New AMG GT review: Better than a 911?!
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Mat’s got his hands on the all-new Mercedes-AMG GT!
We’ve got our hands on the AMG GT 63 edition, and he’s about to see if it can compete with class leaders like the Porsche 911 Turbo S and Aston Martin Vantage!
So first off, let’s check out the design. Even though it’s an all-new GT, there’s no denying it’s unmistakably recognisable as an AMG GT. Around the back, you’ll find a cool new tail light design, and although there’s a diffuser and some vents, the stick of truth has found them all to be fake! Despite sharing the same underpinnings as the AMG SL, the only thing borrowed from this car’s design can be found along the side - the doors! Everything else is unique to the GT. Up front, you’ll find the instantly recognisable aggressive-style grille, coupled with a load of vents which are actually real!
Step inside and the GT is a lovely car to be in. There’s Alcantara on the steering wheel and you'll find weighty metal paddle shifters on either side, and there’s a huge infotainment screen on the centre of the dash. The turbine-style vents look cool, but unfortunately, there’s quite a bit of cheap materials to be found in the cabin. What’s more, the cover for the sun visor has to be operated manually! Not what you would expect to find in a car that costs from £165,000.
When it comes to engines, all versions of the AMG GT are powered by a 4-litre twin-turbo V8. The entry-level is the AMG 55 model, which puts down 476hp and 700Nm. The car we have here, the 63, produces 585hp and 800Nm, while the range-topper is the GT 63 S E-Performance. It’s a hybrid, so it comes with a V8 and an electric motor, which combine to produce 816hp and an eye-watering 1,420Nm!
So what do you think - could the new GT be a 911 beater? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:49 Engine
01:48 0-60mph
02:39 Design
03:49 Price
05:21 Interior
08:51 Back Seats
09:59 Boot
11:00 Annoying Features
13:20 Cool Features
15:08 Town Driving
17:35 Motorway Driving
19:06 Country Road Driving
21:12 Verdict
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New AMG C63 vs BMW M3 vs Audi RS4: DRAG RACE
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It’s the one you AMG fans have been waiting for!
We’ve finally got our hands on the new Mercedes-AMG C63 S Estate, and it’s going head-to-head against its closest rivals - the BMW M3 Touring and the Audi RS4 Competition!
So let’s check out how the three compare. Starting with the AMG, it’s done the unthinkable and swapped the V8 for a 2-litre 4-cylinder turbo! This can produce 476hp, but fear not - there’s also an electric motor fitted to the rear axel that can produce 204hp, so as a result the new C63 produces 680hp and a colossal 1,020Nm! It’s equipped with a 9-speed automatic gearbox, it weighs in at a hefty 2,190kg, and it costs around £99,750.
As for the BMW, it’s packing the same 3-litre twin-turbo straight-six as found in the saloon. This puts down 510hp and 650Nm, sends power to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox, and it tips the scales at just 1,865kg. It’s also a fair bit cheaper than the AMG, coming in at £88,800.
Then finally we have the limited-edition Audi RS4 Competition. It has the same 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 as the regular car, and it still produces 450hp and 600Nm. Power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox, and it’s both the lightest & cheapest car here, coming in at 1,745kg & £84,600 respectively.
So surely it has to be a walkover for the AMG, right? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
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Amazing Toyota GR Yaris GRMN timed on track and 0-60mph
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How’s THIS for a World Exclusive!
Mat’s flown over to Japan, and he’s got his hands on every edition of GR Yaris ever made! But that’s not all, he’s going to be the first journalist EVER to take these cars around Toyota’s all-new test track!
During this video, he’ll get his hands on the 1st generation, the Japan-exclusive GRMN, the 2nd generation (both manual & automatic), and the limited-edition Ojier & Rovanperä editions!
So let’s take a look at how they compare. Starting with the 1st GR Yaris, it comes with a 1.6-litre 3-cylinder engine that produces 272hp and 370Nm. It’s equipped with a switchable four-wheel drive system and a 6-speed manual gearbox, and it truly is an affordable and incredible rally car for the road!
Then we come to the GRMN edition. Only 500 were ever made, and while horsepower is the same, torque increases slightly to 390Nm. The car also comes with several other upgrades, including a carbon fibre wing and bonnet, a lower ride height, and a load of Alcantara on the inside!
