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sean_carson@autovia.co.uk • New design and tech on show • Platform to support future EVs “A 3 Series-sized model based on the Neue Klasse platform is set to go into production from 2025” SAY hello to the next BMW 3 Series – in concept form, at least. While BMW isn’t saying so, its latest Vision Neue Klasse concept is a tech and design showcase of what’s coming from the brand in the future. And a model based on the German firm’s fresh Neue Klasse platform is set to go into production from 2025 as an all-electric 3 Series-sized saloon. The concept’s look is an evolution of the i Vision Dee show car that made its debut at CES 2023 in January. The low, wide machine features ‘phygital’ icons for BMW’s latest…

Alastair_Crooks@autovia.co.uk @AllieCrooks • Facelift boosts aero efficiency • Expected to go on sale in 2024 TESLA has a policy of frequent over-the-air updates, but the firm has at last revealed a properly facelifted version of its popular Model 3, designed to keep the mid-size saloon competitive against an ever-increasing line-up of rivals. We were blown away by the Model 3 when it arrived in 2019 – so much so that we named it our overall 2019 Car of the Year. But these days the Model 3 has many impressive competitors, in the form of the BMW i4, Polestar 2 and Hyundai Ioniq 6, so a mid-life refresh has been expected. Codenamed ‘Project Highland’, the revamp includes an exterior redesign that’s more subtle than the one given to the larger Model…

BYD rethink on UK cars’ dream badging BYD is to drop ‘Build your dreams’ badging from its Atto 3 and Seal models, after feedback from UK customers and journalists. All Seals will feature more discreet badges, while UK-spec Atto 3s currently in production are missing the slogan, and will reach showrooms and buyers in due course. The Dolphin supermini won’t get the same tweak, though, because its badging is stamped into the tailgate and would be expensive to change. Low-cost focus for new Renault SUV RENAULT has teased a new small SUV called Kardian that’s likely to be sold in several key international markets – but not the UK. The firm says the new car is “the start of a new model offensive outside of Europe”, meaning it’s likely to…

mail@autoexpress.co.uk @AutoExpress HOT TOPIC Jaguar I-Pace facelift FROM: Harald Buseth IT’S time for Jaguar to leave the diesel-grille look, which is fake anyway. The same goes for Audi, Mercedes and BMW. The rest of the car is beautiful, however, and doesn’t need a change. FROM: John Sainsbury THIS is hardly a Coventry Cat. Made by Magna Steyr in Austria with not a great range and a slow charging speed. I imagine the market is for Jag drivers who fancy an EV and haven’t done much homework. Join the debate at www.autoexpress.co.uk ■ “For the money, people are getting a Tesla or Kia EV6 instead. The I-Pace has been left behind.”Ed Ryan ■ “Always thought the I-Pace looked great in pictures, but slab-sided and awkward in real life.”Ian McLeod ■ “Such…

John_McIlroy@autovia.co.uk @johnmcilroy Electric motor Power/range 308bhp/354 miles Performance 0-62mph/top speed 5.9 seconds/112mph Practicality Boot (front/rear) 53/400 litres “The steering is direct enough for you to take advantage of the motor’s punch on flowing roads” BYD’S push into Europe continues apace. We’re expecting the Dolphin small hatchback to join the original Atto 3 SUV in showrooms any day now, and by the end of this year there will be three offerings for customers to consider, thanks to the Seal. To recap, this swoopy saloon, a rival for the Tesla Model 3 and Hyundai Ioniq 6, sits on the same e-Platform 3.0 as the Atto 3 and Dolphin, but it uses a different battery installation. Called ‘cell-to-body’, it in effect stitches the 11cm-tall blade-battery pack into the Seal’s structure, so the floor…

PRICE: £67,780 POWERTRAIN: 2.0-litre 4cyl petrol/1x e-motor, 448bhp 448bhp Powertrain 2.0 litre 4cyl 70 litres Fuel tank £106 fill up 4.9 secs Performance 112mph 468 litres Seats up/down 1,395 litres VOLVO recently renamed the trim levels on the XC60. The previous range-topping Inscription aligns with the Ultimate model we have here. At £67,780, it costs £1,080 less than its rival before options are added. Tech highlights THE XC60 and Velar were launched at a similar time, and both have since been treated to mid-life upgrades. While Range Rover focused mostly on cosmetic aspects, Volvo has made an effort to improve the XC60’s powertrain, too. Since the last time we assessed the XC60 PHEV, the electrical system has gained a boost. The battery has increased in size from 11.6kWh to a…

