Introducing the New Ford Capri and Britain’s Best-Value Used Cars: Autocar Magazine Highlights

Autocar magazine is buzzing this week with the latest news on the arrival of the new Ford Capri, a sleek electric SUV with impressive performance and range. In addition, we take a closer look at Britain’s best-value used cars and deliver our second five-star road test verdict of 2024.

Exciting News from Ford and Audi

Ford has brought back the iconic Capri name after nearly four decades, unveiling a stylish electric SUV with Focus ST levels of performance and a range of nearly 400 miles. We delve into the details and chat with Ford Europe’s design boss, Amko Leenarts.

Meanwhile, Audi has revealed the new A5 as the upscale replacement for the A4, featuring a new combustion-car platform and a range of updated engines. We explore its design, interior, powertrain, and pricing.

Reviews of the Latest Models

Our team gets behind the wheel of the new Dacia Spring, a budget-friendly electric hatch from China, to assess if the compromises are worth it. We also test drive the updated Audi S3 with a new trick diff, the Mercedes-AMG CLE 53 coupe, and more.

Exciting Features and Road Tests

Discover top buys for every budget, from under £5k to nearly new, in our value-for-money feature by John Evans. Plus, Prodrive celebrates four decades of excellence in motorsport and automotive – founder David Richards shares the secrets to their success.

In our road test section, we reveal our second five-star verdict of 2024. Find out which car impressed us the most in our latest issue.

Opinions and Used Car Advice

Matt Prior discusses the importance of solid-state batteries for EVs, while Steve Cropley shares his thoughts on the Ariel Nomad 2’s standout features. Looking to buy a used car? Jonathan Bryce guides you through the decision of purchasing a second-hand 612 Scaglietti.

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