The 'middle child' of the E-Class lineup is an ideal expression of the Mercedes character, making it even more attractive than its siblings.
The Audi A3 Sportback has received tech and feature upgrades to see it fending off the sharper handling and perkier BMW 1 Series.
The facelifted i4 is now offered in M Sport guise, featuring a sporty M aerodynamic package along with its various updates.
The M135's tried-and-tested hot hatch formula admittedly isn't new - but in a world quickly skewing electric, it actually feels paradoxically refreshing.
Built upon the formidable M3, BMW M has managed to bring it up a notch with the lighter, more powerful and even more desirable M3 CS.
The Giulia Veloce now has sharper looks and more safety features, but its calling card is still its driver-focussed, fun-to-drive character.
Two popular models of the compact executive segment, the C-Class and the 3 Series, return to compete for top honours.
A pleasing drivetrain meets a whole new infotainment system and a design upgrade with this updated BMW 3 Series Sedan.
While lithe and agile, the M2 requires the finesse of a capable driver to harness its power and dance gracefully on the tarmac.
The S450e and its plug-in hybrid powertrain gives Mercedes' flagship S-Class better efficiency and adds serenity to its character.
The 330i Touring is no M3, but it offers an excellent balance of practicality, dynamism, and has a conventional front end that appeals to the masses.
The popular Atto 3 now offers even more value for money with this 'entry-level' variant that amazingly still offers the same equipment as its more expensive sibling.
The 520i impresses with its refinement and performance, while the ES300h delivers luxury and efficiency in equal measure.
The BMW 735i is a limousine that will impress tech-loving bosses, for it comes with numerous amenities, while providing a turbine-smooth driving experience expected from a flagship model.
The 216i Gran Coupe delivers class-leading handling and is more fun to drive, while the A3 Sedan offers the space and refinement you'd expect in a larger saloon.
Sporty low-slung looks and a mighty engine all combine in this BMW M240i Coupe to make an appealing choice.
It is undoubtedly a bold new direction for BMW's performance sub-brand, but the new i4 M50 checks all the right boxes, and is a promising sign of things to come.
The new BMW M240i stands out for its macho looks and undeniable attitude, and is a cracker of a small sports coupe.
It's not perfect, but the BMW i4 is a wholly impressive electric sedan that delivers ample functionality, electric efficiency, and sporty dynamism.
The 223i adds more performance and more kit to an already highly impressive 2 Series Active Tourer outfit.