Then we come to the second generation. Power has been increased to 300hp and 400Nm, and it’s available either manually or automatically. It comes with stiffer suspension, a 20mm lower ride height than the gen one, and a set of digital dials. It also comes with a loftier price tag, starting at £40,000.
And then finally we have the two limited-edition models, built with personal input from drivers from the Toyota Gazoo Racing WRC team. Both editions have exclusive paint jobs, improved rear wings, as well as drive mode settings personally chosen by the two drivers. Both cars are limited to just 200 editions each!
It’s the video every GR Yaris fan has been waiting for, but which will Mat choose as his favourite? You’ll need to keep watching to see for yourself!
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This new car BLEW me away!
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This is the all-new Peugeot 3008!
Mat’s got his hands on the all-electric version of Peugeot’s family-friendly SUV, and he’s about to find out if it can compete with key competitors like the Tesla Model Y and Audi Q4 e-tron!
So let’s start with a look at the design, and we have to say, it looks absolutely fantastic! Around the back you’ve got a sloping roof line, a little spoiler and some cool tail lights, and it also comes with a two-tone roof and a smart sculptured effect on the wheel arches. At the front it comes with prominent scratched lion-style DRLs, and even though this car’s electric, it comes with a super-stylish huge grille. It’s a huge improvement on the 3008s of yesteryear!
Step inside and the cool design trend continues! Up top on the dash is a huge infotainment and digital dial screen, and there’s a customisable screen in the centre of the dash where you can add shortcut buttons. The cabin is mostly filled with soft-touch materials, and the centre console even comes with some physical buttons included. All-in-all, it’s hard to fault the quality of this interior.
When it comes to performance, there’s currently a single petrol-powered car available, which is powered by a 1.2-litre engine that drives the front-wheels and provided 158hp. As for the E-3008, it comes with a single electric motor that can provide 213hp. It’s also equipped with a 72kWh battery which is good for a range of up to 327 miles.
There are a few other releases in the pipe-line, including an E-3008 with a 98kWh battery and a range of 430 miles, as well as a dual motor edition that will be able to produce 320hp. A plug-in hybrid is also due in the future, too.
When it comes to price, the petrol-powered 3008 starts from around £35,000. But if you’re in the market for an E-3008, you’re looking at a starting price of around £46,000! So is it better than the competition? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:56 Design
02:44 Price
04:26 Interior
07:49 Back Seats
11:07 Boot
13:35 Annoying Features
15:15 Cool Features
17:59 Engines, Batteries & Motors
19:09 Town Driving
23:23 Motorway Driving
24:07 Country Road Driving
25:03 0-60mph
25:33 Verdict
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NEW Porsche 911 Revealed!
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Meet the updated Porsche 911!
Porsche has unveiled an updated version of its class-leading sports car, but this is no ordinary facelift. For the first time ever, the 911 has gone hybrid!
So apart from the changes under the skin, let’s see what else has been updated. Thankfully, not too much! Around the front, you’ll find a new set of LED matrix headlights, as well as an updated front bumper. Within it, you’ll find 5 vertical fins on each side, and these can open and close depending on whether the radiator needs cooling. There are new alloy wheel designs to choose from, and around the rear, you’ll find a tweaked light bar, as well as new vents behind the windscreen and a new rear bumper.
Step inside and there’s one notable change - the analogue rev counter has gone, with a fully digital driver display fitted instead. It looks pretty smart and comes with lots of different options, but it’s just not the same as a traditional rev counter! Otherwise, the interior is every bit as smart as you’d expect from a 911, with soft-touch materials throughout and a large infotainment screen on the dash.
When it comes to performance, only the new GTS comes as a hybrid. It’s now powered by a 3.6-litre flat-six with a single turbo, and this combines with the electric motor to produce 541hp and 610Nm of torque - that’s 61hp more than the previous GTS! Porsche claims it will be able to hit 60mph in just 3 seconds, and it also comes with a top speed of 194mph.
The new 911 range starts from £99,800. But if you’re looking to get your hands on the GTS, it will set you back at least £132,600! The question is, if you could, would you pay it? Or would you pick up a second-hand fully petrol-powered 911 instead? Let us know in the comments!
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Should these 10 new car trends DIE?!
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Something is making our cars uglier, and we can do nothing about it!
