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  Essential Range Rover Evoque buyer’s guide
  The Range Rover Evoque is certainly not the first stylish Land Rover car but it was still a bit of game changer when it came along in 2011. Combining the deeply...
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  Twin test: low-tax large executive cars
  To own a big, second-hand executive saloon you need a massive wad of cash to run one, right? Wrong. Choose wisely and a frugal executive car that is kind on...
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  Peugeot 308: which one should you choose?
  If you’re looking for a new hatchback then the Peugeot 308 is a must on your list of cars to test-drive thanks to its low running-costs, practical interior and stylish looks. It...
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  Car warranties: all you need to know
  Peace of mind when you’re buying a new or used car is very important – it’s a big purchase after all. One of the key benefits to car warranties is they...
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  Our four favourite facts about the Audi A4
  When we tested the 2015 Audi A4 Saloon in Italy in September, and again in the UK this week, we came away very impressed. It’s got one of the most...
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  It's cheaper than petrol - but should everyone go diesel?
  Whether your car consumes petrol or diesel, the fall in fuel prices over the past 12 months will have proven inescapable. For Britons still emerging from the post-recession shock of...
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  Twin Test: Ultra-compact city cars
  It’s the battle of the ultra-compact city cars with the Smart ForTwo taking on Toyota’s IQ. Which is best for zipping through grid-locked streets, can park in the smallest of...
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  Vauxhall Corsa: which one should you choose?
  Since the original’s launch in 1993 the Vauxhall Corsa has been one of Britain’s best-selling small hatchbacks. Vying for buyers’ attention alongside other capable compact hatches such as the Ford Fiesta,...
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  SEAT Leon: which one should you choose?
  The SEAT Leon is one of the UK’s best-selling cars. Based on the VW Group’s modular MQB architecture – which is shared by other cars in the group such as...
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  Safety features of today – which are worth considering?
  Safety’s taken a much higher ranking position in the car buying decision process over recent years. Wind the clock back to before the experts at Euro NCAP started their very public...
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  VW Golf: which version is best?
  It’s become something of a default, but the VW Golf is the answer to every ‘which car’ question you’ll ever hear uttered. Want a family car? Buy a VW Golf....
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  The pros and cons of buying new or used cars
  Buying a new car can be both exciting and nerve wracking in equal measure. With so much choice and so many offers available, it can be hard to work out...
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  Nissan Micra: which version is best?
  There’s not an enormous amount of variation in the Nissan Micra line-up, but it can still be a hard task working out which engine and trim is best for you. We’ve...
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  Is the Volkswagen Up the ideal city car?
  Since it was launched back in 2012, the Volkswagen Up has caused quite a stir, winning a string of awards including the 2012 World Car of the Year. It also...
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  Suzuki Swift: A look back
  The history of the Suzuki Swift in the UK is a bit of a confusing mishmash of hatchbacks, saloons, and small SUVs, all with different names depending on where they...
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  New Jaguar XF saloon: six secrets for success
  This autumn will see the unleashing of the second generation Jaguar XF saloon, the British brand’s excellent new challenger in the executive segment. It’s got the requisite credentials to take on...
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  Honda Civic: which version is best?
  You want a Honda Civic but don’t know where to start – fear not, because Parkers is here to help point you in the right direction. As well as highlighting what...
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  New Mercedes-Benz A-Class: Guide to 2015 changes
  When the third-generation of the Mercedes-Benz A-Class was launched back in 2013, the big news was that it was no longer an MPV-like, high-roofed small hatchback, in its place was...
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  Vauxhall Astra: New vs old
  The Vauxhall Astra is one of the UK’s best-selling cars and has been making regular appearances on the top 10 lists since it first went on sale back in 1980.  With...
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  Twin Test: Massive Load Luggers
  Two-wheel drive tow-cars that can haul heavy trailers are all well and good on the road, but if you need to drag something weighty on rough terrain then you’ll want...