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DS Automobiles DS 9 review 2021 by Will Dron for Sunday Times Driving.co.uk

DS 9 E-Tense review

The new DS 9 brings French savoir faire to the executive saloon car market. Will it tempt buyers away from Audi, BMW and Volvo?
Published 28 June 2021
Audi Q4 e-tron review 2021

Audi Q4 e-tron review 2021

Audi's first battery electric compact SUV is an upmarket take on the Volkswagen ID.4 and Skoda Enyaq.
Published 18 June 2021
New Jaguar F-Pace 2021 review by Will Dron for Sunday Times Driving.co.uk

Jaguar F-Pace 2021 review

The Jaguar F-Pace has been updated on the outside, has an all-new interior and new engines, including a plug-in hybrid for the first time.
Published 25 May 2021
Porsche Taycan Turbo S Cross Turismo review by Will Dron for Sunday Times Driving.co.uk

Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo review 2021

Porsche has jacked up the Taycan and given it more space for luggage. Over to you, farmer Giles.
Published 13 May 2021
Audi e-tron GT 2021 review by Will Dron for Sunday Times Driving.co.uk

Audi e-tron GT 2021 review

The Audi e-tron GT isn't just a rebadged Porsche Taycan — it's a work of art in its own right, says Will Dron.
Published 13 May 2021
Kia Sorento PHEV plug-in hybrid review 2021

Kia Sorento PHEV review 2021

The new Kia Sorento seven-seat SUV is the first in its line to get the plug-in hybrid treatment. Will Dron takes it for a test drive.
Published 21 April 2021
Skoda Enyaq iV 2021 review by Will Dron for Sunday Times Driving.co.uk

Skoda Enyaq iV 2021 review

Just how important is the Skoda Enyaq? “This is probably the most important car in our 126-year history,” says the PR man.
Published 14 April 2021
Vauxhall Mokka and Mokka e electric car 2021 review by Will Dron for Sunday Times Driving.co.uk

Vauxhall Mokka petrol and electric 2021 review

The new Vauxhall Mokka comes in petrol and electric forms, the latter managing 201 miles per charge. Will Dron takes them for a spin.
Published 02 April 2021
Citroën ë-C4 electric 2021 review

Citroën C4 petrol and ë-C4 electric 2021 review

The new Citroën C4 has a quirky design and comes in petrol, diesel and pure-electric guises. Does it have standout driving manners, though?
Published 24 March 2021
BMW M3 and M4 Competition 2021 review

BMW M3 and M4 review

The new sixth generation BMW M3 and M4 have a lot to live up to — has Munich delivered the magic again?
Published 12 March 2021
2021 Vauxhall Insignia review by Will Dron for Sunday Times Driving.co.uk

Vauxhall Insignia review 2021

It’s fair to say the Vauxhall Insignia hasn’t always been regarded as the coolest saloon in the executive car park. Does the new one change that?
Published 04 March 2021
2020 Ford Puma ST review by Will Dron for Sunday Times Driving.co.uk

2020 Ford Puma ST review

The Puma crossover gets Ford's performance car treatment. Can it earn its place next to the fabulous bargain Fiesta ST and Focus ST models?
Published 04 December 2020