In recent years several new laws and regulations have been introduced, and it seems they are ruining the aesthetics of all-new cars! To make matters worse, some of the rules and regulations that have been introduced will alter cars so much, that some relatively new cars have had to go out of production altogether!
In this video, Mat will run you through 10 aspects of cars that are having to change due to these new rules. For example, all new cars have to come with AEB sensors. This stands for autonomous emergency braking. Now of course this is important to help cars avoid collisions, the problem is, it results in large boxes having to be added to the front of new cars, and they just look awful!
But that’s not all! There are now regulations for the size of door mirrors, too. In the past you would expect to see small cars come with compact door mirrors which still served their purpose. However, in the modern day, door mirrors have to come of a certain size, and we think these mirrors just look oversized on certain cars, further ruining the aesthetics!
But of course, one of the biggest law changes that is changing new cars is the banning of internal combustion engines. Previously, the grille on the front of a car was a great way for manufacturers to show off their identity, but the removal of petrol-powered engines means the grilles aren’t required, so manufacturers are now adding plastic grilles which just lend themselves to ruining the car’s aesthetics even further!
The question is, which of these laws and regulations do you think has ruined cars the most? Let us know in the comments!
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Lamborghini Revuelto v Tesla Model S Plaid: DRAG RACE
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It’s time for an incredible petrol vs electric drag race!
The Lamborghini Revuelto is back, and it’s going head-to-head against the almighty Tesla Model S Plaid! So let’s see how these two incredible machines compare.
Starting with the Lambo, it’s powered by a 6.5-litre naturally-aspirated V12 along with THREE electric motors! These combine to produce 1,015hp and 1,076Nm of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox, and it weighs in at 1,772kg. If you’re looking to pick one up, it’ll cost you at least £447,000!
Then alongside it we have the Tesla. It’s powered by three electric motors, and these combine to produce 1,020hp and 1,420Nm of torque. It’s also well up on weight compared to the Revuelto, tipping the scales at 2,539kg! It’s a whole lot cheaper, mind, costing around £115,000.
So they’re almost neck-and-neck when it comes to power, but will the extra weight bring the Tesla down? Or will the instant power release propel it to victory? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
Thanks to everyone who help set up this race:
- Lambo: @tomi-auto
- Tesla: @lautlosperformance
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Off-road Super Bike v Polaris RZR: DRAG RACE
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It’s time for an absolutely incredible off-road race!
We’ve got our hands on a Polaris RZR off-road buggy, and it’s going head-to-head in a series of off-road challenges against a Suzuki GSX-R that’s been modified to help it leave the tarmac!
So let’s see how the two compare. Starting with the Polaris, it’s powered by a 1-litre 2-cylinder engine that can deliver 112hp. It comes with four-wheel drive, weighs in at 745kg, and all-in costs around £29,000.
As for the bike, it’s a whole lot lighter than the Polaris, weighing only 198kg. It’s still packing a bit of power, mind, being able to put down 140hp. It was one of the most sought-after super bikes back in the early 2000s, and it's now had several mods added to it including off-road tyres and armour plating!
So can a superbike actually beat a buggy that's been built for off-roading? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
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Audi RS4 Competition v RS7 Performance: DRAG RACE
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We’ve got our hands on the limited-edition Audi RS4 Competition, and we’re about to see how this extra-special RS4 compares to the all-new Audi RS7 Performance!
So let’s see how the two compare. The RS4 Competition comes with the same 2.9-litre twin-turbo V6 as in the standard car. The engine also produces the same 450hp and 600Nm as the regular car. However, it’s had several upgrades applied to it, including a tweak to the gearbox software to help it shift and launch better than the standard car!
Power is still sent to all four wheels via the 8-speed automatic gearbox, and this limited-edition RS4 tips the scales at 1,785kg.
Then we come to the RS7 Performance. It’s powered by a 4-litre twin-turbo V8, and this can put down 630hp and 800Nm. Just like the RS4 power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox, and the car weighs in at 2,065kg.
So the RS7 weighs more than the RS4, but it also rolls up with an eye-watering high price tag of £133,000! The RS4 may not be that cheap either, costing £84,600, but is the RS7 worth £48,000 more? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
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New Renault Scenic review: Better roof than a Rolls-Royce?!
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This is the all-new Renault Scenic!
In the past, the Scenic was renowned as an MPV people character, but the design has now been updated to make it more like an SUV. What’s more, it’s also ditched the internal combustion engine and gone electric only!
