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1 month ago | 
autoexpress.co.uk | Alex Ingram |Dean Gibson
While Audi first joined the EV fray with SUVs, the A6 Avant e-tron is arguably a better prospect than any of the pure-electric models that came before it. The combination of an estate car body and a powerful electric powertrain taps into a particular niche that Audi carved for itself with its petrol and diesel-engined cars; and with a long range and fast-charging capability, the A6 Avant e-tron delivers the kind of tech the company is also famous for.
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2 months ago | 
autoexpress.co.uk | Antony Ingram |Dean Gibson |Ellis Hyde |Alex Ingram
Seven-seater cars are as popular as ever with large families, and there’s a wider variety than ever to choose from with both SUVs and MPVs up for grabs. Our expert road testers have extensively tested every seven-seat car on today's market and here, we round up the top 10 best seven-seater cars to buy in the UK right now, based on this thorough real-world testing.
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Jan 7, 2025 | 
autoexpress.co.uk | Alex Ingram
I’m a big advocate of electric cars, especially if they’re small and energy efficient. I am also a petrolhead, so I hope that the cars enthusiasts love can continue to live on through more sustainable fuels. But try as I might, whether I’m looking at them from a financial point of view or an environmental one, I can’t see the point of plug-in hybrids.
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Nov 25, 2024 | 
autoexpress.co.uk | Shane Wilkinson |Jordan Katsianis |Chris Rosamond |Alex Ingram
There are a number of ways to invest your money, but few will bring as much enjoyment as owning a classic car. As with any investment, there’s a significant level of financial risk involved in the classic car market, so it’s best to pick a collector’s car that you can really enjoy. If it doesn’t lose anything or even goes up in value when it’s time to sell, then it’s a bonus.
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Nov 22, 2024 | 
autoexpress.co.uk | Alex Ingram
Electric cars have entered the automotive mainstream and now millions of car buyers are wondering if an EV could work for them. There are more and more electric cars available these days, but even the cheapest new electric car models are expensive, so why not consider buying a cheaper used electric car instead? Our road testers have thoroughly tested every electric car on the market and we’ve picked the best used electric cars currently available for a more affordable way into EV ownership.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
autoexpress.co.uk | Alex Ingram
Hybrid and electric cars have firmly entered the automotive mainstream, offering efficiency benefits over pure petrol and diesel powered counterparts. However, with higher list prices of electrified cars, not all of us can afford to buy a brand new hybrid car fresh off the production line. This is where one of our best used hybrid cars comes in. Hybrid cars have been around for years now and can provide the benefits of electric power alongside the reassurance of a petrol or diesel engine.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
autoexpress.co.uk | Alex Ingram
Coupes are cut from the same sort of cloth as sports cars, with importance placed on style, driving fun and performance ahead of more mundane things like practicality or fuel economy. Brand new coupes can be costly but, fortunately, the second-hand market is full of these rakish motors that you can buy with both your head and your heart. Our best used coupes offer plenty of appeal for your money.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
autoexpress.co.uk | Alex Ingram
British drivers love small cars, and since many people can't afford to buy brand-new models, it stands to reason that used small cars are the most popular of all. But which ones are the best to buy now? When we talk about small cars, we're really focusing on two different types of car - superminis and city cars - although there are more and more small SUVs these days and used small SUVs can be a viable option as well.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
autoexpress.co.uk | Alex Ingram
Family hatchbacks are one of the most versatile classes of car and that shows in their huge popularity. It all bodes well for used car buyers who will find a huge array of choice on the market but it can also mean pinpointing the best used hatchback to buy isn’t always straightforward. Below, we've picked out some of the best choices around, including our 2024 Used Hatchback of the Year.
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Nov 21, 2024 | 
autoexpress.co.uk | Alex Ingram
If you’re in need of a new vehicle to take on family duties, opting for a used family car could help save you money, while still keeping pace with the latest in-car technology and safety equipment. With so many used family cars on the market, selecting the best model to take on this task isn’t always easy. Our best used family car guide focuses on maximising value for money and space while excluding any small SUVs or crossovers.
