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Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 2021 first drive

Affalterbach's first production electric effort combines a luxurious interior with monstrous performance

19 December 2021
Mercedes-AMG EQS 53 2021 first drive
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Mercedes-Benz S500 L 4Matic 2021 UK first drive

German limousine does comfort exceptionally well, but more striking still is how adept it is dynamically

18 December 2021
Mercedes-Benz S500 L 4Matic 2021 UK first drive
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Kia Ceed Sportswagon 1.5 T-GDI '3' 2021 UK first drive

A strong estate with driver’s appeal but not a class leader

7
17 December 2021
Kia Ceed Sportswagon 1.5 T-GDI '3' 2021 UK first drive
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Volkswagen Taigo 1.5 TSI 150 R Line 2021 UK first drive

Probably not an Autocar reader’s cup of tea but has a decent interior and is quite likeable to drive

7
17 December 2021
Volkswagen Taigo 1.5 TSI 150 R Line 2021 UK first drive
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Kia Ceed 1.0 T-GDi ‘2’ 2021 UK drive

With a new badge and refreshed looks, does the base Ceed still impress us?

8
16 December 2021
Kia Ceed 1.0 T-GDi ‘2’ 2021 UK drive
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BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport 2021 UK first drive

Impressive yet conventional EV saloon is clearly designed to help buyers make the big decision to ditch ICE – and it succeeds

9
15 December 2021
BMW i4 eDrive40 M Sport 2021 UK first drive
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Cupra Born 2021 UK first drive

On its first UK appearance, Cupra’s electric hot hatch shows promise and annoyance in equal measure

7
15 December 2021
Cupra Born 2021 UK first drive
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Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo 2021 first drive

Low-slung estate gives up little dynamism from what was already one of the most sporting EVs on sale

10
14 December 2021
Porsche Taycan GTS Sport Turismo 2021 first drive
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Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDi HEV AWD 2022 first drive

Fifth-generation SUV has a bold new style. Does it have the substance to back it up?

7
14 December 2021
Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDi HEV AWD 2022 first drive
First Drive

Porsche 911 Carrera GTS 2021 UK first drive

Carrera S too sensible but a GT3 too wild (or, indeed, too unattainable)? Step forward the Carrera GTS, tested here in 'purist' guise

9
14 December 2021
Porsche 911 Carrera GTS 2021 UK first drive
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BMW iX xDrive40 M Sport 2021 UK first drive

Has ride refinement you won’t find elsewhere and is agile for a big car. A few frustrating ergonomics, though

8
13 December 2021
BMW iX xDrive40 M Sport 2021 UK first drive
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Kia Proceed 1.5 T-GDi GT-Line 2021 UK first drive

Facelifted family saloon aims to blend racier looks and an agile chassis with everyday practicality, frugal running and a comfortable ride

7
13 December 2021
Kia Proceed 1.5 T-GDi GT-Line 2021 UK first drive

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