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.

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

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

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

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

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

Claire Evans, Fri Feb 06 2026

Skoda Elroq long-term test

The Skoda Elroq is one of our favourite electric SUVs, but what's it like to live with? Our Used Car..

George Hill, Mon Nov 17 2025

Toyota RAV4 long-term test

With plug-in hybrid power and plenty of space, the latest Toyota RAV4 could be the perfect SUV for a..

Darren Moss, Thu Aug 28 2025

Mazda CX-80 long-term test

If you're in the market for a plush and practical SUV, should you consider the Mazda CX-80? We've be..

Steve Huntingford, Sun Aug 03 2025

Used Tesla Model 3 Performance long-term test

The first-generation Model 3 is now available at bargain prices, but is running an ageing electric c..

James Tute, Fri Aug 01 2025

Mercedes E-Class Estate long-term test

The Mercedes E-Class makes for an exceptionally comfortable cruiser, but can those credentials be bo..

Stuart Milne, Wed Jul 23 2025

Renault 5 long term test

Back in January, we named the new Renault 5 as our overall Car of the Year, but now we're seeing if..

Claire Evans, Sat Jun 14 2025

Ford Capri long-term test

The iconic Ford Capri has been reborn as a sleek electric SUV, but what’s it like to live with? Our..

Mark Pearson, Sun May 25 2025

Fiat Doblo long-term test

Can the Fiat Doblo provide the right amount of space and enough range for a videographer spending li..

Tom Goodban, Thu Apr 10 2025

Toyota Corolla Touring Sports long-term test

Can the Toyota Corolla Touring Sports provide the perfect blend of practicality and frugality for a..

Jonty Renk, Thu Apr 10 2025

Cupra Tavascan long-term test

The Tavascan is Cupra's first electric SUV, with slightly sportier pretensions than many of its riva..

Allan Muir, Sun May 04 2025

Land Rover Defender 110 long-term test

The Land Rover Defender 110 has been around a while now, so is it still a great buy? We're living wi..

Will Nightingale, Sat May 10 2025

Volkswagen Golf GTI long-term test

Once upon a time, the Volkswagen Golf GTI was the pinnacle of hot hatchbacks, and now our deputy edi..

Darren Moss, Sun Apr 13 2025

Renault 5 long term test: report 2