Autocar magazine 16 March 2022: on sale now
This week: New Bentley Mulsanne planned, Prodrive Hunter in London, Citroen C5 X driven and more
The Bentley Mulsanne is set to return as a two-door electric super-GT.
The brand’s new flagship, one of five new electric Bentley models between 2025 and 2030 will be a swooping coupe with a high price and sporty technology.
Pick up this week’s issue of Autocar to get all the details.
*News*
We've got the details on the production version of the Volkswagen ID Buzz. Five years after we first saw the concept of this reimagined Microbus, it’s finally due to hit the roads of the UK in May.
We also take a look at an upcoming Volvo XC60 successor, unpack the details of the upcoming production version of the MG Cyberster concept, and take a look at Alpine’s future EV plans.
*Reviews*
This week saw us get behind the wheel of the Citroën C5 X, a big family car with a twist of quirkiness. What’s this large-but-interesting offering like to drive?
We’ve also driven the Aston Martin DBX 707, dubbed the world’s fastest SUV. Can it bring the fight to the Lamborghini Urus?
Elsewhere, our testers have been behind the wheel of the Mercedes-Benz EQE, the Skoda Enyaq Coupé iV vRS, the Dacia Jogger 1.0 TCe 110 and the Jeep Renegade e-Hybrid.
Then it’s the turn of the Lexus NX 350h Premium Plus Pack to take on the Autocar road test.
*Features*
Ever looked at a Dakar rally car and thought “I’d quite like to drive that around London?” No, most of us haven’t either - with the notable exception of our very own Matt Prior. He decided to take the Prodrive Hunter - a hypercar for the desert - to London’s glitzy west end. Can an off-road racecar work in the city?
At this point there’s probably been more plans for an Alfa Romeo’s revival than there have been new models. However, thanks to boss Jean-Philippe Imparato, this time’s different - we’ve got the inside story.
Elsewhere, we take a look at the rapidly approaching changes to parking fines, and round up what you need to know about the upcoming Formula 1 season.
*Opinions*
Matt Prior looks at alternative methods to road pricing, while Steve Cropley reflects on life with an electric Fiat 500.
*Deals*
The stately but speedy Bentley Arnage is our cult hero this week - we tell you all you need to know to bag yourself a future classic.
Our used car expert also turns his attention to the Volvo XC70, and the Toyota GR Supra is the subject of our nearly-new buying guide.
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