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p30 28 The big stories Audi looks to ride-sharing future with AI:ME concept; Ford combats keyless car theft 30 Deals of the month Five pages of everything from SUVs to roadsters, with an average saving of £3298
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37 Coming soon Aston Martin’s Bentayga rival, Jeep’s new pick-up, a Ford Fiesta SUV and much more
p20 20 Audi E-tron The first electric Audi is a sumptuous large SUV with an official range of 241 miles
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21 Jaguar XE Restyle inside and out for 3 Series chaser 22 Tesla Model 3 New 338-mile electric saloon arrives in UK
p17 10 Kia Soul EV Boxy new small SUV will be sold only as an electric car; we get in the 281-mile version 14 Toyota Camry Big, comfy hybrid cruiser to rival the Passat 15 Jaguar F-Pace SVR Large SUV is fitted with a 542bhp petrol V8
23 Toyota Corolla Touring Sports Practical estate comes with hybrid power 24 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Luxury car gains diesel-electric plug-in hybrid power for exceptional efficiency 27 DS 3 Crossback Is this funky SUV better with more power? FIRST LOOKS
p44 40 Reader Test Team The all-new Mazda 3 family hatchback majors on design and efficiency-boosting technology. We find out what you think 44 Triple trouble We find out which new SUVs and MPVs are able to accommodate three child seats 52 Old faithfuls Owners’ data reveals the top 10 most and least reliable cars aged four to 10 years
16 Mercedes-Benz V-Class Update for posh van-based people carrier 17 Ford Focus Estate Active Family wagon appears ready for anything
54 #AskWhatCar Your motoring-related questions answered
17 BMW X7 First UK test of seven-seat Range Rover rival
p19 13 Volkswagen ID Roomzz Electric, seven-seat luxury SUV due in 2021 19 Mercedes-Benz GLS New technology and mild hybrid engines for brand new, £72,000 Range Rover rival
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19 Mini Clubman Little estate is facelifted, gains new options
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84 Kia e-Niro, Seat Ateca Car of the Year arrives; SUV traction issues
68 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs BMW 3 Series vs Volvo S60 The all-new S60 won’t be offering diesel power, so we’ve lined up a strong pair of sporting, petrol-powered competitors
88 Alfa Romeo Stelvio How was life with this sporty Audi Q5 rival?
86 Audi A3 Sportback, Hyundai Santa Fe Mode optimisation; hello to new large 4x4
89 Volkswagen Amarok, Jaguar XE Using the load bed; rating all the options USED CARS
76 Renault Mégane RS vs Volkswagen Golf GTI vs Honda Civic Type R Renault’s wildest RS yet, with 296bhp, faces the racinginspired GTI TCR and our 2019 Hot Hatch of the Year
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Kia Soul EV
The battery, motor and tech from our Car of the Year make their way into Kia’s new, third-generation boxy small SUV On sale Now Price from £34,000 (est) John Howell John.Howell@haymarket.com
SOUL. IT’S A word that conjures up some big names, such as James Brown, Aretha Franklin, Otis Redding and God. But while God said you have one, it was James Carr, a man some laud as the greatest soul singer of all, who sang ‘You Gotta Have Soul’. Just to be sure you’re covered, then, Kia is happy to sell you one. Of the automotive kind. So, say ‘hi’ and ‘hallelujah’ to the new Soul EV, a small SUV that, despite having the trademark boxy looks of its predecessors, is all-new and far advanced. For a start, the Soul is now an electric-only model; gone are the petrol or diesel options of yesteryear. And there are two versions in the pipeline: one with a 39kWh battery that will officially do up to 172 miles and one with a 64kWh pack that’s capable of 10 | June 2019 whatcar.com
281 miles. Both are a massive step forward from the previous Soul EV’s official limit of 132 miles (and that was recorded on the optimistic old NEDC test), and while the 64kWh model still isn’t Tesla-beating, it matches the range of the mechanically similar Kia e-Niro – our 2019 Car of the Year – and Hyundai Kona Electric. What the Soul EV doesn’t match is their cost – in a good way. Kia is yet to announce prices and specifications (or indeed say whether it will offer both batteries in the UK), but we did some digging and it seems the Soul will undercut those slightly bigger SUVs by costing around £30,500 after the Government’s £3500 grant. Expect just one trim level, which will come with bells and whistles such as electrically adjustable, heated and cooled front seats, adaptive cruise control, climate control, LED headlights and a fully kitted-out infotainment system. That means sat-nav, smartphone
mirroring and online connectivity. There will also be plenty of safety kit: blindspot monitoring, lane-keeping assistance, automatic emergency braking and rear cross-traffic alert. We haven’t driven the 39kWh Soul yet, but with 134bhp, it’s claimed to get you from 0-62mph in less than 10 seconds – about the same as the Volkswagen e-Golf. Meanwhile, the 64kWh model, with 201bhp, feels urgent from the get-go (0-62mph takes 7.9sec) and continues pulling consistently up to motorway speeds. Essentially, it will match the e-Niro and Kona Electric in a drag race, as well as all but the fastest petrol and diesel small and family SUVs. Naturally, that pace comes cloaked in serenity. The Soul’s motor emits no more than a faint murmur when pushed; it’s even quieter than the e-Niro in this respect, making it far more tranquil than any equivalent diesel model. At speed, road and wind noise are a
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Kia e-Niro Good to drive and practical, with a fantastic range.
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1 Electric front seats have adjustable lumbar support; wheel’s reach and rake can be altered
2 The standard 7.0in digital instrument display is less configurable than the e-Golf’s alternative
Centre console features a wireless smartphone charger
‘The ride is calmer than the e-Niro’s but still choppier than the e-Golf’s’
3 Kia’s new 10.3in touchscreen system has excellent graphics and intuitive software
4 The interior is jazzier than the e-Niro’s and feels generally robust and smartly appointed
Space up front is great and the driving position is spot on
little more evident than in the e-Golf, but the most prevalent aural intrusion is the thudding from the suspension. As with all electric cars, dynamo-like devices on the brakes top up the battery as you slow down, and you can vary the degree of this regeneration using paddles behind the steering wheel. When it’s set to the maximum, you can stop the Soul calmly and effectively by lifting off the accelerator alone. And if you do need to use the brake pedal, that also proves relatively easy to modulate. The Soul’s ride is more comforting than the Kona Electric’s and slightly softer than the e-Niro’s, making it calmer over potholes in town and on furrowed motorways. That said, it’s still choppier than the sophisticated e-Golf. The Soul isn’t as sharp to drive as some other SUVs, such as the Seat Arona and Ateca, nor other electric cars, including the e-Niro and e-Golf, rolling a bit more through twists and turns. What’s most annoying is the quick steering; it’s far too lively off-centre yet at the same time lacks much sense of connection, leaving you thinking deeply about each input. Still, the Soul’s excellent driving position seeks to placate. The supportive driver’s seat whatcar.com June 2019 | 11
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Boot is very small; at least the rear seats fold nearly flat
Rear head and leg room are outstanding for a small SUV
FAUX-BY-FOUR UK-bound Souls will all be fitted with an SUV Pack, which adds cladding to the wheel arches and sills, plus a front skidplate. Charging cables live beneath the dual-height boot floor
British buyers won’t be offered any petrol or diesel Souls
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feels elevated and SUV-like has front and rear parking BUYER’S FILE but not unnaturally perched, sensors and a rear-view Kia Soul EV 64kWh and it’s accompanied by a camera to alert you of those Price £34,000 (est, before steering wheel that’s fully naughty posts that seem to £3500 government grant) adjustable for rake and reach, jump out at you occasionally. Engine Electric motor whereas the Nissan Leaf’s can The Soul also introduces Power 201bhp Torque 292lb ft be moved only up and down. an upgraded version of Kia’s Gearbox Single-speed automatic Clear digital instrument touchscreen infotainment 0-62mph 7.9sec dials will be standard, along system, and it’s great. It may Top speed 104mph with a head-up display on a not be quite as good as the Official range 281 miles (WLTP) small piece of glass behind BMW i3’s iDrive set-up, which CO2, tax band 0g/km, 16% (NEDC) the wheel. The rest of the remains the best in class, but common-sense design proves it’s up there with the e-Golf’s supremely easy to use, including the effort, thanks to quick responses and a sharply climate controls, which are large and chunky defined 10.3in display. The 3D sat-nav mapping enough to find with only a fleeting glance. graphics are excellent, plus you can download The Soul’s stylised interior sets it apart a smartphone app that lets you check your from the e-Niro and Kona Electric, with their Soul’s location and level of charge, as well functional layouts, and it’s way plusher than as prime its interior temperature and send those of electric hatches such as the Renault destinations to its sat-nav, from anywhere. Zoe and Nissan Leaf. There are some hard Now, the Soul falls within our electric car plastics dotted around, so it’s not as deluxe as ranks, but where does it fit in the wider SUV the e-Golf’s, but these are offset by enough soft context? At 4195mm long (55mm longer than finishes in places you will regularly paw that its predecessor), it would count as a small SUV, buyers won’t be left feeling short-changed. although it’s slightly longer than that bracket’s The Soul is also dead easy to see out of, chief protagonist, the Arona. It’s much shorter with an unobstructed view forwards, plus it than family SUVs such as the Ateca, though.
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Volkswagen ID Roomzz Seven-seat large SUV will crown VW’s range of electric models and rival the Tesla Model X On sale 2021 Price from £70,000 (est) Darren Moss Darren.Moss@haymarket.com VOLKSWAGEN’S UPCOMING LINE-UP of ID-badged electric vehicles – which will kick off with a Golf-sized hatchback later this year – will quickly grow, and this latest concept previews what’s destined to be its pinnacle: the ID Roomzz luxury SUV. Powered by an electric motor on each axle producing a combined 222bhp, it can get from 0-62mph in just 6.6sec, while its 82kWh battery allows for 280 miles between charges, according to the official WLTP test. Although the concept can be charged wirelessly when parked over a special plate, the production ID Roomzz will be fed by a regular plug. Volkswagen says getting the battery from flat to 80% will take about half an hour using the next generation of 150kW rapid chargers. Some elements of the concept’s design will be toned down for production, such as its four powered doors, but others look set to remain, including an LED light bar across the rear that allows drivers to create their own designs using a smartphone app. The interior is futuristic, featuring four seats that can pivot and tilt to create a lounge-style space when the car is driving itself. In production form, however, the ID Roomzz will be fitted with seven seats. The concept has Level 4 autonomy, which means it can drive itself in controlled areas, such as cities or on the motorway. Simply press the VW logo on the steering wheel for five seconds and the car takes
However, it isn’t short of passenger space. Up front, there’s more than sufficient head and leg room, even for those well beyond the 6ft threshold, and enough width that neither the driver nor passenger will feel pinched. Then there are the rear seats, which provide a more natural seating position than the e-Niro’s, as well as more space. Leg room is a little better than you’ll find in the Soul’s bigger brother, while head room is much improved; two six-footers will be more than happy. Three adults in the rear will result in some shoulder chafing, but at least the minimal hump in the centre of the floor means the middle passenger has plenty of space to put his or her feet. Most small SUVs have better boots, though. At 315 litres, the Soul’s is also smaller than the e-Niro’s and e-Golf’s. In fact, it’s not much bigger than the Ford Fiesta’s. Nevertheless, a large buggy will fit easily, and the floor is height-adjustable. This creates a separate storage space beneath the main compartment in which to hide your charging cables, reduces the otherwise high loading lip when the floor is in its upper position and smoothes out the extended load bay when the 60/40-split rear seats are folded down.
Charging times are something to ponder with any electric car. Thankfully, the Soul has a CCS socket (located beneath the light bar at the front), so if you plug it in to a 100kW DC rapid charger at a service station, both the 39kWh and 64kWh batteries can be replenished from 20% to 80% capacity in just 42 minutes. From a 7.2kW AC wallbox at home, it will take just over six hours to get from flat to full. From what we know so far, then, the Soul is easily good enough to trade blows with the class-leading e-Niro, offering a slightly more comfortable ride and greater passenger space, albeit also a slightly smaller boot and less agile handling. If Kia offers it with the same 64kWh battery (and therefore a similarly exceptional range) and prices it as anticipated, it could have another big electric car hit on its hands.
SAYS
Combines a great range and strong performance with a soft ride and plenty of space
ID Roomzz is similar in length to the Range Rover over, with the wheel retracting into the dashboard. When you’re driving, the usual information is shown on a 5.8in glass panel. Other tech includes LED lights inside that change colour to show, for example, the air quality outside, and an ‘augmented reality’ head-up display that projects sat-nav information right across the windscreen. When it arrives in 2021, the ID Roomzz should significantly undercut the rival Tesla Model X, making £70,000 a likely price. whatcar.com June 2019 | 13
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Toyota Camry
Big executive saloon returns to the UK after a 15-year absence, this time offering only hybrid power On sale July Price from £29,995 Neil Winn Neil.Winn@haymarket.com
DUNKIN’ DONUTS, SKECHERS, Twinkies, Seinfeld, Toyota Camry… they’re all concepts that, while proving widely popular in the good ol’ US of A, haven’t transferred particularly well when they’ve been brought over to the UK. Americans have always loved large, comfy, petrol-engined saloons, but Brits typically favour smaller, nimbler diesel models from ‘premium’ brands. That’s why the Camry left these shores in 2004: Europe went mad for diesel, Toyota didn’t offer it and sales slumped. RIVALS
BMW 3 Series Our brilliant 2019 Executive Car of the Year. Plug-in hybrid is on sale from July.
Volkswagen Passat GTE Plug-in hybrid is plush and refined, plus it has a 34-mile electric-only range.
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a smooth, linear manner, Now, though, in an ironic BUYER’S FILE but the soft suspension and turn of events, the Camry is Toyota Camry 2.5 Hybrid Excel corresponding body lean about to make a return to Price £31,295 through corners remind you British Toyota showrooms Engine 4cyl, 2487cc, petrol, that this is no BMW 3 Series. due to – yup, you guessed it – plus electric motor However, the benefit of a major decline in diesel sales. Power 215bhp (combined) Torque 163lb ft @ 3600-5200rpm soft suspension is increased Available only as a hybrid, (petrol), 149lb ft (electric) pliancy, and it’s here where using a 2.5-litre four-cylinder Gearbox CVT automatic the Camry impresses. It deals petrol engine and an electric 0-62mph 8.3sec with undulations very well motor, it’s ideally placed Top speed 124mph without ever feeling floaty or to compete against other Economy 53.3mpg (WLTP combined) loose, and even the Excel, on ‘self-charging’ models, such CO2, tax band 101g/km, 24% (NEDC) 18in alloy wheels (the Design as the recently updated Ford gets 17s), is very agreeable, Mondeo Hybrid, and plug-in traversing patchy road surfaces with little more hybrids (which can go much farther on electric than a shudder through the base of your seat. power alone) like the Volkswagen Passat GTE. Indeed, the whole car is impressively refined; It comes in just two trims: Design and Excel. both wind and road noise are well suppressed The former offers electric front seats with and the engine is virtually inaudible at adjustable lumbar support, sat-nav, front and constant motorway speeds. That said, it’s rear parking sensors, keyless entry and start, paired – as is something of a Toyota tradition automatic lights and wipers and dual-zone now – to a CVT automatic gearbox, which has climate control, while the latter adds some a tendency to make the engine rev frantically extra luxuries including wireless smartphone when you demand quick acceleration. charging, LED foglights, blindspot monitoring There’s no doubt the Camry feels more solid and rear cross-traffic emergency braking. inside than the Mondeo and Vauxhall Insignia Toyota claims the front-wheel-drive Camry (which you can’t have as a hybrid), but it lacks has been ‘tuned for Europe’, but it still feels the sophistication of its prestige German rivals. like a car designed to cruise rather than excite. There’s a mixed array of materials, some of The steering has a nice heft and responds in
Interior is in the Mondeo’s league; infotainment is poor
Jaguar F-Pace SVR Ride and quietness come before performance and agility
A 542bhp V8 turns Jaguar’s large SUV into a snarling challenger to the Alfa Romeo Stelvio QV On sale Now Price from £75,335 Will Nightingale Will.Nightingale@haymarket.com
Camry is more generous to rear passengers than rivals
them hard and scratchy, while the small (7.0in) infotainment touchscreen is disappointing, with slow response times, poor graphics and no sign of Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. That said, the Camry does have another ace in its hand: roominess. Put simply, unless you’re well over 6ft tall, you should have plenty of room to spread out in either the front or back. A clever rear suspension design and the positioning of the battery beneath the rear seats minimise intrusion into the boot, too, resulting in impressive capacity – better than that of the Mondeo Hybrid and Passat GTE. So, the Camry makes a decent choice, given that it’s comfortable, spacious, well equipped and cheap to run, plus it should benefit from Toyota’s famed reliability. However, the Passat GTE has a superior interior, is quicker and more refined and, as a plug-in hybrid, can drive for 34 miles on electricity alone at urban speeds.
SAYS
Spacious, well equipped and fairly frugal but simply not as polished as the plug-in Passat
IF YOU AREN’T familiar with the SVR badge, it’s used to denote Jaguar and Land Rover models that have been worked on by the British brands’ Special Vehicle Operations department. A bit like AMG does for Mercedes-Benz. And this is the third to have such treatment bestowed upon it, after the F-Type and Range Rover Sport. Like both of those cars, at the heart of the new Jaguar F-Pace SVR lies a thunderous supercharged 5.0-litre V8 petrol engine – Sports seats are great, even if the interior isn’t the best and it dominates the driving experience from the moment BUYER’S FILE The driving position is also you push the ‘start’ button. tough to fault, thanks largely Jaguar F-Pace SVR With 542bhp, this BMW to the really supportive Price £75,335 X3-sized SUV will hit 62mph Performance seats that the Engine 8cyl, 5000cc, from a standstill quicker SVR comes with as standard. supercharged, petrol than any Porsche Macan Less impressive is the quality Power 542bhp @ 6000-6500rpm currently on sale, and it isn’t of the interior, which isn’t Torque 502lb ft @ 2500-5500rpm far behind the mighty Alfa in the same league as that Gearbox 8-spd automatic Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio. of the Macan or even the 0-62mph 4.3sec But it’s the glorious bellow it Mercedes-AMG GLC. It edges Top speed 176mph makes when doing so that’s the Stelvio Quadrifoglio’s, Economy 22.6mpg (WLTP combined) arguably more intoxicating. though, and stops short CO2, tax band 272g/km, 37% (NEDC) Unsurprisingly, fuel economy of feeling too cheap. isn’t so spectacular and ride The 10.0in touchscreen comfort in town isn’t as plush as in the regular infotainment system isn’t a highlight, either, F-Pace – especially if you upgrade to massive but more positively, the F-Pace betters its rivals 22in alloy wheels from the standard 21in rims. for both boot capacity and passenger space in That said, the SVR is far from a bone-shaker, both the front and rear. So, if you need your and it’s actually quite composed on faster high-end sports SUV to double up as family roads – particularly motorways. Sports SUVs transport, it’s arguably the best of them all. are never as agile as conventional sports cars, but compared with its direct rivals, the F-Pace SAYS SVR is good fun through corners, too. It’s slightly bigger and heavier than the Strikes a sweet balance of ride Stelvio Quadrifoglio, so it leans a little more through tight twists and turns, although it’s comfort and handling finesse, still surprisingly capable, and its precise, and its V8 sounds spectacular deliciously weighted steering allows you to thoroughly enjoy the experience. whatcar.com June 2019 | 15
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Mercedes-Benz V-Class Facelift for posh van-based people-carrier brings a new engine and gearbox and more equipment On sale Late summer Price from £49,800
Doug Revolta Doug.Revolta@haymarket.com
IF YOU’VE EVER found yourself in a group of VIPs at an airport or race track, chances are you’ve been ferried around in a Mercedes-Benz V-Class. The luxury people-carrier of choice for swanky events companies and a few private buyers has been around in its third-generation form since 2014, and it’s just had a facelift to freshen it up. The changes are light, but chief among them is a welcome update to its engine and gearbox offerings. The gruff old 2.1-litre diesel has been replaced by Mercedes’ refined new 2.0-litre equivalent, shared with the E-Class, GLE and CLS; it produces 159bhp in the V220d and 233bhp in the V300d. A nine-speed automatic gearbox is now standard. Meanwhile, there’s a new front-end design, plus some new paint colours and alloy wheels, while the interior gets some new seat upholstery options and automatic emergency braking is now standard. As before, the V-Class offers a choice of three lengths: standard, long and extra-long. The standard version comes with seven seats, RIVALS
Volkswagen Caravelle Spacious for seven, but still no match for car-based MPVs.
Ford Galaxy The big daddy of MPVs, with plenty of space inside; it drives nicely, too.
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with two middle-row seats that can be turned around to face the three in the back. The two stretched models have eight seats as standard, with three seats in each of the second and third rows, while the new Exclusive trim comes with six, no matter which length you choose. Just bear in mind that the standard V-Class doesn’t offer much more space for passengers than a Ford Galaxy, and sliding the middle-row seats back and forth isn’t as easy. If you need a big Exclusive trim has six seats; others have seven or eight boot, definitely go for one of the long versions. its lower price and better fuel economy, this At the top of the range, you have Marco is the pick of the range for private buyers. The Polo campervan models. These come with two double beds; one is concealed in the roof, which smooth-shifting automatic gearbox’s extra two ratios aid cruising refinement compared with can be raised up to create a second floor, or lots the outgoing V-Class, too. of additional head room if BUYER’S FILE But even with its standard the bed isn’t set up. The Mercedes-Benz V300d Sport adaptive suspension, the top-spec Marco Polo model V-Class bounces along also has a full kitchenette Price £53,500 bumpy roads and sometimes with yacht wood flooring, Engine 4cyl, 1950cc, diesel Power 233bhp @ 4200rpm sends resounding shudders a sink, gas hob, fridge and Torque 369lb ft @ 1600-2400rpm through the interior. The loads of storage cabinets. Gearbox 9-spd automatic Galaxy is more comfortable Despite the tweaks, 0-62mph 7.9sec and far better to drive. don’t expect the V-Class’s Top speed 143mph The V-Class is also hugely interior to match the Economy 46.3mpg (WTLP combined) expensive. The range starts flashiness of other recent CO2, tax band 161g/km, 37% (NEDC) from just under £50,000 – Mercedes models such as significantly more than the the A-Class and GLE; digital Galaxy, as well as the van-based Volkswagen instruments aren’t even an option. AMG Line Caravelle. Still, if your people-carrier needs to and Exclusive trims bump up the price but feel like a posh taxi, your choices are limited. It don’t bring many worthwhile luxuries, so might, though, be worth waiting for the electric we’d stick with entry-level Sport, highlights of version of the V-Class that’s on the horizon. which include front and rear parking sensors, a reversing camera and an infotainment system controlled via a rotary dial. SAYS Although the V-Class’s commercial vehicle roots have always been fairly obvious, Worth considering as a posh dismissing it as a van with windows is now a taxi, but car-based MPVs are bit harsh, because the new engine and gearbox have helped to improve refinement. The new cheaper and better to drive diesel has plenty of power in 300d guise. Even the 220d feels relatively gutsy, and given
Ford Focus Estate Active
Load lugger gets the same go-anywhere treatment as the hatchback On sale Now Price from £23,005 John Howell John.Howell@haymarket.com
IF YOU’RE A regular reader, you might recall we muscularity at low and medium revs that the covered the Ford Focus Active range a couple of petrol can’t muster, but we prefer the cheaper months back. Active, and the better-equipped 118bhp 1.5-litre diesel, which has all the punch Active X, are two trim levels distinguished you need and feels barely any less exuberant. from regular Focuses by SUV-like styling Performance is also hindered by the Active’s accoutrements, such as black sill extensions optional eight-speed automatic gearbox, which and wheel arch surrounds, plumper tyre side isn’t particularly responsive. More annoying profiles and a raised ride height. is the thump you get from the gearbox at low Last time, we introduced you to the 123bhp speeds as you come on and off the accelerator; 1.0-litre petrol engine. But if you need to (a) combined with overly sharp brakes, it’s move lots of things around, tiresomely jerky in traffic. (b) tow a caravan or (c) both, That said, we haven’t noted BUYER’S FILE the estate version, in 148bhp those last two traits in other Ford Focus Estate 2.0 EcoBlue 2.0-litre diesel form, might Focuses, so they could be 150 Active X auto prove a better bedfellow. unique to the 2.0 EcoBlue. Price £29,335 Engine 4cyl, 1996cc, diesel For a start, you retain The 2.0-litre diesel is Power 148bhp @ 3500rpm the hatchback’s excellent at least relatively quiet Torque 273lb ft @ 2000-2500rpm passenger space but with a compared with the Gearbox 8-spd automatic much bigger boot. It’s not equivalent Octavia’s, and 0-62mph 9.5sec far off the size of the Skoda while the Focus estate has a Top speed 126mph Octavia Estate’s. little more road noise than Economy 51.4mpg (WLTP combined) The 2.0-litre engine is the hatchback, wind noise is CO2, tax band 119g/km, 31% (NEDC) certainly flexible, with a still well suppressed.
You also benefit from the Focus’s trump card: incisive handling. The diesels don’t steer quite as sweetly as the lighter petrols, but they’re still better than most rivals, and body control is impressive despite the jacked-up suspension. Active trim comes with 17in wheels that maintain the Focus’s generally impressive ride, but the 18in wheels fitted to the Active X add a little more nobbliness over rutted roads. We like the Active concept, then, and it fits well with the estate’s added practicality. We just wouldn’t go for the 2.0-litre diesel or the automatic gearbox. Experience tells us the 1.5 EcoBlue 120, with a manual ’box, is a better bet.
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Active works even better as an estate, but not with the 2.0-litre diesel/automatic combo
BMW X7
luxury feel of those you’ll find in the Range Rover, but they do feel built to last. Every X7 comes with two 12.3in digital screens – one for All-new seven-seat luxury SUV aims to charm buyers away the class-leading iDrive infotainment system from the Range Rover On sale April Price from £72,195 and another for the instruments. Both are highly configurable and easy to use. the anticipated biggest seller – does a good Practicality is the X7’s strongest suit, though. Darren Moss job of hustling the X7’s 2.3-tonne bulk along Access to the third row of seats is good and Darren.Moss@haymarket.com winding country roads and never becomes average-sized adults will be fine back there short of breath. It’s pleasantly hushed, too, for most journeys. Sadly, the standard BUYING DECISIONS AT the top end of the dropping to a low background hum on the panoramic glass roof limits head room for luxury SUV market just got harder, thanks to motorway. The X7 feels big taller passengers in the back, the arrival of the BMW X7. A rival for the Range BUYER’S FILE from behind the wheel in the but space is palatial for the Rover and new Mercedes-Benz GLS (see p19), same way the Range Rover five in the first two rows. this is the largest and most opulent SUV that BMW X7 xDrive30d M Sport does, but its quick, accurate Even with every seat in BMW has yet made. It has a tough fight on its Price £73,360 Engine 6cyl, 2993cc, diesel steering and classically tall place, there’s enough room hands, though, not only to lure buyers away Power 261bhp @ 4000rpm in the boot for a couple of from those models but also to justify itself next driving position allow you Torque 457lb ft @ 2000-2500rpm to place it with ease. suitcases. Fold away the to the cheaper Land Rover Discovery and Audi Gearbox 8-spd automatic The materials on show rearmost seats and an X7 Q7 – our current class leader. 0-62mph 7.0sec inside don’t quite have the driver can laugh in the face The 261bhp diesel engine in the xDrive30d – Top speed 141mph of Ikea’s latest sale. Economy 33.6mpg (WLTP combined) All of this luxury doesn’t CO , tax band 171g/km, 37% (NEDC) Standard air suspension 2 come cheap, though; both gives a wonderfully the Discovery and Q7 will cosseting ride do pretty much the same job for less money. That said, the X7 is a bargain next to the Range Rover, which, let’s not forget, can’t be had with seven seats, even in long-wheelbase form.
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MercedesBenz GLS Luxurious range-topping SUV gets mild hybrid power and high-tech interior On sale Late 2019 Price from £72,000 (est) Darren Moss Darren.Moss@haymarket.com THE GLS IS Mercedes-Benz’s largest SUV, representing the very best that its maker can offer in terms of luxury. Despite being cavernous and comfortable, though, the outgoing GLS was never really a match for the rival Range Rover or our favourite luxury SUV, the Audi Q7. This new model aims to change that. For starters, the new GLS is both longer and wider than its predecessor and its front and rear wheels are farther apart – which Mercedes has used to increase interior space for both passengers and luggage. Inside, two 12.3in digital screens dominate the dashboard, with one given over to the instruments and the other for infotainment. The latter can be controlled either by touch, or by using touchpads on the steering wheel and centre console. Seven seats are standard in the GLS, but buyers can opt for a more luxurious six-seat option, with the second-row bench being replaced by two individual seats. All the rear seatbacks can be lowered at the touch of a button to create a cavernous boot. Luxurious touches include heated seats for everyone, including those in the third row. The options list includes massaging seats and either one 7.0in or two 11.6in tablets that rear passengers can use to control their own infotainment. The only engine option at launch is a 3.0-litre six-cylinder diesel in the GLS 400d. This engine produces 326bhp and emits 201g/km of CO2, while official combined fuel economy is 37.0mpg, based on WLTP tests. A mild hybrid version, the GLS 450, will arrive later, featuring a 3.0-litre six-cylinder petrol engine with electric assistance when needed. All versions of the GLS come with four-wheel drive, a nine-speed automatic gearbox and air suspension. Prices will start at around £72,000, making the new GLS about £10,000 cheaper than the Range Rover but significantly more expensive than the class-leading Q7.
New GLS is longer and wider than its predecessor
Mini Clubman Changes to Mini’s quirky estate bring it in line with the drop-top and hatchback models On sale August Price from £21,200 Darren Moss Darren.Moss@haymarket.com THE MINI CLUBMAN is something of an enigma, because while it looks like a contemporary of the Volkswagen Golf Estate, it’s actually less practical than most family hatchbacks, with a small boot (360 litres versus 380 in the Audi A3) that’s accessed through two side-hinged doors, rather than a hatch. It’s small fry for Mini in the UK, too, accounting for just 11% of its sales last year. Still, having facelifted its hatchback and Convertible models, the brand has now done the same to the Clubman. The most obvious changes are at the front, where the Clubman now features a redesigned grille – in black or chrome, depending on which model you go for – and front bumper, as well as new LED lights. As on the hatchbacks, the new tail-lights mimic the Union flag, for that extra dose of Britishness. In addition, new paint colours and alloy wheel designs are available. The engine line-up is unchanged, so our recommended choice remains the Cooper model, with its peppy and responsive 134bhp 1.5-litre turbo petrol unit. For those seeking more performance, there’s a 189bhp 2.0-litre turbo petrol in the Cooper S, while the 148bhp 1.5-litre diesel Cooper D will be more suitable for long-distance drivers. New for 2019, however, is optional sports suspension, which lowers the car by 10mm and is designed to make it feel more agile. Inside, the Clubman comes with a 6.5in infotainment screen (upgradeable to 8.8in) and a new 4G data SIM card that enables connected services, such as the ability to see your car’s fuel level on your smartphone and send destinations to the sat-nav remotely. There’s also a greater array of leather and trim options to choose from.
The range of personalisation options is broader than ever Like the Mini hatchbacks, the Clubman is available in a choice of three trim levels: Classic, Sport and Exclusive. We recommend Classic in other Mini models, for its balance of equipment and affordability. The deletion of the previous entry-level trim, City, from the line-up means prices have risen by £900 across the board. That means the new Clubman starts at £21,200 – a little cheaper than the Golf Estate and new Kia Proceed, although both of those family estate rivals are considerably more practical.
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Stylish and well equipped, but hard to justify over the cheaper, roomier Ceed Sportswagon.
As comfortable and good to drive as the hatch, but with a large, practical boot.
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Audi E-tron
Audi is going Tesla hunting with a fully electric SUV that can cover 241 miles between charges On sale Now Price from £71,520 Steve Huntingford Steve.Huntingford@haymarket.com
TESLA GOT THERE first with its Model X, while Jaguar was the first traditional car maker to launch a prestige electric SUV. But the Audi E-tron is the first from one of Germany’s big three, so you might start to wonder if the smaller brands are destined to be crowded out. Not to be confused with the plug-in hybrid ‘e-tron’ versions of the A3 and Q7, the new E-tron model is fully electric, with a motor on each axle to give it four-wheel drive and a combined output of 402bhp. RIVALS
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Cheaper, faster and more agile than the E-tron, but not as smooth or quiet.
Astonishingly quick and can seat seven. Shame it’s so expensive to buy.
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discernible change in That’s enough for 0-62mph BUYER’S FILE pedal feel when the E-tron in 5.7sec, and as in all electric Audi E-tron moves from regenerative cars, acceleration is nearPrice £71,520 (before £3500 braking (basically using instantaneous. However, both government grant) the motors as dynamos to the Model X and I-Pace are Engine Two electric motors charge the battery) to the faster still, plus the E-tron Power 402bhp regular friction ones. It’s only gives you the full beans Torque 490lb ft easier to drive smoothly as in S mode – and even then, Gearbox Single-speed automatic a result, and the standard only in eight-second bursts. 0-62mph 5.7sec air suspension does a great The rest of the time, you Top speed 124mph job of wafting you along have to make do with ‘just’ Official range 241 miles (WLTP) in Comfort mode. Yet the 355bhp and 0-62mph in CO2, tax band 0g/km, 16% (NEDC) E-tron is no barge on twisty 6.6sec. Audi claims this roads, because switching to is because it was more Dynamic keeps body lean to a minimum, plus interested in prolonging the battery’s useful there’s loads of grip and the steering is precise life than embarrassing supercars, but this enough – if not on a par with the I-Pace’s. isn’t reflected in the warranty, which lasts for Inside, the E-tron is reminiscent of other the same eight years or 100,000 miles as the high-end Audis. That isn’t all good news, I-Pace’s. And although the official 241-mile because it means almost everything is range should be enough for most journeys, it controlled via two giant touchscreens that can falls short of the I-Pace’s 292 miles. Instead, refinement is where the E-tron really be quite distracting to use on the move. Still, there’s no denying the screens provide plenty moves the game on. You see, the quietness of of wow factor, and they’re backed up by tactile, electric motors usually leaves you more aware soft-touch plastics, glitzy trims and a standard of wind and road noise than you are in petrol of assembly that’s second to none. and diesel cars, but the E-tron is close to silent, There’s plenty of leg room front and rear, even at motorway speeds. too. And because the E-tron’s roof doesn’t curve On top of this, the brakes aren’t as grabby downwards as dramatically as the I-Pace’s, as those of most electric cars, with no
Classy interior is dominated by twin central touchscreens
Jaguar XE Space under bonnet is ideal for storing charging cables
Can a plusher interior with more kit help Jaguar’s smallest saloon catch up with its rivals? On sale Now Price from £33,915 Will Nightingale Will.Nightingale@haymarket.com
E-tron has a plush ride yet also handles with precision
you’re less likely to feel claustrophobic. Just bear in mind that the middle rear seat is narrow and, unlike Tesla, Audi doesn’t offer the option of seven seats. You don’t want for much else, though, because standard equipment includes everything from LED headlights to wireless phone charging, and range-topping models even swap conventional door mirrors for drag-reducing cameras. The E-tron’s 95kWh battery pack can be charged from 0-80% in about 14 hours from a 7.2kW home wallbox, with rapid charging at motorway services taking about 45 minutes and the next generation of 150kW chargers due to bring that down to just half an hour. This will no doubt make electric luxury SUVs such as the E-tron even more appealing, but whether Audi will win the sales battle with the I-Pace and Model X is harder to predict, because the three cars have quite different strengths.
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Range and performance could be better, but it’s beautifully built and incredibly refined
IF YOU’VE SEEN Jaguar’s latest TV advert, you’ll probably have guessed that sales aren’t going too well. The ad message is essentially this: the reason you should buy a Jaguar is that it isn’t a popular choice and you’ll therefore be driving around in something more exclusive. Which, in the case of the XE, the British brand’s smallest saloon, is absolutely true; the Audi A4, BMW 3 Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class are much bigger sellers. But the thing is, Infotainment and quality of materials are much improved until now at least, they’ve been better all-rounders, so you don’t have to stomach BUYER’S FILE that’s hardly a surprise. the 4% benefit-in-kind tax Jaguar XE D180 S That’s something this surcharge that applies to the Price £34,555 mid-life refresh aims to majority of diesel cars. Engine 4cyl, 1999cc, diesel address. The interior, once a We haven’t yet tried the Power 178bhp @ 4000rpm Torque 317lb ft @ 1750-2500rpm real weak point, has been range-topping petrol, but the Gearbox 8-spd automatic smartened up with more 247bhp version is well worth 0-62mph 8.1sec appealing finishes and a look a look if you’re a private Top speed 140mph similar to that of the I-Pace buyer; it’s quieter than the Economy 50.7mpg (WLTP combined) electric car. The XE still lags diesel and acceleration is CO2, tax band 130g/km, 30% (NEDC) behind its German rivals for more in keeping with the material plushness, though – XE’s sporty nature. and it’s a similar story with the infotainment Despite the numerous improvements, and system. The new 10.0in touchscreen, which more standard kit than before, there are still features Apple CarPlay and Android Auto better all-round packages in the class. That said, smartphone mirroring as standard, is a big there’s still one thing the XE does better than improvement, but it only brings the XE closer all of its rivals (with the possible exception of to, not on a par with, the best of its peers. the new 3 Series), and that’s put a smile on your The engine range has been trimmed down, face. It remains brilliant fun to drive, so if you too; there’s now a single 2.0-litre diesel with love driving, it’s one for the shortlist. 178bhp and a couple of 2.0-litre petrols with 247bhp and 296bhp. There’s no longer a SAYS manual gearbox option, though; all XEs come with an eight-speed automatic as standard. If you’re a company car driver, we’d stick with As brilliant to drive as ever and the diesel (D180). This engine still isn’t as now more compelling in other strong or smooth as its rivals, nor quite as areas, particularly inside efficient. However, it’s now compliant with the toughest, RDE2 emissions standards, meaning whatcar.com June 2019 | 21
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ON A CHARGE Tesla’s Superchargers can get the Model 3 from 10-80% in half an hour. Plus, a different plug than other Teslas allows use of regular CCS chargers.
Tesla Model 3 America’s high-tech electric alternative to the BMW 3 Series has finally arrived in Britain On sale June Price from £42,400 Alan Taylor-Jones Alan.Taylor-Jones@haymarket.com
THE COMPACT END of the executive car class has for a long time been something of a nobrainer. If you want something a bit sporty, you buy a BMW 3 Series, while the Audi A4 is the comfier choice with the classiest interior of all. However, things might be about to change permanently, because after taking on the luxury car and luxury SUV classes with the Model S and Model X, Tesla has finally made its Model 3 saloon available to order in the UK. RIVALS
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Jaguar I-Pace
Far more enjoyable for keen drivers, even though it’s nowhere near as fast. Has a superior interior, too.
The best high-end electric car is great to drive, but Teslas have advantages in range and charging.
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The Performance leans less Deliveries aren’t due to BUYER’S FILE and finds even more traction, begin until June, but we’ve Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD but again it’s capable, rather got behind the wheel of the Price £51,400 (before £3500 than fun; the 3 Series still Long Range and Performance government grant) rules the roost in that regard. models over here early. Engine Two electric motors Power 362bhp (est) However, the Model 3 They may not be right-hand Torque 394lb ft (est) offers something else that drive yet, but we can still see Gearbox Single-speed automatic will captivate keen drivers: whether our concerns of an 0-62mph 4.5sec slingshot acceleration. Even overly firm ride on broken Top speed 145mph the Long Range is capable British roads are unfounded. Official range 348 miles (WLTP) of 0-60mph in a sports carLet’s cut to the chase. CO2, tax band 0g/km, 16% (NEDC) baiting 4.5sec and responds On its 19in wheels and almost instantly to a prod standard suspension, the of the accelerator. The Performance drops this Long Range is perfectly liveable, with greater time to a scorching 3.2sec – quicker than the compliance than comparable M Sport BMWs or V6-engined Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadifoglio. S line Audis. Only when trundling around town Of course, the main sticking point with does it thud through potholes. That said, the A4 electric cars is range. Thankfully, the Model 3 on 17in or 18in wheels and Comfort Dynamic Long Range is officially capable of 348 miles suspension is better still. As for the Model 3 (19 more than the Performance), with our drive Performance, its stiffer springs and 20in suggesting more than 250 is easily achievable. wheels give the ride a firmer edge, but at no Naturally, we’ll be running our Real Range test point does it become uncomfortable. to find the exact distance as soon as we can. The handling also impresses. Sure, its Inside, you’ll be struck by how minimalist near-1900kg bulk means it doesn’t change the dashboard is. Every function is dealt with direction as keenly as the 3 Series, but it still via the touchscreen and a couple of buttons on steers well. There’s a bit of body lean in corners, the steering wheel. While the display is of high exacerbated by the relatively high driving resolution and reacts to inputs quickly, some position, but grip is strong and the car never icons are small and other functions would be feels wayward, despite having a lot of power.
Toyota Corolla Touring Sports Toyota’s capable new family car is also available as an estate. As a hybrid, is it a winner? On sale Now Price from £22,575 Neil Winn Neil.Winn@haymarket.com
The ride is always firm, but it never becomes unpleasant
Responsive 15.0in touchscreen controls most functions
FOR MANY YEARS, diesel estate cars were the go-to vehicles for families who wanted something relatively frugal with lots of space. But times they are a changin’; with diesel power losing favour with the public, families are looking for alternatives. But what do you do if the petrol estates you’ve looked at aren’t frugal enough? Well, Toyota might have you covered with its new Corolla Touring Sports, which is available as a ‘self-charging’ petrol hybrid. But what does that mean, exactly? Well, unlike plug-in hybrids, which need to be charged up overnight in order for their electric motors to save petrol (and therefore emit fewer pollutants), the hybrid version of the Touring Sports, like the Corolla hatchback, recharges its battery as it drives along, resulting in a much shorter electric-only range. But what makes the Touring Sports unique is that all this clever RIVALS
Ford Focus Estate
Faux-leather seats are comfy and there’s loads of space
easier to operate with physical buttons. The absence of an instrument cluster might also take some getting used to, but with the speedo at the top left of the touchscreen, you don’t have to avert your gaze too far from the road. Quality has taken a huge step forward from earlier Teslas, and while the Model 3 still can’t match that of the A4 or 3 Series, it feels more solidly constructed than the Mercedes C-Class. It goes without saying that front space is good, while those in the back get decent head and leg room – even six-footers. As for the boot, it’s vast even before you consider the underfloor storage or the well beneath the bonnet. So, has Tesla played the disruptor once again? Well, when you consider the Model 3’s impressive abilities and base cost of £42,400 (rising to £60,400 for the Performance), we’d have to say yes. We can’t wait to see just how well it does in a group test against its rivals.
The best-handling family estate has a large boot and generous space for passengers.
Skoda Octavia Estate Well equipped, impressively refined, vast inside and reasonably priced.
Everything is solidly built but infotainment isn’t very good
engineering comes wrapped in a practical estate car package. And if you think it’s easy to turn a hatchback into an estate, consider this: Toyota ploughed a whopping £53 million into the project. The result is a car that has not only a larger boot than the hatchback but also more leg room in the rear, thanks to a greater distance between the front and rear axles. In fact, the boot is almost as spacious as those of conventionally powered rivals, offering 598 litres, compared with 605, 608 and 610 for the Volkswagen Golf, Ford Focus and Skoda Octavia estates respectively. And when the rear seats are folded down, they lay flat, giving you a square load bay that should have no trouble swallowing a mountain bike. There are also some nice practical touches, such as a single-pull handle that collapses the rear seats, a false floor that can be dropped to increase boot capacity and the ability to turn that very same floor over so that a carpeted surface is swapped for a plastic one. We’re sure any dog owner will appreciate that.
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MercedesBenz E-Class Could the new E300de end the diesel-electric hybrid’s time as a lesser-spotted breed? On sale Now Price from £38,070 Doug Revolta Doug.Revolta@haymarket.com
Standard dual-height boot floor rests above a large well
The boot is 598 litres whether you choose a hybrid or not
Focus Estate, so it smooths The extra leg room in the BUYER’S FILE the edges of ridges better back is a little less impressive, Toyota Corolla Touring Sports and fidgets less on patchy because tall people will still 1.8 Hybrid Icon Tech motorways. The pay-off is find their knees rubbing the Price £26,075 a little more body bounce front seats. But it’s acceptable Engine 4cyl, 1798cc, petrol, plus electric motor along undulating roads than if you have a young family; Power 120bhp (combined) you get in some rivals, but as long as you don’t order the Torque 105lb ft (petrol), this seems a small price to sunroof, those below 6ft tall 120lb ft (electric) pay for a cushioned ride. should be fine, although the Gearbox CVT automatic If you do a lot of miles, Golf Estate and Octavia Estate 0-62mph 11.1sec you’d be better off with a are even more generous. Top speed 112mph diesel Octavia Estate. It’s What’s it like to drive? In Economy 62.7mpg (WLTP combined) larger, will go farther on a truth, it’s virtually identical CO2, tax band 76g/km, 22% (NEDC) tank and is keenly priced. to the hatchback. The 121bhp However, if you want a well1.8-litre hybrid we’ve tested equipped, practical wagon that’s cheap to run (there’s also a 114bhp 1.2-litre turbo petrol and a and impressively environmentally friendly, 178bhp 2.0-litre hybrid) is better than any other the Touring Sports really is in a class of one. electrified set-up Toyota has yet produced. It’s smooth and quiet at a cruise and remains impressively hushed even when you call for SAYS more performance. Only when you pin the accelerator does the engine get truly vocal. No, The boot isn’t the biggest, but it isn’t quite as quick as a 1.0-litre turbo petrol the hybrids are cheap to run Golf Estate, but it’s fine in most situations. Our test car also had tiny 16in alloy wheels, and standard kit is generous so ride comfort was genuinely impressive. The Touring Sports has softer suspension than the 24 | June 2019 whatcar.com
VIRTUALLY EVERY HYBRID on the road today, be it the regular type or a plug-in, pairs its electrical elements with a petrol engine. Why? Well, there are a few reasons, but primarily because diesel engines are more expensive to manufacture and generally less refined. But surely a diesel burner, with its high fuel economy and low CO2 emissions, would be the perfect partner for a battery and motor that together provide zero-emissions running, quicker acceleration and enhanced efficiency? Mercedes-Benz certainly thinks so. Having first offered diesel-electric power seven years ago, it has now added a plug-in hybrid version – badged E300de – to the E-Class saloon and estate ranges, alongside a plug-in petrolelectric E300e saloon. The E300de pairs a 191bhp four-cylinder 2.0-litre diesel engine with a 121bhp electric motor that’s supplied energy by a 13.5kWh lithium ion battery pack. Officially, the E300de is able to travel on electricity alone at speeds of up to 80mph for just over 30 miles. That’s impressive, but it’s still 50 miles short of making the car eligibile for a £3500 grant from the Government. Westminster will, however, contribute £500 toward the cost of you installing a 7.4kW home wallbox, from which you’ll be able to charge the car from 10% to full in less than two hours. Savings can be made elsewhere, too, because the E300de recorded an incredible official combined economy figure of 201.8mpg (WLTP) and CO2 emissions of just 41g/km (NEDC), putting it in the lowest company car tax band. The catch is that you’ll need to have the battery fully charged to achieve those figures, so most drivers will fall a long way short – especially when the battery is depleted. So, the E300de seems a brilliant idea, but before you start begging your fleet manager to procure one for you, it’s worth noting that there are some issues with it in reality. Start the car and you pull away almost RIVALS
BMW 530e
Volvo S90/V90 T8
Rides comfortably, performs well and is more refined. Classier inside, too.
These have a similarly long electric range and are more refined in every way.
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ALMOST UNIQUE The only other diesel-electric hybrid cars you can currently buy are also made by Mercedes-Benz: the C300de saloon and C300de Estate.
‘The E300de isn’t as agile as its conventionally powered siblings, and its ride doesn’t impress’ buy the Premium or Premium Plus pack, too); silently, but once the engine feels the need this improves the ride in other versions of the to get involved, the transition isn’t smooth. E-Class, but the E300de’s considerable extra Most petrol-electric hybrids manage seamless bulk might well reduce the positive impact. switches between power sources, but the The E-Class’s luxurious interior and excellent E300de’s diesel unit splutters and shudders infotainment system remain untouched, into life before sounding pretty gruff on the but the boot is significantly compromised. move. So yes, this car is quick, but you have Although it remains large, around 200 litres to put up with some unpleasant noise. What’s of its space is given over to housing the battery, more, the brake pedal feels especially numb, which also leaves a big lump towards the back. making it difficult for you to stop smoothly. As for trim levels, we’d stick with SE, forgoing The E300de feels heavy as well; after all, the sportier styling, fancier wheels and other it weighs a full 325kg more than the entryblingy extras offered by the level diesel E220d. So, while BUYER’S FILE more expensive AMG Line. its steering is light and For those looking to buy accurate, it isn’t as agile as Mercedes-Benz E300de EQ Power SE an E-Class, we’d recommend its conventionally powered Price £47,700 the E220d, because it can siblings, feeling rather more Engine 4cyl, 1950cc, diesel, still achieve nearly 50mpg, cumbersome through turns. plus electric motor emits as little as 122g/km The ride doesn’t impress, 302bhp (combined) of CO2 and costs around either, being firm at all speeds Power 516lb ft (combined) and especially fidgety around Torque £10,000 less, all while being Gearbox 9-spd automatic town. Plus, there’s a fair bit of superior to drive. 0-62mph 5.9sec suspension noise to put up The E300de could make Top speed 155mph with as you pass over lumps sense if you’re a company Economy 201.8mpg (WLTP combined) and bumps. You can order car driver, but bear in mind Electric range 31 miles (WLTP) CO2, tax band 41g/km, 16% (NEDC) air suspension for £1895 the compromises to the ride, (although you must then handling and practicality,
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THE JUDD FAMILY SPENT A WEEK WITH MG’S COMPACT SUV AND FUN SUPERMINI TO SEE HOW THEY PERFORM IN THE REAL WORLD
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DS 3 Crossback Is the highest-powered petrol engine the one to go for in this new style-focused small SUV? On sale Now Price from £21,555 Becky Wells Becky.Wells@haymarket.com
IMAGINE YOU’RE WALKING down a cobbled street in Paris, glancing through the big, glass fronts of the endless rows of luxury boutiques. Shoes, handbags, tailors – all the kind of establishments that you’re scared to go into, because of both the immaculate shop assistants who watch your every move and the fact that nothing has a price tag on it. Parked outside, you might well see a car from the equally luxurious (but not as intimidating) French brand DS. Outranking Peugeot, Citroën and Vauxhall within the PSA Group, its name is a play on ‘déesse’, meaning ‘goddess’. And with a brochure full of phrases such as “where savoir-faire meets advanced technology”, it has taken the concept of premium French design to create a small SUV: the 3 Crossback. We’ve previously driven the mid-range turbo petrol engine, the 1.2-litre Puretech 130. This is set to be the best seller, but it suffers from a shortage of power when you aim for overtakes. So now we’re sampling the Puretech 155. This is identically sized but produces an extra 25bhp, RIVALS
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Better to drive, more practical and beautifully furnished yet cheaper to buy and on PCP finance.
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worth trying, because it makes pulling away that little bit sprightlier, while the steering gains a much more reassuring weight. Either way, though, the 3 Crossback isn’t quite as good to drive as the Audi Q2 and Volkswagen T-Roc. DS clearly put up all the moodboards for the interior. Open the door et voilà: all is swathed in diamonds. Well, diamond shapes; the buttons for the infotainment, volume and climate control all tessellate, as do the air vents, stereo speakers and digital instrument display. The materials are hit and miss, though. For example, the silver plastic strips in the centre Design is chic but some of the materials are below par look suspiciously like the bottom of a Ferrero Rocher meaning there’s noticeably BUYER’S FILE packet. The infotainment more oomph away from the DS 3 Crossback is fiddly and laggy as well. line and when you’re joining Puretech 155 Ultra Prestige It’s a far cry from the Mini the motorway. Unfortunately, Price £32,450 Countryman in both regards. though, it’s quite unrefined, Engine 3cyl, 1199cc, turbo, petrol Power 153bhp @ 5500rpm As small SUVs go, there’s sounding hoarse and wheezy Torque 177lb ft @ 1750rpm generous room up front and under brisk acceleraton. Gearbox 8-spd automatic good rear leg room, but the It’s available with only 0-60mph 8.2sec roofline slopes, so rear head an eight-speed automatic Top speed 129mph room is tight for taller folk. gearbox, which shuffles Economy 45.7mpg (WLTP combined) Plus, the view out of the side through its ratios without CO2, tax band 121g/km, 28% (NEDC) windows is restricted by the fuss when you’re going ‘shark fin’ window pillars. calmly but is a bit slow to DS makes some bold promises, and in terms drop down when you ask for a burst of speed. It also comes with slightly stiffer suspension, of design and style, the 3 Crossback generally lives up to them, but we remain less convinced but you’d be hard pressed to notice a difference between the two set-ups. That means the ride is by the mechanicals. What’s more, it’s pricier than the Q2 and Countryman, yet they offer still a little fidgety at lower speeds and crashes superior practicality, pace and material quality. over particularly harsh potholes, although it smooths out when you’re going a little faster. The steering is more of a concern, because SAYS it’s too light and gives little sense of connection to the front wheels, leaving you sawing at the The Puretech 155 is by far the wheel regardless of how tight the corner is. It most competent motor, but it does become heavier, but not always at the best time – halfway around a corner, for example. makes the DS too expensive Three driving modes alter the responses of the steering, gearbox and accelerator. Sport is whatcar.com June 2019 | 27
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Audi plans electric ride-sharing future AI:ME concept hints at electric hatch that will form part of Audi subscription service DRIVERS WON’T BUY a car outright in the future, instead subscribing to a car maker in the same way as they do with mobile phones and streaming services. That’s according to Audi, which is planning to offer four cars as part of its own subscription service. Drivers would be able to choose whichever model suited their needs at the time. Three of those models have already been unveiled; the Aicon saloon is intended for longer journeys, the PB18 e-tron for thrillseekers headed to the race track and the AI:ME you see here for city-based commuters. The fourth slot is expected to be filled by an electric seven-seat SUV that is due to be revealed at the Frankfurt motor show in September. No costs have been revealed yet, but Audi envisions a future where its cars could autonomously return to a central hub between uses to be cleaned and checked before being booked out by another driver. The AI:ME is about the same size as today’s A3 family hatchback and is powered by a single 168bhp electric motor at the rear. While Audi hasn’t yet revealed any more details, you can bet the AI:ME shares a lot technically with Volkswagen’s upcoming ID electric hatchback. 28 | June 2019 whatcar.com
That would mean a range of about 350 miles in production form. Indeed, the AI:ME hints at a future electric hatchback that would rival the ID, as well as more established electric cars such as the BMW i3 and Nissan Leaf. The front of the AI:ME features a large grille that’s also an extension of the lights. In fact, graphics and even animations can be displayed on the grille, on the front and rear wheel arches and across the rear of the car, warning other drivers of obstacles ahead or letting pedestrians know that it’s safe to cross the road behind. Drivers can even programme their own animations to act as welcome messages when they get into the car. While not all of the AI:ME’s features are technically possible right now, some will be seen on future Audi models. Inside the AI:ME, there’s space for four people, with the rear seats given over to a single bench. We’ve sat in the concept, and while space in the front is palatial, taller passengers will find their heads brushing the roof in the rear. Highlights include a 3D infotainment and driving display that runs the full width of the car and a steering wheel that pops out when the car is running in manual mode. The AI:ME is capable of Level 4 autonomy, says
Audi, meaning it can drive itself in certain areas, such as in the city. The infotainment system is controlled by simply looking where you want to select, because the car tracks your eye movements. There are also plants in both the front and rear of the car that, according to Audi, help to purify the air inside as well as promote an atmosphere of wellbeing. You don’t need to worry about where you’ll store your watering can, either, because taking care of the greenery will be done at Audi’s hubs. In addition, the AI:ME can dim its windows and play relaxing sounds to further enhance the sense of wellbeing for occupants. Other nifty features include a magnetic cupholder you can place anywhere, an integrated camera that can take a selfie inside the car and a centre console that lifts up to become a table. A soundbar speaker system for the hi-fi runs around the interior, too, and a table pops out in front of the driver when the steering wheel is retracted. When the car is being driven in manual mode, the infotainment display shows driving information, with the eye-tracking software disabled for safety.
FORD HAS ADDED a new ‘sleep’ mode to the key fobs of Fiesta and Focus hatchbacks in a bid to tackle the rise in the number of thefts of cars with keyless entry systems. Thieves have been targeting keyless entry cars with relay box equipment that can pick up the signal from the key fob while it’s in the owner’s home and use this to open and start the car. Ford’s new key fobs contain a motion sensor. If this detects the key hasn’t been moved for more than 40 seconds, it puts it into sleep mode. This prevents anyone with a relay box or similar equipment from getting its signal. The key fob wakes up again as soon as it’s moved.
Ford says the fob will be fully functional by the time you’ve walked to your car and is programmed to work only within a two-metre radius. In addition to including the sleep mode with new models, Ford is offering the upgrade to existing owners of the current Fiesta and Focus, for £65 and £72 per key respectively. Ford security specialist Simon Hurr said: “The online availability of devices that have no place in public hands has long been a problem for Ford, our industry and crime fighters.” The Fiesta is the best-selling new car in the UK so far this year, while the Focus is the fourth most popular choice.
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Aston Martin DBX Aston Martin’s first SUV, the DBX, uses all-new underpinnings and has amazing performance, offering buyers a choice of two twin-turbo petrol engines: Aston’s own 600bhp 5.2-litre V12 and Mercedes’ 500bhp 4.0-litre V8. Plus, the British firm has gone to unusually great lengths to hone the handling of its Bentley Bentayga rival. Expect an extremely luxurious five-seat interior with a driver-centric design up front, drawing on the DB11 GT’s. Price £140,000 (est) ALSO COMING SOON SMALL AND FAMILY SUVs Volkswagen T-Roc Cabriolet Early 2020 Audi Q3 Sportback Late 2019 Soft-top version of funky four-star small SUV. Sporty, coupé-styled version of excellent SUV. LARGE AND LUXURY SUVs Mazda CX-30 Late 2019 BMW X6 Autumn New Seat Ateca rival shares its underpinnings, Brilliant new X5 transformed into an SUV-coupé. frugal engines and styling with the all-new 3. Ford Kuga Early 2020 Nissan Juke Late 2019 Has new-look styling and a high-tech interior; New engines, new interior and standout looks. will offer three different types of hybrid power. Renault Captur Late 2019 Evolved design and new turbo petrol engines. Ssangyong Korando September Said to be better to drive and improved inside.
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PICK-UP Jeep Gladiator Jeep will offer us Brits an alternative to the likes of the Volkswagen Amarok with the Gladiator, which is based on the new Wrangler off-roader. Available only with a five-seat cab and 5.5 metres long, it will use a 260bhp 3.0-litre diesel V6 and four-wheel drive with axle locks, so expect all-conquering off-road ability and a high towing capacity. Price £35,000 (est)
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ELECTRIC CARS Honda E Late 2019 Retro small hatch will do 125 miles per charge.
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Mini SE Autumn 3dr hatchback offers a 160-mile range for £30k.
Vauxhall Corsa Late 2019 Every aspect will be brand new, both inside and out, plus there will be an electric version.
Porsche Taycan Late 2019 Luxury four-wheel-drive saloon will offer 450, 550 or 650bhp, plus a range of around 270 miles. Renault Zoe Late 2019 Mk2 small hatch promises a range of 250 miles. Volkswagen ID Early 2020 All-new family car promises range of up to 373 miles yet will be priced comparably to the Golf. SMALL CARS Peugeot 208 Late 2019 Radically redesigned, with high-tech interior design and the option of electric power.