SAME CLASS Lexus NX 450h+ GREAT though our two contenders are, they can’t quite match the brilliant Lexus NX 450h+. Not only is it superb to drive, with refinement and competent handling in abundance, but its hybrid system is the best in the class. In EV mode, it has more power than either the XC60 or Velar, and the transition between petrol and electric drive is exceptionally smooth. Most of all, though, it’s frugal. It has a long electric-only range, but even with a flat battery, the NX is efficient – we achieved almost 50mpg. Throw in a flawless cabin and a brilliant infotainment system – a former brand weakness – and there’s very little to complain about. ● Frugal hybrid powertrain● Great chassis● User-friendly infotainment ● Some rivals are…

Got a query? products@autoexpress.co.uk THIS question stems from the time when both cross-ply and radial tyres were in common use and it was against the law to mix the two on the same axle. Given that just about every tyre on sale these days is a radial design, it is no longer a problem drivers need to be aware of to stay legal. However, while mixing tyres is not against the law, it is a good idea to have the same tyres on an axle, and all round. A mix of tyre patterns on the same axle can result in unstable braking, particularly in low-grip conditions such as in the wet and on snow. The risk would be greater if the mismatched tyres were on the front, although anti-lock braking…

ANYONE interested in car DIY requires a decent selection of tools, and the best way to store them is in a proper toolbox. We prefer plastic boxes because they’re lighter, don’t rust and won’t damage you or your car with sharp metal edges. Laser has just introduced a pair of boxes, the 380mm 8651 and 500mm 8652 (above). We pitched the latter against the Stanley winner and Draper runner-up from our last test (issue 1,778) to see how it rates. We checked how well each coped with our selection of hand tools and then added larger equipment, such as a torque wrench, hacksaw and adjustable wrench. We considered the organisers, tote design, size and price per litre. The Stanley still ticks all the right boxes and gets the full five…

mail@autoexpress.co.uk BMW may be known for its ‘ultimate driving machine’ slogan, but in our 2023 Driver Power new-car survey, owners appear to disagree. They award the 1 Series last place in the engine and gearbox categories, and also give the hatchback a lowly 67th position for ride and handling. A deeper dive into the results reveals that it’s the three-cylinder 1.5-litre engine’s note and the smoothness (or otherwise) of the gearbox that disappoint owners, along with the steering and brake responsiveness, which all rank in 70th or worse. Similarly poor results for front-seat comfort, climate controls and connectivity, plus a 68th place for the exterior styling, seal the BMW’s fate. WE SAID “The 1 Series is great to drive, with efficient-yet-punchy engines, while the ergonomics, build and infotainment are top-notch.…

Team-mates in tussle for WRC title glory FEW would have bet against Kalle Rovanperä taking his third win of the season in his home event at Rally Finland. But the championship leader crashed out and retired from the event, allowing team-mate Elfyn Evans (below) to take maximum points and his second win this season. With 25 points now separating Evans and Rovanperä, another retirement for the Finn could see the pair tie at the top of the table. Four events are left of the season and the rock-strewn tracks of the Acropolis Rally in Greece are next, where many teams will be happy just to reach the finish line.…

sean_carson@autovia.co.uk • Three-door-only electric MINI hatch revealed • Two versions on sale, with range of up to 250 miles MINI has reinvented its iconic hatch for its fifth generation, and the new car has just made its debut at the 2023 IAA Munich Motor Show. It is set to offer buyers both full-electric and petrol powertrains, as well as a new infotainment set-up that raises connectivity to the next level. While a petrol version will be available in time – sharing its dimensions with the Cooper EV models, but not their platform – the new electric MINI will be offered in two forms: Electric E and Electric SE. The former features a 40.7kWh battery and sends its energy to a single electric motor developing 181bhp and 290Nm of torque, with…

