Long-term tests

As well as reviewing and group testing cars, we put them through the rigours of family life across thousands of miles of driving to see what they're like when you live with them every day.

Mini Cooper Electric long-term test

Can Mini's smallest electric car be the perfect answer for someone who lives in the city? We're livi..

Eleanor Cooper, Tue Dec 16 2025

Abarth 600e long-term test

It looks the part, but can the electric Abarth 600e deliver the driving thrills of a traditional hot..

Mark Pearson, Sat Nov 15 2025

Volvo XC60 plug-in hybrid long-term test

Our deputy editor wanted a comfortable family SUV which could help to slash his running costs. Can t..

Darren Moss, Sat Mar 28 2026

Skoda Enyaq long term test

The Skoda Enyaq is a multi-award-winning large electric SUV, and our current Used Car of the Year, b..

Claire Evans, Wed Apr 01 2026

Citroën C3 Aircross long-term test

Our videographer needed something small and efficient with space for his camera gear, can the latest..

Tom Goodban, Sat Apr 18 2026

Renault 4 long-term test

Based on our 2025 Car of the Year, the reinvented Renault 4 is one of the cheapest new small electri..

Allan Muir, Tue Apr 14 2026

BMW iX long-term test

BMW's largest electric SUV might be super luxurious, but it's also expensive to buy. Can low running..

Dan Jones, Tue Mar 03 2026

Cupra Leon long-term test

Can a plug-in hybrid hot hatch be efficient for the commute but fun on the weekends? Our Used Cars W..

George Hill, Thu Jan 15 2026

Toyota Land Cruiser long-term test

Our chief photographer wants a car that'll take him off the beaten track when he needs, while effort..

John Bradshaw, Tue Mar 03 2026

Cupra Terramar long-term test

With its racy demeanour, does the Cupra Terramar put the sport in sport utility vehicle? We've got s..

Stuart Milne, Wed Nov 05 2025

Volvo EX30 long-term test

The EX30 is the most affordable way into a new electric Volvo – but what's this small SUV like to li..

Allan Muir, Fri Oct 17 2025

Audi E-tron GT long-term test

Our testing has shown that this electric performance car is thrilling to drive, but is it also enjoy..

Steve Huntingford, Sun Nov 16 2025

Nissan Qashqai e-Power long-term test

Nissan's range extender family SUV promises EV driving manners and good economy, but what's it like..

Claire Evans, Thu Jan 08 2026

BYD Sealion 7 long-term test

Our high-mileage video editor wants to go electric, but needs a car capable of covering big miles –..

Jonty Renk, Wed Oct 01 2025

Used Land Rover Discovery long-term test

Our deputy editor thinks that by choosing a used company car, he can live the high life on a budget..

Darren Moss, Sat Nov 29 2025

Volkswagen Transporter long-term test

The VW Transporter has long been a staple of the medium van market, so now we're living with one to..

Max Edleston, Thu Jul 24 2025

Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida long-term test

Our chief photographer wanted an economical car that he'd enjoy racking up miles in, and that won't..

John Bradshaw, Tue Aug 26 2025

Vauxhall Grandland Electric long-term test

Our sub-editor needs a comfortable, practical car for a lengthy commute and active weekends. We're f..

Chris Haining, Fri Aug 08 2025

Honda Civic long-term test

Can the latest Honda Civic combine style, practicality and efficiency in a single package? We're liv..

Tom Goodban, Fri Oct 31 2025

Nissan Qashqai e-Power long-term test: report 1