Irish Test Drives
Access our reviews of cars on Irish roads here, both from Irish media launches and week-long test drives. We include reference to rivals.
Jaguar XJ review
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Jaguar is breaking the mould with its radical new XJ. Is it a true rival to the best from Germany?
Opel Meriva review
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Opel's Meriva is more than just some clever doors. This is one of the best new small family cars around.
Peugeot 5008 review
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If you need a seven-seat MPV then we reckon the Peugeot 5008 should be the first on your list.
Skoda Octavia Combi RS review
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Could Skoda have created its own niche with the Octavia Combi RS TDI?
Ford Focus CC review
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Ford will still sell you a Coupé-Cabriolet version of the Focus, but it's getting on.
Hyundai ix35 review
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Can Hyundai's new ix35 do enough to worry the Nissan Qashqai?