John_McIlroy@autovia.co.uk @johnmcilroy • VW’s famous nameplate to live on in electric age • Racy ID.2-based supermini due to arrive in 2026 VOLKSWAGEN has confirmed its intention to take the GTI performance brand into the all-electric age with its Munich show star, the ID. GTI Concept. The startling red baby hot hatch previews a faster version of VW’s forthcoming ID.2, a Polo-sized all-electric supermini with a target price starting at around £22,000. The German manufacturer has experimented with faster EVs already, badged as GTX – but the brand’s boss, Thomas Schäfer, is said to have decreed that the equity in the iconic GTI badge shouldn’t be wasted just because combustion engines are being dropped. The ID. GTI Concept is based on the ID. 2all show car revealed back in the spring.…

Alastair_Crooks@autovia.co.uk @AllieCrooks • Italian firm’s last petrol hurrah • V6 machine can hit 207mph WHILE Alfa Romeo’s line-up will be all electric by 2027, the Italian brand is giving itself a petrol-powered present in the form of the new 33 Stradale supercar. The new model is a tribute to the 33 Stradale that was built and raced in the late sixties. While only 18 of the original cars were built, the latest 33 Stradale’s production will extend to 33 units – offered with petrol power and in pure-electric form. The new 33 Stradale takes influences from the old model. There are rounded headlights, a modern interpretation of Alfa’s Scudetto shield, and a front clamshell bonnet that opens just like the original’s. The butterfly doors with overhanging glass are also a…

UK car production surged by almost 32 per cent in July compared with last year’s figure, marking the sixth consecutive month of increases. A total of 76,451 new cars rolled off British production lines in July, as brands recover from the global chip shortage that followed the pandemic. Despite this, the figure remains 29.4 per cent lower than in July 2019. Just 13,187 cars made in July were destined for British buyers, while 63,264 were built for export to overseas markets such as the EU, US, China, Japan and Australia. Forecasts claim UK car production will top 860,000 units this year, and could surpass one million by 2028.…

Chris_rosamond@autovia.co.uk LONDON’S newly expanded Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) is now in place, joining other similar restrictions in cities across the UK. Despite the legal battles and political wranglings, there are now daily charges in place for vehicles that don’t meet the new emissions rules. But rather than buy a newer ULEZ-compliant car, some drivers are looking to exploit a loophole and swap into an even older model which might pollute more. Most ULEZ rules state that vehicles which are more than 40 years old are officially considered ‘historic’. This makes them free to tax and MoT exempt, but also means they don’t have to pay ULEZ fees. As a result, there has been a surge of interest in older cars from drivers in London. Searches for the term ‘ULEZ’…

PLANS to introduce a Zero Emission Zone (ZEZ) in the centre of London have been dropped, according to Mayor Sadiq Khan, as protests continue against last week’s expansion of the Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ). The confirmation from City Hall that ZEZ planning has been shelved also came last week. The mayor’s office says it will be focusing on hitting London’s 2030 ‘net zero’ emissions targets in other ways, but also says it will support individual boroughs if they wish to implement their own local ZEZ schemes. The mayor had previously pledged to deliver a central-London ZEZ by 2025, saying it was likely that any vehicles with tailpipe emissions would have to pay a charge. This levy would have been placed on top of the £12.50 daily ULEZ fee and £15…

Performance 0-62mph/top speed 3.8 seconds/118mph Practicality Boot space 362 litres Electric motor Power/range 422bhp/311 miles “Overall, the handling seems acceptable, with a composed feeling from behind the wheel” THE name Zeekr might be new, but the brand does have some history, having started life as an offshoot from Geely-owned Lynk & Co, which is also offering sales in selected European markets. And there’s more familiarity because the Zeekr X SUV is closely related to the Smart #1 and based on the same SEA platform. Sales of Zeekr’s all-electric cars are set to start in Europe this year, with UK business likely to get under way by the middle of the decade. It’ll be this car, the X, along with the larger 001, that begins the push, and we’ve had an…