FAMILY CARS Audi A3 Late 2019 Larger and roomier, with a Q3-like interior. Seat Leon Late 2019 All-new hatch will share a lot with the next Golf. Volkswagen Golf Autumn Mk8 model gets new engines, including mild hybrids, more room inside and a techy interior. EXECUTIVE CARS BMW 2 Series Gran Coupé Late 2019 All-new front-wheel-drive Mercedes CLA rival. whatcar.com June 2019 | 37
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Reader Test Team Mazda 3 Mazda is aiming to enter the premium ranks with its all-new £20k family hatchback Kris Culmer Kris.Culmer@haymarket.com
MAZDA HAS LONG had a design philosophy: jinba ittai, which translates to ‘horse and rider as one’. That’s why its new family hatchback, the 3, has a driver-centric interior design, with a sporty driving position, seats designed to maintain natural posture and a rotary dial, not a touchscreen, for operating the infotainment. The firm also puts enormous emphasis on design, and it’s walking a path of its own by going for simple lines and smooth surfaces – coated in special paint that produces strong contrasts in light – rather than the aggressive, sporty designs of many competitors. On the mechanical side, the 3 sits on new underpinnings designed to improve handling, ride and refinement and introduces not only mild hybrid engines but also a petrol unit that uses diesel technology to improve efficiency. Is all this enough to tempt people away from the likes of the Mercedes A-Class? Let’s see. 40 | June 2019 whatcar.com
Interior trim colours include black, red and ‘greige’; as well as physical air-con controls, the 3 retains analogue dials
MICHAEL DOCKER
Age 56 Job Software developer Drives Mazda CX-5
The 3 almost matches the A-Class at 4460mm long and 1435mm tall
“I generally see cars simply as things that get you from A to B, but the 3 is more appealing as an object; it’s clearly design-led. “I’m a fan of the tech features that come as standard – both the infotainment features and the active safety systems, such as the automatic emergency braking. “I like the software’s clarity of labelling and that the icons follow what we’re all used to on the web. It’s a very user-friendly interface and a step on from Mazda’s previous infotainment. “That’s enhanced by the fact
that controllers and buttons have been moved to places that are easier to reach for the driver. “I felt as if I were going down into the rear and banged my head on the way out, but I don’t see why the 3 couldn’t function as a family car, because I found plenty of room in all of the seats. “The driving position makes me feel more ‘locked in’ than I’m used to, which is neat, but I doubt I’d now be able to clamber across if I couldn’t get out of my door. “The introduction of mild hybrid tech is excellent, because it should enhance efficiency with no effort from the driver – even more so the Skyactiv-X engine.”
‘I felt as if I were going down into the rear but found plenty of room’
All of our readers liked the idea of mild hybrid tech and the new Skyactiv-X engine JOHN CLIFFORD
Age 68 Job Retired Drives Seat Leon “The new 3 looks much more ‘individual’ than the Ford Focus and its German rivals. It has no creases, yet it doesn’t look at all bland, partly because the light’s effect on the paint creates lines. “Also, it can be had in a high spec for a reasonable price, unlike rivals, which put many of their desirable features in option packs. “I’m a fan of adaptive cruise control, plus the 3 has traffic sign recognition, so it will warn you if you’re breaking the speed limit. Furthermore, having the head-up display on the windscreen, rather than a plastic panel, is far better.
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ADVICE SUZANNE CARR
Age 51 Job Quality assurance manager Drives Mazda CX-5
An 8.8in infotainment screen is standard; boot is smaller than A-Class’s, at 295 litres MATT STAMPS
Age 47 Job IT engineer Drives Citroën C4 Cactus “I need a new hatchback, but the Volkswagen Golf and new Ford Focus just aren’t very interesting; that’s why I’m keen on the new 3. “I’m not a fan of the trend for busy design, but the 3 is smooth. I like that the grille is big but not to a silly, Lexus-like extent, and the rear reminds me of a coupé. “I really like the 3’s driving environment, especially because Mazda has stuck to physical controls; having loads on a touchscreen is plain distracting. “Also, all of the materials used inside are top quality, so it feels
an upmarket product – definitely a step up from the previous 3. “I often have passengers in the rear, so I need lots of space. Head room is fine for me despite the sloping roofline – but not in the middle seat, yet I’m only 5ft 9in tall. It’s quite dark, too, due to the shape of the windows. “I do a lot of motorway miles but have never liked diesels, so the apparently super-economical Skyactiv-X compression ignition petrol engine is really exciting. “The adaptive cruise control sounds great, because it would take away some of the strain during long journeys. The same goes for lane-keeping assistance.”
‘I’ve never liked diesels, so the new Skyactiv-X engine really appeals’
“The 3 is beautifully styled, and its Soul Red paint is stunning. I love the front end, but I’d have to get used to the rounded rear. Partly for that reason, I’m keener on the new 3 Fastback saloon. “I’m very short, but the driving position is good for me; it can be adjusted so that I can reach the pedals without feeling too close to the wheel. It’s much better than most cars in that regard. “The infotainment system in my CX-5 has both a touchscreen and a rotary controller, but I invariably use the latter, so I’m
pleased to see it again in the 3; it’s easier to use as well as safer. “What’s more, the 3’s screen is bigger and far clearer. The menus are very easy to work out and the car’s manual is actually stored on the system, which is a great idea. “Plus, the parking cameras are higher definition, and I’m very impressed by the 360deg view. “The leather on the dashboard and the seats feels very nice. For that reason, plus the top build quality and the standard kit, this car is very good value for money. “A sporty feel is very important to me; the cocooned driver’s seat reminds me of the MX-5, and I’d hope the handling would match.”
‘The materials are very good, as is the build quality and standard kit’
The sporty driving position suited Suzanne, as did the build and material quality
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BEST CARS FOR THREE CHILD SEATS
Fitting three child seats into a car can be a challenge, so we’ve put 16 SUVs and MPVs to the test to find out which ones are most suitable Photography: Will Williams and Max Edleston Illustrations: Peter Liddiard 44 | June 2019 whatcar.com
Claire Evans Claire.Evans@haymarket.com
A RECENT SURVEY revealed that having three children was the most stressful number for parents to deal with. Having one or two children may be a life-changing experience, but adding a third to your family throws up a whole new set of challenges. Not only do most family tickets for days out and multi-packs of food come in multiples of four, but you’re also likely to find that your car is no longer big enough to transport the whole clan. Renault was one of the first car makers to acknowledge that not all families were the standard two parents and two children, when it launched the Espace MPV in 1984. However, the popularity of these boxy ‘multi-purpose vehicles’ – or people carriers – is waning, having been supplanted by SUVs in the affections of many families. Although most MPVs and many SUVs come with seven seats, not all are able to accommodate more than two child car seats in the second and third rows. While you might be able to use the front passenger seat in some cars, that’s not practical if a parent has to sit in the back, squashed between two child seats. It’s also dangerous for a child in a rearward-facing seat to use the front seat unless the airbag is deactivated, and that’s not always easy to do. The rear seats are generally considered the safest place for children to sit in cars. To help parents pick the most suitable cars for larger families, we got together the best contenders in three classes – large SUVs, luxury SUVs and MPVs – and tried fitting three child seats into their second and third rows (but not the front, for the reasons outlined above). We’ve also included a category for electric vehicles, even though there’s currently only one with more than five seats: the Tesla Model X. We chose an infant carrier, a seat suitable for a toddler and one for an older child. The two larger seats can be secured only by Isofix mounts, while the Group 0+ infant seat can be used with an Isofix base or a seatbelt. Our results are based on our own physical tests and also on Euro NCAP safety tests, which state whether it is permissible to use a child seat in each seat position. This information can also be found in car owner manuals.
The child car seats we used Maxi Cosi CabrioFix Price £119.99 Group 0+ Child weight 0-13kg (approx birth to 12 months) Seat width 44.5cm Maxi Cosi AxissFix Plus Price £395 Group i-Size Child height 67-105cm (approx birth to four years) Seat width 44.5cm Halfords 123 Isofix Price £120 Group 123 Child weight 9-36kg (approx nine months to 12 years) Seat width 44cm whatcar.com June 2019 | 45
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Large SUVs CITROEN C5 AIRCROSS
HONDA CR-V
Tesla
Tesla
Tesla
The C5 Aircross uses the same platform as the Peugeot 5008, but it can’t be had with seven seats, limiting its practicality. Audi Q7 Audi Q7 It has Isofix mounts for the two outer rear Audi Q7 seats, plus two top tether points for these, and no underfloor storage compartments, so seats with support legs can be used. The three rear seats all slide back and Audi Q7 forwards independently. Although we could BMW X5 BMW X5 have squeezed all three child seats in the BMW X5 second row with the infant carrier secured using a seatbelt, the use of a child seat in Tesla that position isn’t allowed, so we could fit BMW X5 only two in the C5’s rear seats.
Tesla
Tesla
Tesla Aircross
Aircross
Aircross
These cars have replaced MPVs as the family favourite, but how well do they cope with three children? Aircross
Honda CR-V
Land Rover Discovery
Honda CR-V
Honda CR-V Hyundai Santa Fe
Land Rover Discovery Volvo XC90
Hyundai Santa Fe
Isofix seat
Isofix seat
Isofix seat seatbelt Isofi x secured seat seat
seatbelt secured seat Seatbelt-secured
Hyundai Santa Fe secured seatbelt seat Other seatbelt-secured
seat seats might fit
seat not allowed Kia Sorento
Kia Sorento Isofix seat
KIA SORENTO seatbelt secured seat Kia Sorento Mazda CX-5
Aircross
Aircross
Aircross
Honda CR-V
Ford Galaxy Ford Galaxy
MAZDA CX-5
Seat Alhambra Seat Alhambra
Mazda CX-5
Seat Alhambra Peugeot 5008
Peugeot 5008
BMW X5
Hyundai Santa
Ford Galaxy
PEUGEOT 5008
Ford Galaxy Mazda CX-5
Honda CR-V
Aircross Honda CR-V
Volvo XC90
Mazda CX-5
Peugeot 5008
Volvo XC90
Volvo XC90
Hyundai Santa Fe
Kia Sorento Child
be ordered with seven seats, and the two rearmost pews are easy to pull up out of the boot floor using straps. However, there are no Isofix mounts for these seats, and it’s not permitted to use child seats in the third row or the centre middle-row seat. There are two Isofix mounts in the second Teslarow, and we fitted two of our seats into these with ease. Although older children or adults could use the third row, they’d have to be pretty Aircross Audi need Q7 athletic to get there, because they’d to climb over the flattened middle-row seat.
Land Rover Discovery
Honda CR-V
Key:
Land Rover Discovery
TeslaUnlike its predecessor, the latest CR-V can
Seat Alhambra
Honda CR-V
Honda CR-V Vauxhall Combo Life
Hyundai Santa Fe
BEST Iso LARGE SUV FOR THREE CHILD CAR sea SEATSHyundai Santa
Kia Sorento Iso Land Rover Discovery
Vauxhall Combo Life
Vauxhall Combo Life
As with the Santa Fe, the Sorento has two The CX-5 is similar in size to the Honda good-sized seats in the third row. There are CR-V and Skoda Kodiaq, but it’s offered with no Isofi x points back there, though, and Vauxhall Combofive Life seats only and a child seat can’t be Peugeot 5008 Skoda Kodiaq Scout Skoda Kodiaq Scout Touran only seatbelt-secured seats for toddlers Volkswagen Touran used Volkswagen in the centre of the rear bench. Skoda Kodiaq Scout Volkswagen TouranIt has Isofix mounts and top tether points and older children can be used there. Access is good because the middle row for the outer rear seats and no underfloor splits and folds 60/40 and slides forwards. storage bins, so the Maxi Cosi AxissFix could Our two larger seats fitted well into the Volkswagen Touran also be used with its support leg. The seats Skoda Kodiaq Scout Hyundai Santa Fe and forwards like the outer second row using the Isofix mounts don’t slide back and top tether points. Although a child seat Kodiaq’s and Peugeot 5008’s, though. can’t be used in the central pew in the Euro NCAP says it’s permissible to use the middle row, rear leg room is good enough seatbelt-secured version of the Maxi Cosi for a seat to be used in the third row with CabrioFix Isofix infant seat seat in the front passenger another in front of it. position, but not our two larger seats.
The 5008 may look like an SUV, but its seat to an MPV. It has three interior isIsofix more akin separate seats in the second row that recline, fold and slide; eachseat has Isofix seatbelt secured mounts and top tether points, making it Hyundai Santa Fe easy for us to install all three of our child seats there. If you use the infant carrier without its Isofix base, though, it is too wide Volvo XC90 Kia Sorento to fit between the other two seats. The third-row Isofix seats seat have top tether points but not Isofix mounts, so they can be used only with seatbelt-secured child seats. Leg seatbelt secured seat room is limited if you try to install a seat in the third row and another in front of it.
seatbelt secured seat
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Kia Sorento Mazda CX-5
Mazda CX-5
Kia Sorento Kia Sorento
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Mazda CX-5
Mazda CX-5 Mazda CX-5
Peugeot 5008
Ford Galaxy Peugeot 5008
Peugeot 5008
Skoda Kodiaq S Seat Alhambra
Tesla
Audi Q7
Best cars for three child seats
Tesla
Audi Q7
Electric car
HYUNDAI SANTA FE
TESLA MODEL X
Aircross
CAR FOR THREE CHILD SEATS
Aircross Seven seats are standard on Hyundai’s biggest SUV, and the two rearmost ones are bigger than most and easy to pull out of the floor. Access is good, because the second-row seats fold electrically and slide far enough forward for passengers to climb in behind them without difficulty. However, child seats cannot be used in the Santa Fe’s third row or in the middle of the second row, so we could only transport two of our children unless we opted to utilise the front passenger seat. Both outer second-row seats have Isofix mounts and top tether points.
BMW X5
Honda CR-V
Honda CR-V Hyundai Santa Fe
The future is electric, Isofix seat but there is currently seatbeltbatterysecured seat only one Hyundai Santa Fe powered car that can take more than Kia Sorento Isofix seat two child car seats SKODA KODIAQ
The Model X can be configured with five, six or seven seats. The most practical Landoption Rover Discovery for larger families is six seats, because children can walk between the second row to get to the rearmost seats. All four rear seats have Isofix mounts and the second-row chairs recline and slide forwards, so there’s enough room to fit one seat behind another. We were able to fit Land Rover Discovery the Halfords seat and the Maxi Cosi AxissFix in the third row and could secure the latter with either the top tether point or the Volvo XC90 support foot. Squeezing bulky seats back there was a struggle, though.
Volvo XC90 Tesla
Ford Galaxy
seatbelt secured seat
New innovations Child monitoring apps There are baby monitoring mirrors, like
Kia Sorento the one pictured in the main image for
The Kodiaq is Skoda’s first large SUV and its first to be offered with seven seats. Although it has three Isofix mounts in the middle row, it wasn’t wide enough for all three of our seats. However, if you can find narrower seats for the outer positions, it might be possible to fit three across the row, with the infant carrier in the middle. The rearmost seats are small and don’t have Isofix points,while Euro NCAP says they can’t be used for seatbelt-secured seats. The second-row seats fold, slide and recline, but they don’t go far enough forwards to give great access to the back.
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ELECTRIC BMW X5
our feature, and also baby monitoring cameras. However, the latter could be too Mazda CX-5 for a driver, so we prefer apps distracting that only disturb you if there’s a problem. German child seat maker Cybex has introduced a monitoring system that lets parents know if there’s a problem with their child or their car seat during journeys. The SensorSafe system is standard on Cybex’s Platinum and Gold ranges of i-Size seats. Mazda ItCX-5 consists of a clip that is attached to the harness and sends an alert to the parent’s mobile phone via an app if the child5008 has slipped out of the seat’s harness, Peugeot lets you know if the temperature in the car is too hot or cold for the child and alerts you when the child has been in the car seat for two hours, reminding you to take a break from your journey. The alerts are sent via Bluetooth on an Android and Apple-compatible app, which also 5008 contains seat installation videos, Peugeot answers to frequently asked questions and other information. Skoda Kodiaq Scout The Cybex Sirona Z i-Size car seat with SensorSafe technology costs £310. If you don’t want to change your child’s car seat, there are standalone monitoring straps, including the Car Seat Guardian
Skoda Kodiaq Scout
Bluebeep, which also attaches to the Aircross Galaxy harness of a Group 1 child seat. ItFord sends information to the parent’s smartphone about whether the child is safely strapped in or has got out of the harness. ItSeat alsoAlhambra sends a reminder if you’ve left the child alone in the car.
Honda CR-V Seat Alhambra
Vauxhall Combo Life
Hyundai Santa Vauxhall Combo Life Sensor on the harness Volkswagen Touran can send alerts to a parent’s phone
Isofi
seat
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Volkswagen Touran
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BMW X5
Honda CR-V
Land Rover Dis
MPVs FORD GALAXY
SEAT ALHAMBRA
Hyundai Santa Fe
Honda CR-V
BEST LARGE MPV FOR THREE CHILD SEATS
Land Rover Discovery
Volvo XC90
Isofix seat
Hyundai Santa Fe
Isofix seat
A stalwart of MPVs, the Galaxy has seven The Alhambra is even more practical than separate seats with sizeable gaps between the Galaxy, with seven full-size seats with seatbelt secured those in the second and third rows, makingseat Isofix mounts and top tether points on the it easy to fit and remove child car seats. rear five. We were easily able to fit all three With three Isofix points in the second row, child seats onto the second row and had we managed to fit all three of our seats enough leg room to put one seat in front Volvo XC90 in the second and third rows. in with ease. The sliding seats give good of another Kia Sorento access to the rear. Although there are no The sliding side doors provide great Isofix mounts in the back, seatbelt-secured access to the second row, and the outer seats can be used, and there’s room to fit seats can be tipped forwards into the one seat behind another. There are also footwell, so there’s plenty of space to get top tether points for all five rear seats. children and seats into the third row.
They may notseatbelt be secured all seat that popular any more, but MPVs are still the Kia Sorento most practical option for transporting lots of passengers in comfort
Mazda CX-5
Ford Galaxy
Ford Galaxy
Seat Alhambra
Luxury SUVs Mazda CX-5
Peugeot 5008
Skoda Kodiaq Scout
Despite their high prices, the biggest, plushest TeslaSUVs aren’t necessarily good at accommodating larger families
AUDI Q7
Peugeot 5008
BEST LUXURY SUV FOR THREE CHILD SEATS
The Q7 is the roomiest luxury SUV in our Skoda Kodiaq Scout test. It has seven seats and Isofix mounts for all five of those in the rear. The second row was wide enough to take all three of our seats, so we could choose between putting all three children there or giving them more Teslaone or two in the third row. space by sitting The second-row seats fold and slide and even flip over into the footwells to give great access to the third row; we got our two larger seats back there without a struggle. Electric seat adjustment helped, too.
Aircross
BMW X5
Seat Alhambra
Although the X5 isn’t quite as spacious
Vauxhall Combo Life as the Q7, this seven-seat version also has great access to its third row via a button that electrically moves 60% of the second row up and over towards the footwell. There are only two Isofix mounts in the second row and none in the third, so you’re limited to using seatbelt-secured seats at the back. We couldn’t fit all three child seats onto the second row, and although the infant carrier can be used in the third row, it was Touran too deep to lie flat enough to fit. Volkswagen
Vauxhall Comb
Volkswagen Tou
Audi Q7
Audi Q7
BMW X5
BMW X5
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VAUXHALL COMBO LIFE XL
VOLKSWAGEN TOURAN
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Best cars for three child seats Ford Galaxy
Volvo XC90
Kia Sorento
Mazda CX-5
SAYS BEST SMALL MPV FOR THREE CHILD SEATS
Ford Galaxy
This MPV has five separate rear seats and plenty of room for people. Each middle-row seat has Isofix mounts and could take all of our child seats. However, Euro NCAP says child seats can’t be used in the third row. Although the second-row seats slide, they don’t fold up as well as other MPVs’, so it’s Peugeot 5008row via the boot. easier to access the third The sliding doors need a bit of force, but they give great access to the second row. All of the above also applies to the supersimilar Citroën Berlingo and Peugeot Rifter.
Skoda Kodiaq Scout
The Touran has a Tardis-like ability to accommodate passengers and their clutter. All five of its individual rear seats have Isofix mounts and top tether points and we were able to fit our three child seats into every one of them. The second row was wide enough for all three seats Seat Alhambra and there was also enough leg room to fit seats behind each other if required. The Touran’s second-row seats slide forwards and flip upwards, leaving enough space to get to the third row.
Vauxhall Combo Life
Tesla
LAND ROVER DISCOVERY
VOLVO XC90 Volkswagen Touran
Audi Q7
Aircross
One of the most accommodating vehicles for larger families, the Discovery is a sevenseater with Isofix mounts and top tether points on four of the five rear seats. There’s plenty of leg room in both rows and the second row splits 60/40 and slides forwards, giving good access to the rearmost seats. CR-V Although Honda we could fit all three child seats into the second row, we had to secure the infant carrier with a seatbelt rather than its Isofix base and it was a tight squeeze to reach the seatbelt button.
Hyundai Santa Fe
The XC90 isn’t the most practical for large families, with no Isofix points in the third row. Although the outer second-row seats flip and slide forwards, providing good access for children, the centre one doesn’t move, making it difficult to get a child seat into rowX5 three. And while you can use the infant BMW carrier in the third row, we found there wasn’t enough leg room to fit another seat in front of it. We did manage to fit all three seats onto second row using the seatbelt to secure the infant carrier, though.
Land Rover Discovery
Size doesn’t necessarily matter when it comes to a car’s ability to accommodate more than two child seats. We were able to fit three child seats into only Seat Alhambra two of our large SUVs: the Kia Sorento and Peugeot 5008. We can forgive the Citroën C5 Aircross and Mazda CX-5, because they have only five seats, but others, including the new Honda CR-V and Skoda Kodiaq, proved disappointing. The luxury SUVs fared better, Vauxhall Life Q7 and Land withCombo the Audi Rover Discovery easily able to fit in three or more child seats. But the BMW X5 and Volvo XC90 weren’t long enough for us to fit one seat behind another in the second and third rows. The electric Tesla Model X acquitted itself very well, though. Volkswagen Touran Combo Life was The Vauxhall the biggest letdown. Although its second row is usefully wide and roomy, child seats can’t be used in the third row, making it Audi no Q7 use for young children. It’s important to remember that our test is only one scenario, though; narrower or smaller seats might fit better into these cars, and it’s vital for parents to check that child seats are allowed to be used in the second and third rows BMWof X5any potential purchase and to physically try out the seats before buying a car.
Land Rover Discovery
Volvo XC90
Isofix seat seatbelt secured seat Volvo XC90
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How to spec your Citroën Berlingo
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1 SUVs MAY BE all the rage these days, but humble MPVs can still make a lot of sense for large families. And it’s the latest Citroën Berlingo that currently holds our MPV of the Year trophy. The Peugeot Rifter and Vauxhall Combo Life are similar, but the Berlingo is slightly better to drive and has a nicer interior. Add in that it’s also extremely practical and it could prove tempting. So, here’s how to get the most out of our favourite version, the Feel, which already comes with an 8.0in infotainment touchscreen, cruise control and air conditioning.
Best buy Citroën Berlingo Puretech 110 Feel M List price £19,650 Target Price £17,590 Options we’d add Metallic paint (£545), rear parking sensors (£200), Family Pack (£100), driver’s seat armrest (£164), luggage compartment tray (£61) Cost of options £1070 50 | June 2019 whatcar.com
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3 1 Grip Control adds a dial through which you can select modes that provide the front wheels with extra traction on various surfaces. It’s pricey, though, at £650, and most owners will rarely need it.
2 The infotainment system can’t be upgraded. Thankfully, then, it has Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, DAB radio and Bluetooth, but you’ll need to go for £2000 pricier Flair trim to get built-in sat-nav.
3 You can order anchored floor mats that are carpeted (£63) or, for easier cleaning, rubber (£58). However, you can’t have leather seats – just cloth, in one of two colour combinations.
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for free, but we would recommend upgrading to one of the three metallic finishes. Each will cost you £545 but adds value to the car, meaning you should get back a larger chunk of change when the time to sell comes.
the woods and start loading your muddy footwear into the boot; that means you’ve got some cleaning to do later, right? Not if you opt for the luggage compartment (£61), which protects the boot floor from grime.
f all (five or seven)
I seats are filled, you might want to keep an eye on what’s going on behind you. The Family Pack (£100) includes a small mirror so that you can do just that, as well as window blinds for the rear side windows so the kids can get some shade.
ong journeys will be
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comfortable with an armrest attached to the driver’s seat. As well as giving you somewhere to place your left elbow, it includes a handy extra storage space for some odds and ends. We’d say that’s £164 well spent. whatcar.com June 2019 | 51
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HOW RELIABLE ARE OLDER CARS? Using your data, we reveal the used models that are proving the most and least dependable
Claire Evans Claire.Evans@haymarket.com
FAR MORE USED cars are sold in the UK than new ones – around eight million per year, in fact, compared with two million. If you purchase a newer used car, it will have some of its original manufacturer’s warranty remaining. But once this has expired, you’re likely to have to foot the bill for fixing a fault. That’s why you need to choose an older used car carefully. If you find an example that has had just one careful owner or been part of a pampered corporate fleet and has a full service history, there’s a good chance that you won’t be presented with any nasty surprises. However, no matter how discerning you are, some makes and models are much more prone to problems than others. Fortunately, then, the What Car? Reliability Survey can help you sort the good apples from the lemons. Using the data from some 18,000 British motorists who filled out the survey in 2018, we’ve compiled results for used cars between four and 10 years old. Those with more faults and costly repair bills are rated lower than the ones that provide problem-free motoring. Here, we reveal the top 10 most reliable older models, as well as those that are best avoided.
The 10 most reliable older cars
1. Toyota Yaris 2011-present What Car? reliability rating: 99.1%
2. Lexus CT 2011-present What Car? reliability rating: 98.8%
3. Audi Q3 diesel 2011-2018 What Car? reliability rating: 96.5%
Only 9% of Yaris owners reported a fault, and non-engine electrical systems were the only area affected. Every car could still be driven and was fixed in a day or less, with the work done free of charge.
Only 5% of CT owners reported a fault on their car, and the only areas concerned were non-engine electrics and sat-nav. All cars remained driveable and were fixed the same day at no cost to their owners.
Just under 9% of diesel Q3s went wrong, compared with 33% of petrols. The brakes and non-engine electrics were the main causes. All cars remained driveable, but the repair bills ranged from £101 to £500. 6. Lexus RX 2009-2016 What Car? reliability rating: 95.4% 11% were faulty; all remained driveable. 7. Honda Civic diesel 2012-2017 What Car? reliability rating: 95.0% Small problems hit a quarter of models.
4. Mitsubishi ASX 2010-present What Car? reliability rating: 96.3%
5. Seat Leon 2013-present What Car? reliability rating: 95.9%
Only 10% of ASX owners reported a fault; the battery and gearbox were the main troublemakers. Half of cars were fixed the same day, but some were laid up for more than a week and cost up to £300 to fix.
Just over 13% of Leons suffered a problem, split evenly between the petrol engines, lights, body, non-engine electrics, sat-nav and steering.Two-thirds of cars were put right for free, but some cost up to £750.
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8. Honda CR-V 2012-2018 What Car? reliability rating: 94.6% 25% had issues, but mostly minor ones. 9. Honda Jazz 2008-2015 What Car? reliability rating: 94.2% Just 9% went wrong; fixes cost £101-£500. 10. Volkswagen Touareg 2010-2018 What Car? reliability rating: 94.1% 19% played up; 75% remained driveable.
Most and least reliable older cars
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‘Some 18,000 British motorists gave data on their cars for our 2018 Reliability Survey’
31% had a fault 10% of faults
7866 owners told us their older cars collectively suffered 4160 problems
Suspension was the most common trouble area, accounting for 414 of the 4160 faults
The 10 least reliable older cars
22% fixed for free Even though most cars were out of warranty, many brands paid to remedy issues
1. BMW 1 Series 2004-2011 What Car? reliability rating: 40.1%
2. Ford Kuga 2008-2012 What Car? reliability rating: 44.2%
3. Nissan Qashqai 2007-2013 What Car? reliability rating: 55.4%
A shocking 58% of 1 Series suffered a fault, with the battery and engine the primary culprits, followed by the brakes, electrics, exhaust and suspension. Some were fixed for free, but others cost from £50 to £1500.
Some 55% of Kugas went wrong, with the most common gremlin the exhaust (23%), ahead of the battery, electrics, gearbox and suspension. Two-thirds were driveable, but repair costs ranged from £51-£1500.
Around 22% of Qashqais played up, with diesels having a wider range of problems. The most common were with the battery, brakes, exhaust and wheels. Half became undriveable; bills ranged from £50-£1500. 6. Ford Focus 2004-2010 What Car? reliability rating: 59.0% 75% of the 45% afflicted could be driven. 7. Volkswagen Passat diesel 2005-2015 What Car? reliability rating: 59.9% 57% faced strife, with bills of up to £1000.
=4. Vauxhall Astra 2004-2009 What Car? reliability rating: 58.3%
=4. Vauxhall Insignia 2008-2017 What Car? reliability rating: 58.3%
Nearly half (47%) of Astras had a problem, with engine electrics the biggest concern, followed by the engine and brakes. Most cars could still be driven, but repair bills ranged from £50 to more than £1500.
While 37% had a fault, 22% of these were engine-related. The exhaust, suspension, air-con, brakes, non-engine electrics, body and battery played up, too. Half could be driven; bills varied from £50 to £1500.
8. Land Rover Discovery 2004-2017 What Car? reliability rating: 60.3% Around 37% presented serious problems. 9. BMW 5 Series 2003-2010 What Car? reliability rating: 60.8% 47% faulty; mainly engine or suspension. 10. Renault Clio 2005-2012 What Car? reliability rating: 62.6% 52% problematic; half forced off the road. whatcar.com June 2019 | 53
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#AskWhatCar CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 City car
Claire Evans Claire.Evans@haymarket.com
The Kia Picanto is narrower than the Fiesta yet still practical
In search of a narrow Fiesta replacement I’m after a small, narrow five-door car with a manual gearbox for town and motorway driving that won’t make me compromise on comfort, practicality or driving enjoyment. We often travel from Hertfordshire to Devon and need enough room for four adults to sit comfortably, plus enough boot space for weekend bags and a bit of shopping. My current car is a Ford Fiesta, which is 1735mm wide. It’s excellent in many ways, but our weekend home in Devon is on a street with width clearance of just 1980mm, and my Fiesta touches the foliage on both sides. I love the Fiesta, but I’d like a car that’s slightly narrower, with a bit more oomph and better fuel economy. It currently costs me £60£65 in petrol for a round trip, and the Fiesta’s 1.0-litre engine doesn’t cope that well with hills when the car is fully loaded. I’m considering a Smart Forfour, because it’s narrower than most other cars, but I also like the look of SUVs and would consider one of these, because they should give back seat passengers more shoulder and head room. One option is the new Suzuki Jimny, which is compact yet relatively spacious inside and surprisingly narrow (1600mm). However, it has had a number of poor reviews, including a two-star verdict from What Car?. So, I’d be grateful if you could suggest any alternatives. Susan Wells
WHAT CAR? SAYS… Our 2019 City Car of the Year, the Kia Picanto, should suit your needs. Although it’s small, it has five doors and is fun to drive. We would recommend the 1.25-litre petrol engine, which 54 | June 2019 whatcar.com
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is strong enough to cope easily with motorway driving and averaged 47.9mpg in our True MPG tests. This means it should cost about £46 to do your round trip from Hertfordshire to Devon. Even better, if you pick any trim level other than X-Line and X-Line S, the Picanto is just 1595mm wide. Our preferred 3 trim provides electrically folding door mirrors for those really narrow roads, as well as cruise control to make motorway driving that bit less strenuous. If you’d prefer an SUV, we suggest you look past the Jimny, because its performance, ride and refinement aren’t suited to motorway driving. However, Suzuki’s smaller Ignis would be an excellent choice. It’s only a tad wider than the Picanto, at 1660mm, yet it’s roomier and even leaner on fuel. If you need five seats, entry-level SZ3 trim is best; the other two come with only two rear chairs. To top it all off, the Ignis has a bigger boot than most city cars. The regular petrol model averaged 50.9mpg in our True MPG tests, so your Devon drive would cost just £43. If your budget is higher, the 1.2 SHVS SZ5 mild hybrid is worth considering, because it’s even better on fuel; in fact, it’s the most frugal car we’ve tested to date, managing 59.6mpg. Its What Car? Target Price is £12,867 – £1495 more than that of the 1.2 Dualjet SZ-T.
‘The Suzuki Ignis SUV is just 1660mm wide, relatively roomy and capable of 59.6mpg’
Can I reject a faulty new car? I bought a car 18 days ago, and on my 14th day of ownership, the clutch failed. I informed the company I’d bought the car from and arranged for the car to be taken back to it. Two days later, the dealer told me it couldn’t start working on the car for another five days, because it had a backlog of cars to work on. It did offer a courtesy car but told me I would have to pick it up, which I couldn’t. So, I decided that I’d rather reject the car under the Consumer Rights Act and get my money back. When I stated this, the dealer’s staff became aggressive and threatened to take me to court. They insisted that I keep the car, saying I would be stupid to reject it and they would deduct mileage costs from the sale and some money for bumper protectors I’d had fitted to the car. I understand they are frustrated, but I have purchased a car with a significant fault and don’t feel confident about driving it any more. I think it’s unacceptable that the car’s clutch failed two weeks after it had been given a full service and passed its MOT test. Do I have the right to reject this car? Alexia Ohene
WHAT CAR? SAYS… You have the right to reject the car under the Consumer Rights Act 2015 and receive a full refund in the first 30 days after buying it if it’s of unsatisfactory quality. That it’s suffered the failure of a major component so soon after you bought it should be sufficient evidence of this. The trader isn’t legally allowed to charge you for mileage done in the first 30 days, and as long as the bumper protectors can be removed and haven’t caused any damage to the bodywork, they can’t charge for these, either. The proper way to reject the car is to write a letter stating why you’re rejecting it and that you have the right to a full refund under the relevant law. Give this to the dealer, along with the car’s keys and any associated paperwork. If your rejection isn’t accepted, report the dealer to your local Trading Standards office and The Motor Ombudsman. In the unlikely event these efforts fail, you can start Small Claims Court proceedings against the dealer.
Road tax benefit of pre-April 2017 cars
£310 per year in road tax from years two through six. Along with the standard flat rate of £140, this equates to £450 per year. I’m about to buy a used MercedesThese bills respectively went up by £5 and Benz E-Class Estate, but I’ve read in £10 on 1 April 2019, when road tax became What Car?’s used review of this car that linked to inflation via the Retail Price Index. models registered before 1 April 2017 E-Class Estates registered before 1 April qualify for a lower rate of road tax. 2017 attract a varying amount of road tax What is the difference in cost between depending on their efficiency. The E220 cars registered before and after that Bluetec diesel emits 109g/km of CO2, so date? Also, how can I tell exactly when road tax is just £20 per year. LUXURY LIMIT a car I’m looking at was registered? The more powerful E350 Any new car costing I’m allergic to paying too much tax! Bluetec diesel emits more than £40,000 – Mark-Anthony Conti that’s the list price 143g/km, so it costs before discounts, plus £155 per year, while the WHAT CAR? SAYS… any options – is hit by a road tax surcharge E200 petrol costs £195. The rules on the cost of road tax (VED) for five years. It’s easy to check when changed from 1 April 2017, when the CO2 any car was first registered; emissions-based system was replaced by a the information can be found on page flat rate, along with a luxury car surcharge. two of its V5 registration document or So, from that date, all cars with a new list online at vehicleenquiry.service.gov.uk. price of more than £40,000 (this includes all E-Class Estates except those in the most basic trim level) have had to pay an extra
USEFUL CONTACTS WHO CAN HELP Check if a vehicle has been recalled gov.uk/checkvehicle-recall
New car, service, repair and warranty issues themotorombudsman.org
Citizens Advice Bureau citizensadvice.org.uk
Check a car has a valid MOT test certificate gov.uk/check-mot-status
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Should we buy an extended warranty? My daughter bought a new Ford Fiesta 1.0 Zetec nearly three years ago. So far, the car has covered around 12,500 miles. We are thinking about buying the Ford Protect Gold extended warranty before the original runs out. One year of cover costs £299, two years £499 and three years £699. Do you think the Fiesta is reliable? And would you say it’s a good idea to buy the extra warranty? Martin Wakely
WHAT CAR? SAYS… Ford’s extended warranty isn’t too expensive; it works out at £20-£25 per month, depending on how many years’ cover you buy. However, our
2018 data gives the petrol Fiesta a dependability rating of 96%, so it might not be worth the expense. And while 19% of cars surveyed had developed a fault in the previous 12 months, the most common faults concerned non-engine electrical systems, such as the infotainment system, sat-nav and air conditioning. Despite this, Protect Gold doesn’t
Trading Standards
provide comprehensive cover for the Fiesta’s infotainment and gives no cover at all for the sat-nav. In fact, most new car warranties don’t cover infotainment systems, because they’re prone to problems and expensive to fix or replace. But if you want peace of mind, Protect Gold isn’t a huge expense, and unlike some aftermarket policies, it covers some major wear-and-tear items, such as the clutch, although there will be conditions regarding the cover. That said, do check how Ford’s compares for cost and coverage with any you can find on the aftermarket, because some could well be cheaper and cover more components.
nationaltrading standards.co.uk
Financial Conduct Authority fca.org.uk
Check car crash safety ratings euroncap.com
Motability motability.co.uk
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COMPARISON
IF THERE WERE ever doubts that Land Rover’s decision to produce the original Range Rover Evoque was primarily to woo styleconscious fashionistas, rather than provide for its traditional country set clientele, the Special Edition of 2012, featuring an interior designed by Victoria Beckham, dispelled them quicker than a crowd at a Metallica concert being played Spice Girls hits. But the philosophy worked; the Evoque sold like copies of Wannabe (to keep the Spice Girls analogies going). And traditional buyers weren’t simply forgotten about, because even though it wore a suit as sharp as Sheffield’s 56 | June 2019 whatcar.com
finest scissors, it could still roll up its trouser legs and wade through the mud with the enthusiasm of an eight-year-old. That explains why, despite being nearly all-new, this latest Evoque isn’t all that easy to tell apart from the original; why mess with a winning formula? But much has changed underneath, from its new, efficiency-improving 48-volt mild hybrid technology to an even smarter interior replete with an infotainment suite lifted from the pricier Range Rover Velar. It will go up against an entirely new entry at the premium end of the family SUV sector from Lexus. The UX may share its
underpinnings with the cheaper Toyota C-HR, but don’t let that put you off; that car is good to drive. The fact that the UX is a full hybrid can make it highly efficient, too; in an increasingly anti-diesel world, that’s an alluring quality. Of course, both will have to beat our current family SUV champion and former overall Car of the Year, the Volvo XC40. The XC40 has proved particularly adept at seeing off challengers with a package that isn’t the absolute best in every area but is strong enough in those that are highly sought after in this market – most notably practicality, ride comfort and safety.
DRIVING Performance, ride, handling, refinement
Who would have thought it? Given that the XC40 and UX make speed in such dissimilar ways (the former has a straightforward 2.0-litre diesel engine to the latter’s combination of a 2.0-litre petrol engine and an electric motor), both are surprisingly well matched when you put your foot down. The UX is a little slower to get a move on at first, but once it’s rolling, it just has the legs to pull ahead of its Swedish rival. While the Evoque uses its mild hybrid technology to improve
An Evoque of genius? The baby Range Rover has been renewed with a view to beating the brilliant Volvo XC40. And both are under threat from the all-new Lexus UX hybrid Photography: John Bradshaw
reponsiveness at low engine revs, its 2.0-litre diesel engine’s power deficit remains too much. And it’s not just the stopwatch that highlights this; attempt an overtake and you soon realise that it lacks the zip of the others. It’s perfectly adequate, though, and cruises happily on the motorway. The mild hybridisation has also helped to rid the Evoque of an old Land Rover foible: a rickety stopstart system. Instead of the engine thundering into and out of action with a mechanical thrash and a jolt, à la the original Evoque, the new car is so much more restful in traffic. It kicks in and out as smoothly as the XC40 and is
THE CONTENDERS NEW
NEW
Lexus UX 250h Premium Plus/Tech & Sound
Range Rover Evoque D180 S
Volvo XC40 D4 AWD R-Design Pro
List price £36,005 Target Price £36,005 Another striking-looking Lexus SUV with petrol-electric power instead of diesel.
List price £39,015 Target Price £39,015 This all-new Evoque’s engine has mild hybrid technology to boost efficiency.
List price £38,235 Target Price £36,753 Our long-standing favourite family SUV is about to face its toughest challenge. whatcar.com June 2019 | 57
COMPARISON even quieter as it does so. Then again, neither engine fires or falls silent as seamlessly as the UX’s. The UX also has the quietest engine when on the move; being petrol powered, it’s naturally more hushed than the diesels. And when it’s dropped in favour of the battery and motor alone (something it can do for extensive periods in town), you hear nothing from under the bonnet. For a diesel, the Evoque’s engine is very impressive; you can hear it but generally only as a background rumble. This leaves the XC40’s engine as the noisiest. The Evoque is also much, much quieter than either of its rivals at motorway speeds. Yes, there’s a bit of wind flutter, but the comparative lack of road noise makes it the most peaceful. The XC40 is a little better for wind noise, but the loud tyre rumble you hear across any coarse surface spoils the cruising experience. Then again, the UX is the worst for both wind noise and road roar. However, there is a fly in the Evoque’s otherwise calming ointment: its standard ninespeed automatic gearbox, which is quite reluctant to change into lower gears – a trait dialled in deliberately to reduce emissions. So, too, is the stop-start system’s predilection for killing the engine when your speed drops to around 10mph, with the assumption that you’re about to come to a halt; if the road ahead clears and you hit the accelerator, the engine starts slickly but the gearbox engages drive with an annoying jolt. The XC40’s eight-speed auto isn’t razor-sharp to change down either, but it’s smoother and more reactive than the Evoque’s. The UX’s CVT auto is responsive and naturally free of jolts, but it makes the engine revs flare excessively when you accelerate. The XC40’s floatier suspension softens the edges of potholes slightly better than the Evoque’s when you’re pottering around town. But you have to put up with more consistent side-to-side sway than there is in the Evoque, which still rocks your head gently from left to right, but less often. Both cars ride in a smooth, composed manner on the motorway on their standard-sized wheels, although it’s worth noting that the Evoque does become a bit fidgety if you upgrade to the 20in alloys. In short, these are two of the most comfortable SUVs in this price bracket; just be aware that a similar-priced executive saloon, such as the Audi A4, will be even smoother and more composed. The UX is much squatter than the others; it’s nearer the height 58 | June 2019 whatcar.com
LEXUS UX
PERFORMANCE Weather conditions Dry
0-60mph 8.6sec
Top speed 110mph
Acceleration 30-70mph in kickdown 8.0sec 30-50mph in kickdown 3.2sec UX has the least front grip and front-wheel drive corrupts its steering out of corners Noise at 30mph 64.0dB
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Noise at 70mph 69.5dB
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Turning circle 11.2m
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE
50-70mph in kickdown 4.8sec Braking 30-0mph 8.8m 70-0mph 47.4m
PERFORMANCE
0-60mph 9.5sec
Top speed 127mph
Acceleration 30-70mph in kickdown 9.7sec 30-50mph in kickdown 3.7sec Evoque leans more than the UX; its steering isn’t as naturally weighted as the XC40’s Noise at 30mph 62.6dB
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Noise at 70mph 68.7dB
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Turning circle 11.9m
VOLVO XC40
50-70mph in kickdown 6.0sec Braking 30-0mph 9.1m 70-0mph 47.9m
PERFORMANCE
0-60mph 8.5sec
Acceleration 30-70mph in kickdown 8.6sec 30-50mph in kickdown 3.4sec XC40 matches the Evoque’s wet-weather traction but also its body roll during turns Noise at 30mph 64.6dB
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Noise at 70mph 69.2dB
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Turning circle 11.8m
50-70mph in kickdown 5.2sec Braking 30-0mph 8.3m 70-0mph 46.5m
Top speed 130mph
Lexus UX vs Range Rover Evoque vs Volvo XC40
‘The UX rocks from side to side the least, but it’s fidgety at motorway speeds’
‘The Evoque rides really comfortably by class standards on 18in wheels’
‘The floatier XC40 softens potholes slightly better than the Evoque’
of a regular hatchback than most SUVs, so it rocks about the least. However, it’s fidgety at higher speeds and is the most abrupt over sharp ridges, both around town and on the motorway. All three cars are effortlessly light to steer in town, but we wouldn’t recommend any of them if you have a penchant for nimble handling. However, if all you need is something that’s surefooted and undemanding to drive, the XC40 is quite appropriate. Its steering is direct enough that you can place it easily and keep it tracking straight on motorways, and you only notice the car running out of grip or leaning more than the best-handling family SUVs when you start wilfully throwing it at turns with gusto. The Evoque is broadly the same. Its steering is a little too keen to return to centre, which makes it slightly less confidence-inspiring to guide along a narrow road, but it otherwise feels as trustworthy and competent as the XC40. The UX doesn’t lean as much as its rivals, but don’t take that to mean it’s sporty; it isn’t. Its steering is pretty inert, and because it has front-wheel drive (the others are 4x4s), accelerate hard out of a corner and you’ll feel those driven wheels lightly pulling the steering wheel left and right in your hands as the tyres scrabble for traction. The UX is the first to run out of front-end grip through corners, too. Although you can buy a fourwheel-drive UX, you can pretty much ignore it as a tow car or off-roader, because it can pull just 750kg and has the least ground clearance. The XC40 is able to tow the most (2100kg) and can manage some asphalt-free shenanigans, but our experience shows that the Evoque, with its better ground clearance and all-terrain tyres, will go farther off the beaten track. And even though you have to make do with a towing capacity of 2000kg, it’s more stable when towing a caravan than the XC40. BEHIND THE WHEEL Driving position, visibility, build quality
All three cars come with electrically adjustable driver’s seats. The XC40 adds a memory function, while the UX is alone in having an electrically adjustable steering column. There’s no doubt which seat is the comfiest, though: the XC40’s figure-hugger, which includes an extendable base and lumbar support adjustment. The UX’s features the latter, too, but it feels like a metal bar is being pressed slowly in to your lower whatcar.com June 2019 | 59
COMPARISON back, while there’s little in the way of side bolstering. Disappointingly, to get lumbar adjustment in the Evoque, you have to pay £690 for the 14-way seat; without it, some of our testers found the shortage of lower back support a problem. Other than that, it’s personal choice as to whether the Evoque’s cosseting, wrap-around interior or the XC40’s equally pleasing but more open and airier feel is better. Both are nigh on perfect in other respects and deliver an authentic, high-set SUV experience. As we’ve already mentioned, the UX places you scarcely any higher than a regular hatchback, and it doesn’t provide the same extensive range of adjustment for its steering wheel as the others. The UX does at least offer an array of physical buttons for common functions, such as the climate controls. These are so much easier to use while driving than the XC40’s central touchscreen, which operates almost every feature, even down to the interior temperature. Ordinarily, the Evoque features more physical controls, but our car was fitted with the optional Touch Pro Duo (£400) system, which adds a second touchscreen below the infotainment one. It’s easier to operate than the XC40’s display, because a couple of physical dials are integrated. These change function depending on which menu you’re in; for example, in the climate screen, they work the temperature and fan speed. The XC40 is the easiest to see out the front of, thanks to its slender front window pillars. But as with the UX, its tapering side windows make over-theshoulder vision problematic, at least compared with the Evoque, which has the shallowest rear screen but a far more open glass area at the sides. Anything you can’t see from the driver’s seat of the UX and Evoque will hopefully be picked up by their standard front and rear parking sensors or rear-view camera. The XC40 gets only rear sensors as standard. The Evoque has another useful optional feature: the rear-view mirror can change into a camera feed. If the boot is loaded to the roof, blocking your natural vision, it will display what’s behind while you’re driving along for a cost of £315. Each car has LED headlights as standard. Now, these are premium SUVs, so do they feel plush enough? Yes, very much so. Ordinarily, they would all feature leather seats (leather and nubuck for the XC40), but our Evoque had the no-cost option of eucalyptus fabric seats. 60 | June 2019 whatcar.com
LEXUS UX 1 The physical buttons that control most of the UX’s functions are easy to use
3
2 The electrically adjustable steering column doesn’t extend as much as the others.
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3 Part-digital dials are standard but don’t offer the configurable options of the XC40’s
2
4 The UX’s electric driver’s seat includes adjustable lumbar support, but this feels like a ridged bar against your spine
4
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE 1 The lower of the two touchscreens comes as a £400 upgrade. It operates things like the climate and off-road controls and works pretty well
3
2 A brilliant driving position is spoilt only by the lack of lumbar adjustment; this comes with 14-way seats costing £690
1
3 The analogue dials are clear and have a central TFT screen; you can upgrade them to a configurable digital display for £500
2
VOLVO XC40
BEST DRIVING POSITION
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1 Digital dials are standard. They have various designs and display media and navigation information 2 The XC40’s interior feels airier than the Evoque’s, but the driving position is superb and it has the most comfortable, figure-hugging seat
3
2
3 The XC40’s interior quality matches the Evoque’s and betters the UX’s by a whisker, thanks to slightly plusher materials lower down
Lexus UX vs Range Rover Evoque vs Volvo XC40 INFOTAINMENT
The Evoque and XC40 both have choice materials elsewhere, with very few lower-rent plastics. The UX features similarly plush upper surfaces, but some of the plastics farther down feel a bit cheap. All three are extremely solidly constructed, though.
At 7.0in, the UX’s screen is the smallest as well as the lowest in definition. Normally, we prefer a separate controller to a touchscreen, but the UX’s trackpad is even worse, because it’s so hard to direct the on-screen highlighter to the icon you want. The physical shortcut buttons around the armrest are useful for swapping menus, at least. Smartphone mirroring isn’t available, but the Tech & Sound Pack brings a first-rate 13-speaker Mark Levinson sound system.
SPACE AND PRACTICALITY Front space, rear space, seating flexibility, boot
WHAT YOU GET Lexus UX Premium Plus/ Tech & Sound
✓ Standard 7 Not available
Display size
Sat-nav
DAB radio
7.0in
✓
✓
Wireless Bluetooth Apple CarPlay phone charging
✓
✓
Android Speakers Auto
7
7
13
Voice control
✓
Upgraded Emergency sound SOS system response
✓
✓
INFOTAINMENT BEST SYSTEM
The Evoque’s infotainment screen can be angled to suit, and while we’d prefer a rotary controller (like BMW’s iDrive) and simpler menus to make it less distracting to use, it’s slicker than the XC40’s system and has equally good graphics. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, mimicking your smartphone across the entire screen. A wi-fi hotspot is standard, while 10 and 14-speaker Meridian stereos are available for £600 and £1200 respectively. WHAT YOU GET Range Rover Evoque S
Display size
Sat-nav
DAB radio
✓ Standard 7 Not available
10.0in
✓
✓
Wireless Bluetooth Apple phone CarPlay charging
7
✓
Android Speakers Auto
✓
✓
6
Voice control
✓
Upgraded Emergency sound SOS system response £600
✓
INFOTAINMENT
The XC40 has the least head room, but only by dint of the optional full-length sunroof (£1000) fitted to our test car. Even so, you won’t want for head or leg room in the front of any of them. And if you carry around lots of junk, you’ll be pleased with the Evoque and XC40, which have the regular storage options and cupholders of the UX plus extra nooks and crannies elsewhere. As for the rear seats, the UX is quickly relegated to last place. Access is awkward, because the narrow footwell traps your feet, and leg room is particularly poor for this class. It’s tougher to choose between the other two, but the XC40 pips the Evoque with slightly easier access and better rear knee room. Both can seat four tall adults relatively comfortably, but the XC40 can more easily manage a third in the back, thanks in part to its less obstructive central floor hump. We haven’t tested a family SUV with a less useful boot than the UX’s. It’s so shallow that we could fit in only three carry-on suitcases; that’s just one more than in the Fiat 500. At least there’s some underfloor storage and an electric tailgate as standard. The Evoque was next in the ranking, taking a more respectable five cases, but the XC40 beat that with six. USED ALTERNATIVE 2017 BMW X5 xDrive40e Prices of used X5s have dipped a bit, because there’s a new model out, so a 2017 plug-in hybrid xDrive40e with belowaverage mileage will be around £38,000. The big X5 is a more practical proposition than any family SUV, and its interior is plush. An electric range of 15 miles isn’t stellar, but low CO2 emissions get you free road tax if you buy a car first registered before April 2017.
The XC40’s portrait-orientated 9.0in touchscreen swipes left and right like a tablet and is of high definition. However, its menus require some learning and its responses aren’t always as fluid as an iPad’s, while some of its smaller icons are hard to hit while you’re driving. Apple/Android smartphone mirroring is a £300 extra and covers only a portion of the screen when in use. You can upgrade the stereo to a punchy 13-speaker Harman Kardon system for £550. WHAT YOU GET Volvo XC40 R-Design Pro
✓ Standard 7 Not available
Display size
Sat-nav
DAB radio
9.0in
✓
✓
Wireless Bluetooth Apple phone CarPlay charging £175
✓
Android Speakers Auto
£300
8
Voice control
✓
Upgraded Emergency SOS sound system response £550
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COMPARISON In fact, if you don’t order the optional spare wheel, the XC40 has such a large well beneath its boot floor that you can fit a seventh case in there, too. And even with the spare wheel in place, there’s decent underfloor storage that beats the Evoque’s. We would recommend adding the £650 Convenience Pack to the XC40. This brings a flexible boot floor that hinges up to provide a central divider that prevents items from clanging around and hooks from which to hang bags. It also includes an electric tailgate with hands-free opening, plus power-folding rear seats that are operated by buttons located by the tailgate opening. In the UX and Evoque, the rear seats drop conventionally (using release levers atop their seatbacks). The UX and XC40 have 60/40-split benches, while the Evoque is the only car here with the more flexible 40/20/40 configuration. The XC40 has a useful ski hatch in its seatback for long items, though.
LEXUS UX Boot 320-1231 litres Suitcases 3
The UX’s small, shallow boot is more like a city car’s than a family SUV’s. There’s a bit of underfloor storage, though. You get an electric tailgate but a flimsy tonneau cover 320-550mm
775-1625mm
940-1245mm
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE Boot 383-1156 litres Suitcases 5
BUYING AND OWNING Costs, equipment, reliability, safety and security
Each car has strengths and weaknesses, depending on how you obtain and run them. For example, the Evoque is the most expensive if you’re paying cash up front. And although Volvo was the only manufacturer we could get a discount from, the XC40 still isn’t as cheap to buy as the UX after you’ve haggled. However, the Evoque has such strong predicted resale values that by the time you’ve factored in depreciation, insurance, servicing and fuel costs, it’s the cheapest to run over three years for PRACTICALITY AIDS Lexus UX
1040-1290mm
BEST BOOT SPACE
Volvo XC40
Electric tailgate
✓
£415
£650*
Towbar
£650
£700
£1075
Easy-reach rear seat releases
500-705mm
805-1635mm
VOLVO XC40
Range Rover Evoque
7
£650*
Rear seat split
60/40
40/20/40
60/40
Underfloor storage
✓
✓
✓
890-1725mm 1000-1210mm
*Part of Convenience Pack
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Boot 460-1336 litres Suitcases 7
The £650 Convenience Pack includes electrically folding rear seats and a powered tailgate. The boot is the biggest – bigger still if you don’t order the optional spare wheel 435-725mm
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The Evoque’s boot isn’t as spacious as the XC40’s. As with the others, its floor sits flush with the boot opening. It’s the only one here with 40/20/40-split rear seats
Boots’ suitcase-carrying capacities are measured with a 560x350x230mm Antler suitcase, with the rear seatbacks in place and up to the parcel shelf
Lexus UX vs Range Rover Evoque vs Volvo XC40
945mm 930mm
1340mm
675mm 1400mm 1070mm
All three cars are fine for six-footers in the front. UX’s rear head room appears on paper to be the same as the Evoque’s, but in a natural seating position it has the least head and leg room and is tightest for three abreast. It’s the hardest to get in and out of, too
945mm 1400mm 930mm
725mm 1430mm
1070mm
There’s plenty of room in the front of the Evoque and, like in the XC40, a good choice of nooks and crannies for storing odds and ends. Head room is similar to what’s on offer in the XC40, but the Evoque’s rear seats are the comfiest here
BEST REAR SPACE
910mm
1415mm 900mm 1440mm
715mm 1080mm Head room is fine for all, even with the optional sunroof fitted. Rear leg room is roughly on a par with Evoque’s, but there’s more underseat foot room and a lower central tunnel. The hard plastic at the base of the front seats can dig into your shins, though whatcar.com June 2019 | 63
Lexus UX vs Range Rover Evoque vs Volvo XC40
COMPARISON WHAT THEY WILL COST All prices correct at time of testing
Lexus UX Fastest depreciation and highest PCP finance costs
Range Rover Evoque Volvo XC40 Most expensive company car Matchess the Evoque’s PCP but excellent resale values costs; priciest to service
PRICES List price Target Price Company car tax
£36,005 £36,005
£39,015 £39,015
£38,235 £36,753
£275
£474
£439
£398
£425
£414
(until April 2020)
Contract hire (per month) RESALE VALUE BY YEAR
■ Lexus UX ■ Range Rover Evoque ■ Volvo XC40
40 35 30 25
Value (£1000s)
private buyers paying cash, followed by the XC40. On a PCP finance deal (over three years, with a 36,000-mile limit and a £4000 deposit), the UX is most expensive, at £530 per month, while the XC40 and Evoque come in at £494 and £496 respectively. The UX is the cheapest to lease, though, at £398, with the XC40 next on £414 and the Evoque topping out at £425. If fuel costs are most important to you, the UX trounces its competition. In our real-world tests, it managed 47.7mpg, and it’s particularly efficient around town, where it can maximise the use of its battery power. The XC40 recorded 37.3mpg, ahead of the Evoque on just 33.8mpg. For company car drivers in the 40% tax bracket, the UX is by far the cheapest; you’ll sacrifice £275 per month until April 2020. Meanwhile, the XC40 will cost £439 and the Evoque £474. Standard kit on all three cars includes heated front seats, dual-zone climate control and alloy wheels. But the UX is easily the best equipped, as long as you pay for the Premium Plus and Tech & Sound option packs of our test car. Over and above its rivals, it gets a heated steering wheel, adaptive cruise control, keyless entry and a head-up display. Like the XC40, it also comes with privacy glass. Euro NCAP awards both the XC40 and Evoque five stars for safety. If you drill into the detail, the XC40 racks up a few more points here and there, but both are very protective of their occupants. The UX is yet to be tested. As standard, each car comes with city automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance and traffic sign recognition. You can’t get blindspot monitoring on this version of the UX, whereas you can on the other two, as part of a £1000 pack on the Evoque and either a £600 or £1500 pack on the XC40. The pricier of the XC40’s packs includes adaptive cruise control, as does the Evoque’s. Lexus is renowned for dependability; it came second out of 31 manufacturers in our latest Reliability Survey, whereas Volvo was a mediocre 21st and Land Rover a very poor 30th.
