Editors' choice Cars - Editor's choice

  • 8.6

    BMW 320i Executive Touring (2009)

    05 May 2009 4:45 PM

    It may be slow and the options pricey, but with the new iDrive system the updated 3-Series will sate your tech and luxury urges.

    Specs: petrol , No , standard , standard

  • 8.6 9.8

    Honda Jazz VTi-S (2008)

    14 Jan 2009 4:16 PM

    Way more rational than its namesake musical style, the Jazz impresses with its abundance of space, cheery outlook on life and clever engineering.

    Specs: petrol , standard , optional

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