Long-term tests

As well as reviewing and group testing cars, we put them through the rigours of family life across thousands of miles of driving to see what they're like when you live with them every day.

Volkswagen Golf GTI long-term test

Once upon a time, the Volkswagen Golf GTI was the pinnacle of hot hatchbacks, and now our deputy edi..

Darren Moss, Thu Apr 10 2025

Toyota Corolla Touring Sports long-term test

Can the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports provide the perfect blend of practicality and frugality for a..

Jonty Renk, Thu Apr 10 2025

BMW X3 long-term test

Should you buy a new BMW X3 if you’re in the market for an upmarket family SUV? We’re living with on..

Steve Huntingford, Thu Apr 10 2025

Fiat 600 long-term test

Fiat hasn't traditionally focused on building SUVs, but the 600 is its latest small SUV offering. We..

George Hill, Sat Feb 22 2025

Audi Q6 e-tron long-term test

Audi's latest electric SUV promises new tech and ultra-rapid charging, but what's it like to live wi..

Stuart Milne, Mon Feb 03 2025

Volvo EC40 long-term test

The Volvo EC40 is a stylish and all-electric take on one of our favourite cars: the Volvo XC40. But..

Mark Pearson, Thu Jan 30 2025

Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric long-term test

Can a longstanding model from an established brand successfully go green and take on a host of new p..

Claire Evans, Tue Feb 18 2025

Cupra Formentor long-term test

Can plug-in hybrid power make an SUV fun as well as frugal? We're finding out with the help of the n..

Darren Moss, Wed Jan 15 2025

Renault Scenic long-term test

In theory, the latest Renault Scenic electric SUV looks extremely compelling, offering a long range..

Allan Muir, Mon Feb 10 2025

BYD Seal long-term test

Can a brand that's relatively new to the UK show established names a thing or two in the highly comp..

Steve Huntingford, Sun Mar 23 2025

Nissan X-Trail long-term test

Promising to combine seven-seat practicality with the low running costs of a hybrid, the Nissan X-Tr..

Jonty Renk, Wed Feb 05 2025

Mini Countryman Electric long-term test

Our sub-editor is looking for a do-anything electric car to suit a varied and unpredictable lifestyl..

Chris Haining, Sun Feb 23 2025

Peugeot e-208 long term test

Will the all-electric Peugeot E-208 prove to be a smart choice for a combination of city-centre comm..

James Tute, Sun Mar 16 2025

MG HS long-term test

Our sub-editor wants a spacious, comfortable and economical car for his long daily commute. Will he..

Chris Haining, Sat Mar 29 2025

Volkswagen Passat long-term test

Can this plug-in hybrid estate be the perfect photographer's assistant? We're living with one for si..

Max Edleston, Sat Jan 25 2025

Renault Scenic long-term test: report 5

In theory, the latest Renault Scenic electric SUV looks extremely compelling, offering a long range..

Allan Muir, Mon Mar 24 2025

Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric long-term test: report 2

Can a longstanding model from an established brand successfully go green and take on a host of new p..

Claire Evans, Mon Jan 27 2025

Nissan X-Trail long-term test: report 5

Promising to combine seven-seat practicality with the low running costs of a hybrid, the Nissan X-Tr..

Jonty Renk, Mon Jan 13 2025

Volkswagen ID 7 long-term test

With the promise of space, comfort and a long range, could the VW ID 7 be the perfect posh commuter..

Stuart Milne, Sat Jan 04 2025

Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric long-term test: report 1

Can a longstanding model from an established brand successfully go green and take on a host of new p..

Claire Evans, Wed Dec 25 2024

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Long-term tests

Volkswagen Golf GTI long-term test

Toyota Corolla Touring Sports long-term test

BMW X3 long-term test

Fiat 600 long-term test

Audi Q6 e-tron long-term test

Volvo EC40 long-term test

Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric long-term test

Cupra Formentor long-term test

Renault Scenic long-term test

BYD Seal long-term test

Nissan X-Trail long-term test

Mini Countryman Electric long-term test

Peugeot e-208 long term test

MG HS long-term test

Volkswagen Passat long-term test

Renault Scenic long-term test: report 5

Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric long-term test: report 2

Nissan X-Trail long-term test: report 5

Volkswagen ID 7 long-term test

Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric long-term test: report 1

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