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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.

Opel Astra Hybrid-e (2022) review

The all-new Opel Astra doubles down on design and quality, but can it surpass the Volkswagen Golf?

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Audi A8 60 TFSI e hybrid (2022) review

The Audi A8 gets a new grille and new bumpers, but is this light facelift enough to keep pace with the Mercedes S-Class?

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Audi S8 (2022) review

The S8 has been revamped as part of an A8 range-wide facelift, but the impact has been minimal.

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Dacia Jogger 1.0 petrol (2022) review

Could a practical car be any more Dacia than the stupendously good-value new seven-seat Jogger?

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Toyota Aygo X Limited (2022) review

In creating the Aygo X, Toyota blends crossover and city car in one interesting mix.

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Volkswagen Polo 1.0 TSI (2022) review

The Polo has been modernised inside and out, but is that a change for the better?

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