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Alastair_Crooks@autovia.co.uk @AllieCrooks • 23 miles added to EQA range • MBUX infotainment upgraded MERCEDES has updated its EQA and EQB, with the compact electric SUV and larger, more practical seven-seat EV receiving styling updates and a technology boost that adds the firm’s latest infotainment and extracts more range from both models’ batteries. The SUV duo get a new, broader front bumper and blanked-off grille arrangement, which features Mercedes’ badge to bring the cars into line with the firm’s larger EQ models, such as the EQE SUV. Both cars feature a light bar to connect the front light units, while at the rear Mercedes has restyled the tail-light internals subtly to keep the EQA and EQB looking fresh. However, the visual changes are minimal. The updates have also improved the aerodynamic…

sean_carson@autovia.co.uk • “Family-friendly practicality” and a range of around 300 miles • On sale in China initially, with a European debut possible KIA is continuing its roll-out of bespoke electric models with this new EV5 SUV. Following the EV6 sporty crossover and the EV9 large seven-seat SUV, the Korean brand has unveiled the production-ready design of its mid-size EV5, but has stopped short of confirming powertrain specifics. The official shots clearly show a family resemblance to the larger EV9, with the brand’s new Signature Star Map Lighting LED bar at the front. This combines with the EV5’s ‘Digital Tiger Face’ blanked-off grille. Kia says that the car’s rearmost pillars have been pushed back as far as possible and highlight the EV5’s family-friendly practicality, maximising the amount of room in the…

TESLA has unveiled its V4 Supercharger in the UK, with this latest version of the ultra-rapid charger designed with all electric cars in mind. From launch, every V4 Supercharger site will work with any EV featuring a CCS charging port. The new V4 Superchargers can charge at up to 250kW – the same as the outgoing V3 – allowing for an 80 per cent top-up of a Tesla Model Y in less than half an hour. However, Tesla has “future proofed” the unit and says it’s “capable of much higher speeds” – but remained tight-lipped about how fast it will ultimately be able to charge.…

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Alex_Ingram@autovia.co.uk @AxleIngram Running costs 60.1mpg (official) £57 fill-up Practicality Boot (seats up/down) 466/1,300 litres “The handling is safe and predictable, so it’s best to take it easy and reap the efficiency benefits” THE latest Hyundai Kona has proved to be a massive hit – so much so that we proudly named it our Car of the Year for 2023 at our New Car Awards in July. It’s a superb all-round family car, and with a fully-electric powertrain it delivers fantastic range, strong performance and excellent refinement at a price that has raised the eyebrows of a few competitors. As with the first Kona, however, electric drive isn’t the only option with this second generation of Hyundai’s compact SUV. The Korean brand is continuing to offer fully combustion-powered versions – a…

Richard_Ingram@autovia.co.uk @rsp_ingram Running costs 373 miles 250kW (10-80% 30 mins Performance 0-60mph/top speed 1.99 seconds/200mph TESLA is no stranger to controversy, and its Model S is now back in the UK, but with one caveat: it’s left-hand drive only. Those unfazed by this have a choice of two cars: the ‘standard’ 661bhp Model S, and the range-topping triple-motor Plaid. The Plaid is recognisable by its subtly upgraded bodywork, rear diffuser, carbonfibre bootlid spoiler and unique badging. Our car also featured Tesla’s optional 21-inch wheels, wrapped in Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tyres. These provide a huge level of grip, regardless of how much power you’re deploying – and power is something the Plaid has lots of. With 1,006bhp, no current production car accelerates faster; 0-60mph, according to Tesla, takes less than…

268bhp Powertrain 1x e-motor 62kWh Battery/range 273 miles 6.7 secs Performance 130mph 411 litres Seats up/down 986 litres A FRESH start for Smart presents an opportunity to transform both the brand’s image and the electric family car segment. Initial prices are keen; at £38,905, even this high-spec Premium trim undercuts many rivals. Tech highlights THE charming Smart ForTwo wasn’t for everyone, but there was no doubting its ingenious design. For the #1, Smart says this clever use of space remains, with the all-electric newcomer adopting a compact SUV body, with all the components laid out similarly to many EVs that have come before it. The Geely-derived SEA platform mounts its single electric motor on the rear axle, for rearwheel drive. With 268bhp and 343Nm, there’s an impressive amount of muscle…