£25,750 £21,412
20
0 year
1 year
£19,443
2 years
3 years
THREE-YEAR COST ■ Depreciation ■ Insurance ■ Servicing ■ Road tax ■ Fuel (Test MPG)
Lexus UX
£280 £16,562 £1920 £1071 £280
Range Rover Evoque £13,265
£4114
Total £23,947
Total £6236 £23,327
£2448 £1098
Volvo XC40
£280 £15,341
£2370
£5651
Total £25,292
£1650 PCP FINANCE COSTS Three-year term, £4000 customer deposit, 12,000 miles per year Car
Lexus UX
Range Rover Evoque
Volvo XC40
£530
£496
£494
na
na
na
£17,775
£23,554
£20,129
5.9%
6.9%
5.9%
12p per mile
16.9p per mile
14.9p per mile
na
£10 option to purchase fee
na
Monthly cost Manufacturer deposit contribution Optional final payment Representative APR Excess mileage charge Other fees
EQUIPMENT
✓ Standard 7 Not available
Alloy wheel size
Adaptive cruise control
Spare wheel
Heated front seats
Heated windscreen
Heated steering wheel
Leather seats
Adjustable lumbar support
Parking sensors front/rear
Rear-view camera
Keyless start/entry
Metallic paint
✓ ✓ ✓
7 ✓ ✓
✓
✓ ✓ ✓+
✓ £690
✓/ ✓ ✓/ ✓ £325 / ✓
✓ ✓
✓/ ✓ ✓/ £400 ✓/ £650**
£570
£185
Lexus UX
18in
✓
7
Range Rover Evoque
18in
£1000*
£165
Volvo XC40
20in
£1500^
£150
£300^^
✓
£375
£640 £575
*Part of Drive Pack ^Part of Intellisafe Pro Pack **Part of Convenience Pack ^^Includes heated rear seats +Part-leather, part-nubuck
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COMPARISON STATS, SPECS AND RATINGS Lexus UX 250h Premium Plus/Tech & Sound
Range Rover Evoque D180 S
Volvo XC40 D4 AWD R-Design Pro
Width 2070mm
Width 2100mm
Width 2045mm
2050mm 1540mm
2085mm
1649mm
800mm
2130mm
1658mm
770mm
765mm
2640mm
2681mm
2702mm
4495mm
4371mm
4425mm
ECONOMY & EMISSIONS Combined OFFICIAL Low speed MPG Medium speed (WLTP) High speed
53.2mpg 56.4mpg 64.2mpg 60.1mpg
OFFICIAL MPG (WLTP)
Combined Low speed Medium speed High speed
41.5mpg 29.0mpg 37.7mpg 55.3mpg
OFFICIAL MPG (WLTP)
Combined Low speed Medium speed High speed
43.5mpg 34.9mpg 43.5mpg 50.4mpg
Test MPG Fuel cost per 12,000 miles
47.4mpg £1371
Test MPG Fuel cost per 12,000 miles
33.8mpg £2079
Test MPG Fuel cost per 12,000 miles
37.3mpg £1884
Tank CO2 emissions (NEDC)
43 litres 97g/km
Tank CO2 emissions (NEDC)
54 litres 145g/km
Tank CO2 emissions (NEDC)
54 litres 133g/km
SAFETY Euro NCAP crash rating Not tested AEB Yes
Euro NCAP rating (2019) All protection 94% AEB Yes
yyyyy 87%
72%
73%
Euro NCAP rating (2018) All protection 97% AEB Yes
yyyyy 87%
71%
76%
POWERTRAIN Engine Peak power Peak torque Gearbox
4cyl, 1987cc, petrol, plus electric motor 182bhp (combined) 140Ib ft (petrol), 149lb ft (electric) CVT automatic
Engine Peak power Peak torque Gearbox
4cyl, 1999cc, diesel 178bhp @ 2400rpm 317Ib ft @ 1750-2500rpm 9-spd automatic
Engine Peak power Peak torque Gearbox
4cyl, 1969cc, diesel 187bhp @ 4000rpm 295Ib ft @ 1750-2500rpm 8-spd automatic
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Volvo XC40 D4 AWD R-Design Pro with Xenium Pack (£1600), Intellisafe Pro Pack (£1500), Convenience Pack (£650), Bright Silver metallic paint (£575) and Charcoal leather/nubuck trim
OUR RATINGS Driving Performance Ride Handling Refinement
Driving Performance Ride Handling Refinement
Driving Performance Ride Handling Refinement
Behind the wheel Driving position Visibility Infotainment Quality
Behind the wheel Driving position Visibility Infotainment Quality
Behind the wheel Driving position Visibility Infotainment Quality
Space and practicality Front space Rear space Seating flexibility Boot
Space and practicality Front space Rear space Seating flexibility Boot
Space and practicality Front space Rear space Seating flexibility Boot
Buying and owning Costs Equipment Reliability Safety and security
Buying and owning Costs Equipment Reliability Safety and security
Buying and owning Costs Equipment Reliability Safety and security
Overall rating 66 | June 2019 whatcar.com
Lexus UX vs Range Rover Evoque vs Volvo XC40
SAYS There haven’t been many tighter battles on these pages during What Car?’s 46-year history. The Evoque and XC40 are extremely closely matched, with the former racking up more points for infotainment functionality and refinement and the latter edging back into contention with a bigger boot and a stronger engine. Which you should choose depends largely on your priorities, but, in a photo finish, the new Evoque just clinches it. It’s a hugely impressive family SUV and the car it should have been from the very beginning. The UX is far harder to recommend. Yes, it’s by far the most economical of our trio and works out the cheapest for company car drivers paying benefit-inkind tax. But that’s largely because it doesn’t offer any of the SUV benefits of its rivals, namely a lofty driving position and a reasonable amount of room inside. Genuinely, a Volkswagen Polo is a more practical family car.
Range Rover Evoque
1
For Superb driving position; quietest cruiser; classy interior; slowest depreciation; best infotainment Against Slowest; least economical; so-so boot space; standard driver’s seat unsupportive Recommended options 14-way front seats (£690), Drive Pack (£1000)
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2
For High-quality interior; biggest boot; best driving position; comfortable ride; most rear space Against Mediocre infotainment; the most tyre roar and engine noise Recommended options Convenience Pack (£650), smartphone integration (£300)
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Lexus UX
3
For Most frugal; cheapest company car; most standard luxuries; Lexus’s fantastic reliability
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COMPARISON
Full Swede ahead Volvo is hoping to follow up on its recent run of success with the new S60 executive saloon. But standing in its way are the Alfa Romeo Giulia and class-leading BMW 3 Series Photography: John Bradshaw
THE CONTENDERS NEW
Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.0 Turbo 280 Veloce
BMW 3 Series 330i M Sport auto
Volvo S60 T5 R-Design Edition
List price £39,690 Target Price £37,767 Alfas have always looked great, but the Giulia backs that up with razor-sharp handling.
List price £39,165 Target Price £36,906 Our 2019 Executive Car of the Year is brilliant to drive and a thoroughly good all-rounder.
List price £37,935 Target Price £37,935 Essentially a new saloon version of the V60 estate that was launched last year.
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TALK ABOUT A turnaround. In the space of just five years, Volvo has gone from building unremarkable also-rans to the form of its life, making cars that can mix it with and sometimes even beat the very best from the premium-badged competition. The XC40 family SUV, our 2018 Car of the Year, is a case in point. So, there’s plenty of reason to be optimistic about the latest model from the Swedish brand, the new S60, which is, in essence, a saloon version of the V60 estate that was launched last year. In a bold but potentially wise move in the long term, Volvo isn’t offering any diesel engines, and right now the
Alfa Romeo Giulia vs BMW 3 Series vs Volvo S60 ALFA ROMEO GIULIA BEST RIDE
Ride is surprisingly supple if you specify adaptive dampers; Giulia handles sharply, too BMW 3 SERIES BEST HANDLING
Optional adaptive dampers take the sting out of the ride, even on these 19in wheels VOLVO S60
The ride is overly firm at all speeds, yet the S60 isn’t all that much fun to drive
only option is a brawny 247bhp 2.0-litre petrol. That puts the S60 right in the firing line of the 330i version of the BMW 3 Series, our current favourite executive saloon. Given that we’re testing relatively powerful engines here, it made sense to also include one of the sportiest cars in the class, the Alfa Romeo Giulia. DRIVING Performance, ride, handling, refinement
Although all three cars have 2.0-litre turbocharged petrol engines under their bonnets, there
are some big differences when it comes to performance. By any measure, the Giulia accelerates the quickest, hitting 60mph from a standstill faster even than a 316bhp Honda Civic Type R hot hatch can manage (see p76). However, the 3 Series isn’t far behind, despite having a 22bhp power deficit. The S60 takes much longer to accelerate up to speed – partly because it has the least powerful engine, but also because it’s the only car here driven by its front wheels, so it can’t transfer its power to the road as effectively as its rear-wheel-drive rivals. Still, the S60 is far from sluggish (0-60mph takes a respectable
6.9sec) and it has the smoothest, quietest engine. Mind you, the fact that the 3 Series and Giulia sound a bit meatier and more raucous when you put your foot down might appeal if you’re hoping for something sporty. As for 70mph cruising refinement, there’s little to split our trio; the Giulia is the quietest by a fraction but is actually the worst for wind noise, while the S60 generates the most tyre roar. Without question, the 3 Series has the best automatic gearbox. It responds quickest when you ask for a sudden burst of acceleration and seems to have an uncanny knack of always been in the right
gear for the situation at hand. Changes are always more abrupt in the Giulia, but the aggressiveness of the shifts works in its favour when you’re in the mood and want to take control using the paddle shifters behind the steering wheel. Meanwhile, the S60’s ’box is altogether more lethargic and often takes a second or so to respond when you push the accelerator pedal, a trait that can be frustrating at roundabouts. It slurs between gears smoothly the rest of the time, though. The most disappointing thing about the S60 is its uncomfortable ride. All R Design models come with sports suspension as whatcar.com June 2019 | 69
COMPARISON standard, and this Edition variant pairs that with 19in wheels for a setup that’s decidedly firm at all speeds. The 3 Series is also overly firm if you stick with standard M Sport suspension, but the optional adaptive dampers (£2200 as part of the M Sport Plus Package fitted to our test car) make bumps more bearable around town and actually deliver a really smooth, composed ride at motorway speeds. That’s despite the same package also bringing 19in wheels instead of the 18s that are standard. Meanwhile, the Giulia, when fitted with adaptive dampers (part of the £1950 Performance Pack) and standard 18in wheels, is the most forgiving of the trio around town and just as comfortable as the 3 Series on the motorway – although it’s worth noting that if ride comfort is a priority, the Audi A4 is still the crème de la crème in the wider executive car class. The Giulia’s hyperactive steering takes a while to get used to; it’s more like what you’d expect in a hardcore sports car than an executive saloon. It’s also quite light, which won’t appeal to everyone. But once you’ve got used to it, you can place the car along winding roads with laser precision and really enjoy the Giulia’s responsive, agile handling. Mind you, the 3 Series is also jolly good fun and actually grips harder than the Giulia through corners. Its steering is slower and heavier; which is better is largely down to preference, although the 3 Series’ is definitely more appropriate for motorway use. The S60’s lumpy ride would be easier to accept if it were as much fun to drive as its rivals, but it actually leans the most through tight twists and turns, is the least willing to change direction and has comparatively numb and lifeless steering. It’s far from awful, but against such fine-handling rivals, it’s completely outclassed.
INFOTAINMENT
ALFA ROMEO GIULIA
The Giulia’s infotainment system is controlled using a dial and some shortcut buttons between the front seats. This sort of interface is much easier (not to mention safer) to use than a touchscreen when you’re driving. Sadly, the display isn’t particularly high in definition and the operating system could also be more logical. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring comes as standard.
3 1
2 1 Interior quality is below par, with plenty of hard plastics and cheap-feeling air vents
2 Driving position is low-slung and sporty, although seats could use more under-thigh support
3 Windscreen pillars block your view a bit at junctions and roundabouts
INFOTAINMENT
BMW 3 SERIES
The best system by a country mile. You can use it as a touchscreen, or by twisting and pressing a dial between the front seats (in much the same way as you do in the Giulia). Measuring just over 10.0in, the display is also the biggest and brightest here, and the operating system is the most user-friendly. The only disappointment is that Android Auto isn’t available; Apple CarPlay is, but you have to pay to use it after the first 12 months.
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1
3
1 There’s plenty of storage space around the interior, although the glovebox is quite small
2 Digital instrument dials are standard and better than the S60’s; Giulia gets conventional dials
VOLVO S60
BEST SYSTEM 3 Pedals are offset to the right, and you have to pay extra for adjustable lumbar support
BEST DRIVING POSITION
BEHIND THE WHEEL Driving position, visibility, build quality
More positively, the S60 has the most comfortable and supportive front seats of our trio. You might prefer the lower-slung, sportier driving positions in the Giulia and 3 Series, but the Giulia’s seat could do with more under-thigh support, and it’s a bit cheeky that BMW charges extra for electric seats and adjustable lumbar support, both of which are standard on the other two. Seeing out of the front is trickiest in the Giulia; its windscreen pillars really get in the way at junctions and roundabouts. 70 | June 2019 whatcar.com
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1 1 The S60 feels the classiest inside, with lots of soft-touch plastics and solid-feeling switches
3 2 It’s a pity there are no physical controls for the air-con – only icons on the touchscreen
3 Driving position is the best overall, largely thanks to comfortable and supportive seats
INFOTAINMENT The S60’s system is a pure touchscreen, so it’s the most distracting to use while you’re driving. The fact that some of the icons are quite small doesn’t help. Volvo’s operating system isn’t the most intuitive, either, although you do get Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring as standard. If you’re a big music fan, you’ll also appreciate the sound system, which is the best here.
Boots’ suitcase-carrying capacities are measured with a 560x350x230mm Antler suitcase and with the rear seatbacks in place
Alfa Romeo Giulia vs BMW 3 Series vs Volvo S60
915mm
915mm 1360mm
1425mm 760mm
1160mm Guilia’s boot is the shortest, narrowest and ultimately the smallest. It still swallows six carry-on suitcases, though. Rear seats that split 40/20/40 and fold are standard on the Veloce
940mm 465mm 675-1130mm
935mm
Boot 480 litres Suitcases 6
890mm 1380mm 1425mm 780mm
995mm
505mm
1120mm
SPACE AND PRACTICALITY Front space, rear space, seating flexibility, boot
Optional panoramic sunroof (part of the £1700 Premium Pack) doesn’t do front head room any favours, but the 3 Series has the most space in the back and 40/20/40 split-folding seats Boot 480 litres Suitcases 7
980-1385mm
905mm 920mm
1375mm
1425mm
755mm
1000mm 455mm 1035-1290mm
1095mm
S60 matches the 3 Series by taking seven carry-on suitcases in its boot. However, it’s very disappointing that you have to pay £400 extra if you want folding rear seats to take longer loads Boot 442 litres Suitcases 7
Over-the-shoulder visibility is worst in the S60, although, like the 3 Series, it comes with front and rear parking sensors and a reversing camera as standard. The Giulia makes do with just the sensors, although a reversing camera is available if you’re prepared to stump up £950 for the Driver Assistance Pack Plus. As for night-time visibility, the 3 Series and S60 come with powerful LED headlights as standard. The Giulia makes do with older-style and less energyefficient xenon lights, although these are still far superior to conventional halogen bulbs. When it comes to interior quality, the Giulia lags well behind. Even if you spec the optional £895 leather-wrapped dashboard, it just doesn’t feel as solid or classy inside as its rivals. The 3 Series and S60 are closely matched for quality, with the S60 just having the edge. Whether you prefer its more conservative interior design or the 3 Series’ more extrovert and flashy approach is up to you. It’s just a pity that there are no physical controls for the S60’s climate control system; you either have to use the fiddly touchscreen or voice control to tweak the temperature on the move.
There isn’t enough to split these cars on space and practicality to significantly influence your buying decision – but that doesn’t mean there aren’t differences. Taller adults would definitely choose to travel in the back of the 3 Series, due to its extra head and leg room. Meanwhile, the S60 has the least leg and head room; anyone taller than around 6ft will probably notice their head brushing the ceiling. However, the differences aren’t huge. The 3 Series also has the tallest and broadest boot, although the S60’s extra length means it can swallow the same number of carry-on suitcases (seven). The Giulia has the shortest and narrowest boot but can still take a respectable six cases. It’s disappointing that you need to pay (£400) for 60/40 splitfolding rear seats in the S60; the other two come with more flexible 40/20/40 split-folding rear seats. BUYING AND OWNING Costs, equipment, reliability, safety and security
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WHAT C AR? PROMOT ION
THE MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER PHEV BLENDS AN ADVANCED PLUG - IN HYBRID POWERTRAIN WITH TRUE OFF -ROAD CAPABILITY lending an advanced plug-in hybrid powertrain with the space, comfort and off-road capability you expect from an SUV, the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is ready for whatever challenges that you – and the world – throw at it. Offering up to 28 miles of all-electric range* – which is easily enough for the average commute and most everyday tasks – the Outlander PHEV is perfect for near-silent, zero-emissions urban driving. On longer journeys, the petrol engine works intelligently with the electric motor – providing more power and torque, while also improving fuel economy. As a result,
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REDUCE YOUR RUNNING COSTS As the Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is a low-emissions plug-in hybrid, low-cost charging at home – allied to self-recharging through regenerative braking – helps you use more of the electric mode, more of the time. Plus, company car drivers can make the most of benefits that further reduce annual costs.
the Outlander PHEV delivers up to 139mpg (combined) and CO2 emissions of 40g/km, without compromising performance*. Plus, whether you’re in electric or hybrid modes, the Outlander PHEV’s advanced four-wheel-drive system keeps working to deliver added confidence on slippery roads and loose surfaces. With a comfortably cosseting interior that features an advanced infotainment system, up to 1,602 litres (VDA) of load space, and driving technology that makes driving easier and keeps you safer on the road, the Outlander PHEV is the perfect SUV for every adventure, in every location.
F O R M O R E I N F O R M AT I O N : W W W. M I T S U B I S H I - C A R S . C O. U K * These figures were obtained using a combination of battery power and fuel. The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is a plug-in hybrid vehicle requiring mains electricity for charging. Figures shown are for comparability purposes. Only compare fuel consumption, CO2 and electric range figures with other cars tested to the same technical procedures. These figures may not reflect real-life driving results, which will depend upon a number of factors including accessories fitted (post-registration), and variations in weather, driving styles and vehicle load. There is a new test used for fuel consumption and CO2 figures. The CO2 figures shown however, are based on the outgoing test cycle and will be used to calculate vehicle tax on first registration. Fuel economy and CO2 results for the Outlander PHEV Mpg (l/100km) (weighted combined): 139.7 (2.0). Electric energy consumption (weighted combined): 3.68 miles/kWh. CO2 emissions (weighted): 40 g/km *. Equivalent all-electric range: 28 miles.
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Alfa Romeo Giulia vs BMW 3 Series vs Volvo S60 Well, not any more; such has been the backlash against diesel that these three will be on the shortlist of many company car drivers. If you pay benefit-in-kind (BIK) tax, the 3 Series is by far the cheapest option, because it emits much less CO2 than its rivals, while the Giulia is the priciest in this regard. However, the Giulia is easily the cheapest to lease, with the S60 being the most expensive by a huge margin. The 3 Series is also best for realworld fuel economy, averaging 32.8mpg in our tests, compared with 30.5mpg for the S60 and the Giulia’s 29.8mpg. Depreciation is predicted to be similar, but the fact that the 3 Series is available with the biggest discounts at the outset makes it the cheapest prospect for anyone buying outright and selling after three years. On a PCP finance agreement, though, the 3 Series starts to look eye-wateringly expensive. If you were to put down a £4000 deposit on a 36-month deal with a 10,000mile annual limit, you’d need to cough up £602 a month. The Giulia and S60 cost £524 and £483 respectively on the same terms. The S60 is the only one that comes with adaptive cruise control as standard, while both it and the Giulia have keyless entry and a heated steering wheel. All three cars come with heated front seats and climate control, though, while leather seats (or part-leather in the case of the S60) are also included. Both the Giulia and S60 received the maximum five-star safety rating from Euro NCAP, but a closer inspection of the scores shows that the Giulia performed better in the adult occupant crash test, while the S60 proved superior at protecting children. The 3 Series hasn’t been tested yet, although, like the other two, it comes with city emergency braking and lane departure warning. However, the S60 adds blindspot monitoring (optional on the other two). As for reliability, Alfa’s reputation would seem to be undeserved, because the Giulia was the most dependable executive car in our 2018 survey. The other two are too new to have been included, but Volvo finished a disappointing 21st out of 31 brands, while BMW came 16th.
COMPARISON
WHAT THEY WILL COST All prices correct at time of testing
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Alfa Romeo Giulia BMW 3 Series Volvo S60 The cheapest to lease but Great for company car Priciest to lease but otherwise a pricey company car drivers; pricey on PCP finance competitive on costs
POWER PRICES
List price Target Price
Company car tax
£39,690 £37,767
£39,165 £36,906
£37,935 £37,935
£456
£389
£436
£360
£410
£583
(per month, until April 2020)
Contract hire (per month)
RESALE VALUE BY YEAR
■ Alfa Romeo Giulia ■ BMW 3 Series ■ Volvo S60
40
30 25 20
Value (£1000s)
35
15
0 year
£17,233 £17,067
1 year
£16,691
2 years
3 years
THREE-YEAR COST ■ Depreciation ■ Insurance ■ Servicing ■ Road tax ■ Fuel (Test MPG)
Alfa Romeo Giulia
£290 £20,700
£2772
Total £32,302
£6645 £1895 £290
BMW 3 Series
Total £6037 £30,336
£19,673 £2547 £1789 Volvo S60
£290 £21,244 £2547* £1671
* Estimated
Total £32,245
£6493
PCP FINANCE COSTS Three-year term, £4000 customer deposit, 10,000 miles per year Car
Alfa Romeo Giulia
BMW 3 Series
Volvo S60
Monthly cost
£524
£602
£483
Manufacturer deposit contribution
£3500
£1145
£2000
£16,220
£16,596
£16,697
3.3%
4.9%
2.9%
6p per mile
10.43p per mile
14.9p per mile
£10 final purchase fee
na
na
Optional final payment Representative APR Excess mileage charge Other fees
EQUIPMENT
✓ Standard 7 Not available
Alloy wheel size
Adaptive cruise control
Climate control
DAB/ Infotainment Apple Bluetooth/ screen size CarPlay/ sat-nav Android Auto
✓/ ✓ ✓/ ✓ ✓/ ✓
✓/✓/ ✓ ✓/✓/ ✓ ✓/ ✓/ ✓
Alfa Romeo Giulia
18in
£890
BMW 3 Series
18in
£1250*
Volvo S60
19in
✓
8.8in 10.3in 9.0in
Leather seats
Adjustable lumbar support
Parking sensors front/rear
Electric driver’s seat
Keyless start/entry
Metallic paint
✓ ✓ ✓+
✓
✓/ ✓ ✓/ ✓ ✓/ ✓
✓ £1700^
✓/ ✓ ✓/ £990^^ ✓/ ✓
£695
£265
✓/ ✓ ✓**/ 7 ✓/ ✓
✓
✓
£670 £675
* Part of Driving Assistant Professional ** Free for first 12 months ^ Part of Premium Package ^^ Part of Comfort Package + Part-leather, part-textile
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mpg mpg mpg
COMPARISON STATS, SPECS AND RATINGS Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.0 Turbo 280 Veloce
BMW 3 Series 330i M Sport auto
Volvo S60 T5 R-Design Edition
Width 2020mm
Width 2075mm
Width 2050mm
1436mm
675mm
1435mm
665mm
2820mm 4643mm ECONOMY & EMISSIONS OFFICIAL Combined MPG Low speed (WLTP) Medium speed High speed
33.6mpg na na na
OFFICIAL MPG (WLTP)
1437mm
660mm
2851mm
2872mm
4709mm
4761mm
Combined Low speed Medium speed High speed
41.5mpg 30.1mpg 42.2mpg 49.6mpg
OFFICIAL MPG (WLTP)
Combined Low speed Medium speed High speed
39.8mpg 25.9mpg 38.2mpg 47.9mpg
Test MPG Fuel cost per 12,000 miles
29.8mpg £2215
Test MPG Fuel cost per 12,000 miles
32.8mpg £2012
Test MPG Fuel cost per 12,000 miles
30.5mpg £2164
Tank CO2 emissions (NEDC)
58 litres 158g/km
Tank CO2 emissions (NEDC)
59 litres 134g/km
Tank CO2 emissions (NEDC)
55 litres 155g/km
SAFETY
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Euro NCAP rating (2016) All protection
98%
81%
69%
60%
Euro NCAP rating
Euro NCAP rating (2018)
Not tested
All protection
96%
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74%
76%
POWERTRAIN Engine Peak power Peak torque Gearbox
4cyl, 1995cc, turbo, petrol 276bhp @ 5250rpm 295Ib ft @ 2250rpm 8-spd automatic
Engine Peak power Peak torque Gearbox
4cyl, 1998cc, turbo, petrol 255bhp @ 5000-6500rpm 295Ib ft @ 1550-4400rpm 8-spd automatic
Engine Peak power Peak torque Gearbox
4cyl, 1969cc, turbo, petrol 247bhp @ 5500rpm 258b ft @ 1800-4800rpm 8-spd automatic
PERFORMANCE
0-60mph 5.3sec
Weather conditions Dry
Top speed 149mph
0-60mph 5.6sec
Top speed 155mph
0-60mph 6.9sec
Top speed 145mph
Acceleration 30-70mph in kickdown 4.7sec 30-50mph in kickdown 1.9sec 50-70mph in kickdown 2.8sec
Acceleration 30-70mph in kickdown 5.1sec 30-50mph in kickdown 2.1sec 50-70mph in kickdown 3.0sec
Acceleration 30-70mph in kickdown 6.0sec 30-50mph in kickdown 2.5sec 50-70mph in kickdown 3.5sec
Braking 30-0mph 8.6m 70-0mph 47.4m
Braking 30-0mph 8.2m 70-0mph 43.2m
Braking 30-0mph 8.3m 70-0mph 45.2m
Noise
Noise
Noise
At 30mph 63.3dB At 70mph 69.3dB
At 30mph 64.5dB At 70mph 69.9dB
At 30mph 62.8dB At 70mph 69.6dB
CARS PICTURED Alfa Romeo Giulia 2.0 Turbo 280 Veloce with Performance Pack (£1950), Sound Theatre Pack (£950), Misano Blue metallic paint (£695), Convenience Pack (£535), yellow brake calipers (£325) and Climate Pack (£250)
BMW 330i M Sport auto with M Sport Plus Package (£2200), Technology Package (£1800), Premium Package (£1700), Visibility Package (£1500), Comfort Package (£990) and Portimao Blue metallic paint (£670)
Volvo S60 T5 R-Design Edition with Osmium Grey metallic paint (£675) and space-saver spare wheel (£150)
Driving Performance Ride Handling Refinement Behind the wheel Driving position Visibility Infotainment Quality Space and practicality Front space Rear space Seating flexibility Boot Buying and owning Costs Equipment Reliability Safety and security
Driving Performance Ride Handling Refinement Behind the wheel Driving position Visibility Infotainment Quality Space and practicality Front space Rear space Seating flexibility Boot Buying and owning Costs Equipment Reliability Safety and security
OUR RATINGS Driving Performance Ride Handling Refinement Behind the wheel Driving position Visibility Infotainment Quality Space and practicality Front space Rear space Seating flexibility Boot Buying and owning Costs Equipment Reliability Safety and security
Overall rating 74 | June 2019 whatcar.com
Alfa Romeo Giulia vs BMW 3 Series vs Volvo S60
SAYS There’s no change at the top: the 3 Series remains the most complete executive saloon you can buy and, in this company, by quite a margin. It’s great fun to drive, smart inside, relatively spacious and, if you stump for the M Sport Plus package, reasonably comfy. Only high monthly PCP costs count against it. The Giulia is the best Alfa for years and, in the form we tested it, both sharp to drive and surprisingly comfortable. It finishes second despite its mediocre interior quality. Given Volvo’s recent good form, the new S60 is something of a disappointment. Our biggest gripe is its wearingly firm ride, which seems unnecessary given that it isn’t at all sporty to drive. However, it’s also the least roomy in the back and, compared with its rivals here, not especially quick. The S60 does impress for safety and interior quality, though, so we hope future versions with softer suspension will be easier to recommend.
BMW 3 Series
1
For Great handling; best fuel economy; cheapest company car; superb infotainment Against Adjustable lumbar support costs extra; very firm ride without optional adaptive dampers Recommended options M Sport Plus Package (£2200)
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2
For Sharp handling; hot hatch-beating acceleration; comfiest ride; Alfa’s much-improved reliability Against Highest CO2 output; cheap-feeling interior; visibility at junctions isn’t great Recommended options Performance Pack (£1950)
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Volvo S60
3
For Impressive safety provisions; classy interior; comfy and supportive seats
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Against Overly firm ride; not as much fun or as quick as rivals; tight rear head room; no folding rear seats
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COMPARISON
Trophy hunting Our favourite hot hatch, the Honda Civic Type R, is being chased down by the celebratory TCR version of the Volkswagen Golf GTI, as well as the most extreme Renault MĂŠgane RS to date: the 300 Trophy Photography: Will Williams
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Honda Civic Type R 2.0 VTEC Turbo GT List price £33,550 Target Price £32,750 Our reigning Hot Hatch of the Year is a sensational driver’s car, so it will be tough to beat. NEW
Renault Mégane RS 300 Trophy List price £31,835 Target Price £30,775 The latest RS really impressed in Cup form, and this Trophy version is even more focused. NEW
Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR 5dr List price £35,305 Target Price £35,305 TCR special edition produces 286bhp and is the last hurrah for the current Golf GTI.
IT’S COMMON ENOUGH for car makers to try to whip up interest in models that are nearing the end of their life by bringing out ‘special edition’ versions. However, in the case of the Volkswagen Golf GTI, these have earned a reputation for being truly special, rather than just cynical marketing exercises. So, this new TCR model – which represents the swansong for the current generation of the hot hatch – has a lot to live up to. Sounding like a local radio station but actually named after the touring car racing version of the Golf, it has 44bhp more than the existing GTI Performance, taking the total up to 286bhp. What’s more, there are plenty of look-at-me design details, the brakes have been upgraded and the suspension can be, too. Renault, by contrast, appears to have decided that in a world of streaming services and same-day delivery, people don’t want to wait until a car is about to exit stage left before they get the whatcar.com June 2019 | 77
COMPARISON fastest, most focused versions. It’s little more than six months since it introduced its latest Mégane RS, yet we now have this hardcore Trophy model. Again, power has been hiked, here by 20bhp to 296bhp. Plus, it features the lowered Cup chassis that’s usually an option, its accelerator responses have been sharpened and there’s a freer-breathing exhaust with the potential to make it sound even better. Before either of these cars can be crowned as the new hot hatch king, though, they first need to get the better of the Honda Civic Type R. It has set the standard for the past two years, managing to be both scintillating and sensible, and it actually has more power than either of the newcomers. DRIVING Performance, ride, handling, refinement
You could argue that a car’s 0-60mph time isn’t particularly relevant; after all, how often do you find yourself needing to blast away from a set of traffic lights as quickly as possible? However, it remains a key number in any game of Top Trumps, and it’s the Golf that gives you the most to brag to your mates about. Its standard DSG dual-clutch automatic gearbox incorporates a launch control system that allows even the most clod-footed of drivers to make a perfect getaway every time. Plus, the Golf swaps ratios far quicker than is possible in either of its manual rivals. The result is 0-60mph in just 5.2sec, compared with 5.4sec in the Civic and 5.7sec in the Mégane, although the latter can be ordered with a dual-clutch automatic of its own (for £1710), whereas the former is manual only. Despite being the heaviest car here and having the least power, the Golf continues to pile on speed fastest when rolling, aided by those blink-and-you’ll-missthem gearchanges, which can also be controlled by the driver via steering wheel-mounted paddles. But you’re still unlikely to feel shortchanged by the performance of the Civic or Mégane, and there’s real pleasure to be had from flicking from gear to gear using the Civic’s super-slick manual ’box. The Mégane’s, on the other hand, is a little stiff. But you’ll be tempted to cut Renault some slack when you floor the accelerator, because the car sounds fantastic – particularly in Race mode. The Golf’s engine note is rather ordinary by comparison, despite it being digitally enhanced, and while the Civic emits plenty of 78 | June 2019 whatcar.com
HONDA CIVIC TYPE R
BEST DRIVING POSITION
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2
INFOTAINMENT This is the Civic’s weakest area, because its 7.0in touchscreen has small icons, overly complicated menus and sluggish responses. To make matters worse, the screen is disappointingly low in resolution and prone to showing reflections due to the angle at which it’s mounted. The one saving grace is the fact that you get Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration, allowing you to bypass Honda’s software.
3
1 You sit nice and low, plus the gearlever is well positioned and has a short, precise action
2 Civic has the most incar storage, including a useful cubby at the base of its centre console
3 The interior looks quite different from the standard Civic’s, thanks to all the red trim
INFOTAINMENT
RENAULT MEGANE RS
Like the Civic and the Golf, the Mégane comes with sat-nav, Bluetooth, a DAB radio and Apple and Android phone connectivity. As in the Civic, the screen could be easier to read – in this instance because it’s rather dull. However, Renault’s operating system is more logically laid out. And if you spend £800 to upgrade to the punchy Bose stereo, the standard 7.0in screen is binned in favour of a less fiddly 8.7in one (pictured).
2
1 3
1 While automatic cars get an electronic parking brake, manual models stick with a lever
2 Trophy gets Renault’s RS Monitor as standard, meaning on-board performance telemetery
3 The optional Recaro seats look and feel great so are worth considering, even at £1500
INFOTAINMENT
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI
It’s the Golf that has the best infotainment system here. Not only is it the most intuitive, but its 8.0in screen is also super-bright and responds almost instantly when you press it. We wouldn’t bother with the optional (£200) voice control, because it’s rather basic and frequently fails to do what you want it to. However, the Dynaudio Excite stereo upgrade (£550) is worth considering if you’re an audiophile. BEST SYSTEM
2
1
3
1 Manual shifts are done via wheel-mounted paddles or by nudging the lever back and forth
2 Standard digital instrument display shows a wide variety of info reasonably clearly
3 Tartan seat trim of other GTIs has been swapped for a more modern but less distinctive design
Boots’ suitcase-carrying capacities are measured with a 560x350x230mm Antler suitcase, with the rear seatbacks in place and up to the parcel shelf
Honda Civic Type R vs Renault Mégane RS vs Volkswagen Golf GTI
920mm
940mm 1395mm
1445mm 725mm
1090mm
BEST BOOT
495-705mm
930-1770mm
Rear head room isn’t great, but there’s so much leg room that tall passengers can slouch. The Civic also has the best boot by a mile, and its pull-across luggage cover is a thoughtful touch Boot 420-1209 litres Suitcases 7
855-1280mm
910mm
960mm 1380mm
1425mm
650mm
475-690mm 745-1500mm
1075mm
The Mégane is the most cramped in the back, with little room for feet under the front seats. The boot isn’t as impressive as its official figures suggest and there’s a sizeable lip at its entrance Boot 434-1247 litres Suitcases 5
1105-1350mm
turbo whoosh, this doesn’t have you impersonating the Cheshire Cat in the way that the Mégane’s growls and crackles do. Instead, the biggest thrills in the Civic come from the way it tackles corners. It feels incredibly poised, with little body lean and loads of grip. Plus, it remains very stable under hard braking and its limited-slip differential (LSD) does an excellent job of distributing power between the front wheels in whatever way maximises traction. All of this means you quickly feel comfortable driving the Civic fast, whereas the Mégane takes time to get used to. Yes, it also has an LSD (as does the Golf), and this drags you out of tight bends with even more verve than the Civic’s. But under hard acceleration, it can feel like someone has hacked into the steering and is fighting you for control, because the engine’s torque makes the wheel tug left and right in your hands. Adding to the Mégane’s complex character is four-wheel steering, with the rears turning in the opposite direction to the fronts at speeds of up to 62mph. This not only gives it a tight turning circle but also improves its agility on winding roads. You really do feel like the car is pivoting around you; some people will love this, but it can feel quite disconcerting when you’re driving hard. And what of the Golf? Well, its steering is the most precise of the lot, offering loads of feedback whether you’re winding lock on or off. Unfortunately, you have to put up with more body roll than you do in the other cars and it feels the least stable under hard braking. This is reflected in its lap time. Our 0.9-mile test track is designed to simulate a meandering HOW THEY FARE ON TRACK Honda Renault Civic Mégane Type R RS GT Trophy
930mm
945mm 1370mm
Lap time
43.1sec
43.2sec
VW Golf GTI TCR 44.4sec
1450mm 670mm
730-1490mm 1015-1270mm
415-790mm
1090mm
The Golf has the pokiest boot, but it’s well shaped, so it can still take as many carry-on suitcases as the Mégane’s. Rear leg room is decent rather than great, but there’s plenty of head room Boot 380-1270 litres Suitcases 5
Start Finish
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COMPARISON HONDA CIVIC TYPE R
‘The Civic is incredibly poised, so you quickly feel comfortable driving it fast’
RENAULT MEGANE RS
‘Four-wheel steering makes the Mégane agile, while its engine growls and crackles’
BEST TO DRIVE
B-road, giving an objective benchmark in terms of handling limits, and here the Golf was more than a second slower than the closely matched Mégane and Civic. The Golf is at its best when driven at eight-tenths, then, at which point you can really savour its steering and (if you’ve specified the £875 adaptive dampers fitted to our test car) its supple ride. The Civic is even more forgiving, aided by the fact it gets adaptive dampers as standard, whereas the Mégane’s Cup suspension bounces and jostles you about incessantly; it’s only when you drive like there’s a tornado on your tail that it starts to settle and you can appreciate its ability to stay composed on badly surfaced roads. As good as the Mégane’s engine sounds, the fact you can always hear it can become a bit tiring on the motorway, although road noise is relatively subdued by hot hatch standards. There’s a lot more of this in the Civic, along with some exhaust boom, so it’s the noisiest cruiser, while the Golf sits at the other end of the refinement spectrum but still suffers from some rear suspension thudding. BEHIND THE WHEEL Driving position, visibility, build quality
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF GTI
‘The Golf piles on speed with the help of blink-and-you’ll-miss-them gearchanges’
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Inside, the main difference between the TCR and lesser Golf GTIs is that the trademark tartan seat fabric has been swapped for something less retro. The seats themselves are the most conventional here, making them comfortable on long journeys and easy to get in and out of but not ideal for fast driving. Climbing into the front seats of the Civic and Mégane is harder, due to their heavy bolstering. But once settled, you’re held tightly in place through corners and still remain free from aches and pains even after a few hours at the wheel. However, the Mégane’s driving position won’t appeal to everyone, because its seat base is angled up towards the front of the car in a way that makes it feel as if you’re in a really supportive deck chair. Fortunately, the £1500 Recaro buckets go some way towards solving this – and look sensational. Overall, the Golf feels plushest, mainly because of the tactile plastics and sense of solidity that it inherits from the everyday Golf. It also gives you the best allround visibility, thanks to its comparatively large windows, with these backed up by front and rear parking sensors and a rearview camera. The Civic also gets these features, but the Mégane makes do with rear sensors alone.
Honda Civic Type R vs Renault Mégane RS vs Volkswagen Golf GTI WHAT THEY WILL COST
SPACE AND PRACTICALITY Front space, rear space, seating flexibility, boot
All prices correct at time of testing
Honda Civic Type R Renault Mégane RS The best real-world economy Lowest purchase price and and holds its value well monthly PCP payments
Volkswagen Golf GTI Cheapest to insure but priciest to buy and run
PRICES List price Target Price Company car tax
£33,550 £32,750
£31,835 £30,775
£35,305 £35,305
£403
£381
£393
£427
na
na
(per month, until April 2020)
Contract hire (per month) RESALE VALUE BY YEAR
■ Honda Civic Type R ■ Renault Mégane RS ■ Volkswagen Golf GTI
35 30 25
Value (£1000s)
One of the advantages of choosing any hot hatch over a proper sports car is that you don’t have to leave your kids at home, but the Civic is particularly practical. True, it doesn’t have quite as much head room in the rear as the Golf, but there’s loads more leg room. Meanwhile, the Mégane is the worst for those in the back, not only due to the limited amount of head and leg room it has but also because there’s not much space for feet underneath its front seats. It’s a clear win for the Civic when it comes to luggage space, too; its boot is the longest and tallest here and can swallow the most carry-on suitcases: seven. The Golf and Mégane can each take five, although the latter has the narrowest opening and the biggest lip for you to lift stuff over.
£18,453 £17,509
BUYING AND OWNING Costs, equipment, reliability, safety and security
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If you’re a cash buyer, the Mégane will cost you the least and the Golf the most. Indeed, there’s a significant £4530 between them once discounts are factored in, and although the Golf is cheaper to service and insure, it also depreciates more quickly, so the gap shrinks only to £4111 over three years and 36,000 miles of ownership. As for the Civic, it will cost £1975 more than the Mégane up front, with the difference falling to £1615 in the long run. The running order is the same if you take out PCP finance; the Mégane will cost you a single quid per month less than the Civic but £92 per month less than the Golf. The Mégane also makes the cheapest company car, because while it emits the most CO2, it also has the lowest P11D value. All three come well equipped, although the Mégane is the only one without standard adaptive cruise control (which maintains a set distance from the car in front). Plus, Renault puts traffic sign recognition and lane departure warning in a £250 pack, whereas Honda and Volkswagen include these safety aids as standard.
THREE-YEAR COST
0 year
1 year
£17,299
2 years
3 years
■ Depreciation ■ Insurance ■ Servicing ■ Road tax ■ Fuel (Test MPG)
Honda Civic Type R
£290 £14,298
£3006 £2174
Renault Mégane RS
£6118
Total £25,886
£290 £13,266
Total £6188 £24,271
£2841 £1686
Volkswagen Golf GTI
£290 £18,006
£2772 £1047
£6267
Total £28,382
PCP FINANCE COSTS Three-year term, £3000 customer deposit, 12,000 miles per year Car
Honda Civic Type R
Renault Mégane RS
Volkswagen Golf GTI
£445
£444
£536
na
£250
na
£16,584
£15,905
£15,278
5.9%
4.9%
2.4%
10p per mile
8p per mile
9p per mile
£10 option to purchase fee
na
£10 option to purchase fee
Monthly cost Manufacturer deposit contribution Optional final payment Representative APR Excess mileage charge Other fees
EQUIPMENT
✓ Standard 7 Not available
Alloy wheel size
Cruise control/ adaptive
Dual-zone climate control
Honda Civic Type R
20in
Renault Mégane RS
19in
Volkswagen Golf GTI
18in
✓/✓ ✓/ £400* ✓/✓
✓ ✓ ✓
DAB/ Infotainment Apple Bluetooth/ screen size CarPlay/ sat-nav Android Auto
✓/✓/ ✓ ✓/✓/ ✓ ✓/✓/ ✓
7.0in 7.0in 8.0in
✓/ ✓ ✓/ ✓ ✓/ ✓
Leather seats
Panoramic sunroof
7 7**
£700
£1780
£1000
7
Parking sensors front/rear
✓/ ✓ ✓ ✓/ ✓
£400^ /
Rear-view camera
Keyless start/entry
Metallic paint
✓
✓/ ✓ ✓/ ✓ ✓/ ✓
£525
£400^
✓
£550 £595
*Part of Safety Pack Premium **Alcantara Recaro seats are available for £1200 ^Front parking sensors and rear-view camera come together in a £400 pack
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mpg mpg mpg
COMPARISON STATS, SPECS AND RATINGS Honda Civic Type R 2.0 VTEC Turbo GT
Renault Mégane RS 300 Trophy
Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR 5dr
Width 2085mm
Width 2065mm
Width 2027mm
2180mm 1434mm
680mm
2010mm 1445mm
2699mm 4557mm ECONOMY & EMISSIONS OFFICIAL Combined MPG Low speed (WLTP) Medium speed High speed
33.2mpg 25.2mpg 34.4mpg 38.2mpg
OFFICIAL MPG (WLTP)
740mm
1970mm 1482mm
660mm
2669mm
2626mm
4372mm
4268mm
Combined Low speed Medium speed High speed
34.5mpg na na na
OFFICIAL MPG (WLTP)
Combined Low speed Medium speed High speed
36.7mpg 27.4mpg 37.7mpg 42.2mpg
Test MPG Fuel cost per 12,000 miles
32.4mpg £2039
Test MPG Fuel cost per 12,000 miles
32.0mpg £2063
Test MPG Fuel cost per 12,000 miles
31.6mpg £2089
Tank CO2 emissions (NEDC)
46 litres 176g/km
Tank CO2 emissions (NEDC)
50 litres 183g/km
Tank CO2 emissions (NEDC)
55 litres 153g/km
SAFETY Euro NCAP rating (2017) All protection
92%
yyyyy 75%
75%
88%
Euro NCAP rating (2015) All protection
88%
yyyyy 87%
71%
71%
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Euro NCAP rating (2012)* All protection
94%
89%
65%
71%
*Rating officially expired in January 2019
POWERTRAIN Engine Peak power Peak torque Gearbox
4cyl, 1996cc, turbo, petrol 316bhp @ 6500rpm 295Ib ft @ 2500-4500rpm 6-spd manual
Engine Peak power Peak torque Gearbox
4cyl, 1798cc, turbo, petrol 296bhp @ 6000rpm 295Ib ft @ 3200rpm 6-spd manual
Engine Peak power Peak torque Gearbox
4cyl, 1984cc, turbo, petrol 286bhp @ 5000-6200rpm 280Ib ft @ 1950-5300rpm 7-spd dual-clutch automatic
PERFORMANCE
0-60mph 5.4sec
Weather conditions Dry
Top speed 169mph
0-60mph 5.7sec
Top speed 161mph
0-60mph 5.2sec
Top speed 164mph
Acceleration 30-70mph through the gears 4.6sec 30-50mph 3rd 2.4sec 4th 4.0sec 5th 6.0sec 6th 9.2sec 50-70mph 3rd 2.3sec 4th 3.0sec 5th 3.9sec 6th 5.5sec
Acceleration 30-70mph through the gears 4.9sec 30-50mph 3rd 2.6sec 4th 4.1sec 5th 6.4sec 6th 9.9sec 50-70mph 3rd 2.5sec 4th 3.3sec 5th 4.8sec 6th 6.8sec
Acceleration 30-70mph through the gears 4.2sec 30-50mph in kickdown 1.8sec 50-70mph in kickdown 2.4sec
Braking 30-0mph 7.5m 70-0mph 41.4m
Braking 30-0mph 8.0m 70-0mph 43.9m
Braking 30-0mph 9.0m 70-0mph 45.8m
Noise
Noise
Noise
At 30mph 65.6dB At 70mph 72.2dB
At 30mph 64.4dB At 70mph 71.2dB
At 30mph 62.9dB At 70mph 70.6dB
CARS PICTURED Honda Civic Type R 2.0 VTEC Turbo GT with Polished Metal metallic paint (£525)
Renault Mégane RS 300 Trophy with Recaro Sports Pack (£1500), Liquid Yellow paint (£1300), Bose Pack (£800), front parking sensors and rear-view camera (£400) and Visio System Pack (£250)
Volkswagen Golf GTI TCR 5dr with panoramic sunroof (£1000), Dynamic Chassis Control (£875), Dynaudio Excite soundpack (£575), honeycomb side decals (£555) and Tornado Red paint (£360)
Driving Performance Ride Handling Refinement Behind the wheel Driving position Visibility Infotainment Quality Space and practicality Front space Rear space Seating flexibility Boot Buying and owning Costs Equipment Reliability Safety and security
Driving Performance Ride Handling Refinement Behind the wheel Driving position Visibility Infotainment Quality Space and practicality Front space Rear space Seating flexibility Boot Buying and owning Costs Equipment Reliability Safety and security
OUR RATINGS Driving Performance Ride Handling Refinement Behind the wheel Driving position Visibility Infotainment Quality Space and practicality Front space Rear space Seating flexibility Boot Buying and owning Costs Equipment Reliability Safety and security
Overall rating 82 | June 2019 whatcar.com
Honda Civic Type R vs Renault Mégane RS vs Volkswagen Golf GTI
SAYS As good as the two newcomers are, it’s the Civic Type R that remains the best hot hatch on sale, thanks to its incredible all-round ability. No matter your skill level, it’s thrilling to drive quickly. Then when you’re done larking about, you can slacken off the suspension and it becomes a comfortable and practical family car. The fight for the runnerup spot is tighter, with the Mégane RS and Golf GTI offering very different strengths. But it’s the former that gets the nod, because it’s more fun to drive – and above all else, that’s what a hot hatch should be. If you add up the stars, you’ll see that the Golf actually earns more. The trouble is that few of these are in areas you’d expect, given that it’s supposed to be racing car-inspired. Yes, it’s crazily fast in a straight line, but it’s outclassed through the corners. If you want its plush interior and impressive refinement, buy a GTI Performance and save yourself thousands.
Honda Civic Type R
1
For Wonderfully precise and entertaining handling; supple ride; great driving position; easily the most practical Against Terrible infotainment system; too much road noise Recommended options Metallic paint (£525)
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Renault Mégane RS
2
For Incredible agility; sounds fantastic; cheap in this company Against Firm ride; least practical; you’ll want to add a few options Recommended options Recaro Sports Pack (£1500), metallic paint (from £550), Visio System Pack (£250)
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Volkswagen Golf GTI
3
For Sensational straight-line pace; quiet and comfy for a hot hatch; classiest interior
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OUR CARS
FIRST REPORT
The e-Niro is exempt from London’s ULEZ fee and Congestion Charge; it takes 9hr 50min to get from 0-100% using a 7kW charger; the interior isn’t intimidating to EV newbies
Kia e-Niro
First Edition
Does our 2019 Car of the Year – the first electric model to win the accolade – really require no compromises? Jim Holder Jim.Holder@haymarket.com
FIRST ELECTRIC CAR, first car manufactured outside Europe and first car from a Korean brand; the Kia e-Niro’s victory at this year’s What Car? Car of the Year Awards was an even more momentous one than usual, and it serves as the perfect example of the many ways in which cars are changing. The nuances are many and varied, but boil it back and the e-Niro triumphed for three main reasons: at £32,995 (after a £3500 government grant), it costs little to no more than its rivals, yet it has a substantially greater range than any of them bar the closely related Hyundai Kona Electric, and it comes in a practical package. When quizzed over the decision by all and sundry, as inevitably happens, my one-line answer is invariably that the e-Niro is the first 84 | June 2019 whatcar.com
electric vehicle (EV) I could imagine owning without making any compromises to my life. Now I’m about to find out if that’s true. I make that statement based on the worstcase scenario, which is, I’ll admit, a strange RIVALS
Hyundai Kona Electric Has the best range of any EV we’ve tested, but the e-Niro is more practical.
Nissan Leaf Was our Electric Car of the Year in 2018, but its range is now far from the best.
way to choose a car but seemingly a backstop that many electric car drivers default to. With the e-Niro’s What Car? Real Range of 253 miles, my longest common journey – a trip to the in-laws’ in Pembrokeshire – looks entirely achievable, potentially without the need to stop and charge en route. In any case, given that the chances of me persuading my wife and kids to go four hours without a break are slim and that the UK’s charging network is expanding so quickly, I can assume I’ll have the opportunity to pop 20 minutes of charge in at least once if necessary. That should be enough to ensure range is never an issue, although it’s going to be an interesting test finding out just how much potential range a steady 70mph cruise eats. It’s true that a car with a combustion engine would allow me to turn around and come back again the same day or go even farther, but I can only twice recall doing such journeys in my life: once when I drove 500 miles in a day for a magazine feature and once when I had an urgent mission to get to Edinburgh from London, which I drove non-stop. Had I attempted the latter in the e-Niro, I would have run out of juice around Hartlepool, which I will confess would have been far from ideal.
e-Niro handles neatly and has smooth, precise steering
‘It’s important that the excitement over going electric doesn’t mask a fair assessment’ Finding out if my confidence is well placed is going to be interesting, but already the signs are good, with – surprisingly, given our experience of early electric cars – the dashboard display measuring a mile of range depleted for every mile travelled, even when the car is driven at consistently higher speeds. However, I also need to hold myself back from focusing just on range. After all, no car buyer has ever needed to fixate on how far their petrol, diesel or hybrid car can take them – just on how much it has cost or how many poisonous gases it has emitted to get there. If electric cars are to be adopted widely, range needs to be similarly inconsequential. There are certainly other joys to consider with this First Edition model, because it’s loaded with just about every extra you can imagine. Standout impressions vary from the mildly futuristic and decently classy (but not intimidating) interior fit, finish and technology through to all of the practical touches, from numerous USB ports (three in the front) to lots of storage areas and generous passenger space. There are compromises that require further assessment, too, not least the firm ride, which is presumably a result of the battery’s heavy weight. So far, it’s something that people have commented on rather than complained about, but it’s important that the excitement over going electric doesn’t mask a fair assessment of all else on which we would judge a ‘normal’ car. One thing is certain, though: change is coming. And by driving the finest example of the new electric car breed over the next few months, I’ll get an unparalleled insight into all of the pros and cons of that. LOGBOOK Kia e-Niro First Edition Mileage 3032 List price £36,495 (before £3500 gov’t grant) Target Price £32,995 Price as tested £37,060 Options Graphite premium paint (£565) Test range 253 miles Official range 282 miles (WLTP) Contract hire £332 per month Insurance group 28 Typical insurance quote £765 per year
It’s easy to spin the Ateca’s front wheels when setting off
Seat Ateca
1.5 TSI Evo 150 Xcellence DSG
A shortage of traction causes dismay, and the search for an ideal driving position leads to a compromise Allan Muir Allan.Muir@haymarket.com Mileage 1295 List price £28,270 Target Price £25,858 Price as tested £28,385 Test economy 28.6mpg
WE HAVEN’T HAD much ice and snow on the ground in my part of south-east England since I picked up the Ateca (touch wood), but I’ve still noticed that it has surprisingly poor traction when pulling away from a standstill. Even when the road is simply damp or cold, the front wheels tend to start spinning frustratingly easily as I move off from junctions – particularly if I’m trying to accelerate briskly to take advantage of a gap in traffic. This is often accompanied by a resounding thump from underneath the car, presumably as the traction control kicks in to quell the wheelspin. Some of this might be to do with the type of tyres fitted (Bridgestone Turanza T001s), although I have no reason to doubt their performance. However, the optional sevenspeed dual-clutch automatic gearbox fitted to my car must also take some of the blame, because it tends to hesitate in precisely these circumstances before lurching into action. I’ve taken to nudging the gear selector into Sport mode even around town to sharpen up the gearbox’s responses, reducing the lag away from a standstill, but the shortage of traction remains one of the few things about the Ateca that have been bugging me so far. Frankly, it’s enough of an issue for me that I would seriously consider going for a fourwheel-drive model next time to get decent traction, even though I know it would have an impact on fuel economy and CO2 emissions. We don’t normally recommend four-wheel drive in family SUVs such as the Ateca, but Seat has just introduced a 4Drive version of the 1.5 TSI Evo (to join the 187bhp 2.0 TSI 4Drive), and I’d welcome the more even distribution of power that such a system would no doubt provide.
Meanwhile, in the process of fine-tuning the Ateca’s driving position to suit me perfectly, I’ve sacrificed some of my view of the instrument dials by dropping the steering wheel down to a more natural-feeling location (it has to be set too high if I’m to see the entirety of the dials). That means the top of the wheel rim cuts off my view of the rev counter above 4000rpm and the speedometer above 80mph – no great loss in either case, especially as I usually have a speed readout showing in the digital display between the dials. The only slight downside is that the wheel also blocks my view of the clock and gear indicator in the top corners of that screen, forcing me to duck my head if I want to glance at either of them, but it’s a compromise that I can live with in order to be comfortable. Despite what I’ve said about the poor traction, it hasn’t taken any time at all for me to bond with the Ateca. It feels much lighter and more agile than you’d expect of a car like this, so you can have some fun with it on a twisty road without it feeling out of its depth. In addition, its size is proving ideal, in that it’s compact enough (at 4363mm long and 2078mm wide, including mirrors) to be easy to park and thread through narrow London streets, unlike many larger SUVs, yet it’s plenty roomy and comfortable enough inside for my needs. I guess I’ll just have to practise pulling away from intersections as gently as possible…
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The A3 combines a refined ride with sharp handling
Skoda Fabia 1.0 TSI 95 SE L
Mileage 8687 List price £16,510 Target Price £15,608 Price as tested £17,630 Test economy 49.2mpg
Audi A3 Sportback
USED CAR
1.5 TFSI 150 Sport
There are seemingly endless settings, but we’ve finally got the suspension, steering and engine just right Max Adams Max.Adams@haymarket.com Mileage 6273 List price new (2018) £25,135 Price new with options £30,695 Value now £18,800 Test economy 47.8mpg
WITH THE MILES racking up on my used Audi A3 Sportback, it’s about time I went into what it’s like to drive and, just as importantly, work out whether its new 1.5-litre turbo petrol engine is better than the 1.4-litre unit it supplanted. First, unlike the majority of Seat Leons, Skoda Octavias and Volkswagen Golfs that are based on the same platform, all A3s come with fully independent rear suspension; the others make do with a semi-independent set-up that’s more space-efficient but less sophisticated. Think of semi-independent suspension as like running an egg-and-spoon race with your shoelaces tied together; you’re eventually going to trip up and get yolk on your face. A fully independent system is much better, because there isn’t the same level of influence shared between the two rear wheels. That means when one of them hits a bump, the other isn’t directly affected, making the car feel more surefooted (and enabling it to compete in the 110m hurdles race – probably).
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The second advantage our A3 has over its Volkswagen Group relatives is adaptive dampers. Having played around with all their various settings, I’ve settled on Comfort mode. This doesn’t endow the A3 with a magic carpet ride, in that you can still feel some of what’s going on beneath you, but it deals with the initial shock from bumps incredibly well – far better than some cars twice the price, in fact. As for the steering, if you put it in Dynamic mode, it just feels like the front tyres are set in treacle. Comfort is a lot more pleasant, making the wheel far lighter off-centre before gaining in heft when more lock is applied at speed. Finally, we get to the engine. The 1.5 TFSI has exactly the same power and torque figures as the old 1.4 TFSI but also plenty of technology to reduce emissions, in addition to its slightly greater capacity. The software that controls the engine is different, too. This has caused some consternation among owners of Skoda Karoqs powered by the same engine; they say it has a tendency to make the car ‘kangaroo’ when setting off, especially when it’s cold. Now, I’ve noticed in initial running during cold weather that my A3 can do a fine job of mimicking the behaviour of Australia’s most famous marsupial. But I’ve also discovered that it helps to put the engine in its Dynamic setting through the Individual driving mode, because the faster response to accelerator inputs this engenders makes it easier to set the accelerator when finding the biting point, therefore enabling you to pull away smoothly. On first acquaintance, I wasn’t quite as bowled over by the A3 Sportback as I was by my old Leon 1.4 EcoTSI FR Technology. But I now realise the A3 is more mature and thus simply takes a little longer to warm to. Once you’re there, you too will no doubt appreciate its smooth ride, low levels of road noise and tidy handling. Just make sure the engine is up to temperature before passing final judgement.
Am I going crazy? It would appear that the Fabia’s rear-view mirror just isn’t large enough to show the entirety of the rear window; no matter how I adjust it, the top or bottom slivers of screen are out of sight. This is incredibly frustrating – kind of like that mental itch when the volume on the TV isn’t on an odd or even (depending on your personal neuroticism) number. So I end up tweaking it several times before I set off and at red lights but, alas, it’s never quite right. Recent spells in a Peugeot 508 and a Kia Ceed were a welcome relief, because those cars have the opposite problem of a pillboxlike rear window and a big, chunky rear-view mirror. This way round feels like the lesser of two evils, although I’d obviously much rather both components be on the large side. KC
Audi Q3 35 TFSI S tronic
Mileage 3169 List price £34,150 Target Price £33,319 Price as tested £37,565 Test economy 33.3mpg Like many modern cars, my Audi Q3 doesn’t have a lot of buttons on its centre console. Instead, most functions are controlled through its infotainment touchscreen, leaving much of the dashboard bare. To maintain a suitably premium look, then, Audi has fitted shiny piano black plastic trim pieces, which looked fantastic when the car was new and clean. Trouble is, there are few materials that attract fingerprints and dust quite so much. And because it’s all over the dashboard, the Q3’s interior is starting to look a bit grubby. Passengers are now advised when they enter the car not to touch anything, for fear of them leaving greasy marks in some corner where my brain will go mad the next time I spot them. DM
OUR CARS
Hyundai Santa Fe
2.2 CRDi 4WD Premium SE
With a torquey engine and four-wheel drive, off-roading is no issue
FIRST REPORT
Let’s see if our new large SUV can beat the comfort and practicality of a much-loved posh estate John Bradshaw John.Bradshaw@haymarket.com
APOLOGIES TO THOSE of you who are regular readers, because having not so long ago made the case for choosing an estate car over an SUV, I’ve now gone and chosen… yes, an SUV. It was back when I’d just picked up my previous long-termer, a Volvo V60, that I said: “Every SUV I’ve run has been compromised in some way or other, suffering from worse fuel economy, a higher rate of tax or poorer ride and handling than regular cars.” But although this is completely true, after a while I began missing the combination of style, space and visibility that makes SUVs so popular. And so here I am, running a new Hyundai Santa Fe. I’ve chosen range-topping Premium SE trim to go with the only available engine – a 2.2-litre diesel – and four-wheel drive. This gets me a
‘Despite its badge, the Santa Fe looks every bit a rival for the Land Rover Discovery Sport’
raft of equipment as standard, including 19in alloy wheels, electric seat adjustment for both the driver and front passenger, adaptive cruise control and a heated steering wheel. In fact, the only option I needed to spec was metallic paint; I chose Earthy Bronze. Even without the fancy finish, though, I like the design of the new Santa Fe. It looks every bit a rival for the Land Rover Discovery Sport, despite not having a premium badge on its nose. At first glance, its interior is equally smart, with an area of faux leather that curves around the top of the dashboard. However, upon closer inspection, there’s a selection of scratchy plastics on display, such as around the door handles and the centre console. Likewise, the way the 8.0in infotainment screen is integrated – or rather not integrated – could be better, because it just looks stuck on. At least it’s bright and mostly easy to use. Also included with Premium SE is an opening panoramic sunroof. And while sunroofs are often best avoided if you’re tall, because of the way they can eat into head room, the Santa Fe is so roomy that I haven’t had any complaints yet. Now that my children have grown up and flown the nest, I no longer need a third row of seats. However, knowing that I now have the option to carry more than four passengers does open up opportunities, especially when acting as chauffeur for my football squad. The rearmost seats are easy to erect and fold completely flat into the boot floor, so they don’t hinder storage capabilities. But I’ll let you know later how my burly team-mates get on when they’re stuffed in the boot.
