Skoda Rapid 1.6 TDi 105 bhp Elegance
The new Rapid offers space in abundance and a budget price; we get behind the wheel of Skoda’s latest creation What is it? Sitting between the Fabia supermini and Octavia large family car the Skoda Rapid is the latest offering from the Czech car maker. Who is it aimed at? This pared down approach to motoring will appeal to anyone in need of oodles of space and reliability with a price tag that won’t break...
Kia Optima 1.7 CRDi
Kia’s new Optima may look like a Jaguar but can it really live up to those good looks? We find out What is it? The Optima is Kia’s stunningly styled family saloon that is crammed with luxury equipment and features. Who is it aimed at? While large saloons face stiff competition from a plethora of crossovers and compact SUVs as the choice for family transport there is much on offer in the Optima to make those in need of family space...
Peugeot 208 Allure 1.4 HDI
The success of the 206 and the 207 was always going to be a hard act to follow, so is the stylish 208 good enough to win Peugeot a new generation of fans? We spent a week behind the wheel to find out? What is it? Small cars are big news at the moment and Peugeot’s latest offering was one of the most eagerly anticipated of this summer. Available in three and five-door forms the 208 is smaller and lighter than the car it replaces yet...
BMW 320d SE
What is it? The 3 series is the most important vehicle in the BMW range and it’s a car we’ve had a long love affair with. BMW’s engineers have spent the past three years working on this new version, we like to think of it as refashioning almost perfection. Who is it aimed at? The 3 series has always enjoyed an army of devoted fans in search of the ultimate driving experience. With the new version BMW has added super fuel economy to...
BMW 116D URBAN
BMW’s new 1-series might not look much different from the outside, but behind the wheel it is a totally different story. What is it? BMW’s baby Beemer is still one of most impressive hatchbacks on the road and eight years since it was first launched it remains the only rear-wheel drive car in its class. The new version combines economy with some suitably beefy engines. Who is it aimed at? Not one for those with children; this...