Alex_Ingram@autovia.co.uk @AxleIngram Performance 0-62mph 8.5 seconds (est) Running costs 31mpg (est) £61 fill-up WE always judge a car on whether it’s fit for purpose, but sometimes that purpose is a wild, out-there concept. And this is very much one of those occasions. Meet the Suzuki Jimny by Twisted. The firm known for customising Land Rover Defenders has now turned its hand to the smaller (but no less rugged) Japanese 4x4. The standard Jimmy has some fantastic qualities, but also a few flaws, many of which add to its charm. Twisted has sought to improve upon many of the latter, while maintaining what makes the car unique. The mini-Mercedes G-Class look has been toughened up with a set of 16-inch alloys wrapped in beefy off-road tyres. If you prefer a little…

ONE thing we have to do when comparing PHEV costs is take the fuel bills with a pinch of salt. Costs vary wildly based on how often you keep the battery charged, but also where and how you charge it. However, the Volvo was more frugal with an empty battery (on which our costs are based), and has a longer electric range than the Velar. In terms of finance, the XC60 again takes the lead. A low APR of just 1.9 per cent helps it here, and at £906 per month for a PCP agreement with a £5,000 deposit, it undercuts the Velar on matching terms by £96 – that’s a £3,456 saving over the course of the three-year term. The Range Rover costs slightly less to service over three…

PLUG-IN HYBRID SUVs Premium PHEVs have led the way in plug-in tech, although the pressure is mounting on the class best “IT’S hard to think of two cars that have aged more gracefully in this segment. But Volvo’s approach can be a lesson for JLR here – it hasn’t just focused on superficial updates; by improving the mechanicals of the XC60, it’s kept it fighting towards the top of the class.” “VOLVO has been more vocal than most brands about becoming EV-only, and it feels like the constant improvements to its PHEV tech are a dress rehearsal for its battery-only successors. We’re excited to find out how the EX30, the brand’s new electric baby SUV, will fare.” “JLR is relying on desirability to sell cars. The XC60 has a small…

Steve_Walker@autovia.co.uk Performance 0-62mph/top speed 10.4 seconds/130mph Practicality Boot (seats up/down) 508/1,583 litres Running costs 43.5mpg (on test) £76 fill-up “On holiday, our family car acquired a sizeable chunk of Welsh beach” THE Peugeot 408 is a relative newcomer to the Auto Express fleet, but it already feels like we’re old friends. It arrived fresh from Peugeot spotlessly clean, waxed and buffed, then days later I (not quite as thoroughly groomed) took it off for a family holiday to South Wales. We returned and were soon back into the swing of normal daily life, but as many parents returning from a week away will recognise, the Peugeot 408 had gained some weight: around 3kg of sand strewn around the interior. Take nothing but photos and leave nothing but footprints, they say,…

British Cars in Australia A John Parker and David W Bird (Independently published, amazon.co.uk) Price: £35 Rating: OLD British cars get further than you think, and Australia has everything from Austin to Wolseley. This is an interesting look at them, with each chapter focusing on a different make and model. Awash with technical detail, the book is definitely worth a read if you’re fond of classic British cars. How To Buy And Sell Collector Cars Patrick Krook (Cartech, cartechbooks.com) Price: £33 Rating: THIS useful book helps to navigate the world of buying high-end classic cars, but it’s very American-slanted. While much of the information is transferable and useful, you may be caught unawares by some of the quirks of the UK market if you treat this publication as gospel. Carnage: Battle…

FORMULA 2 has unveiled its new car, which is set to arrive on the grid in 2024. This is the fourth generation of F2 car (including the GP2 series) and it broadly follows the same recipe as the outgoing model, although governing body the FIA claims it has been “designed to encourage wheel-to-wheel racing, which will lead to thrilling on-track action”. The chassis is still built by Dallara, with a carbon and kevlar structure to the bodywork. The front wing and floor have all been redesigned, while the new rear wing is shaped to increase overtaking, thanks to a stronger DRS effect. The side fences of the front wing now echo the current design on F1 cars, first introduced in the 2022 season. The current Mechachrome-produced 3.4-litre turbocharged V6 has…