Speaking of which, one of the main things I look for with my car choices is boot space, for my large array of photography equipment; this was one of my main reasons for choosing the V60 last time. The Santa Fe also scores well in this area, plus its load bay features practical touches such as luggage hooks and netting. The driving experience is more of a mixed bag, because there’s sometimes a notable pause before the turbocharger kicks in when I try to pull away in a hurry and progress can be a little jerky at slow speeds when the eight-speed automatic gearbox is shifting up or down. The ride is particularly comfortable, though, so a recent 400-mile trip flew by with no aches or pains. In fact, the elevated, chair-like driving position of the Santa Fe is, for me, a vast improvement on the low-slung V60’s. It will be interesting reacquainting myself with the ups and downs of an SUV. Have I made the right call this time, or will I be swinging back towards an estate in a few months’ time? LOGBOOK Hyundai Santa Fe 2.2 CRDi 4WD Premium SE Mileage 4050 List price £43,320 Target Price £41,229 Price as tested £44,010 Options Earthy Bronze metallic paint (£690) Test economy 34.0mpg Official economy 38.7mpg (WLTP) Contract hire £385 per month Insurance group 40 Typical insurance quote £1002 per year whatcar.com June 2019 | 87
Alfa Romeo Stelvio 2.2D 210 Q4 Milano Edizione
The Stelvio is fantastic for the family yet also scintillating for Steve
FINAL REPORT
If engaging dynamics are primary among your SUV priorities, should you leave Germany for Italy? Steve.Huntingford Steve.Huntingford@haymarket.com
ALFA ROMEO HAS always produced greatlooking cars, but its performance in customer satisfaction studies suggested they weren’t so great to live with. That all changed in 2017, though, when the Italian brand made the top 10 of our Reliability Survey – a feat it repeated last year, beating all the Germans in doing so. At the start of this long-term test, then, I was hoping to find out for myself whether Alfa Romeo really has rediscovered its mojo, and by extension whether you should choose its first SUV, the Stelvio, over long-established models such as the Audi Q5 and BMW X3. My conclusion, without wishing to give too much away up front, is that it depends on your priorities. While the Stelvio isn’t especially roomy by large SUV standards, I still found
‘It’s a pleasure to swoop from apex to apex, beguiled by how composed the car is’ 88 | June 2019 whatcar.com
it more than practical enough, with it easily swallowing the paraphernalia a family outing with my two-year-old daughter requires. What’s more, the fact that its suspension is set up to be sporty – in other words, firm – is actually a good thing when children are along for the ride, because it minimises the vertical bouncing and side-to-side jostling that can make them car sick and which is so often present in SUVs. Where the Stelvio really dazzles, though, is in the way it performs when you’re on your own and don’t have to worry about spilled drinks or green gills. Its light, quick steering takes a little getting used to, but once you have, it’s a pleasure to swoop from apex to apex, beguiled by just how composed the car is. Body roll is kept to a minimum and you can really lean on the Stelvio in fast bends, trusting that it’s never going to step out of line or act untowardly. Those steering characteristics are just as much of a plus in town, making this big car surprisingly easy to park and manoeuvre. However, you’re better off looking elsewhere if you value a plush interior more. It’s not that the Stelvio’s is shoddily assembled; everything feels solid enough and there were no obvious signs of wear in my car, even though it had covered more than 18,000 miles prior to its arrival. It’s that the climate controls and gear selector feel rather light and plasticky and the on-screen graphics are nowhere near as sophisticated as those of Audis and BMWs. Fortunately, this doesn’t make Alfa Romeo’s infotainment system tricky to use; like the Q5 and X3, the Stelvio has a rotary dial for scrolling through its various menus, and I found this
far less distracting while driving than the touchscreen in my previous car, a Volvo XC40. Instead, it was the three faults that my Stelvio suffered that leave the biggest black mark on its report card, with the battery discharging itself for no obvious reason at the start of our partnership and two subsequent engine warning lights requiring me to call Alfa Romeo’s roadside assistance hotline. These incidents definitely give me pause for thought when it comes to the question of whether I’d recommend someone buy a Stelvio. But the fact that so few Alfa Romeo owners are reporting similar problems these days provides some reassurance, and for me the good things absolutely outweigh the bad. Yes, there are better all-rounders, but if you value the things the Stelvio does well, you’ll absolutely love it. LOGBOOK Afla Romeo Stelvio 2.2D 210 Q4 Milano Edizione Mileage 23,428 List price new (2017) £43,990 Price new with options £46,235 Value now £26,598 Options Metallic paint (£770), Driver Assistance Pack Plus (£700), Sound Theatre by Harmon Kardon (£500), space-saver spare wheel (£275) Test economy 37.4mpg Official economy 58.9mpg (NEDC) Contract hire na Insurance group 33 Typical insurance quote £865 per year
OUR CARS
Volkswagen Amarok 3.0 V6 TDI 258 Highline auto
Will.Williams Neil.Williams@haymarket.com Mileage 8100 List price £42,857 Target Price na Price as tested £47,040 Test economy 26.3mpg AS A PHOTOGRAPHER, I always carry loads of gear in the boot of whatever I’m driving. So if anyone at What Car? is able to properly judge a pick-up truck, it’s me. First off, my new Volkswagen Amarok certainly isn’t lacking in size. In fact, after my first few journeys in it, I thought it was perhaps a little too big. You see, there’s so much space in the load bay that if I take a corner enthusiastically, my luggage is sent flying all over the place. Fortunately, I’ve thought up an ingenious remedy: put a Euro pallet in the load bed.Yes, you read that right. Shoving one of those at the back leaves enough space for me to stack my bags securely against the tailgate, preventing them from becoming airborne during my journey. During What Car?’s pick-up mega-test last year, we got our trusty tape measure out and
confirmed that the Amarok has the widest load bay of any truck on sale in the UK. What’s more, its tailgate can support 100kg when folded down – just about enough that I can sit on it to eat my lunch. The dealer-fit Truckman Grand hardtop is a brilliant addition that keeps everything dry and adds some much-needed extra security. It has a bright LED light to make unloading in the dark easier, too. I miss being able to access the load bay from the side, mind you; instead, I’m forced to climb inside and drag things out. It’s also a bit annoying that the tailgate has to be unlocked manually and separately from the rest of the vehicle. In this modern world of keyless entry, surely Volkswagen can enable it to open with the remote central locking? Anyway, for a truly professional opinion of my pick-up, I enlisted the help of our industrial estate neighbours, who use forklift trucks to load and unload pallets from lorries. After giving the Amarok’s load bay a good look over, they all seemed suitably impressed.
Amarok has the widest bed of any pick-up; Will has to use a pallet to secure his things
Jaguar XE
USED CAR
2.0 240 R-Sport
Mark.Pearson Mark.Pearson@haymarket.com Mileage 12,995 List price new (2017) £40,125 Price new with options £57,809 Value now £22,400 Test economy 38.6mpg
with an 825W Meridian sound system, at £2545. I’m trying to figure out why I would want to have my daily commute displayed on the screen when I get in the car; it would be a bit worrying if I couldn’t remember it. However, the stereo is great, especially for speech and pop music. Similarly, I’m still to find a use for the dual-view function on the 10.0in touchscreen, which lets
THE EAGLE-EYED among you might have spotted the enormous discrepancy between our used Jaguar XE’s list price when new and its price with all the options that the first owner specified. The Firenze Red paintwork, for starters, was £650, and our car sits on 19in black splitspoke alloy wheels that cost £1255. Now, the basic XE is a handsome-looking thing, and I sometimes think our top-spec car in comparison looks a little overdone, like a young girl wearing too much make-up. Mark doesn’t agree the black alloys better the XE’s look Everyone else seems to love it, however, so that might you and your passenger view just be me yearning for the different things at the same time. simplistic (or showing my age). But the graphics are clear and I’m a much bigger fan of the the software responds to inputs adaptive and configurable much quicker than that found in dynamics options, which enable Jaguars of old. you to switch between different In fact, there are so many settings to enhance the responses luscious goodies on offer that of the engine, gearbox and it comes as a bit of a surprise steering and fine-tune the ride. to note my XE doesn’t have a And wouldn’t you want heated sunroof. Well, I suppose even a fully rear seats to make your family loaded car can’t have everything. feel important, or tinted glass and One other thing this one does electric window blinds in the rear have, though, is four-wheel drive, to keep the paparazzi at bay? which makes it feel a bit more One of the more expensive surefooted than its rear-wheeloptions is the Pro Navigation Pack drive siblings but no less fun.
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USED CARS Hyundai Kona BUYING GUIDE This small SUV certainly sticks out, but is it a strong contender in the crowded small SUV marketplace? In production 2017-present Price from £13,000 Our favourite 1.0 T-GDi SE Max Adams Max.Adams@haymarket.com
HERE’S AN INTERESTING fact: the man who oversaw the design of the Hyundai Kona, Luc Donckerwolke, also drew up the Lamborghini Murciélago. And while no small SUV will ever be anywhere near as exciting as a V12 supercar, you can see that he tried his best to make this one as eye-catching as realistically possible. The quirky result won’t be everyone’s cup of tea (especially if you see it in Hyundai’s lovely Acid Yellow paint), but its truncated shape, high driving position and familyfocused interior will appeal to many. And with the Kona undercutting rivals such as the Seat Arona and Volkswagen T-Roc on the used market, it could well prove to be a stand-out option. The engine range of the Kona consists of two turbocharged petrols and two diesels. If you want fourwheel drive, you’ll need the 173bhp 1.6-litre petrol, which is paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox. The less powerful (118bhp) three-cylinder 1.0-litre petrol drives the front wheels alone through a six-speed manual shifter but is much more economical. If you rack up a hefty mileage each year, choose between the 113bhp and 134bhp 1.6-litre diesel units – and, by extension, the manual or auto. Entry-level S trim gets you 16in alloy wheels, air conditioning, a DAB radio, cruise control and electric windows. SE adds 17in alloy wheels, a 7.0in touchscreen infotainment system with full smartphone compatibility, a rear-view camera and rear parking sensors. Sat-nav, 18in alloys, a bigger (8.0in) touchscreen, automatic lights and a self-dimming rear-view mirror come with Premium, while Premium SE gets electrically adjustable and cooled front seats,
The plastic around the arches, bumpers and foglights is grey regardless of body colour
‘The Kona finds plenty of grip and delivers a reasonable ride’ RIVALS
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Seat Arona
Volkswagen T-Roc
Punchy engines and surefooted handling make a class leader.
Driving experience is top notch, but the interior disappoints.
a heated steering wheel, leather trim, blindspot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert. Rangetopping Premium GT is alone in coming with automatic emergency braking as standard. WHAT’S IT LIKE?
The Kona finds plenty of grip for a small SUV and delivers a reasonable ride on 16in and 17in wheels, but the 18in rims spoil things, especially on rougher stretches of road. The steering is slightly heavier than that of most competitors, such as the Seat Arona, but it’s still light enough for parking, as well as precise and consistently weighted at speed. The tyres and the wind make more of a noise than in other small SUVs, although not excessively so. Hyundai’s 118bhp 1.0-litre petrol engine is impressive, pulling strongly across a wide rev range, even if it isn’t the quietest three-cylinder creation around. The 1.6-litre petrol might be worth considering if you need four-wheel drive,
The Kona measures 1565mm tall, 4165mm long and 2070mm wide
GOOD Decent performance Generous standard kit Good infotainment system BAD Bumpy ride on 18in wheels Not very practical AEB not standard Touchscreen system is flanked by handy shortcut buttons
gets you electrically adjustable lumbar support, which is a novelty in a small SUV. Room for those in the rear is less impressive, however, and taller passengers will find their knees digging into the hard plastic backing of the front seats. The Kona’s boot volume smaller than average for the class, too, but four carry-on suitcases will fit in without issue.
but it can sound boomy when revved and is relatively thirsty. Unfortunately, both 1.6-litre diesels are coarse when worked hard and send unpleasant vibrations through the pedals. Stepping inside the Kona, you’re greeted by a dashboard that’s awash with hard plastics. Granted, the same goes for the T-Roc, but at least you get some coloured pieces that enhance the ambience in that car, whereas you’ll need one of the top two tiers of Kona to get similar flourishes. At least the touchscreen is easy to use, even if its menus aren’t the best laid out, and responds quickly. Space up front is fine, plus there’s lots of adjustment in the seats and steering wheel. In fact, every trim but S
Kona’s rear is cramped; Arona’s is much more spacious
unit software that could lead to some of the airbags not deploying correctly in a collision. Check with your local Hyundai dealer if your Kona is affected by this recall and, if so, whether the remedial work has been done. Dealer maintenance costs 2018 Hyundai can be a bit of an eye-opener. Kona 1.6 T-GDi 4WD Regassing the air conditioning is Premium GT DCT, expensive, because Hyundai uses 2014 miles, £20,980 a more environmentally friendly refrigerant that isn’t yet widely 2018 Hyundai Kona available, but even a replacement HOW MUCH WILL IT COST? 1.0 T-GDi SE, 6581 pair of front wiper blades is Prices for the Kona start at miles, £13,469 currently £64.73; that’s more £13,000 – that for a 2017 1.0 than it costs on a Range Rover. T-GDi S. However, if you increase 2018 Hyundai Kona Hyundai managed a very your budget by just £500, you 1.0 T-GDi S, 17,833 credible ninth place finish out of can afford an SE. Premium will miles, £12,989 31 manufacturers in What Car?’s cost £15,000, while Premium SE latest Reliability Survey, mind you, is more like £17,000. At the so at least invoices shouldn’t be very common. pinnacle, 1.6 T-GDi 4WD Premium GT cars command at least £21,000 – more than front-wheel-drive models. WHICH ONE SHOULD I BUY? Diesel-drinking Konas are rare and the 1.6-litre petrol is expensive to run for a small SUV, so WHAT SHOULD I LOOK FOR? we’d recommend the 118bhp 1.0-litre petrol A single recall has been issued for the Kona to for its ability to blend decent performance date, relating to a fault with the airbag control with parsimonious fuel consumption. SE is our favourite trim, because it serves up all the kit you really need without making you pay over the odds. It also comes with smaller wheels, which allow for a more comfortable ride than those on more expensive models. ONES WE FOUND
SAYS
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USED CARS
Child at heart A used 1.0-litre petrol Skoda Octavia or Vauxhall Astra would be a great choice for a family on a budget. Let’s see how two-year-old examples compare Photography: John Bradshaw
THE CONTENDERS Skoda Octavia
1.0 TSI 115 S
List price when new £16,660 Price today £10,500 Available from 2013-present
One of our favourite family cars, with class-leading space and practicality. Vauxhall Astra
1.0 Ecoflex 105 Design List price when new £16,145 Price today £9500 Available from 2015-present Competent Astra is now old enough that used ones can be had for bargain prices. Price today is based on a 2016 model with average mileage and full service history, correct at time of writing
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THERE WAS A time when the humble threecylinder engine was the preserve of the city car, but things have changed over the past few years as car manufacturers have strived to improve fuel economy and drive down CO2 emissions. These downsized engines are common nearly everywhere now; even family cars work very nicely with them under the bonnet, as the Skoda Octavia and Vauxhall Astra demonstrate. Here, we’re pitching two used examples of these cars against each other. Both are two years old and powered by 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engines. We’re testing them in their cheapest trim levels too, to see just how generous each manufacturer has been with not only space and performance but also equipment. Our aim is to find out which of
these cars makes the most sense for a family on a tight budget as a used purchase. DRIVING Performance, ride, handling, refinement
Although neither car is outright fast on the road, both are capable of hauling a family and their luggage. Of the two, the Octavia feels slightly more eager, courtesy of its more powerful engine. It leaves the Astra behind in a sprint from a standstill and when accelerating from low revs in the higher gears. That said, neither car needs to be worked particularly hard to build speed, and neither sends much vibration back through the controls nor sounds antisocial even when they are pushed hard. Both have relatively slick
Skoda Octavia vs Vauxhall Astra SKODA OCTAVIA
BEST DRIVING POSITION
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1 Higher-quality materials help to give the Octavia a classier feel inside
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2 A 6.5in infotainment touchscreen was standard; smartphone integration wasn’t
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3 Leather steering wheel was standard, along with an airconditioned glovebox BEST RIDE
Suspension can be noisy over bumps, but the Octavia rides comfortably VAUXHALL ASTRA
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1 Astra has the better infotainment; Apple CarPlay and Android Auto were standard 2 Visibility is fine on both cars; Astra alone offered both front and rear parking sensors 3 Astra benefits from steering wheelmounted audio and cruise control buttons
manual gearboxes and positive clutch pedals that make town driving pleasant, too. There’s more of a difference when it comes to handling, though. The Astra feels lighter on its feet and changes direction more eagerly, but its overly light, quick steering makes the car feel nervous and doesn’t inspire confidence. The Octavia, meanwhile, has heavier but far more communicative steering that makes it feel more relaxed when turning in to corners and also more composed as you thread from one bend to the next. On its standard 16in alloy wheels, the Astra is more fidgety over scarred urban roads and transmits the vibrations from broken road surfaces into the interior too readily. The Octavia, on its own standard wheels of the same size, isn’t perfect, either. Its rear
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USED CARS SKODA OCTAVIA
BEST BOOT SPACE
BEST REAR SPACE
980mm
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1080-1910mm 570-820mm 1010-1410mm
710mm
1080mm
Colossal boot gives Octavia a big practicality advantage over all rivals, despite a pronounced lip at entrance; rear seats offer more head room and feel more accommodating ONES WE FOUND
2016 Skoda Octavia 1.0 TSI 115 SE, 16,000 miles, £10,800
2016 Vauxhall Astra 1.0 Ecoflex 105 Tech Line, 9600 miles, £9995
suspension kicks up quite a bit of noise over potholes and ruts, although it manages to keep occupants slightly better isolated from bumps at the same time. However, both three-cylinder engines settle impressively at a steady motorway cruise and road noise is well contained. Only the Astra’s greater wind noise, whipped up by its door mirrors, makes it marginally noisier at the legal limit. SKODA OCTAVIA
Octavia feels more composed in corners, thanks in part to its superior steering VAUXHALL ASTRA
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BEHIND THE WHEEL Driving position, visibility, infotainment, quality
There’s a decent amount of steering wheel and seat adjustment in both cars, so it’s easy to find the right driving position. Neither offered adjustable lumbar support for the front seats as a standard fitting, but it was available as an option on both. Visibility ahead and to the sides is good in both cars, thanks to their thin pillars and tall windows. Your rearward view is slightly more obscured in the Astra, but Vauxhall offered front and rear sensors as an option on the new cars to aid parking. Rear parking sensors only were a £350 option on the Octavia, but neither was available with a rear-view camera. The infotainment systems of both cars are based around touchscreens – 6.5in in the case of the Octavia and 7.0in in the Astra. Both provide good response times and similarly logical menu structures, but the Astra’s larger on-screen buttons are easier to hit on the move. BEST TO DRIVE
The Astra goes one better again by coming with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring (it was an option on the Octavia when new), making it easier to use some of your phone’s functions via the touchscreen. The Astra rounds off an impressive show of infotainment by also throwing in standard steering wheel-mounted cruise control and audio system buttons, which you can’t get with this Octavia trim level. The Octavia has the classier interior, though. Both cars have piano black accents on their dashboards, but the Octavia’s other plastics are more appealingly textured and everything feels more solidly bolted together. SPACE AND PRACTICALITY Front space, rear space, seating flexibility, boot
Mum and Dad can sit very comfortably in the front seats, because both cars have plenty of head and leg room. In the back, the Octavia has more head room and feels the more capacious, even though the Astra has slightly more leg room. Three younger children will easily fit side by side in each case, but three lanky teenagers or adults will find it a squeeze. When it comes to boot space, there’s a clear winner. The Octavia’s load bay isn’t just bigger; it’s the largest in this class, even dwarfing some from the classes above. It isn’t perfect, though; there’s a pronounced lip at its entrance and no height-adjustable boot floor. While the Astra’s boot will easily swallow a couple of mediumsized suitcases and two or three holdalls, it can’t keep up in this company. BUYING AND OWNING Costs, equipment, reliability, safety and security
New, the Octavia was the more expensive car by around £500. Now, at two years old, it’s the more expensive by, on average, around £1000 – a sign that it’s holding its value better. This trend is expected to continue as the cars age, so, while the Astra looks like good value, it’s likely to cost you more in depreciation. Other than that, the Astra should be cheaper to run. Indeed, it uses slightly less fuel in realworld driving and costs less to insure, plus road tax is free, thanks to its sub-100g/km CO2 output. Only servicing is pricier on the Astra.
‘While the Astra looks like good value, it’s likely to cost you more in depreciation’
Skoda Octavia vs Vauxhall Astra VAUXHALL ASTRA
970mm
950mm 590-840mm
790-1590mm
730mm
900-1010mm
1090mm
Boot may not be in the same league for space, but unlike the Octavia’s, it has a height-adjustable floor for added versatility; rear leg room is actually a bit better than in Octavia
Both cars come with manual air conditioning, electric and heated door mirrors, electric front windows, DAB radio, a USB socket and Bluetooth. The Astra wins the equipment race, though, by throwing in electric rear windows, LED daytime running lights and cruise control. However, the Octavia has a more comprehensive list of safety and security equipment, despite the fact that both cars
achieved five-star crash test ratings with Euro NCAP. Both come with an engine immobiliser and a tyre pressure monitor, but the Octavia has one more airbag (seven versus six) and offered the chance to add two more in the rear when it was new. Only Vauxhall offered the chance to add automatic emergency braking, but the absence of a standard-fit alarm means that security firm Thatcham rated the Astra poorer than the Octavia for resisting thieves.
STATS, SPECS AND RATINGS Skoda Octavia
Vauxhall Astra
Width 2000mm Boot 590-1580 litres
Width 2030mm Boot 370-1210 litres
1.0 TSI 115 S
1.0 Ecoflex 105 Design
2170mm 1461mm
710mm
2030mm 1485mm
2686mm 4670mm
730mm
2662mm 4370mm
ECONOMY & EMISSIONS Official average (NEDC) 62.8mpg Tank 50 litres CO2 emissions 104g/km
Official average (NEDC) 65.7mpg Tank 48 litres CO2 emissions 99g/km
SAFETY
y xy xy xy xy x
Euro NCAP crash rating All protection
93%
86%
66%
66%
y xy xy xy xy x
Euro NCAP crash rating All protection
86%
84%
83%
SAYS This is yet another used test that ends up being a very close call. Choose either of these and you’ll be getting a top-notch family car that represents superb value for money when bought at this age. Of the two, the Astra is the more agile, has a better infotainment system and more standard kit and in day-to-day use might cost you slightly less to run. It’s a fine car and you’d be more than happy with your choice if you bought one for family use. Even so, the Octavia is the one we’d pick. In part, that’s due to its more comfortable ride, classier interior, stronger performance and its cheaper long-term running costs if you factor in its stronger resale values. But what really clinches its victory is its class-leading space. It has more room inside for passengers, especially those in the rear, and its boot is colossal. The Octavia remains our recommended family car to buy new and, on the basis of this test, it’s also our favourite to buy used.
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POWERTRAIN Engine Peak power Peak torque Gearbox
3cyl, 999cc, turbo, petrol 113bhp @ 5500rpm 148lb ft @ 2000rpm 6-spd manual
Engine Peak power Peak torque Gearbox
PERFORMANCE
0-60mph 9.8sec
3cyl, 999cc, turbo, petrol 104bhp @ 5500rpm 125lb ft @ 1800rpm 5-spd manual Weather conditions Dry
Top speed 126mph
0-60mph 10.5sec
Top speed 124mph
Acceleration 30-70mph through the gears 9.4sec
Acceleration 30-70mph through the gears 10.5sec
30-50mph 3rd 4.7sec 4th 6.5sec 5th 9.5sec 6th 16.4sec
30-50mph 3rd 5.4sec 4th 8.4sec 5th 13.2sec
50-70mph 3rd 6.1sec 4th 6.8sec 5th 8.9sec 6th 11.3sec
50-70mph 3rd 6.1sec 4th 8.7sec 5th 11.4sec
Braking 30-0mph 8.1m 70-0mph 47.1m
Braking 30-0mph 8.6m 70-0mph 47.1m
CARS PICTURED Skoda Octavia 1.0 TSI 115 SE with Candy White paint (£175) and Amundsen touchscreen infotainment system with sat-nav (£750)
Vauxhall Astra 1.0 Ecotech 105 Tech Line with Lava Red paint (£275), Vauxhall OnStar (£395) and Driving Assistance Pack (£795)
Skoda Octavia For Bigger boot; stronger performance; higher-quality interior; more comfortable Against Only average standard equipment; noisier suspension
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Vauxhall Astra For Very well equipped as standard; better infotainment system; cheaper to buy Against Unsettled low-speed ride; nervous steering; noisier at higher speeds whatcar.com June 2019 | 95
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98 City cars 99 Small cars 100 Family cars 101 Small SUVs 102 Family SUVs 103 Large SUVs 104 Sports SUVs 105 Luxury SUVs 106 MPVs 107 Estates 108 Executive cars 109 Luxury cars 110 Hybrids 111 Electric cars 112 Convertibles 113 Hot hatches 115 Coupés 116 Sports cars 117 Performance cars Key information: All fuel economy figures are combined results achieved under the new WLTP testing regime whatcar.com June 2019 | 97
City cars
Suzuki Celerio
LESS THAN £10,000
BEST BUY
Our pick 1.0 SZ2 List price £9004 Target Price £9004 MPG 58.8 CO2 99g/km For It has a practical interior with a DAB radio and the engine gives adequate performance. Against The interior feels cheap, resale values are weak and infotainment options are limited. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Hyundai i10
Our pick 1.0 S List price £9900 Target Price £9200 MPG 50.4 CO2 117g/km For The three-cylinder engine is refined and the interior is surprisingly roomy. Against This entry-level trim doesn’t give you much kit and the engine struggles out of town. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Volkswagen Up
Our pick 1.0 60 Take Up 3dr List price £10,080 Target Price £9663 MPG 55.4 CO2 101g/km For Fun to drive, with a comfortable ride and an upmarket interior. Against Feels slow on faster roads and this entry-level trim is a bit basic. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BUYER’S GUIDE CITY CARS
£10,000-£12,000
Skoda Citigo
BEST BUY
Our pick 1.0 60 Greentech SE 5dr List price £10,515 Target Price £10,078 MPG 55.4 CO2 96g/km For Great to drive, with a comfy ride and agile handling. Interior is well thought out. Against Driving position isn’t perfect and the Volkswagen Up retains its value better. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Kia Picanto
Our pick 1.0 2 List price £11,250 Target Price £10,702 MPG 50.4 CO2 114g/km For You get plenty of kit as standard and this engine is cheaper for company car drivers. Against It struggles to keep up out of town and the 3 trim has more desirable goodies. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Vauxhall Viva
Our pick 1.0 SE A/C List price £10,975 Target Price £10,674 MPG 46.3 CO2 117g/km For Smooth-revving engine is quiet and the ride quality is decent. Against Poor safety kit; lots of road and wind noise at speed; steering feels vague. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £12,000
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 City car
Hyundai i10
Our pick 1.2 Premium SE List price £13,780 Target Price £12,872 MPG 45.6 CO2 125g/km For Comfortable, roomy and well equipped; engine is gutsy enough for motorway use. Against Not as enjoyable to drive as the Kia Picanto, but it costs more to buy. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Kia Picanto The Picanto has been our City Car of the Year for two years on the trot, and it isn’t hard to see why. A great recipe of space, performance, comfort and equipment puts it ahead of its rivals and makes it a more complete package overall. On top of that, you get a lengthy equipment list, a high-quality interior and a responsive engine that returned 47.9mpg in our True MPG testing. 98 | June 2019 whatcar.com
BEST BUY
Our pick 1.25 3 List price £13,150 Target Price £12,503 MPG 49.6 CO2 119g/km For Handles well, lots of standard kit, comfortable seats and a long warranty. Against The engine needs to be worked hard on the motorway and the ride is unsettled in town. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Volkswagen Up
Our pick 1.0 TSI 90 High Up 3dr List price £13,320 Target Price £12,758 MPG 55.4 CO2 108g/km For Economical, good handling and comfortable. Smarter than other city cars inside. Against The ride quality isn’t as good on 17in wheels and space is tight in the rear seats. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Small cars
Dacia Sandero
LESS THAN £15,000
BEST BUY
Our pick 0.9 TCe 90 Essential List price £8800 Target Price £8720 MPG 45.6 CO2 123g/km For Lots of space for the money, decent to drive and a fair amount of standard kit. Against The engine is unrefined at most speeds and the interior is comparatively basic. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Ford Ka+
Our pick 1.2 Ti-VCT 70 Studio List price £11,300 Target Price £11,051 MPG 48.7 CO2 117g/km For Comfortable ride and room for four adults; even Studio trim has a DAB radio and Bluetooth. Against Engine is gutless, the interior looks cheap and the boot is rather small. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MG 3
Our pick 1.5 Excite List price £11,400 Target Price £11,127 MPG 42.3 CO2 140g/km For Cheap to buy and insure, with a seven-year warranty; surprisingly spacious for the price. Against Poor economy and resale values make it costly to run; only three stars in safety tests. WHAT CAR? SAYS
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 Small car
Seat Ibiza
Our pick 1.0 TSI 95 FR List price £17,610 Target Price £15,588 MPG 53.3 CO2 105g/km For Fun to drive, practical, well equipped and scores well for safety. Against The Polo is better for rear-seat passengers and there’s some road noise. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BEST BUY
Volkswagen Polo The Polo is the best small car you can buy today; only the Audi A1 Sportback can match it for comfort, practicality and refinement. At the same time, its specification is far from stingy in our preferred SE spec, while the 1.0-litre turbo engine is punchy from low revs yet remarkably economical in everyday use. To cap it all, pricing is sensible and strong resale values make the Polo a good long-term buy.
Our pick 1.0 TSI 95 SE List price £16,450 Target Price £15,240 MPG 52.6 CO2 104g/km For Smart interior, good refinement, tempting as a company car and has a supple ride. Against Auto wipers and cruise control cost extra; not as much fun to drive as a Ford Fiesta. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Ford Fiesta
Our pick 1.0 Ecoboost 125 ST-Line 5dr List price £18,590 Target Price £17,215 MPG 48.7 CO2 111g/km For Great fun in bends, punchy performance and a fair few luxuries, too. Against There are more practical and cheaper options; infotainment isn’t the best. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £20,000
Audi A1 Sportback
BEST BUY
Our pick 30 TFSI Sport List price £20,045 Target Price £19,374 MPG 50.4 CO2 111g/km For Great to drive, fairly practical and should hold its value better than a Mini. Against A lot pricier than the closely related Volkswagen Polo and not as well equipped, either. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mini 5dr
Our pick Cooper Classic Comfort/Navigation List price £20,135 Target Price £18,972 MPG 47.1 CO2 123g/km For Engine is a gem, interior quality is top-notch and the boot is practical and versatile. Against The rear door openings are relatively narrow and the manual gearshift is imprecise. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Ford Fiesta
Our pick 1.0 Ecoboost 125 Vignale 5dr List price £21,540 Target Price £19,943 MPG 48.7 CO2 111g/km For Lots of standard equipment and it’s just as much fun to drive as lesser Fiestas. Against You could get a larger car for the money; its bigger wheels spoil the ride comfort. WHAT CAR? SAYS whatcar.com June 2019 | 99
BUYER’S GUIDE SMALL CARS
£15,000-£20,000
Family cars
Kia Ceed
LESS THAN £20,000
BEST BUY
Our pick 1.0 T-GDi 2 List price £18,600 Target Price £17,444 MPG 50.4 CO2 122g/km For Decent performance; seven-year warranty; good build quality; large boot. Against Not the most comfortable ride or driving position; engine can sound coarse. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Seat Leon
Our pick 1.0 TSI SE Dynamic List price £19,050 Target Price £15,594 MPG 47.9 CO2 112g/km For Strong yet economical petrol engine with low running costs; good to drive. Against Some of the plastics feel cheap and some rivals are more practical. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Hyundai i30
Our pick 1.0 T-GDi Blue Drive SE List price £19,170 Target Price £17,793 MPG 45.6 CO2 126g/km For Supple ride; good driving position; lots of room in the front; logical dash layout. Against Conservative looks; limited over-the-shoulder visibility. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BUYER’S GUIDE FAMILY CARS
£20,000-£26,000
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 Family car
Audi A3 Sportback
Our pick 35 TFSI Sport List price £26,030 Target Price £24,081 MPG 42.2 CO2 124g/km For Brisk performance; superb handling; high-quality interior; excellent infotainment. Against Slightly firmer riding than a VW Golf; not the most versatile or cheapest hatchback. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BEST BUY
Skoda Octavia The Skoda Octavia is simply unbeatable in this class and offers everything you could want from a family car. Above all, it’s supremely practical, with roomy back seats and a boot that dwarfs anything else in this class. You also get a comfortable ride, a substantial equipment list and, if you go for our recommended 1.5-litre petrol engine, punchy performance.
Our pick 1.5 TSI 150 SE L List price £22,975 Target Price £21,093 MPG 46.3 CO2 115g/km For Spacious and classy interior, punchy engine, good to drive and competitively priced. Against There’s some suspension noise and the ride isn’t as comfortable as the Golf’s. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Volkswagen Golf
Our pick 1.5 TSI Evo 130 Match 5dr List price £22,745 Target Price £20,830 MPG 47.3 CO2 113g/km For Comfortable ride; well equipped; refined; relatively cheap to buy and run. Against Perceived interior quality isn’t as good as that of the best premium rivals. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £26,000
BEST BUY
Mercedes-Benz A-Class
Our pick A250 AMG Line List price £30,470 Target Price £28,254 MPG 41.5 CO2 141g/km For Interior has a real wow factor, while the ride is supple and there’s lots of standard safety kit. Against It’s relatively pricey to buy and options packs are restrictive. WHAT CAR? SAYS 100 | June 2019 whatcar.com
Audi A3 Sportback
Our pick 30 TDI S line List price £28,320 Target Price £26,197 MPG 51.4 CO2 118g/km For Punchy, economical engine; quality interior; great to drive; excellent infotainment. Against Larger wheels and sports suspension harm the ride; fairly pricey to buy. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW 1 Series
Our pick 120d Sport auto 5dr List price £30,105 Target Price £27,485 MPG 48.7 CO2 121g/km For Excellent standard infotainment system, and there’s plenty of room in the front. Against Firmer ride and less rear seat space than in many rivals; driving position is awkward. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Small SUVs
Suzuki Ignis
LESS THAN £16,000
BEST BUY
Our pick 1.2 Dualjet SHVS 2WD SZ5 List price £14,864 Target Price £13,651 MPG 54.1 CO2 98g/km For Real-world economy is excellent, surprisingly spacious and practical; lots of kit as standard. Against Unsettled ride, noisy on the motorway and there are only four seats. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Citroën C3 Aircross
Our pick Puretech 82 Touch List price £15,550 Target Price £15,550 MPG 45.0 CO2 118g/km For The boot is massive and the rear seats recline; plenty of equipment as standard. Against Entry-level engine has to be worked hard; ride and handling are sub-par. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MG ZS
Our pick 1.5 Excite List price £14,050 Target Price £13,710 MPG 41.5 CO2 140g/km For An 8.0in infotainment touchscreen is standard; more interior space than most rivals. Against The ride is unsettled, noise levels are high and fuel economy is mediocre. WHAT CAR? SAYS
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Suzuki Vitara
Our pick 1.0 Boosterjet SZ-T List price £19,004 Target Price £18,180 MPG 45.9 CO2 121g/km For Comfortable ride; gutsy engine; decent space; touchscreen infotainment. Against Interior feels flimsy in places; intrusive wind noise at higher speeds. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BEST BUY
Seat Arona Based on the latest Ibiza, the Arona shares a range of petrol and diesel engines that combine plenty of punch with reasonable running costs. Our favourite is the 1.0-litre turbocharged three-cylinder petrol. The Arona might be a bit smaller than the Suzuki Vitara, but you get a sturdier-feeling interior, an even better driving experience and the availability of plenty of clever technology.
Our pick 1.0 TSI 95 SE Technology List price £18,075 Target Price £16,629 MPG 56.5 CO2 115g/km For Good to drive; decent ride; good roster of safety kit; reasonable interior space. Against This trim doesn’t come with an alarm and the interior looks a little bland. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Kia Stonic
Our pick 1.0 T-GDi 2 List price £17,475 Target Price £16,434 MPG 47.1 CO2 130g/km For Handling is agile and this three-cylinder turbo petrol engine is punchy. Against Ride is firm, rivals are more practical and automatic emergency braking costs extra. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £20,000
Volkswagen T-Roc
BEST BUY
Our pick 1.5 TSI Evo 150 Design List price £24,145 Target Price £23,039 MPG 42.2 CO2 123g/km For Good ride and handling balance; well equipped; good safety kit roster. Against Interior feels cheap and the rear seat arrangement could be more flexible for an SUV. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Audi Q2
Our pick 30 TFSI Sport List price £23,995 Target Price £22,608 MPG 46.3 CO2 119g/km For Handles very tidily; has a well laid out interior and an excellent infotainment system. Against Not the most spacious or versatile SUV, and the engine can struggle with a fully laden car. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mini Countryman
Our pick Cooper Classic Comfort List price £24,290 Target Price £22,939 MPG 40.9 CO2 134g/km For Boot is practical and a good size; interior quality gives the Audi Q2 a run for its money. Against The ride is too unsettled, the handling disappoints and the driving position is flawed. WHAT CAR? SAYS whatcar.com June 2019 | 101
BUYER’S GUIDE SMALL SUVs
£16,000-£20,000
Family SUVs
LESS THAN £22,000
BEST BUY
Dacia Duster
Our pick 1.5 Blue dCi 115 4x2 Essential List price £13,700 Target Price £13,572 MPG 57.6 CO2 115g/km For Roomy inside, reasonably comfortable and incredibly cheap compared with rivals. Against Interior is decidedly low-rent and there isn’t much standard safety kit. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Ssangyong Tivoli XLV
Our pick Ultimate petrol List price £19,925 Target Price £19,548 MPG 37.2 CO2 169g/km For You get leather-trimmed seats and sat-nav; there’s loads of room in the back and boot. Against The engine is noisy, the steering is vague and emissions are relatively high. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Nissan Qashqai
Our pick 1.3 DiG-T 140 Visia List price £20,000 Target Price £20,000 MPG 41.5 CO2 121g/km For Comfortable ride with sure footed handling and a smooth, punchy engine. Against Stingy standard kit, with no automatic emergency braking. Rivals are more spacious. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BUYER’S GUIDE FAMILY SUVs
£22,000-£30,000
Skoda Karoq
BEST BUY
Our pick 1.5 TSI 150 SE L List price £25,665 Target Price £24,548 MPG 40.9 CO2 124g/km For Very well equipped; rides and handles well; flexible rear seats boost practicality. Against The engine and suspension are a bit too noisy; less fun to drive than a Seat Ateca. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Seat Ateca
Our pick 1.5 TSI Evo 150 FR List price £26,575 Target Price £23,969 MPG 42.2 CO2 126g/km For Plenty of kit as standard; great to drive; good performance; roomy inside. Against Some rivals have more flexible seating and the interior isn’t that plush. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Peugeot 3008
Our pick Puretech 130 Allure List price £26,380 Target Price £24,853 MPG 40.9 CO2 118g/km For Striking-looking interior; good to drive; decent amount of standard safety kit. Against The touchscreen is a little sluggish and resale values aren’t as strong as rivals’. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £30,000
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 Family SUV Sponsored by
Range Rover Evoque
Our pick D180 S List price £39,015 Target Price £39,015 MPG 41.5 CO2 145g/km For High-quality interior; comfortable ride on standard wheels; superb resale values. Against Small boot; standard front seats should be more supportive. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Volvo XC40 Buyers will love how grown-up this Volvo feels, from its punchy and relatively quiet diesel engine to its solidly constructed interior, which features swathes of soft-touch materials. It’s also spacious for occupants, while its capacious boot and decent standard equipment will make busy family lives easier. In addition, Volvo’s competitive pricing means the XC40 is a hugely attractive prospect next to its rivals. 102 | June 2019 whatcar.com
BEST BUY
Our pick D3 R-Design FWD Geartronic List price £33,635 Target Price £32,337 MPG 47.1 CO2 131g/km For Comfortable and practical, with a classy-looking interior. Against There’s some road noise and the infotainment is a little fiddly to use. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Volkswagen Tiguan
Our pick 2.0 TDI 150 Match List price £30,335 Target Price £27,759 MPG 48.1 CO2 126g/km For Spacious and practical interior; good to drive; plenty of kit as standard. Against It’s comparatively pricey to buy and the engine is gruff. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Large SUVs
Mazda CX-5
LESS THAN £28,000
BEST BUY
Our pick Skyactiv-G SE-L Nav+ List price £25,605 Target Price £24,338 MPG 38.2 CO2 146g/km For Classy interior; well equipped even in this entry-level trim; class-leading handling. Against The petrol engine feels weedy at lower revs and the ride is firm. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Skoda Kodiaq
Our pick 1.5 TSI 150 SE 7 seat List price £26,755 Target Price £25,073 MPG 37.2 CO2 147g/km For Value for money, with a classy and spacious interior and good driving manners. Against Ride is unsettled at low speeds, and the 2.0-litre diesel copes better with heavy loads. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Citroën C5 Aircross
Our pick Puretech 130 Flair List price £25,330 Target Price £23,988 MPG 44.4 CO2 119g/km For Punchy engine pulls well from low revs; versatile rear seats; well equipped. Against Too much body roll on twisty roads; cheap-feeling interior plastics. WHAT CAR? SAYS
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 Large SUV
Mazda CX-5
Our pick Skyactiv-D 150 2WD Sport Nav+ List price £29,905 Target Price £28,423 MPG 49.6 CO2 128g/km For Good to drive, with tidy handling and a flexible engine, plus lots of standard kit. Against Firm ride and pricey to lease compared with rivals. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BEST BUY
Peugeot 5008 The 5008 remains the go-to choice for larger families, providing most of the quality, high-tech gadgetry and driving manners that you get in much pricer rivals, but in a package that’s significantly cheaper to run, even more practical and just as stylish. Seven seats are standard, the middle row can be configured in a variety of ways for maximum flexibility, and the 1.2-litre petrol engine is gutsy and refined.
Our pick Puretech 130 Allure List price £28,530 Target Price £26,667 MPG 40.4 CO2 122g/km For Quiet cruiser with a comfortable ride, a practical, funky-looking interior and a big boot. Against Optional panoramic roof harms rear head room and the infotainment system is fiddly. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Seat Tarraco
Our pick 1.5 TSI 150 SE Technology List price £29,345 Target Price £27,164 MPG 37.2 CO2 152g/km For Decent ride and handling balance; smart inside and very well equipped. Against Wheezy petrol engine disappoints and the third row seats are very cramped. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £35,000
Audi Q5
BEST BUY
Our pick 40 TDI q’ttro Sport S tronic List price £41,420 Target Price £37,804 MPG 39.2 CO2 144g/km For Superbly refined and comfortable with air suspension; classy interior; strong resale values. Against You need to add pricey air suspension for the best ride. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW X3
Our pick xDrive20d SE List price £40,895 Target Price £38,718 MPG 41.5 CO2 140g/km For Smart interior; rewarding handling; superb infotainment system; smooth auto gearbox. Against Slightly grumbly diesel engine, firm ride and expensive to buy on finance. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Kia Sorento
Our pick 2.2 CRDi KX-2 auto List price £35,650 Target Price £33,345 MPG 39.2 CO2 161g/km For Spacious and practical, with plenty of room for seven, and the 2.2-litre diesel is strong. Against Not brilliant to drive and there’s limited safety kit. WHAT CAR? SAYS whatcar.com June 2019 | 103
BUYER’S GUIDE LARGE SUVs
£28,000-£35,000
Sport SUVs
LESS THAN £40,000
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 Sports SUV
Audi SQ2
BUYER’S GUIDE SPORTS SUVs
Our pick TFSI quattro S tronic List price £37,245 Target Price £35,445 MPG 33.2 CO2 192g/km For Exceedingly rapid in a straight line, grippy handling, classy interior. Against The Cupra Ateca costs the same yet is more fun to drive and bigger inside. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BEST BUY
Cupra Ateca Price is far from the be all and end all in this class, but it’s a large part of the reason why the Cupra Ateca is our Sports SUV of the Year. With a 0-62mph time of 5.2sec and a 153mph top speed, no other SUV offers as much performance for less than £40k, and it’s nearly as much fun to drive as the BMW X3 M40i and Alfa Romeo Stelvio Quadrifoglio. Impressively, its ride is no firmer than a regular Ateca’s.
Our pick 300 List price £35,915 Target Price £35,385 MPG 34.0 CO2 168g/km For Unbeatable bang for the buck in this class; handles very well; still very practical. Against Doesn’t sound very exciting and isn’t as sharp to drive as a hot hatch. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW X2
Our pick sDrive20i M Sport List price £35,755 Target Price £33,756 MPG 38.7 CO2 133g/km For Handling is very sporty for an SUV, so this feels more like a junior hot hatch. Against It’s neither that comfortable or that practical. WHAT CAR? SAYS
£40,000-£60,000
Porsche Macan
BEST BUY
Our pick 2.0T List price £46,344 Target Price £46,344 MPG 28.0 CO2 185g/km For The most rewarding SUV to drive, with a great chassis balance and precise steering. Against Tight in rear seats; AEB is only an option; sparsely equipped as standard. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW X3
Our pick M40i List price £53,875 Target Price £51,025 MPG 26.6 CO2 206g/km For Astonishingly quick; smooth yet characterful engine; precise and rewarding handling. Against Not quite as classy or practical inside as the Audi Q5, and the ride is very firm. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mercedes-AMG GLC
Our pick GLC 43 List price £49,885 Target Price £48,448 MPG 26.7 CO2 220g/km For Quicker than the Porsche Macan and comes with impressively comfortable air suspension. Against Fuel economy is terrible, running costs are high and the boot isn’t the biggest. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £60,000
Alfa Romeo Stelvio Q’foglio
BEST BUY
Our pick 2.9 V6 Bi-Turbo 510 Q4 List price £69,510 Target Price £69,510 MPG 24.6 CO2 227g/km For Scorching performance; sharper and more entertaining to drive than most rivals. Against Infotainment and interior quality are only so-so and the ride is very firm. WHAT CAR? SAYS 104 | June 2019 whatcar.com
Porsche Cayenne
Our pick Turbo List price £101,416 Target Price £101,416 MPG 20.8 CO2 258g/km For Comfortable standard air suspension, lots of grip and sharp handling in a properly rapid SUV. Against Expensive to buy and run, and there’s less standard equipment than you’d expect. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Lamborghini Urus
Our pick 4.0 TFSI V8 List price £159,925 Target Price £159,925 MPG na CO2 325g/km For Exceptionally fast and extremely agile for a two-tonne SUV, with a high-quality interior. Against Engine needs to be worked hard for peak performance; pedals are offset to the right. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Luxury SUVs
LESS THAN £60,000
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 Luxury SUV
Volvo XC90
BEST BUY
Audi Q7 The Q7 is so much more than your typical luxury SUV. Not only does it ride like a limo, offer the straight-line performance of a hot hatch and accommodate like an MPV, but it also delivers sublime refinement. The Q7 also has one of the greatest SUV interiors on the market, thanks to a modern, minimalist dashboard design and Audi’s fantastic MMI infotainment system.
Our pick 45 TDI quattro S line List price £57,565 Target Price £52,425 MPG 33.6 CO2 178g/km For Very well equipped, with a wonderful ride (on air suspension) and a smooth engine. Against Expensive to buy and run, while some rivals have more third-row leg room. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW X5
Our pick xDrive30d xLine List price £57,520 Target Price £56,542 MPG 36.7 CO2 158g/km For Punchy, smooth engine; super-smooth ride from air suspension; excellent infotainment. Against You have to pay extra for seven seats and the boot isn’t as big as you might expect. WHAT CAR? SAYS
£60,000-£100,000
Land Rover Discovery
BEST BUY
Our pick 3.0 SDV6 HSE Luxury List price £70,460 Target Price £66,859 MPG 31.6 CO2 206g/km For There’s decent room in the third row of seats, the ride is comfortable and you get a lot of kit. Against Middle-row leg room isn’t brilliant and the touchscreen is sluggish to respond. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Audi Q8
Our pick 50 TDI S line List price £66,110 Target Price £63,225 MPG 33.6 CO2 178g/km For Interior is luxurious and there’s more room than you might expect, given the sloping roof. Against Engine sounds a little gruff; gearbox can be slow to kick down; low-speed ride is firm. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Range Rover Sport
Our pick 3.0 SDV6 HSE List price £67,555 Target Price £65,913 MPG 32.0 CO2 198g/km For Quiet cruiser with a classy interior and a generally comfortable ride. Against Expensive to buy and the touchscreen infotainment system is slow and fiddly. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £100,000
Bentley Bentayga
BEST BUY
Our pick 4.0 V8 Petrol List price £136,200 Target Price £136,200 MPG 21.7 CO2 260g/km For Opulent interior brimming with goodies; very rapid; lots of personalisation options. Against The Range Rover offers more space and the infotainment system could be better. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Rolls-Royce Cullinan
Our pick 6.75 V12 List price £250,000 Target Price £250,000 MPG 18.8 CO2 341g/km For Effortless acceleration; superb refinement; interior looks and feels truly special. Against Remarkably expensive to buy and run, and the ride isn’t perfect. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Range Rover
Our pick 4.4 SDV8 Autobiography LWB List price £116,645 Target Price £112,639 MPG 26.2 CO2 244g/km For Brilliant on and off road; interior is a fabulous place in which to spend time. Against Pricey to buy and its reputation for reliability isn’t great. WHAT CAR? SAYS whatcar.com June 2019 | 105
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Our pick D5 Momentum List price £52,435 Target Price £48,106 MPG 36.7 CO2 158g/km For Big, classy interior, with seating for seven and lots of standard equipment. Against The ride isn’t as smooth as you’d expect and there’s plenty of suspension noise. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MPVs
LESS THAN £25,000
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 MPV
Peugeot Rifter
Our pick BlueHDi 130 Active EAT8 List price £23,515 Target Price £22,106 MPG 50.3 CO2 114g/km For Lots of room for passengers, a massive boot and convenient sliding side doors. Against No parking sensors with Active trim; lacks the class of more mainstream MPVs. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BEST BUY
BUYER’S GUIDE MPVs
Citroën Berlingo The beauty of the Berlingo is that it offers so much for so little; you’ll be hard pressed to find anything more cavernous for the money. But it isn’t just spacious and cheap; it also rides more comfortably than many larger MPVs, so you’ll find the Berlingo a relaxing place in which to travel. Although the interior quality isn’t anything special, the Berlingo is about the most practical car you can buy.
Our pick Puretech 110 Feel M List price £19,650 Target Price £17,497 MPG 42.4 CO2 119g/km For Comfortable and relaxing to drive, with a vast amount of space and storage inside. Against Wallowy handling; laggy infotainment system; cheap-feeling interior plastics. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Vauxhall Combo Life
Our pick 1.2 110 Turbo Design List price £20,135 Target Price £20,135 MPG 40.9 CO2 125g/km For Great value, with masses of passenger space, sliding rear doors and a comfy ride. Against Interior feels very cheap and conventional MPVs have better seating flexibility. WHAT CAR? SAYS
£25,000-£28,000
Volkswagen Touran
BEST BUY
Our pick 1.6 TDI 115 SE List price £28,125 Target Price £22,892 MPG 51.4 CO2 120g/km For Good to drive; decent economy; spacious interior; Isofix points on all five rear seats. Against The engine is a bit gruff and the Touran is comparatively pricey to buy. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Citroën Grand C4 Spacetourer
Our pick Puretech 130 Feel List price £27,520 Target Price £23,398 MPG 45.3 CO2 114g/km For Spacious and practical interior; superb visibility; reasonably good value for money. Against Rear seats are fiddly to fold, while body control and ride quality are average. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW 2 Series Active Tourer
Our pick 218d SE List price £27,665 Target Price £25,598 MPG 55.4 CO2 119g/km For Enjoyable handling; high-quality interior; frugal diesel engine. Against Rivals are more versatile and there’s quite a bit of road noise. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £28,000
Ford Galaxy
BEST BUY
Our pick 2.0 Ecoblue 150 Zetec List price £32,410 Target Price £28,273 MPG 45.6 CO2 134g/km For Practical and well-equipped interior; comfortable and relaxing to drive. Against Pricier than the Seat Alhambra to buy and has a sluggish infotainment system. WHAT CAR? SAYS 106 | June 2019 whatcar.com
Ford S-Max
Our pick 2.0 Ecoblue 150 Zetec List price £30,010 Target Price £26,673 MPG 46.3 CO2 132g/km For Loads of room for five adults; decent boot; better to drive than all of its rivals. Against Rearmost seats suit kids only; pulling the seats up requires a fair amount of strength. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Seat Alhambra
Our pick 2.0 TDI 150 SE List price £31,865 Target Price £29,020 MPG 44.1 CO2 135g/km For Roomy, practical and comfortable, yet relatively affordable, too. Against Its size means parking can be tricky; rearmost seats could be easier to fold. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Estate cars
Skoda Fabia Estate
LESS THAN £20,000
BEST BUY
Our pick 1.0 TSI 95 SE List price £16,325 Target Price £15,433 MPG 51.4 CO2 105g/km For It’s one of the roomiest small estates; SE trim adds air-con and a touchscreen. Against So-so handling and could do with more supportive seats. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Kia Ceed Sportswagon
Our pick 1.0 T-GDi 2 List price £19,600 Target Price £18,379 MPG 47.1 CO2 120g/km For Gutsy enough performance for most buyers; lots of equipment; boot is big and practical. Against Ride is restless and there’s quite a bit of tyre noise on the motorway. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Dacia Logan MCV
Our pick 0.9 TCe 90 Comfort List price £11,300 Target Price £11,195 MPG 45.6 CO2 121g/km For Lots of space; low running costs; plenty of equipment for a low price. Against Not as good to drive or as refined as many rivals, and safety is below par. WHAT CAR? SAYS
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 Estate car
Volkswagen Golf Estate
Our pick 1.5 TSI Evo 130 Match List price £23,945 Target Price £21,925 MPG 46.7 CO2 113g/km For Large boot; supple ride; good resale values; well-built interior. Against The interior looks dull and the Skoda Octavia Estate’s boot is bigger still. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BEST BUY
Skoda Superb Estate Space is the name of the game when you’re looking at wagons, and the Superb Estate has been our favourite for four years, striking the sweet spot of practicality, comfort, low running costs and value more accurately than any rival. With masses of load space for flat-pack furniture or suitcases and palatial comfort for passengers, it’s one of the most impressive family holdalls you can buy.
Our pick 2.0 TDI 150 SE Technology List price £25,810 Target Price £25,810 MPG 51.4 CO2 115g/km For Masses of space for passengers and luggage; well priced and handsomely equipped. Against Some rivals are more fun to drive and emit less CO2 . WHAT CAR? SAYS
Skoda Octavia Estate
Our pick 1.5 TSI SE L List price £24,175 Target Price £22,191 MPG 44.8 CO2 124g/km For Huge load space; good standard equipment; some great-value options. Against Refinement could be better and the low-speed ride is unsettled. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £30,000
BMW 5 Series Touring
BEST BUY
Our pick 520d SE List price £40,840 Target Price £35,354 MPG 47.9 CO2 123g/km For Comfortable and spacious, with sharp handling and outstanding refinement. Against The E-Class’s boot is bigger; optional adaptive suspension is a must-have for comfort. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Estate
Our pick E220d SE List price £40,070 Target Price £36,058 MPG 47.1 CO2 140g/km For The boot is huge, the ride is composed and the dashboard is well designed. Against Low-speed ride is unsettled and some rivals are more fun to drive. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Volvo V60
Our pick D4 Momentum Pro auto List price £37,215 Target Price £33,762 MPG 51.4 CO2 119g/km For Volvo’s best estate to date: spacious, practical and classy inside, with lots of kit. Against Boot could be bigger; auto gearbox is a bit lethargic; infotainment is fiddly. WHAT CAR? SAYS whatcar.com June 2019 | 107
BUYER’S GUIDE ESTATE CARS
£20,000-£30,000
Executive cars
Skoda Superb
LESS THAN £30,000
BEST BUY
Our pick 2.0 TDI 150 SE Technology List price £24,530 Target Price £24,530 MPG 53.3 CO2 113g/km For Masses of standard kit; lots of rear leg room
and boot space; comfortable ride.
Against Some other executive cars are more
fun to drive, while the engine is a little gruff.
WHAT CAR? SAYS
Audi A3 Saloon
Our pick 35 TFSI Sport List price £26,595 Target Price £24,860 MPG 42.8 CO2 123g/km For Handles well, the engine is strong
and the interior is beautifully built.
Against Costs more than the A3 Sportback,
despite having a less practical boot.
Mazda 6
Our pick Skyactiv-D 150 SE-L Nav+ List price £26,795 Target Price £26,331 MPG 55.4 CO2 117g/km For Smart interior; smooth and flexible
engine; hushed motorway cruiser.
Against Saloon boot hinders practicality
and the infotainment is only so-so.
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WHAT CAR? SAYS
BUYER’S GUIDE EXECUTIVE CARS
£30,000-£38,000
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019
Executive car
Audi A4
Our pick 40 TDI Sport List price £36,570 Target Price £33,184 MPG 51.4 CO2 118g/km For Impressively refined; plenty of pulling
power; classy interior; good economy.
Against The auto ’box is jerky at low speeds
and adjustable lumbar support costs extra.
WHAT CAR? SAYS
BEST BUY
BMW 3 Series Any new BMW carries a huge weight of expectation, but boy oh boy, has this 3 Series delivered. It’s one of the best-handling BMWs of recent times, yet it’s still comfortable and relaxing on longer journeys. Beyond that, it offers a brilliant infotainment system and a high-quality interior. All in all, it has raised the bar even higher in a class that already had sky-high standards.
Our pick 320d Sport auto List price £36,705 Target Price £35,902 MPG 52.3 CO2 112g/km For Great to drive, with strong performance
and an excellent infotainment system.
Against The engine can be a bit noisy and the
digital dials won’t appeal to everyone.
WHAT CAR? SAYS
Volkswagen Arteon
Our pick 2.0 TDI 190 Elegance DSG List price £37,495 Target Price £32,391 MPG 50.6 CO2 121g/km For All the performance you could need;
generous standard kit; lots of space inside.
Against Lacks badge prestige; auto ’box is
jerky at low speeds; finance options are pricey.
WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £38,000
BMW 3 Series
BEST BUY
Our pick 330i M Sport List price £39,165 Target Price £36,906 MPG 41.5 CO2 134g/km For The finest-handling exec saloon combines
punchy performance with palatable BIK rates.
