Which Cars Are Still Made in Britain?
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The models every petrolhead should know
‘Made in Britain’ is a badge of honour for many driving enthusiasts. Below, Jeremy Taylor picks out the best British cars built on home soil.
7 Great British Cars
ASTON MARTIN DBX 707
The facelifted 707 is now the only model available – a luxury SUV that packs a real punch. Powered by a twin-turbo V8 producing a massive 707PS, Aston’s supercar on stilts slingshots from 0-60mph in just 3.1 seconds. Noisy and fun but also a genuine, everyday family-mover too.
Built: St Athan, Wales
From £208,000
CATERHAM SUPER SEVEN 600
Few cars are as much fun to drive as a Caterham Seven. Based on the 1960s Lotus 7, this stripped back two-seater delivers sports car thrills in the most basic form. Forget doors and a radio, the Seven is so light and nimble only a tiny 660CC Suzuki engine is needed under the bonnet. Motorcycle performance on four wheels.
Built: Dartford, Kent
From £30,490
MCLAREN ARTURA SPIDER
Imagine a 200mph supercar that can travel in total silence. The hybrid Artura mates a V6 petrol engine to a plug-in battery pack for astonishing performance – plus 20 miles of electric-only driving. The latest roof-off version is deeply impressive and very forgiving to drive – the folding hard-top is perfect for British climes.
Built: Woking
From £222,000
MINI COOPER ELECTRIC
The original Mini EV looked great but could barely manage 100 miles in everyday traffic. The 2024 upgrade is more powerful and good for up to 190 miles. Built on a dedicated electric platform, the iconic runabout handles better and is more keenly priced too. Few cars offer quite so much urban chic in such a small package.
Built: Oxford
From £30,000
ROLLS-ROYCE CULLINAN
The controversial styling and outsize dimensions may not suit all tastes, but Rolls-Royce’s first SUV is more than just a statement car. Supremely comfortable and ridiculously refi ned, Cullinan also offers proper off-road ability, with a luxurious interior cut from the highest quality materials.
Built: Goodwood
From £335,000
MORGAN SUPER 3
The eccentric Morgan may be one wheel short of a full set but don’t be fooled – this charismatic three-wheeler represents tremendous fun for the enthusiastic, all-weather driver. No doors and a waterproof cockpit make for an entertaining experience, while a tiny windscreen means a helmet is a must.
Built: Malvern
From £43,000
BENTLEY FLYING SPUR HYBRID
Handsome and stylish, Bentley’s four-door limo is now available with a plugin hybrid option that links a V6 petrol engine to a 134bhp electric motor. Performance is impressive for such a large car, aided by four-wheel steering and the latest suspension wizardry. An imperious cabin is luxury personified.
Built: Crewe
From £211,000
Featured image: Mini Cooper Electric
