New Porsche Cayenne review: It could save you money!
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Say hello to the new Porsche Cayenne!
Porsche’s flagship SUV has had a mid-life facelift, and Mat’s about to see just what’s changed compared to the previous edition, while also seeing if it can compete with market leaders such as the BMW X5.
When it comes to the design, it’s not overly different to the previous generation, given it’s only a mid-life facelift. Around the back, you’ll find a thinner full-length light bar, along with some updated exhaust designs. Alloy wheels now start at 20 inches instead of 19, rising up to 22 inches. But step around the front and this is where the biggest design changes can be found. There’s an all-new bonnet with creases sweeping along the front, along with an all-new bumper and grille, flanked by thinner Matrix LED headlights. All things considered, it looks pretty smart!
Step inside and the traditional Porsche quality is clear to see. There’s leather throughout the cabin (although this car does have the extended leather package added!), and everything feels well-built and sturdy. There’s a fully redesigned centre console, and thankfully Porsche has retained the physical climate control buttons. There’s a fully redesigned digital dial display, and a large infotainment screen which is pretty easy to use. This edition also comes with a third screen for the front seat passenger built into the dash!
There are a load of engine choices available. If you’re keeping it petrol-only, you can pick up the Cayenne S with either a 3-litre V6 with 353hp or a 4-litre twin-turbo V8 with 474hp. If you want a plug-in hybrid, two options come with the 3-litre V6 and an electric motor to deliver 470hp or 519hp. The range-topper is the Cayenne Turbo, which combined the 4-litre V8 with an electric motor to put down 739hp.
There’s only a slight issue though - it’s not cheap! The entry-level Cayenne starts at around £70,000, easily rising to over £100,000 for the range-topper with a couple of options added! So is it worth it? Stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
01:06 Design
02:04 Price
03:30 Interior
06:57 Back Seats
08:57 Boot
10:06 Annoying Features
11:40 Cool Features
13:59 Engines
15:20 Town Driving
18:58 Motorway Driving
20:41 Country Road Driving
21:49 0-60mph
23:07 Verdict
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Tuned NISMO GT-R v Tesla Plaid: DRAG RACE
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It’s time for another petrol v electric drag race!
We’ve brought back the Tesla Model X Plaid, and it’s going up against a Nissan GT-R NISMO!
So let’s check out the stats. Normally the GT-R is powered by a 3.8-litre twin-turbo V6 that can produce 600hp and 650Nm of torque. However, it’s been tuned, and as a result, it can now produce an amazing 810hp and 890Nm of torque! This power is sent to all four wheels, and it tips the scales at 1,725kg.
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. But even though it’s up on power, it’s also well up on weight compared to the GT-R, weighing in at 2,539kg!
So the Tesla is a fair bit more powerful, but it’s also a whole lot heavier! But will the weight difference prove decisive? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
Thanks to everyone for lending us their cars:
- Tesla Model X: https://prostate-project.org.uk/
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Land Cruiser vs Superbike OFF-ROAD RACE!
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Check out this line-up!
We’ve got our hands on a classic Toyota Land Cruiser from 2002, and it’s about to face off against a GSXR 1000 K2 in a series of off-road challenges!
On the face of it the Land Cruiser should walk it, right? Well, this is no ordinary super bike! It’s had a load of mods added to it so it can tackle this off-road course, including the addition of off-road tyres and armour plating underneath!
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’s equipped with four-wheel drive, and it also has low-range mode and a central locking diff.
As for the bike, it’s naturally a whole lot lighter than the Land Cruiser, weighing only 198kg. It’s still packing a bit of power, mind, being able to put down 140hp.
So can a super bike that was built for the road really compete on an off-road course? Stick around with Mat to see for yourself!
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AMG's 610hp M5 killer & the BEST new cars coming 2024 - 2026!
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Some absolutely amazing new cars have been unveiled over the past few weeks, and we’ve pulled together the very best new announcements in this video!
So let’s take a closer look at what’s been released.
Earlier this week Porsche lifted the lid on the Taycan Turbo GT. It’s the most powerful Porsche production car ever released, pumping out an incredible 1,100hp! That’s more power than a Tesla Model S Plaid, and amazingly, it’s claimed it can hit 60mph in just 2.2 seconds! There’s a catch, though - it’ll set you back at least £186,000. That’s around £90,000 than the Plaid!
