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BMW iX

BMW iX xDrive45 review 2025: Divisive looks remain but updated electric SUV is otherwise superb

Published 21 May 2025
By Matt Robinson
BMW updates the iX electric SUV with even more performance and range, but it’s the entry-level model that catches Matt Robinson’s eye.
Ford E-Transit Courier

Ford e-Transit Courier review

Ford e-Transit Courier brings fresh electric motoring to the compact commercial sector. Matt Robinson tries it out for size.
Published 01 May 2025
Porsche 911 Carrera S

Porsche 911 Carrera S review

Porsche gives the 992.2-generation 911 Carrera S an extra 30bhp and old-GTS chassis goodies, though Matt Robinson wonders what its USP is.
Published 25 April 2025
Zeekr 7X

Zeekr 7X electric SUV review

Zeekr launches its third model, the 7X luxury SUV, in Europe; Matt Robinson tries it out before a possible 2026 UK arrival.
Published 13 April 2025
Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida

Mild hybrid Alfa Romeo Junior review

Alfa Romeo adds a hybrid powertrain to its compact Junior crossover range, and Matt Robinson reckons it helps it punch above its weight.
Published 21 March 2025
Porsche 911 GT3

Sensational Porsche 911 GT3 reviewed

As Vanessa Williams once (sort of) sang: Porsche’s gone and saved the best 911 GT3 until last. We’ve driven it.
Published 29 January 2025
Skywell BE11

Skywell BE11 electric SUV review

Skywell BE11 is a new electric SUV option in the market, but it’s one to avoid at all costs says Matt Robinson.
Published 27 November 2024
Volvo XC90

Updated Volvo XC90 review

Volvo gives its excellent XC90 a second facelift to keep the reaper at bay and Matt Robinson struggles to find much wrong with it.
Published 25 November 2024
Ford Explorer

2024 Ford Explorer electric crossover review

Ford relaunches the Explorer as a compact electric vehicle for Europe. Matt Robinson drives it in the UK.
Published 12 November 2024
Mini Aceman

2025 Mini Aceman crossover EV review

Mini brings a smaller, all-electric crossover to the scene, and it’s called the Aceman. Matt Robinson takes the wheel.
Published 29 October 2024
Aston Martin Vanquish

2024 Aston Martin Vanquish review

Aston Martin Vanquish is a super-GT wearing a legendary nameplate. Matt Robinson asks, can it deliver?
Published 29 October 2024
Kia EV6

Updated 300-mile-plus Kia EV6 review

Kia updates the EV6 with a bigger battery, smart looks and faster charging. Matt Robinson has driven it in the UK.
Published 24 October 2024
Porsche Macan

Entry-level Porsche Macan EV review

Porsche Macan range swells to four models, including a first-ever two-wheel-drive variant. Matt Robinson tries them out for size.
Published 18 October 2024