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  Jaguar

S - Type

 It looks good, especially in light of the recent styling update and is well-specked with a refined but sporty drive.

The driving position is excellent, traditional comfort and feel of a Jaguar

Performance 6.2/10
Practicality 4.7/10
Reliability 4.3/10
Value for money 4.2/10
Overall value 5/10
Jaguar

XJ - Series

 
Jaguars flagship is redesigned for 2004, with new styling and one body length instead of two.

Curtain side airbags and a 6-speed automatic transmission are also new.

 
Performance 9/10
Practicality 9/10
Reliability 8/10
Value for money 10/10
Overall value 10/10
Jaguar

XK 8

 The convertible version of the Jaguar XK8 is a beautiful machine with the electrically-powered hood either up or down.

It's been about since 1996, but like all good Jags is timelessly elegant.
Performance 8/10
Practicality 7/10
Reliability 8.7/10
Value for money 7.3/10
Overall value 8/10
Jaguar

XK R

 

 With the introductory price of £47,950 for the coupe and £56,850 for the convertible  the car went on sale to the general public in October 1996 -

Jaguar were soon to realise that they had introduced one of the biggest selling Jaguar cars of all time

 No Review at this time
Jaguar

X type

 This is the smallest and most affordable car that Jaguar has ever made.Traditional Jag wood and leather charmEngines are very quiet, adding to the air of refinement and tyre noise is well suppressed.
Performance 8/10
Practicality 7/10
Reliability 10/10
Value for money 8/10
Overall value 9/10
JEEP    

Grand Cheroke

 

 

 The Grand Cherokee is America's answer to the Range Rover. The dash has an American charm to it and the seats are very soft and comfortable with easy to use, straightforward controls contributing to a relaxing environment.
Performance 6.4/10
Practicality 6.8/10
Reliability 5.4/10
Value for money 4.4/10
Overall value 5/10
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Land Rover

Discovery

 

 Land Rover Discovery's  go-anywhere, do-anything 4x4, 

But the model from 1998 was a big improvement, with better electronics,

more powerful engines and improved safety.
Performance 7.5/10
Practicality 7.8/10
Reliability 7.6/10
Value for money 5.9/10
Overall value 6/10

Land Rover

Freelander

 

 Land Rover Freelander

is the junior member of 4x4’s High-up driving position gives a good view of the road
Performance 7.1/10
Practicality 7.8/10
Reliability 6.6/10
Value for money 6.5/10
Overall value 7/10
Land Rover

Range Rover

 The Range Rover has always had a reputation as the definitive luxury off-roader As a result, many serve their time as limousines with extra road presence thanks to their height
Performance 7/10
Practicality 9/10
Reliability 5/10
Value for money 4/10
Overall value 5/10
Lexus    
GS300 the driving position is very comfortable Very refined with smooth engines and little road noise The options list is very short because virtually everything you could want is already standard
Performance 9.4/10
Practicality 8.8/10
Reliability 9.9/10
Value for money 9.2/10
Overall value 10/10
IS300 IS for its proven reliability and generous equipment. The range was expanded in September 2001 with the addition of the three-litre powerplant and the Sportcross ‘lifestyle estate’ bodystyle
Performance 9/10
Practicality 9/10
Reliability 10/10
Value for money 9.7/10
Overall value 10/10
Mazda links Mazda    
  Mazda

323

 The modern Mazda 323

should be more popular, Designed for easy servicing and low repair costs; Driving position is good, ABS and twin airbags on most models.

Excellent deadlocks plus an effective immobilizer and an alarm; locking nuts are a good idea on cars fitted with alloy wheels
Mazda

6

 

 The Mazda 6 is a great car and one of the best in its class. With a gorgeous, futuristic interior the 6 really shines against more common alternatives. It's really the option for the buyer who wants to be different but appreciates a quality product.
Performance 8/10
Practicality 10/10
Reliability 10/10
Value for money 10/10
Overall value 9/10
Mazda

MX5

 

 It was the Mazda MX-5 that got us all back into drop-tops in the first place.

With rear-wheel drive and sharp, responsive handling, it's fun to drive although it's not hugely powerful. Being a Mazda, it's also superbly reliable and well-engineered.

 No reviews available yet
Mazda

RX7

 

 Mazda Rx-7's are addictive to drive and own once you have one you will al way's want one.
Performance 10/10
Practicality 9.3/10
Reliability 8.9/10
Value for money 9.1/10
Overall value 10/10
Mazda

RX8

 

 It's the Mazda RX8 and all very stylish and hi-tech inside

As well as a decent ride this sports car will genuinely accommodate its rear adult passengers and offers each their own bucket seat.