It’s also been confirmed that a new Bugatti hypercar is on the way! We don’t have any details on the name yet, or the power figures, but one thing we do know is this all-new V16 engine sounds absolutely epic! We also know that this new Bugatti will come with hybrid tech, so you can bet it’ll pump out more than the 1500hp produced by the Chiron’s W16!
An all-new AMG E53 was also unveiled just this week. This will also come with hybrid tech, which in this instance will see an electric motor mounted inside the gearbox! This will combine with the 3-litre turbocharged straight-six engine to produce 612hp and propel the E53 to 60mph in just 3.8 seconds!
So they’re some pretty special cars, but there are so many more recently unveiled, including an all-electric Charger Daytona, a couple of Rivian EVs, and the all-new ID3 GTX & ID7 GTX Tourer!
So which of these new cars are you most excited about? Let us know in the comments!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:40 Porsche Taycan Turbo GT
02:30 New V16 Bugatti
03:42 Mercedes-AMG E53
06:06 New Charger Daytona
08:52 Rivian R2 & R3
10:18 VW ID3 GTX
11:17 Audi A3 Facelift
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Why have 120,000 people bought this car?!
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Just why is the Volkswagen T-Roc so popular?!
Since first unveiling the T-Roc just 6 years ago VW has sold more than 112,000 T-Rocs in just the UK alone! In fact, in just 2023 alone, more T-Rocs were sold in the UK than the combined number of Polestar, Genesis, Bentley, Alfa Romeo, Jeep & Subarus sold in the same year!
Well, Mat’s about to take a closer look to see just what makes the T-Roc so popular. Some things are fairly obvious, such as the design. It may be a pretty standard crossover SUV, but it comes with a good few design cues to help it stand out. It’s also pretty well built, so even just opening and closing the doors helps the car feel solid.
What’s more, its small size means it’s pretty easy to drive around town, and helps even the more cautious driver squeeze through smaller gaps and into small parking spaces.
However, it’s not all rosy. For example, while the entry-level T-Roc isn’t too expensive, costing around £28,000, the price can easily rise up into the mid-£40,000! The car we have here, for example, isn’t even the top-spec car, but with a couple of options added it costs north of £41,000! When you consider what other family-friendly cars you can pick up for that price, we’re not sure if they offer the best value for money!
And while it’s ok to drive in town, once you hit a dual carriageway or country road, the pick-up and responsiveness of the gearbox and engine leaves a little bit to be desired. There’s also a lack of hybrid engine options, too!
So will Mat think it’s good value for money? Or will he choose an alternative instead? Stick around and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:37 Sales
00:59 Design
01:47 Driving
03:19 Back Seats
04:13 Town Driving
05:27 Parking
06:11 Interior Tech
08:33 Price
10:41 0-60mph
11:36 Gearbox & Engine
15:12 Interior Quality
15:52 Boot
17:03 Interior Updates
18:07 Verdict
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BMW M8 v Panamera v GT 4-Door: 800hp DRAG RACE
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What a line-up!
We’ve got our hands on a BMW M8, AMG GT 4-Door and a Porsche Panamera Turbo, and these V8-powered behemoths are about to go head-to-head over the quarter-mile!
However, these are no ordinary German powerhouses. They’ve all been tuned, and are now kicking some serious additional horses over their usual performance stats! So let’s take a closer look at the numbers.
Starting with the BMW M8, it’s powered by a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8. This would normally kick out 625hp, but this has now been increased to an almighty 800hp! It’s the lightest car here, at 1,980kg, and the cost of the car new coupled with the tune comes in at around £143,000.
Alongside it we have the AMG. It’s packing a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 under the bonnet, which would usually put down 639hp, but this has now been increased to 740hp! It tips the scales at 2,045kg, and it’s the most expensive car here, costing around £154,000!
Then finally we have the Porsche. Normally its 4-litre twin-turbo V8 would produce 550hp, but this has now been increased to 740hp - an eye-watering 190hp increase! It’s the heaviest car here, mind, weighing in at 2,080kg, and with the tune the car costs £113,000.
So will the more powerful BMW snatch it? Or could either the AMG or Porsche claim the win? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
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I reviewed the ‘Rolls-Royce’ mini van!
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Mat has got his hands on one of the most luxurious cars he’s ever reviewed - the all-new Lexus LM!
It’s an all-new MPV from Lexus, and Mat is about to find out if this luxurious people carrier has what it takes to compete with top-class saloons such as the Mercedes S-Class or BMW 7 Series.
