thanks to our preference for hatchbacks. However as part of Renault [...]

Peugeot 508

Peugeot is modest about its sales claims for the 508 as it hopes to avoid direct comparisons with the likes of the Ford Mondeo and Volkswagen Passat. The French firm mentions Audi and Mercedes in the same breath as the 508, but the reality is this family saloon must do battle with the mainstream of [...]

Volkswagen Passat

2011 - The new, seventh generation VW Passat range is designed to build on the model’s reputation for delivering a reliable and enjoyable drive. Throughout the model’s history, thousands of happy company car and family drivers have appreciated the Passat’s performance and the new model only builds on this [...]

Ford Mondeo

2011 - Ford has lightly revised the exterior of its fleet and family favourite Mondeo to give it an appearance more in line with the latest S-Max and Galaxy. There’s also a refreshed cabin and some new tech, such as a blind spot recognition system. However, the most important changes are under the bonnet w [...]

Volkswagen Passat

The Passat is the backbone of the Volkswagen range, accounting for generous sales and setting the benchmark in the family class for quality. A new seventh generation Passat may not get you all a-flutter with excitement, but this is a comprehensive update of the Passat with new safety and convenience [...]

Mazda 6

2010 - Mazda has updated its sleek 6 range of family hatches and estates, not that you can tell at a glance from the outside. The big changes are under the bonnet, where most of the engines are more frugal and cleaner. This is just what’s needed with the changes to road tax and company drivers will be plea [...]

Vauxhall Insignia

2.0 CDTi ecoFLEX Exclusiv Nav - Vauxhall’s inspired replacement for the functional yet incredibly dull Vectra, the Insignia, has certainly blown away the design cobwebs at the manufacturer. It is without doubt one of the prettiest cars on the road at the moment, and it isn’t just an attractive face either as there’s plenty of brai [...]

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Citroen C5

3.0 V6 HDi - A V6-engined Citroen saloon or estate is not destined to hold its value very well, so the generous discount you receive when buying new is necessary to offset the heavier than class norm depreciation. The upside to this is you get that creamy V6 turbodiesel and a C5 in the top spec Exclusive trim. [...]

Vauxhall Insignia

VXR 5dr hatch - Based on Vauxhall’s European Car of the Year 2009, the high-performance Insignia VXR is available in hatch, saloon and Sports Tourer body styles and boasts 325 horsepower, adaptive 4WD chassis technology, a lowered ride height, huge alloy wheels, big Brembo brakes and Recaro seats. So what’s not to [...]

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SEAT Exeo ST

2.0 Sport TDI 170PS - The Exeo is SEAT’s flagship model and the new Exeo ST (Sport Tourer) is the estate version of the mid-sized saloon. With prices starting at £19,155, the Exeo ST is based on the Audi A4, although equivalent A4 Avants cost over £4,000 more. The new ST also heralds improved safety and comfort for the e [...]

SEAT Exeo ST

2.0 TDi 143 - Associations with Audi will do the Seat Exeo no harm when it comes to used values and the extremely keen pricing of this Seat estate also make it a very attractive choice. Company car drivers will no doubt be pleased to see emissions of 143g/km for all versions with the 2.0-litre turbodiesel engine, [...]

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Skoda Superb

GreenLine - The latest version of the Skoda Superb, launched in 2008, has impressed critics and the public alike with its package of well-equipped spaciousness and the prospect of reliability that all Skodas now offer. It’s not too much of a stretch to suggest that it is one of the best-value cars in the family [...]

Skoda Octavia

2.0 TDI - Skoda has quietly become one of the jewels in the Volkswagen Group crown over the last decade. Whereas once it was the butt of cruel jokes, it’s now a manufacturer of reliable, practical cars that are proving popular with those in the know. The Octavia has been one of the cars that have enhanced Sko [...]

Mercedes-Benz B-Class

B170 BlueEfficiency Sport - When it comes to building greener cars, everyone’s at it. Even premium carmakers like Mercedes-Benz are jumping on the bandwagon, with the launch of its Blue Efficiency range of cars. However, unlike most other manufacturers, Mercedes has decided to tweak its petrol-powered cars, rather than its die [...]

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SEAT Exeo

2.0 TDI CR 143 PS SE - Fellow VW Group manufacturer Audi provided a sound base for the latest Spanish model, enabling SEAT to take its first steps into the family car market. It’s feasible however that buying a second-hand Audi A4, the car on which the Exeo is based, would be a better proposition. [...]

SEAT Exeo

2.0 Tdi SE - The NEW Seat Exeo is an all round winner in it’s category, I have driven the Audi A4 on which it is based and actually drive a 2.0 Tdi Passat and without doubt the Exeo is the better car. It has strong performance, fantastic handling and just about every conceivable toy you could wish for. It is als [...]

Honda Insight

2009 - Honda is taking on the Toyota Prius with the latest version of the Insight, which is a huge advance on the original two-seater launched in 1999. The major selling point of the Insight is its hybrid powerplant, a petrol-electric unit that reduces CO2 emissions and provides a cleaner, greener way of m [...]

Renault Laguna Hatch

The new Laguna is the third generation of Renault's large family car and it has, at last, seemed to have evolved into a car that can compete with the best in its class. Renault has addressed the quality issues that plagued the previous generation, but there are still two major obstacles to overcome. [...]

Toyota Avensis Saloon

1.8 Valvematic Multidrive saloon & 2.2 D-4D 150 manual Tourer - With new and highly accomplished Insignias, Lagunas, Mondeos, Passats and others in the class all already on sale, Toyota’s competent but slightly lacklustre Avensis was in need of a major revamp. It’s now got that, and more, but is the third generation of Toyota’s flagship model now up there with t [...]

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Skoda Superb

2.0-litre diesel DSG gearbox - The new Skoda Superb has arrived and is sure to woo fleet drivers with its competitive price, luxurious surroundings on the inside and wide range of engines. It also has a secret weapon under the body, if you need to parallel park the car will do it itself – we’ll explain all this further down the r [...]

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Citroen C5

2.0HDi - The new Citroen C5 is a well built family car offering a supple ride. Citroen have realistic chances of competing with its major rivals with this modern, classy model. [...]

Volkswagen Passat

Bluemotion 1.9TDi - One of the biggest selling cars in the business sector is the VW Passat and now the maker has introduced its Bluemotion to the line-up. Offering big savings in fuel economy and reduced emissions over previous models on paper, how will our VW Passat saloon test car get on? [...]

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Dodge Avenger

2.0 CRD - The Dodge Avenger looks pretty good and is generous with space. The Avenger will divide opinions; some will love it..... [...]

Volkswagen Passat

2.0 Tdi - Overall this is a good car, extremely fast but at times the ride can be hard. The inside is huge and safety and security is excellent. [...]

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Ford Mondeo

1.8 Petrol Edge - The Mondeo Edge is sophisticated and affordable. It has an array of creature comforts and technology. It delivers just about everything you would expect from a family car. [...]

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Mazda 6

2.0 diesel TS2 - The Mazda 6 is a competent performer that handles well. Quality interior and solid feel further add to give the newer model a more substantial feel. Auto-dimming rear view mirror fitted as standard is a real bonus. A strong contract hire and PCP contender. [...]

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