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.
BMW M3 xDrive Competition Saloon (2022) review
All-wheel drive gives the BMW M3 another level of usability.
BMW M440i xDrive Gran Coupe (2022) review
You can have your 4 Series Gran Coupe in long-range i4 electric form, or with a mighty straight-six petrol engine, as the M440i. Which one is better?
Volkswagen Multivan eHybrid (2022) review
The Volkswagen Multivan is a sensible alternative to a seven-seat SUV - and not only for business buyers.
Porsche 911 Carrera 4 GTS (2022 - 992) review
All-wheel drive may make the brilliant 911 more useable, but the new GTS version still feels too firm for Irish roads.
Volvo C40 Recharge Twin (2022) review
The Volvo C40 Recharge matches the performance of the electric XC40 and represents a new era for the Swedish company.
Porsche 911 GT3 manual (2021 - 992) review
The latest 911 GT3 is an awesome bit of kit, and the manual gearbox only brings you closer to the action.