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.
Cupra Tavascan VZ (2024) review
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The Cupra Tavascan VZ offers sporty looks and a daring interior design, but is it exciting to drive?
Ford Mustang Dark Horse (2024) review
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Ford’s Pony Car icon is back for another outing, and it’s got a serious case of meanness as this Dark Horse.
BMW i5 eDrive40 Touring (2024) review
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Want a practical electric car that’s not an SUV? Thankfully, BMW can provide just that, with the new i5 Touring.
BMW i5 M60 xDrive Touring (2024) review
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Fans of fast executive estates looking to go electric will welcome the new BMW i5 M60 Touring with open arms.
Skoda Octavia 2.0 TDI 150 Combi (2024) review
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Diesel still has a place in the revised Skoda Octavia - tested here in practical Combi estate format.
Skoda Octavia 1.5 TSI 150 (2024) review
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Mild facelift time for the fourth-gen Skoda Octavia, and it remains as brilliant as it ever has been.