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.
DS 4 E-Tense hybrid (2022) review
The DS 4 badge returns, but on an all-new car from the luxury French brand.
Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI (2022) review
The Skoda Fabia has grown, maturing into a car that can span segments - and worry a lot of the competition.
Toyota Yaris Cross 1.5 Hybrid (2021) review
Can the new Toyota Yaris Cross hybrid take on the likes of the Ford Puma and Opel Mokka crossovers?
Opel Grandland Hybrid (2021) review
A styling update boosts the appeal of the Opel Grandland, as does a second plug-in hybrid option.
Hyundai i20 N (2021) review
Hyundai, once the bastion of value and practicality, is now very much in the performance game and with models like the i20 N, its rivals should be worried.
Hyundai Kona N (2021) review
Hyundai handed the Kona over to its N division and what has emerged is the closest a crossover can get to being a proper hot hatch.