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Alpine A290 (2025 - ) review
4.5
Alpine’s sporty twist on the Renault 5 takes all that we like about the standard car and adds an extra layer of hot hatch fun!
Expert review1 day ago
Nissan Micra (2025 - ) review
4.5
Nissan says the new electric Micra is ready to seduce everyone, but is it charming enough to do so?
Expert review1 month ago
The Clio gets a new look but fear not, you can still buy a manual version!
There’s an all-new Clio on the block hoping to prove hatchbacks still deserve their place in a world dominated by crossovers
News1 month ago
VW ID.2all rebranded as ID. Polo
VW Polo’s 50th anniversary chosen as the moment to rename affordable ID.2all hatch in its honour
News1 month ago
Best small cars: top compact cars to buy in 2025
From new drivers to families or empty nesters, there’s a small car to suit all tastes – here are the best as picked by our experts
Best of2 months ago
Car body styles: Which best suits you?
From SUV to MPV, and from hatchback to saloon, the car market is full of choices. But, which is the right one for you? We explain in this guide.
Advice3 months ago
Ford Puma Gen-E (2024 - ) review
4
Ford's bestseller goes electric and offers an appealing package
Expert review4 months ago
Ford Puma (2024 - ) review
3.5
Ford’s nippy compact crossover has been updated, but is it still as good?
Expert review4 months ago
2025's best city cars
Take a look at our favourite city cars for 2025, that are compact, zippy and perfect for driving in cities or towns.
Best of4 months ago
Fiat Grande Panda Hybrid (2025 - ) review
4.5
Is the funky Grande Panda hybrid the perfect small car?
Expert review5 months ago
Best convertible cars 2025
Despite the climate, we Brits love our convertibles. Here’s our pick of the best for those few days a year you might consider driving with the roof...
Best of6 months ago
SEAT Arona SUV (2021 - ) review
4
The Seat Arona may have been around for a while, but it still makes a strong case for itself
Expert review7 months ago
MINI Cooper Convertible (2024 - ) review
4
The Mini Convertible gets an update adding lots of tech but retaining its undeniable charm
Expert review8 months ago
The cheapest cars you can buy new 2025
Want a new car, but don’t want to spend too much money? These are the cars you should be looking at.
Best of9 months ago
Best first cars 2025
There’s a lot to think about when choosing your first car – make it easier with our top picks for new drivers!
Best of9 months ago
Best New Electric Cars 2025
The trickle of electric cars into the market is now a flood – here are some of our favourites
Best of9 months ago
Best used cars for less than £5,000
You can get a proper good used car for less than £5k. Here are our recommendations. There’s something for everyone.
Best of10 months ago
Dacia Spring (2024 - ) review
3
Current title holder of ‘most affordable electric car’, the Dacia Spring feels as cheap as the price suggests but is honest with it
Expert review11 months ago
Hyundai INSTER (2024 - ) review
5
Cute styling, an equally attractive price and tons of kit make the Hyundai Inster a perfect first electric car
Expert review11 months ago
Leapmotor T03 (2024 - ) review
3
Cheap electric mobility is here in the shape of the Leapmotor T03, but is it any good?
Expert review1 year ago

Latest on Small Cars

Alpine A290 (2025 - ) review

Nissan Micra (2025 - ) review

The Clio gets a new look but fear not, you can still buy a manual version!

VW ID.2all rebranded as ID. Polo

Best small cars: top compact cars to buy in 2025

Car body styles: Which best suits you?

Ford Puma Gen-E (2024 - ) review

Ford Puma (2024 - ) review

2025's best city cars

Fiat Grande Panda Hybrid (2025 - ) review

Best convertible cars 2025

SEAT Arona SUV (2021 - ) review

MINI Cooper Convertible (2024 - ) review

The cheapest cars you can buy new 2025

Best first cars 2025

Best New Electric Cars 2025

Best used cars for less than £5,000

Dacia Spring (2024 - ) review

Hyundai INSTER (2024 - ) review

Leapmotor T03 (2024 - ) review

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