Jim Mcgill

The Porsche 911 Spirit 70 is a limited-edition 992.2 GTS Cabriolet with retro Seventies styling, Olive Neo paint, distinctive decals, Pasha upholstery and Fuchs-inspired wheels. It retains the standard GTS’s 541hp 3.6-litre T-Hybrid drivetrain, rear-wheel drive and eight-speed PDK transmission, delivering 0–62mph in 3.1 seconds and a 194mph top speed. The car is praised for its exceptional performance, comfort, rigidity, refinement and engaging open-top driving experience, although rear-seat and luggage space are limited. Priced at £187,700, or £197,298 as tested, it costs substantially more than the mechanically identical GTS Cabriolet; its appeal rests primarily on exclusivity, heritage styling and visual drama.

The Skoda Elroq Edition 85 delivers a comfortable, quiet and well‑balanced driving experience, offering strong range, competitive pricing and practical interior space. Built on Volkswagen Group’s platform, it features multiple battery options, refined ride quality, useful technology and solid charging performance. While smaller than the Enyaq, it matches its larger sibling in capability and comfort, making it an appealing, sensible electric SUV choice for most drivers.

Toyota’s sixth‑generation RAV4 PHEV delivers strong performance, improved electric range, fast charging and a refined ride. A redesigned cabin, upgraded tech features and increased structural rigidity enhance comfort and usability, while multiple trims offer varying levels of equipment. Though priced higher than many new Chinese competitors, the RAV4 remains a well‑engineered, practical choice for families, offering long electric‑only range, solid towing capability and comprehensive safety systems.