So does the new Scenic have what it takes to compete with class leaders like the Skoda Enyaq and Tesla Model Y? Let's take a closer look
We'll start with the design, and around the back, the Scenic looks pretty smart, and it comes with a set of futuristic & thin tail lamps. However, the lower part of the car sticks out, and we think it looks a little strange. Along the side, the car we have here (the range-topping edition) comes with smart chrome surrounds, and there’s also a full-length panoramic roof. Along the front, there’s a smart-looking grille, coupled with some thin headlamps.
Step inside and the Scenic is a pretty smart car. There’s a large infotainment screen that sits in the centre of the dash, and the digital dials screen is also pretty large and comes with a number of different settings to choose from. The cabin has some soft-touch materials, but there’s also a fair share of scratchy plastics.
As the Scenic has now ditched the engine, there are just two battery options to choose from. The entry-level is a 60kWh battery with a range of up to 260 miles and a single 170hp motor. Alternatively, you can choose the 87kWh battery, which comes with a range of up to 379 miles and a single motor that delivers 217hp.
So what do you think - does the new Scenic have what it takes to compete with the best? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:55 Design
02:11 Price
03:35 Interior
06:52 Back Seats
08:55 Boot
10:59 Annoying Features
14:20 Cool Features
16:27 Batteries & Motors
17:26 Town Driving
20:09 Motorway Driving
21:05 Country Road Driving
22:39 0-60mph
23:54 Verdict
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Ferrari Purosangue v 812 v SF90 v 296 GTB: DRAG RACE
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It’s time for an almighty Ferrari drag race!
We’ve got our hands on four of the latest & greatest Ferraris you can buy, and they’re all going head-to-head over the quarter mile to see just how they compare to each other!
So let’s take a look through the line-up. Starting with the Purosangue, it’s powered by a 6.5-litre naturally-aspirated V12 that can deliver 725hp and 716Nm, and it weighs in at 2,033kg. Power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed dual-clutch gearbox, and it comes in at a starting price of £313,000.
Alongside it we have the 812 GTS. It’s also powered by a 6.5-litre NA V12, and it produces 800hp and 718Nm. Power is sent to the rear wheels only via a 7-speed dual-clutch, and it comes in at a starting price of £293,000.
The third car in the line-up is the 296 GTB. This rolls up with a 3-litre twin-turbo V6 coupled with an electric motor, and these combine to create 830hp and 740Nm of torque. This power is sent to the rear wheels only, and it’s the lightest car here, tipping the scales at 1,470kg (although to be fair, that’s only the dry weight).
And then the last car in the line-up is the almighty SF90. It’s equipped with a 4-litre twin-turbo V8 as well as three electric motors. These combine to produce 1,000hp and 800Nm, and power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox. It tips the scales at 1,570kg, and if you try and pick one up today it’ll cost around £376,000.
So will the SF90 walk it? Or could an upset be on the cards? There’s only one way to find out for sure… LET’S RACE!
Thanks to everyone who lent us cars for this race:
- SF90: @tomi-auto
- 812 & Purosangue:
/ lucky_khera ,
/ stevekhera &
/ racelab_official
- 296 GTB: https://fourmarkscar.club/
- 296 GTB:
/ fmsupercarclub
- 296 GTB:
/ hoff_supercars
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Toyota Land Cruiser vs Range Rover: OFF-ROAD RACE!
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It’s time for two off-roading legends to go head-to-head!
We’ve got Mat in a Land Cruiser from 2002, and it’s about to face off against a Range Rover in a series of off-road challenges!
So let’s see how the two compare. Starting with the Land Cruiser, it’s powered by a 4.7-litre naturally-aspirated V8 that can produce 235hp and 434Nm of torque. It comes equipped with a 4-speed automatic gearbox, and it weighs in at 2,260kg. We picked up this car with over 275,000 miles on the clock, and it still cost us £5,000!
Alongside that, we have the Range Rover. It dates back to 2004, and it’s powered by a 4.4-litre naturally-aspirated V8 that can put down 286hp and 440Nm. This power is sent to all four wheels via a 5-speed automatic gearbox, and it tips the scales at 2,440kg. What’s more, the Range Rover only cost us £2,000 when we picked it up!
