Launched in the UK last summer, SEAT’s new Ibiza still appears to be taking on its rivals with one hand tied behind its back.
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Avensis Tourer ups its game
Even before the recession the market for large family-sized cars like the Mondeo and Laguna was in a downward spiral. Some manufacturers looked into their crystal ball, did not like what they saw, and decided to concentrate on more leisure-oriented vehicles instead.
Mercedes adds eco-friendly touch
Mercedes-Benz has launched ‘eco’ version of its popular A-Class model - but just how economical is it on the road? Motoring editor Peter Carroll tests it out.
Used car test: Chrysler 300C Touring
The 300C Touring estate model was launched by Chrysler in 2006 to partner its equally sharp-looking 300C rear-drive executive class saloon. Both remain capable of turning heads - years after their launch. Iain Dooley checks out this mean-looking machine.
Porsche Cayenne gets spiced up
Porsche purists may have rolled their eyes when they heard it was going to launch its first diesel car -but stricter European laws governing vehicle pollution probably left the Stuttgart firm with little option.
Fiat 500 gets a sporting boost
The Fiat 500 has been given a sporting makeover by the firm’s performance division Abarth. The car has been acclaimed for its slick city appeal - now it has been thoroughly re-engineered to appeal to the driving enthusiast.
Laguna steers ahead of the pack
In these recessionary times it may seem ambitious of Renault to be launching an upmarket coupe costing up to £25,000 to put on the road. But the dynamics of downsizing mean the Laguna Coupe could find itself with a whole new customer base made up of former drivers of premium German metal.
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