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There’s always been an Astra estate in the Opel range since 1991. Its aim is to maximize space and offer the biggest possible volume while keeping smalllish dimensions. The SUVs popularity won’t change this tradition : our test car being the sixth generation on sale. However, beneath its ultra-modern looking bodywork, it shares most of its …
Lire la suite de Test Drive : Opel Astra Sports Tourer PHEV: chaaaaaarge !
In a world where SUVs are everywher and all look alike, the unexpected arrival of a true American 4x4 brings originality and authenticity with it. Obviously, our European cities narrow streets don't suit it and it’s more its off-road capabilities that will seduce professionals punters in mountainous areas. We tested it mainly on road, though. …
Lire la suite de Test Drive: Ford Bronco Badlands: live the American dream !
These Alfa Romeos are so pretty! As time goes by, their beauty seems ever more timeless. They got a few upgrades last Spring to get them through the end of their career with brightness. This gave us the opportunity to test both the saloon and the SUV fitted with the same engine. Obviously, both were …
Lire la suite de Which one ? Alfa Giulia or Stelvio 2.0 TB 280 Q4 ? Do you need more height ?
In Belgium, plug-in hybrids sales collapsed following the end of tax breaks on 1 July. The Corolla Cross uses the well-proven self-charging system so dear to Toyota. Sporting a 2.0 petrol engine rated at 197 bhp, we were quite eager to discover this compact SUV. However, on-paper figures are not everything... The Corolla Cross is …
Lire la suite de Test Drive: Toyota Corolla Cross 2.0 Hybrid: in the spirit of the times
Pending a slight restyling expected during Summer, the Renault Arkana range just got a new version named E-Tech Engineered. Even though there are just cosmetic changes, this is a good opportunity to rediscover an SUV Coupé that sells rather well. It combines a rather comfortable experience with top grade fit and finish as well as …
Lire la suite de Test Drive: Renault Arkana E-Tech 145 : refined and caring
Known internally as Type 463, the G-Class second generation appeared in 2018. It got a completely new interior, at least as far as the dashboard and seats are concerned. For the rest, it still feels like a 1979 Geländewagen... One year later, it got a brand new 330 HP and 700 Nm torque 3.0 in-line …
Lire la suite de Test drive : Mercedes G400d : A step back in time
Even if estate cars are less popular these days, thanks to the success of SUVs. However, they are still around and successful when they come from German manufacturers . The pleasing Arteon Shooting Break was launched in June 2020. More recently, it got greener credentials thanks to a plug-in hybrid engine that we had the …
Lire la suite de Test drive: Volkswagen Arteon SB 1.4 TSi e-Hybrid: A firm favourite
The Kia Sportage enjoys success on the Belgian market since 2004. The second generation carried on the same wave, being quite instantly a strong contender in the relatively affordable compact SUV class. The high driving position, easily- accessed interior, complete equipment and relatively sober engines quickly seduced knowledgable punters. Over the years, things moved on …
Oubliez tout ce que vous saviez sur le label Cupra espagnol. Les moteurs rageurs et les suspensions fermement tarées montés sur les Seat Ibiza, Cordoba et Leon de l’époque ne sont plus qu’un lointain et bon souvenir. Cupra est depuis lors devenue une marque à part entière et comme tous les autres labels du groupe …
Lire la suite de Match : votre Cupra Born vous la prendrez en 58 ou en 77 kWh ?
AMG is currently working on its own electric platform (AMG.EA) and in the meantime the company uses the Mercedes EVA2 one. Fortunately, that doesn't mean the EQE43 is soulless. Most of the time, it's a comfortable and quiet car. The EQE43 really stands out among its rival electric cars. We find its compact and saloon-like …