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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.

Renault Austral E-Tech Hybrid (2023) review

Succeeding the Kadjar as Renault's new family SUV, the Austral is aiming to take the fight to the Hyundai Tucson.

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Genesis Electrified GV70 (2023) review

The Genesis GV70 SUV can be ordered abroad with electric power now.

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Bentley Bentayga EWB (2023) review

Will extra rear legroom and luxury put the long-wheelbase Bentayga at the top of the luxury SUV pile?

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BMW iX1 xDrive30 (2023) review

We've driven the new BMW iX1 electric SUV, and it’s an instant hit.

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BMW X1 xDrive23i (2023) review

With modern looks and technology, can the new BMW X1 SUV carry on where its predecessor left off?

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DS 7 E-Tense 4x4 360 hybrid (2022) review

Design updates enhance the DS 7, though it's still not the default choice.

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