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In this issue

VOLKSWAGEN T-ROC
Popular small SUV gains full hybrid power for its second generation, but it’s on the inside where the changes really count

BMW M3 CS TOURING
Sharpest, most powerful – and priciest – version of BMW’s muscular executive hot rod proves its mettle in the twisties.Your dog would like it, too

BEST ELECTRIC CARS OF THE YEAR
With more hybrid, plug-in hybrid and pure electric cars on sale now than ever before, we name the winners in 15 categories, from small to performance cars, plus our Readers’ Choice from the new models coming soon

BUT NOT FORGOTTEN
The Kia Ceed family hatch made up for what it lacked in excitement in sheer user-friendliness

Volkswagen T-Roc

In its second generation, this small SUV gets an upgraded interior with more space On sale Late 2025 Price from £32,000 (est)

5 mins

BMW M3 CS Touring

Hardcore version of our favourite performance car has even higher limits - but can it justify its price? On sale Now Price from £126,275

2 mins

MG IM5

All-new electric Tesla Model 3 rival comes with a lofty specification and a competitive price On sale September Price from £39,450

3 mins

MG IM6

Using the same underpinnings as the IM5 executive car, this new electric SUV has the Tesla Model Y in its sights On sale Now Price from £47,995

2 mins

Hyundai Inster Cross

New trim level gives one of our favourite small electric cars a tough new look and lots of standard kit On sale Now Price from £28,755

3 mins

Audi Q3 Sportback

New coupé SUV eschews electric power but brings in bold looks and a tech-heavy interior On sale Late 2025 Price from £39,800

3 mins

Ford Ranger PHEV

New plug-in hybrid version of Ford's top-selling pick-up truck offers a more affordable alternative to a traditional diesel On sale Now Price from £40,841 (exc VAT)

2 mins

Vauxhall Mokka GSE

Go-faster version of Vauxhall's small electric SUV gets a power hike and upgraded underpinnings On sale Late 2025 Price from £40,000 (est)

1 mins

Kia EV6 GT

Updates to this electric performance car aim to make it more fun to drive

2 mins

KGM Actyon

South Korean brand's line-up expands further with this sleeker-look ng sibling of the Torres family SUV On sale Now Price from £38,649

2 mins

Gov't confirms EVs eligible for grant

Savings of up to £3750 are available on new electric vehicles costing less than £37,000, but most get £1500 off

1 mins

BEST CHILD CAR SEATS OF 2025

Looking to buy a new child seat? We've tested and rated nine of the latest examples to help you find the best one for your needs

10+ mins

APPLE CARPLAY ULTRA EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW

Apple's latest smartphone mirroring software adds a host of new features that might make life easier while driving – but it hasn't been universally welcomed. We take a closer look

3 mins

The price is right

Anyone looking for a new, affordable electric family SUV should have these contenders from MG and Skoda on their shortlist. But where is your money best spent?

8 mins

Masters tournament

The 2005 Volkswagen Golf GTI is still revered by fans. We put it up against the latest version to see what 20 years of progress has brought to its game

6 mins

Some like it hot...

...but what about electric cars? We find out how much their ranges can be affected by extreme temperatures on a Spanish road trip

9 mins

ELECTRIC CAR AWARDS 2025

Looking to buy a fully electric car or a plug-in hybrid? Well, there's now a wide variety to suit all needs and budgets. To help you choose, we've named the year's best options, both new and used

6 mins

BMW X3

Our time with this upmarket family SUV has emphasised the fact that driver enjoyment and family-friendly practicality can still go hand in hand

3 mins

Renault 5

Back in January, we named this small electric hatchback as our overall Car of the Year. Now we're seeing if it continues to impress in day-to-day use

3 mins

Peugeot e-208

I'VE NOW HAD my Peugeot e-208 for six months and have spent countless hours in the driving seat - both on the move and when plugged into public chargers. And that's given me plenty of time to assess its interior.

1 mins

Land Rover Defender 110

I'VE ALREADY RACKED up more than 2000 miles in my Land Rover Defender, with a mixture of urban commuting, weekend trips to the country and even a family holiday to France.

1 mins

Skoda Elroq

We know the Skoda Elroq is a great car; after all, it's our reigning Family Electric SUV of the Year. But what's it like to live with? We're finding out

3 mins

Ford Capri

WHAT BETTER TEST of a new car than to load it up with enough luggage for a family of four and then subject it to a two-hour drive to the coast for a summer holiday?

1 mins

Volkswagen Golf GTI

AMERICAN AUTHOR Richelle Mead said that “for every bad thing in life, there are more good things to tip the balance”, and sure enough, although I’ve found something that annoys me in my Volkswagen Golf GTI, there's plenty else about it that I do like.

1 mins

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate

Don't sign up for that SUV just yet; this imposing and spacious estate might well suit you better

3 mins

Kia Ceed 2018-2025

This no-nonsense family car was no class leader, but it played a crucial part in Kia's growth

2 mins

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What Car? UK Magazine Description:

Publisher: haymarket-consumer-media

Category: Automotive

Language: English

Frequency: Monthly

What Car? magazine has been Britain’s best guide to buying a car almost 40 years.

Its blend of authoritative comparison tests, ground-breaking investigations, consumer surveys, money-saving advice and comprehensive data is a one-stop shop for anyone looking for a new car.

The result is that more than 20 per cent of the UK’s 2.4 million new-car buyers consult What Car? before making decisions on their purchases.

What Car? continues to widen its influence its award-winning website, WhatCar.com and the What Car? Price Guide.