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MG S5 EV review 2025 | The Car Expert

6 days ago | thecarexpert.co.uk | Stuart Masson

Make and model: MG S5 EVDescription: Small-medium electric SUVPrice range: from £28,495MG says: “The MGS5 EV is a new generation of versatile SUV, combining rapid charging, generous cabin space, intelligent driver controls, exciting driving dynamics, and abundant safety features all as standard.”We say: The MG S5 EV is a practical and well-equipped electric family car that offers excellent value for money, although it’s not the most exciting to drive.
Dacia Bigster (2025 onwards)

1 week ago | thecarexpert.co.uk | Sean Rees

The Dacia Bigster is a mid-sized SUV and the biggest model in Dacia’s UK range, which became available to order in Spring 2025. Described by the Carbuyer team as a “bigger-booted Dacia Duster“, the Bigster has received a warm reception from the British motoring media to date, though various automotive outlets have taken issue with the SUV’s interior trim and driving refinement.
New Audi A6 saloon on sale in May

1 week ago | thecarexpert.co.uk | Sean Rees

Audi has unveiled its new A6 saloon, which will be available to order in May with both petrol and diesel power and three different trim choices to choose from.
MG S5 EV (2025 onwards)

1 week ago | thecarexpert.co.uk | Sean Rees

The MG S5 EV is a small all-electric SUV/crossover that arrived in UK showrooms in 2025 as the replacement for the now-retired MG ZS EV. Built on the same foundations as the highly-regarded MG 4 hatchback, Top Gear’s Paul Horell argues that the S5 EV has “vanishingly little charisma” on the road, but is “competent and cheap enough” to be on your family car shortlist.
Renault Austral given styling and tech updates

1 week ago | thecarexpert.co.uk | Sean Rees

Renault has given its mid-size Austral SUV a mid-life facelift, including an exterior styling refresh, more on-board tech and a quieter driving experience. The SUV – only available as a petrol-electric hybrid – has been given a redesigned diamond pattern front grille, new-look bumpers, a different bonnet shape and slimmer LED headlights which make the Austral more closely resemble the similarly-sized Rafale coupé-SUV that arrived in the UK last year.
Revised Renault Mégane and Scenic E-Tech trim line-up lowers price...

1 week ago | thecarexpert.co.uk | Sean Rees

Renault has revised its electric Mégane E-Tech and Scenic E-Tech trim ranges as part of an update that lowers the entry-level price tag of both models and introduces a one-pedal driving feature. First off, the Mégane E-Tech’s entry-level ‘Evolution’ trim is set to be scrapped, with the mid-range ‘Techno’ taking its place as the cheapest option in the range. This hasn’t raised the entry-level price however.
New Smart #5 Brabus to arrive by the end of the year

1 week ago | thecarexpert.co.uk | Sean Rees

Smart has previewed its upcoming electric #5 Brabus performance SUV which the brand says will become available to order in the UK towards the end of this year. This high-power electric SUV is Smart’s fastest and most powerful model to date. It is powered by the same 100kWh battery as the high-spec #5 ‘Premium’ model, but this Brabus variant has a dual-motor all-wheel drive powertrain producing 637hp. While the SUV weighs around 2.4 tonnes, it can reportedly complete a 0-62mph sprint in 3.8 seconds.
New Skoda Elroq vRS revealed

1 week ago | thecarexpert.co.uk | Sean Rees

Skoda has unveiled a range-topping ‘vRS’ performance version of its new compact Elroq crossover, which the brand says will become the fastest car in its UK range. Set to debut at the Milan motor show this year, the sporty all-electric Elroq vRS is all-wheel drive, with an electric motor on each axle. This 340hp motor pairing is powered by a 84kWh battery which can charge at speeds of up to 185kW at DC fast-charging stations, with a 10% to 80% battery top up taking around 26 minutes.
Hyundai Ioniq 6 facelift debuts

2 weeks ago | thecarexpert.co.uk | Sean Rees

Hyundai has unveiled its updated Ioniq 6 saloon with refreshed exterior looks and a few cosmetic interior tweaks. On display at the Seoul motor show in South Korea, the facelifted Ioniq 6 has thinner pixel-style daytime running lights and the main headlights have moved from the bonnet to the front bumper.
Everything you need to know about Renault

2 weeks ago | thecarexpert.co.uk | Andrew Charman

One of the world’s oldest and most familiar car brands is Renault. With its distinctive diamond logo, this is one of very few car manufacturers that can trace its history back as far as the 19th Century, and which very quickly expanded beyond its French beginnings to have a major influence across the globe.