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2016 PorscheBoxster74,000 milesAutomaticPetrol2.7LCash £24,595View Boxster2016 PorscheBoxster50,500 milesManualPetrol2.7LCash £25,990View Boxster2016 PorscheBoxster50,000 milesAutomaticPetrol2.7LCash £25,995View BoxsterWe were impressed as soon as we drove the 718 Boxster, and then Porsche introduced a six-cylinder version that was even better. Now the Boxster Mk4 has been axed, but its desirability isn’t diminished, so here’s what you need to know to buy your perfect example. HistoryThe fourth-generation Boxster was launched in January 2016, two decades after the original model was unveiled. The 296bhp Boxster had a turbocharged 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine, while the 345bhp Boxster S version came with a turbocharged 2.5-litre engine. Launched in October 2017, the…

The only significant way my situation differs from the typical EX30 buyer’s is that I’m not an empty-nester – my wife and I have an 11-year-old daughter in tow. As a result, the EX30’s introduction to Pringle family life has been a diet of short suburban journeys, mainly to and from school, football training and matches, and the shops. That means I haven’t tested the car’s range at all, although it was a deliberate choice to pick the Extended Range model – as most EX30 buyers do. This can officially manage 296 miles per charge, and while that hasn’t been…

There is the Volkswagen ID.7 Tourer estate, which offers even more boot space, with 605 litres available with the seats up and 1,948 litres with the seats down – a figure even greater than that of a similarly configured Skoda Superb Estate or Mercedes E-Class Estate. Despite the saloon shape being less practical than a traditional estate, the ID.7 still has a roof-hinged hatch, which works wonders for accessibility when loading bigger items. The boot opening in the ID.7 is significantly larger than the narrow, letterbox-like opening found in both the BYD Seal and Tesla Model 3. TowingWith the introduction of the Pro…

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If you want a car with a similarly roomy cabin, you’ll need an executive saloon or estate, such as an Audi A6/A7, a BMW 5 Series or a Mercedes E-Class – all of which cost much more to buy, and their running costs are likely to be far higher, too. The alternative is to opt for an MPV instead, such as the Ford Galaxy, SEAT Alhambra or Volkswagen Sharan, all of which are ultra-practical, great value and decent to drive. What to look out forDials From October 2018, digital instrumentation could replace the standard analogue dash dials. This ‘Virtual Cockpit’…

Yet the new dual-motor version boasts the most arresting numbers. This top-spec model bumps power up to a colossal 442bhp and drops the 0-62mph time down to 3.9 seconds. Beyond the powertrain improvements, BYD’s also given the Atto 3 EVO a new set of digital interfaces, with sharper, larger screens, and re-arranged the cabin layout. There’s some new colour and trim options inside, plus several simplified panels on the exterior that give the fairly anodyne design a cleaner look. Amongst urban traffic, the Atto 3 completely blends into the background, so depending on your preferences this is either a good…

“A real highlight is the Rhino Rack on the roof. The large steel add-on makes space for a roomy iKamper two-man pop-up tent, while bolted to the side is the ‘Bat Wing’ – a huge awning that unfurls through 270 degrees around the side and rear of the car.” – Dean Gibson, senior test editor. Advertisement – Article continues belowA long warranty and tech from proven suppliers should offer some peace of mind Pros Generous five-year, unlimited mileage warranty Many components from well-established sources Cons No Euro NCAP rating No Driver Power score Ineos is still a pretty new arrival to…

Inside, the digital cockpit stretches across the centre console, providing the familiar ambience found in Kia’s electric models. Thanks to a 2.72-metre wheelbase, rear passengers sit in first-class comfort. The boot holds 438 litres, making it significantly larger than the Golf’s and narrowly beating the firm’s own electric EV4 alternative. Naturally, there’s no ‘frunk’ to be found here; the bonnet conceals a classic internal-combustion engine rather than an electric motor. If you’ve become familiar with EVs, you’ll have to readjust to the sound of a petrol engine and the manual act of shifting gears – although the dual-clutch transmission manages…

Peak torque comes in at 3,000rpm and you can rev the engine up to 5,500rpm, which doesn’t sound like a particularly wide power band, but don’t forget, this is a five-speed manual with a 165mph top speed, so in typical grand tourer fashion, the gearing is long. The precise-feeling gearshift is a really rewarding aspect of the DB7, too.   There’s also the sound the Aston makes. The supercharger takes over proceedings with a whine that somewhat overshadows the surprisingly burbly exhaust note that has subtle tones of Jaguar’s classic XK six. However, at speed the DB7’s engine is wonderfully smooth.…

While the exterior has a certain sci-fi flair about it that’s similar to the new Renault Trafic E-Tech (or dare we say the Tesla Cybertruck?), the interior follows a very similar design to Kia’s electric cars. The cabin feels far more focussed on durability than plushness, but everything feels securely screwed together, and there are a number of recycled materials, which help to boost this van’s green credentials.  Perhaps the most luxurious part of the PV5 Cargo’s interior is the seats. They’re still pretty basic to look at, but we didn’t feel any unwelcome cramps or pains after spending many…