WINNER Renault Megane E-Tech 1st RENAULT has strong EV form with the Zoe, but the Megane offers even greater versatility in a much more desirable package. In terms of interior design and infotainment tech, few rivals come close. Yet Renault has backed that up with a car that offers strong performance and keen handling, as well as the brand’s always-competitive finance deals. It beats the Smart here, but with a little more rear-seat space and a slightly longer real-world range, the Megane would be a formidable test for any rival. ● Keen handling● Great refinement● Brilliant infotainment tech● Strong equipment levels ● Firm ride● Underwhelming range● Poor rear visibility● Tighter in the rear INTERESTED? Scan the code for further information RUNNER UP Smart #1 2nd BASED on the specs, it’s…

SAME MONEY Audi Q4 e-tron THE pair of EVs here will find favour with buyers because of their looks, but dip into the used market and many might be lured by a premium badge instead. A two to three-year old Audi Q4 e-tron costs roughly the same, and there’s more than just a badge to recommend it. It’s incredibly spacious inside, it’s very comfortable and relaxing to drive, and pick the right model and it’ll achieve up to 321 miles between charges. ● Spacious cabin● Ride comfort ● Average performance● Dull handling SAME CLASS Kia Soul EV KIA has one of the broadest ranges of electric vehicles of any brand today, but it’s the less celebrated and quirky Soul EV that makes the most interesting rival to these two. For…

mail@autoexpress.co.uk AFTER 5,500 miles and six months, here is the headmaster’s final report card on the BMW X1 xDrive23i M Sport. But before we go into detail about your overall performance, X1, we would like to state officially how pleased we all were by your overall demeanour this term. To be honest, we expected less but got more from you in general. We enjoyed having you around, in other words, which is not what we thought we’d be reporting six months ago. Specifically, what we were impressed by were your varied attempts to deliver sophisticated on-board technology but in an understandable, highly approachable manner. This is a rare talent to possess and a difficult subject to succeed in, but all-in-all, you did very well indeed in offering so much tech…

Organic leather joins Bentley hides BENTLEY has introduced its first fully organic leather option. Olive Tan (above) uses an organic byproduct of the olive oil industry to treat the hide, reducing the water required and using a higher concentration of renewable chemicals. Bentley says the resulting leather is “incredibly soft” and worthy of inclusion in its most luxurious models. The brand already uses hides that are a byproduct of the meat industry to improve sustainability. Museum lecture schedule revealed THE National Motor Museum has revealed its autumn programme of specialist lectures by guest speakers. Held in Beaulieu’s theatre, it’s a great chance to hear experts on all kinds of motoring topics. The programme includes Fully Charged with Robert Llewellyn, 100 Years of MG with Jon Presnell and a Shell film…

John_McIlroy@autovia.co.uk @johnmcilroy • Petrol, diesel, plug-in and all-electric models part of VW strategy • More SUVs will appear, while GTI badge will transition to EVs VOLKSWAGEN is doubling down on development of its all-electric ID. range after a lukewarm reception to models such as the original ID.3 hatch and ID.4 and ID.5 SUVs, but it hasn’t forgotten cars with combustion engines. The German brand is readying a host of new ICE models, including a third-generation Tiguan SUV. The Tiguan is a big seller for VW across the globe, and this new model will give the family SUV a stay of execution in combustion-engined form. VW boss Thomas Schäfer previously outlined earlier this year that the Tiguan is such a significant name plate for the brand – just like the Golf…

Rolls Amethyst gets a gem-studded body FOLLOWING its unveiling at Monterey Car Week, Rolls-Royce has revealed a new version of its exclusive Droptail. Called Amethyst, the new one-off machine (above) “is inspired by the birthstone” of the son of the customer who commissioned it, and features amethyst gems on the interior and exterior. The car also has a veneer ‘aft deck’, while it represents the first time brushed and polished finishes have been used on Rolls’ famous grille. UK battery strategy announcement due THE Department for Business and Trade has announced that it will publish a report on 28 September detailing the UK’s battery strategy. The department is calling for input from industry, investors and battery engineers to influence the strategy. In a statement, DfBT minister Nusrat Ghani said: “I…