When it comes to the design, there isn’t much to say about the rear or sides. It comes with smatterings of chrome about the place, along with a rear spoiler, but otherwise, this people carrier is relatively boxy and nondescript. However, once you step around to the front, you’re greeted by Lexus’s trademark HUGE grille! This helps make it super imposing on the road, and it also comes flanked by high-tech matrix LED headlights.
The interior quality for the driver is pretty decent. There’s lots of leather throughout the cabin, as well as a large infotainment screen and digital dial display. There’s a fairly decent amount of interior storage, too, and the seats are incredibly comfortable.
However, step into the back and you'll find that comfort is absolutely next level. We’ve got our hands on the range-topping Takumi edition, which comes with just two business class-style seats. There’s a huge screen that spans the length of the cabin, coupled with several speakers, including two huge speakers built into each door! The seats can recline fully flat, window shades are built in, and there is absolutely loads of storage! This is truly the way to travel in first-class style on the road.
When it comes to the engine choice, there’s only one. It’s a 2.5-litre 4-cylinder engine that comes with a CVT gearbox as well as an electric motor. There is the option to add an additional electric motor to offer four-wheel drive, but interestingly, both the single motor and dual motor offer 250hp!
The Lexus LM isn’t cheap. It starts from £90,000, raising to £113,000 for the range-topper! So is it worth it? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:49 Design
01:47 Price
03:06 Interior
07:19 Back Seats
11:31 Boot
12:39 Annoying Features
15:15 Cool Features
18:06 Engine
19:06 Town Driving
21:14 Motorway Driving
22:48 Country Road Driving
24:13 0-60mph
25:07 Back Seat Driving
27:59 Verdict
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Lambo Huracan v Audi R8: DRAG RACE
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It’s time for an epic Audi vs Lamborghini showdown!
We’ve got Mat in his Audi R8 Spyder V10, and it’s facing off against a Lamborghini Huracan Evo! These cars are almost identical under the skin, but let’s see how they compare anyway.
Starting with the Audi, it’s powered by a 5.2-litre naturally-aspirated V10 that can put down 620hp and 580Nm of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels via a 7-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox, and it weighs in at 1,695kg. As new, this car would set you back around £167,000.
Then we have the Lambo. It’s powered by the same 5.2-litre V10 engine, but the power output has increased slightly, climbing to 640hp and 600Nm. It comes equipped with the same 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox, and the claimed dry weight is 1,422kg (so you can add around an extra 100kg for the proper weight). It’s a bit pricier than the Lambo, costing around £198,000.
So will the more powerful Lambo snatch it? Or will the Audi’s launch propel it to victory? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
Thanks to Cardusio for bringing their Huracan Evo:
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Did I make a mistake buying my GT3 RS?!
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It should be no surprise to any of you by now that last year Mat bought his very own Porsche 911 GT3 RS.
However, over the years of reviewing cars at Carwow, he’s had the chance to get his hands on a whole load of other incredible performance cars. With that in mind, he’s wondering whether he made a mistake in choosing the GT3 RS!
In this video he’s going to put his all-new Porsche to the test, comparing it to a whole host of track-focused supercars. In this line-up we have the Mercedes-AMG GT Black Series, Corvette Z06, McLaren 765LT, Nissan GT-R NISMO, and of course, the Lamborghini Aventador SVJ!
The question is, which will come out on top? Will Mat realise picking the GT3 RS was the best choice, or will he decide another car was the better option? Stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:48 Aerodynamics
09:08 Engines & Revs
17:25 0-60 & 1/4-miles
26:48 Interiors
37:17 Chassis & Suspension
44:52 Driving: SVJ
47:10 Driving: GT-R NISMO
50:38 Driving: Z06
53:43 Driving: AMG GT
57:02 Driving: 765LT
59:48 Driving: GT3 RS
01:06:14 Price
01:08:30 Verdict
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New Range Rover SV v Lambo: DRAG RACE
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It’s time for an almighty SUV showdown!
We’ve got Mat in the all-new Range Rover Sport SV, and it’s facing off against one of the most popular performance SUVs on the planet - the Lamborghini Urus!
So let’s see how the two compare. Starting with the Range Rover, peer under the bonnet and you’ll find a BMW 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 - the same V8 used to power the M5 CS, no less! This can produce 635hp and 750Nm, with all of the power sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox. It’s pretty heavy, tipping the scales at 2,485kg, and it’s the most expensive of the two, costing around £165,000!
