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.
Peugeot e-2008 GT (2020) review

There aren’t many compromises to be made in the new the electric Peugeot e-2008 crossover.
Volkswagen Golf 2.0 TDI 150 (2020) review

We already know that the new VW Golf 8 is good, but can the diesel model still be relevant today?
Volkswagen Golf 1.5 eTSI petrol (2020) review

We all know what a Volkswagen Golf is, and here’s the eighth generation. It’s much-changed inside, but still reassuringly a Golf.
Peugeot 2008 PureTech 130 GT Line (2020) review

The Peugeot 2008 crossover returns with head-turning style and an enticing array of engine options.
Mercedes-Benz GLE 400 d Coupe review

Here's the pick of the new Mercedes GLE Coupe range: the 400 d variant.
Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 de hybrid Coupe (2020) review

The new diesel plug-in hybrid Mercedes GLE Coupe is technically excellent, but is there demand for such a thing?