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First Drives

Access all our first drives in new cars here. The test drives usually take place at international launches abroad months before the cars go on sale in Ireland. Sometimes the cars won't be to Irish specification and pricing may not be available at the time of writing.

Alfa Romeo Tonale Veloce Hybrid (2022) review

Alfa's long-awaited baby SUV, the Tonale, is here to mix it with the BMW X1 and Volvo XC40.

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Mazda CX-60 E-Skyactiv PHEV (2022) review

The Mazda CX-60 is a plug-in hybrid taking aim at premium models from Audi and BMW.

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Rolls-Royce Cullinan Black Badge (2022) review

Rolls-Royce claims to have given the Cullinan a sporty edge, so is the Black Badge a performance car?

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Aston Martin DBX707 (2022) review

Considered upgrades make the high-performance Aston Martin SUV a staggeringly capable all-rounder.

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Skoda Karoq 1.5 TSI petrol (2022) review

Subtle styling updates keep the Skoda Karoq looking modern, but where's the electrification?

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Maserati Grecale Trofeo (2022) review

Top-end Grecale Trofeo has a stunning engine, but is it special enough against its rivals?

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