Buying cars

HAVING been launched in 2020, the A3 had a nip and tuck last year, gaining a new look, extra equipment and improved infotainment. We like the Audi’s practicality, high-quality cabin and efficient engi

When someone says they want a reliable, practical, good-looking and affordable set of wheels, the default recommendation is so often a Volkswagen Golf. But for those buyers who want a raised ride heig

ON SALE FROM 2019-PRESENT PRICE FROM £10,000 OUR FAVOURITE VERSION 1.0 TSI 115 SE THINK OF THE Kamiq as Skoda’s answer to the Big Mac. No, it’s not made from beef and cheese, but, like the famous burg

£64,345 OTR/£70,835 as tested/£710 pcm WHY IT’S HERE: Is the seven seat Buzz as joyous to live with as it is to look at? DRIVER: jack rix THE ID.BUZZ IS CHEERY IN A WAY so many cookie cutter modern ca

Our pick 1.6 T-GDi 48V 3 List price £33,670 Target Price £31,486 MPG 44.1 CO2 146g/km For Smart-looking and spacious interior; large boot; good comfort/handling balance; generous warranty Against Very

THE COOPER S WAS A SOGGY effort and this isn’t any better. You can forgive a hot hatch appalling ride but when it’s on top of a transmission that’s hard to gel with, an uninspiring soundtrack and impr