Against This engine needs to be worked
harder than the equivalent diesels.
WHAT CAR? SAYS
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Mercedes-Benz C-Class
Our pick C220d AMG Line List price £39,165 Target Price £35,150 MPG 53.3 CO2 117g/km For Largely comfortable ride; strong engine;
smooth gearbox; eye-catching interior.
Against Tight rear space; rivals are more
refined; pricey option packs.
WHAT CAR? SAYS
Audi A5 Sportback
Our pick 40 TDI S line List price £40,410 Target Price £36,261 MPG 39.2 CO2 118g/km For Effortless pace; good economy;
practical boot; classy interior.
Against Offset pedals slightly spoil the
driving position.
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Luxury cars
LESS THAN £40,000
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 Luxury car
Audi A6
BEST BUY
BMW 5 Series No matter how hard we try, we can’t really find any areas in which the 5 Series drops the ball. Take the interior, for example: it’s virtually identical to the 6 Series’ and just as well made, but it comes for a comparatively bargain price. The infotainment system is the same, too, and you can spec it up with nearly every luxury feature that the 7 Series offers. It’s the supreme luxury package without a price tag to match.
Our pick 520d SE List price £38,590 Target Price £34,112 MPG 52.3 CO2 117g/km For Spacious, well-appointed interior; great to drive, with a quiet, economical engine. Against You need to add adaptive dampers for the best ride quality. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Our pick E220d SE List price £38,070 Target Price £34,448 MPG 51.4 CO2 122g/km For Strong, smooth engine; supple ride; generous standard equipment. Against Other saloons are more fun to drive; slightly awkward driving position. WHAT CAR? SAYS
£40,000-£60,000
BMW 6 Series Gran Turismo
BEST BUY
Our pick 630d SE List price £52,240 Target Price £45,948 MPG 43.5 CO2 139g/km For It has vast amounts of passenger space, a huge boot and a high-quality interior. Against Doesn’t handle that well and could do with more standard safety equipment. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Jaguar XF
Our pick 3.0D S List price £53,035 Target Price £48,003 MPG 43.2 CO2 161g/km For Seriously strong performance, along with a comfortable ride and superb handling. Against Neither the infotainment system nor the build quality is as good as a BMW’s. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Audi A7 Sportback
Our pick 50 TDI quattro S line List price £59,200 Target Price £52,245 MPG 38.7 CO2 150g/km For Effortlessly quick and very surefooted through corners; class-leading quality. Against It’s not that much fun to drive; dualscreen dashboard layout is distracting to use. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £60,000
Audi A8
BEST BUY
Our pick 50 TDI quattro LWB List price £75,195 Target Price £64,472 MPG 38.7 CO2 148g/km For Quieter than the S-Class and rides more comfortably, plus it has a high-quality interior. Against The infotainment system is distracting to use and the A8 is expensive as a private buy. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mercedes-Benz S-Class
Our pick S350d L AMG Line List price £78,110 Target Price £65,987 MPG 42.2 CO2 158g/km For Sharper handling than the Audi A8, with better infotainment and lower running costs. Against Ride quality isn’t consistent and some rivals get more equipment as standard. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Rolls-Royce Ghost
Our pick EWB List price £270,000 Target Price £270,000 MPG 17.5 CO2 329g/km For The interior is as opulent as the Phantom’s and the V12 engine is refined and potent. Against The low-speed ride is a little pattery over broken road surfaces. WHAT CAR? SAYS whatcar.com June 2019 | 109
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Our pick 40 TDI Sport S tronic List price £39,175 Target Price £34,776 MPG 50.4 CO2 117g/km For Quiet, flexible engine; nimble handling; well built; good rear seat and boot space. Against Unsettled ride on standard suspension; jerky gearbox; fiddly touchscreens. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Hybrids
LESS THAN £25,000
Hyundai Ioniq
Our pick Hybrid Premium List price £23,605 Target Price £21,891 MPG 62.8 CO2 84g/km For Good-quality interior; low running costs; good to drive; well-integrated power sources. Against Poor rear head room; unsettled ride around town; not as efficient as Toyota Prius. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BEST BUY
BUYER’S GUIDE HYBRIDS
Toyota Corolla The new Corolla is a big step on from the Auris it replaces, proving to be not just a great hybrid but a great family hatchback full stop. On our Test MPG cycle, the Corolla Hybrid returned an impressive 60.6mpg, a figure that will actually improve around town. Racking up the miles shouldn’t be a hardship, thanks to a good driving position and comfortable ride, while Toyota’s reliability record is excellent.
Our pick 1.8 VVT-i Hybrid Icon Tech List price £24,815 Target Price £24,097 MPG 63.2 CO2 76g/km For Plenty of safety kit, an excellent reliability record and a comfortable ride. Against Rear leg room is tight, while the engine is noisy and the infotainment clunky. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Toyota Yaris
Our pick Hybrid Icon List price £18,205 Target Price £16,993 MPG 58.8 CO2 84g/km For Generous standard kit; excellent urban fuel economy; cheap to run as a company car. Against Low-rent interior; uninspiring handling; noisy under acceleration. WHAT CAR? SAYS
£25,000-£40,000
Hyundai Ioniq
BEST BUY
Our pick Plug-in Hybrid Premium List price £28,405 Target Price £26,323 MPG 62.8 CO2 84g/km For Quiet around town; quite quick; can prove very cheap to run; well equipped. Against Engine cuts in quite regularly and this isn’t as good to drive as the non-plug-in hybrid. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Honda CR-V
Our pick Hybrid AWD SR List price £35,580 Target Price £35,233 MPG 40.9 CO2 120g/km For Five-seater has lots of room inside and a big boot, as well as decent economy. Against Low towing weight; not the most agile SUV of this size; poor infotainment system. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mitsubishi Outlander
Our pick PHEV Juro List price £36,765 Target Price £34,506 MPG 139.7 CO2 40g/km For Cheap to run as a company car; reasonably spacious; refined at low speeds. Against Poor to drive; terrible infotainment; small petrol tank; mediocre interior. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £40,000 CAR OF THE YEAR 2019
Plug-in hybrid
Volvo XC90
BEST BUY
Our pick T8 Inscription List price £67,905 Target Price £62,863 MPG 83.1 CO2 56g/km For Very quick and quiet, with a decent electriconly range and tremendous seating versatility. Against Touchscreen is tricky to use on the move; not that economical on long runs. WHAT CAR? SAYS 110 | June 2019 whatcar.com
BMW 5 Series
Our pick 530e SE List price £46,710 Target Price £41,463 MPG 128.4 CO2 49g/km For Comfortable ride; quiet around town or at speed; classy interior. Against Not very economical on long journeys; boot is smaller than in petrol and diesel models. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW i8
Our pick Coupé List price £114,985 Target Price £102,945 MPG 128.4 CO2 42g/km For Incredible looks; one-of-a-kind driving experience; low running costs. Against Steering has too little feel and weight; ride can be a bit harsh; not all that practical. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Electric cars
Prices don’t include £3500 government grant
LESS THAN £30,000
BEST BUY
Renault Zoe
Our pick R110 ZE40 Dynamique Nav List price £21,920 Target Price £19,177 Official range (WLTP) 186 miles CO2 0g/km For Very low running costs; quiet and easy to drive; longer range than most electric cars. Against So-so performance; brakes are inconsistent in feel; interior isn’t exactly plush. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Smart Fortwo
Our pick EQ Prime Premium (22kW charger) List price £21,195 Target Price £19,649 Official range (NEDC) na CO2 0g/km For Dinky dimensions are a boon for parking; proper electric cars don’t come any cheaper. Against Poor to drive; real-world range is disappointing; not exactly practical. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Volkswagen e-Up
Our pick e-Up List price £23,150 Target Price £23,150 Official range (WLTP) 83 miles CO2 0g/km For Great to drive, well equipped and easy to manoeuvre and park. Against Very limited range; not very spacious inside; inflexible driving position. WHAT CAR? SAYS
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 Electric car
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019
Overall winner
Hyundai Kona Electric
Our pick 64kWh Premium List price £36,345 Target Price £36,345 Official range (WLTP) 279 miles CO2 0g/km For Punchy performance; 250-mile-plus real-world range; good driving position. Against Ride is choppy, the boot is relatively small and there’s a fair bit of road noise. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BEST BUY
Kia e-Niro Uncompromised electric car ownership has until now been a privilege of those with deep pockets, and that’s why the e-Niro is such a game-changer. Granted, it isn’t cheap, but it’s a bargain compared with high-end EVs – especially when it can realistically cover as many miles on a full charge. Kia’s achievement in making a long-range electric car that’s affordable for many deserves huge credit.
Our pick First Edition List price £36,495 Target Price £36,495 Official range (WLTP) 282 miles CO2 0g/km For Quick; decent to drive; more practical than the Kona; has a 250-mile-plus real-world range. Against Considerably more expensive to buy than the Nissan Leaf. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Nissan Leaf
Our pick N-Connecta List price £32,795 Target Price £31,977 Official range (WLTP) 168 miles CO2 0g/km For Performance is brisk, and it provides a comfortable ride, a big boot and lots of safety kit. Against Rear head room is tight, the interior could be classier and the driving position is poor. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £60,000
Jaguar I-Pace
BEST BUY
Our pick EV400 S List price £64,495 Target Price £64,495 Official range (WLTP) 292 miles CO2 0g/km For Plush interior with an excellent driving position; comfy ride; seriously rapid acceleration. Against No superfast charging options; expensive to buy; boot isn’t huge. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Audi E-tron
Our pick 55 quattro List price £71,520 Target Price £71,520 Official range (WLTP) 241 miles CO2 0g/km For Incredibly refined at all speeds, beautifully built and very well equipped. Against Rivals from Jaguar and Tesla are even faster and have a better range. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Tesla Model S
Our pick 75D List price £70,105 Target Price £70,105 Official range (WLTP) na CO2 0g/km For Staggering performance; huge boot; seating for up to seven; supercharging network. Against So-so interior quality; ride comfort could be better; rivals have longer ranges. WHAT CAR? SAYS whatcar.com June 2019 | 111
BUYER’S GUIDE ELECTRIC CARS
£30,000-£60,000
Convertibles
LESS THAN £25,000
BEST BUY
Mini Convertible
Our pick Cooper Classic Comfort/Navigation List price £21,885 Target Price £20,511 MPG 45.6 CO2 127g/km For Fun to drive, good resale values and reasonably refined. Against The pedals are offset, rear seats are cramped and it isn’t as cheap as we’d like. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Fiat 500C
Our pick 1.2 Lounge List price £16,415 Target Price £15,524 MPG 44.8 CO2 118g/km For Engine is perfect for town driving, and you’re well protected from the wind with the roof down. Against Lots of wind noise; not as classy as the Mini; little space inside; rear visibility isn’t great. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Smart Fortwo Cabrio
Our pick EQ Prime Premium (22kW charger) List price £23,335 Target Price £21,706 Official range (WLTP) 70.2 CO2 0g/km For Truly agile around town; electric EQ model is very cheap to run; plenty of room for two. Against Low-speed ride is firm; the car is less at home beyond city limits; very short range. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BUYER’S GUIDE CONVERTIBLES
£25,000-£50,000
Audi A3 Cabriolet
BEST BUY
Our pick 35 TFSI Sport List price £30,520 Target Price £28,297 MPG 41.5 CO2 128g/km For Comfortable and good to drive, interior is classy and resale values are strong. Against There isn’t much room in the back and the optional automatic gearbox is jerky. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Audi A5 Cabriolet
Our pick 40 TFSI Sport S tronic List price £40,220 Target Price £36,189 MPG 37.7 CO2 139g/km For Comfortable, handles well, beautiful interior and keen running costs. Against Generates quite a bit of road noise at speed and it’s relatively expensive to buy. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Cabriolet
Our pick C220d AMG Line List price £44,279 Target Price £39,944 MPG 49.6 CO2 126g/km For Reasonably brisk and sure-footed handling, with occupants well protected from the wind. Against Space is tight in the rear seats and the diesel engine is quite noisy. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £50,000
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 Convertible
Aston Martin DB11 Volante
Our pick 4.0 V8 List price £159,900 Target Price £159,900 MPG 24.4 CO2 230g/km For Great to drive, with stupendous performance and a glorious soundtrack. Against The gearbox is slow in manual mode and the rear seats are tiny. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Cabriolet From its peerless body control to its luxurious and spacious interior, the S-Class Cabriolet makes for effortless drop-top motoring – and you can take three of your friends and their luggage along for the ride. Add in sports carlike performance, a wonderfully smooth engine and exceptionally quiet interior and the S-Class Cabriolet is the most accomplished convertible this side of the Rolls-Royce Dawn. 112 | June 2019 whatcar.com
BEST BUY
Our pick S560 AMG Line List price £117,725 Target Price £101,393 MPG 27.2 CO2 233g/km For A superb high-speed, high-class cruiser that’s amazingly comfortable and quiet. Against The boot shrinks markedly when the roof is down. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Cabriolet
Our pick E450 4Matic AMG Line List price £57,391 Target Price £52,128 MPG 29.5 CO2 202g/km For Refined with roof up or down; comfortable and classy interior; effortless performance. Against Feels heavy and not very agile; rear seats are small; the view out is restricted. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Hot hatches
LESS THAN £22,000
BEST BUY
Ford Fiesta ST
Our pick ST-2 Performance Pack 3dr List price £21,625 Target Price £20,452 MPG 40.4 CO2 136g/km For Strong, characterful engine combined with engaging handling makes the ST fun at all speeds. Against It’s easily upset by bumps and the interior feels a bit low-rent. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Volkswagen Up GTI
Our pick 1.0 115 3dr List price £14,320 Target Price £13,713 MPG 50.6 CO2 110g/km For Pretty nippy and handles well; relatively practical; cheaper to buy than its rivals. Against Could be more exciting; intrusive traction control; contrived engine noise. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Suzuki Swift Sport
Our pick 1.4 Boosterjet List price £18,504 Target Price £17,504 MPG 47.1 CO2 125g/km For You get plenty of equipment as standard, plus it’s relatively quick and cheap to run. Against It’s not the bargain that the previous one was and not as much fun to drive as we’d hoped. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Hyundai i30 N
BEST BUY
Our pick 2.0 T-GDi 250 List price £26,020 Target Price £24,978 MPG 34.9 CO2 176g/km For Responsive engine, great exhaust note, awesome B-road ability and decent kit. Against Steering feel could be better and real-world economy disappoints. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Volkswagen Polo GTI
Our pick 2.0 TSI + List price £23,160 Target Price £21,657 MPG 39.8 CO2 134g/km For Comfortable in everyday use, with lots of grip; quicker than the Fiesta ST. Against Not as agile as its rivals; relatively unexciting to drive; auto gearbox only. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mini 3dr
Our pick Cooper S Sport List price £22,675 Target Price £21,362 MPG 40.4 CO2 147g/km For Impressive performance, a sporty exhaust note and decent handling. Against The ride is firm; it’s awkward for rearseat passengers; the interior layout is quirky. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £27,000
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Renault Mégane RS
Our pick 280 Cup List price £29,335 Target Price £28,363 MPG 35.3 CO2 181g/km For Incredible agility; sweet-sounding engine; cheaper than the Honda Civic Type R to buy. Against So-so performance; firm ride; you will want to add a few options. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Honda Civic Type R The Civic Type R absolutely nails the hot hatch duality, being utterly sublime to drive, even if you aren’t one for track days, yet as practical as the normal Civic. It can accelerate explosively and remains sweetly balanced right up to the limit when you’re cornering; indeed, the rival Mégane RS isn’t quite as capable, and nor is it as easy to live with, largely due to the Type R’s ability to ride considerably more comfortably.
BEST BUY
Our pick 2.0 VTEC Turbo GT List price £33,550 Target Price £32,750 MPG 33.2 CO2 178g/km For Handles brilliantly, yet surprisingly comfortable and easy to live with. Against Infotainment system is poor and the engine could sound more special. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW M140i
Our pick 3dr auto List price £36,015 Target Price £33,673 MPG 32.5 CO2 168g/km For Staggering performance, engine sounds great and infotainment system is excellent. Against Not cheap to run and you might wish for bolder styling. WHAT CAR? SAYS whatcar.com June 2019 | 113
BUYER’S GUIDE HOT HATCHES
£22,000-£27,000
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VAUXHALL CORSA 1.4 SRI NAV 5DR MPG (km/l): Urban 40.4 (7), Extra Urban 60.1 (4.7), Combined 50.4 (5.6), CO2 130 g/km
£129.89
CITROEN BERLINGO 1.6 BLUEHDI 650KG ENTERPRISE 75PS MPG (km/l): Urban 57.6 (4.9), Extra Urban 68.9 (4.1), Combined 64.2 (4.4), CO2 112 g/km
£161.24
VOLKSWAGEN POLO HATCHBACK 1.0 75 BEATS 5DR MPG (km/l): Urban 47.1 (6.0), Extra Urban 68.9 (4.1), Combined 58.9 (4.8), CO2 110 g/km
£179.99
CITROEN DISPATCH 1000 L2 1.6 BLUE HDI 115 ENTERPRISE MPG (km/l): Urban 50.4 (5.6), Extra Urban 56.5 (5.0), Combined 54.3 (5.2), CO2 137 g/km
£184.85
SKODA OCTAVIA DIESEL ESTATE 1.6 TDI CR S DSG MPG (km/l): Urban 64.2 (4.4), Extra Urban 74.3 (3.8), Combined 70.6 (4.0), CO2 105 g/km
£214.60
FORD TRANSIT CUSTOM 260 L1 DIESEL FWD MPG (km/l): Urban 38.2 (7.4), Extra Urban 47.9 (5.9), Combined 44.1 (5.8) CO2 163 g/km
£214.79
VOLKSWAGEN GOLF DIESEL HATCHBACK 2.0 TDI 184 GTD DSG MPG (km/l): Urban 50.4 (5.6), Extra Urban 62.8 (4.5), Combined 57.6 (4.9), CO2 129 g/km
£235.19
BMW 320D 4DR M SPORT MPG (km/l): Urban 49.6 (5.7), Extra Urban 65.7 (4.3), Combined 57.6 (4.9), CO2 127 g/km
£239.97
FORD RANGER DIESEL PICK UP DOUBLE CAB LIMITED 1 MPG (km/l): Urban 28.8 (9.8), Extra Urban 47.9 (5.9), Combined 36.2 (7.8), CO2 207 g/km
£267.43
MERCEDES A CLASS DIESEL HATCHBACK A180 AMG LINE MPG (km/l): Urban 60.1 (4.7), Extra Urban 72.4 (3.9), Combined 67.8 (4.2), CO2 111 g/km
£289.00
MERCEDES-BENZ GLC ESTATE SPECIAL EDITION 220D 4MATIC AMG NIGHT EDITION MPG (km/l): Urban 41.5 (6.8), Extra Urban 51.4 (5.5), Combined 47.1 (6.0), CO2 158 g/km
£339.05
RANGE ROVER VELAR 2.0 D180 5DR AUTO MPG (km/l): Urban 45.6 (6.2), Extra Urban 57.7 (4.9), Combined 48.7 (5.8), CO2 152 g/km
£441.04
RANGE ROVER SPORT DIESEL 3.0 SDV6 HSE AUTO MPG (km/l): Urban 35.8 (7.9), Extra Urban 44.1 (6.4), Combined 37.7 (7.5), CO2 198 g/km
£649.00
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Coupés
LESS THAN £40,000
Audi A5 Coupé
Our pick 40 TFSI Sport List price £35,030 Target Price £31,702 MPG 40.4 CO2 135g/km For Handles well and the interior is well built, plus it’s more practical than you might expect. Against The steering could be more involving, and we’d avoid the optional firmer suspension. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Audi TT The TT is one of our favourite coupés, and a facelift for 2019 has only confirmed its status as the best of its breed. As well as having a gorgeous, high-tech interior, the TT is quick and great to drive. It’s even relatively practical, thanks to an easy-to-access boot, even if its rear seats are cramped. When you consider how well priced it is and how well it’ll hold its value, the TT is actually something of a bargain.
Our pick 45 TFSI quattro Sport S tronic List price £36,500 Target Price £34,825 MPG 34.4 CO2 160g/km For Fabulous interior design and quality; crisp handling; easy to live with. Against Rear seats are seriously cramped, and you’ll want to add a few options. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW 2 Series Coupé
Our pick 218i Sport List price £26,645 Target Price £24,593 MPG 38.2 CO2 140g/km For It rides and handles well, while its steering is light but direct. Against The rear seats are cramped for adults and larger wheels harm the ride quality. WHAT CAR? SAYS
£40,000-£60,000
BEST BUY
Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupé
Our pick E220d AMG Line List price £41,3850 Target Price £37,471 MPG 45.6 CO2 132g/km For Classy interior, more rear leg room than the Audi A5 and a comfortable ride. Against The handling is stodgy and the steering is inconsistent. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Coupé
Our pick C220d AMG Line List price £40,460 Target Price £36,408 MPG 52.4 CO2 121g/km For Rides well on optional air suspension and running costs are reasonable. Against The infotainment system could be slicker in its operation and rear seat space is tight. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW 4 Series
Our pick 440i M Sport List price £47,385 Target Price £42,663 MPG 31.7 CO2 170g/km For Really quick, makes for effortless overtaking and has a fine blend of ride and handling. Against Driving position is awkward due to offset pedals; rear head room is tight for taller people. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £60,000
Aston Martin DB11
BEST BUY
Our pick V8 List price £147,900 Target Price £147,900 MPG 26.3 CO2 230g/km For Lighter than the DB11 V12, resulting in sharper handling and a sportier drive. Against Rear room and boot space are tight compared with rivals. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mercedes-Benz S-Class Coupé
Our pick S560 AMG Line List price £105,930 Target Price £92,946 MPG 27.2 CO2 228g/km For Performance and handling are better than you would imagine for such a big car. Against The view out is a little restricted, while the running costs are high. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Mercedes-AMG E-Class Coupé
Our pick E53 4Matic+ Premium List price £64,780 Target Price £62,583 MPG 30.8 CO2 203g/km For Smooth nine-speed automatic gearbox; high-quality interior is very comfortable. Against Numb steering makes it less enjoyable to drive than you would hope. WHAT CAR? SAYS whatcar.com June 2019 | 115
BUYER’S GUIDE COUPES
BEST BUY
Sports cars
Mazda MX-5
LESS THAN £30,000
BEST BUY
Our pick 2.0 Sport Nav+ List price £25,095 Target Price £23,747 MPG 40.9 CO2 156g/km For Great to drive, with a wonderful chassis, a slick gearbox and just the right amount of power. Against It doesn’t have the classiest interior, nor much space inside for people or luggage. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Toyota GT86
Our pick GT86 List price £27,325 Target Price £25,430 MPG 33.2 CO2 196g/km For Light weight and classic sports car layout give the GT86 real agility. It gets decent kit, too. Against The engine needs working very hard and is noisy, while the interior design is dated. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Subaru BRZ
Our pick SE Lux List price £27,065 Target Price £26,185 MPG 33.3 CO2 196g/km For Quick, despite its modest power, and has sharper handling than the closely related GT86. Against Has a firmer ride than the GT86 and you need to work the engine hard. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BUYER’S GUIDE SPORTS CARS
£30,000-£60,000
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019 Sports car
Porsche 718 Cayman
Our pick 2.0 List price £44,959 Target Price £44,959 MPG 32.8 CO2 186g/km For Balletic handling, sublime steering and gearshift, as well as strong pace. Against Stingy levels of standard equipment and the engine doesn’t sound special enough. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BEST BUY
Alpine A110 The reborn A110 is a real triumph. By focusing on engagement over outright pace, it involves its driver at sensible speeds – and just gets better the more you push it. Other sports cars may be more at home on the track, but the vast majority of your time will be spent at 70mph or below, and that’s why this most intoxicatingly brilliant B-road assassin is our 2019 Sports Car of the Year.
Our pick Pure List price £46,905 Target Price £46,905 MPG 44.1 CO2 144g/km For Its grin-inducing handling is unmatched at this price level, and it’s surprisingly cheap to run. Against Limited luggage space and an average infotainment set-up. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW M2
Our pick Competition List price £51,030 Target Price £49,940 MPG 28.5 CO2 227g/km For Has seriously impressive acceleration and good handling, with a playful side to its character. Against Sharp though the M2’s handling is, the 718’s is sharper; offset driving position. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £60,000
McLaren 570S
BEST BUY
Our pick Coupé List price £149,000 Target Price £149,000 MPG 23.1 CO2 249g/km For It’s easy to drive and gets better the faster you go; it’s amazingly fast and has fantastic handling. Against There’s no need to spend this much to get a great sports car. WHAT CAR? SAYS 116 | June 2019 whatcar.com
Audi R8
Our pick 5.2 FSI quattro List price £128,295 Target Price £128,295 MPG 21.6 CO2 293g/km For Free-revving V10 is an absolute joy and you don’t need to drive the car hard to enjoy it. Against Some rivals are more practical and the McLaren 570S is more engaging to drive quickly. WHAT CAR? SAYS
McLaren 720S
Our pick 720S List price £215,000 Target Price £215,000 MPG 23.2 CO2 249g/km For Staggeringly fast with class-leading handling, yet it has a comfortable ride. Against The touchscreen’s location is a little distracting; it’s incredibly expensive. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Performance cars
Our pick 3.3 T-GDi GT S List price £40,575 Target Price £40,575 MPG 27.7 CO2 221g/km For Nicely balanced handling, with strong
pace from purposeful-sounding V6 engine.
Against Tight in the back for tall adults; not
quite as classy inside as its German rivals.
WHAT CAR? SAYS
Alfa Romeo Giulia
Our pick 2.0 Turbo 280 Veloce Ti List price £46,005 Target Price £43,766 MPG 33.6 CO2 160g/km For Amazing steering; Quadrifoglio styling; great suspension set-up; well calibrated gearbox Against The four-cylinder engine isn’t the most refined and interior quality is disappointing. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Audi S3 Saloon
Our pick TFSI 300 quattro S tronic List price £39,015 Target Price £36,466 MPG 34.4 CO2 158g/km For Fast, whatever the weather, and you’ll be cocooned in a top-notch interior. Against Pricey, especially with options, and it should be more thrilling to drive. WHAT CAR? SAYS
£50,000-£80,000
CAR OF THE YEAR 2019
Performance car
Mercedes-AMG C-Class
Our pick C63 S List price £75,788 Target Price £72,125 MPG 25.7 CO2 227g/km For Awesome fun to drive, even more powerful than standard C63 and sounds epic, yet is as easy to drive as any C-Class. Against Pricey to buy and run. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Alfa Romeo Giulia Quadrifoglio The Giulia Quadrifoglio has been our favourite performance car for two years, which is quite some feat. But it’s no surprise, because this is a spacious, well-equipped saloon that’s almost as fast as the much pricier Mercedes-AMG E63 S Estate. That it can’t quite match that car for interior quality seems almost immaterial; you’ll be having too much fun to care. And that’s what a performance car is all about.
BEST BUY
Our pick 2.9 V6 Bi-Turbo 510 List price £63,540 Target Price £62,001 MPG 30.7 CO2 212g/km For Quick and hugely entertaining to drive, with a great engine and wonderful handling. Against Can’t match the material quality or infotainment systems of its rivals. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW M4
Our pick Coupé DCT List price £64,290 Target Price £58,668 MPG 28.5 CO2 213g/km For Auto gearbox makes great use of the engine in a car that can corner at impressive speeds. Against Has to be driven hard to be exciting and will be costly to run, however you drive it. WHAT CAR? SAYS
MORE THAN £80,000
BEST BUY
Mercedes-AMG E-Class Estate
Our pick E63 S 4Matic+ List price £96,780 Target Price £90,481 MPG 22.8 CO2 246g/km For It’s the very best of both worlds: amazingly fast and supremely practical. Against Costly to buy and run and infotainment isn’t quite as slick as Audi’s or BMW’s. WHAT CAR? SAYS
BMW M5
Our pick DCT List price £91,480 Target Price £87,703 MPG 23.9 CO2 246g/km For The M5’s four-wheel drive system helps you use all of its prodigious power with no drama. Against There are too many settings to fiddle with; Mercedes-AMG’s E63 is a bit more exciting. WHAT CAR? SAYS
Porsche Panamera
Our pick 4.0 V8 Turbo List price £118,324 Target Price £118,324 MPG 23.0 CO2 238g/km For Comfortable, luxurious and superb to drive, with 542bhp from the Turbo model. Against Expensive to buy and not quite as enjoyable to drive as its rivals. WHAT CAR? SAYS whatcar.com June 2019 | 117
BUYER’S GUIDE PERFORMANCE CARS
Kia Stinger
BEST BUY
LESS THAN £50,000
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Monthly company car tax bill
Price on the road
144 144
VERDICT The Abarth 124 Spider is a sportier version of its Fiat namesake Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4045mm W mm H 1233mm Boot 140litres 1.4 T MultiAir 2dr !!!!! £29,625 £29,625 406.7 6.8 1.4 T MultiAir GT 2dr £33,625 £33,625 6.8 170 170
180
180
145 160 165 180
42.8 40.9 41.5 41.5
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£95/£190 £91/£182 £111/£222 £97/£193 £105/£210 £92/£184 £125/£250 £101/£203 £158/£316 £80/£160 £114/£228 £86/£171 £86/£171 £79/£158 £95/£189 £125/£250 £110/£221 £102/£204 £95/£191 £116/£233 £102/£204
47.66 47.33 53.78 48.98 54.78 49.99 63.92 43.35 45.01 41.02 43.87 55.52 51.56 46.93 46.12 52.57 47.78
29E 31E
38U
35U
GIULIA SALOON
25E 24E -
144/29% 127/26% 127/26% 127/26% 114/23% 114/23% 164/33% 144/29% 157/32% 99/23% 123/28% 99/23% 99/23% 99/23% 110/26% 113/26% 113/26% 113/26% 110/26% 110/26% 110/26%
41% 40%
44%
44%
31U 33U 33U 37U
VERDICT The Giulia is good to drive and a ine alternative to the usual German suspects. Re inement and interior quality are below par, though Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4643mm W 2024mm H 1436mm Boot 480litres 2.0 TB 280 Veloce 4dr Auto £38,975 £35,859 475.45 5.7 149 280 295 40.9 160/33% £211/£423 73.63 42% 2.0 TB 280 Veloce Ti 4dr Auto £45,500 £41,846 5.7 149 280 295 40.9 160/33% £247/£494 40% 2.0 TB Nero Edizione 4dr Auto £34,990 6.6 146 200 243 41.5 157/32% £184/£367 2.0 TB Super 4dr Auto £32,490 £29,909 406.79 6.6 146 200 243 41.5 157/32% £170/£341 64.39 42% 2.1 2.2 JTDM-2 160 Super 4dr Auto !!!!! £33,140 £30,480 8.2 137 160 332 57.7 129/29% £159/£318 40%
45.6 51.4 51.4 51.4 57.7 57.7 39.2 45.6 41.5 74.3 60.1 74.3 74.3 74.3 67.3 65.7 65.7 65.7 67.3 67.3 67.3
£132/£265
£122/£243
£90/£180 48.08 £106/£212 £110/£220 51.52 £121/£242 55.88
148/30% £147/£294 65.52 148/30% £167/£334 -
155/32%
158/32%
152/31% 158/32% 155/32% 155/32%
15E 19E 20E 19E 22E 22E 15E 30E 17E 17E 17E 17E 21E 22E 21E 21E 20E 22E 22E
159 184 184 184 184 184 159 159 251 236 236 236 236 236 280 258 258 258 280 280 280
184 44.1 184 44.1
184 41.5
184 41.5
152 170 170 184
29U 30U 30U 34U
Insurance group
34% 31% 34% 33% 34% 33% 34% 32% 30% 31% 31% 34% 33% 31% 30% 33% 29% 31% 30%
VERDICT A stylish alternative to the Volkswagen Golf, but it's nowhere near as rounded Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4351mm W Nmm H 1465mm Boot 350litres 1.4 TB 5dr !!!!! £19,960 £18,483 273.33 9.4 121 120 1.4 TB MultiAir 150 5dr !!!!! £21,265 £19,684 281.35 8.2 130 150 1.4 TB MultiAir 150 Speciale 5dr !!!!! £25,865 £23,927 331.31 8.2 130 150 1.4 TB MultiAir 150 Super 5dr !!!!! £22,515 £20,837 294.24 8.2 130 150 1.4 TB MultiAir Speciale 5dr TCT !!!!! £27,610 £25,537 348.05 7.6 135 170 1.4 TB MultiAir Super 5dr TCT !!!!! £24,260 £22,447 311.05 7.6 135 170 1.4 TB Nero Edizione 5dr £23,270 9.4 121 120 1.4 TB Sport 5dr £21,210 £19,636 9.4 121 120 1.75 TBi 240 Veloce 5dr TCT !!!!! £30,205 £27,958 390.41 6 152 240 1.6 JTDM-2 120 5dr !!!!! £21,005 £19,442 278.68 10 121 120 1.6 JTDM-2 120 Nero Edizione 5dr £24,700 10 121 120 1.6 JTDM-2 120 Sport 5dr £22,495 £20,817 10 121 120 1.6 JTDM-2 120 Super 5dr !!!!! £22,495 £20,817 291.64 10 121 120 1.6 JTDM-2 120 Tecnica 5dr !!!!! £20,845 £20,845 259.46 10 121 120 2.0 JTDM-2 150 Tecnica 5dr !!!!! £22,065 £22,065 275.71 8.8 130 150 2.0 JTDM-2 175 Speciale 5dr TCT !!!!! £29,050 £26,868 366 7.8 136 175 2.0 JTDM-2 175 Super 5dr TCT !!!!! £25,700 £23,778 335.69 7.8 136 175 2.0 JTDM-2 175 Tecnica 5dr TCT !!!!! £23,810 £23,810 298.2 7.8 136 175 2.0 JTDM-2 5dr !!!!! £22,225 £20,569 294.37 8.8 130 150 2.0 JTDM-2 Speciale 5dr !!!!! £27,065 £25,034 344.33 8.8 130 150 2.0 JTDM-2 Super 5dr !!!!! £23,715 £21,944 307.33 8.8 130 150
ALFA ROMEO whatcar.com/alfa-romeo GIULIETTA HATCHBACK
124 SPIDER CONVERTIBLE
140
140
130 134 135 140
6.7
695 CONVERTIBLE
695 HATCHBACK
595 CONVERTIBLE
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Target Price 020 8267 4138
VERDICT Same as above, but with a folding soft-top roof Doors 2 Seats 4 L 3660mm W mm H 1485mm Boot 185litres 1.4 T-Jet 180 Rivale 2dr £25,380 £25,380
Contract hire per month 6.7
0-62mph (sec)
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Max speed (mph)
VERDICT Special-edition version of the 595 Doors 3 Seats 4 L 3660mm W mm H 1485mm Boot 185litres 1.4 T-Jet 180 Rivale 3dr £23,380 £23,380
Power (ps)
48% 46% 46% 45%
Torque (lb/ft)
7.8 7.3 7.3 6.7
Gov’t MPG True MPG
VERDICT Same as above, but with a folding soft-top roof Doors 2 Seats 4 L 3660mm W 1893mm H 1485mm Boot 185litres 1.4 T-Jet 145 2dr !!!!! £17,980 £17,980 278.63 1.4 T-Jet 160 Trofeo 2dr £20,480 £20,480 1.4 T-Jet 165 Turismo 2dr !!!!! £21,180 £21,180 306.86 1.4 T-Jet 180 Competizione 2dr !!!!! £23,280 £23,280 340.33
Cost per mile 44% 46% 46% 46%
20% / 40%
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles
VERDICT The 595 is startlingly quick and wonderfully stylish, but there are rivals that are both cheaper and better to drive Doors 3 Seats 4 L 3660mm W 1893mm H 1485mm Boot 185litres 1.4 T-Jet 145 3dr !!!!! £15,980 £15,980 255.5 7.8 130 145 152 42.8 151/31% £80/£159 45.07 1.4 T-Jet 160 Trofeo 3dr £18,480 £18,480 7.3 134 160 170 40.9 158/32% £96/£191 1.4 T-Jet 165 Turismo 3dr !!!!! £19,180 £19,180 284.35 7.3 135 165 170 41.5 155/32% £99/£199 48.61 1.4 T-Jet 180 Competizione 3dr !!!!! £21,280 £21,280 318.04 6.7 140 180 184 41.5 155/32% £110/£221 53
ABARTH whatcar.com/abarth 595 HATCHBACK
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
ABARTH TO AUDI KEY INFO
VERDICT !!!!! £29,135 £29,135 £27,785 £27,785 £24,480 £24,480 £25,635 £25,635 !!!!! !!!!! -
VERDICT Sets the class benchmark for interior quality and engine re inement Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4726mm W 2022mm H 1427mm Boot 480litres 2.0 35 TFSI Black Edition 4dr £33,250 2.0 35 TFSI Black Edition [Tech Pack] £34,645 -
A4 SALOON
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VERDICT Comfortable, classy and great to drive. One of the best open-tops on sale Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4423mm W 1960mm H 1409mm Boot 320litres 1.5 35 TFSI S Line 2dr £31,970 8.9 137 1.5 35 TFSI Sport 2dr !!!!! £29,820 8.9 137 2.0 40 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic £36,730 6.9 150 2.0 40 TFSI Sport 2dr S Tronic £33,150 7.2 155 S3 2.0 50 TFSI Quattro 2dr S Tronic !!!!! £41,880 5.1 155
9.9 9.9 9.9 8.2 8.2 8.2 6.8 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.8 6.8 6.2 10.4 10.4 10.4 8.6 8.6 8.6 6.8 6.8 4.6 4.6
136 136 136 136 151 146 146 146 151 151 127 127 127 127 135 135 135 135 143 143 143 155 155
Max speed (mph) 116 116 116 150 150 150 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 116 116 116 150 150 150 184 184 310 310
A3 CABRIOLET CONVERTIBLE
0-62mph (sec) 8.2 8.2 8.2 8.2 6.8 6.2 6.2 6.2 6.8 6.8 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6 6.8 6.8 6.8 4.6 4.6
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VERDICT Good enough to beat the sensational BMW 3 Series Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4458mm W 1960mm H 1416mm Boot litres 1.0 30 TFSI Black Edition 4dr £27,410 £27,410 1.0 30 TFSI S Line 4dr £26,060 £26,060 1.0 30 TFSI Sport 4dr £23,910 £23,910 1.5 35 TFSI Black Edition 4dr £29,395 1.5 35 TFSI S Line 4dr £28,045 1.5 35 TFSI Sport 4dr !!!!! £25,895 2.0 40 TFSI Black Edition S Tronic £29,225 2.0 40 TFSI Quattro Black Editio S Tr £34,155 2.0 40 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic £32,805 2.0 40 TFSI Quattro Sport S Tronic £29,225 2.0 40 TFSI S Line 4dr S Tronic £29,225 2.0 40 TFSI Sport 4dr S Tronic £29,225 2.0 40 TFSI Quat Black Ed S Tr [Tech] £35,550 1.6 30 TDI 116 Black Edition 4dr £29,700 £29,700 1.6 30 TDI 116 S Line 4dr £28,350 £28,350 1.6 30 TDI 116 Sport 4dr £26,200 £26,200 2.0 35 TDI Black Edition 4dr £30,845 2.0 35 TDI S Line 4dr £29,495 2.0 35 TDI Sport 4dr £27,345 2.0 40 TDI 184 Quattro Black Ed S Tr £35,095 2.0 40 TDI 184 Quattro S Line S Troni £33,745 S3 2.0 50 TFSI Quattro 4dr S Tronic £37,955 S3 2.0 50 TFSI Quattro Black Ed S Tr £39,505 -
A3 SALOON
1.5 35 TFSI Black Edition 5dr 1.5 35 TFSI S Line 5dr 1.5 35 TFSI SE Technik 5dr 1.5 35 TFSI Sport 5dr 2.0 40 TFSI Black Edition S Tronic 2.0 40 TFSI Quattro Black Editio S Tr 2.0 40 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic 2.0 40 TFSI Quattro Sport S Tronic 2.0 40 TFSI S Line 5dr S Tronic 2.0 40 TFSI Sport 5dr S Tronic 1.6 30 TDI 116 Black Edition 5dr 1.6 30 TDI 116 S Line 5dr 1.6 30 TDI 116 SE Technik 5dr 1.6 30 TDI 116 Sport 5dr 2.0 35 TDI Black Edition 5dr 2.0 35 TDI S Line 5dr 2.0 35 TDI SE Technik 5dr 2.0 35 TDI Sport 5dr 2.0 40 TDI 184 Quattro Black Edi S Tr 2.0 40 TDI 184 Quattro S Line S Troni 2.0 40 TDI 184 Quattro Sport S Troni S3 2.0 50 TFSI Quattro 5dr S Tronic S3 2.0 50 TFSI Quattro Black Edi S Tr
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
ABARTH TO AUDI
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3.9 3.9
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VERDICT The A3 is an outstanding all-rounder, although some rivals are better value for money Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4311mm W 1966mm H 1426mm Boot 280litres 1.0 30 TFSI 116 Black Edition 5dr £26,845 £26,845 9.9 128 116 148 1.0 30 TFSI 116 S Line 5dr £25,495 £25,495 9.9 128 116 148 1.0 30 TFSI 116 SE Technik 5dr £22,190 £22,190 9.9 128 116 148 1.0 30 TFSI 116 Sport 5dr £23,345 £23,345 9.9 128 116 148 1.0 30 TFSI 116 Black Ed S Tro [Tech] 9.9 128 116 148
A3 SPORTBACK HATCHBACK
VERDICT A smooth-riding, enjoyable-to-drive premium small car Doors 5 Seats 5 L mm W mm H mm Boot litres 1.0 25 TFSI S Line 5dr 1.0 25 TFSI SE 5dr 1.0 25 TFSI Sport 5dr 1.0 30 TFSI S Line 5dr 1.0 30 TFSI SE 5dr 1.0 30 TFSI Sport 5dr !!!!! 1.5 35 TFSI S Line 5dr 1.5 35 TFSI S Line Contrast Edition 1.5 35 TFSI S Line Style Edition 5dr 1.5 35 TFSI Sport 5dr -
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VERDICT Aston Martin’s best sports car to date, even if the Porsche 911 is a better all-rounder Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4464mm W 2153mm H 1271mm Boot 236litres 4.0 2dr ZF 8 Speed Auto !!!!! £120,955 3.6 195 503 505 25.2
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VERDICT The A5 Coupé is comfortable, quiet and very classy, but it could be a little more exciting to drive Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4673mm W 2029mm H 1371mm Boot 465litres 2.0 35 TFSI Black Edition S Tronic £37,600 150 - 2.0 35 TFSI S Line 2dr S Tronic £35,750 150 - 2.0 35 TFSI Sport 2dr S Tronic £33,980 150 - 2.0 35 TFSI Vorsprung 2dr S Tronic £48,600 150 - 2.0 40 TFSI Black Edition 2dr £37,940 190 236 2.0 40 TFSI S Line 2dr £36,090 190 236 2.0 40 TFSI Sport 2dr £34,320 190 236 2.0 40 TFSI Vorsprung 2dr £48,940 190 236 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Black Editio S Tr £44,765 245 - 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic £42,915 245 - 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Vorsprung S Tron £55,765 245 - 2.0 40 TDI Black Edition 2dr S Tronic £41,550 190 295 2.0 40 TDI Quattro Black Edition S Tr £43,075 190 295 2.0 40 TDI Quattro S Line S Tronic £41,225 190 295 2.0 40 TDI Quattro Sport S Tronic £39,455 190 295 2.0 40 TDI Quattro Vorsprung S Troni £54,075 190 295 2.0 40 TDI S Line 2dr S Tronic !!!!! £39,700 190 295 2.0 40 TDI Sport 2dr S Tronic !!!!! £37,930 190 295 2.0 40 TDI Vorsprung 2dr S Tronic £52,550 190 295 3.0 50 TDI Quattro Black Edition Tipt £46,470 286 457 3.0 50 TDI Quattro S Line Tiptronic £44,620 286 457 3.0 50 TDI Quattro Vorsprung Tiptron £57,470 286 457 -
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VERDICT The Allroad is no more practical than the regular Avant, and it’s more expensive, so it’s worth considering only if you love the looks Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4750mm W 1842mm H Nmm Boot litres 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Sport S Tronic £42,780 245 - -/-/43% 2.0 40 TDI Quattro Sport S Tronic !!!!! £40,960 190 295 -/-/44%
A4 ALLROAD ESTATE
VERDICT Superb quality, comfort and re inement make the practical A4 Avant one of the best estates you can buy Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4725mm W 2022mm H 1434mm Boot 505litres 2.0 35 TFSI Black Edition 5dr £34,650 150 - -/2.0 35 TFSI S Line 5dr £33,200 150 - -/2.0 35 TFSI SE 5dr !!!!! £29,850 150 - -/2.0 35 TFSI Sport 5dr £31,750 150 - -/2.0 40 TFSI Black Edition S Tronic £38,050 190 236 -/2.0 40 TFSI S Line 5dr S Tronic £36,600 190 236 -/2.0 40 TFSI Sport 5dr S Tronic £35,150 190 236 -/2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Black Editio S Tr £43,380 245 - -/2.0 45 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic £41,930 245 - -/2.0 35 TDI Black Edition 5dr S Tronic £39,230 150 236 -/2.0 35 TDI S Line 5dr S Tronic £37,780 150 236 -/2.0 35 TDI SE 5dr S Tronic £34,430 150 236 -/2.0 35 TDI Sport 5dr S Tronic £36,330 150 236 -/2.0 40 TDI Black Edition 5dr S Tronic £40,130 190 295 -/2.0 40 TDI Quattro Black Edition S Tr £41,560 190 295 -/2.0 40 TDI Quattro S Line S Tronic £40,110 190 295 -/2.0 40 TDI Quattro Sport S Tronic £38,660 190 295 -/2.0 40 TDI S Line 5dr S Tronic £38,680 190 295 -/2.0 40 TDI Sport 5dr S Tronic £37,230 190 295 -/-
2.0 35 TFSI S Line 4dr 2.0 35 TFSI SE 4dr 2.0 35 TFSI Sport 4dr 2.0 40 TFSI Black Edition S Tronic 2.0 40 TFSI S Line 4dr S Tronic 2.0 40 TFSI Sport 4dr S Tronic 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Black Editio S Tr 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic 2.0 35 TDI Black Edition 4dr S Tronic 2.0 35 TDI S Line 4dr S Tronic 2.0 35 TDI SE 4dr S Tronic 2.0 35 TDI Sport 4dr S Tronic 2.0 40 TDI Black Edition 4dr S Tronic 2.0 40 TDI Quattro Black Edition S Tr 2.0 40 TDI Quattro S Line S Tronic 2.0 40 TDI Quattro Sport S Tronic 2.0 40 TDI S Line 4dr S Tronic 2.0 40 TDI Sport 4dr S Tronic
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VERDICT We’re yet to drive this car Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4700mm W 2165mm H 1280mm Boot litres 5.2 V12 Touchtronic Au £225,055 -
DBS SUPERLEGGERA COUPE
DB11 VOLANTE CONVERTIBLE
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VERDICT Less practical than a Mercedes S Class Cabriolet, but if you’re looking for thrills and spills, the DB11 Volante hits the spot Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4750mm W 2060mm H 1300mm Boot litres 4.0 V8 2dr Touchtronic Auto !!!!! £161,715 £161,715 4.1 187 503 498 26 255/37% £986/£1972
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VERDICT The DB11, particularly the V8 version, is a convincing long-distance cruiser with a sportier bent than its key rivals Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4739mm W 2060mm H 1279mm Boot litres 4.0 V8 2dr Touchtronic Auto £149,715 £149,715 4 187 503 498 28.5 230/37% £912/£1824 5.2 V12 2dr Touchtronic Auto !!!!! £164,025 £164,025 3.9 200 600 516 24.8 265/37% £998/£1997 5.2 V12 AMR 2dr Touchtronic Auto £177,120 £177,120 3.7 208 630 516 24.8 265/37% £1079/£2158
DB11 COUPE
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VERDICT A brilliant engine isn’t enough to warrant the Rapide S’s unsettled ride, so-so handling and cramped interior Doors 4 Seats 4 L 5019mm W 2140mm H 1360mm Boot Nlitres 5.9 V12 552 4dr Touchtronic III Auto !!!!! £152,819 £152,819 4.4 203 552 465 21.9 300/37% £929/£1859 5.9 V12 565 Shadow Edition T III Au £155,319 £155,319 4.4 203 565 465 21.9 300/37% £945/£1889
ASTON MARTIN whatcar.com/aston-martin RAPIDE S SALOON
£242/£484 £226/£453 £281/£563 £271/£542 £181/£362 £224/£448 £210/£420 £188/£376 £245/£490 £236/£471 £417/£835 £541/£1081
57.7 129/29% £178/£355 212/37% £377/£755 125.84 48% 212/37% £501/£1002 47%
VERDICT The A110 is one of the most entertaining and rewarding sports cars you can buy, regardless of price Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4178mm W 1798mm H 2352mm Boot 100 litres 1.8L Turbo Pure DCT !!!!! £46,645 £46,645 4.5 155 252 236 144/29% 1.8L Turbo Legende DCT !!!!! £50,545 £50,545 4.5 155 252 236 144/29%
ALPINE whatcar.com/alpine A110 COUPE
35.7 35.7 35.7 35.7 58.9 49.5 49.5 53.3 49.5 49.5 28.2 28.8
190 332 443 30.7 443 30.7
VERDICT The Stelvio is fun to drive, but a irm ride and the cheap interior trim count against it Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4687mm W Nmm H 1671mm Boot 525litres 2.0 Turbo 200 Nero Edizione Auto £40,090 7.2 134 200 243 2.0 Turbo 200 Super 5dr Auto !!!!! £37,590 £34,615 7.2 134 200 243 2.0 Turbo 280 Milano 5dr Auto £46,490 £42,781 5.7 143 280 295 2.0 Turbo 280 Speciale 5dr Auto £44,790 £41,221 5.7 143 280 295 2.1 2.2 D 180 Super 5dr Auto £37,690 £34,655 7.6 130 180 332 2.1 2.2 D 190 Nero Edizione 5dr Auto £41,290 7.6 130 190 332 2.1 2.2 D 190 Super 5dr Auto £38,790 £38,790 7.6 130 190 332 2.1 2.2 D 190 Super 5dr Auto RWD £36,990 £36,990 7.6 130 190 332 2.1 2.2 D 210 Milano 5dr Auto £45,090 £41,470 6.6 134 210 347 2.1 2.2 D 210 Speciale 5dr Auto £43,390 £39,911 6.6 134 210 347 Quadrifoglio 2.9 V6 Biturbo 510 Auto !!!!! £69,500 £69,500 3.8 176 510 443 Quadrifoglio 2.9 V6 Bit 510 NRing Au £89,500 3.8 176 510 443
STELVIO SUV
2.1 2.2 JTDM-2 190 Speciale 4dr Auto £36,990 Quadrifoglio 2.9 V6 Biturbo 4dr Auto !!!!! £62,500 £60,683 Quadrifoglio 2.9 V6 Biturbo NRing Au £82,500 -
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Monthly company car tax bill
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Target Price 020 8267 4138
Price on the road
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VERDICT The latest A6 Avant is a comfortable, quiet and technologically advanced estate that feels beautifully built Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4943mm W 2086mm H 1461mm Boot 565litres 2.0 40 TDI S Line 5dr S Tronic £44,100 £42,100 8.3 149 204 295 60.1 124/28% £205/£409 2.0 40 TDI Sport 5dr S Tronic !!!!! £40,740 £38,740 8.3 149 204 295 60.1 124/28% £189/£378 3.0 50 TDI Quattro S Line Tip Auto £52,885 £50,885 5.7 155 286 457 48.7 151/34% £295/£589 3.0 50 TDI Quattro Sport Tip Auto £49,525 £47,525 5.7 155 286 457 48.7 151/34% £276/£551
Max speed (mph)
38E 36E 42E 42E
Power (ps)
VERDICT The A6 is quiet, comfortable, spacious and an impressive luxury car all round, even if it isn’t quite as thrilling to drive as the class best Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4933mm W 2086mm H 1455mm Boot 530litres 2.0 40 TDI S Line 4dr S Tronic !!!!! £42,000 £42,000 8.1 152 204 295 62.8 117/27% £188/£376 44% 2.0 40 TDI Sport 4dr S Tronic !!!!! £38,640 £38,640 8.1 152 204 295 62.8 117/27% £173/£345 44% 3.0 50 TDI Quattro S Line Tip Auto !!!!! £50,470 £50,470 5.5 155 286 457 50.4 146/33% £274/£549 43% 3.0 50 TDI Quattro Sport Tip Auto !!!!! £47,110 £47,110 5.5 155 286 457 50.4 146/33% £256/£512 43%
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50% 50% 47% 50% 49% 49% 47% 47% 46% 45% 46% 45% 45% 44% 46% 46% 45% 45% 44% 45% 45% 44% 46% 45% 44%
Cost per mile
