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What Car?

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STAR CARS OF 2026 • Thinking about buying a new car in the next 12 months? Here’s our guide to the models you might want to wait for

BMW iX3 • Reinvented electric SUV promises to move the game on with a radical interior, ultra-fast charging and 500-mile efficiency On sale March 2026 Price from £58,755

BYD Atto 2 DM-i • Chinese brand’s small electric SUV is being joined by a keenly priced plug-in hybrid version On sale March 2026 Price from £25,000 (est)

Toyota bZ4X • Facelifted electric SUV gets new batteries, faster charging and a revised interior On sale January 2026 Price from £39,995

Cupra Raval • Small electric hatchback will take on the Renault 5 – and there will be a hot version On sale September 2026 Price from £26,000 (est)

Peugeot 308 • Steadfast family car gets a new lease of life with fresh looks and revised engines On sale January 2026 Price from £29,550

BMW XM • The first bespoke BMW M car since the iconic M1 supercar is a luxurious hybrid SUV On sale Now Price from £112,820

Vauxhall Mokka GSE • GSE is a quicker, sportier version of Vauxhall’s small electric SUV On sale January 2026 Price from £36,820

MG S6 • New electric family SUV targets the Skoda Enyaq with an official range of up to 329 miles On sale January 2026 Price from £37,995

Fiat 500 Hybrid • Iconic small hatchback rediscovers its combustion-engined origins in a bid to broaden appeal On sale June 2026 Price from £19,000 (est)

Jeep Compass • Latest incarnation of this family SUV gets an electric option and a dose of Jeep’s traditional ruggedness On sale Early 2026 Price from £35,720

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Mazda CX-5 • The latest iteration of Mazda’s family SUV is larger than before, promising improved space and comfort inside. But can it woo buyers away from the likes of the Kia Sportage? Let’s see what some of our readers have to say

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FOLLOW THE LEADER • The Mercedes-Benz CLA and MG IM5 are two fresh electric models with designs on the class-leading Tesla Model 3’s supremacy. We take a road trip to find out if there’s a new boss in town

A different kettle of swish • These posh family SUVs promise a little something extra to justify their premium prices. But should you buy Audi’s latest contender, or stick with the proven Volvo?

Cupra Tavascan vs Ford Capri • These electric SUVs are similar under the skin, but where do the differences lie? The keepers of our Tavascan and Capri swap cars to see which one they prefer

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Audi E-tron GT quattro • We know from previous experience that this electric performance car is thrilling to drive, but is it also enjoyable to live with? We’re finding out

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