Next up is the Lambo. It’s housing a 4-litre twin-turbo V8 under the bonnet, and this puts down 650hp and 850Nm. Power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox, and it weighs in at 2,200kg. It may be cheaper than the Range Rover, but it doesn’t come cheap, costing around £157,000.
The power output is relatively similar, but can a Range Rover really beat a Lambo over the 1/4-mile? There’s only one way to find out for sure… LET’S RACE!
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BMW X5 review: It can do everything!
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Meet the all-new BMW X5!
Mat’s got his hands on BMW’s latest family-friendly SUV to find out if it’s the perfect all-rounder, and to do that, he’s going to give it a proper Carwow reviewing! So let’s get into it…
Starting with the design, there are a couple of notable changes on the outside compared to the latest edition. Around the back, you’ve got new tail light designs and an updated bumper, while along the side there are new alloy wheel designs, and in the M Sport edition we have here you’ll also find black surrounds on the windows, coupled with black roof bars. Around the front, it’s similar to the rear, with new headlights and an updated front bumper. Couple these changes with the hard-edged creases along the side, and we think the X5 is a proper good-looking car!
Step inside and it’s a traditional BMW, with soft-touch materials found throughout the cabin. The X5 now comes with BMW’s latest curved infotainment screen and digital dial display, and there’s loads of storage to be found throughout the cabin. The seats are also pretty comfortable as well.
There are a couple of engines to choose from. Two 3-litre straight-six diesels deliver either 300hp or 350hp, while there’s also a 3-litre straight-six turbo petrol coupled with an electric motor, that can put down 490hp. However, the range-topper is the M60i, which has a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 that can deliver 530hp.
The new X5 starts from around £69,000, rising up to around £94,000 for the range-topping edition. So is it worth it? Or should you choose a GLE or Q7 instead? Stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:49 Design
02:02 Price
03:25 Interior
06:03 Back Seats
08:20 Boot
09:55 Annoying Things
11:42 Cool Things
13:08 Engines
13:55 Town Driving
17:06 Motorway Driving
18:53 Country Road Driving
20:23 0-60mph
20:59 Verdict
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Tesla S Plaid v 200mph F1 Drone: DRAG RACE
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How’s this for a crazy drag race line-up?!
We’ve got Mat in the Tesla Model S Plaid, and he’s about to face off against the world’s fastest film drone! It’s been built by Red Bull so they can keep up with F1 cars, and we’re about to see just how powerful it is against a production car!
So let’s check out the stats, starting with the Tesla. It’s powered by 3 electric motors, and these combine to produce 1,020hp and 1,420Nm of torque! This power is sent to all four wheels, and it’s also pretty heavy, tipping the scales at 2,200kg.
And then we come to the drone. Whereas the Tesla comes in at 2,200kg, the drone weighs just 985 grams! It may only have 8hp, but when it’s that light, there’s no doubt this drone will absolutely fly down the straight!
But of course, we know the Tesla will absolutely shoot off the line, while the drone has to fly upwards before it can head forward. Will that be its downfall? There’s only one way to find out - LET’S RACE!
Red Bull Drone vs Max Verstappen around Silverstone:
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New Renault 5: The best car of 2024?!
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Meet the all-new Renault 5!
It’s a futuristic yet retro-looking new electric car that follows on from the original Renault 5 which went out of production back in 1996. The question is, will this all-new small EV offer enough to catch your attention over its key competitors?
Well when it comes to the design, the new Renault 5 is a real looker! There are a whole load of design cues that hark back to the original car, from the square-shaped headlights & fog lights, through to the tail lights that are in the same shape as on the original car. The door design also mimics the old car, although there are a few all-new features, including the option to have a two-tone coloured roof. All-in-all, we think it looks great!
Step inside and the new Renault 5 comes with a really smart interior. There’s a joint digital dial & infotainment screen, and there are denim-effect materials on the seats, the dash and the doors! Sure there are some scratchy plastics to be found, and the storage isn’t the best, but what do you expect from a small car? Oh, and of course, don’t forget the baguette holder…
The Renault 5 comes with two battery options - a 40kWh battery that has a range of up to 186 miles, and a 52kWh battery with a range of up to 249 miles. There are also three motor options, with the entry-level delivering 95hp, while the range-topper puts down 150hp.