VERDICT The A5 Sportback blends coupé-like styling with saloon practicality. We just wish it were a little more exciting to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4733mm W 2029mm H 1386mm Boot 465litres 2.0 35 TFSI Black Edition 5dr S Tronic £37,600 150 -/2.0 35 TFSI S Line 5dr S Tronic !!!!! £35,750 150 - -/-/2.0 35 TFSI Sport 5dr S Tronic £33,980 150 - -/-/2.0 35 TFSI Vorsprung 5dr S Tronic £48,600 150 - -/-/2.0 40 TFSI Black Edition 5dr £37,940 190 236 -/-/2.0 40 TFSI S Line 5dr !!!!! £36,090 190 236 -/-/2.0 40 TFSI Sport 5dr £34,320 190 236 -/-/2.0 40 TFSI Vorsprung 5dr £48,940 190 236 -/-/2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Black Editio S Tr £44,665 245 - -/-/2.0 45 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic £42,815 245 - -/-/2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Vorsprung S Tron £55,665 245 - -/-/2.0 35 TDI Black Edition 5dr S Tronic £40,650 150 226 -/-/2.0 35 TDI S Line 5dr S Tronic £38,800 150 226 -/-/2.0 35 TDI Sport 5dr S Tronic £37,030 150 226 -/-/2.0 35 TDI Vorsprung 5dr S Tronic £51,650 150 226 -/-/2.0 40 TDI Black Edition 5dr S Tronic £41,550 190 295 -/-/2.0 40 TDI Quattro Black Edition S Tr £43,075 190 295 -/-/2.0 40 TDI Quattro S Line S Tronic £41,225 190 295 -/-/2.0 40 TDI Quattro Sport S Tronic £39,455 190 295 -/-/2.0 40 TDI Quattro Vorsprung S Troni £54,075 190 295 -/-/2.0 40 TDI S Line 5dr S Tronic £39,700 190 295 -/-/2.0 40 TDI Sport 5dr S Tronic £37,930 190 295 -/-/2.0 40 TDI Vorsprung 5dr S Tronic £52,550 190 295 -/-/3.0 50 TDI Quattro Black Edition Tipt £46,470 286 457 -/-/3.0 50 TDI Quattro S Line Tiptronic !!!!! £44,620 286 457 -/-/3.0 50 TDI Quattro Vorsprung Tiptron £57,470 286 457 -/-/-
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VERDICT The A5 Cabriolet is re ined, comfortable and has tidy, if not thrilling, handling. It’s one of the best drop-tops in this price range Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4673mm W 2029mm H 1383mm Boot litres 2.0 40 TFSI S Line 5dr !!!!! £39,750 190 236 -/-/2.0 40 TFSI Sport 5dr £37,980 190 236 -/-/2.0 40 TFSI Vorsprung 5dr £49,750 190 236 -/-/2.0 45 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic £46,575 245 - -/-/2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Vorsprung S Tron £56,575 245 - -/-/2.0 40 TDI Quattro S Line S Tronic £44,885 190 295 -/-/2.0 40 TDI Quattro Sport S Tronic £43,115 190 295 -/-/2.0 40 TDI Quattro Vorsprung S Troni £54,885 190 295 -/-/2.0 40 TDI S Line 5dr S Tronic !!!!! £43,360 190 295 -/-/2.0 40 TDI Sport 5dr S Tronic £41,590 190 295 -/-/2.0 40 TDI Vorsprung 5dr S Tronic £53,360 190 295 -/-/3.0 50 TDI Quattro S Line Tiptronic £50,130 286 457 -/-/3.0 50 TDI Quattro Vorsprung Tiptron £60,130 286 457 -/-/-
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OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
AUDI TO BMW Max speed (mph)
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
VERDICT
£342/£684 £320/£641 £407/£814 £358/£715 £486/£972
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306/37% £858/£1715 287/37% £765/£1530 283/37% £681/£1362
VERDICT The R8 does everything a proper supercar should - and then some Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4426mm W 2037mm H 1240mm Boot 112litres 5.2 FSI V10 Plus Quattro 2dr S Tronic !!!!! £141,200 £135,662 3.2 5.2 FSI V10 Quattro 2dr S Tronic !!!!! £126,200 £121,262 3.5 5.2 FSI V10 Rear Wheel Series S Tron £112,520 £108,129 3.7
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VERDICT Brilliant to drive and easy to live with Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4177mm W 1966mm H 1355mm Boot 280litres 2.0 40 TFSI Black Edition 2dr 2.0 40 TFSI S Line 2dr 2.0 40 TFSI Sport 2dr !!!!! 2.0 45 TFSI Black Edition 2dr 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Black Editio S Tr 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Sport S Tronic 2.0 45 TFSI S Line 2dr 2.0 45 TFSI Sport 2dr TTS 2.0 50 TFSI Quattro 2dr S Tronic TTS 2.0 50 TFSI Quattr Black Ed S Tr -
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197 197 197 245 245 245 245 245 245 305 305
VERDICT Some sports cars are more thrilling to drive, but few are as easy to live with Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4177mm W 1966mm H 1353mm Boot 305litres 2.0 40 TFSI Black Edition 2dr 2.0 40 TFSI S Line 2dr 2.0 40 TFSI Sport 2dr !!!!! 2.0 45 TFSI Black Edition 2dr 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Black Editio S Tr 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Sport S Tronic 2.0 45 TFSI S Line 2dr 2.0 45 TFSI Sport 2dr TTS 2.0 50 TFSI Quattro 2dr S Tronic TTS 2.0 50 TFSI Quattr Black Ed S Tr -
TT COUPE
178/37% £393/£786 178/37% £504/£1008
Power (ps)
VERDICT If you want that coupé-SUV look, the classy, spacious and re ined Q8 won’t disappoint Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4986mm W 2190mm H Nmm Boot litres 3.0 50 TDI Quattro S Line Tiptronic !!!!! £65,040 £65,040 6.3 144 286 443 41.5 3.0 50 TDI Quattro Vorsprung Tiptron £83,040 £83,040 6.3 144 286 443 41.5
Torque (lb/ft)
178/37% 178/37% 178/37% 177/37% 180/37%
Q8 SUV
KEY INFO
Monthly company car tax bill
VERDICT The outstanding Q7 offers a relaxing blend of comfort and whisper-quiet driving manners Doors 5 Seats 5 L 5051mm W 2212mm H Nmm Boot 650litres 3.0 45 TDI Quattro S Line Tiptronic !!!!! £56,745 £56,745 7.3 142 231 369 41.5 3.0 45 TDI Quattro Sport Tiptronic £53,250 £53,250 7.3 142 231 369 41.5 3.0 50 TDI Quattro Black Edition Tipt £67,295 £67,295 6.3 152 286 443 41.5 3.0 50 TDI Quattro S Line Tiptronic £59,295 £59,295 6.3 152 286 443 41.5 3.0 50 TDI Quattro Vorsprung Tiptron £80,095 £80,095 6.3 152 286 443 40.9
Q7 SUV
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
AUDI TO BMW
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z AUDI TO BMW Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 45% 46% 49%
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Q5 SUV
VERDICT Superb to drive and relatively cheap to run, the Q5 is one of the very best SUVs you can buy Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4663mm W 2140mm H Nmm Boot litres 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Black Editio S Tr £44,600 245 - 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic !!!!! £42,750 245 - 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Sport S Tronic £40,775 245 - 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Vorsprung S Tron £57,100 245 - 2.0 40 TDI Quattro Black Edition S Tr £44,350 £44,350 7.9 135 190 295 50.4 2.0 40 TDI Quattro S Line S Tronic £42,500 £42,500 7.9 135 190 295 51.4 2.0 40 TDI Quattro Sport S Tronic £40,525 £40,525 7.9 135 190 295 51.4 2.0 40 TDI Quattro Vorsprung S Troni £56,850 £56,850 7.9 135 190 295 50.4 -/-/-/-/148/33% 146/33% 144/32% 149/33%
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2619% 2440% 3425% 2948% 2774% 3611% 3020% 3679% 2524% 2353% 3179% 2488% 2313% 2706% 2536% 3361%
48% 48% 46% 47% 47% 47% 45% 45% 44% 45% 45% 45%
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VERDICT The Bentayga excels in performance and luxury, but not by enough for it to make more sense than its cheaper rivals Doors 5 Seats 5 L 5140mm W 2224mm H 1742mm Boot 484litres 4.0 V8 5dr Auto £138,325 £138,325 4.5 180 550 568 24.8 260/37% £840/£1680 4.0 V8 Mulliner Driving Spec Auto £145,580 £145,580 4.5 180 550 568 24.8 260/37% £885/£1769 6.0 W12 5dr Auto !!!!! £164,825 £164,825 4.1 187 608 664 22.1 292/37% £1003/£2007 6.0 W12 Mulliner 5dr Auto £233,525 £233,525 4.1 187 608 664 22.1 292/37% £1427/£2854
VERDICT Comfortable and cheap to run, but it could do with more space Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4324mm W 1765mm H 1440mm Boot 360litres 118i 1.5 M Sprt 3dr [Nav/Servotronic] £25,150 £23,338 118i 1.5 M Sport 5dr [N/S] £25,700 £23,847 118i 1.5 M Sport Shadow Edition 3dr £27,050 £25,096 118i 1.5 M Sport Shadow Edition 5dr £27,600 £25,604 118i 1.5 SE 3dr [N/S] £22,450 £20,841 118i 1.5 SE 5dr [N/S] £23,000 £21,349 118i 1.5 SE Business 3dr [N/S] £22,550 £20,933 118i 1.5 SE Business 5dr [N/S] £23,100 £21,442 118i 1.5 Sport 3dr [N/S] £23,450 £21,766 118i 1.5 Sport 5dr [N/S] £24,000 £22,274 120i 2.0 M Sport 3dr [N/S] Step Auto £28,770 £26,687 120i 2.0 M Sport 5dr [N/S] Step Auto £29,320 £27,195 120i 2.0 M Sprt Shadow Ed 3dr St Au £30,670 £28,444 120i 2.0 M Sprt Shadow Ed 5dr St Au £31,220 £28,953 120i 2.0 Sport 3dr [N/S] Step Auto £27,070 £25,114 120i 2.0 Sport 5dr [N/S] Step Auto £27,620 £25,623 125i 224 M Sport 3dr [N/S] Step Aut £30,240 £28,046 125i 224 M Sport 5dr [N/S] Step Aut £30,790 £28,555 125i 224 M Spt Shadow Ed 3dr St Au £32,140 £29,804 125i 224 M Spt Shadow Ed 5dr St Au £32,690 £30,313 116d M Sport 3dr [N/S] £26,125 £24,240 116d M Sport 5dr [N/S] £26,675 £24,749 116d M Sport Shadow Edition 3dr £28,025 £25,997 116d M Sport Shadow Edition 5dr £28,575 £26,506 116d SE 3dr [N/S] £23,425 £21,742 116d SE 5dr [N/S] £23,975 £22,251 116d SE Business 3dr [N/S] £23,780 £22,071 116d SE Business 5dr [N/S] £24,330 £22,580 116d Sport 3dr [N/S] £24,425 £22,667 116d Sport 5dr [N/S] £24,975 £23,176 118d M Sport 3dr [N/S] £27,320 £25,345 -
1 SERIES HATCHBACK
8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 7.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 6.1 10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5 10.5 8.4
130 130 130 130 130 130 130 130 130 130 140 140 140 140 140 140 151 151 151 151 124 124 124 124 124 124 124 124 124 124 132
136 136 136 136 136 136 136 136 136 136 184 184 184 184 184 184 224 224 224 224 116 116 116 116 116 116 116 116 116 116 150
162 162 162 162 162 162 162 162 162 162 199 199 199 199 199 199 229 229 229 229 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 236
47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 45.6 45.6 45.6 45.6 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 67.3 67.3 67.3 67.3 65.7 65.7 61.4
137/28% 137/28% 137/28% 137/28% 134/27% 134/27% 134/27% 134/27% 137/28% 137/28% 137/28% 137/28% 137/28% 137/28% 137/28% 137/28% 140/29% 140/29% 140/29% 140/29% 114/26% 114/26% 114/26% 114/26% 111/26% 111/26% 111/26% 111/26% 114/26% 114/26% 120/28%
£116/£232 £119/£237 £125/£250 £128/£255 £100/£200 £102/£205 £100/£201 £103/£206 £108/£216 £111/£222 £133/£266 £136/£271 £142/£284 £145/£289 £125/£250 £128/£255 £145/£290 £148/£295 £154/£308 £157/£314 £112/£224 £115/£229 £120/£241 £123/£245 £100/£201 £103/£206 £102/£204 £104/£209 £105/£209 £107/£214 £126/£253
VERDICT Electric motoring doesn’t come much more desirable than the i3, but there are better (and cheaper) alternatives Doors 5 Seats 4 L 4011mm W 2039mm H 1598mm Boot 260litres 94Ah 5dr Auto £34,075 £29,575 7.3 93 170 184 N 0/0% S 94Ah 5dr Auto £36,980 £32,480 6.9 99 183 199 N 0/0%
BMW whatcar.com/bmw I3 HATCHBACK
BENTAYGA SUV
MULSANNE SALOON
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VERDICT The Mulsanne is a luxury limo that’s a little sharper to drive than the Rolls-Royce Phantom but not quite as comfortable Doors 4 Seats 5 L 5575mm W 2208mm H 1521mm Boot 443litres 6.8 V8 4dr Auto !!!!! £231,485 £231,485 5.1 184 505 752 18.8 342/37% £1414/£2829 6.8 V8 4dr Auto EWB !!!!! £277,125 £277,125 5.3 184 505 752 18.8 344/37% £1696/£3392 6.8 V8 Mulliner Driving Spec Auto !!!!! £245,410 £245,410 5.1 184 505 752 18.8 342/37% £1500/£3001 6.8 V8 Mulliner Driving Spec Au EWB !!!!! £290,470 £290,470 5.3 184 505 752 18.8 344/37% £1778/£3556 6.8 V8 Speed 4dr Auto !!!!! £254,125 £254,125 4.8 190 530 811 18.8 342/37% £1554/£3108
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VERDICT The Continental GT may not be the best-handling coupé, but it excels in comfort and luxury Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4850mm W 2187mm H 1405mm Boot 358litres 6.0 W12 2dr Auto !!!!! £158,825 £158,825 3.7 207 635 664 23.2 6.0 W12 First Edition 2dr Auto £193,625 £193,625 3.7 207 635 664 23.2 6.0 W12 Mulliner Driving Spec Auto £166,480 £166,480 3.7 207 635 664 23.2
CONTINENTAL GT COUPE
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VERDICT The Flying Spur is a strong performer with a lovely interior. However, it’s expensive and doesn’t ride as smoothly as it should Doors 4 Seats 5 L 5299mm W 2208mm H 1488mm Boot 475litres 4.0 V8 4dr Auto !!!!! £134,615 £134,615 4.9 183 507 486 25.9 254/37% £819/£1638 4.0 V8 Mulliner Driving Spec Auto !!!!! £147,415 £147,415 4.9 183 507 486 25.9 254/37% £898/£1796 4.0 V8 S 4dr Auto !!!!! £144,615 £144,615 4.9 190 528 502 25.9 254/37% £881/£1761 4.0 V8 S Mulliner Driving Spec Auto !!!!! £151,915 £151,915 4.9 190 528 502 25.9 254/37% £926/£1851 6.0 W12 4dr Auto !!!!! £157,025 £157,025 4.3 199 625 590 19.2 335/37% £955/£1910 6.0 W12 Mulliner Driving Spec Auto !!!!! £165,750 £165,750 4.3 200 625 590 19 343/37% £1009/£2018 6.0 W12 S 4dr Auto !!!!! £171,925 £171,925 4.2 202 635 605 19.2 335/37% £1047/£2094
BENTLEY whatcar.com/bentley FLYING SPUR SALOON
A TO Z AUDI TO BMW
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VERDICT An impressive family SUV, but one that doesn’t feel quite as rounded as the Volvo XC40 Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4388mm W 2019mm H Nmm Boot 420litres 1.5 35 TFSI S Line 5dr !!!!! 150 1.5 35 TFSI Sport 5dr 150 1.5 35 TFSI Vorsprung 5dr S Tronic 9.2 128 150 184 2.0 40 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic 7.4 136 190 236 2.0 40 TFSI Quattro Sport S Tronic 7.4 136 190 236 2.0 40 TFSI Quattro Vorsprung S Tro 7.4 136 190 236 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic 6.3 144 230 258 2.0 45 TFSI Quattro Vorsprung S Tron 6.3 144 230 258 1.5 35 TDI S Line 5dr S Tronic 150 1.5 35 TDI Sport 5dr S Tronic 150 1.5 35 TDI Vorsprung 5dr S Tronic 150 2.0 35 TDI Quattro S Line 5dr 9.3 131 150 251 2.0 35 TDI Quattro Sport 5dr 9.3 131 150 251 2.0 40 TDI Quattro S Line S Tronic 190 2.0 40 TDI Quattro Sport S Tronic 190 2.0 40 TDI Quattro Vorsprung S Troni 190 -
Q3 SUV
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VERDICT The Q2 is a desirable and ine-driving small SUV with a stunning interior. Most similarly sized rivals are cheaper, though Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4191mm W 2009mm H Nmm Boot 405litres 1.0 30 TFSI SE 5dr £21,995 10.1 122 116 148 -/-/1.0 30 TFSI Sport 5dr £23,395 10.1 122 116 148 -/-/1.5 35 TFSI Black Edition 5dr £29,690 150 184 -/-/1.5 35 TFSI S Line 5dr £27,795 150 184 -/-/1.5 35 TFSI SE 5dr £24,145 150 184 -/-/1.5 35 TFSI Sport 5dr !!!!! £25,545 150 184 -/-/2.0 40 TFSI Quattro Black Editio S Tr £34,250 6.5 141 190 236 -/-/2.0 40 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic £32,355 6.5 141 190 236 -/-/1.6 30 TDI Black Edition 5dr £29,790 10.3 122 116 184 -/-/1.6 30 TDI S Line 5dr £27,895 10.3 122 116 184 -/-/1.6 30 TDI SE 5dr £24,245 10.3 122 116 184 -/-/1.6 30 TDI Sport 5dr £25,645 10.3 122 116 184 -/-/-
Q2 SUV
VERDICT The A8’s performance, comfort and serenity make it the most relaxing limo you can buy. It’s also beautifully built, practical and well equipped Doors 4 Seats 5 L 5172mm W 2130mm H Nmm Boot litres 3.0 55 TFSI Quattro 4dr Tiptronic !!!!! £71,570 £64,740 5.6 155 340 369 36.7 175/36% £424/£848 41% 44E 3.0 L 55 TFSI Quattro 4dr Tiptronic !!!!! £75,565 £68,345 5.7 155 340 369 36.7 175/36% £448/£896 41% 45E 3.0 50 TDI Quattro 4dr Tiptronic £69,955 £63,251 5.9 155 286 443 50.4 145/33% £382/£763 37% 44E 3.0 50 TDI Quattro S Line Tiptronic £74,450 £67,308 5.9 155 286 443 48.7 150/34% £419/£837 37% 45E 3.0 50 TDI Quattro Vorsprung Tiptron 5.9 155 286 443 -/-/3.0 L 50 TDI Quattro 4dr Tiptronic £73,950 £66,857 5.9 155 286 443 50.4 146/33% £404/£807 37% 45E 3.0 L 50 TDI Quattro S Line Tiptronic £78,445 £70,914 5.9 155 286 443 48.7 150/34% £441/£883 37% 45E 3.0 L 50 TDI Quattro Vorsprung Tiptr 5.9 155 286 443 -/-/-
A8 SALOON
VERDICT A beautifully made, very comfortable high-speed cruiser that’s decent, if not involving, to drive, but its infotainment is way too complex Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4969mm W 2118mm H Nmm Boot litres 3.0 55 TFSI Quattro S Line S Tronic £58,055 £52,938 5.3 155 340 369 39.8 161/33% £316/£632 45% 3.0 55 TFSI Quattro Sport S Tronic £55,155 £50,299 5.3 155 340 369 40.4 158/32% £291/£582 43% 3.0 55 TFSI Quattro Vorsprung S Tron 5.3 155 340 369 39.2 163/33% -/2.0 40 TDI S Line 5dr S Tronic £50,040 £45,617 8.3 152 204 295 57.6 127/29% £241/£481 49% 2.0 40 TDI Sport 5dr S Tronic !!!!! £47,140 £42,978 8.3 152 204 295 60.1 122/28% £219/£438 47% 3.0 45 TDI Quattro S Line Tip Auto £55,140 £50,285 6.5 155 231 369 48.7 150/34% £309/£619 45% 3.0 45 TDI Quattro Sport Tip Auto £52,240 £47,646 6.5 155 231 369 50.4 147/33% £284/£568 44% 3.0 45 TDI Quattro Vorsprung Tip Aut 6.5 155 231 369 48.7 150/34% -/3.0 50 TDI Quattro S Line Tip Auto £58,155 £53,029 5.7 155 286 457 48.7 150/34% £326/£653 45% 3.0 50 TDI Quattro Sport Tip Auto £55,255 £50,390 5.7 155 286 457 50.4 147/33% £301/£602 43% 3.0 50 TDI Quattro Vorsprung Tip Aut 5.7 155 286 457 48.7 150/34% -/-
40% 41% 39% 40% 39% 40% 40% 41% 41% 42% 39% 40% 39% 40% 40% 41% 39% 40% 39% 39% 35% 37% 35% 36% 36% 37% 38% 39% 36% 37% 35%
36% 35%
57% 58% 51% 48%
37% 37% 37% 36% 38%
54% 57% 54%
43% 42% 42% 42% 38% 38% 37%
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£27,870 £29,220 £29,770 £24,620 £25,170 £25,620 £26,170 £28,900 £29,450 £30,800 £31,350 £27,200 £27,750 £31,160 £32,860 £34,760 £32,310 £32,860 £34,210 £34,760 £35,240 £35,790 £36,575 £37,125 £40,400
Price on the road
Target Price 020 8267 4138
£25,854 £27,103 £27,612 £22,848 £23,357 £23,773 £24,282 £26,807 £27,316 £28,564 £29,073 £25,234 £25,743 £28,921 £32,860 £32,251 £29,961 £30,470 £31,719 £32,227 £32,864 £33,376 £34,106 £34,617 £40,400
Contract hire per month
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0-62mph (sec) 8.4 8.4 8.4 8.4 8.4 8.4 8.4 7.2 7.2 7.2 7.2 7.2 7.2 6.9 6.9 6.9 6.4 6.4 6.4 6.4 4.6 4.6 4.6 4.6 4.6
Max speed (mph) 132 132 132 132 132 132 132 142 142 142 142 142 142 138 138 138 149 149 149 149 155 155 155 155 155
Power (ps) 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 224 224 224 224 340 340 340 340 340
Torque (lb/ft) 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 332 332 332 332 369 369 369 369 369
61.4 61.4 61.4 64.2 64.2 61.4 61.4 60.1 60.1 60.1 60.1 60.1 60.1 54.3 54.3 54.3 58.9 58.9 58.9 58.9 38.2 38.2 38.2 38.2 38.2
Gov’t MPG True MPG
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VERDICT The seven-seat verison of the Active Tourer has frugal engines, but there are far more spacious MPVs for the money Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4568mm W 2038mm H 1612mm Boot 560litres 218i Luxury 5dr £28,775 £26,552 9.5 127 140 162 47.1 137/28% £133/£266 218i M Sport 5dr £29,775 £27,472 9.5 127 140 162 47.1 137/28% £138/£276 218i SE 5dr £26,775 £24,712 9.5 127 140 162 47.1 137/28% £124/£248 218i Sport 5dr !!!!! £28,025 £25,862 9.5 127 140 162 47.1 137/28% £130/£259 216d Luxury 5dr £29,750 £27,449 11.8 119 116 199 64.2 116/27% £133/£265 216d M Sport 5dr £30,750 £28,369 11.8 119 116 199 64.2 116/27% £137/£274 216d SE 5dr £27,750 £25,609 11.8 119 116 199 64.2 116/27% £124/£247 216d Sport 5dr £29,000 £26,759 11.8 119 116 199 64.2 116/27% £129/£259
£129/£258 £135/£270 £138/£275 £110/£219 £112/£224 £118/£237 £121/£242 £134/£267 £136/£272 £143/£285 £145/£290 £126/£251 £128/£257 £158/£316 £167/£334 £177/£353 £155/£310 £158/£315 £164/£328 £167/£334 £197/£393 59.59 £200/£399 59.85 £204/£408 £207/£414 £237/£474 -
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Cost per mile
57/0% -/57/0% -/57/0% -/57/0% -/57/0% -/132/27% £121/£242 132/27% £125/£251 132/27% £111/£222 132/27% £117/£235 112/26% £121/£241 112/26% £125/£250 112/26% £111/£222 112/26% £117/£235 119/27% £130/£261 119/27% £135/£270 119/27% £121/£241 119/27% £127/£254 117/27% £145/£290 117/27% £149/£299 117/27% £135/£270 117/27% £141/£283 124/28% £157/£314 124/28% £162/£324 124/28% £147/£294 124/28% £154/£307
VERDICT The 2 Series Active Tourer is spacious, well inished and good to drive, if a little expensive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4354mm W 2038mm H 1556mm Boot 400litres 225xe Luxury 5dr Auto £35,245 £30,162 6.7 126 224 284 113 225xe M Sport 5dr Auto £36,245 £31,087 6.7 126 224 284 113 225xe M Sport Premium 5dr Auto £36,745 £31,550 6.7 126 224 284 113 225xe Sport 5dr Auto £34,495 £29,469 6.7 126 224 284 113 225xe Sport Premium 5dr Auto £34,995 £29,931 6.7 126 224 284 113 218i Luxury 5dr £27,090 £25,133 9.3 127 140 162 48.7 218i M Sport 5dr £28,090 £26,058 9.3 127 140 162 48.7 218i SE 5dr £24,910 £23,116 9.3 127 140 162 48.7 218i Sport 5dr !!!!! £26,340 £24,439 9.3 127 140 162 48.7 216d Luxury 5dr £28,065 £26,034 11.1 121 116 199 65.7 216d M Sport 5dr £29,065 £26,959 11.1 121 116 199 65.7 216d SE 5dr £25,885 £24,018 11.1 121 116 199 65.7 216d Sport 5dr £27,315 £25,341 11.1 121 116 199 65.7 218d Luxury 5dr £29,240 £27,121 9 130 150 243 62.8 218d M Sport 5dr £30,240 £28,046 9 130 150 243 62.8 218d SE 5dr £27,060 £25,105 9 130 150 243 62.8 218d Sport 5dr £28,490 £26,428 9 130 150 243 62.8 220d Luxury 5dr Step Auto £32,430 £30,072 7.6 139 190 295 64.2 220d M Sport 5dr Step Auto £33,430 £30,997 7.6 139 190 295 64.2 220d SE 5dr Step Auto £30,250 £28,056 7.6 139 190 295 64.2 220d Sport 5dr Step Auto £31,680 £29,378 7.6 139 190 295 64.2 220d xDrive Luxury 5dr Step Auto £33,930 £31,460 7.5 138 190 295 60.1 220d xDrive M Sport 5dr Step Auto £34,930 £32,385 7.5 138 190 295 60.1 220d xDrive SE 5dr Step Auto £31,750 £29,443 7.5 138 190 295 60.1 220d xDrive Sport 5dr Step Auto £33,180 £30,766 7.5 138 190 295 60.1
2 SERIES ACTIVE TOURER MPV
118d M Sport 5dr [N/S] 118d M Sport Shadow Edition 3dr 118d M Sport Shadow Edition 5dr 118d SE 3dr [N/S] 118d SE 5dr [N/S] 118d Sport 3dr [N/S] 118d Sport 5dr [N/S] 120d M Sport 3dr [N/S] 120d M Sport 5dr [N/S] 120d M Sport Shadow Edition 3dr 120d M Sport Shadow Edition 5dr 120d Sport 3dr [N/S] 120d Sport 5dr [N/S] 120d xDrive Sport 5dr [N/S] Step Aut 120d xDrive M Sport 5dr [N/S] St Au 120d xDrive M Sp Shadow Ed 5dr S A 125d M Sport 3dr [N/S] Step Auto 125d M Sport 5dr [N/S] Step Auto 125d M Sport Shadow Ed 3dr St Auto 125d M Sport Shadow Ed 5dr St Auto M140i 3dr [Nav] Step Auto M140i 5dr [Nav] Step Auto M140i Shadow Edition 3dr Step Auto M140i Shadow Edition 5dr Step Auto M140i Championship Edition 3dr S Au
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 41% 41% 40% 40% 37% 37% 37% 37%
41% 41% 42% 40% 42% 44% 44% 44% 43% 38% 38% 37% 37% 37% 37% 37% 37% 37% 38% 37% 37% 37% 37% 36% 36%
36% 35% 36% 35% 37% 35% 37% 36% 37% 36% 37% 37% 38% 37% 36% 36% 36% 37% 36% 37% 39% 40% 43% 43% 40%
Insurance group 15E 15E 15E 15E 11E 12E 11E 11E
22E 23E 23E 22E 23E 14E 15E 14E 14E 12E 12E 11E 12E 16E 16E 15E 16E 21E 22E 21E 21E 22E 22E 21E 21E
20E 21E 21E 19E 19E 19E 19E 25E 25E 25E 25E 24E 24E 24E 24E 26E 30E 30E 29E 29E 37E 37E 38E 38E 41E
BMW
9.2 9.2 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 5.9 5.9 5.1 5.1 11.4 11.4 9 9 9 9 8.3 8.3 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7
130 130 143 143 143 143 139 139 139 139 155 155 155 155 124 124 130 130 130 130 138 138 143 143 143 143 138 138 138
3 SERIES TOURING ESTATE
VERDICT Pick the right options and this is the inest car of its type Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4633mm W 2031mm H 1429mm Boot 495litres 318i SE 5dr !!!!! £28,800 £26,575 314.74 318i Sport 5dr !!!!! £29,100 £26,851 310.29 320i M Sport 5dr !!!!! £33,610 £31,025 364.76 320i M Sport Shadow Edition 5dr !!!!! £35,510 £32,773 320i SE 5dr !!!!! £31,410 £29,001 339.97 320i Sport 5dr !!!!! £31,710 £29,277 335.53 320i xDrive M Sport 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £36,800 £33,960 402.29 320i xDrive M Sprt Shadow Ed St Au !!!!! £38,700 £35,708 320i xDrive SE 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £34,460 £31,807 367.31 320i xDrive Sport 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £34,900 £32,212 365.33 330i M Sport 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £38,435 £35,439 395.3 330i M Sport Shadow Edition St Auto !!!!! £40,335 £37,187 340i M Sport 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £44,245 £40,835 488.8 340i M Sport Shadow Edition St Auto !!!!! £46,145 £42,583 316d SE 5dr !!!!! £31,370 £28,940 339.61 316d Sport 5dr !!!!! £31,670 £29,216 334.95 318d M Sport 5dr !!!!! £34,910 £32,196 375.72 318d M Sport Shadow Edition 5dr !!!!! £36,810 £33,944 318d SE 5dr !!!!! £32,710 £30,172 350.79 318d Sport 5dr !!!!! £33,010 £30,448 346.13 320d Efficient Dynamics Plus 5dr !!!!! £34,560 £31,874 371.76 320d Efficient Dynamics Sport 5dr !!!!! £35,060 £32,334 374.69 320d M Sport 5dr !!!!! £36,380 £33,574 388.32 320d M Sport Shadow Edition 5dr !!!!! £38,280 £35,322 320d SE 5dr !!!!! £34,180 £31,550 362.97 320d Sport 5dr !!!!! £34,480 £31,826 358.31 320d xDrive M Sport 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £39,570 £36,508 415.78 320d xDrive M Sprt Shadow Ed St Au !!!!! £41,470 £38,256 320d xDrive SE 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £37,230 £34,356 389.46
349.62 344.96 402.31 375.99 373.76 384.49 398.22 429.39 -
142 142 142 139 139 139 155 155 143 143 143 140 140 140 155 155 155
3 SERIES GRAN TURISMO HATCHBACK
£30,160 £30,435 £35,402 £37,141 £33,261 £33,664 £37,690 £39,428 £39,377 £41,116 £40,466 £42,204
Contract hire per month
VERDICT More practical than the saloon, but the Touring estate is better still Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4824mm W 2047mm H 1508mm Boot 520litres 320i M Sport St Au [Business Media] !!!!! £36,210 £33,216 379.44 8.1 320i SE 5dr Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £33,820 £31,029 361.76 8.1 320i Sport 5dr Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £34,960 £32,073 372.09 8.1 320i xDrive M Sport Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £38,020 £34,899 393.24 8.4 320i xDrive SE 5dr Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £35,630 £32,712 375.56 8.4 320i xDrive Sport Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £36,770 £33,755 385.89 8.4 330i M Sport 5dr Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £39,560 £36,282 406.42 6.1 340i M Sport 5dr Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £45,525 £41,793 500.29 5.1 320d 190 M Sport 5dr [BM] !!!!! £37,570 £34,487 382.93 7.9 320d 190 SE 5dr [BM] !!!!! £35,320 £32,428 368.94 7.9 320d 190 Sport 5dr [BM] !!!!! £36,320 £33,343 376.47 7.9 320d xDrive M Sport Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £40,760 £37,406 410.6 7.8 320d xDrive SE 5dr Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £38,370 £35,219 396.61 7.8 320d xDrive Sport Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £39,510 £36,262 404.14 7.8 330d M Sport 5dr Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £43,355 £39,807 423.08 5.7 330d xDrive M Sport Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £44,855 £41,180 436.73 5.4 335d xDrive M Sport Step Auto [BM] !!!!! £46,315 £42,516 452.23 4.9
£32,870 £33,170 £38,570 £40,470 £36,230 £36,670 £41,070 £42,970 £42,885 £44,785 £44,075 £45,975
0-62mph (sec) 146 146 142 142 142 142 155 155 155 155 155 155
VERDICT !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!!
KEY INFO
Max speed (mph)
7.4 7.4 7.4 7.4 7.4 7.4 5.6 5.6 5.3 5.3 4.8 4.8
320d SE 4dr 320d Sport 4dr 320d xDrive M Sport 4dr Step Auto 320d xDrive M Sprt Shadow Ed St Au 320d xDrive SE 4dr Step Auto 320d xDrive Sport 4dr Step Auto 330d M Sport 4dr Step Auto 330d M Sport Shadow Edition St Aut 330d xDrive M Sport 4dr Step Auto 330d xDrive M Sprt Shadow Ed St Au 335d xDrive M Sport 4dr Step Auto 335d xDrive M Sprt Shadow Ed St Au
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
BMW
Power (ps) 136 136 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 252 252 326 326 116 116 150 150 150 150 163 163 190 190 190 190 190 190 190
184 184 184 184 184 184 252 326 190 190 190 190 190 190 258 258 313
190 190 190 190 190 190 258 258 258 258 313 313
Torque (lb/ft) 162 162 214 214 214 214 199 199 199 199 258 258 332 332 199 199 236 236 236 236 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295
199 199 199 199 199 199 258 332 295 295 295 295 295 295 413 413 465
295 295 295 295 295 295 413 413 413 413 465 465
44.1 44.1 42.2 42.2 42.2 42.2 42.2 42.2 42.2 42.2 44.8 44.8 36.7 36.7 58.9 58.9 58.9 60.1 60.1 60.1 60.1 60.1 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 52.3 53.3 53.3
44.8 44.8 44.8 41.5 41.5 41.5 43.5 37.2 56.5 56.5 56.5 53.3 53.3 53.3 48.7 47.1 44.1
58.9 58.9 54.3 55.4 55.4 55.4 51.4 51.4 48.7 48.7 45.6 45.6
146/30% 146/30% 153/31% 153/31% 153/31% 153/31% 154/31% 154/31% 154/31% 154/31% 145/30% 145/30% 174/35% 174/35% 126/29% 126/29% 127/29% 125/29% 125/29% 125/29% 125/29% 125/29% 132/30% 131/30% 131/30% 131/30% 141/32% 140/32% 140/32%
143/29% 143/29% 143/29% 156/32% 156/32% 156/32% 147/30% 173/35% 136/31% 136/31% 136/31% 141/32% 141/32% 141/32% 152/34% 158/35% 168/37%
125/29% 125/29% 137/31% 135/31% 135/31% 135/31% 146/33% 144/32% 154/34% 153/34% 164/36% 162/36%
Monthly company car tax bill £143/£285 £144/£288 £171/£341 £181/£361 £159/£319 £161/£322 £187/£374 £197/£394 £175/£350 £177/£355 £191/£382 £200/£401 £253/£506 £264/£528 £150/£301 £152/£304 £168/£335 £177/£353 £157/£314 £158/£317 £166/£332 £168/£336 £179/£358 £189/£377 £168/£336 £170/£339 £208/£416 £218/£436 £196/£391
£174/£348 £162/£324 £168/£335 £200/£400 £187/£374 £193/£386 £197/£393 £260/£521 £191/£382 £180/£359 £185/£369 £214/£429 £202/£403 £208/£415 £241/£481 £257/£513 £280/£560
£158/£315 £159/£318 £196/£393 £206/£412 £184/£369 £187/£373 £223/£446 £226/£452 £238/£476 £249/£498 £259/£518 £271/£541
20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z BMW Cost per mile 52.23 51.72 59.89 56.25 55.74 65.11 60.21 60.02 63.45 77.05 53 52.47 58.12 54.65 54.11 56.49 57.35 59.95 56.21 55.68 63.9 60.09
60.99 58.63 59.98 63.77 61.41 62.75 64.64 78.47 59.37 57.48 58.48 62.98 61.09 62.08 65.72 68.08 70.47
54.06 53.53 61.89 58.08 57.86 60.43 62.81 67.18 -
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 37% 38% 38% 39% 35% 37% 38% 38% 36% 36% 37% 38% 38% 38% 31% 32% 34% 34% 32% 33% 34% 34% 34% 35% 32% 33% 34% 35% 32%
39% 36% 37% 39% 37% 37% 38% 40% 35% 32% 32% 35% 32% 33% 36% 36% 37%
32% 33% 34% 34% 32% 32% 34% 35% 34% 35% 36% 37%
21E 21E 28E 32E 27E 27E 28E 32E 27E 28E 34E 36E 37E 39E 18E 18E 23E 28E 23E 23E 27E 28E 29E 32E 28E 29E 29E 33E 27E
28E 28E 28E 29E 29E 29E 34E 37E 29E 28E 29E 29E 28E 28E 38E 38E 40E
28E 28E 28E 33E 27E 27E 37E 40E 37E 40E 40E 42E
Insurance group
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129 129 129 140 140 155 155 129 129 129 140 140 144
130 130 146 146 146 146 143 143 143 143 155 155 155 155 127 127 134 134 134 134 143 143 146 146
VERDICT Not quite a class leader, but still a comfortable, fun to drive open-top Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4432mm W 1984mm H 1413mm Boot 335litres 218i M Sport 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £30,860 £28,470 9.4 218i SE 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £28,260 £26,078 9.4 218i Sport 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £29,260 £26,998 9.4 220i M Sport 2dr [Nav] Step Auto !!!!! £35,345 £32,597 7.7 220i Sport 2dr [Nav] Step Auto !!!!! £33,745 £31,125 7.7 230i M Sport 2dr [Nav] Step Auto !!!!! £36,215 £33,397 5.9 M240i 2dr [Nav] Step Auto !!!!! £42,190 £38,944 4.7 218d M Sport 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £33,310 £30,749 9 218d SE 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £30,710 £28,357 9 218d Sport 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £31,710 £29,277 9 220d M Sport 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £35,040 £32,341 7.6 220d Sport 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £33,440 £30,869 7.6 225d M Sport 2dr [Nav] Step Auto !!!!! £38,625 £35,614 6.5
VERDICT Comfortable, agile, classy and affordable to run Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4633mm W 2031mm H 1429mm Boot 480litres 318i SE 4dr !!!!! £27,800 £25,521 295.56 318i Sport 4dr !!!!! £28,100 £25,796 290.95 320i M Sport 4dr !!!!! £32,300 £29,639 353.34 320i M Sport Shadow Edition 4dr !!!!! £34,200 £31,377 320i SE 4dr !!!!! £30,100 £27,626 328.54 320i Sport 4dr !!!!! £30,400 £27,900 324.1 320i xDrive M Sport 4dr Step Auto !!!!! £35,490 £32,558 383.14 320i xDrive M Sport Shadow Ed S Au !!!!! £37,390 £34,296 320i xDrive SE 4dr Step Auto !!!!! £33,150 £30,416 355.88 320i xDrive Sport 4dr Step Auto !!!!! £33,590 £30,819 353.9 330i M Sport 4dr Step Auto !!!!! £37,435 £34,337 383.87 330i M Sport Shadow Edition St Auto !!!!! £39,335 £36,076 340i M Sport 4dr Step Auto !!!!! £42,930 £39,391 477.37 340i M Sport Shadow Edition St Auto !!!!! £44,830 £41,130 316d SE 4dr !!!!! £30,370 £27,873 325.63 316d Sport 4dr !!!!! £30,670 £28,147 320.97 318d M Sport 4dr !!!!! £33,910 £31,112 361.32 318d M Sport Shadow Edition 4dr !!!!! £35,810 £32,850 318d SE 4dr !!!!! £31,710 £29,099 336.37 318d Sport 4dr !!!!! £32,010 £29,373 332.78 320d Efficient Dynamics Plus 4dr !!!!! £33,560 £30,792 358.28 320d Efficient Dynamics Sport 4dr !!!!! £34,060 £31,249 360.7 320d M Sport 4dr !!!!! £35,070 £32,173 373.5 320d M Sport Shadow Edition 4dr !!!!! £36,970 £33,912 -
3 SERIES SALOON
2 SERIES CONVERTIBLE
8.9 8.9 7.2 7.2 7.2 7.2 7.6 7.6 7.6 7.6 5.8 5.8 5.1 5.1 10.9 10.9 8.7 8.7 8.7 8.7 8 8 7.4 7.4
130 130 130 143 143 155 155 132 132 132 143 143 140 140 151 155
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VERDICT Compact coupe that's good to drive and has a high-quality interior Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4432mm W 1984mm H 1418mm Boot 390litres 218i M Sport 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £27,660 £25,460 8.8 218i SE 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £25,060 £23,074 8.8 218i Sport 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £26,060 £23,992 8.8 220i M Sport 2dr [Nav] Step Auto !!!!! £32,145 £29,575 7.2 220i Sport 2dr [Nav] Step Auto !!!!! £30,545 £28,107 7.2 230i M Sport 2dr [Nav] Step Auto !!!!! £33,015 £30,373 5.6 M240i 2dr [Nav] Step Auto !!!!! £38,675 £35,592 4.6 218d M Sport 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £29,800 £27,423 8.5 218d SE 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £27,200 £25,038 8.5 218d Sport 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £28,200 £25,955 8.5 220d M Sport 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £31,530 £29,010 7.2 220d Sport 2dr [Nav] !!!!! £29,930 £27,542 7.2 220d xDrive M Sport [Nav] Step Auto !!!!! £34,940 £32,165 7 220d xDrive Sport [Nav] Step Auto !!!!! £33,340 £30,697 7 225d M Sport 2dr Step Auto [Nav] !!!!! £35,425 £32,584 6.3 M2 Competition 2dr !!!!! £49,805 £49,096 4.4
2 SERIES COUPÉ
£30,925 £28,530 £31,925 £29,450 £29,150 £26,897 £30,175 £27,840 £34,115 £31,465 £35,115 £32,385 £33,365 £30,775 £35,615 £32,845 £36,615 £33,765 £34,865 £32,155
127 127 127 127 137 137 137 135 135 135
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9.6 9.6 9.6 9.6 8.2 8.2 8.2 8 8 8
218d Luxury 5dr 218d M Sport 5dr 218d SE 5dr 218d Sport 5dr 220d Luxury 5dr Step Auto 220d M Sport 5dr Step Auto 220d Sport 5dr Step Auto 220d xDrive Luxury 5dr Step Auto 220d xDrive M Sport 5dr Step Auto 220d xDrive Sport 5dr Step Auto
136 136 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 252 252 326 326 116 116 150 150 150 150 163 163 190 190
136 136 136 184 184 252 340 150 150 150 190 190 224
136 136 136 184 184 252 340 150 150 150 190 190 190 190 224 410
150 150 150 150 190 190 190 190 190 190
162 162 214 214 214 214 199 199 199 199 258 258 332 332 199 199 236 236 236 236 295 295 295 295
162 162 162 199 199 258 369 236 236 236 295 295 332
162 162 162 199 199 258 369 236 236 236 295 295 295 295 332 406
258 258 258 258 295 295 295 295 295 295
45.6 45.6 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 46.3 46.3 38.2 38.2 60.1 60.1 60.1 61.4 61.4 61.4 62.8 62.8 57.6 58.9
43.5 43.5 43.5 45.6 45.6 44.8 37.2 54.3 54.3 54.3 55.4 55.4 56.5
45.6 45.6 45.6 47.9 47.9 47.9 38.7 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 55.4 55.4 60.1 -
61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 57.6 57.6 57.6
141/29% 141/29% 149/30% 149/30% 149/30% 149/30% 148/30% 148/30% 148/30% 148/30% 140/29% 140/29% 168/34% 168/34% 123/28% 123/28% 123/28% 121/28% 121/28% 121/28% 120/28% 120/28% 127/29% 125/29%
148/30% 148/30% 148/30% 142/29% 142/29% 144/29% 172/35% 136/31% 136/31% 136/31% 135/31% 135/31% 130/30%
140/29% 140/29% 140/29% 135/28% 135/28% 135/28% 167/34% 120/28% 120/28% 120/28% 122/28% 122/28% 135/31% 135/31% 124/28% 227/37%
121/28% 121/28% 121/28% 121/28% 122/28% 122/28% 122/28% 129/29% 129/29% 129/29%
£133/£266 £135/£269 £160/£320 £170/£339 £149/£298 £151/£301 £176/£352 £186/£371 £164/£329 £167/£333 £180/£359 £189/£378 £240/£480 £251/£502 £141/£281 £142/£284 £157/£314 £166/£332 £147/£294 £148/£296 £155/£311 £158/£316 £168/£337 £177/£355
£153/£306 £140/£280 £145/£290 £170/£339 £162/£324 £174/£348 £241/£482 £169/£338 £156/£311 £161/£322 £178/£356 £170/£340 £192/£384
£132/£265 £120/£240 £125/£249 £149/£298 £141/£283 £153/£306 £216/£432 £138/£276 £126/£251 £130/£261 £146/£292 £139/£277 £178/£355 £169/£339 £164/£328 £296/£592
£143/£286 £148/£296 £135/£270 £140/£279 £158/£316 £163/£325 £155/£309 £171/£342 £176/£351 £167/£335
36% 37% 38% 38% 35% 36% 37% 38% 35% 36% 37% 37% 38% 38% 31% 32% 33% 34% 31% 32% 33% 34% 34% 35%
43% 43% 43% 41% 40% 41% 42% 37% 36% 37% 37% 37% 37%
41% 41% 41% 39% 39% 39% 41% 38% 37% 38% 38% 38% 38% 37% 37% 60%
37% 37% 36% 37% 37% 37% 37% 37% 37% 36%
21E 21E 28E 32E 27E 27E 28E 32E 27E 28E 32E 36E 36E 39E 18E 18E 23E 28E 22E 22E 27E 28E 28E 32E
27E 26E 26E 31E 32E 38E 46E 28E 27E 28E 33E 33E 36E
25E 24E 24E 31E 32E 38E 41E 26E 25E 26E 31E 31E 31E 31E 35E 47E
17E 17E 16E 17E 21E 21E 20E 22E 22E 21E
147 147 144 144 155 155 149 149 149 143 143 143 143 155 155 155
VERDICT Combines agile handling with a classy interior and decent space Doors 2 Seats 4 L mm W mm H mm Boot litres 420i M Sport 5dr [PM] !!!!! £35,650 £32,559 363.88 7.5 420i Sport 5dr [BM] !!!!! £34,300 £31,330 364.07 7.5 420i xDrive M Sport 5dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £38,840 £35,461 398.13 8.1 420i xDrive Sport 5dr Auto [BM] !!!!! £37,490 £34,233 398.32 8.1 430i M Sport 5dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £40,430 £36,880 5.9 440i M Sport 5dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £46,845 £42,774 5.1 420d 190 M Sport 5dr [PM] !!!!! £37,925 £34,601 365.76 7.6 420d 190 SE 5dr [BM] !!!!! £35,075 £32,007 351.01 7.6 420d 190 Sport 5dr [BM] !!!!! £36,575 £33,372 366.5 7.6 420d 190 xDrive M Sport Auto [PM] !!!!! £41,425 £37,814 408.24 7.3 420d 190 xDrive M Sport Auto [PM] !!!!! £41,425 £37,814 403.55 7.5 420d 190 xDrive SE 5dr Auto [BM] !!!!! £38,435 £35,093 384.42 7.5 420d 190 xDrive Sport 5dr Auto[BM] !!!!! £40,075 £36,585 404.29 7.5 430d M Sport 5dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £43,735 £39,916 432.83 5.6 430d xDrive M Sport 5dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £45,550 £41,596 449.48 5.3 435d xDrive M Sport 5dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £48,985 £44,722 490.76 4.8
184 184 184 184 252 326 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 258 258 313
184 184 184 184 252 326 190 190 190 190 258 258 313 431 450
190 258 258 258 258 313 313
214 214 199 199 258 332 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 413 413 465
214 214 199 199 258 332 295 295 295 295 413 413 465 406 406
295 413 413 413 413 465 465
42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 46.3 37.7 57.6 57.6 57.6 54.3 54.3 54.3 54.3 51.4 47.9 45.6
42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 46.3 41.5 58.9 58.9 54.3 54.3 51.4 47.9 45.6 31 31
53.3 49.6 50.4 47.1 47.1 44.8 44.8
151/31% 151/31% 151/31% 151/31% 140/29% 171/35% 128/29% 128/29% 128/29% 136/31% 136/31% 136/31% 136/31% 144/32% 155/35% 163/36%
151/31% 151/31% 151/31% 151/31% 140/29% 170/35% 125/29% 125/29% 136/31% 136/31% 144/32% 154/34% 162/36% 227/37% 227/37%
140/32% 149/33% 148/33% 158/35% 157/35% 167/37% 165/37%
£181/£363 £174/£349 £198/£396 £191/£382 £194/£388 £268/£536 £182/£364 £168/£337 £176/£351 £211/£422 £211/£422 £196/£391 £204/£408 £230/£460 £261/£521 £289/£577
£181/£363 £174/£349 £198/£396 £191/£382 £194/£388 £268/£536 £182/£364 £176/£351 £211/£422 £204/£408 £230/£460 £253/£506 £289/£577 £365/£730 £383/£767
£198/£396 £228/£457 £239/£477 £251/£502 £262/£524 £273/£545 £284/£568
63.14 62.05 67.12 66.21 60.26 56.68 59.23 62.69 65.6 61.52 64.57 70.05 72.55 78.09
59.48 58.67 64.7 63.89 57.53 56.51 62.69 61.67 66.97 69.5 75.04 103.91 109.33
59.86 62.72 66.82 70.32 -
41% 40% 41% 39% 40% 40% 38% 36% 36% 36% 37% 36% 36% 38% 38% 39%
40% 38% 39% 38% 39% 39% 36% 34% 36% 34% 37% 37% 38% 40% 40%
33% 34% 35% 34% 35% 36% 37%
31E 30E 31E 30E 34E 38E 31E 31E 31E 32E 32E 31E 32E 38E 39E 41E
32E 32E 31E 31E 35E 41E 32E 32E 32E 32E 39E 39E 42E 45E 45E
28E 38E 40E 38E 40E 40E 42E
VERDICT The 5 Series is a brilliant, classy and wonderfully re ined luxury saloon, with surprisingly low running costs Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4936mm W 2126mm H 1479mm Boot 410litres 530e M Sport 4dr Auto !!!!! £49,120 £43,721 561.62 6.2 146 252 310 128.4 49/0% 530e SE 4dr Auto !!!!! £45,820 £40,619 530.87 6.2 146 252 310 128.4 49/0% 520i M Sport 4dr Auto £39,755 £36,169 7.8 146 184 214 50.4 134/27% 520i SE 4dr Auto £36,755 £33,447 7.8 146 184 214 52.3 132/27% 530i M Sport 4dr Auto !!!!! £45,200 £41,111 448.06 6.1 155 252 258 47.8 135/28% 530i SE 4dr Auto !!!!! £41,900 £38,116 403.74 6.1 155 252 258 47.8 135/28% 540i xDrive M Sport 4dr Auto !!!!! £52,525 £47,816 526.71 4.8 155 340 332 36.2 176/36% 540i xDrive SE 4dr Auto !!!!! £49,225 £44,821 498.15 4.8 155 340 332 36.2 176/36% 518d M Sport 4dr Auto £39,275 £35,734 8.8 137 150 258 60.1 119/27% 518d SE 4dr Auto £36,275 £33,011 8.8 137 150 258 62.7 116/27% 520d M Sport 4dr Auto !!!!! £40,775 £37,095 397.42 7.3 146 190 295 62.7 119/27% 520d SE 4dr Auto !!!!! £37,775 £34,372 366.43 7.3 146 190 295 56.4 117/27% 520d xDrive M Sport 4dr Auto !!!!! £42,775 £38,910 432.6 7.3 146 190 295 58.8 126/29%
5 SERIES SALOON
-/-/£178/£356 £164/£329 £210/£419 £194/£389 £310/£620 £290/£580 £176/£351 £162/£324 £182/£365 £169/£338 £206/£411
77.68 73.04 69.91 64.17 82.71 78.95 60.35 55.99 65.61
48% 46% 49% 48% 46% 44% 47% 46% 47% 45% 46% 44% 45%
37E 36E 31E 30E 35E 35E 40E 39E 29E 28E 31E 30E 31E
VERDICT The 4 Series Convertible is a comfortable and well-equipped open-top car with a broad range of abilities, even if it’s not quite our class pick Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4640mm W 2017mm H 1384mm Boot 370litres 420i Sport 2dr Auto [BM] !!!!! £40,600 £36,936 429.63 8.4 143 184 199 44.1 146/30% £202/£403 66.57 36% 30E 420i M Sport 2dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £41,950 £38,161 429.28 8.4 143 184 199 44.1 146/30% £208/£417 68.34 37% 31E 430i M Sport 2dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £44,830 £40,775 6.3 155 252 258 43.5 148/30% £223/£446 37% 36E 440i M Sport 2dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £50,535 £45,981 5.4 155 326 332 39.2 167/34% £283/£566 37% 40E 420d 190 M Sport 2dr [PM] !!!!! £43,180 £39,306 432.28 8.2 146 190 295 56.5 138/31% £220/£440 34% 34E 420d 190 Sport 2dr [BM] !!!!! £41,830 £38,081 432.58 8.2 146 190 295 56.5 138/31% £213/£426 33% 33E 430d M Sport 2dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £48,960 £44,581 479.7 5.9 155 258 413 48.7 153/34% £272/£545 73.42 35% 40E 435d xDrive M Sport 2dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £52,995 £48,242 521 5.2 155 313 465 44.1 169/37% £321/£643 79.54 37% 42E M4 2dr !!!!! £65,165 £61,095 693.91 4.6 156 431 406 29.7 233/37% £391/£781 108.38 38% 45E M4 2dr Competition Pack !!!!! £67,365 £63,152 719.21 4.5 156 450 406 29.7 232/37% £404/£809 112.11 38% 45E
4 SERIES CONVERTIBLE
4 SERIES GRAN COUPE
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147 147 144 144 155 155 149 149 143 143 155 155 155 156 156
4 SERIES COUPE
£34,760 £38,808 £40,556 £40,503 £42,251 £41,598 £43,346
VERDICT Combines agile handling with a classy interior and decent space Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4640mm W 2017mm H 1377mm Boot 445litres 420i M Sport 2dr [PM] !!!!! £35,650 £32,559 365.94 7.3 420i Sport 2dr [BM] !!!!! £34,300 £31,330 366.29 7.3 420i xDrive M Sport 2dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £38,840 £35,461 402.73 7.8 420i xDrive Sport 2dr Auto [BM] !!!!! £37,490 £34,233 403.08 7.8 430i M Sport 2dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £40,430 £36,880 5.8 440i M Sport 2dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £46,530 £42,459 5 420d 190 M Sport 2dr [PM] !!!!! £37,925 £34,601 370.56 7.4 420d 190 Sport 2dr [BM] !!!!! £36,575 £33,372 371.45 7.4 420d 190 xDrive M Sport Auto [PM] !!!!! £41,425 £37,814 408.24 7.3 420d 190 xDrive Sport Auto [BM] !!!!! £40,075 £36,585 409.13 7.3 430d M Sport 2dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £43,735 £39,916 436.75 5.5 430d xDrive M Sport 2dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £45,550 £41,596 453.35 5.2 435d xDrive M Sport 2dr Auto [PM] !!!!! £48,985 £44,722 494.25 4.7 M4 2dr !!!!! £60,985 £57,479 665.08 4.3 M4 2dr Competition Pack !!!!! £63,985 £60,299 703.83 4.2
£37,670 £42,070 £43,970 £43,885 £45,785 £45,075 £46,975
138 155 155 155 155 155 155
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7.7 5.6 5.6 5.4 5.4 4.9 4.9
320d xDrive Sport 5dr Step Auto 330d M Sport 5dr Step Auto 330d M Sport Shadow Edition St Aut 330d xDrive M Sport 5dr Step Auto 330d xDrive M Sprt Shadow Ed St Au 335d xDrive M Sport 5dr Step Auto 335d xDrive M Sprt Shadow Ed St Au
A TO Z BMW
49.21 48.68 57.61 54.17 53.67 61.85 57.93 57.74 61.37 75.2 50.73 50.2 56 52.32 51.96 54.49 55.29 57.57 -
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0-62mph (sec)
Max speed (mph)
124/28% 131/30% 128/29% 134/30% 134/30% 144/32% 144/32%
20% / 40% 44% 44% 42% 45% 44% 44% 43%
30E 37E 37E 41E 41E 41E 41E
7 SERIES SALOON
6 SERIES GRAN TURISMO HATCHBACK
5.4 5.4 5.4 5.3 5.3 5.3 6.9 6.9 6.9 7 7 7 6.1 6.1 6.1 5.8 5.8
155 155 155 155 155 155 152 152 152 152 152 152 155 155 155 155 155
326 326 326 326 326 326 231 231 231 231 231 231 265 265 265 265 265
369 369 369 369 369 369 369 369 369 369 369 369 457 457 457 457 457
117.7 117.7 112.9 100.8 100.8 97.4 56.4 56.4 55.3 56.4 56.4 55.3 52.3 52.3 51.3 49.5 49.5
54/0% 54/0% 56/0% 65/0% 65/0% 65/0% 132/30% 132/30% 133/30% 133/30% 133/30% 134/30% 143/32% 143/32% 145/33% 151/34% 151/34%
-/119.21 -/121.66 -/127.01 -/129.47 -/131.92 -/137.27 £312/£625 £320/£640 £337/£675 £332/£665 £340/£680 £357/£715 £355/£710 99.9 £363/£726 101.87 £394/£787 106.43 £392/£785 106.04 £401/£802 108.06
44% 44% 44% 43% 42% 43% 32% 32% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 32%
47E 47E 47E 48E 48E 49E 44E 44E 45E 45E 45E 45E 46E 47E 46E 46E 47E
60.1 56.4 57.6 55.3 55.3 51.3 51.3
VERDICT A powerful, re ined, high-tech statement Doors 4 Seats 5 L 5098mm W 2169mm H 1467mm Boot 420litres 740e 4dr Auto £71,750 £65,011 866.71 740e Exclusive 4dr Auto £73,250 £66,368 885.85 740e M Sport 4dr Auto £76,750 £69,536 925.88 740Le xDrive 4dr Auto £78,350 £70,984 941.68 740Le xDrive Exclusive 4dr Auto £79,850 £72,341 960.82 740Le xDrive M Sport 4dr Auto £83,350 £75,509 1000.85 725d 4dr Auto £63,040 £57,175 725d Exclusive 4dr Auto £64,540 £58,532 725d M Sport 4dr Auto £68,040 £61,700 725Ld 4dr Auto £67,040 £60,795 725Ld Exclusive 4dr Auto £68,540 £62,152 725Ld M Sport 4dr Auto £72,040 £65,320 730d 4dr Auto !!!!! £67,130 £60,876 678.74 730d Exclusive 4dr Auto !!!!! £68,630 £62,234 694.05 730d M Sport 4dr Auto !!!!! £72,130 £65,401 726.23 730d xDrive 4dr Auto !!!!! £70,105 £63,598 722.3 730d xDrive Exclusive 4dr Auto !!!!! £71,605 £64,956 737.97
295 369 369 457 457 457 457
41E 41E 42E 43E 40E 40E 40E 40E 43E 44E 43E 44E
190 231 231 265 265 265 265
Power (ps)
VERDICT Not the best-looking four-door coupé, but a great diesel engine, superb quality and masses of interior space make it one of the best Doors 5 Seats 5 L 5091mm W 2158mm H 1538mm Boot 610litres 630i M Sport 5dr Auto £51,840 £46,912 6.3 155 258 295 42.1 153/31% £265/£530 44% 630i SE 5dr Auto £47,930 £43,353 6.3 155 258 295 43.4 148/30% £238/£477 42% 640i xDrive SE 5dr Auto £55,265 £50,034 5.3 155 340 332 34.8 184/37% £335/£671 42% 640i xDrive M Sport 5dr Auto £58,865 £53,283 5.3 155 340 332 34.4 187/37% £358/£715 43% 620d M Sport 5dr Auto £47,385 £42,861 7.9 137 190 295 57.6 129/29% £228/£456 44% 620d SE 5dr Auto £43,785 £39,612 7.9 137 190 295 58.8 127/29% £210/£421 43% 620d xDrive SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £46,095 £41,727 8 135 190 295 54.3 136/31% £235/£470 42% 620d xDrive M Sport 5dr Auto £49,695 £44,976 8 135 190 295 53.2 139/31% £254/£508 44% 630d SE 5dr Auto £52,225 £47,260 6.1 155 265 457 51.3 146/33% £284/£568 40% 630d M Sport 5dr Auto £56,140 £50,824 6.1 155 265 457 49 152/34% £313/£626 42% 630d xDrive SE 5dr Auto £54,540 £49,380 6 155 265 457 49.5 151/34% £304/£608 40% 630d xDrive M Sport 5dr Auto £58,140 £52,629 6 155 265 457 48 156/35% £334/£668 41%
146 155 155 155 155 155 155
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 31E 30E 35E 35E 40E 39E 31E 30E 31E 30E 37E 37E 41E 41E 41E 41E
7.3 6.6 6.6 5.7 5.7 5.4 5.4
Insurance group
49% 47% 46% 44% 47% 46% 46% 44% 45% 43% 43% 42% 45% 43% 44% 43%
5 SERIES TOURING ESTATE
386.05 455.59 427.26 501.86 472.59
Torque (lb/ft)
73.11 69.75 88.71 85.05 64.45 59.65 75.48 72.05 80.95 77.53
Target Price 020 8267 4138
£36,187 £42,083 £38,778 £45,037 £42,042 £46,852 £43,857
Gov’t MPG True MPG