CROATIAN hypercar firm Rimac has unveiled a new Nevera Time Attack model, with only 12 units of the limited-run special set to be made. It’s been launched to celebrate a host of records – including a new EV production car lap record at the Nürburgring with the Nevera. The Time Attack features Michelin Cup 2R tyres and a special livery, with a Squadron Black base and Lightning Green stripes that are said to be inspired by “a peculiar weather phenomenon that happens before a storm”. The 12 Nevera Time Attack road cars are finished in the same spec as the car that set a blistering 7:05.298 lap time at the Ring, breaking the previous record by a massive 20 seconds. The production run is sold out, despite a price tag…

Alastair_Crooks@autovia.co.uk @AllieCrooks Performance 0-62mph/top speed 4.5 seconds/155mph THE roadster market is clearly under pressure, with Mercedes axing its SLC and the open-top Audi TT due to be shuffled out the back door this year. BMW’s Z4 has just received a facelift, though, perhaps in the hope that it can capitalise on the limited choice now available. Our first taste of the revised Z4 comes in range-topping, straight-six form. When we first drove the third-generation car back in 2019, we thought the lower-spec models with the smaller four-cylinder engine were the pick of the range. Both engines have been retained with the facelift, but the trim line-up has been simplified, and now comprises only M Sport and the M40i. The Z4’s mid-life refresh is minimal to say the least. There’s a…

Chris_Rosamond@autovia.co.uk IT’S Driver Power time again, and this time we’re looking at the most satisfying used cars to own in 2023, as judged by respondents to our ‘always on’ survey that rates a multitude of detailed vehicle attributes within 10 top-level categories. As always, the results are presented in our Top 75 rundown over the following pages, but this time around we’re kicking off with an extra list of the 10 best-value used cars as judged by their owners. It offers a unique insight into the models that are particularly worth considering during the cost-of-living crisis. UK’s No.1 car satisfaction survey results HOW THE TOP 75 CAR RATINGS WORK A. This number tells you where the car sits in the Driver Power used car top 75. Over the following pages,…

UK’s No.1 car satisfaction survey results THE Driver Power used car brand survey is designed to reflect the way owners think about all models across a manufacturer’s line-up. It includes responses and ratings for vehicles that may not make it into the top-75 used car model listings due to low sales or response rates, but when taken together with their stablemates they do add up to a statistically valid overview of owner attitudes to a given company. We’ve picked the top 12 best-performing brands out of the 30-plus included in the survey, revealing how owners feel about the firms’ performances across the same range of categories used in the top 75 model listings. We’ve also shared information about the percentage of drivers reporting vehicle faults within their chosen manufacturers, which…

217bhp Powertrain 1x e-motor 60kWh Battery/range 280 miles 7.5 secs Performance 99mph 440 litres Seats up/down 1,364 litres OUR test Megane is a mid-range version, but Techno trim is still very generously equipped. At £39,495, it’s more expensive than the Smart to buy outright, but as we’ll cover later, Renault’s consistently competitive finance deals mean it’s more affordable to purchase through other means. Tech highlights RENAULT and Smart have some history: a joint venture between the two firms created not only the outgoing ForTwo and ForFour models, but also the third-generation Twingo. While Smart’s rear-motor layout is the same as its previous city car models, the Megane’s CMF-EV platform (which is shared with the Nissan Ariya) uses a front-motor, front-wheel drive layout. At 217bhp and 300Nm, it’s not quite as…

SAME CLASS Jeep Avenger ONE of the most likeable and charming EVs we’ve driven in recent months, the Avenger gets all the character of larger Jeeps such as the Wrangler, but has composed on-road manners that make it a pleasant car to drive and easy to live with every day. Those SUV looks hide a model with a very modest footprint – it’s about the same length as a VW Polo – but Jeep has crammed in a 54kWh battery that helps to deliver an official range of 249 miles. For the money, there’s less space inside than the Megane, never mind the Smart, but the world needs more compact, competent EVs like this. ● Fabulous looks● Great to drive● Excellent packaging ● Some rivals have greater range● A little…

