Volvo S90 D5 AWD Inscription
With the new S90 Volvo firmly stakes its claim in the large premium saloon market writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? The S90 is Volvo’s new premium four-door, five-seat flagship saloon. Bigger than the S80 it replaces it will be joined early next year by the V90 estate version. Who is it aimed at? It is designed to rival the likes of BMW’s 5 series, Jaguar’s XF, the Mercedes E Class and Audi’s A6. Styling? Eye the back of the...
Renault Megane 1.5 DCI 110 GT Line
Is the very stylish fourth generation Renault Megane good enough to steal sales from Ford and VW asks Suzanne Keane What is it? The Megane is back with an all new look, in keeping with Renault’s new signature styling and this 4th generation model is hoping to build on the success of its predecessors. Styling? Lower than the previous version with a longer wheelbase the new Megane also has the widest track in its class. With the 18”...
BMW i3 (94 Ah)
Electric cars are considered by many to be too pricey, too impractical and too likely to run out of charge but is the new BMW i3 about to change that perception asks Geraldine Herbert What is it? The i3 was launched as part of BMW’s ‘Project i’ or electric range of cars and is available as an electric only version or with a supplementary petrol engine that extends the range. When it launched two and a half years...
Toyota Hilux
Yeehaw! Our Geraldine Herbert discovers her inner cowgirl in the eighth-generation Toyota Hilux What is it? The Toyota Hilux is the quintessential pickup truck and it has achieved iconic status for its quality, durability and reliability. Even Top Gear’s Clarkson couldn’t kill it despite it being drowned, torched, crashed and dropped from a great height. Who is it aimed at? If the choice of car reveals more about you than you think...
Citroën SpaceTourer
Citroën’s new MPV SpaceTourer proves it’s now hip to be square writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? Citroën has always produced strong contenders in the MPV market and this, its largest MPV, was unveiled earlier this year at the Geneva Motor Show and will be launched here next month. Who is it aimed at? The Citroën SpaceTourer is not simply a large car, it is an enormous people carrier capable of ferrying up to nine...
Seat Ibiza FR Versus the Ford Fiesta Black Edition
Looking for a small car with attitude? We check out the Seat Ibiza FR and Ford Fiesta Black Edition writes Suzanne Keane A few years ago owning a “mini” hot hatch that stood out from the crowd was the reserve of those in the modified car scene or in possession of a few cans of spray-paint but these days if you’re looking for a small car that doesn’t blend into the background and is fun to drive there are “off the shelf” options...