VERDICT The 5 Series Touring is a superb estate car that’s re ined, classy, well equipped and good to drive. It’s one of our favourites Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4942mm W 2126mm H 1498mm Boot 570litres 520i M Sport 5dr Auto £42,005 £38,211 8.2 139 184 214 45.5 140/29% £202/£404 520i SE 5dr Auto £39,005 £35,489 8.2 139 184 214 46.3 138/28% £181/£362 530i M Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £47,450 £43,152 622 6.5 155 252 258 45.5 141/29% £228/£456 530i SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £44,150 £40,158 585.28 6.5 155 252 258 45.5 141/29% £212/£424 540i xDrive M Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £54,775 £49,858 745.47 5.1 155 340 332 35.7 180/37% £332/£665 540i xDrive SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £51,475 £46,863 706.74 5.1 155 340 332 35.7 180/37% £312/£624 520d M Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £43,025 £39,137 550.36 7.8 139 190 295 58.8 125/29% £207/£413 520d SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £40,025 £36,414 507.09 7.8 139 190 295 60.1 123/28% £186/£371 520d xDrive M Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £45,335 £41,262 7.9 137 190 295 55.3 133/30% £224/£448 520d xDrive SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £42,335 £38,539 7.9 137 190 295 56.4 131/30% £209/£418 525d M Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £48,490 £44,125 6.8 152 231 369 54.3 138/31% £248/£495 525d SE 5dr Auto £45,190 £41,130 6.8 152 231 369 60.1 134/30% £223/£446 530d M Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £51,745 £47,079 670.06 5.8 155 265 457 52.3 141/32% £273/£546 530d SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £48,445 £44,084 632.63 5.8 155 265 457 52.3 141/32% £255/£511 530d xDrive M Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £54,060 £49,209 712.74 5.6 155 265 457 49.5 151/34% £301/£603 530d xDrive SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £50,760 £46,214 675.32 5.6 155 265 457 49.5 151/34% £283/£565
Price on the road
£39,775 £46,240 £42,630 £49,495 £46,195 £51,495 £48,195
Monthly company car tax bill 59.3 70.45 66.73 75.91 72.07
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520d xDrive SE 4dr Auto 525d M Sport 4dr Auto 525d SE 4dr Auto 530d M Sport 4dr Auto 530d SE 4dr Auto 530d xDrive M Sport 4dr Auto 530d xDrive SE 4dr Auto
Cost per mile
£184/£369 £228/£457 £205/£410 £245/£489 £228/£456 £272/£543 £254/£508
VERDICT
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
BMW TO CITROEN KEY INFO
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
VERDICT
332 332 332 332 561 561 457 457 457 457
197/37% 197/37% 193/37% 193/37% 179/37% 179/37% 162/36% 162/36% 158/35% 158/35%
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C3 HATCHBACK
151 60.1 151 60.1
107/22% 108/22%
£61/£121 £62/£124
133 N
VERDICT More distinctive and practical than its predecessor, but its rivals are better to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 3996mm W 2007mm H 1474mm Boot 300litres 1.2 Puretech 110 Feel Nav Edition 5dr £16,750 £14,686 9.4 120 110 1.2 Puretech 110 Flair 5dr £17,050 £14,947 9.4 120 110
66
£29/£57 £34/£69 £36/£71 £37/£74 £38/£76 £38/£76 £40/£79
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VERDICT An improvement over its predecessor, but it continues to lag behind the class leaders in too many key areas Doors 3/5 Seats 4 L 3475mm W 1884mm H 1460mm Boot 196litres 1.0 VTi 72 Touch 3dr £9,185 £9,185 12.6 99 72 69 68.9 93/19% 1.0 VTi 72 Feel 3dr !!!!! £11,035 £9,915 12.6 99 72 69 68.9 93/19% 1.0 VTi 72 Feel 5dr !!!!! £11,435 £10,271 12.6 99 72 69 68.9 93/19% 1.0 VTi 72 Flair 3dr £11,825 £10,618 12.6 99 72 69 68.9 93/19% 1.0 VTi 72 Flair 5dr £12,225 £10,974 12.6 99 72 69 68.9 93/19% 1.0 VTi 72 Urban Ride 5dr £12,225 £10,974 12.6 99 72 69 68.9 93/19% 1.0 VTi 72 Elle 5dr £12,705 £11,402 12.6 99 72 69 68.9 93/19%
C1 HATCHBACK
VERDICT There are far superior electric cars available Doors 5 Seats 4 L 3475mm W Nmm H 1600mm Boot 166litres 5dr Auto !!!!! £20,495 £15,995 -
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VERDICT Low running costs and tidy handling make the i8 Roadster a tempting choice – just don’t expect too much excitement Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4689mm W 2218mm H 1289mm Boot 88litres 2dr Auto !!!!! £124,745 £124,745 4.6 155 374 420 141.2 46/0% -/-
I8 ROADSTER CONVERTIBLE
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52% 52% 51% 51% 46% 45% 49% 49% 48% 49%
52% 51% 50% 50% 50% 50% 50% 50%
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 36% 36%
32% 32% 32% 33% 34% 35% 34%
20%
40%
38%
£437/£874 123.7 40% £369/£738 101.07 42% £385/£770 42% £386/£771 105.78 42% £402/£803 42%
£377/£753 £387/£773 £355/£710 £365/£730 £433/£866 £456/£912 £361/£721 £370/£740 £330/£661 £340/£679
£336/£671 £336/£671 £248/£495 £255/£511 £226/£452 £295/£590 £303/£606 £271/£542
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I8 COUPE
42/0%
340 340 340 340 400 400 265 265 265 265
VERDICT Groundbreaking hybrid sports car that's thrilling to drive and look at Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4689mm W 2218mm H 1291mm Boot 154litres 374 2dr Auto !!!!! £112,745 £97,745 4.4 155
151 151 151 151 155 155 143 143 143 143
205/37% 183/37% 183/37% 183/37% 183/37%
5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.2 5.2 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5
VERDICT Good to drive and surprisingly spacious, but there are more rounded luxury SUVs for the money Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4909mm W 2170mm H 1702mm Boot 580litres xDrive M50d 5dr Auto !!!!! £72,705 £67,092 840.11 5.2 155 381 546 36.2 xDrive30d M Sport 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £61,105 £56,379 669.73 6.7 143 258 413 40.3 xDrive30d M Sport Edition Step Auto £63,690 £58,757 6.7 143 258 413 40.3 xDrive40d M Sport 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £63,825 £58,881 701.75 5.8 149 313 465 40.3 xDrive40d M Sport Edition Step Auto £66,410 £61,259 5.8 149 313 465 40.3
X6 SUV
X5 SUV
205/37% 170/37% 146/33% 146/33% 142/32% 156/35% 156/35% 153/34%
Monthly company car tax bill 20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
32.4 32.4 33.2 33.2 41.5 41.5 45.5 45.5 47 47
Max speed (mph)
VERDICT Good economy and fun to drive, but diesels can be gruff Doors 5/7 Seats 5 L 4922mm W 2218mm H 1745mm Boot 650litres xDrive40i M Sport 5dr Auto £62,385 £62,385 xDrive40i M Sport 5dr Auto [7 Seat] £63,970 £63,970 xDrive40i xLine 5dr Auto £58,885 £58,885 xDrive40i xLine 5dr Auto [7 Seat] £60,470 £60,470 xDrive M50d 5dr Auto £71,475 £71,475 xDrive M50d 5dr Auto [7 Seat] £75,205 £75,205 xDrive30d M Sport 5dr Auto £60,995 £60,995 xDrive30d M Sport 5dr Auto [7 Seat] £62,580 £62,580 xDrive30d xLine 5dr Auto !!!!! £57,495 £57,495 xDrive30d xLine 5dr Auto [7 Seat] !!!!! £59,080 £59,080 -
Power (ps)
44.1 50.4 50.4 52.3 47.1 47.1 48.7
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT There are plenty of more practical SUVs, but few are as enjoyable to drive as the BMW X4 Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4733mm W 2138mm H 1621mm Boot 525litres xDrive M40i 5dr Step Auto £55,725 £52,637 4.9 155 354 369 xDrive M40d 5dr Step Auto £55,315 £52,227 4.9 155 326 502 xDrive20d M Sport 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £45,600 £43,053 8 132 190 295 xDrive20d M Sport X 5dr Step Auto £47,000 £44,372 8 132 190 295 xDrive20d Sport 5dr Step Auto £42,900 £40,508 8 132 190 295 xDrive30d M Sport 5dr Step Auto £51,415 £48,552 5.8 149 265 457 xDrive30d M Sport X 5dr Step Auto £52,815 £49,871 5.8 149 265 457 xDrive30d Sport 5dr Step Auto £48,715 £46,007 5.8 149 265 457
X4 SUV
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
BMW TO CITROEN
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z BMW TO CITROEN
18A 18A
7E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E
28U
50E
50E
47E 42E 43E 44E 45E
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54.22 50.47 53.39 57.8 54.05 56.97 58.63 61.1 60.27 61.93
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112.72 104.24 106.21 113.14 113.16 115.18 119.84 117.64 119.66 124.31
50% 47% 45% 46% 49% 48% 46% 47% 48% 46% 47%
47% 47% 47% 47% 43% 43% 42% 42% 44% 44% 43% 43% 43% 43% 43% 43%
46% 45% 45% 45% 45% 45% 45% 44% 40% 38% 38% 39% 40% 39% 39% 39% 40% 39% 39% 39%
52% 52%
33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 33% 34% 34% 34% 34%
40E 29E 28E 28E 43E 30E 29E 29E 40E 40E 40E
32E 32E 29E 31E 28E 28E 25E 27E 27E 27E 24E 27E 32E 32E 29E 31E
25E 23E 24E 25E 33E 30E 30E 33E 26E 25E 25E 26E 25E 24E 25E 25E 30E 30E 30E 30E
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46E 46E 47E 46E 47E 49E 48E 48E 49E 48E !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! -
9.4 13.2 13.2 13.2 13.2 13.2 14.7 14.4 10 10
£62/£123 £70/£139 £65/£131 £69/£137 £78/£155 £62/£125 £71/£142 £58/£116 £73/£147 £83/£165
£66/£132 £57/£113 £56/£111 £56/£112 £60/£119 £61/£123 £53/£106 £44/£87 £65/£130 £69/£138
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118/24% 118/24% 118/24% 106/25% 106/25% 106/25% 100/24% 111/26%
£98/£197 £109/£219 £93/£186 £109/£219 £121/£241 £104/£207 £95/£189 £129/£258
BERLINGO MPV
10E 10E 11E 10E 11E 10E 11E 11E 14E 13E 14E 14E 8E
54.3 54.3 54.3 68.9 68.9 68.9 74.3 65.7
VERDICT The Berlingo offers great interior space and a relaxing ride. It’s not brilliant to drive, but it’s an astoundingly practical and good value Doors 5 Seats 5/7 L 4403mm W 2107mm H Nmm Boot litres 1.2 Puretech Feel M 5dr £19,070 £15,980 109 110 151 51.4 125/26% £82/£163 39% 1.2 Puretech Feel XL 5dr [7 seat] 110 151 -/-/1.2 Puretech Flair M 5dr £21,320 £17,848 109 110 151 51.4 125/26% £91/£183 40% 1.2 Puretech Flair XL 5dr [7 seat] 110 151 -/-/1.5 BlueHDi 100 Feel M 5dr £19,600 £16,427 109 101 187 65.7 112/26% £84/£168 39% 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Feel XL 5dr [7 seat] £21,300 12.9 109 102 184 65.7 114/26% £91/£182 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Flair M 5dr £21,850 £18,294 109 101 187 65.7 112/26% £94/£187 40% 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Flair XL 5dr [7 seat] £23,550 12.9 109 102 184 65.7 114/26% £101/£202 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Feel M 5dr £20,720 £17,357 116 129 221 65.7 113/26% £89/£177 38% 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Feel XL 5dr [7 seat] £22,420 10.7 116 130 221 64.2 117/27% £100/£199 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Flair M 5dr !!!!! £22,970 £19,224 116 129 221 65.7 113/26% £98/£197 39% 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Flair XL 5dr [7 seat] £24,670 10.7 116 130 221 64.2 117/27% £110/£220 1.5 BlueHDi Feel M 5dr £18,850 £15,798 95 75 170 68.9 108/25% £78/£155 39%
170 170 170 221 221 221 187 273
19E 20E 19E 16E 22E 23E 22E 16E 26E
19A 16E -
16E 13E 16E 20E 17E 9E 6E 6E 16E 14E
15E 11E 8E 8E 11E 8E 14E 8E 19A 19A
19E 20E 19E 21E 22E 21E 17E 26E
131 131 131 131 131 131 100 150
39% 39% 38% 39% 33% 33% 30% 31% 33%
34% 35% 31% 32%
43% 42% 44% 43% 42% 45% 43% 45% 41% 40%
36% 38% 37% 38% 38% 38% 38% 39% 34% 35%
39% 38% 39% 36% 36% 34% 35% 36%
GRAND C4 SPACETOURER MPV
C4 SPACETOURER MPV
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117/24% 117/24% 97/23% 97/23%
109/22% 109/22% 109/22% 119/24% 119/24% 118/24% 118/24% 118/24% 105/25% 105/25%
107/22% 109/22% 110/23% 109/22% 110/23% 109/22% 113/23% 110/23% 97/23% 97/23%
VERDICT A great MPV with clever seats and plenty of space. If only the ride was better Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4602mm W 2117mm H 1638mm Boot 165litres 1.2 Puretech 130 Feel 5dr !!!!! £24,800 £22,051 9.8 124 1.2 Puretech 130 Flair 5dr !!!!! £27,535 £24,471 9.8 124 1.2 Puretech 130 Touch Edition 5dr !!!!! £23,425 £20,834 9.8 124 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Feel 5dr !!!!! £26,435 £26,435 10.9 123 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Flair 5dr !!!!! £29,170 £29,170 10.9 123 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Touch Edition 5dr !!!!! £25,060 £25,060 10.9 123 1.6 BlueHDi Touch Edition 5dr !!!!! £23,860 £21,217 13.1 109 2.0 BlueHDi Flair 5dr !!!!! £29,990 £26,649 9.8 130
55.4 55.4 70.6 70.6
58.9 58.9 58.9 54.3 54.3 56.5 56.5 56.5 70.6 70.6
60.1 60.1 58.9 60.1 58.9 60.1 58.9 58.9 76.3 76.3
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151 151 184 184
151 151 151 170 170 87 87 87 184 184
151 87 87 87 87 87 78 78 184 184
VERDICT Scores well on re inement and quality, but this version doesn't make as much sense as the seven-seater Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4438mm W 2117mm H 1610mm Boot 537litres 1.2 Puretech 130 Feel 5dr !!!!! £23,100 £18,770 9.6 124 131 221 54.3 119/24% £92/£183 1.2 Puretech 130 Flair 5dr !!!!! £25,835 £20,972 9.6 124 131 221 54.3 119/24% £103/£205 1.2 Puretech 130 Touch Edition 5dr !!!!! £21,725 £17,663 9.6 124 131 221 54.3 119/24% £86/£172 1.2 Puretech Touch Edition 5dr !!!!! £21,125 £17,180 11.5 116 110 151 55.4 115/24% £84/£167 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Feel 5dr !!!!! £24,735 £24,735 10.4 123 131 221 70.6 105/25% £102/£204 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Flair 5dr !!!!! £27,470 £27,470 10.4 123 131 221 70.6 105/25% £114/£227 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Touch Edition 5dr !!!!! £23,360 £23,360 10.4 123 131 221 70.6 105/25% £96/£193 1.6 BlueHDi Touch Edition 5dr !!!!! £22,160 £18,009 12.7 109 100 187 74.3 100/24% £88/£176 2.0 BlueHDi Flair 5dr !!!!! £28,290 £22,956 9.7 130 150 273 65.7 111/26% £122/£243
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110 110 110 130 130 82 82 82 100 100
110 82 82 82 82 82 68 68 100 100
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122 122 118 118
117 117 117 124 124 101 101 101 114 114
120 105 105 105 105 105 98 102 117 117
£72/£143 £79/£158 £73/£145 £80/£160
9.2 9.2 10 10
173.97 180.86 165.84 159.55 -
VERDICT A good choice if you want SUV styling and low running costs Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4169mm W mm H 1480mm Boot 358litres 1.2 Puretech Feel 5dr !!!!! £18,090 £15,855 1.2 Puretech Flair 5dr £19,990 £17,508 1.5 BlueHDi Feel 5dr £19,140 £16,766 1.5 BlueHDi Flair 5dr £21,040 £18,419 -
£15,991 £13,686 £12,903 £13,555 £13,816 £14,860 £12,294 £11,346 £14,991 £15,904
9.9 9.9 16.3 16.3 16.3 12.1 12.1
£18,250 £15,600 £14,700 £15,450 £15,750 £16,950 £14,020 £11,560 £17,100 £18,150
VERDICT Practical and well priced, but lawed in a number of other areas Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4154mm W Nmm H 1637mm Boot 410litres 1.2 Puretech 110 Feel 5dr £17,005 £15,715 1.2 Puretech 110 Flair 5dr £19,195 £17,729 1.2 Puretech 110 Rip Curl 5dr £18,005 £16,635 1.2 Puretech 130 Feel 5dr £17,395 £16,075 1.2 Puretech 130 Flair 5dr £19,585 £18,090 1.2 Puretech Feel 5dr !!!!! £15,805 £14,612 1.2 Puretech Flair 5dr £17,995 £16,627 1.2 Puretech Touch 5dr £14,700 £14,424 1.5 BlueHDi Feel 5dr £17,845 £16,489 1.5 BlueHDi Flair 5dr £20,035 £18,504 -
C4 CACTUS HATCHBACK
C3 AIRCROSS SUV
1.2 Puretech 110 Flair Nav Edition 5dr 1.2 Puretech 82 Elle 5dr 1.2 Puretech 82 Feel 5dr 1.2 Puretech 82 Feel Nav Edition 5dr 1.2 Puretech 82 Flair 5dr 1.2 Puretech 82 Flair Nav Edition 5dr 1.2 Puretech Feel 5dr 1.2 Puretech Touch 5dr 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Feel 5dr 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Flair 5dr
A TO Z BMW TO CITROEN
VERDICT The X3 is superb to drive and offers a spacious, high-quality interior, making it one of the best large SUVs to buy Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4716mm W 2138mm H 1676mm Boot 550litres xDrive M40i 5dr Step Auto £52,865 £50,040 4.8 155 360 369 31 206/37% £318/£636 xDrive20i M Sport 5dr Step Auto £41,620 £39,705 8.3 134 184 214 38.7 166/34% £233/£465 xDrive20i SE 5dr Step Auto £39,120 £37,324 8.3 134 184 214 39.8 163/33% £212/£424 xDrive20i xLine 5dr Step Auto £40,020 £38,181 8.3 134 184 214 38.7 166/34% £224/£447 xDrive M40d 5dr Step Auto £52,455 £50,040 4.9 155 326 502 44.1 169/37% £318/£636 xDrive20d M Sport 5dr Step Auto £42,620 £40,657 8 132 190 295 51.4 144/32% £224/£449 xDrive20d SE 5dr Step Auto £40,120 £38,276 8 132 190 295 53.3 140/32% £211/£422 xDrive20d xLine 5dr Step Auto £41,020 £39,133 8 132 190 295 51.4 144/32% £216/£432 xDrive30d M Sport 5dr Step Auto £48,555 £46,325 5.8 149 265 457 47.1 157/35% £278/£556 xDrive30d SE 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £46,055 £43,944 5.8 149 265 457 48.7 154/34% £256/£512 xDrive30d xLine 5dr Step Auto £46,955 £44,801 5.8 149 265 457 47.1 157/35% £269/£538
X3 SUV
X2 SUV £157/£313 £160/£320 £141/£281 £148/£295 £156/£311 £159/£319 £134/£268 £146/£292 £174/£348 £178/£356 £151/£302 £164/£328 £180/£361 £184/£369 £158/£315 £171/£341
48.7 48.7 48.7 48.7 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 58.9 58.9 58.9 58.9
VERDICT SUV-coupé’s classy interior and tidy handling appeal, but its irm ride and compromised practicality don’t Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4360mm W 2098mm H 1526mm Boot 470litres sDrive 20i M Sport 5dr Step Auto £35,040 £34,359 7.7 141 192 207 47.9 134/27% sDrive 20i M Sport X 5dr Step Auto £35,840 £35,143 7.7 141 192 207 47.9 134/27% sDrive 20i SE 5dr Step Auto £31,490 £30,880 7.7 141 192 207 48.7 133/27% sDrive 20i Sport 5dr Step Auto £33,040 £32,399 7.7 141 192 207 48.7 134/27% sDrive 18d M Sport 5dr £33,590 £32,938 9.3 129 150 258 61.4 120/28% sDrive 18d M Sport X 5dr £34,390 £33,722 9.3 129 150 258 61.4 120/28% sDrive 18d SE 5dr £30,040 £29,459 9.3 129 150 258 62.8 119/27% sDrive 18d Sport 5dr £31,590 £30,978 9.3 129 150 258 61.4 120/28% xDrive 18d M Sport 5dr £35,400 £34,718 9.2 128 150 258 56.5 132/30% xDrive 18d M Sport X 5dr !!!!! £36,200 £35,502 9.2 128 150 258 56.5 132/30% xDrive 18d SE 5dr £31,540 £30,929 9.2 128 150 258 57.6 128/29% xDrive 18d Sport 5dr £33,400 £32,758 9.2 128 150 258 56.5 132/30% xDrive 20d M Sport 5dr Step Auto £37,580 £36,848 7.7 137 190 295 58.9 126/29% xDrive 20d M Sport X 5dr Step Auto £38,380 £37,632 7.7 137 190 295 58.9 126/29% xDrive 20d SE 5dr Step Auto £34,030 £33,369 7.7 137 190 295 60.1 124/28% xDrive 20d Sport 5dr Step Auto £35,580 £34,888 7.7 137 190 295 58.9 126/29%
162 162 162 162 207 207 207 207 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 295 295 295 295
£421/£841 £388/£776 £396/£793 £416/£831 £433/£866 £442/£883 £475/£950 £469/£938 £478/£956 £499/£998
224/37% £606/£1212 160/36% £452/£905
152/34% 147/33% 147/33% 148/33% 159/35% 159/35% 160/36% 162/36% 162/36% 163/36%
£137/£273 £123/£246 £130/£260 £137/£273 £156/£312 £142/£284 £149/£298 £156/£312 £149/£299 £135/£271 £142/£285 £149/£299 £168/£335 £153/£305 £160/£320 £168/£335 £174/£348 £160/£319 £167/£334 £174/£348
127 127 127 127 140 140 140 140 127 127 127 127 127 127 127 127 136 136 136 136
48.7 50.4 50.4 50.4 47 47 46.3 46.3 46.3 45.5
553 28.8 502 46.3
457 457 457 457 502 502 502 502 502 502
132/27% 132/27% 132/27% 132/27% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 120/28% 120/28% 120/28% 120/28% 132/30% 132/30% 132/30% 132/30% 126/29% 126/29% 126/29% 126/29%
9.7 9.7 9.7 9.7 7.6 7.6 7.6 7.6 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 7.8 7.8 7.8 7.8
140 140 140 140 192 192 192 192 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 190 190 190 190
X1 SUV
5.8 6.2 6.2 6.2 5.2 5.2 5.2 5.3 5.3 5.3
VERDICT One of the best small SUVs; great to drive and classy inside Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4439mm W 2060mm H 1598mm Boot 505litres sDrive 18i M Sport 5dr £30,630 £29,000 sDrive 18i SE 5dr £27,630 £26,165 sDrive 18i Sport 5dr £29,130 £27,582 sDrive 18i xLine 5dr £30,630 £29,000 sDrive 20i M Sport 5dr Step Auto £33,710 £31,910 sDrive 20i SE 5dr Step Auto £30,710 £29,075 sDrive 20i Sport 5dr Step Auto £32,210 £30,493 sDrive 20i xLine 5dr Step Auto £33,710 £31,910 sDrive 18d M Sport 5dr !!!!! £32,280 £30,559 354.38 sDrive 18d SE 5dr !!!!! £29,280 £27,724 325.66 sDrive 18d Sport 5dr !!!!! £30,780 £29,142 348.67 sDrive 18d xLine 5dr !!!!! £32,280 £30,559 386.32 xDrive 18d M Sport 5dr !!!!! £34,090 £32,287 373.14 xDrive 18d SE 5dr !!!!! £31,090 £29,452 344.42 xDrive 18d Sport 5dr !!!!! £32,590 £30,869 367.43 xDrive 18d xLine 5dr !!!!! £34,090 £32,287 379.98 xDrive 20d M Sport 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £36,300 £34,358 395.19 xDrive 20d SE 5dr Step Auto £33,300 £31,523 xDrive 20d Sport 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £34,800 £32,940 389.49 xDrive 20d xLine 5dr Step Auto !!!!! £36,300 £34,358 402.04
771.04 710.38 725.7 776.86 774.93 790.59 823.67 807.6 823.27 856.34
530 320
8 SERIES COUPE
£68,123 £64,496 £65,854 £69,021 £68,105 £69,463 £72,630 £71,725 £73,083 £76,250
VERDICT Fast and dynamically impressive, but not as well rounded as its best rivals Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4851mm W 2137mm H 1346mm Boot 420litres M850i xDrive 2dr Auto !!!!! £99,525 £99,525 3.7 155 840d xDrive 2dr Auto £76,270 £76,270 4.9 155
£75,105 £71,130 £72,630 £76,130 £75,085 £76,585 £80,085 £79,085 £80,585 £84,085
265 265 265 265 320 320 320 320 320 320
!!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!!
155 155 155 155 155 155 155 155 155 155
730d xDrive M Sport 4dr Auto 730Ld 4dr Auto 730Ld Exclusive 4dr Auto 730Ld M Sport 4dr Auto 740d xDrive 4dr Auto 740d xDrive Exclusive 4dr Auto 740d xDrive M Sport 4dr Auto 740Ld xDrive 4dr Auto 740Ld xDrive Exclusive 4dr Auto 740Ld xDrive M Sport 4dr Auto
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Torque (lb/ft)
Power (ps)
Max speed (mph)
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
Target Price 020 8267 4138
Price on the road
VERDICT
SANDERO STEPWAY HATCHBACK 55.4 50.4 50.4 55.4 72.4
90 90 90 90 73 73 73 73 73 95 90 90
VERDICT The Stepway adds a better ride to the Sandero hatchback’s cheap and cheerful formula Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4089mm W 1994mm H 1555mm Boot 320litres 0.9 TCe Ambiance 5dr !!!!! £9,595 £9,485 167.51 11.1 104 90 103 0.9 TCe Comfort 5dr £10,595 £10,473 12.4 106 90 103 0.9 TCe Essential 5dr £9,595 £9,485 12.4 106 90 103 0.9 TCe Laureate 5dr !!!!! £10,595 £10,473 177.78 11.1 104 90 103 1.0 SCe Ambiance 5dr £8,800 £8,700 98 73 72 1.0 SCe Essential 5dr £8,795 £8,695 98 73 72 1.5 Blue dCi Comfort 5dr £12,340 13 106 95 162
109 109 109 109 98 98 98 98 98 107 107 107
51.4 52.3 52.3 51.4 53.3 54.3 53.3 53.3 54.3 80.7 80.7 80.7
11.1 11.1 11.1 11.1 14.2 14.2 14.2 14.2 14.2 11.8 11.8 11.8
103 103 103 103 72 72 72 72 72 162 162 162
VERDICT Demands compromises, but acceptable ones given the price Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4069mm W 1994mm H 1519mm Boot 320litres 0.9 TCe Ambiance 5dr !!!!! £8,595 £8,498 152.12 0.9 TCe Comfort 5dr £9,595 £9,485 0.9 TCe Essential 5dr £8,595 £8,498 0.9 TCe Laureate 5dr !!!!! £9,595 £9,485 162.4 1.0 SCe Access 5dr !!!!! £6,995 £6,918 132.7 1.0 SCe Ambiance 5dr !!!!! £7,795 £7,708 140.49 1.0 SCe Comfort 5dr £8,795 £8,695 1.0 SCe Essential 5dr £7,795 £7,708 1.0 SCe Laureate 5dr !!!!! £8,795 £8,695 1.5 Blue dCi Comfort 5dr £11,320 1.5 dCi Ambiance 5dr !!!!! £10,195 £10,077 163.13 1.5 dCi Laureate 5dr !!!!! £11,195 £11,065 173.43
DACIA whatcar.com/dacia SANDERO HATCHBACK
115/24% 127/26% 127/26% 115/24% 117/24% 123/25% 98/23%
109/22% 123/25% 123/25% 109/22% 119/24% 117/24% 119/24% 119/24% 117/24% 90/22% 90/22% 90/22%
VERDICT Massively spacious but interior quality and handling are likely to disappoint someone used to a regular MPV Doors 5 Seats 6/7/8/9 L 4959mm W 2204mm H 1890mm Boot litres 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Business M 5dr £32,095 £28,198 12 99 120 - 58.9 127/29% 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Business M [9 Seat] £32,795 £28,811 12 99 120 - 58.9 127/29% 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Business XS 5dr £30,880 120 - -/1.5 BlueHDi 120 Business XS [9 Seat] £31,580 120 - -/1.5 BlueHDi 120 Feel M 5dr £32,265 £28,347 12 99 120 - 58.9 126/29% 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Feel M [8 Seat] 5dr £33,345 £29,292 12 99 120 - 58.9 126/29% 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Feel XL 5dr £32,965 £28,960 12 99 120 - 58.9 127/29% 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Feel XL [8 Seat] 5dr £34,045 £29,905 12 99 120 - 58.9 127/29% 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Rip Curl M 5dr £34,700 £30,478 12 99 120 - 57.6 128/29% 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Rip Curl M [8 Seat] £35,780 £31,423 12 99 120 - 57.6 128/29% 1.5 BlueHDi Business XS 5dr £29,865 100 - -/1.5 BlueHDi Business XS [9 Seat] 5dr £30,565 100 - -/2.0 BlueHDi 150 Business Lounge M £40,420 £35,523 11 106 150 273 50.4 147/33% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Busi Lounge M [7st] £41,220 £36,223 11 106 150 273 50.4 147/33% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Business Lounge XL £41,120 £36,136 11 106 150 273 50.4 147/33% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Bus Lounge XL [7st] £41,920 £36,836 11 106 150 273 50.4 147/33% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Business M 5dr £33,575 £29,532 298.76 11 114 150 273 51.4 145/33% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Business M [9 Seat] £34,275 £30,145 304.45 11 114 150 273 51.4 145/33% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Business XL 5dr £34,260 £30,133 307.1 11 106 150 273 51.4 143/32% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Business XL [9 Seat] £34,960 £30,746 308.5 11 106 150 273 51.4 143/32% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Feel M 5dr £33,745 £29,681 314.81 11 114 150 273 51.4 144/32% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Feel M [8 Seat] 5dr £34,825 £30,626 492.34 11 114 150 273 51.4 144/32% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Feel XL 5dr £34,445 £30,293 316.64 11 114 150 273 51.4 145/33% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Feel XL [8 Seat] 5dr £35,525 £31,238 324.44 11 114 150 273 51.4 145/33% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Flair M 5dr £39,780 £34,961 11 114 150 273 51.4 144/32% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Flair M [8 Seat] 5dr !!!!! £39,780 £34,961 11 114 150 273 51.4 144/32% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Flair XL 5dr £40,480 £35,576 11 106 150 273 51.4 143/32% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Flair XL [8 Seat] 5dr £40,480 £35,576 11 106 150 273 51.4 143/32% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Flair XS 5dr £39,080 £34,351 11 106 150 273 53.3 139/31% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Flair XS [8 Seat] 5dr £39,080 £34,351 11 106 150 273 53.3 139/31% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Rip Curl M 5dr £36,180 £31,811 114 150 273 50.4 146/33% 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Rip Curl M [8 Seat] £37,260 £32,756 114 150 273 50.4 146/33%
SPACETOURER MPV
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
Monthly company car tax bill £38/£75 £45/£90 £41/£81 £42/£83 £34/£69 £36/£72 £47/£93
£31/£62 £39/£78 £35/£70 £34/£69 £27/£54 £30/£61 £34/£69 £30/£61 £34/£69 £41/£82 £37/£73 £40/£81
£154/£308 £157/£315 -/-/£155/£309 £160/£320 £158/£316 £163/£327 £167/£333 £172/£343 -/-/£219/£438 £224/£447 £223/£446 £227/£455 £182/£363 £185/£371 £180/£359 £183/£367 £177/£354 £183/£365 £186/£373 £192/£385 £209/£418 £209/£418 £213/£426 £213/£426 £199/£398 £199/£398 £196/£392 £202/£404
20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
Cost per mile 31.6 32.98 -
29.3 30.68 26.75 27.8 28.85 30.23
51.07 73.42 51.33 52.34 -
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 38% 36% 38% 36% 40% 40% 39%
39% 37% 39% 37% 41% 42% 39% 42% 39% 39% 40% 39%
38% 38% 37% 38% 38% 38% 38% 38% 39% 39% 37% 38% 38% 38% 38% 39% 38% 39% 38% 39% 38% 38% 38% 38% 39% 40% 39% 40% 39% 40% 39% 39%
Insurance group 8E 9E 9E 8E 5E 10E
9E 10E 9E 9E 3E 4E 5E 5E 4E 10E 10E 10E
17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 18E 18E 22E 22E 22E 22E 20E 20E 20E 20E 20E 20E 20E 20E 22E 22E 22E 22E 22E 22E 21E 21E
CITROEN TO FIAT
VERDICT
KEY INFO
3
203
561 24.8
340/37% £1609/£3218
260/37% £1253/£2506
260/37% £1127/£2254
245/37% £1014/£2028
Cost per mile
110 110 104 96 102 102 102 96 104 104
85 85 90 90 69 69 69 69 69 95 95
107 107 107 107 75 75 75 75 75 148 148
67.3 67.3 57.6 48.7 52.3/43.1 52.3/43.1 50.4/43.1 48.7 64.2 62.8
99/20% 99/20% 130/27% 130/27% 132/27% 125/26% 125/26% 131/27% 132/27% 117/27% 119/27%
£38/£75 32.13 £40/£80 32.42 £65/£130 £72/£145 40.88 £58/£116 £44/£88 31.73 £47/£94 32.02 £42/£84 31.14 £54/£107 £74/£148 36.44 £81/£162 39.33
27% 30% 31% 31% 31% 28% 31% 31% 31% 34% 34%
PANDA HATCHBACK
VERDICT Has plenty of charm, but should be cheaper or better equipped Doors 5 Seats 4 L 3653mm W 1882mm H 1551mm Boot 225litres 0.9 TwinAir 85 Easy 5dr !!!!! £11,470 £10,860 179.5 11.2 0.9 TwinAir 85 Lounge 5dr !!!!! £12,100 £11,454 181.09 11.2 0.9 TwinAir 90 4x4 5dr £14,700 0.9 TwinAir 90 Cross 4x4 5dr !!!!! £16,300 £15,415 236.91 12 1.2 City Cross 5dr £13,140 £12,439 14.8 1.2 Easy 5dr !!!!! £10,400 £9,854 162.41 14.8 1.2 Lounge 5dr !!!!! £11,100 £10,514 164 14.8 1.2 Pop 5dr !!!!! £9,600 £9,103 158.08 14.8 1.2 Waze 5dr £12,140 £12,140 14.8 1.3 Multijet 95 4x4 5dr !!!!! £16,650 £15,747 210.21 12.5 1.3 Multijet 95 Cross 4x4 5dr !!!!! £18,300 £17,302 231.44 12.7
34% 32% 35% 34% 32% 35% 36% 35% 36% 36% 35% 33% 37%
60%
70%
67%
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35% 36% 35% 36% 35% 35% 34% 36% 36%
35.02 50.12 35.1 33.75 48.49 33.75 33.25 31.43 47.3 33.31
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Retained value @3yrs/36k miles
VERDICT The 500C is a desirable car, but it’s difficult to get comfortable in and generally outclassed by the more grown-up Mini Convertible Doors 2 Seats 4 L 3571mm W 1893mm H 1488mm Boot 185litres 0.9 TwinAir 105 Lounge 2dr !!!!! £17,890 £16,784 229.79 10 117 105 107 67.3 99/20% £59/£118 38.62 0.9 TwinAir 105 S 2dr !!!!! £18,040 £16,924 230.23 10 117 105 107 67.3 99/20% £60/£119 38.7 0.9 TwinAir Lounge 2dr !!!!! £17,460 £16,315 225.77 11 106 85 107 56.5 115/24% £69/£138 37.35 0.9 TwinAir S 2dr !!!!! £17,610 £16,455 225.73 11 106 85 107 56.5 115/24% £70/£139 37.35 1.2 Collezione 2dr £16,710 £15,683 12.9 99 69 75 53.3 123/25% £69/£137 1.2 Lounge 2dr !!!!! £16,210 £15,215 207.72 12.9 101 69 75 54.3 118/24% £64/£128 36.82 1.2 Pop 2dr !!!!! £14,460 £13,579 194.18 12.9 101 69 75 53.3 125/26% £62/£123 35.03 1.2 S 2dr !!!!! £16,360 £15,356 208.36 12.9 101 69 75 53.3 125/26% £70/£140 36.91 1.2 Spiaggina 2dr £18,100 £18,100 12.9 101 69 75 53.3 123/25% £75/£149 -
500C CONVERTIBLE
VERDICT The 500 is wonderfully stylish and competent in most areas, but there are rivals that are both cheaper and better to drive Doors 3 Seats 4 L 3571mm W 1893mm H 1488mm Boot 185litres 0.9 TwinAir 105 Lounge 3dr !!!!! £15,240 £14,234 201.73 10 117 105 107 67.3 99/20% £50/£100 0.9 TwinAir 105 Riva 3dr !!!!! £18,590 £18,590 10 117 105 107 67.3 99/20% £61/£123 0.9 TwinAir 105 S 3dr !!!!! £15,390 £14,374 202.17 10 117 105 107 67.3 99/20% £51/£101 0.9 TwinAir Lounge 3dr !!!!! £14,810 £13,768 197.71 11 106 85 107 60.1 108/22% £54/£107 0.9 TwinAir Riva 3dr !!!!! £18,090 £18,090 11 107 85 107 74.3 90/19% £57/£114 0.9 TwinAir S 3dr !!!!! £14,960 £13,907 197.67 11 106 85 107 60.1 108/22% £54/£108 1.2 Collezione 3dr £14,060 £13,139 12.9 99 69 75 54.3 122/25% £58/£115 1.2 Lounge 3dr !!!!! £13,560 £12,674 179.86 12.9 101 69 75 55.4 116/24% £53/£107 1.2 Mirror 3dr !!!!! £12,765 £12,765 12.9 99 69 75 60.1 110/23% £48/£96 1.2 Mirror II 3dr £14,090 £13,166 12.9 99 69 75 60.1 110/23% £53/£107 1.2 Pop 3dr !!!!! £11,810 £11,047 166.12 12.9 101 69 75 53.3 124/25% £48/£97 1.2 Riva 3dr !!!!! £16,840 £16,840 12.9 99 69 75 60.1 110/23% £64/£128 1.2 S 3dr !!!!! £13,710 £12,814 180.3 12.9 101 69 75 53.3 124/25% £56/£112
FIAT whatcar.com/ iat 500 HATCHBACK
VERDICT Parallel-universe performance and mind-bending agility, but a huge price tag to go with it Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4657mm W Nmm H 1276mm Boot litres 6.5 2dr Auto !!!! £263,033 £263,033 2.9 211 800 529.6 19
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670
812 SUPERFAST COUPE
488 SPIDER CONVERTIBLE
488 GTB COUPE
Monthly company car tax bill 20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
VERDICT The same as above, but with a folding hard-top roof Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4568mm W Nmm H 1211mm Boot litres 3.9 Spider 2dr Auto !!!!! £205,341 £205,341
Contract hire per month
561 24.8
0-62mph (sec)
670
Max speed (mph)
VERDICT Staggeringly fast and capable. One of the best supercars on the planet. Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4568mm W Nmm H 1213mm Boot litres 3.9 2dr Auto !!!!! £184,914 £184,914 3 205
Power (ps) 561 26.9
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT A respectable entry to the Ferrari experience, but not the best as a grand tourer Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4586mm W mm H 1318mm Boot litres 3.9 GT 2dr Auto !!!!! £166,240 3.5 199 600
FERRARI whatcar.com/ferrari PORTOFINO CONVERTIBLE
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
CITROEN TO FIAT
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z CITROEN TO FIAT
7U 7U 7U 10U 6U 4U 3U 3U 10U 10U
15U 17U 15U 15U 11U 11U 10U 11U -
14U 14U 14U 11U 12U 11U 8U 8U 8U 8U 7U 8U 8U
N
N
N
N
Insurance group
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178.53 188.83
11.7 11.7
104 104
90 90
162 74.3 162 74.3
103 103 162 162
7 CROSSBACK SUV
3 CABRIO CONVERTIBLE
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38.4 37.93 37.2
35.95 52.19 35.48 50.43 34.44
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36.17 36.74
32.06 33.45 32.21 33.58
31.37 32.75
44% 43% 42%
32% 32% 31%
38% 37% 39% 39% 39% 39% 38% 37% 38% 37% 35% 35% 35%
58% 53% 52% 53% 52% 52% 51% 45% 44% 44% 43% 45% 43%
35% 35% 38% 38%
37% 36% 37% 36% 37% 39% 37% 39% 37% 38% 38% 38% 38%
40% 40%
21E 22E 23E
25A 22A 24A
25E 22E 15E 15E 21E 22E 20E 22E 20E 19E 23E 24E 22E
9E 9E 8E 9E 8E 9E 8E 12E 13E 12E 13E 12E 14E
7E 7E 9E 9E
8E 9E 9E 8E 2E 2E 4E 4E 3E 9E 9E 9E 9E
9E 10E
500X SUV
94 94 94 159 159 159 236 236
94 94 94 159 159 159 236 236
42.8 42.8 43.5 39.2 40.4 40.4 58.9 61.4
42.8 42.8 43.5 39.2 40.4 40.4 61.4 64.2
DOBLO MPV
95 95 95 95 95 95
100 100 97 97 100 97
VERDICT Cheap for the space it offers, but noisy and short of equipment Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4406mm W Nmm H 1845mm Boot 790litres 1.4 16V Easy 5dr !!!!! £15,570 £14,747 234.84 1.4 16V Easy Air 5dr !!!!! £15,915 £15,072 1.4 16V Easy Air High Roof 5dr !!!!! £17,230 £16,330 1.4 16V Easy High Roof 5dr !!!!! £16,885 £16,005 259.94 1.4 16V Pop 5dr !!!!! £14,400 £13,644 218.99 1.4 16V Pop High Roof 5dr !!!!! £15,715 £14,902 244.09
15.4 15.4 15.9 15.9 15.4 15.9
77 77 95 80
QUBO MPV
96 96 104 100
95 95 95 95 95 95 120 120 120 120 95 95 95 95 120 120 120
VERDICT Surprisingly generous space. Slow and ungainly to drive, though Doors 5 Seats 5 L 3957mm W Nmm H 1735mm Boot 330litres 1.4 8V Lounge 5dr !!!!! £13,320 £12,596 251.11 14.7 1.4 8V Pop 5dr !!!!! £12,320 £11,850 237.82 14.7 1.3 Multijet 95 Trekking 5dr !!!!! £16,195 £15,280 284.94 11.9 1.3 Multijet Lounge 5dr !!!!! £15,195 £14,340 275.81 13.9
101 101 111 111 111 101 114 117 117 117 109 103 106 106 114 117 117
120 120 95 95 120 120
13.9 13.9 12.8 12.8 12.8 13.9 11 10.2 10.2 10.2 13.4 14.3 13.9 13.9 11.5 10.7 10.7
VERDICT Cheap for a seven-seater, but too compromised to challenge the best MPVs Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4375mm W 2018mm H 1667mm Boot 493litres 1.4 T-Jet Lounge 5dr £20,660 £19,544 10.6 117 1.4 T-Jet Pop Star 5dr £19,160 £18,131 10.6 117 1.3 Multijet Lounge 5dr £21,545 £20,358 14.4 106 1.3 Multijet Pop Star 5dr £20,045 £18,945 14.4 106 1.6 Multijet Lounge 5dr !!!!! £22,565 £21,322 10.9 117 1.6 Multijet Pop Star 5dr !!!!! £21,065 £19,908 10.9 117
500L WAGON MPV
VERDICT A decent small MPV let down by a noisy diesel engine Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4276mm W 2018mm H 1679mm Boot 455litres 1.4 City Cross 5dr £17,610 £17,610 1.4 Cross 5dr £18,710 £17,178 1.4 Lounge 5dr £17,900 £16,713 1.4 Mirror 5dr £17,000 £15,876 1.4 Pop Star 5dr £16,400 £15,318 1.4 S Design 5dr £18,610 £18,610 1.4 T-Jet 120 Cross 5dr £19,660 £18,372 1.4 T-Jet 120 Lounge 5dr £19,160 £17,907 1.4 T-Jet 120 Mirror 5dr £18,260 £17,070 1.4 T-Jet 120 Pop Star 5dr £17,660 £16,512 1.4 Urban 5dr £16,710 £16,710 1.3 Multijet Cross 5dr £20,545 £19,170 1.3 Multijet Lounge 5dr £20,045 £18,705 1.3 Multijet Pop Star 5dr £18,545 £17,310 1.6 Multijet Cross 5dr £21,565 £20,122 1.6 Multijet Lounge 5dr !!!!! £21,065 £19,657 1.6 Multijet Pop Star 5dr !!!!! £19,565 £18,262 -
500L MPV
94 94 94 94 94 94
85 85 148 148
159 159 159 159 236 236
94 94 94 94 94 94 159 159 159 159 94 159 159 159 236 236 236
39.2 39.2 38.2 38.2 39.2 38.2
40.9 40.9 62.8 62.8
40.9 40.9 68.9 68.9 67.3 67.3
40.9 39.8 46.3 46.3 46.3 40.4 42.2 42.2 42.2 42.2 40.9 67.3 68.9 68.9 65.7 67.3 67.3
VERDICT Keep it cheap and the 500X is a ine choice; it’s stylish, practical and pretty classy inside Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4269mm W 2025mm H 1595mm Boot litres 1.0 Multiair City Cross 5dr !!!!! £18,995 £18,995 10.9 117 120 140 47.1 1.0 Multiair Cross Plus 5dr £20,995 £20,995 10.9 117 120 140 47.1 1.6 E-torQ Urban 5dr £16,995 £16,995 11.5 112 110 112 42.2
113 113 113 124 124 124 124 124
95 95 95 120 120 120 120 120
12.6 12.6 12.6 10.1 10.1 10.1 10.3 10.3
VERDICT All the pros and cons of the regular Tipo, plus a bigger boot Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4571mm W Nmm H 1514mm Boot litres 1.4 Easy 5dr !!!!! £15,320 £12,990 218.42 1.4 Easy Plus 5dr !!!!! £16,320 £15,321 222.01 1.4 Lounge 5dr !!!!! £17,320 £16,256 224.43 1.4 T-Jet 120 Easy Plus 5dr !!!!! £17,630 £16,566 1.4 T-Jet 120 Lounge 5dr !!!!! £18,630 £16,300 1.4 T-Jet 120 S Design 5dr £19,630 £19,630 1.6 Multijet Easy Plus 5dr !!!!! £20,275 £17,945 1.6 Multijet Lounge 5dr !!!!! £21,275 £19,954 -
TIPO STATION WAGON ESTATE
95 95 95 120 120 120 120 120
TIPO HATCHBACK VERDICT Well equipped and spacious, but rivals are better to drive and classier inside Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4368mm W Nmm H 1495mm Boot litres 1.4 Easy 5dr !!!!! £14,320 £10,515 205.49 12.4 113 1.4 Easy Plus 5dr !!!!! £15,320 £11,990 209.08 12.4 113 1.4 Lounge 5dr !!!!! £16,630 £15,631 211.51 12.4 113 1.4 T-Jet 120 Easy Plus 5dr !!!!! £16,630 £15,631 9.9 124 1.4 T-Jet 120 Lounge 5dr !!!!! £17,630 £16,566 9.9 124 1.4 T-Jet 120 S Design 5dr £18,630 £18,630 9.9 124 1.6 Multijet Easy Plus 5dr !!!!! £19,275 £18,084 10.1 124 1.6 Multijet Lounge 5dr !!!!! £20,275 £17,945 10.1 124
A TO Z CITROEN TO FIAT
£112/£223 £125/£250 £137/£274
62.8 62.8 61.4 61.4 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 83.1 83.1 83.1
VERDICT A well-equipped, comfortable and practical large SUV, but pricing and interior quality are questionable Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4595mm W 1895mm H 1620mm Boot 555litres 1.5 BlueHDi Elegance 5dr !!!!! £28,095 £27,823 10.8 121 130 221 72.4 101/24% 1.5 BlueHDi Performance Line 5dr £31,480 £31,174 10.8 121 130 221 72.4 101/24% 1.5 BlueHDi Prestige 5dr £34,480 £34,144 10.8 121 130 221 72.4 101/24%
170 170 87 87 151 151 151 151 151 151 187 187 187
£79/£158 £74/£148 £79/£159
130 130 82 82 110 110 110 110 110 110 100 100 100
VERDICT The 3 Cabrio is stylish, spacious and surprisingly practical, but a poor ride stops it from being a class leader Doors 2 Seats 5 L 3948mm W Nmm H 1483mm Boot 245litres 1.2 Puretech 130 Performance Line !!!!! £21,770 £18,531 227.58 9 126 130 170 62.8 105/22% 1.2 Puretech Performance Line 2dr !!!!! £21,250 £18,089 227.51 9.8 118 110 151 65.7 100/21% 1.6 BlueHDi Performance Line 2dr !!!!! £21,870 £18,616 234.3 11.2 113 100 187 80.7 92/22%
127 127 108 108 118 118 118 118 118 118 117 117 117
£79/£159 £71/£141 £59/£118 £62/£123 £68/£136 £74/£148 £61/£122 £71/£141 £63/£127 £66/£131 £66/£132 £76/£152 £71/£142
8.9 8.9 12.3 12.3 9.6 9.6 9.6 9.6 9.6 9.6 10.8 10.8 10.8
105/22% 105/22% 107/22% 107/22% 100/21% 100/21% 100/21% 100/21% 100/21% 100/21% 87/22% 87/22% 87/22%
VERDICT Much to like, but the crashy ride stops it being the best Doors 3 Seats 5 L 3948mm W Nmm H 1483mm Boot 285litres 1.2 Puretech 130 Cafe Racer 3dr £21,825 £21,406 1.2 Puretech 130 Performance Line !!!!! £19,450 £16,292 208.97 1.2 Puretech 82 Connected Chic 3dr !!!!! £16,270 £13,653 1.2 Puretech 82 Parthenon Cream 3dr £17,020 £14,275 1.2 Puretech Black Lezard 3dr £19,550 £16,372 1.2 Puretech Cafe Racer 3dr £21,285 £20,876 1.2 Puretech Connected Chic 3dr !!!!! £17,550 £14,712 1.2 Puretech Ines de la Fressange 3dr !!!!! £20,315 £17,007 1.2 Puretech Parthenon Cream 3dr £18,300 £15,334 1.2 Puretech Performance Line 3dr !!!!! £18,930 £15,857 208.9 1.6 BlueHDi Connected Chic 3dr !!!!! £18,170 £15,226 1.6 BlueHDi Ines de la Fressange 3dr !!!!! £20,915 £17,505 1.6 BlueHDi Performance Line 3dr !!!!! £19,550 £16,372 214.64
DS whatcar.com/ds 3 HATCHBACK
DUSTER SUV £49/£97 £65/£129 £78/£156 £57/£113 £70/£139 £71/£141 £84/£169 £67/£134 -/£60/£120 -/£73/£145 -/-
90 90 90 90
VERDICT The Duster isn’t the most sophisticated car to drive, but it’s spacious, practical and incredibly affordable Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4341mm W 2052mm H 1633mm Boot 478litres 1.6 SCe Access 5dr £9,995 £9,904 11.9 107 115 115 43.4 149/30% 1.6 SCe Comfort 5dr £13,195 £13,072 11.9 107 115 115 43.4 149/30% 1.6 SCe Comfort 5dr 4X4 £15,195 £15,055 12.9 106 115 115 40.4 158/32% 1.6 SCe Essential 5dr !!!!! £11,595 £11,488 11.9 107 115 115 43.4 149/30% 1.6 SCe Essential 5dr 4X4 £13,595 £13,471 12.9 106 115 115 40.4 158/32% 1.6 SCe Prestige 5dr £14,395 £14,260 11.9 107 115 115 43.4 149/30% 1.6 SCe Prestige 5dr 4X4 £16,395 £16,243 12.9 106 115 115 40.4 158/32% 1.5 Blue dCi Comfort 5dr £15,195 £15,052 11.8 111 115 192 64.3 115/27% 1.5 Blue dCi Comfort 5dr 4X4 £17,190 12.4 104 115 192 60.1 -/1.5 Blue dCi Essential 5dr £13,595 £13,468 11.8 111 115 192 64.3 115/27% 1.5 Blue dCi Essential 5dr 4X4 £15,490 12.4 104 115 192 60.1 -/1.5 Blue dCi Prestige 5dr £16,395 £16,240 11.8 111 115 192 64.3 115/27% 1.5 Blue dCi Prestige 5dr 4X4 £18,490 12.4 104 115 192 60.1 -/-
106 106 106 106
£41/£83 £45/£91 £41/£82 £45/£91 £35/£69 £38/£76 £42/£84 £38/£76 £42/£84 £46/£92 £42/£84 £42/£84 £46/£92
£42/£84 £46/£92
£52/£103 £52/£103 -/£54/£108
12.4 12.4 13 13
120/25% 121/25% 121/25% 120/25% 123/25% 120/25% 123/25% 123/25% 120/25% 90/22% 90/22% 90/22% 90/22%
98/23% 98/23%
125/26% 125/26% -/100/24%
LOGAN MCV STEPWAY ESTATE 51.4 51.4 72.4 72.4
£11,065 £12,053
VERDICT More rugged-looking version of the Logan MCV Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4528mm W 1994mm H 1559mm Boot 573litres 0.9 TCe Comfort 5dr £12,095 £11,982 0.9 TCe Laureate 5dr !!!!! £12,095 £11,982 1.5 Blue dCi Comfort 5dr £13,550 1.5 dCi Laureate 5dr !!!!! £13,695 £13,566 -
£11,195 £12,195
53.3 53.3 53.3 53.3 52.3 52.3 52.3 52.3 52.3 80.7 80.7 80.7 80.7
!!!!! !!!!!
VERDICT Bargain small estate offers plenty of room, but re inement and standard kit are poor Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4501mm W 1994mm H 1521mm Boot 573litres 0.9 TCe Ambiance 5dr !!!!! £10,115 £10,022 167.57 11.1 109 90 103 0.9 TCe Comfort 5dr £11,095 £10,992 11.1 109 90 103 0.9 TCe Essential 5dr £10,095 £10,002 11.1 109 90 103 0.9 TCe Laureate 5dr !!!!! £11,115 £11,012 177.86 11.1 109 90 103 1.0 SCe Access 5dr !!!!! £8,495 £8,418 14.7 98 73 72 1.0 SCe Ambiance 5dr !!!!! £9,295 £9,210 14.7 98 73 72 1.0 SCe Comfort 5dr £10,295 £10,200 14.7 98 73 72 1.0 SCe Essential 5dr £9,295 £9,210 14.7 98 73 72 1.0 SCe Laureate 5dr £10,295 £10,200 14.7 98 73 72 1.5 Blue dCi Comfort 5dr £12,695 11.8 107 90 162 1.5 Blue dCi Essential 5dr £11,695 11.8 107 90 162 1.5 dCi Ambiance 5dr !!!!! £11,695 £11,586 183.47 11.8 107 90 162 1.5 dCi Laureate 5dr !!!!! £12,695 £12,576 193.73 11.8 107 90 162
LOGAN MCV ESTATE
1.5 dCi Ambiance 5dr 1.5 dCi Laureate 5dr £70/£141 37.32 £75/£151 37.75 £83/£166 38.04 £88/£177 £94/£188 £99/£199 £86/£171 £93/£187 -
£84/£169 £93/£187 £85/£170
165/34% 165/34% 171/35% 171/35% 165/34% 171/35%
161/33% 161/33% 118/27% 118/27%
158/32% 158/32% 107/25% 107/25% 112/26% 112/26%
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£85/£170 45.15 £87/£174 53.06 £95/£191 57.09 £93/£187 48.66 £78/£157 43.13 £87/£173 46.65
£70/£140 46.39 £65/£129 44.67 £72/£143 46.3 £67/£134 45.09
£107/£214 £99/£198 £89/£178 £83/£165 £97/£193 £90/£180
156/32% £91/£182 161/33% £100/£200 143/29% £85/£171 143/29% £81/£162 143/29% £78/£156 159/32% £96/£192 157/32% £102/£204 155/32% £99/£198 155/32% £94/£189 155/32% £91/£182 156/32% £86/£172 109/25% £85/£169 107/25% £83/£165 107/25% £76/£153 114/26% £92/£185 112/26% £90/£180 112/26% £84/£167
133/27% 133/27% 154/31%
147/30% £75/£151 38.87 147/30% £80/£161 39.31 150/31% £88/£176 39.6 159/32% £91/£182 163/33% £99/£199 159/32% £102/£203 121/28% £93/£187 125/29% £102/£203 -
148/30% 148/30% 151/31% 160/33% 164/33% 160/33% 117/27% 121/28%
32% 33% 33% 32% 35% 34%
39% 39% 33% 34%
38% 38% 34% 35% 35% 36%
39% 39% 37% 37% 37% 40% 40% 38% 40% 38% 37% 33% 33% 33% 34% 34% 34%
37% 39% 38%
33% 34% 35% 34% 35% 36% 28% 29%
34% 35% 36% 34% 35% 36% 27% 29%
6E 6E 6E 6E 6E 6E
4E 3E 7E 6E
15E 15E 12E 10E 20D 19D
9E 10E 11E 10E 11E 10E 14E 15E 14E 15E 10E 10E 10E 10E 19D 20D 20D
10E 12E 8E
7E 8E 8E 13E 13E 14E 15E 15E
7E 8E 8E 13E 13E 14E 15E 15E
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VERDICT
Price on the road
Target Price 020 8267 4138
Contract hire per month
378.63 255.99 283.16 308.26 370.98 283.02 248.39 275.57 300.66 275.43
0-62mph (sec) 12.1 12.1 12.1 12.6 12.1 13.9 13.9 13.9 14.4 13.9
107 107 107 107 104 107 104 99 99 99 96 97
Max speed (mph) 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 95 95 95 95 95
236 236 236 236 236 236 236 221 221 221 221 221
48.7 54.3 54.3 54.3 48.7 51.4 51.4 54.3 54.3 54.3 48.7 51.4
FIESTA HATCHBACK
Monthly company car tax bill 20% / 40%
Cost per mile
£70/£141 £73/£145 £75/£149 £77/£154 £80/£160 £64/£128 £69/£139 £66/£132 £72/£143 £70/£141 £76/£152 £65/£130 £70/£141 £68/£135 £73/£147 £70/£140 £76/£152 £79/£158 £81/£163 £85/£169 £68/£136 £74/£147 £70/£140 £76/£152 £75/£150 £81/£161 £67/£135 £70/£139 £69/£137 £71/£141 £73/£146 £97/£195 £75/£150 £78/£156 £62/£124 £68/£135 £64/£128
£56/£113 £47/£93 £44/£87 £48/£95 £61/£122 £53/£106
40.96 41.96 41.18 42.91 42.52 43.52 41.26 42.26 43.08 44.08 43.59 44.58 41.79 42.78 41.28 43.01 43.35 44.35 40.35 41.34 40.57
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152/34% £139/£278 59.09 137/31% £92/£183 44.25 137/31% £93/£187 53.55 137/31% £102/£204 47.71 152/34% £118/£236 52.03 144/32% £129/£259 58.64 144/32% £107/£214 48.29 137/31% £88/£175 43.26 137/31% £89/£179 52.18 137/31% £98/£197 46.72 152/34% £114/£227 51.05 144/32% £103/£206 47.3
113/23% 113/23% 113/23% 113/23% 113/23% 108/22% 111/23% 108/22% 111/23% 108/22% 111/23% 106/22% 110/23% 106/22% 110/23% 106/22% 110/23% 118/24% 118/24% 118/24% 112/23% 116/24% 112/23% 116/24% 112/23% 116/24% 113/23% 113/23% 113/23% 113/23% 113/23% 138/28% 113/23% 113/23% 108/22% 111/23% 108/22%
£24,071 £17,297 £17,622 £19,257 £20,514 £23,478 £19,493 £16,590 £16,915 £18,550 £19,808 £18,786
Power (ps)
VERDICT The Fiesta is superb to drive, smart inside and well equipped. It’s one of the very best small cars Doors 3/5 Seats 5 L 4040mm W 1941mm H 1476mm Boot 292litres 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Active 1 5dr £18,595 £17,173 10 121 125 125 56.5 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Active 1 Naviga 5dr £19,145 £17,450 10 121 125 125 56.5 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Active B+O Play 5dr £19,695 £18,188 10 121 125 125 56.5 1.0 EcoB 125 Active B+O Play Nav 5dr £20,245 £18,464 10 121 125 125 56.5 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Active X 5dr £21,045 £19,202 10 121 125 125 56.5 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line 3dr £17,665 £16,313 10 121 125 125 60.1 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line 5dr £18,335 £16,933 10 121 125 125 57.7 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line Navigati 3dr £18,215 £16,590 10 121 125 125 60.1 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line Navigati 5dr £18,885 £17,210 10 121 125 125 57.7 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line X 3dr £19,415 £17,559 10 121 125 125 60.1 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line X 5dr £20,085 £18,178 10 121 125 125 57.7 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium 3dr £17,915 £16,313 10 121 125 125 60.1 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium 5dr £18,565 £16,913 10 121 125 125 60.1 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titani B+O Play 3dr £18,665 £17,005 10 121 125 125 60.1 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titani B+O Play 5dr £19,315 £17,605 10 121 125 125 60.1 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium X 3dr £19,315 £17,559 10 121 125 125 60.1 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium X 5dr £19,965 £18,158 10 121 125 125 60.1 1.0 EcoBoost 140 Active B+O Play 5dr £19,995 £18,464 9 125 140 133 54.3 1.0 Eco 140 Active B+O Play Nav 5dr £20,545 £18,741 9 125 140 133 54.3 1.0 EcoBoost 140 Active X 5dr £21,345 £19,479 9 125 140 133 54.3 1.0 EcoBoost 140 ST-Line 3dr £17,965 £16,592 9 125 140 133 57.7 1.0 EcoBoost 140 ST-Line 5dr £18,615 £17,191 9 125 140 133 55.4 1.0 EcoBoost 140 ST-Line Navigat 3dr £18,515 £16,868 9 125 140 133 57.7 1.0 EcoBoost 140 ST-Line Navigat 5dr £19,165 £17,468 9 125 140 133 55.4 1.0 EcoBoost 140 ST-Line X 3dr £19,715 £17,837 9 125 140 133 57.7 1.0 EcoBoost 140 ST-Line X 5dr £20,365 £18,437 9 125 140 133 55.4 1.0 EcoBoost 85 Active 1 5dr £17,795 £16,435 12.7 105 85 80 56.5 1.0 EcoBoost 85 Active 1 Navigati 5dr £18,345 £16,712 12.7 105 85 80 56.5 1.0 EcoBoost Active 1 5dr £18,095 £16,712 10.6 113 100 125 56.5 1.0 EcoBoost Active 1 Navigation 5dr £18,645 £16,988 10.6 113 100 125 56.5 1.0 EcoBoost Active B+O Play 5dr £19,195 £17,726 10.6 113 100 125 56.5 1.0 EcoB Active B+O Play Nav 5dr Au £21,095 £19,252 12.4 111 100 125 46.3 1.0 EcoBoos Active B+O Play Nav 5dr £19,745 £18,003 10.6 113 100 125 56.5 1.0 EcoBoost Active X 5dr £20,545 £18,741 10.6 113 100 125 56.5 1.0 EcoBoost ST-Line 3dr !!!!! £17,165 £15,852 10.6 113 100 125 58.9 1.0 EcoBoost ST-Line 5dr !!!!! £17,835 £16,472 10.6 113 100 125 57.7 1.0 EcoBoost ST-Line Navigation 3dr £17,715 £16,129 10.6 113 100 125 58.9
£25,438 £18,275 £18,620 £20,355 £21,670 £24,828 £20,605 £17,525 £17,870 £19,605 £20,920 £19,855
Torque (lb/ft)
129/26% 114/23% 117/24% 117/24% 108/25% 99/23%
!!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!!