So the Range Rover is heavier, but it also has more power! Will the weight difference prove decisive? There’s only one way to find out… Let’s do this!
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How Used EV Values Are Dropping Like Crazy!
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Every car loses value as soon as you drive it off a forecourt. Unfortunately, depreciation is just something you have to accept when buying a new car.
However, some cars seem to be more susceptible at losing value than others, and in this instance, we’re taking a closer look at electric cars!
We’ve teamed up with cap hpi to take a look at some of the newer electric cars to hit our streets, and we’re finding out what the top 10 worst electric cars are when it comes to losing value after one year of ownership.
From affordable to high-end cars, it seems no car is safe from depreciation! For example, we found a Porsche Taycan Turbo S from 2023 that only had 20 miles on the clock, and the value had dropped from £150,000 to £113,000 - that’s a loss of around £1,800 for each mile the car had travelled!
However, some cars have seen a much steeper decline in their value. But which do you think will claim the top spot? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
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Lamborghini Revuelto v 1000hp M3 Touring v 1000hp R8: DRAG RACE
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The Lamborghini Revuelto is BACK, and it’s going up against some crazy opponents!
First up we have Mat in the BMW M3 Touring, and on the far side of the track, we have an Audi R8 V10. But this is no normal BMW or Audi - they’ve both been tuned and now have insane power outputs!
So let’s check out the three contenders. Starting with the Lambo, it’s powered by a 6.5-litre naturally-aspirated V12 along with three electric motors. These combine to produce 1,015hp and 1,062Nm, and the car weighs in at 1,772kg. All in, this car will set you back at least £450,000!
Then we have the M3 Touring. The normal M3 Touring has a 3-litre twin-turbo straight-six that can deliver 510hp and 650Nm. However, this one has had a full engine and gearbox rebuild, and as a result, it now delivers 1,000hp and 1,100Nm! The car weighs 1,865kg, and the cost of the car and the upgrades combined is £135,000.
Then finally we have the Audi. It comes with the same 5.2-litre V10 as the regular car, but whereas it's normally naturally aspirated, it now has a couple of turbos strapped to it! As a result, it can now deliver 1,000hp and 800Nm! It’s the lightest car here, at 1,580kg, and all-in this car cost around £100,000.
So can anyone pick a winner? Surely the all-new Lambo has to snatch it, right?! There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
Thanks to everyone for lending us their cars:
- Lambo: @tomi-auto
- BMW:
/ tomwrigleyperformance
- R8:
/ onyxautomotiveuk
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Has Mercedes ruined the G-Wagen?
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Meet the all-electric G-Class!
Mercedes has finally unveiled the all-electric G580. The question is, does this all-electric G-Class ruin the heritage of this world-renowned off-roader?
For starters, let’s check out the design. Thankfully, the biggest changes are under the skin, so this all-new G retains its predecessor's classic boxy shape. Up front, there’s an updated grille design, coupled with an updated lower bumper. You still get trim that runs across the side of the car, although in this electric edition it comes with a little blue stripe included! Around the back, there’s an updated rear bumper, and on the back door, what once held a spare wheel now holds the charging cables!
Step inside and the G580 is just as stylish and well-built as those that came before it. There are soft-touch, high-quality materials throughout, and the seats are super comfortable. The 580 comes with a new steering wheel, updated infotainment and digital dial screens, along with a number of other updates in the centre console and across the dash.
When it comes to performance, there are a number of options to run through. For those not wanting to go fully electric, there’s a 3-litre diesel and a 3-litre straight-six turbo petrol, and these deliver 367hp and 449hp respectively. Meanwhile, the AMG G63 delivers 585hp, and all cars are equipped with a 9-speed automatic gearbox.
As for the G580, it comes with an incredible four electric motors, and these combine to produce 587hp and an eye-watering 1,164Nm! So there’s loads of power, but because it weighs over 3 tonnes, it still takes 4.7 seconds to hit 60mph.
The entry-level diesel G-Class starts at £136,000, the all-electric G580 starts at around £160,000, and the most powerful AMG G63 costs around £185,000. With that in mind, should you choose the all-electric G580 over the G63?! You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:04 Design
03:35 Price
06:41 Interior
07:55 Back Seats
09:51 Boot
10:46 Annoying Features
12:43 Cool Features
18:16 Engines
18:58 Motors & Batteries
20:23 0-60mph
21:12 Driving
25:46 Off-road Driving
37:27 G-Turn
40:44 AMG G63 Driving
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New Aston Martin Vantage review!