Rear access is through little suicide doors that open only with the fronts
Performance 9/10
Practicality 8.3/10
Reliability 8.8/10
Value for money 9/10
Overall value 9/10
Mercedes - Benz      
A Class A-Class scores on several counts. It's an intelligent compromise between city car and people-carrier, it's undoubtedly practical, reliable and stylish and it's got the Stuttgart star on the grille. Pumped-up small hatches might not be to everyone's taste, but they're certainly the flavour of the moment
Performance 6.2/10
Practicality 8/10
Reliability 7/10
Value for money 4.9/10
Overall value 6/10
C Class This excellent compact executive saloon and estate range Seats are very comfortable and the cabin is well thought out.

Headroom in the back is good, but there isn't much room for passengers to wiggle their toes.

Performance 8/10
Practicality 7/10
Reliability 1/10
Value for money 1/10
Overall value 4/10
CLK CLK has gone down the 'looking good' rather than 'feeling sporty' coupé route. Its sleeker shape and big pillarless doors lend it a more sophisticated Lots of adjustment to the driving position
Performance 8/10
Practicality 10/10
Reliability 10/10
Value for money 8/10
Overall value 9/10
E Class The E-Series  is a looker with all the appeal of a smooth, classy executive saloon. Ride, comfort and safety levels are second to none in its class.

Actually more compact than its predecessor, there’s still an impressive amount of space inside the E. Headroom is a bit tight for taller rear passengers, but you could happily lounge all day in the seats such is their comfort.
Performance 8.7/10
Practicality 8.7/10
Reliability 9/10
Value for money 6.3/10
Overall value 6/10
M Class M-Class looks good. The driver is fronted by a clear dashboard with everything in the right place ergonomically. The dials are easy to read and there's lots of room for the driver, with a good driving position easy to set up through plenty of adjustment. As with most off-roaders, the view of the road is commanding
Performance 9.5/10
Practicality 8.5/10
Reliability 7.5/10
Value for money 7.5/10
Overall value 9/10
SLK Mercedes-Benz has shaken the establishment with its new SLK. Not only does it have the looks and practical folding hardtop of its predecessor (which are now better than ever), but it is also an exhilarating drive.
Performance 9/10
Practicality 8/10
Reliability 10/10
Value for money 9/10
Overall value 9/10
MG      
MG X Power SV The entry level model is powered by a 320 hp 4.6  all aluminum quad cam V8 engine which propels the MG XPower SV to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds and on to a top speed of circa 165 mph. Automatic and higher powered SV-R versions will be available next year. no results at the moment
TF Currently the best selling sports car in the UK. Only two seats but they're quite comfortable if set a little too high as if in a hatchback rather than a sports car.

The base models are of a fairly low spec although this is hardly intended as a luxury car. All get electric windows and power steering.

 
Performance 8.5/10
Practicality 6.6/10
Reliability 7.4/10
Value for money 7.6/10
Overall value 8/10
ZR  

Outstanding baby faced car, well liked by the younger age groups

very sporting looking car.

The dials are easy to read and there's lots of room for the driver

 
Performance 8.6/10
Practicality 8.6/10
Reliability 8.2/10
Value for money 8/10
Overall value 8/10
Mini  

Well proportioned with everything in reach of the driver. Some of the details are sublime, others are a bit plastic, visibility is good, and the bigger dimensions of new MINI makes it feel substantial, but compact enough for city maneuvers.

 
Performance 9.4/10
Practicality 8.8/10
Reliability 8.7/10
Value for money 8.5/10
Overall value 9/10

 
Mitsubishi      
Carisma The Carisma saloon is a user-friendly family car, although neither its styling nor its performance are remarkable. Its redeeming qualities are competitive prices, generous specs and above-average reliability; running costs are also very reasonable.
Performance 7/10
Practicality 8/10
Reliability 9.6/10
Value for money 9.2/10
Overall value 9/10
 FTO  Mitsubishi FTO is a fantastic sports machine. The handling is amazing in any weather due to the front wheel drive. The interior layout is great, and looking down from the windscreen the bonnet actually leaves you feeling as though you are in a Ferrari.
Performance 9.1/10
Practicality 7.9/10
Reliability 9.4/10
Value for money 9.6/10
Overall value 9/10
 
Eclipse. The Mitsubishi Eclipse GSX. It is a fast car at an affordable price. The car has such a great body style to it also. There is no other car that looks anything like it (except for the copycat talon). The interior is all leather and the GSX has power everything
Performance 9.6/10
Practicality 8.6/10
Reliability 8.2/10
Value for money 9.5/10
Overall value 9/10
 

 

 

 
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