The Renault 5 starts from just £22,000 - so is it worth it?! Stick with Mat and find out for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:30 Design
02:58 Motors
03:35 Interior
05:04 Batteries
05:25 Charging
07:13 Back Seats
10:26 Boot
10:51 Brakes
11:24 Safety
11:53 Price
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Ferrari SF90 v Porsche 918 Spyder: DRAG RACE
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Time for a sensational supercar showdown!
We’ve got Mat in the incredible Porsche 918 Spyder, and it’s facing off against the almighty Ferrari SF90!
These two cars need no introduction, but let’s check out the stats anyway! Starting with the Porsche, it’s powered by a 4.6-litre naturally-aspirated V8 coupled with two electric motors. Combined, they can produce 887hp and 1,280Nm of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels via a 7-speed automatic gearbox, and the car tips the scales at 1,374kg. It also rolls up with a hefty price tag of a cool £1,300,000.
Then we have the SF90. It comes equipped with a 4-litre twin-turbo V8 coupled with three electric motors - two at the front and one at the back. Combined, they produce an eye-watering 1,000hp and 800Nm, pushing this power through all four wheels. It’s a bit heavier than the Porsche, though, at 1,570kg. It’s also a whole lot cheaper, costing around £376,000.
So surely it’ll be an easy win for the more powerful SF90, right? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
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This car has the most complicated roof EVER!
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Meet the Porsche 718 Spyder RS!
Mat’s got his hands on this glorious Porsche and he’s about to find out if it’s the ultimate car on sale from Porsche’s GT division!
So for starters, let’s take a look at how this car differs from the standard Boxster that it’s based on. Up top it comes with a more aggressive bumper, a big front splitter and a carbon fibre bonnet. The car we have here also has the Weissach pack fitted to it, so it comes with loads of exposed carbon across the car. Head around to the back and you’ll find the traditional Porsche GT exhaust layout, as well as a fixed ducktail spoiler. Let’s face it, it looks fantastic!
Head inside and you’ll find a pair of carbon fibre bucket seats, some fabric door handles, and Alcantara on the steering wheel and gear stick. The centre console and dash design is traditional Porsche, however the Weissach pack brings a few more differences to the standard car, including more exposed carbon throughout the cabin and Alcantara across the upper dash.
The Spyder RS is powered by the same glorious motorsport-derived 4-litre naturally-aspirated flat-six as you’ll find in the GT4 RS, 911 GT3 & GT3 RS. It sounds absolutely incredible, and it puts down 500hp and 450Nm. This power is sent to the rear wheels only via a 7-speed PDK automatic gearbox. It’s absolutely epic!!
The car starts from £123,000, although the version we have here, with the Weissach pack and a few other additions, will set you back around £138,000. So what do you think - is it worth it? And is it the best car from Porsche’s GT division? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:18 Engine
00:59 0-60mph
01:20 Chassis
03:36 Daily Driving
06:35 Roof
11:14 Country Road Driving
13:31 Design
16:38 Interior
17:32 5 Annoying Things
1938 5 Cool Things
21:12 Verdict
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Why the Fisker Ocean annoyed me!
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Meet the Fisker Ocean!
It’s American manufacturer Fisker’s first foray into all-electric cars, while also being the manufacturer’s first SUV The question is, can this family-friendly EV compete with the market leaders in its class?
When it comes to the design, it’s fair to say it’s pretty stylish. It has sleek headlights and taillights, with a Fisker logo in the centre of both that lights up! At the front, there’s a wide air intake that stretches across the length of the car and helps give it a bit of an aggressive look. The side profile is also pretty sleek and adds to the car’s overall smart exterior.
Step inside and the cabin is largely covered in soft-touch materials (as long as you don’t reach too far down). In the centre of the dashboard is an absolutely huge infotainment screen which is used to control a lot of functionality - although thankfully it still comes with physical climate control buttons! Annoyingly though it doesn’t come with either Apple CarPlay or Android Auto! Thankfully though, unlike in a Tesla, you also get a digital driver's display.
There are two battery options available - a 73kWh and a 106 kWh. The entry-level car comes with a single motor and a range of 290 miles, while the longest-range edition comes with dual motors and the ability to reach up to 440 miles. The entry-level car also comes with the ability to produce 275hp, while the range-topping car also includes a ‘Boost Mode’, and the ability to put down 564hp.
Prices for the Fisker Ocean start at just £37,000, rising to £61,000 for the range-topping model. But is it better than a Tesla Model Y? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:58 Annoying Features
03:22 Cool Features
08:30 Design
09:32 Price
09:42 Interior
13:30 Back Seats
15:03 Boot
16:14 Batteries, Motors & Range
17:04 Driving
20:26 0-60mph & 1/4-mile
21:13 Verdict
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New BMW 5 Series v E-Class v A6: Which is best?
