How many seasons does Top Gear have?

Top Gear has 45 seasons and 518 episodes.

Where can I watch Top Gear?

Top Gear is available on BBC Two.

Top Gear

Name: Top Gear
Genre: Documentary
Released: 1978-07-13
Rating: 7.874
Cast: Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May, Ben Collins

ENDED45 Seasons518 Episodes★ 7.9

NetworkBBC Two

First AiredJul 13, 1978

Last AiredAug 2, 2009

GenreDocumentary

Created ByDerek Smith

Motoring programme featuring reviews of and reports about cars of all types.

Cast

Jeremy Clarkson

Self - Host

Richard Hammond

Self - Host

James May

Self - Host

Ben Collins

The Stig

Seasons & Episodes45 seasons · 518 episodes

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E1Episode 1

Feb 22, 200125m

Tonight, chasing the Mondeo and the Renault Laguna, the Lamborghini Miura and how it will blow your doors off, and the future may well be bright but does it make sense.

E2Episode 2

Mar 1, 2001

Jason Barlow takes a ride in the new Alfa 147, which Alfa Romeo hopes will make waves in the small-car market. Tiff Needell, meanwhile, road-tests the 180 XKR-R, a souped up performance Jaguar which could soon grace showrooms.

E3Episode 3

Mar 8, 2001

Vicki Butler-Henderson looks at whether the brand new Volkswagen Lupo GTi’s sporty credentials live up to its looks, while Jason Barlow tests the remarkable new Citroën C5.

E4Episode 4

Mar 15, 2001

E5Episode 5

Mar 22, 2001

Jason Barlow tests the new MG F Trophy, one of Rover’s new sporting models, while Vicki Butler-Henderson checks out Vauxhall’s lastest Astra diesel — the Eco 4.

E6Episode 6

Mar 29, 2001

E7Episode 7

Apr 5, 2001

E8Episode 8

Apr 12, 2001

Tonight’s show reveals the results of a special customer satisfaction survey — a study into buying, owning and running a car that reveals the very best and worst of different models, including which car registered an amazing 1,800 faults.

E9Episode 9

Apr 19, 2001

E10

E10Episode 10

Apr 26, 2001

This week in the motoring magazine Vicki Butler-Henderson tests Citroën and Peugeot hatchbacks that offer better-than-average performance for little more than the cost of a standard model. Plus Tiff Needell learns how to handle a high-powered motorcycle on the road.

E11

E11Episode 11

May 3, 2001

The latest model from Jaguar’s production lines, the X-Type, marks a radical departure for the luxury brand. Jason Barlow takes the saloon sports car for a spin to see whether its makers will succeed in appealing to a younger demographic, or whether the X-Type will damage their reputation as a top people’s car manufacturer.

E12

E12Episode 12

May 10, 2001

A look at the new Peugeot 307 — has it got what it takes to lead the family hatchback pack? Plus, is the recently revived, Dutch-designed Spyker CS Spyder worth its £150,000 price tag?

E13

E13Episode 13

May 17, 2001

E14

E14Episode 14

May 31, 2001

E15

E15Episode 15

Jun 7, 2001

E16

E16Episode 16

Jun 14, 2001

E17

E17Episode 17

Jun 21, 2001

E18

E18Episode 18

Jun 28, 2001

E19

E19Episode 19

Jul 5, 2001

E20

E20Episode 20

Jul 12, 2001

Tiff Needell sees how BMW’s new Mini One compares with its rivals, and competes against Vicki Butler-Henderson in a downhill race at the Goodwood Festival of Speed.

E21

E21Episode 21

Jul 19, 2001

Tiff Needell and the team test the quality of the new MG road cars and take a look behind-the-scenes at John Travolta’s new film Swordfish, which features a TVR Tuscan in the spectacular car chase sequence.

E22

E22Episode 22

Jul 26, 2001

Twenty percent of Britain’s income is spent on motoring. Jason Barlow, Vicki Butler-Henderson, Adrian Simpson and Tiff Needell explore ways of halving that figure by offering advice on the best second-hand deals, reducing insurance premiums, fuel economy and inexpensive maintenance.

E23

E23Episode 23

Aug 2, 2001

E24

E24Episode 24

Aug 9, 2001

Tiff Needell test-drives the eagerly-awaited Aston Martin V12 Vanquish, the most talked-about supercar ever to come out of Britain. So does the beautiful two-seater coupe with a top speed of 190mph meet expectations?

E25

E25Episode 25

Aug 16, 2001

E26

E26Episode 26

Aug 23, 2001

Vicki Butler-Henderson road-tests the new Tuscan S, which is rumoured to reach speeds of up to 200mph. Plus a look at where to buy cheap cars, and the new number-plate system.

E27

E27Episode 27

Aug 30, 2001

Jason Barlow tries out the latest update of the Ford Thunderbird, Tiff Needell assesses the merits of the BMW M3 convertible, while Adrian Simpson tries to understand how the inside of a car can tell you about its owner.

E28

E28Episode 28

Sep 6, 2001

Tiff Needell test-drives new models from TVR and AC, while Vicki Butler-Henderson rides in the Arrows three-seater Formula One car. Jason Barlow assesses the future of green-engine technology, and tries out a fuel cell-powered car.

E29

E29Episode 29

Sep 27, 2001

Jason Barlow compares the new Rat Stilo with the Ford Focus, there’s a report from the Frankfurt Motor Show including the lowdown on next year’s new cars, and Tiff Needell drives sideways as he participates in a stunt competition.

E30

E30Episode 30

Oct 4, 2001

E31

E31Episode 31

Oct 11, 2001

E32

E32Episode 32

Oct 25, 2001

E33

E33Episode 33

Nov 8, 2001

Jason Barlow, Adrian Simpson and design guru Richard Seymour assess what makes the Ford Focus a bestseller.

E34

E34Episode 34

Nov 15, 2001

Jason Barlow and Adrian Simpson take a look at the Land Rover Freelander and its competition in the off-roader market, while Tiff Needell test-drives the FBS Census.

E35

E35Episode 35

Dec 10, 2001

Vicki Butler-Henderson sizes up the new Volkswagen Polo, while Jason Barlow and Adrian Simpson report on BMW’s fortunes in the competitive executive-car market.

E36

E36Episode 36

Dec 17, 2001

Vicki Butler-Henderson and Adrian Simpson compare the merits of British roadster the MG F with international counterpart the Mazda MX-5. Tiff Needell races a Mini Cooper and Jason Barlow tests the new Mercedes SL500.

About Top Gear

Top Gear is a documentary series on BBC Two. The show first aired on Jul 13, 1978 and currently has 45 seasons and 518 episodes. Top Gear has ended after 45 seasons. It has a rating of 7.9/10 based on 111 votes. The cast includes Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May, Ben Collins. Created by Derek Smith.