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THIS WEEK

NEXT MAZDA 2 REVEALED • Cute Vision X-Compact concept previews a fresh, rounded look for the new generation of Japanese marque’s supermini

A new Mazda 2 is a shot in the arm for fossilised supermini market

Mazda Vision X-Coupe could inspire future flagship model • UNVEILED High-riding, twin-rotaryplug-in hybrid concept has carbon-capture technology

Could Mazda’s clever direct carbon-capture technology save the combustion engine?

Honda’s 0 Alpha SUV ready to challenge Elroq • Latest 0 Series model is set for Japanese launch in 2027, but UK arrival has still to be confirmed by brand

…and electric Super-N set to steal hearts in the UK in 2026

Corolla teaser is shape of things to come • Show car’s features could be reality for adaptable production version of Toyo ta’s best seller

Six-wheel Lexus LS may replace flagship saloon

Lexus plans rival for Cayenne with radical LS Coupé

Subaru taps into its rally heritage with STI duo • Electric and petrol concepts point to exciting future for performance brand

Copen reimagined, but UK fans set to miss out

Nissan Skyline to return in 2027 with rear drive

Government mulls new rules to stop drivers being dazzled • More details to be announced in Labour’s upcoming Road Safety Strategy

New range-topping trim added to Peugeot pair

Smart #5 arrives in UK with Tesla beating prices

New Corsa GSE hot hatch will go on sale next year

E-Class shapes up for electric future • Replacement for EQE will wear more familiar badge and sell alongside combustion-engine models

Charging reform could revolutionise on-street solutions and cut costs

Record-breaking Skoda Superb drives 1,759 miles on a single tank of diesel

And Kia PV5 sets new mark for fully loaded electric van

Alpine A390 • FIRST DRIVE There’s no faulting how this sporty new SUV drives, or its daring styling – bu t there are compromises

SEAT Arona • FIRST DRIVE Design tweaks and extra kit give Spanish car a boost in the increasingly crowded small crossover class

Ford Mustang GTD • FIRST DRIVE We hit the track in the new, hardcore version of Ford’s famous Pony Car, and it turns out to be a bit of a beast

Alfa Romeo Tonale • FIRST DRIVE Refreshed SUV gets meaner looks and revamped cabin, yet those looking for a sporty experience should look away

DS THE FRENCH LUXUY BRAND JUST MISSING… JE NE SAIS QUOI • Posh French brand thinks new No8 EV could be the key to sales growth that has eluded it so far. We meet DS executives to find out more

IF DS GOES SLOW, WHY HAS CUPRA THRIVED? • We explain how Spanish brand flourished while DS stalled

GAME, SET& HATCH • Refreshed Honda Civic takes on SEAT’s revitalised Leon as they strive to prove there’s plenty of life in the family hatchback yet. But which is the champion?

HONDA CIVIC vs SEAT LEON • With SUVs ruling the roost, is it time hatchbacks made a comeback?

HONDA CIVIC • Tweaks for 2025 make revamped hatch an even stronger package

SEAT LEON • Big discounts make Spanish brand’s family hatchback hard to ignore

VOLKSWAGENID.BUZZ • The van-like driving experience of our ID. Buzz is actually a real plus point, contrary to what some non-van drivers might...