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When it comes to choosing a new posh, mid-range saloon, it doesn’t get any better than these three - the New BMW 5 Series, the Mercedes E-Class, and the Audi A6.
The question is if you want to get your hands on one, which should you choose? Well, Mat’s on hand to put all three cars through a series of rigorous tests to find out which one comes out on top!
So let’s take a closer look at the three. First up we have the New BMW 5 Series. It’s unmistakably a BMW from the exterior, although we’re still not sure about the load of straight edges and creases across the front and rear. Thankfully it’s not followed the route of the 3 Series and added the huge kidney grille design! Step inside and the cabin is full of soft-touch materials along with a huge infotainment and digital dial screen.
When it comes to performance, the car we have is the 520i. It comes with a 2-litre turbo petrol engine that sends power to the rear wheels only, and it puts down 208hp. It comes with a price tag of around £64,000.
Then we have the E-Class. It’s probably the most stylish, luxurious-looking car from the outside. There are even some trim options available to make it look like the S-Class! The interior is also easily the most luxurious of the three cars. There are soft-touch materials everywhere, and even the opportunity to have three screens in the front! The seats are also super comfortable.
The car we have here is the E300e, which comes with a 2-litre turbocharged petrol engine, and it’s also a plug-in hybrid, so it comes with a small electric motor too. It can put down 313hp and this edition costs £77,000.
Then we have the A6. It had a small facelift last year, but it’s still been around for absolutely ages! It still looks pretty smart on the outside, although we would rather choose one of the other two instead. The interior is nice, with soft-touch materials throughout, but it’s easily the most basic of the three cars here. Then again, given the age it’s also the cheapest, so it’s not too bad a deal.
The car we have here also comes equipped with a 2-litre turbocharged engine along with an electric motor, so it can put down 299hp. It’s also the only car here that comes with all-wheel drive! The specific model we have is the 50 TSIe Quattro in S-line trim, and it costs around £66,000.
So will the newer BMW come out on top? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:24 Price
03:40 Design
05:53 Interior
07:48 Storage
09:37 Infotainment
12:23 Voice Controls
17:59 Bad & Good Features
20:32 Engines
21:13 Drag Race
23:18 Every Day Driving
27:29 Country Road Driving
31:52 Back Seats
33:13 Boots
35:06 Verdict
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BMW M3 Touring v AMG E63 S Estate: DRAG RACE
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It’s time for an estate showdown!
We’ve got our hands on the BMW M3 Touring, and it’s facing off against one of the most powerful estates ever - the Mercedes-AMG E63 S Estate!
So let’s see how the two compare. Starting with the BMW, it’s powered by a 3-litre twin-turbo straight-six that can deliver 510hp and 650Nm of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox, and it tips the scales at 1,865kg. If you’re looking to buy one of these, it’ll set you back at least £88,000.
Then we have the AMG. It’s packing a 4-litre twin-turbo V8 under the bonnet, and this can produce 612hp and 850Nm. It rolls up equipped with a 9-speed automatic gearbox to send power to all four wheels, and it’s the heavier of the two cars, weighing in at 1,940kg. Back when this was released in 2019, it would cost you around £110,000.
So could the newer BMW snatch it, even with less power?! There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
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Why I can't buy this new Range Rover Sport SV!
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Meet the all-new Range Rover Sport SV!
The most powerful Range Rover ever created is finally here, and Mat’s about to see if it’s worth the £169,000+ price tag!
Starting off with the design, this thing is absolutely plastered in carbon fibre! There’s a carbon fibre bonnet, and carbon vents across most of the front end. There’s also an updated bumper and splitter compared to the standard Range Rover. The car also comes with optional carbon fibre alloys and a little side skirt along the car. Around the back, you’ll find quad tailpipes, but all-in-all the car still pairs elegance with sporty styling well.
Step inside and the SV is just as luxurious as the regular Range Rover. There’s leather throughout the cabin, as well as Alcantara on the roof lining. The SV also comes with carbon fibre-backed sports seats as well as a ceramic gear selector, and of course all of the usual luxuries like a fridge in the centre console and soft-close doors.