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Meet the all-new Aston Martin Vantage!
The Vantage is essentially Britain’s answer to the Porsche 911 Turbo S. The question is, does this all-new sports car have what it takes to go toe-to-toe with the class leader?
Well for starters, let’s take a closer look at the design. Up top the front end has been redesigned, and you’ll find a carbon fibre splitter down below, along with vents on the bonnet to help release air that comes in through the trademark Aston Martin grille. There are all-new matrix LED headlights, and all the vents you see serve a purpose. Around the back, there’s a large light bar along with a ducktail spoiler, and across the side, there are some extended side skirts. All-in-all, it looks fantastic!
Step inside and the interior set-up is very similar to recent Aston Martin releases like the DB12. The centre console comes covered in a multitude of buttons and rollers, and they’re all built to a high standard! Aston Martin now also has its own infotainment system, although if we’re being honest, it’s not exactly the best. Thankfully though that’s the only real negative of the interior. The cabin is built to a high standard using soft touch, and nice-quality materials throughout, and as you’d expect, the seats are super comfortable.
Then we get to the power source - the glorious 4-litre twin-turbo V8! It may be the same AMG unit as found in the previous car, but Aston Martin has been allowed to go to work with it for this new release. As a result, it comes with bigger turbos, and now produces 665hp and 800Nm! That’s 150hp more than the previous Vantage!
Naturally, all of this quality comes at a cost, with the new Vantage starting from £165,000. So is it worth it? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:16 Engine
01:08 Design
04:47 Interior
07:40 Boot
08:14 5 Annoying Things
09:34 5 Cool Things
11:32 Town Driving
14:56 Motorway Driving
16:15 Country Road Driving
17:21 Track Driving
21:18 0-60mph
23:42 Verdict
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Toyota Hilux v Isuzu D-MAX: OFF-ROAD CHALLENGE!
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It’s time for an almighty Arctic Trucks off-road showdown!
We’ve got our hands on an Isuzu D-MAX, and it’s about to face off against a Toyota Hilux! They’re two incredible pick-ups, and they’ve both been worked on by the team at Arctic Trucks, which means they come with a number of upgrades including wide-body kits, upgraded springs and dampers, wider suspension and huge 35-inch tyres!
So let’s see how these pick-ups compare. Starting with the D-MAX, it’s powered by a 1.9-litre turbo diesel engine that can put down 164hp and 360Nm of torque. This power is sent to all four wheels, and it tips the scales at 2,205kg. It’s also equipped with a low-range mode as well as a rear locking diff.
Alongside it is the Hilux, which has a 2.8-litre 4-cylinder turbo diesel under the bonnet that puts down 204hp and 500Nm. It also comes with off-road tech like in the Isuzu, although it is a bit heavier, tipping the scales at 2,325kg.
Both these trucks come in at just under £70,000 once Arctic Trucks have gone to work on them, but which will come out on top in this video? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
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Nissan R34 v Toyota JZX100: DRAG RACE
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JDM fans, we’ve got you with this one!
We’ve got our hands on a Toyota Chaser & a Nissan R34 Skyline, and they’re both going head-to-head in a drag race!
Both these cars have been heavily modified and normally spend most of their time drifting, but Mat and Yianni wanted to see how they compared when they went head-to-head in a straight-line race!
First up we’ve got the Toyota Chaser JZX100. Normally its 2.5-litre inline 6 would produce 276hp and 377Nm, but naturally, it’s been increased, and it now produces 500hp and 678Nm! Power is sent to the rear wheels only via a 5-speed manual, and the total cost of the car including the upgrades is £50,000.
Next up we have the GT-R R34. Normally it would ‘only’ produce 155hp and 186Nm, but this has been dialled way up to now produce 550hp and 746Nm! Just like the Chaser it’s RWD, and the total cost including all upgrades is around £100,000!
The question is, who will handle the manual shifts better - Mat or Yianni? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
Thanks to everyone who lent us their cars:
- Toyota Chaser:
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- Nissan R34:
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The LEAST reliable cars 2024!
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Here it is - the top 10 most unreliable used cars you can buy in 2024!
We’ve teamed up with the team at Warrantywise to find out which ten cars they rank as the least reliable cars you can buy in 2024. To compile this list, there are a few things to consider regarding this data.
