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A flurry of new models dominates the news pages of the October 2018 edition of DieselCar & EcoCar magazine, with the Audi Q3 and Mercedes-Benz A-Class Saloon joined by Scout and SportLine versions of the Skoda Karoq, as well as an updated Honda HR-V.

Our test team have been trying out the new 48-volt mild hybrid Kia Sportage, and tested the Ceed in 2 1.6 CRDi specification, as well as driving the Volvo V60 and Citroën Berlingo for the first time on UK roads. This month’s twin test sees Audi’s A8 limousine take on the Mercedes-Benz S-Class in a luxury car showdown, and there’s also On Test reports of the Audi Q5 3.0 TDI quattro, Citroën Grand C4 SpaceTourer, facelifted Range Rover, Vauxhall Insignia GSi and the Volvo V40 Cross Country. In EcoCar, we’ve driven the fantastic new Jaguar I-Pace for the first time on UK roads, and tested the Range Rover Sport P400e and Lexus RX 450h L.

We have a comprehensive glossary on new technology, just in case you’ve missed what all the new acronyms mean and take a look at the audio brands that are making moves on the motor industry. This month’s High Mile Club is a mega-mile Mercedes-Benz C-Class Estate, and we welcome Legal i back to the magazine with a fresh new author. Toyota’s RAV4 is the subject of this month’s used car buyer’s guide, and Gavin Braithwaite-Smith examines ten cheap technology upgrades you can make to your car without it costing a fortune.

That’s aside from a welcome return to Tuning News, focussing on the tuning and modifications market, and all your favourites, including Doctor Diesel, Marketplace, The Extra Mile, Buying, Maintaining and Selling, and the most up-to-date data section in the business.

Tested:

• Audi Q5 S line 3.0 TDI quattro Automatic
• Audi A8 L 3.0 TDI quattro Automatic
• Citroen Berlingo Flair BlueHDi 130
• Citroen Grand C4 SpaceTourer Feel BlueHDi 160 Automatic
• Jaguar I-PACE First Edition EV400 AWD
• Kia Ceed 2 1.6 CRDi
• Kia Sportage GT-Line S 48-Volt 2.0 CRDi Automatic
• Lexus RX 450h L Premier Automatic
• Mercedes-Benz S 350 d L AMG Line Automatic
• Range Rover Sport HSE Dynamic P400e Automatic
• Range Rover Autobiography SDV8 4.4 Automatic
• Vauxhall Insignia GSi 2.0 Turbo D 4X4 BlueInjection Automatic
• Volvo V40 D2 Cross Country
• Volvo V60 D4 Momentum Pro

Long-term test reports:

• Audi Q5 S line 2.0 TDI quattro
• Citroen C3 Aircross BlueHDi 120
• DS 3 Parthenon Cream PureTech 110
• Ford Kuga Vignale 2.0 TDCi AWD Automatic
• Honda Civic 1.6 i-DTEC SR
• Kia Stinger GT-Line S 2.2 CRDi Automatic
• Mazda CX-5 Sport Nav 2.2 AWD
• Nissan Leaf Tekna Automatic
• Peugeot 5008 GT BlueHDi 180 Automatic
• Renault Scenic Dynamique S dCi 130
• SEAT Arona SE Technology 1.6 TDI
• Skoda Kodiaq SE L 2.0 TDI 4X4 DSG (7-seat) Automatic
• Suzuki Swift 1.0 Boosterjet Hybrid SZ5

Features:

• Technology glossary
• Audio brands moving into the automotive arena
• Ten cheap upgrades to up your technology
• EcoCar Electric Vehicle charging rates

Used Car Buyer’s Guide

• Toyota RAV4 (2013 to 2016)

Regulars

• News and views
• Marketplace
• Doctor Diesel
• High Mile Club
• Tuning News
• Highway Cod
• Legal i
• The Extra Mile
• Buying, Selling and Maintaining
• Product Inspector
• EcoCar News and views
• EcoCar Marketplace
• EcoCar Bright Spark