Under the bonnet, the 5-litre supercharged V8 has been swapped for BMW’s glorious 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 - the same V8 from the M5 CS, no less! As a result the SV now puts down 635hp and 750Nm of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels via an 8-speed automatic gearbox, and the car can hit 60mph in just 3.6 seconds.
So it’s super powerful and super fun to drive - but it costs an incredible £169,000! So is it worth it? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:29 Insurance
02:06 Fuel Economy
02:47 Reliability
04:37 Infotainment
05:29 Revs
07:38 Engine
08:17 0-60mph
08:51 Design
10:23 Interior
12:00 Driving
12:59 Chassis & SV Mode
14:56 Boot
15:31 Practicality
16:12 Back Seats
16:43 Verdict
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Why would anyone buy a Dacia Spring?
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Mat’s got his hands on the Dacia Spring!
It’s a cheap and cheerful electric car that isn’t currently on sale in the UK. The question is, even with a £16,000 price tag, should you consider it over other small electric competitors?
When it comes to materials, it’s fair to say the Spring isn’t exactly the most robust car. The doors seem relatively flimsy, and when you step inside don’t expect to find any soft touch, high-quality materials here! Cheap plastic covers the majority of the cabin, and it doesn’t even come with any cup holders! We have the Extreme edition for this review, which comes with fake leather seats, although the quality doesn’t feel all that good.
When it comes to the battery & range, the Spring comes with a 25kWh battery pack. In the entry-level car this is good for a claimed range of 143 miles, while in the Extreme edition, it drops slightly to 137 miles.
Naturally, the performance figures aren’t anything to write home about. The entry-level delivers just 45hp and hits 60mph in 19 seconds, while the Extreme has 65hp and hits 60mph in over 13 seconds.
But of course, it only costs £16,000, while other small EV competitors can cost almost double that! So is it worth it? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:19 Range
02:21 Interior
04:27 Performance
05:35 Motorway Driving
08:03 Price
08:37 Town Driving
09:48 Tech
10:20 Back Seats
10:59 Boot
11:15 Materials & Value
12:06 Real-world Range
12:58 Verdict
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McLaren 750S v 720S: DRAG RACE
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It’s time for an almighty McLaren showdown!
We’ve got our hands on the new McLaren 750S, and it’s about to face off against the glorious 720S!
It’ll come as no surprise that both cars are pretty similar under the skin, but let’s compare the stats anyway. Starting with the 720S, it’s powered by a 4-litre twin-turbo V8 that can produce 720hp and 770Nm of torque. It’s equipped with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox that sends power to the rear wheels, and it weighs in at just 1,419kg.
Then we come to the 750S. It’s also powered by a 4-litre twin-turbo V8, and this time it produces (you guessed it…) 750hp and 800Nm. It also comes with a 7-speed dual-clutch that sends power to the rear wheels, and it’s a bit lighter than the 720, coming in at 1,389kg.
More power should make it a clear win for the 750, right? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!
Thanks to everyone who lent us cars for this race:
- 750S: https://www.youtube.com/@DrivenPlus
- 720S: https://www.instagram.com/thecarfilmi...
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Why are thieves stealing Porsche headlights?!
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There’s a new car crime epidemic sweeping the nation! Thieves have begun ripping cars apart just to steal a handful of parts.
Recently there have been pictures shared on the internet of thieves stealing Porsche headlights, and Mat and the Carwow team have done some investigating to find out just why this is happening!
It’s long been known that thieves will try and steal catalytic converters, largely so they can access the precious metals inside them. But why have they now turned their attention to headlights?
Well for starters, they’re not so easy to track! While cars may come fitted with tracking devices, you won’t find these in a set of headlights, so it’s much easier to get away with it (if you’re not spotted during the act, of course).
But what are these headlights then being used for? And more importantly, will these thieves soon try and target Mat’s pride and joy - his GT3 RS?! Keep watching this video to see for yourself!
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This car has lost its mind!
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Say hello to the updated BMW X6!
This sporty coupe SUV has had a mid-life facelift, and Mat’s about to see whether the changes over the previous model are an improvement!
For starters, let’s check out the design. We’ve got our hands on the M60i edition, which means it comes with several design tweaks over the standard X6. Around the back, there’s a set of exaggerated exhausts and a mini bootleg spoiler, while along the side we have some aggressive side skirts and the carbon fibre trim door mirrors. Up front, there are some new light designs, and the aggressive upgrades continue with a new bumper.
