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BMW M3 saloon

The best everyday M3, with the same breadth of performance as the coupé

BMW M3 saloon
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BMW 125i Convertible first drive

One of the finest-handling four seat cabrios available, but not as much of a driver's car as the Coupe

BMW 125i Convertible first drive
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Subaru Impreza GB270 first drive

Last-of-the-line WRX is typically great to drive, and even better value. Get one while you can.

Subaru Impreza GB270 first drive
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Volkswagen Touareg V10 TDI Altitude first drive

Monstrous V10 VW 4x4 is becoming a relic, but it's a likable one all the same

Volkswagen Touareg V10 TDI Altitude first drive
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Honda Civic Type-R FD2 first drive

Japan’s firebrand Civic could be the ultimate front-drive track day weapon

Honda Civic Type-R FD2 first drive
Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI Classic
Superb got the subtlest of facelifts in 2006
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Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI Classic first drive

This 2.0-litre diesel makes too much sense to turn down.

Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI Classic first drive
Volvo V70 T6
The business end, and Volvo's big estate still does the business
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Volvo V70 T6 first drive

Big, brisk and comfortable; this is the big Volvo estate we’ve been waiting for.

Volvo V70 T6 first drive
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Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi first drive

Ford's traditional favourite takes big steps forward on class, space, quality and comfort

Ford Mondeo 2.0 TDCi first drive
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Renaultsport Mégane 2.0 dCi 175

The finest hot hatchback on the road made a smidgeon more sensible. Lacking in drama, but not in real-world appeal.

Renaultsport Mégane 2.0 dCi 175
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Renaultsport Clio R27

Clio sharpens up its act for the track. Great, but we'd wait for the cheaper Cup version.

Renaultsport Clio R27
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Dodge Avenger 2.0 CRD SE

Not a bad European family saloon for US brand Dodge, but not a good one either.

Dodge Avenger 2.0 CRD SE

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