Got a query? products@autoexpress.co.uk THERE are a few rules and guidelines to follow when towing, and there is inevitably greater risk involved when two cars are joined by a rope or pole. In addition, the slow speed required makes you a hazard for other road users. So if you can find another way of transporting a vehicle when you need to, we’d recommend using it. A trailer, low loader, or getting it picked up through your workshop or breakdown service are safer options. If there’s no alternative then make sure you follow the regulations. An ‘On Tow’ sign must be displayed at the back of the vehicle being towed, and if the distance between the cars is more than 1.5 metres, a warning cloth needs to be placed around the…

IF you’re worried that you can’t keep an eye on your car 24 hours a day, then a CCTV camera for your driveway or garage will give you extra peace of mind, as well as being a deterrent to thieves. The latest domestic cameras can cost less than £20 and will easily connect to your wi-fi. This usually means you’ll be able to check the footage without getting out of bed, or even from the other side of the world while you’re away on holiday. In the past, we’ve rated the Wansview IP Camera ahead of the more sophisticated EZVIZ C8 purely on value for money. But EZVIZ is now offering an improved product, called the H8 Pro, with a substantial price cut. The Wansview is now £5 cheaper too,…

mail@autoexpress.co.uk THE swoopy lines of Audi’s long-in-the-tooth A5 weren’t enough to save it from a place near the bottom of our Driver Power results this year. A 71st position for ride and handling, and 75th for safety features – last place in the category – were its worst rankings, and there was nothing better than a midtable result for fuel economy and running costs to offset the damage. Even the elegant exterior failed to excite, with styling ranked an awful 73rd. If there was a highlight, it was the 17th place for servicing costs, but that’s not much of a selling point for a supposedly glamorous machine. A 72nd place for front-seat comfort and 74th for driving pleasure mean you can’t even enjoy the ride. WE SAID “The A5 remains…

AT the time of our test, the Fabia was a little long in the tooth when compared with the VW Polo or SEAT Ibiza, but there’s still a lot to like about this model. While the Skoda cost more than the MG when new (£15,160 vs £12,795), that gap has narrowed considerably today. Even when new, the Fabia was a compelling proposition with its torquier, more refined and efficient engine. It feels a lot more agile, too, thanks to its lower kerbweight (by 154kg). We found three times as many Fabias for sale as MG3s, and most of them were powered by the 1.0 TSI three-cylinder turbo petrol engine, although about one in eight has the 1.2 TSI four-cylinder. The bigger engine was replaced by the more efficeint 1.0-litre in…

IT’S dropped its estate models from the UK model line-up, but Volvo is still focused on practical cars, and has released a teaser shot (right) of a new MPV. Called the EM90, it’s being hailed by the company as its “first ever fully electric premium MPV” and is likely to have a similar-sized battery to the brand’s EX90 large electric SUV. It could offer more than 350 miles of range. The EM90 will make its global debut in November, with pre-orders for the car commencing at the same time. However, these will only be for the Chinese market; the EM90 isn’t likely to go on sale in the UK for the forseeable future.…

Steve_Fowler@autovia.co.uk @stevefowler “THE motorist is the most overtaxed creature in the country.” They weren’t the words we were expecting to come from the mouth of a sitting Conservative MP, but Greg Smith isn’t afraid of putting across an honest view, even if it’s in stark contrast to that of the current Tory Government. Self-confessed car fan Smith, who also sits on the Transport Select Committee, has taken to the roads around his 335-square mile Buckingham constituency in a classic Land Rover Defender, holding surgeries from the back seats of the off-roader that’s being powered by P1 sustainable fuels. We met up with Smith in the market town of Princes Risborough, where he gave us his views on everything from potholes to EV charging, and also talked about his love of…

mail@autoexpress.co.uk @AutoExpress HOT TOPIC Volkswagen ID.3 FROM: Rich JB THE problem is, compared with models such as the Volkswagen Golf and Scirocco etc, the ID.3 is just too boring to look at. It’s not a car that I look at and think: ‘God, I really want one of those’. FROM: Matthew Richards Until Volkswagen, SEAT and Skoda have physical buttons for heating, ventilation and air-con controls, as with an Audi, I’d never consider their EVs. Having them buried in menus is too dangerous when you’re driving. Join the debate at www.autoexpress.co.uk ■ “It’s a great car, but there’s nothing special about it. The Golf’s been bland for years, too.”Tomas Cesar Lampard ■ “Great hatchback, lovely steering and that MEB platform is just superb to drive.”Dennis Bjergø Madsen ■ “I do…

