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 Captur 1.2 TCe petrol review
Subtle updates keep the Renault Captur crossover current.
Mazda CX-5 2.2 diesel AWD review
New Mazda CX-5 sticks closely to the template of the old SUV, but it's a worthy update.
Opel Crossland X 1.6 diesel review
Diesel-powered Opel Crossland X delivers a refined drive, bolstered by a spacious interior.
Opel Crossland X 1.2 Turbo petrol review
Opel gives its compact MPV an SUV twist to create the new Crossland X crossover.
BMW 530d M Sport Touring review
Fancy a diesel BMW 5 Series estate with a bit more oomph? That'll be the sublime 530d, so.
MINI Countryman Cooper S E ALL4 review
MINI introduces its first hybrid production model in the form of the Cooper S E Countryman ALL4.