Armoured X5 takes protection seriously BMW has taken safety to a new level with the X5 Protection VR6. From the outside the SUV is indistinguishable from a regular X5 M60i, to not draw any unwarranted attention. But beneath the subtle exterior are reinforced-steel-plated body panels with an armoured divider between the cabin and the boot. The extra weight means that despite a 523bhp twin-turbocharged V8, the 0-62mph time rises from 4.2 seconds to 5.9 seconds. Pear Extreme shaves seconds off 0-62mph US electric car maker Fisker has announced its budget SUV will be offered in performance-focused ‘Extreme’ guise. The dual-motor, all-wheel-drive version of the Pear is no slouch, with a claimed 0-62mph time of 6.8 seconds. The Pear Extreme is expected to reduce this to less than four seconds, however,…

VET Helen Hasler from East London was furious when she heard she’d be forced to pay the daily ULEZ charge of £12.50 to drive the 2004 Volkswagen Beetle TDI Convertible she’s owned from new. “I bought the Beetle because we were told that diesels were better for the environment,” Helen said. “It’s been a great car and I’ve become emotionally attached to it. Scrapping it seems like such a waste.” Helen realised cars over 40 years old with ‘Historic’ tax status are exempt, so she decided to fulfil a childhood dream and buy an MGB. She really wanted a roadster, but she chose a GT coupé instead because it’s more weatherproof. “I genuinely love the way she stands out,” she told us. “People stop and stare in traffic and it’s…

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ANTHONY Symes was excited as his picture was taken; his levels of enthusiasm for his ex-British Telecom Ford Escort estate are off the scale. He says: “This was one of the last Mk4s made and I bought it eight years ago, having previously owned a three-door hatch. I wanted a 1.3-litre Escort estate and they’re very rare, so this 53,000-mile example was quite a find. “It was my everyday transport, but after three years it became a toy because I wanted to maintain its completely original condition, although the mileage has crept up to 83,000.”…

Alastair_Crooks@autovia.co.uk @AllieCrooks Running costs 30.4mpg (official) £106 fill-up Performance 0-62mph/top speed 4.9 seconds/171mph THE latest SL is an AMG creation, but the decision to take the grand tourer and inject it with four-cylinder AMG performance is a substantial one. The SL 43 version tested here avoids the V8 power of the SL 55 and SL 63 models and instead features a 2.0-litre four-cylinder turbocharged petrol engine with hybrid assistance – a first for an SL. Mercedes quotes more than 30mpg for the SL 43, compared with around 20mpg for the V8 models. That’s a decent improvement, but not something we expect most SL buyers will be too fussed about. The SL 43 obviously doesn’t have the grunt of the V8 models, but its 376bhp and 480Nm of torque are far…

Dean_Gibson@autovia.co.uk @DeanGbsn WE’RE big fans of the latest Ford Ranger, and the flagship Raptor has already impressed us with its punchy twin-turbo V6 and clever driving modes – but what’s it like when it’s fitted with a diesel? The original Ranger Raptor had a 2.0-litre twin-turbodiesel, and Ford has now introduced an oil-burner to the current version. Rather than use the new 3.0-litre V6 that’s available in the latest Ranger, it’s another 2.0 litre, and as with the standard truck, it comes with 207bhp when equipped with Ford’s 10-speed automatic gearbox. That’s a significant drop in power when compared with the 288bhp offered by the petrol model, although there is a small boost in torque, rounded up from 491Nm to a full 500Nm. The diesel Raptor also does without some…

PRICE: £68,860 POWERTRAIN: 2.0-litre 4cyl petrol/1x e-motor, 398bhp 398bhp Powertrain 2.0l 4cyl/e-motor 69 litres Fuel tank £104 fill up 5.1 seconds Performance 130mph 503 litres Seats up/down 1,335 litres PRICES for the revised Velar kick off from £54,105, but our test car comes in the higher-specced Dynamic SE trim, and gets the most complex (and priciest) powertrain in the form of the P400e plug-in hybrid. It costs £68,860, but our car’s total is £77,095 with options. Tech highlights THE updates to the Velar line-up are mainly cosmetic, with the most significant upgrades coming to the in-car tech that we’ll cover in the infotainment section. From the outside, the easiest way to spot the latest car from its predecessor is at the front, where there is a new grille pattern. Beyond…

