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Who builds a proper new-age Micra, Nissan or Geely? | Editor's Choice July 2026
The Micra is an archetypal runabout, but could it be about to lose its crown?

New VW ID. Polo Coming Soon: Specs, price and release info
Reborn Polo first of a wave of affordable new electric cars from VW, Cupra, Skoda and others in the wider family

Geely EX2 (2026 - ) review
China’s best-selling car has arrived – it’s affordable, spacious and cute, should the Renault 5 be worried?

Honda Civic (2025 - ) review
Honda’s family-friendly hatchback is comfortable, spacious, good to drive and worthy of your shortlist

Best small cars: top compact cars to buy in 2026
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

Leapmotor B05 (2026 - ) review
The Leapmotor B05 is a rear-wheel-drive electric hatchback, but is it worthy of your attention?

Citroen e-C3 Hatchback (2024 - ) review
The new ë-C3 is one of the cheapest electric cars you can buy and with its decent range and fun styling we think Citroën is on to a winner

CUPRA Born (2026 - ) review
Cupra has found much success with its sporty electric Born hatchback. Now it’s time for an update and some upgrades…

Try, Buy, Dream – April 2026
This month’s selection of vehicles to try out, buy or simply dream about

Audi S3 (2024 - ) review
Does Audi’s hot hatch get the balance right between fun and day-to-day drivability?

Vauxhall Astra Hatch (2026 - ) review
Vauxhall’s longest-serving model gets a refresh – plus a rangier EV derivative.

XPENG G6 (2026 - ) review
It looks a lot like a Model Y … but the improved XPeng G6 might actually be better at doing a Tesla than Tesla itself!