Step inside and the X6 is a seriously nice car to sit in. The dash has been redesigned over the previous edition and now comes with a huge curved infotainment and digital driver display. Annoyingly a lot of the car’s functions are now controlled through the screen, but we can forgive it given how nice the cabin is to sit in.
When it comes to engine choices, the X6 is available with internal combustion engines only - no hybrids, and no electric editions here! The entry-level is a 3-litre straight-six turbo petrol, while the range-topper is a 4.4-litre twin-turbo V8 like we have here. This can deliver 530hp, although annoyingly this isn’t an increase over the previous X6 M50i’s performance stats.
The New BMW X6 starts from around £75,000, but if you want to go for the X6 M60i, it’ll set you back around £116,000! So is it really worth it?! You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself…
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:48 Design
03:06 Price
04:42 Interior
08:29 Back Seats
11:45 Boot
13:45 5 Bad Things
17:17 5 Good Things
20:11 Engines
21: 04Town Driving
28:20 Motorway Driving
29:43 Country Road Driving
31:55 0-60mph
32:48 Verdict
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New Kia EV9 review: Cancel your Range Rover!
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Meet the all-new Kia EV9!
It’s a new super-imposing 7-seater from South Korea, and Mat’s about to find out if it can compete with class-leading all-electric SUVs like the Tesla Model X and BMW iX!
For starters, just check out that design! The EV9 is oh-so imposing, with a chunky, squared-off design stretching from the front to the rear. We love the blocky wheel arches and the new alloy designs - they’re definitely giving this car a real cyberpunk feel. The headlights & taillights also look great, and we love the black window surrounds & matching roof bars. The blue paint just tops it off, too!
Step inside and the EV9’s cabin is well laid out. There’s a big infotainment & digital dial screen, and thankfully there are several physical and haptic feedback buttons. Interior quality is ok, but if you reach down a bit low you can expect to find some scratchy plastics! Thankfully though we don’t mind as there’s loads of interior storage, and there’s even the option to go for a six-seat set-up in the back.
When it comes to batteries and motors, the entry-level EV9 come with a single electric motor that can produce 203hp. The GT Line edition that we have here comes with dual electric motors and the ability to put down 385hp. Both cars come with a 100kWh battery, and while the entry-level has a range of 350 miles, the GT Line can only manage 315.
So it all sounds great, but all this quality doesn’t come cheap! The EV9 starts from £65,000, rising up to £77,000 for the range-topper! So would you consider spending this much on a Kia? Stick with Mat to see if you should!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:48 Design
02:21 Price
03:43 Interior
06:48 Back Seats
11:02 Boot
12:51 5 Annoying Things
15:28 5 Cool Things
19:40 Batteries & Motors
20:38 Town Driving
23:34 Motorway Driving
26:44 Country Road Driving
28:05 0-60mph
28:51 Verdict
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New VW ID7 review: It's not boring!
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Mat’s got his hands on the new Volkswagen ID7!
In the future, this all-electric saloon is set to replace the VW Passat. The question is, is it a worthy replacement?
Well, let’s take a closer look. Starting with the design, it looks relatively smart on the outside. There’s a sloped tailgate around the back with some cool taillights and a full-length light bar. Along the side, you’ll notice the contrasting roof and flush door handles, while around the front there’s another full-length light bar running between a set of matrix LED headlights. So it’s smart, but not exactly the most exciting!
It’s a similar theme on the inside. There’s a large infotainment screen on the dash, although annoyingly the majority of the climate control functions are managed with it. There’s a small digital driver display that holds just enough information for the driver, and the cabin is generally made of soft touch and nice quality materials. Don’t lean too far down, though, or you’ll find some cheap-feeling plastics!
The entry-level ID7 comes with a 77kWh battery pack which is good for a range of up to 384 miles. It also comes with a single electric motor which can deliver 286hp. In the future, there’ll be an 86kWh battery available which will be good for a range of up to 435 miles, and a dual-motor edition will also be released.
As for the price, the entry-level ID7 starts from around £51,500, and the car we have here for this video comes in at over £58,000! So is it worth it? Or would a Tesla Model 3 be a smarter choice? You’ll need to stick with Mat and see for yourself!
Chapters
00:00 Intro
00:59 Design
02:12 Price
02:33 Interior
05:32 Back Seats
09:00 Boot
11:06 Batteries & Range
12:04 5 Annoying Things
15:06 5 Good Things
17:42 Town Driving
20:12 Motorway Driving
22:23 Country Road Driving
23:52 0-60mph
26:01 Verdict
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