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.
Citroen C5 Aircross plug-in hybrid (2021) review
A plug-in hybrid powertrain perfectly complements the Citroen C5 Aircross SUV.
Rolls-Royce Ghost (2021) review
Ten years on from the original, Rolls-Royce is back with a new Ghost.
Skoda Octavia Combi RS iV (2021) review
Does the Skoda Octavia RS lose some of its dynamic edge in 'iV' plug-in hybrid guise?
Aston Martin Vantage Roadster (2021) review
The V8-powered Vantage loses its top, but does it lose any of its dynamic prowess?
Porsche Panamera 4S E-Hybrid (2021) review
The plug-in hybrid in the updated Porsche Panamera range gains plenty of power.
Porsche Panamera GTS Sport Turismo (2021) review
The GTS is not the most powerful of the new Panameras, but it is the best.