For one, all models included in this list are less than 10 years old, so they’re all relatively new, and the manufacturer warranty has expired for all cars included. The list also excludes vans - we’re only looking at cars here!
The question is, which car will come out on top? There’s a stereotype that Italian cars are notoriously unreliable - will we see a load of Alfas and Fiats appear in the top 10? And on the flip side, will we see any ever-reliable German brands appear in the countdown?
There’s only one way to find out - stick with Mat to see for yourself!
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New Ferrari V12 - full details!
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Meet the all-new Ferrari 12 Cilindri!
It’s Ferrari’s replacement for the 812 Superfast, and it may just be the last V12-fronted Ferrari ever released! But with that in mind, could it potentially be the greatest Ferrari ever released?! Let’s take a closer look.
Starting with the design, if anything it’s not exactly instantly recognisable as a Ferrari! Rather than look similar to the 812, Ferrari wanted the Cilindri to be modern and futuristic, with very few sharp creases or sculptured body panels. However, fear not Ferrari fans! There are still a few classic design elements, including the design of the daytime running lights, and the way the headlights wrap around the front bumper, similar to the 365 Daytona.
Step inside, and the interior seriously reminds us of the Purosangue - apart from the lack of back seats, of course! There are three screens on the inside, including one on the dash for the passenger. There’s also lashing of Alcantara throughout, but would you expect anything else from a Ferrari that will likely cost £300,000+?
Now let’s get to the centrepiece of the 12 Cilindri - the engine! It’s based on the 6.5-litre V12 from the old 812 Competizione, and it generates an eye-watering 830hp and 678Nm of torque! It comes with a couple of key upgrades over the old engine, including special aluminium alloy pistons, and titanium con-rods that are 40% lighter than the steel ones.
So what do you think - could this be the greatest Ferrari of all time? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
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700hp+ RS6 v RS3 v S4: DRAG RACE
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It’s time for a tuned Audi drag race!
We’ve got our hands on an RS3, an S4 and an Audi RS6, and all three have been tuned by Awesome GTI! So let’s see how the three compare.
Starting with the RS3, it’s still equipped with a 2.5-litre 5-cylinder turbo, but whereas it normally puts down 400hp and 500Nm, after the tune it now delivers 475hp and 600Nm. It’s still the lightest car here, mind, weighing in at 1,575kg. The cost of the car and tune combined is around £70,000.
Then we have the S4. It originally came with a 3-litre turbo V6, and it’s still equipped with one. However, whereas it normally puts down 354hp and 500Nm, it now delivers 556hp and 843Nm! It weighs 1,835kg and is SO cheap, with the car and tune only costing £24,000!
Then finally we have the RS6. It’s still equipped with a 4-litre twin-turbo V8, but it now produces 730hp and 1,000Nm, compared to the stock 600hp and 800Nm. It’s no surprise that it’s the heaviest car here, weighing 2,075kg, and the car and tune cost around £65,000.
So will it be a clean sweep for the RS6? Or could the extra weight slow it down? There’s only one way to find out for sure… LET’S RACE!
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Ferrari Purosangue v Lamborghini Urus: DRAG RACE
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The Ferrari Purosangue is finally HERE!
Mat’s rolled up in the Lamborghini Urus Performante, and he’s about to see if it has what it takes to bring down this all-new Ferrari SUV!
So let’s check out how the two compare. Starting with the Lambo, it’s powered by a 4-litre twin-turbo V8 that can put down 666hp and 850Nm of torque. It’s equipped with four-wheel drive, weighs in at 2,150kg, and has a starting price of £209,000.
As for the Ferrari, well it’s packing a much larger engine - a 6.5-litre naturally-aspirated V12! This can deliver 725hp and 716Nm, and it weighs in at 2,033kg. It’s a bit more expensive than the Urus, with a starting price of £313,000.
So the Ferrari has more power, but the Lambo has more torque! Will the extra weight of the Lambo drag it down? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
Thanks to everyone for lending us their cars for this race:
- Ferrari:
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- Lambo:
/ kherasoulitions
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Audi RS7 Performance v Tuned RS3: DRAG RACE
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It’s time for an Audi vs Audi drag race!