WHILE a Turbo R is never going to be a cheap car to run, buying wisely, finding a good specialist and being prepared to sort some jobs yourself means one of these cars won’t necessarily be a disastrous money pit. Going cheaper could cost you more in the long run so it’s worth spending more to get a really good one which has been well-cared for. Later fuel-injected cars are seen to be more reliable. Head gasket failures are reasonably common and very expensive to fix, so keep a close eye on the temperature gauge during your test drive, and check the history file to see if it’s had a fresh one fitted. Turbo Rs from 1990 onwards have the Active Ride Control system, which is pricey to sort when…

Alastair_Crooks@autovia.co.uk @AllieCrooks Running costs 256mpg (official) £61 fill-up Performance 0-62mph/top speed 7.7 seconds/140mph THE eighth-generation Vauxhall Astra represents one of the biggest changes for the British brand in its history. Offered with plug-in hybrid and fully electric power for the first time, the Astra’s appeal is broader than ever, which has been helped by the arrival of this Sports Tourer estate. While most buyers want SUVs, some still value the practicality of a wagon, so Vauxhall will continue to offer one – with different plug-in options. This Hybrid 180 driven here offers 178bhp and 320Nm of torque, thanks to its turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine and electric motor combination. Its 12.4kWh battery delivers up to 42 miles of electric-only range, according to Vauxhall. Factor in the £39,135 starting price for the…

10. Citroen C4 Cactus 91.19% THE C4 Cactus could be a top choice when you’re looking for value for money but don’t have too many other considerations. Read its entry in our survey (page 33) and you’ll find owners aren’t overwhelmed by its dynamics, practicality or style, but it’s doing something right, with a top-10 placing in the value category. Fuel and other running costs such as insurance and road tax are rated as middle-of-the-road, with servicing cost in 63rd. But reliability is a very reasonable 20th, and ultimately it’s the relatively low purchase price that makes this compact SUV a value leader, with a decent example available from around £5,400. 9. Mazda 3 Mk3 91.24% ANOTHER contender from the same period as the Cactus, the Mk3 Mazda 3 arrived…

TAKE one glance at the list prices and the #1 looks like great value for money. However, the overwhelming majority of drivers now opt for PCP finance, and here the Smart doesn’t quite stack up against the Megane. On a four-year agreement for both cars, with an £8,000 deposit and a 6,000-mile annual limit, the Megane is £348 a month, undercutting the #1 by almost £90 a month. A £2,000 deposit contribution certainly works in the Renault’s favour. Other running costs are cheap for both cars, though. Each one offers three years’ free servicing, and being electric, neither face any VED charges. The Smart is ever so slightly more efficient than its rival, which translates into a £24 saving each year on electricity bills, but the Megane costs £18 per…

ELECTRIC FAMILY CARS Both cars deliver plenty of appeal, but a few changes here and there could make them even better. “THE future of Renault’s hot models will be under the Alpine banner. We’ve had no confirmation that a fast Megane is on the horizon, but we think this platform would be a solid base from which to build a sharp-handling, exciting electric hot hatch.” “RENAULT’S finance deals have been a big selling point for a long time, and they helped the Megane first across the line here. If you’re happy to go for a shorter PCP – and are able to stump up a big five-figure deposit – then there’s zero per cent finance on a two-year deal.” “THERE’S definitely a great car somewhere inside the #1, but we’re…

