It looks much the same as before, but the Optima's cabin, engine and chassis have all been massively upgraded.

New MINI Cooper Convertible kicks off the new drop-top range.

Four-wheel drive and economy have traditionally been poor bedfellows, but Audi's quattro ultra helps change that.

Body cladding and a jacked-up ride height for the Hyundai i20 Active.

With 367hp and four-wheel drive, the Audi RS 3 Sportback could be the ultimate hot hatch.

The M-branded BMW X4 is fast and competent, but Irish SUV buyers only want diesel power.