WINNER 1st VolvoXC60 THE Volvo XC60 was a group test winner the last time we assessed one in PHEV form, and improvements to the powertrain have only made it stronger since then. The electric range is one of the best in its class, and the hybrid system is smooth – a great match for a car that’s still very comfortable, relaxing and spacious. Performance is excellent, and safety remains a strong suit. It’s a solid performance from Volvo. ● Slick hybrid system● Strong EV range● Spacious cabin● Long-distance comfort ● Fidgety low-speed ride● Fiddly infotainment controls● Average boot capacity● Grabby brakes INTERESTED? Scan the code for further information RUNNER-UP 2nd Range Rover Velar UPDATES to the Velar are only subtle for 2023, and these changes are something of a double-edged…

SAME CLASS Mitsubishi Outlander IF you want plug-in hybrid tech on a budget, then look no further than the Outlander PHEV. The Japanese brand was selling the petrol-electric SUV for years as other dawdled to market, and capitalised with strong sales to company car and private drivers alike. Early high-mileage examples start from as little as £7,500, but the newer you go, the slicker the PHEV tech will be. We found a 2015 model with less than 30k miles on the clock for £17k. ● Very affordable● Spacious cabin ● Coarse petrol engine● Plasticky interior finish SAME MONEY BMWX5 xDrive45e FOR similar money to the XC60, you can get a two-year-old X5 xDrive45e: a car that takes a step up in space, finish and refinement over the XC60. Key to…

Dawn_Grant@autovia.co.uk Running costs 38.5mpg (on test) £65 fill-up Practicality Boot (seats up/down) 385/1.430 litres THERE is just something about Alfa Romeo; the name and romance seem to go together. Despite the marque’s reputation for unreliability, the looks win out. My husband and I have always had a soft spot for the brand and back in 1999, when we were first dating, I specifically asked to borrow the just-launched Alfa 156 for an evening – one way to make an impression! I remember the model didn’t disappoint either, bringing a smile to both our faces. So when I heard the next fleet car I would be getting was an Alfa Romeo, we were both genuinely excited. It certainly softened the blow of having to hand back our previous Stellantis product, because…

BEFORE buying an electric car, every driver will have thought about where they will charge. Many will have a regular top-up spot at home, work or in a convenient public place, but most will need to find other places to plug in, too. It could be for an occasional longer journey, or every day if you are a higher-mileage driver. Almost all rapid chargers now have contactless payment facilities, but around 90 per cent of other stations need to be activated by an RFID card or app instead. To connect anywhere, drivers can either carry a wallet full of cards and clutter up their smartphone with apps, or choose an aggregator service, which lets you find and pay for several brands from one app or card. We put seven to…

Alastair_Crooks@autovia.co.uk @AllieCrooks ● Fuji Speedway hosts penultimate event of season ● Toyotas in top two places in championship race “The last time a team other than Toyota won at the Fuji Speedway was Porsche in 2015” THE World Endurance Championship returns this weekend after its summer break to Fuji Speedway in Japan. The circuit sits in the shadow of Mount Fuji and is one of the most idyllic tracks on the calendar, and hosts to the penultimate event of the season. Last time out at Monza, the number seven Toyota took victory, meaning the Japanese team now sits in first and second place overall in the championship standings. The number 51 Ferrari – winner of the Le Mans 24 Hours – sits level on points with the second Toyota, while…

ONE half of the story goes like this: September 2023 is a good month to buy a new car, what with the arrival of the 73-plate and no end of manufacturers and dealers having more models in their compounds, aboard their globe-trotting ships, on their quaysides or within their showrooms and storage yards than they know what to do with. So far, so good. But then the story goes wonky. The irrefutable fact is that retail prices for factory-fresh cars are prohibitively high – and becoming higher still – for private buyers. Vehicle producers and their franchised outlets are seeking larger profits, while the third protagonist in the selling equation, the UK Government, happily grabs its highly lucrative 20 per cent VAT on every new car sold. Talk about easy…