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VW Golf - Magnificent seven
With seven gears, the new VW Golf is even more frugal than before.
BMW 118i: Beemer baby
Induction into BMW's world has just got a little bit easier with the 118i hatchback.
Renault Clio: Chic and bubbly
The belated Renault Clio proves that good things come in small packages.
S-Max holds its own
Ford Motor Company calls its S-Max seven-seater a sports car that 'demands to be driven'.
Letting it rip before letting it go
We say goodbye to our long-term test vehicle, the solid, driveable Ford S-Max, but not before one final test.
Mercedes-Benz GL420 CDI: Diesel power
The V8 diesel engine in the Mercedes-Benz GL420 CDI is a new-generation power plant.
Divine drinking and driving
SAMUEL EE combines both pleasures touring France's beautiful Bordeaux region in a comfy Mercedes-Benz GL420 CDI.
Renault Koleos: More of a quirky off-roader from Renault
The Koleos is a collaboration between Renault design, Nissan engineering and Samsung production.
Peugeot 308 Turbo: Let's torque about sex
The Peugeot 308 Turbo combines sensual design with a powerful engine.
Lotus Elise: Lotus in bloom
The Elise SC is real, alternative and appealing in its own way.
Renault Koleos: This SUV likes it rough
Renault rides on the growing popularity of such vehicles with its new 2.5-litre Koleos, a capable off-roader.
BMW 120i Cabriolet: A cool number
The BMW 1-Series Cabriolet is a brilliant package with both style and substance.
Peugeot 308 1.6 Turbo: French flair
Boosted and beautiful - a truly desirable hatchback
Renault Clio 1.6: Small is not always beautiful
Third-generation of the five-door mini from the French manufacturer.
Audi TT TDI: Diesel power performer that is the first of its kind
Diesel TT light on its feet - immediate response to the flexing of your right foot.
Jaguar XF: Cool Cat, great style
British marque's new generation luxury contender is its most avant-garde model.
Lethal Lambo / Futuristic front
You don't need the skills of a race-car driver to enjoy Lamborghini's Gallardo
Clean cars from Daimler
Christopher Tan tests some of the 'eco-friendly' cars from German automotive giant
Toyota Wish: Wish come true
Borneo Motors finally brings in the Toyota Wish, a car that needs no introduction
Subaru Forester: Losing the last vestige of wildness
Third-generation SUV more refined - but has the latest Forester lost the plot?
Toyota Vellfire: Lounge on wheels
Almost a status symbol - MPVs no longer just for soccer moms
Chevrolet Aveo5 - Look at me now
Fresh faced Aveo looks younger and sportier, but is largely unchanged
Renault Clio R27 - From benign to beng
F1 homage has the makings of a hot hatch, but only if you keep the revs high.
Porsche 911 facelift - Not just skin deep
New generation flagships have undergone exciting changes to the body, engine and transmission
 
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