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First Drives

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.

Fiat 500 TwinAir review

Fiat has removed two cylinders from its 500 and the results are rather surprising. Now boasts emissions of just 95g/km.

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Nissan Juke review

Nissan hopes to replicate the Qashqai's success on a smaller scale with its unusual looking Juke crossover.

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Mazda 5 review

Will Mazda gain more fans with its new Mazda5? The new MPV arrives in January: CompleteCar.ie has had a sneak preview.

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Audi A1 review

Has Audi really created a MINI beater? We drive the new A1 hatchback.

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Renault Fluence Z.E. review

A full electric version of the value-for-money Renault Fluence will arrive in Ireland next year: we've driven it.

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BMW 5 Series Touring review

BMW's new 5 Series Touring arrives in September and makes you wonder: do you would need an SUV?

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