Darren_Wilson@autovia.co.uk Running costs Range (tested)/tax 230 miles/£0 Practicality Boot (seats up/down) 522/1,451 litres Performance 0-62mph/top speed 5.3 seconds/99mph A LITTLE bit of Lexus luxury has landed in south London and been promptly renamed ‘the rocket car’ by my grandson Zachary. It hasn’t come from outer space, but the new, all-electric RZ certainly possesses futuristic looks, sounds and tech touches that I might not have thought were possible in a car just a decade ago. The Lexus rolled up last month on the same day that I waved goodbye to the excellent Citroen C5 X. The spec sheet was accessible via a QR code on the keyfob and I was gobsmacked to see the price tag. At £74,000, our new RZ is more than twice the price of the £34k Citroen.…

Lost Cars of the 1940s and ’50s Giles Chapman (The History Press, thehistorypress.co.uk) Price: £19.99 Rating: UNLIKE Chapman’s ‘Cars We Loved…’ books, this one won’t be a nostalgia trip! Full of interesting one-offs, prototypes and oddballs, it’s a fun gateway into the rabbit holes of dead marques. There are loads of obscure pictures that add to the appeal. Carmageddon Daniel Knowles (Independently published, amazon.co.uk) Price: £11.99 Rating: FILLED with at-times uncomfortable truths, this isn’t necessarily an anti-car book – it’s more aimed at educating those who might be a little too wed to the automobile, pointing out the damage cars have done to cities and ways of life, and advocating for more mindful use of them. It’s thought-provoking and well-written, if aimed a little more towards US readers. SpotRacers Available…

Trusted Reviews | Owner Opinion | Expert Advice CO2/tax 115g/km £35 Running costs 56mpg (1.2 petrol) £61.50 fill-up Performance 0-62mph/top speed 13.7 seconds/106mph THIS year marks 40 years since the Nissan Micra first arrived in the UK, the diminutive hatchback having already been launched in Japan as the March. While those first Micras were made in Japan, by the time the second edition went on sale in 1992, production was shared by Nissan’s plant in Sunderland, and the same would be true of the Mk3 that was launched in 2002. However, by the time the Mk4 (known by the internal code K13 at Nissan) featured here was introduced, production had moved to Thailand, Mexico, Chile and India, to cut costs. All Micra Mk4s sold in the UK were made in…

BY the time we pitted the MG3 against the Fabia, MG had sold 10,000 examples over the previous four years, and it planned to significantly accelerate sales by heavily revising its supermini. A new nose and much-improved infotainment were the key selling points, along with plenty of standard equipment. What didn’t change was the quality of some of the interior materials, which couldn’t compete with more mainstream rivals, and that was also true of the nonturbo 1.5-litre engine which was thirsty. It was more powerful than the Fabia’s powerplant, but it didn’t have the even spread of torque through the rev range. There are lots of MG3s on the used market, priced from just £4,000. This nets an 80,000-mile 3Style; trim levels were 3Time, 3Form, 3Form Sport then 3Style, although…

Alex_Ingram@autovia.co.uk @AxleIngram ● Shock as Spanish ex-champ reneges on McLaren deal ● Sam Bird joins fellow Brit Jake Hughes in Formula E WITH many international race series reaching boiling point, it appears the silly season of driver contract renewals is upon us. And, regardless of the series, it seems McLaren is never far away from being the centre of attention. In Formula One, things are fairly stable and predictable so far, with the Haas squad confirming that it will retain its driver pairing of Nico Hulkenberg and Kevin Magnussen in 2024. Big names such as Lewis Hamilton and the Ferrari pair of Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz (both of whom have contracts running to the end 2024) are still to commit to extending their current deals but, in public at…

SO, how might you react if discriminated against, abused and ripped off by a person working at a dealership, repair shop, filling station or insurance company? You’d rightly walk away and shop elsewhere – preferably with the type of people and at the sort of places that have more respect for you, your car and your family finances. More difficult, and then some, is deciding how to react to someone, in this case, Labour politician Sadiq Khan, who’s currently abusing, discriminating against and ripping off countless motorists he accuses of driving the ‘wrong’ cars which pollute excessively. These, incidentally, are the same vehicles that the UK’s Conservative Government, police forces, DVLA, DVSA and other national organisations officially declare as legal. But this matters not to London Mayor Khan who, as…