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.
MG S5 EV (2025) review
Will MG’s all-new replacement for the successful ZS EV become just as much of a hit with customers?
Alfa Romeo Junior Ibrida (2025) review
Alfa adds a mild-hybrid option to the Junior line-up - so what’s it like?
Mazda CX-60 (2025) review
Subtle updates put the Mazda CX-60 into contention with established premium SUVs.
Land Rover Defender Octa (2025) review
Land Rover goes to town on the Defender and gives us the spectacular 635hp Octa.
Opel Grandland PHEV (2025) review
The new plug-in hybrid version of Opel's Grandland is a good halfway to going fully electric.
Volkswagen Tayron eHybrid (2025) review
Volkswagen’s Tayron PHEV may only come with five seats, but its useful electric driving range makes up for it.