Hereford Times | Road Tests

Roy Lewis road tests the Peugeot 508 SW Allure 2.0 HDi 163 6-speed automatic.

Fri, 10 Feb 2012 07:00:00 +0000

AT-A-GLANCE Peugeot 508 SW Allure 2.0 HDi 163 6-speed automatic. Price: £26,225. Top speed: 138mph. 0-62mph: 9.5 seconds. Fuel: 49.5mpg (combined figure). C02 emissions (g/km): 150. Verdict: Excels for space, style and practicality, comfortable, refined, excellent road manners and build quality.

Roy Lewis road tests the Kia Picanto 1.25-litre Equinox, five-speed manual, three-door

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 07:00:00 +0000

AT-A-GLANCE Kia Picanto 1.25-litre Equinox, five-speed manual, three-door.

Great all-rounder hatched by Seat

Sat, 21 Jan 2012 07:00:00 +0000

HOT hatches used to be raw and uncivilised but nowadays they are very refined cars that not only feed the driving enthusiast in you but serve as a practical everyday vehicle.

Roy Lewis road tests the Volkswagen Tiguan S Blue Motion 2.0-litre TDi 110PS 2WD six-speed manual

Thu, 12 Jan 2012 07:00:00 +0000

AT-A-GLANCE Volkswagen Tiguan S Blue Motion 2.0-litre TDi 110PS 2WD six-speed manual. Price: £21,730 (on the road). Top speed: 109mph. 0-62mph: 11.9 seconds. Fuel: 53.3mpg (combined figure). CO2 emissions (g/km): 139. Verdict: Superb handling compact SUV, practical, refined, quality build, well equipped, economical, and a good buy.

The Audi A6 - leaner, fitter, improved drive

Sat, 07 Jan 2012 07:00:00 +0000

WE are all having to slim down one way or another and that goes for cars, too, if they are to impress budget and environmental- conscious businessmen and private buyers.

Roy Lewis road tests the Renault Laguna Sports Tourer 1.5D Dynamique Tom Tom fivedoor manual

Fri, 23 Dec 2011 07:00:00 +0000

AT-A-GLANCE Renault Laguna Sports Tourer 1.5D Dynamique Tom Tom fivedoor manual. Price: £21,500 (on the road). Top speed: 117mph. 0-60mph: 12.1 seconds. Fuel: 67.3mpg (combined figure). CO2 emissions (g/km): 110. Verdict: Much-improved model, excellent diesel motor for performance with economy, high-quality build, classy looks inside and out, family practicality, sporty feel, well-equipped.

Outstanding economy and low emissions from Volvo C30

Sat, 17 Dec 2011 07:00:00 +0000

VOLVO has made huge strides in improving fuel consumption and lowering CO2 levels and has extended the latest state-of-the-art technology measures across its range.

Subaru's new Forester doesn't skimp on equipment

Sat, 10 Dec 2011 07:00:00 +0000

SUBARU’S new Forester may be a step away from the norm in serious off-road circles but its on-road performance makes it a tempting 4x4 with a difference.

Roy Lewis road tests the Citroën C4 VTR+ HDi 90 manual 5-door.

Fri, 02 Dec 2011 07:00:00 +0000

Citroën C4 VTR+ HDi 90 manual 5-door. Price: £18,295. Top speed: 112mph. 0-62mph: 12.9 seconds. Fuel: 67.3mpg (combined figure). CO2 emissions (g/km): 110. Verdict: Excellent diesel, refined ride, well built, practical for the family, elegant styling and generous equipment.

Better equipment and good value: the Suzuki SZ5

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 07:00:00 +0000

IF you live in rural parts and rely on your vehicle to get to work or school on time in all kinds of weather then a new breed of SUVs could be just up your street.