Jeep Grand Cherokee SRT

The SRT packs plenty of feel-good factor, with a gargantuan V8 snorting away under the bonnet and its bold and brutish American styling. But even the relative value and decent practicality of this hot Grand Cherokee can't take away from some better rivals. Nearly £64,000 is a lot to pay and it doesn’t drive well enough or feel special enough inside compared to the standard version. Think of a performance SUV and the Porsche Cayenne and...

Ferrari FF

Ferrari deserves credit for trying something different. The shooting-brake looks will divide opinion, but there’s no arguing with the acceleration and exhaust note. Four-wheel drive makes the performance even easier to access and the FF isn’t as intimidating as a 458, plus it carries four and their luggage in comfort. The only problem is the huge price. Ferrari’s road car line-up has never been in such good shape. The 458 continues to...

Jeep Cheroke Limited 2015

New 2.2-litre diesel engines help the Jeep Cherokee put up a stronger fight against rivals. There’s no denying the Jeep Cherokee’s new 2.2-litre engine is more urgent and eager than the old 2.0-litre, but while the engine has improved, the chassis and suspension remain untouched. That means it’s still a bit fidgety around town, and continues to wallow and roll on the open road. It’s competent, but that’s just not enough in a market dominated...

Ferrari 599 GTO

Stripped-out Ferrari 599 GTO road racer is the pinnacle of the 599 range, and uses track-inspired technology. GTO stands for Gran Turismo Omologato, and the letters are reserved for the most extreme roadgoing Ferraris. In fact, there have been just three in the company’s history - the classic 250 GTO from the early sixties, the Group B-spec 288 GTO of the eighties and this 599 GTO, which is a stripped-down version of the 599 GTB Fiorano...

McLaren 650S

The McLaren 650S is one of the quickest and most capable cars on the road today, making it more than worth its £200,000 price tag. It strikes a perfect balance between the day-to-day usability of a Porsche 911 and the fun of a Ferrari. It’s a British supercar that can really take on the best in the world. If you’re not one of the 375 lucky punters who bought a P1, then the McLaren 650S – which features tech and styling inspired by that car...

Jeep Renegade

  The Jeep Renegade is Jeep’s smallest ever model, and designed to bring true off-road ability to the trendy crossover class.   The Jeep Renegade breaks new ground for America’s iconic 4x4-maker – it’s a downsized compact crossover designed to wade into the furiously competitive market dominated by the Nissan Qashqai and Juke, MINI Countryman and Skoda Yeti. The Renegade’s brand heritage, genuine off-road ability and stand-out ...

Ferrari California

  The Ferrari California is a 2+2 hard-top convertible designed for boulevard cruising more than the race track.   The Ferrari California takes on cars such as the Aston Martin DB9 Volante and Bentley Continental GTC V8, with its combination of a powerful V8 mounted up front, a 2+2 seating layout and a folding metal hard top. It has a more relaxed character than the mid-engined 458 Italia, but it's by no means slow. A mid-life...

Jeep Grand Cheroke

  The facelifted Jeep Grand Cherokee SUV has a comfortable ride, but it's not exciting.   Jeep has done a good job of closing the gap between the Jeep Cherokee and the competition, as this new car is comfortable and well equipped 4x4, yet retains its serious off-road ability. It’s full of some great hi-tech equipment and luxurious materials. However, it’s just not as good to drive as the latest X5 and doesn’t even work out that...

McLaren 12C Spider

There are fast cars, and then there are cars like the McLaren 12C Spider. It feels like it's in a different league to a Porsche 911 or Audi R8 in terms of the way it accelerates and goes around corners. Incredibly, it's just as usable as those models - if not more so - which makes it an excellent car for using every day. Dynamically there are minimal compromises compared with the coupe, and despite the near-£20,000 premium it commands,...

Ferrari 458 Spider

  We drive the new 458 Spider. It looks set to become Ferrari's best-selling model and it's easy to see why. Ferrari was aiming to deliver a convertible version of the 458 Italia with no compromises and from what we’ve experienced, it’s mission accomplished. Handling is as sharp as ever, straight-line speed is blistering and with no roof between you and the howling 4.5-litre V8 it feels even more pure than the hard-top. If you can...

Jeep Cheroke 140 Multijet

  Verdict on lower-power, front-drive Jeep Cheokee 140 Multijet diesel that’s set to be the top seller.   The Jeep Cherokee 140 Multijet is comfortable, efficient and good value for money in this spec, but it’s not the best option for on-road dynamics or quality. If you’re not buying a Cherokee for its fantastic off-road ability, there are better choices out there – such as the premium Q3 or the well rounded Qashqai. It’s by no...