Mat’s brought along his new long-term test car, the Audi RS7 Performance, and he’s racing it against an Audi RS3! But this is no ordinary RS3 - it’s had an ECU remap and a recalibrated gearbox, and it just may have what it takes to compete with the RS7!
So let’s check out the stats. Starting with the RS3, it’s equipped with a 2.5-litre 5-cylinder turbo. This would normally produce 400hp and 480Nm of torque, but following the tune it can now produce 500hp and 630Nm! It only weighs in at 1,510kg, and it costs around £30,000.
Then we have the RS7. It packs a 4-litre twin-turbo V8, producing 630hp and 850Nm of torque. This power is sent to all four wheels, and it weighs much more than the RS3, tipping the scales at 2,065kg! It’s also so much more expensive, costing around £133,000!
So the RS7 is up on power, but it’s also well up on weight! Will the weight difference prove decisive? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
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New Porsche Macan Review - has it lost appeal?
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Porsche’s mini SUV has had a major revamp for 2024, and there’s one key difference - it’s gone fully ELECTRIC! Now that might sound like a bad thing to some but Porsche being Porsche has gone all out on the engineering of the new Macan.
Let’s have a closer look shall we. On the outside Porsche has done what they usually do and kept the design pretty similar to the previous car but still made some notable changes. Starting at the front the grille has been swapped for a larger lower air intake, and the new headlights are almost exactly the same as the Taycan.
From the side there’s not a huge difference to the current Macan but you can start to see one big change they have actually made. And that of course is the rear, you now have a much more squat looking rear-end which helps with the aerodynamics of the car, whether it looks better or not, we’ll leave that up to you.
On the inside the new Macan is again pretty similar to the Taycan, but that’s no bad thing is it? The driver gets a high resolution curved display as well as a large infotainment screen in the centre of the dash. Even the front passenger gets their own display that is perfect for watching Carwow on.
Then of course getting rid of the ICE version of the Macan does has some benefits, one of those being, performance. The entry-level dual-motor can produce 408hp, while the top-of-the-range Turbo can put down 640hp and an mind bending 1,130Nm of torque - that’s 80Nm more than the Taycan Turbo S! Porsche also claims it should be able to hit 60mph in just 3.3 seconds but we’ll see what it can really do in this video!
The new Macan will start at around £70,000, rising to around £95,000 for the Turbo edition. But is it worth it?! You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:44 Design
02:58 Interior
07:02 Back Seats
10:10 Boot
11:48 Annoying Features
14:05 Cool features
16:54 Powertrain
18:24 Boat
20:41 Town Driving
23:09 Motorway Driving
23:53 Country Road Driving
26:39 0-60
26:58 Efficiency
27:36 Verdict
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This car almost broke my legs!
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Meet the all-new Aston Martin DB12 Volante!
Mat’s got his hands on this new drop-top GT, and he’s about to see how this car has evolved compared to the DB11 Volante, while also seeing if it can compare with class leaders like the Roma Spider!
For starters, let’s check out the exterior design, and it’s no surprise that it looks absolutely fantastic! The rear end may be relatively similar to the DB11, but that’s no bad thing! It’s slightly wider than the previous edition, and the new tail light design looks absolutely great. Along the side, the car comes with 21-inch alloys, and it also comes with pop-out door handles, aggressive side skirts and frameless side mirrors.
Along the front, the car has had a total design overhaul. The clamshell bonnet is gone, and it’s instead made of several different panels. There are loads of vents, matrix LED headlights, and the trademark huge grille at the front.
Step inside and the interior’s had a total overhaul. There’s an all-new infotainment system, and redesigned centre console with loads of physical buttons and rollers, and naturally the interior is covered in swathes of leather and aluminium panels. The seats are also super comfortable, but don’t expect adults to fit into the rear seats!
Under the bonnet, you’ll find an AMG 4-litre twin-turbo V8 that can produce 680hp and 800Nm of torque. This power is sent to the rear wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox, and Aston Martin claims it can hit 60mph in 3.6 seconds.
The all-new DB12 Volante starts from £205,000, but is it worth it? Stick with Mat to see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:53 Design
04:31 Interior
08:07 Back Seats
09:49 Boot
11:59 Annoying Features
14:55 Good Features
18:21 Engine
19:10 Town Driving
21:32 Driving Modes
22:54 Country Road Driving
24:55 0-60mph & Brake Test
26:00 Verdict
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