Gov’t MPG True MPG
VERDICT Good to drive and has plenty of space for four adults, but the Dacia Sandero is even cheaper Doors 5 Seats 5 L mm W mm H mm Boot litres 1.2 85 Active 5dr !!!!! £13,245 £12,920 13.5 105 85 85 49.6 1.2 85 Zetec 5dr !!!!! £12,395 £12,091 13.5 105 85 85 56.5 1.2 Studio 5dr £11,095 £10,824 14.6 102 70 85 55.4 1.2 Zetec 5dr £12,095 £11,799 14.6 102 70 85 55.4 1.5 TDCi Active 5dr £14,845 £14,480 11.4 111 95 159 68.9 1.5 TDCi Zetec 5dr £13,975 £13,631 11.4 111 95 159 76.3
FORD whatcar.com/ford KA+ HATCHBACK
1.6 Multijet 120 Active 5dr 1.6 Multijet 120 Easy 5dr 1.6 Multijet 120 Easy Air 5dr 1.6 Multijet 120 Lounge 5dr 1.6 Multijet 120 Lounge High Roof 5dr 1.6 Multijet 120 SX 5dr 1.6 Multijet 120 Trekking 5dr 1.6 Multijet 95 Easy 5dr 1.6 Multijet 95 Easy Air 5dr 1.6 Multijet 95 Lounge 5dr 1.6 Multijet 95 Lounge High Roof 5dr 1.6 Multijet 95 Trekking 5dr
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 40% 40% 41% 41% 39% 40% 41% 40% 41% 40% 41% 40% 40% 39% 40% 40% 40% 42% 41% 40% 41% 41% 40% 41% 40% 41% 40% 40% 40% 40% 41% 40% 41% 39% 40% 41% 40%
42% 41% 40% 41% 37% 36%
24% 31% 32% 31% 31% 24% 31% 30% 30% 30% 30% 30%
Insurance group 12E 12E 12E 12E 12E 12E 12E 12E 12E 13E 13E 12E 12E 12E 12E 13E 13E 14E 14E 14E 15E 15E 15E 15E 15E 15E 7E 7E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E
6E 5E 3E 4E 10E 10E
14E 9E 10E 10E 10E 15E 10E 7E 8E 8E 8E 8E
FIAT TO FORD KEY INFO
Torque (lb/ft)
Power (ps)
Max speed (mph)
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
VERDICT
FOCUS ESTATE
VERDICT Not cheap, despite the interior feeling exactly that, but practical and great to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L mm W mm H mm Boot litres 1.0 EcoBoost 100 Style 5dr £19,380 £18,039 12.5 114 100 1.0 EcoBoost 100 Style Nav 5dr £19,980 £18,597 12.5 114 100 1.0 EcoBoost 100 Zetec 5dr £20,380 £18,969 12.5 114 100 1.0 EcoBoost 100 Zetec Nav 5dr £20,730 £19,295 12.5 114 100 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line 5dr £22,650 £21,082 10.3 123 125 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line Nav 5dr £23,000 £21,407 10.3 123 125 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line X 5dr £25,150 £23,407 10.3 123 125 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Style 5dr Auto £21,250 £19,780 11.4 120 125 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Style Nav 5dr Auto £21,850 £20,338 11.4 120 125 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium 5dr £22,630 £21,062 10.3 123 125 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium X 5dr £23,900 £22,244 10.3 123 125 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Zetec 5dr £20,880 £19,434 10.3 123 125
125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125
58.9 58.9 58.9 58.9 57.6 57.6 55.4 48.7 48.7 58.9 57.6 58.9
Monthly company car tax bill
108/22% £70/£141 108/22% £73/£145 108/22% £74/£148 108/22% £75/£151 112/23% £86/£172 112/23% £87/£175 115/24% £100/£199 130/27% £95/£189 130/27% £97/£195 108/22% £82/£165 112/23% £91/£182 108/22% £76/£152
£66/£133 £69/£137 £70/£140 £71/£143 £82/£164 £83/£166 £95/£191 £86/£173 £89/£178 £78/£157 £87/£173 £72/£144 £73/£146 £68/£136 £70/£141 £101/£202 £91/£182 £92/£185 £120/£239 £91/£182 £96/£192 £109/£217 £86/£171 £87/£174 £99/£198 £91/£181 £93/£186 £82/£164 £90/£181 £75/£151 £77/£153 £70/£140 £72/£144 £74/£147 £75/£150 £126/£252 £115/£230 £105/£210 £107/£214 £108/£217 £118/£236 £103/£206 £113/£225 £124/£249
20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
VERDICT The Focus stands out as the best driver’s car in the class, complemented by a ine ride and decent practicality Doors 5 Seats 5 L mm W mm H mm Boot litres 1.0 EcoBoost 100 Style 5dr £18,300 £16,944 12.1 116 100 125 60.1 107/22% 1.0 EcoBoost 100 Style Nav 5dr £18,900 £17,499 12.1 116 100 125 60.1 107/22% 1.0 EcoBoost 100 Zetec 5dr £19,300 £17,869 12.1 116 100 125 60.1 107/22% 1.0 EcoBoost 100 Zetec Nav 5dr £19,650 £18,193 12.1 116 100 125 60.1 107/22% 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line 5dr £21,570 £19,971 10 124 125 125 57.6 111/23% 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line Nav 5dr £21,920 £20,294 10 124 125 125 57.6 111/23% 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line X 5dr £24,050 £22,265 10 124 125 125 55.4 115/24% 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Style 5dr Auto £20,150 £18,657 11.1 121 125 125 50.4 126/26% 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Style Nav 5dr Auto £20,750 £19,212 11.1 121 125 125 50.4 126/26% 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium 5dr !!!!! £21,550 £19,951 10 124 125 125 58.9 108/22% 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium X 5dr £22,820 £21,127 10 124 125 125 57.6 111/23% 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Zetec 5dr £19,800 £18,332 10 124 125 125 58.9 108/22% 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Zetec Nav 5dr £20,150 £18,656 10 124 125 125 58.9 108/22% 1.0 EcoBoost 85 Style 5dr £17,930 £16,602 13.5 110 85 125 58.9 110/23% 1.0 EcoBoost 85 Style Nav 5dr £18,530 £17,157 13.5 110 85 125 58.9 110/23% 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Vignale 5dr £25,450 £25,450 10.3 124 125 125 55.4 115/24% 1.5 EcoBoost 150 ST-Line 5dr £22,050 £20,415 8.8 130 150 177 52.3 123/25% 1.5 EcoBoost 150 ST-Line Nav 5dr £22,400 £20,738 8.8 130 150 177 52.3 123/25% 1.5 EcoBoost 150 ST-Line X 5dr Auto £25,900 £23,979 8.9 129 150 177 46.3 138/28% 1.5 EcoBoost 150 Titanium 5dr £22,050 £20,415 8.8 130 150 177 53.3 121/25% 1.5 EcoBoost 150 Titanium X 5dr £23,300 £21,571 8.8 130 150 177 52.3 123/25% 1.5 EcoBoost 182 ST-Line X 5dr £25,300 £23,421 8.9 138 182 177 51.4 126/26% 1.5 EcoBlue 120 ST-Line 5dr £22,500 £20,829 10 122 120 221 78.5 97/23% 1.5 EcoBlue 120 ST-Line Nav 5dr £22,850 £21,153 10 122 120 221 78.5 97/23% 1.5 EcoBlue 120 ST-Line X 5dr £25,000 £23,142 10 122 120 221 76.3 100/24% 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Style 5dr Auto £21,160 £19,594 10.2 120 120 221 67.3 111/26% 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Style Nav 5dr Auto £21,760 £20,149 10.2 120 120 221 67.3 111/26% 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Titanium 5dr £22,520 £20,848 10 122 120 221 78.5 94/22% 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Titanium X 5dr £23,750 £21,986 10 122 120 221 78.5 97/23% 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Zetec 5dr £20,770 £19,229 10 122 120 221 78.5 94/22% 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Zetec Nav 5dr £21,120 £19,553 10 122 120 221 78.5 94/22% 1.5 EcoBlue 95 Style 5dr £19,270 £17,842 11.4 114 95 221 80.7 91/22% 1.5 EcoBlue 95 Style Nav 5dr £19,870 £18,397 11.4 114 95 221 80.7 91/22% 1.5 EcoBlue 95 Zetec 5dr £20,270 £18,767 11.4 114 95 221 80.7 91/22% 1.5 EcoBlue 95 Zetec Nav 5dr £20,620 £19,090 11.4 114 95 221 80.7 91/22% 1.5 EcoBoost 150 Vignale 5dr Auto £27,300 £27,300 8.9 129 150 177 46.3 138/28% 1.5 EcoBoost 182 Vignale 5dr £26,700 £26,700 8.9 138 182 177 51.4 126/26% 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Vignale 5dr £26,400 £26,400 10 122 120 221 76.3 100/24% 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line 5dr £24,010 £22,231 8.5 130 150 273 64.2 115/27% 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line Nav 5dr £24,360 £22,554 8.5 130 150 273 64.2 115/27% 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line X 5dr £26,510 £24,543 8.5 130 150 273 62.8 116/27% 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium 5dr £24,010 £22,231 8.5 130 150 273 64.2 114/26% 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium X 5dr £25,260 £23,387 8.5 130 150 273 64.2 115/27% 2.0 EcoBlue Vignale 5dr £27,910 £27,910 8.5 130 150 273 62.8 116/27%
FOCUS HATCHBACK
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
FIAT TO FORD
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
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Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 41% 41% 41% 42% 42% 43% 42% 40% 40% 41% 41% 42%
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1.0 EcoBoost ST-Line Navigation 5dr 1.0 EcoBoost ST-Line X 3dr 1.0 EcoBoost ST-Line X 5dr 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium 3dr 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium 5dr 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium B+O Play 3dr 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium B+O Play 5dr 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium X 3dr 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium X 5dr 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec 3dr 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec 5dr 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec B+O Play 3dr 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec B+O Play 5dr 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec Navigation 3dr 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec Navigation 5dr 1.0 EcoBoost 140 Vignale 3dr 1.0 EcoBoost 140 Vignale 5dr 1.0 EcoBoost Vignale 3dr 1.0 EcoBoost Vignale 5dr 1.1 Style 3dr 1.1 Style 5dr 1.1 Zetec 3dr 1.1 Zetec 5dr 1.1 Zetec B+O Play 3dr 1.1 Zetec B+O Play 5dr 1.1 Zetec Navigation 3dr 1.1 Zetec Navigation 5dr 1.5 TDCi 120 Active B+O Play 5dr 1.5 TDCi 120 Active B+O Play Nav 5dr 1.5 TDCi 120 Active X 5dr 1.5 TDCi 120 ST-Line 3dr 1.5 TDCi 120 ST-Line 5dr 1.5 TDCi 120 ST-Line Navigation 3dr 1.5 TDCi 120 ST-Line Navigation 5dr 1.5 TDCi 120 ST-Line X 3dr 1.5 TDCi 120 ST-Line X 5dr 1.5 TDCi 120 Titanium 3dr 1.5 TDCi 120 Titanium 5dr 1.5 TDCi 120 Titanium B+O Play 3dr 1.5 TDCi 120 Titanium B+O Play 5dr 1.5 TDCi 120 Titanium X 3dr 1.5 TDCi 120 Titanium X 5dr 1.5 TDCi Active 1 5dr 1.5 TDCi Active 1 Navigation 5dr 1.5 TDCi Style 3dr 1.5 TDCi Style 5dr 1.5 TDCi Zetec 3dr 1.5 TDCi Zetec 5dr 1.5 TDCi Zetec B+O Play 3dr 1.5 TDCi Zetec B+O Play 5dr 1.5 TDCi Zetec Navigation 3dr 1.5 TDCi Zetec Navigation 5dr 1.5 TDCi Vignale 3dr 1.5 TDCi Vignale 5dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-1 3dr ST 1.5 Eco ST-1 Performance Pack 3dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-1 Perf Pa Nav 3dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-1 Navigation 3dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-2 3dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-2 5dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-2 Perfor Pack 3dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-2 Perfor Pack 5dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-2 Perf Pa Nav 3dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-2 Perf Pa Nav 5dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-2 Navigation 3dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-2 Navigation 5dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-3 3dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-3 5dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-3 Perfor Pack 3dr ST 1.5 EcoBoost ST-3 Perfor Pack 5dr
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£18,385 £18,915 £19,585 £17,415 £18,065 £18,165 £18,815 £18,815 £19,465 £15,815 £16,465 £17,015 £17,665 £16,365 £17,015 £20,915 £21,565 £20,615 £21,285 £13,715 £14,365 £15,215 £15,865 £16,415 £17,065 £15,765 £16,415 £20,985 £21,535 £22,335 £18,935 £19,585 £19,485 £20,135 £20,685 £21,335 £19,185 £19,835 £19,935 £20,585 £20,585 £21,235 £19,095 £19,645 £15,815 £16,465 £16,815 £17,465 £18,015 £18,665 £17,365 £18,015 £21,885 £22,535 £19,245 £20,095 £20,645 £19,795 £20,245 £20,895 £21,095 £21,745 £21,645 £22,295 £20,795 £21,445 £21,995 £22,645 £22,845 £23,495
£16,749 £17,098 £17,717 £15,852 £16,452 £16,544 £17,144 £17,098 £17,697 £14,607 £15,206 £15,483 £16,083 £14,884 £15,483 £19,082 £19,682 £18,804 £19,424 £12,907 £13,518 £14,055 £14,654 £14,931 £15,531 £14,332 £14,931 £19,381 £19,658 £20,396 £17,487 £18,086 £17,763 £18,363 £18,732 £19,332 £17,487 £18,086 £18,178 £18,778 £18,732 £19,332 £17,634 £17,911 £14,880 £15,491 £15,529 £16,129 £16,406 £17,005 £15,806 £16,406 £19,977 £20,577 £18,060 £18,867 £19,152 £18,345 £19,010 £19,627 £19,817 £20,435 £20,102 £20,720 £19,295 £19,912 £20,435 £21,052 £21,242 £21,860
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10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 9 9 10 10 14.9 14.9 13.8 13.8 13.8 13.8 13.8 13.8 9.2 9.2 9.2 8.9 9.2 8.9 9.2 8.9 9.2 8.9 9.2 8.9 9.2 8.9 9.2 12.6 12.6 12.6 12.4 12.6 12.4 12.6 12.4 12.6 12.4 8.9 9.2 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5
113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 125 125 121 121 99 99 105 105 105 105 105 105 118 118 118 121 121 121 121 121 121 121 121 121 121 121 121 105 105 108 108 108 108 108 108 108 108 121 121 144 144 144 144 144 144 144 144 144 144 144 144 144 144 144 144
100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 140 140 125 125 70 70 85 85 85 85 85 85 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 85 120 120 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200 200
125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 125 133 133 125 125 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 80 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 199 159 159 159 159 159 159 159 159 159 159 199 199 214 214 214 214 214 214 214 214 214 214 214 214 214 214 214 214
57.7 58.9 57.7 60.1 58.9 60.1 58.9 60.1 58.9 60.1 58.9 60.1 58.9 60.1 58.9 57.7 55.4 60.1 57.7 55.4 55.4 55.4 55.4 55.4 55.4 55.4 55.4 64.2 64.2 64.2 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 67.3 67.3 67.3 67.3 67.3 67.3 70.6 70.6 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3 65.7 65.7 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1
111/23% 108/22% 111/23% 106/22% 110/23% 106/22% 110/23% 106/22% 110/23% 106/22% 110/23% 106/22% 110/23% 106/22% 110/23% 112/23% 115/24% 107/22% 111/23% 115/24% 115/24% 114/23% 114/23% 114/23% 114/23% 114/23% 114/23% 112/26% 112/26% 112/26% 109/25% 109/25% 109/25% 109/25% 109/25% 109/25% 107/25% 107/25% 107/25% 107/25% 107/25% 107/25% 103/24% 103/24% 96/23% 96/23% 96/23% 96/23% 96/23% 96/23% 96/23% 96/23% 109/25% 109/25% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28% 136/28%
41.57 41.91 42.9 40.51 41.51 42.34 43.33 42.84 43.84 38.58 39.57 40.22 41.21 38.8 39.79 46.6 47.6 45.9 46.9 36.37 37.36 37.69 38.68 39.33 40.33 37.91 38.91 41.55 42.54 41.77 42.77 43.11 44.11 41.85 42.84 43.67 44.67 44.17 45.17 38.33 39.33 38.84 39.84 40.48 41.48 39.06 40.06 -
40% 40% 41% 40% 40% 39% 39% 40% 40% 40% 41% 39% 40% 39% 40% 41% 41% 40% 41% 41% 42% 40% 41% 39% 40% 40% 41% 40% 40% 38% 39% 39% 39% 39% 39% 39% 38% 39% 38% 38% 38% 39% 39% 38% 38% 39% 38% 39% 37% 38% 38% 38% 39% 40% 47% 46% 46% 46% 47% 47% 46% 47% 46% 46% 46% 46% 46% 46% 46% 46%
10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 10E 15E 15E 13E 13E 2E 2E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 5E 14E 14E 14E 14E 14E 14E 14E 15E 15E 14E 14E 14E 14E 15E 15E 9E 9E 8E 8E 8E 8E 9E 9E 8E 8E 15E 15E 28E 28E 28E 28E 28E 28E 28E 28E 28E 28E 28E 28E 28E 28E 28E 28E
MONDEO HATCHBACK
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£21,230 £19,050 £19,650 £26,550 £23,150 £23,500 £27,000 £23,150 £24,400 £26,400 £23,620 £23,970 £26,120 £22,260 £22,860 £23,600 £24,870 £21,850 £22,200 £20,350 £20,950 £21,350 £21,700 £28,400 £27,800 £27,520 £25,110 £25,460 £27,590 £25,110 £26,360 £28,990
£19,760 £17,734 £18,292 £26,550 £21,547 £21,872 £25,130 £21,547 £22,709 £24,569 £21,984 £22,309 £24,309 £20,722 £21,280 £21,964 £23,146 £20,336 £20,662 £18,941 £19,499 £19,871 £20,197 £28,400 £27,800 £27,520 £23,372 £23,698 £25,679 £23,372 £24,535 £28,990
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10.3 13.9 13.9 10.3 9 9 9.1 9 9 8.5 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.5 10.5 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3 11.8 11.8 11.8 11.8 9.1 8.5 10.3 8.7 8.7 8.7 8.7 8.7 8.7
123 109 109 123 129 129 128 129 129 137 120 120 120 119 119 120 120 120 120 112 112 112 112 128 137 120 129 129 129 129 129 129
125 85 85 125 150 150 150 150 150 182 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 95 95 95 95 150 182 120 150 150 150 150 150 150
125 125 125 125 177 177 177 177 177 177 221 221 221 221 221 221 221 221 221 221 221 221 221 177 177 221 273 273 273 273 273 273
58.9 57.6 57.6 55.4 50.4 50.4 45.6 51.4 50.4 49.6 74.3 74.3 72.4 62.8 62.8 76.3 74.3 76.3 76.3 78.5 78.5 78.5 78.5 45.6 49.6 72.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 62.8 61.4 61.4
108/22% 111/23% 111/23% 115/24% 127/26% 127/26% 138/28% 125/26% 127/26% 129/26% 101/24% 101/24% 104/24% 117/27% 117/27% 98/23% 101/24% 98/23% 98/23% 96/23% 96/23% 96/23% 96/23% 138/28% 129/26% 104/24% 118/27% 118/27% 119/27% 117/27% 118/27% 119/27%
£77/£154 £72/£144 £75/£149 £105/£211 £99/£199 £101/£202 £125/£250 £99/£199 £105/£210 £113/£227 £94/£187 £95/£190 £104/£207 £99/£198 £102/£203 £90/£179 £99/£197 £83/£166 £84/£169 £77/£155 £80/£159 £81/£162 £82/£165 £131/£263 £120/£239 £109/£218 £112/£224 £113/£227 £123/£246 £112/£224 £117/£235 £129/£259
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42% 40% 40% 41% 43% 43% 42% 41% 41% 42% 40% 40% 40% 38% 38% 38% 38% 39% 40% 38% 38% 38% 39% 41% 41% 39% 39% 39% 39% 38% 37% 38%
15E 8E 8E 18E 19E 19E 19E 19E 19E 17E 17E 17E 18E 16E 16E 17E 17E 17E 17E 15E 15E 15E 15E 21E 18E 20E 20E 20E 21E 20E 21E 23E
VERDICT Spacious, comfortable, re ined and well equipped. Pity the interior isn't plusher Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4867mm W 2121mm H 1501mm Boot 500litres 1.5 EcoBoost 165 ST-Line 5dr £23,695 £21,559 9.3 135 165 1.5 EcoBoost 165 ST-Line Edition 5dr £25,995 £23,721 9.3 135 165 1.5 EcoBoost 165 Titanium Edition 5dr £24,895 £22,937 9.3 135 1.5 EcoBoost 165 Zetec Edition 5dr £22,795 £20,963 9.3 135 165 2.0 TDCi 180 ST-Line 5dr !!!!! £25,845 £23,580 318.59 8.4 137 180 2.0 TDCi 180 ST-Line Edition 5dr £28,145 £25,742 8.4 137 180 2.0 TDCi 180 Titanium Edition 5dr £27,045 £24,958 8.4 137 180 2.0 TDCi Econetic Titanium Edition £26,045 £23,999 9.5 130 150 2.0 TDCi Econetic Zetec Edition 5dr £24,045 £22,119 9.5 130 150 2.0 TDCi ST-Line 5dr !!!!! £25,095 £22,875 312.4 9.4 130 150 2.0 TDCi ST-Line Edition 5dr £27,395 £25,037 9.4 130 150 2.0 TDCi ST-Line Edition [Lux] 5dr £28,045 £25,648 9.4 130 150 2.0 TDCi Titanium Edition 5dr £26,295 £24,253 9.4 130 150
MONDEO ESTATE
165 295 295 295 258 258 258 258 258 258
42.8 42.8 42.8 55.4 55.4 55.4 57.7 57.7 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5
152/31% £120/£239 43% 152/31% £131/£263 43% 42.8 152/31% £126/£251 152/31% £115/£230 41% 134/30% £126/£253 51.79 41% 134/30% £138/£276 42% 134/30% £132/£265 42% 125/29% £125/£249 42% 125/29% £115/£230 39% 132/30% £123/£245 50.77 41% 132/30% £134/£268 41% 132/30% £137/£275 41% 132/30% £129/£257 42%
22E 22E 44%25E 26E 25E 22E 21E 23E 22E 23E 23E
VERDICT The Mondeo is spacious and good to drive. It's just a shame it feels cheap inside and has a mediocre infotainment system Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4871mm W 2121mm H 1482mm Boot 541litres 2.0 Hybrid Titanium Edition 4dr Auto £26,395 £26,395 9.2 116 187 128 58.9 108/0% -/41% 27E 2.0 Hybrid Vignale 4dr Auto !!!!! £29,345 £27,098 401.16 9.2 116 187 128 58.9 108/0% -/61.17 40% 29E 1.5 EcoBoost 165 ST-Line 5dr £21,895 £19,848 9.2 138 165 179 42.8 150/31% £112/£224 43% 22E 1.5 EcoBoost 165 ST-Line Edition 5dr £24,195 £22,010 9.2 138 165 179 42.8 150/31% £124/£247 43% 22E 1.5 EcoBoost 165 Titanium Edition 5dr £23,095 £21,226 9.2 138 165 179 42.8 150/31% £118/£236 44%1.5 EcoBoost 165 Zetec Edition 5dr £20,995 £19,252 9.2 138 165 179 42.8 150/31% £107/£214 41% 2.0 TDCi 180 ST-Line 5dr !!!!! £24,345 £22,170 298.59 8.3 140 180 295 55.4 132/30% £119/£238 49.24 41% 25E 2.0 TDCi 180 ST-Line Edition 5dr £26,645 £24,332 8.3 140 180 295 55.4 132/30% £130/£261 42% 26E 1.5 EcoBoost 165 ST-Line Edition Lux £24,845 £22,621 9.2 138 165 179 42.8 150/31% £127/£254 44% 22E 2.0 TDCi 180 Titanium Edition 5dr £25,545 £23,548 8.3 140 180 295 55.4 132/30% £125/£250 42% 25E 2.0 TDCi Econetic Titanium Edition £24,545 £22,589 9.4 134 150 258 58.9 124/28% £113/£227 42% 22E 2.0 TDCi Econetic Zetec Edition 5dr £22,545 £20,709 9.4 134 150 258 58.9 124/28% £104/£208 39% 21E 2.0 TDCi ST-Line 5dr !!!!! £23,295 £21,164 292.39 9.3 134 150 258 56.5 130/30% £115/£230 48.03 41% 23E 2.0 TDCi ST-Line Edition 5dr £25,595 £23,326 9.3 134 150 258 56.5 130/30% £127/£253 41% 22E 2.0 TDCi ST-Line Edition [Lux] 5dr £26,245 £23,937 9.3 134 150 258 56.5 130/30% £130/£260 42% 23E 2.0 TDCi Titanium Edition 5dr £24,495 £22,542 9.3 134 150 258 56.5 130/30% £121/£242 42% 23E 2.0 TDCi Titanium Edition 5dr AWD £27,145 £25,071 10.3 134 150 273 47.1 156/35% £153/£306 40% 23E 2.0 TDCi Zetec Edition 5dr £22,395 £20,568 9.3 134 150 272 56.5 130/30% £111/£221 39% 22E 2.0 TDCi Zetec Edition 5dr AWD £24,495 £22,580 10.3 134 150 273 47.1 156/35% £138/£276 38% 22E 2.0 TDCi 180 Vignale 5dr !!!!! £28,945 £26,494 359.9 8.3 140 180 295 55.4 132/30% £142/£284 57.14 41% 27E 2.0 TDCi Vignale 5dr !!!!! £27,895 £25,488 353.32 9.3 134 150 258 56.5 130/30% £138/£276 55.89 40% 25E
1.0 EcoBoost 125 Zetec Nav 5dr 1.0 EcoBoost 85 Style 5dr 1.0 EcoBoost 85 Style Nav 5dr 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Vignale 5dr 1.5 EcoBoost 150 ST-Line 5dr 1.5 EcoBoost 150 ST-Line Nav 5dr 1.5 EcoBoost 150 ST-Line X 5dr Auto 1.5 EcoBoost 150 Titanium 5dr 1.5 EcoBoost 150 Titanium X 5dr 1.5 EcoBoost 182 ST-Line X 5dr 1.5 EcoBlue 120 ST-Line 5dr 1.5 EcoBlue 120 ST-Line Nav 5dr 1.5 EcoBlue 120 ST-Line X 5dr 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Style 5dr Auto 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Style Nav 5dr Auto 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Titanium 5dr 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Titanium X 5dr 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Zetec 5dr 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Zetec Nav 5dr 1.5 EcoBlue 95 Style 5dr 1.5 EcoBlue 95 Style Nav 5dr 1.5 EcoBlue 95 Zetec 5dr 1.5 EcoBlue 95 Zetec Nav 5dr 1.5 EcoBoost 150 Vignale 5dr Auto 1.5 EcoBoost 182 Vignale 5dr 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Vignale 5dr 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line 5dr 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line Nav 5dr 2.0 EcoBlue ST-Line X 5dr 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium 5dr 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium X 5dr 2.0 EcoBlue Vignale 5dr
A TO Z FIAT TO FORD
£70/£139 £69/£137 £74/£149 £63/£126 £69/£137 £66/£132 £71/£143 £68/£137 £74/£148 £57/£115 £62/£125 £62/£123 £67/£134 £59/£119 £64/£129 £79/£159 £85/£171 £75/£150 £81/£162 £54/£108 £57/£113 £58/£115 £60/£120 £62/£124 £65/£129 £60/£119 £62/£124 £90/£180 £92/£184 £96/£191 £78/£156 £81/£161 £80/£161 £83/£166 £85/£171 £88/£176 £79/£158 £82/£164 £82/£164 £85/£170 £85/£170 £88/£175 £76/£151 £78/£155 £60/£120 £62/£125 £64/£127 £66/£132 £68/£137 £71/£142 £66/£132 £68/£137 £90/£181 £93/£186 £89/£177 £93/£185 £95/£190 £91/£182 £93/£187 £96/£193 £97/£195 £100/£201 £100/£200 £103/£206 £96/£192 £99/£198 £101/£203 £105/£209 £105/£211 £108/£217
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2.0 TDCi Titanium Edition 5dr AWD 2.0 TDCi Zetec Edition 5dr 2.0 TDCi Zetec Edition 5dr AWD 2.0 TDCi 150 Vignale 5dr 2.0 TDCi Vignale 5dr
Price on the road
£28,095 £24,195 £25,995 £29,695 £30,445
Target Price 020 8267 4138
£25,964 £22,279 £23,990 £27,199 £27,904
Contract hire per month
374.02 394.4
0-62mph (sec) 10.5 9.4 10.5 9.4 8.4
Max speed (mph) 130 130 130 130 137
Power (ps) 150 150 150 150 180
Torque (lb/ft) 273 272 273 258 295
47.1 56.5 47.1 56.5 55.4
Gov’t MPG True MPG
20% / 40%
Monthly company car tax bill
119/24% 119/24% 120/25% 120/25% 119/24% 120/25% 120/25% 121/25% 121/25% 113/26% 125/29% 113/26% 125/29% 110/26% 110/26% 111/26% 111/26%
£82/£164 £79/£158 £74/£148 £75/£150 £84/£167 £83/£166 £80/£159 £71/£142 £72/£145 £96/£191 £112/£224 £92/£184 £108/£216 £93/£185 £89/£178 £81/£161 £82/£164
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156/35% £159/£318 132/30% £118/£236 156/35% £147/£293 132/30% £146/£291 58.72 134/30% £149/£299 61.48
Cost per mile
VERDICT The Kuga is competitive in some areas, but there are a number of better options for the money, notably the excellent Mazda CX 5 Doors 5 Seats 5 L mm W 2086mm H 1701mm Boot litres 1.5 EcoBoost 120 Zetec 5dr 2WD !!!!! £22,910 £20,369 269.33 12.6 112 120 177 40.4 160/33% £123/£246 47.65 1.5 EcoBoost 176 Titanium 5dr Auto £31,285 £27,912 11.4 122 176 177 31 209/37% £185/£370 1.5 EcoBoost 176 Titanium X 5dr Auto £34,085 £30,523 11.4 122 176 177 31 208/37% £202/£404 1.5 EcoBoost 176 Zetec 5dr Auto £28,835 £25,628 11.4 122 176 177 31 209/37% £170/£340 1.5 EcoBoost ST-Line 5dr 2WD !!!!! £28,060 £25,671 329.16 9.7 121 150 177 39.2 164/33% £151/£302 55.25 1.5 EcoBoost ST-Line X 5dr 2WD !!!!! £30,060 £27,221 9.7 121 150 177 39.8 160/33% £162/£324 1.5 EcoBoost Titanium 5dr 2WD !!!!! £26,460 £23,679 311.63 9.7 121 150 177 39.2 164/33% £142/£285 53.03 1.5 EcoBoost Titanium X 5dr 2WD !!!!! £29,260 £26,290 344.73 9.7 121 150 177 39.2 164/33% £158/£316 55.94 1.5 EcoBoost Zetec 5dr 2WD !!!!! £24,010 £21,394 280.73 9.7 121 150 177 39.2 164/33% £129/£258 49.1 1.5 EcoBoost 176 Vignale 5dr Auto £35,985 £32,295 11.4 122 176 177 31 208/37% £214/£428 1.5 EcoBoost 176 ST-Line 5dr Auto £32,885 £29,904 11.4 122 176 177 31 208/37% £195/£390 1.5 EcoBoost 176 ST-Line X 5dr Auto £34,885 £31,769 11.4 122 176 177 31.4 205/37% £207/£414 1.5 TDCi ST-Line 5dr 2WD !!!!! £29,050 £25,779 322.95 12.7 108 120 199 54.3 137/31% £147/£294 50.9 1.5 TDCi ST-Line X 5dr 2WD !!!!! £31,050 £27,644 12.7 108 120 199 54.3 136/31% £158/£315 1.5 TDCi Titanium 5dr 2WD !!!!! £27,450 £23,787 307.59 12.7 108 120 199 54.3 137/31% £139/£278 48.93 1.5 TDCi Titanium X 5dr 2WD !!!!! £30,250 £26,398 322.19 12.7 108 120 199 54.3 137/31% £153/£307 49.84 1.5 TDCi Zetec 5dr 2WD !!!!! £25,000 £21,503 275.11 12.7 108 120 199 54.3 137/31% £126/£252 44.84 1.5 TDCi 120 Vignale 5dr 2WD !!!!! £32,150 £28,170 12.7 108 120 199 54.3 137/31% £163/£326 2.0 TDCi 180 ST-Line 5dr !!!!! £32,385 £28,938 361.48 9.2 126 180 295 40.9 181/37% £192/£383 57.31 2.0 TDCi 180 ST-Line X 5dr !!!!! £33,975 £30,393 9.2 126 180 295 46.3 162/36% £199/£397 2.0 TDCi 180 Titanium 5dr !!!!! £30,785 £26,946 340.69 9.2 126 180 295 39.2 189/37% £182/£364 54.73 2.0 TDCi 180 Titanium X 5dr !!!!! £33,585 £29,557 360.89 9.2 126 180 295 40.9 181/37% £199/£398 56.29 2.0 TDCi ST-Line 5dr 2WD !!!!! £30,115 £26,794 339.38 10.1 121 150 273 48.7 151/34% £166/£331 53.52 2.0 TDCi ST-Line 5dr Auto 2WD £31,015 £27,633 13.4 112 120 229 45.6 164/36% £181/£362 2.0 TDCi ST-Line X 5dr 2WD !!!!! £31,800 £28,344 10.1 121 150 273 51.4 144/32% £167/£333 2.0 TDCi ST-Line X 5dr Auto 2WD £33,015 £29,498 13.4 112 120 229 45.6 164/36% £193/£386 2.0 TDCi Titanium 5dr 2WD !!!!! £28,515 £24,802 319.02 10.1 121 150 273 47.9 154/34% £157/£313 50.98 2.0 TDCi Titanium 5dr Auto 2WD £29,415 £25,641 13.4 112 120 229 45.6 164/36% £171/£342 2.0 TDCi Titanium X 5dr 2WD !!!!! £31,315 £27,413 338.62 10.1 121 150 273 48.7 151/34% £172/£345 52.46 2.0 TDCi Titanium X 5dr Auto 2WD £32,215 £28,252 13.4 112 120 229 45.6 164/36% £188/£376 2.0 TDCi Zetec 5dr !!!!! £27,425 £23,785 307.65 9.9 119 150 273 45.6 164/36% £159/£319 50.52 2.0 TDCi Zetec 5dr Auto 2WD £26,965 £23,356 13.4 112 120 229 45.6 164/36% £157/£313 2.0 TDCi 120 Vignale 5dr 2WD Auto £34,115 £30,024 13.4 112 120 229 45.6 164/36% £199/£399 2.0 TDCi 180 Vignale 5dr !!!!! £35,485 £31,329 408.23 9.2 126 180 295 40.9 181/37% £211/£422 63.26 2.0 TDCi Vignale 5dr 2WD !!!!! £33,215 £29,184 388.31 10.1 121 150 273 48.7 151/34% £183/£366 59.7
KUGA SUV
VERDICT You might fall for the Ecosport’s chunky looks, but it’s disappointing to drive and stingy with space Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4096mm W 2057mm H 1653mm Boot 356litres 1.0 EcoBoost 125 ST-Line 5dr £20,745 £19,054 11 111 125 125 53.3 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium 5dr £19,945 £18,320 11 111 125 125 53.3 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Zetec 5dr £17,945 £16,485 11 111 125 125 53.3 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Zetec Navigation £18,245 £16,760 11 111 125 125 53.3 1.0 EcoBoost 140 ST-Line 5dr £21,145 £19,421 11.8 115 140 133 53.3 1.0 EcoBoost ST-Line 5dr £20,095 £18,457 11.9 105 100 125 53.3 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium 5dr £19,295 £17,723 11.9 105 100 125 53.3 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec 5dr £17,295 £15,888 11.9 105 100 125 53.3 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec Navigation 5dr £17,595 £16,164 11.9 105 100 125 53.3 1.5 EcoBlue 125 ST-Line 5dr £22,300 £20,484 10.7 113 125 221 64.2 1.5 EcoBlue 125 ST-Line 5dr AWD £23,450 £21,539 11.3 112 125 221 58.9 1.5 EcoBlue 125 Titanium 5dr !!!!! £21,500 £19,750 10.7 113 125 221 64.2 1.5 EcoBlue 125 Titanium 5dr AWD £22,650 £20,805 11.3 112 125 221 58.9 1.5 EcoBlue ST-Line 5dr £21,595 13.6 105 100 159 67.3 1.5 EcoBlue Titanium 5dr £20,795 13.6 105 100 159 67.3 1.5 EcoBlue Zetec 5dr £18,835 13.6 105 100 159 67.3 1.5 EcoBlue Zetec Navigation 5dr £19,135 13.6 105 100 159 67.3
ECOSPORT SUV
VERDICT
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 40% 40% 39% 38% 42% 42% 41% 41% 40% 41% 41% 40% 39% 38% 37% 37% 36% 38% 40% 39% 39% 38% 39% 39% 38% 38% 37% 37% 37% 37% 37% 36% 38% 39% 38%
43% 41% 40% 40% 43% 43% 41% 40% 40% 39% 38% 37% 37% 39% 37% 35% 35%
41% 39% 39% 40% 41%
Insurance group 14E 23E 21E 20E 20E 21E 20E 21E 19E 23E 22E 22E 16E 16E 15E 17E 15E 17E 25E 25E 24E 26E 22E 20E 22E 21E 22E 20E 23E 21E 21E 19E 22E 26E 24E
12E 12E 12E 12E 14E 13E 13E 12E 12E 17E 16E 17E 16E -
23E 22E 22E 25E 27E
FORD TO HYUNDAI
GALAXY MPV
KEY INFO
VERDICT !!!!! £27,600 £24,162 !!!!! £35,390 £30,784
298.74 377.07
Contract hire per month
0-62mph (sec)
Max speed (mph) Power (ps) 258 258 258 258 258 258 229 229
55.4 46.3 55.4 55.4 55.4 55.4
259 56.5 295 56.5
Torque (lb/ft)
20% / 40%
149/30% 149/30% 149/30% 149/30% 133/30% 155/35% 133/30% 133/30% 133/30% 140/32% 133/30% 133/30% 159/35% 158/35% 135/31% 135/31%
£157/£313 £172/£344 £144/£289 £146/£292 £165/£329 £200/£400 £180/£360 £157/£313 £158/£317 £178/£356 £169/£339 £185/£370 £232/£465 £231/£463 £159/£318 £161/£321
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139/31% £140/£279 50.16 129/29% £170/£340 61.61
41% 41% 41% 41% 37% 37% 37% 36% 36% 35% 37% 37% 36% 37% 35% 35%
39% 41%
199 199 199 184
61.4 61.4 60.1 58.9
119/27% £105/£209 51.89 119/27% £98/£197 50.1 122/28% £111/£222 124/28% £98/£195 48.84
VERDICT As roomy and versatile as bigger cars. Ride and re inement disappoint Doors Seats L mm W mm H mm Boot litres 1.3 i-VTEC EX 5dr £17,240 £16,135 11.5 118 1.3 i-VTEC EX Navi 5dr £17,850 £16,704 11.5 118 1.3 i-VTEC S 5dr £14,240 £13,338 11.2 118 1.3 i-VTEC SE 5dr !!!!! £15,740 £14,737 11.3 118 1.3 i-VTEC SE Navi 5dr £16,350 £15,305 11.3 118 1.5 i-VTEC Sport 5dr £17,280 £16,175 8.7 118 1.5 i-VTEC Sport Navi 5dr £17,890 £16,744 8.7 118
HONDA whatcar.com/honda JAZZ HATCHBACK
MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE
102 102 102 102 102 130 130
91 91 91 91 91 114 114
54.3 54.3 55.4 55.4 55.4 47.9 47.9
119/24% 119/24% 117/24% 117/24% 117/24% 134/27% 134/27%
£68/£136 £71/£141 £56/£112 £62/£124 £65/£129 £77/£153 £79/£159
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120 120 120 100
VERDICT Although the Mustang Convertible has plenty of power and looks great, it’s expensive to run and doesn’t handle that well Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4784mm W 2080mm H 1394mm Boot litres 2.3 EcoBoost 2dr !!!!! £40,545 £40,545 290 325 31 200/37% £242/£484 5.0 V8 GT 2dr !!!!! £45,645 £45,645 450 389 22.1 285/37% £268/£537
106 106 106 101
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12.6 12.6 12.7 13.3
VERDICT The Mustang is a laugh to drive and looks great, but there are much more polished and precise-feeling rivals Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4784mm W 2080mm H 1381mm Boot litres 2.3 EcoBoost 2dr !!!!! £37,045 £37,045 290 325 31.3 199/37% £221/£441 5.0 V8 GT 2dr !!!!! £42,145 £42,145 450 389 22.8 277/37% £247/£494 5.0 V8 Bullitt 2dr £47,545 £47,545 459 390 22.8 277/37% £280/£560
MUSTANG FASTBACK COUPE
GRAND TOURNEO CONNECT MPV
44% 43% 45% 44% 43% 45% 44%
50% 50%
55% 54% 54%
45% 42% 46% 42%
165 165 165 165 150 150 150 150 150 150 190 190 190 240 120 120
120 180
Monthly company car tax bill
VERDICT Seven-seat version of the above Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4818mm W 2137mm H 1840mm Boot 1287litres 1.5 TDCi 120 Titanium 5dr !!!!! £23,515 £22,005 328.95 1.5 TDCi 120 Zetec 5dr !!!!! £22,115 £20,696 315.02 1.5 TDCi Titanium 5dr £23,990 £23,990 1.5 TDCi Zetec 5dr !!!!! £21,165 £19,808 302.1
123 123 122 114
114 131
Cost per mile
43% 43% 42% 42% 40% 42% 41% 43% 41%
10.7 10.7 10.9 9.6 9.6 10 8.7 12.6
12.5 9.7
RUNNING COSTS
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles
VERDICT Very cheap to buy and very roomy inside, but rival MPVs do a better job in pretty much every other respect Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4418mm W 2137mm H 1852mm Boot 1029litres 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium 5dr £19,475 £19,475 14 103 100 125 50.4 129/26% £83/£167 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Titanium 5dr £22,370 £22,370 12.7 106 120 199 62.8 118/27% £100/£199 1.5 EcoBlue 120 Zetec 5dr £21,150 £21,150 12.7 106 120 199 62.8 118/27% £94/£188 1.5 EcoBlue Titanium 5dr £22,140 £22,140 13.4 102 100 177 62.8 118/27% £99/£197 1.5 EcoBlue Zetec 5dr £21,100 £21,100 13.4 102 100 177 62.8 118/27% £94/£188 1.5 TDCi 120 Titanium 5dr !!!!! £21,265 £19,901 308.14 12.6 106 120 199 61.4 119/27% £95/£189 49.24 1.5 TDCi 120 Zetec 5dr !!!!! £19,865 £18,592 294.22 12.6 106 120 199 61.4 119/27% £88/£176 47.45 1.5 TDCi Titanium 5dr !!!!! £20,315 £19,013 295.21 13.3 101 100 184 58.9 124/28% £94/£187 47.98 1.5 TDCi Zetec 5dr !!!!! £18,915 £17,704 281.29 13.3 101 100 184 58.9 124/28% £87/£174 46.18
TOURNEO CONNECT MPV
VERDICT A brilliant, large MPV that requires little compromise Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4848mm W 2137mm H 1747mm Boot 700litres 1.5 EcoBoost 165 Titanium 5dr £31,585 1.5 EcoBoost 165 Titanium X 5dr £34,685 1.5 EcoBoost 165 Zetec 5dr £29,135 1.5 EcoBoost 165 Zetec 5dr [Nav] £29,485 2.0 EcoBlue 150 Titanium 5dr £33,495 £28,957 2.0 EcoBlue 150 Titanium 5dr AWD £35,195 £30,566 2.0 EcoBlue 150 Titanium X 5dr £36,545 £31,808 2.0 EcoBlue 150 Zetec 5dr £31,895 £27,461 2.0 EcoBlue 150 Zetec 5dr [Nav] £32,245 £27,788 2.0 EcoBlue 150 Zetec 5dr Auto [Nav] £33,895 £29,331 2.0 EcoBlue 190 Titanium 5dr £34,445 £29,845 2.0 EcoBlue 190 Titanium X 5dr £37,545 £32,743 2.0 EcoBlue 190 Titanium X Aut AWD £40,695 £35,709 2.0 EcoBlue 240 Titanium X 5dr Auto £40,545 £35,569 2.0 EcoBlue Zetec 5dr !!!!! £31,295 £26,900 2.0 EcoBlue Zetec 5dr [Nav] £31,645 £27,227 -
2.0 TDCi Zetec 5dr 2.0 TDCi Vignale 5dr
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
FORD TO HYUNDAI
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z FORD TO HYUNDAI
13E 13E 13E 13E 13E 19A 19A
45E 47E
42E 45E 45E
9E 10E 7E
6E 11E 10E 9E 8E 9E 10E 5E 7E
23E 23E 23E 21E 21E 21E 26E 26E 27E 31E 19E 19E
16E 27E
Insurance group
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177 177 254 254 273 273 273 295 295 295 369 251 295 295 369 273 273 273
43.5 43.5 35.8 35.8 56.5 50.4 56.5 54.3 47.1 56.5 47.1 55.4 55.4 48.7 47.9 56.5 52.3 56.5
59.82 57.78 78.29 53.12 57.75 51.2
20E 19E 30E 29E 24E 24E 23E 27E 28E 27E 32E 20E 29E 30E 34E 20E 20E 20E
18E 18E 16E 16E 13E 13E 13E 13E 16E 16E 17E 17E 19E 19E 17E 17E
17E 17E 13E 13E 16E 16E 14E 14E 14E 14E 17E 17E 19E 19E 17E 17E
27E 26E 30E
CR V SUV
114 114 114 114 114 114 114 114 221 221 221 221 221
50.4 49.6 52.3 49.6 49.6 49.6 52.3 49.6 68.9 68.9 70.6 68.9 68.9
134/27% £111/£223 134/27% £113/£225 125/26% £114/£228 125/26% £113/£225 134/27% £96/£193 130/27% £88/£176 125/26% £98/£196 134/27% £99/£198 108/25% £111/£222 108/25% £112/£224 104/24% £84/£169 108/25% £97/£194 108/25% £100/£199
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45.32 45.96 41.73 42.49 42.35 44.09 37.33 40.5 41.12
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VERDICT If you're looking for a practical city car, this is the best in the business Doors 5 Seats 4 L 3665mm W 1943mm H 1500mm Boot 252litres 1.0 Blue Drive SE [4 Seat] 5dr £11,325 £10,612 169.82 14.9 1.0 Go SE 5dr £11,590 £10,795 14.7 1.0 Premium 5dr £12,225 £11,454 163.36 14.7 1.0 S 5dr £9,795 £9,095 148.39 14.7 1.0 SE 5dr !!!!! £11,095 £10,300 158.5 14.7 1.3 1.2 Premium 5dr !!!!! £12,725 £11,920 169.37 12.1 1.3 1.2 Premium SE 5dr !!!!! £13,675 £12,806 180.74 12.1 1.3 1.2 SE 5dr !!!!! £11,595 £10,867 164.51 12.1
HYUNDAI whatcar.com/hyundai I10 HATCHBACK 96 97 97 97 97 109 109 109
66 66 66 66 66 87 87 87
70 70 70 70 70 89 89 89
70.6 60.1 60.1 60.1 60.1 57.6 57.6 57.6
93/19% 117/24% 117/24% 117/24% 117/24% 125/26% 125/26% 125/26%
£35/£71 £46/£91 £48/£96 £38/£77 £44/£87 £54/£108 £58/£117 £49/£99
30.34 30.91 28.95 30.26 32.09 33.61 31.45
VERDICT The NSX has some impressive hybrid technology, but it isn’t the most thrilling, efficient or exquisitely made supercar you can buy Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4487mm W 2217mm H 1204mm Boot litres 3.5 V6 Hybrid 2dr Auto !!!!! £144,825 £144,825 191 581 476 28.3 228/0% -/-
NSX COUPE
VERDICT The CR V is okay, rather than outstanding, to drive. Five-seat models are very practical, but the seven-seater disappoints Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4600mm W 2117mm H 1689mm Boot 561litres 1.5 VTEC Turbo EX 5dr £34,455 9.8 129 173 162 42.8 151/31% £175/£350 1.5 VTEC Turbo S 5dr 2WD !!!!! £25,995 9.3 130 173 162 44.8 143/29% £124/£249 1.5 VTEC Turbo SE 5dr £29,265 9.8 129 173 162 42.8 151/31% £148/£297 1.5 VTEC Turbo SE 5dr 2WD £27,855 9.3 130 173 162 44.8 143/29% £133/£267 1.5 VTEC Turbo SE 5dr [7 Seat] £30,965 9.8 129 173 162 42.8 151/31% £157/£314 1.5 VTEC Turbo SR 5dr £31,745 9.8 129 173 162 42.8 151/31% £161/£322 1.5 VTEC Turbo SR 5dr [7 Seat] £33,445 9.8 129 173 162 42.8 151/31% £170/£340
119 119 116 116 119 119 116 119 119 119 119 119 119
£92/£183 £74/£147 £81/£161 £93/£185 £75/£151 £82/£164
37% 40% 38% 39% 38% 37% 39% 38%
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46% 44% 46% 44% 45% 47% 46%
46% 45% 44% 45% 46% 49% 46% 46% 39% 38% 39% 38% 38%
130 130 130 130 130 130 130 130 120 120 120 120 120
HR V SUV
110/23% 110/23% 110/23% 91/22% 91/22% 91/22%
VERDICT The HR V is competitive, but there are quieter and better-value rivals Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4294mm W 2019mm H 1605mm Boot 453litres 1.5 i-VTEC Black Edition 5dr £25,005 £23,258 10.4 1.5 i-VTEC EX 5dr !!!!! £25,275 £23,509 257.49 10.7 1.5 i-VTEC EX CVT 5dr !!!!! £26,485 £24,628 266.84 11.4 1.5 i-VTEC Black Edition CVT 5dr £26,215 £24,378 10.9 1.5 i-VTEC SE 5dr !!!!! £21,660 £20,156 230.45 10.4 1.5 i-VTEC S 5dr £19,795 10.2 1.5 i-VTEC SE CVT 5dr !!!!! £22,870 £21,275 240.79 10.9 1.5 i-VTEC SE Navi 5dr !!!!! £22,270 £20,722 235.08 10.4 1.6 i-DTEC Black Edition 5dr £26,845 £24,962 10.2 1.6 i-DTEC EX 5dr !!!!! £27,115 £25,213 271.72 10.5 1.6 i-DTEC S 5dr !!!!! £21,305 £19,824 221.54 10 1.6 i-DTEC SE 5dr !!!!! £23,500 £21,860 244.51 10.2 1.6 i-DTEC SE Navi 5dr !!!!! £24,110 £22,425 249.17 10.2
58.9 58.9 58.9 83.1 83.1 83.1
41% 41% 42% 38% 38% 38%
148 148 148 221 221 221
126 126 126 120 120 120
VERDICT Rides more comfortably than the Civic hatchback but is a bit less practical Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4648mm W 2075mm H 1416mm Boot litres 1.0 VTEC Turbo EX 4dr £24,100 £22,124 10.8 130 1.0 VTEC Turbo SE 4dr £19,395 £17,819 10.7 130 1.0 VTEC Turbo SR 4dr £21,240 £19,507 10.7 130 1.6 i-DTEC EX 4dr £25,450 £23,359 10.1 125 1.6 i-DTEC SE 4dr !!!!! £20,745 £19,054 9.9 125 1.6 i-DTEC SR 4dr £22,590 £20,743 10 125
CIVIC 4 DOOR SALOON
45% 41% 45% 46% 42% 43% 41% 41% 37% 41% 42% 55% 55%
CIVIC HATCHBACK VERDICT The Civic is good to drive, has a big boot and comes with lots of standard kit. Shame its infotainment system is so poor Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4518mm W 2076mm H 1434mm Boot 550litres 1.0 VTEC Turbo 126 EX 5dr £23,600 £21,667 11.2 126 126 148 58.9 110/23% £90/£179 1.0 VTEC Turbo 126 S 5dr £18,795 £17,270 10.4 126 126 148 58.9 110/23% £71/£143 1.0 VTEC Turbo 126 SE 5dr £18,895 £17,362 10.8 126 126 148 58.9 110/23% £72/£143 1.0 VTEC Turbo 126 SR 5dr £20,740 £19,050 10.9 126 126 148 58.9 110/23% £79/£158 1.5 VTEC Turbo Prestige 5dr CVT !!!!! £28,590 £26,238 330.28 8.5 182 162 46.3 137/28% £132/£264 54.78 1.5 VTEC Turbo Sport 5dr !!!!! £23,540 £21,613 258.5 8.2 182 177 48.7 128/26% £101/£202 45.1 1.5 VTEC Turbo Sport Plus 5dr !!!!! £26,405 £24,235 301.64 8.3 182 177 48.7 128/26% £114/£227 50.55 1.6 i-DTEC EX 5dr £24,950 £22,902 10.2 125 120 221 80.7 93/22% £91/£182 1.6 i-DTEC S 5dr £20,145 £18,505 9.8 125 120 221 80.7 93/22% £73/£146 1.6 i-DTEC SE 5dr £20,245 £18,597 10 125 120 221 80.7 93/22% £74/£147 1.6 i-DTEC SR 5dr £22,090 £20,285 10.1 125 120 221 80.7 93/22% £80/£161 Type R 2.0 VTEC Turbo 5dr £31,525 £31,300 5.8 169 320 295 36.7 176/36% £184/£368 Type R 2.0 VTEC Turbo GT 5dr £33,525 £33,285 5.8 169 320 295 36.7 176/36% £196/£392 -
A TO Z FORD TO HYUNDAI
-/-/-/149/30% 149/30% 180/37% 180/37% 132/30% 149/33% 132/30% 137/31% 156/35% 132/30% 156/35% 134/30% 134/30% 153/34% 154/34% 139/31% 149/33% 139/31%
-/-/-/£140/£281 £131/£262 £204/£408 £223/£446 £154/£308 £178/£355 £145/£289 £173/£346 £213/£426 £159/£318 £212/£423 £143/£286 £183/£365 £224/£448 £223/£446 £153/£307 £171/£343 £144/£287
45% 44% 44% 43% 39% 38% 38% 40% 38% 39% 39% 37% 40% 38% 39% 41% 40% 40%
S MAX MPV
165 165 165 160 160 240 240 150 150 150 190 190 190 240 120 190 190 240 150 150 150
VERDICT Great to drive, but some rivals are cheaper to run Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4796mm W 2137mm H 1655mm Boot 700litres 1.5 EcoBoost 165 ST-Line 5dr 1.5 EcoBoost 165 Titanium 5dr 1.5 EcoBoost 165 Zetec 5dr 1.5 EcoBoost Titanium 5dr !!!!! £28,350 £24,096 356.58 1.5 EcoBoost Zetec 5dr !!!!! £26,450 £23,065 342.01 2.0 EcoBoost ST-Line 5dr Auto £33,975 £29,408 2.0 EcoBoost Vignale 5dr Auto !!!!! £37,025 £32,358 471.16 2.0 EcoBlue 150 Titanium 5dr £31,395 £26,970 2.0 EcoBlue 150 Titanium 5dr AWD £32,845 £28,329 2.0 EcoBlue 150 Zetec 5dr £29,495 £25,939 2.0 EcoBlue 190 ST-Line 5dr £34,045 £29,454 2.0 EcoBlue 190 ST-Line Auto AWD £37,395 £32,615 2.0 EcoBlue 190 Titanium 5dr £32,395 £27,908 2.0 EcoBlue 240 ST-Line 5dr Auto £37,145 £32,380 2.0 EcoBlue Zetec 5dr £29,145 £25,611 2.0 EcoBlue 190 Vignale 5dr £37,095 £37,095 2.0 EcoBlue 190 Vignale Auto AWD £40,445 £40,445 2.0 EcoBlue 240 Vignale 5dr Auto £40,195 £40,195 2.0 TDCi 150 Titanium 5dr !!!!! £30,250 £25,897 320.5 2.0 TDCi 150 Titanium 5dr AWD !!!!! £31,710 £27,265 349.27 2.0 TDCi 150 Zetec 5dr !!!!! £28,350 £24,865 306.82
GRAND C MAX MPV
124 124 140 140 123 122 123 131 128 131 135 114 131 128 135 123 122 123
35% 36% 36% 36% 34% 35% 35% 35% 34% 34% 30% 31% 31% 32% 29% 29%
VERDICT The seven-seat version of the C Max has commendable ride and handling, but doesn’t do enough in other areas to lead the class Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4519mm W 2067mm H 1642mm Boot 448litres 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium 5dr !!!!! £25,645 £21,543 311.85 11.6 115 125 148 47.1 136/28% £119/£237 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium Navigation !!!!! £25,995 £21,867 312.9 11.6 115 125 148 47.1 136/28% £120/£240 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium X 5dr !!!!! £27,645 £23,393 340.99 11.6 115 125 148 47.1 136/28% £128/£256 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium X Navigati !!!!! £27,995 £23,717 342.04 11.6 115 125 148 47.1 136/28% £129/£259 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Zetec 5dr !!!!! £24,045 £20,563 289.62 11.6 115 125 148 47.9 134/27% £107/£214 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Zetec Navigation !!!!! £24,695 £21,164 295.5 11.6 115 125 148 47.9 134/27% £110/£220 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium 5dr !!!!! £25,145 £21,081 306.92 13.7 107 100 125 47.1 136/28% £116/£232 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium Navigation 5dr !!!!! £25,495 £21,404 307.98 13.7 107 100 125 47.1 136/28% £118/£236 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec 5dr !!!!! £23,545 £20,101 284.7 13.7 107 100 125 47.9 133/27% £105/£210 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec Navigation 5dr !!!!! £24,195 £20,702 290.58 13.7 107 100 125 47.9 133/27% £108/£215 1.5 TDCi Titanium 5dr !!!!! £26,795 £22,630 326.5 12.3 112 120 199 56.5 134/30% £131/£262 1.5 TDCi Titanium Navigation 5dr !!!!! £27,145 £22,954 327.56 12.3 112 120 199 56.5 134/30% £133/£266 1.5 TDCi Titanium X 5dr !!!!! £28,795 £24,480 355.64 12.3 112 120 199 56.5 134/30% £141/£282 1.5 TDCi Titanium X Navigation 5dr !!!!! £29,145 £24,804 356.7 12.3 112 120 199 56.5 134/30% £143/£286 1.5 TDCi Zetec 5dr !!!!! £25,205 £21,659 304.28 12.3 112 120 199 57.7 131/30% £123/£246 1.5 TDCi Zetec Navigation 5dr !!!!! £25,855 £22,261 310.16 12.3 112 120 199 57.7 131/30% £126/£253 -
9.9 9.9 8.4 8.4 10.8 12.1 10.8 9.7 10.5 9.7 8.8 13.4 9.7 10.5 8.8 10.6 11 10.6
37% 38% 37% 38% 37% 37% 37% 38% 37% 37% 30% 30% 31% 32% 29% 29%
£108/£215 £109/£218 £116/£232 £118/£235 £96/£193 £99/£198 £105/£210 £107/£214 £94/£188 £97/£194 £120/£239 £121/£243 £129/£258 £130/£261 £112/£223 577.78 £115/£229 -
131/27% 131/27% 131/27% 131/27% 129/26% 129/26% 130/27% 130/27% 127/26% 127/26% 127/29% 127/29% 127/29% 127/29% 125/29% 125/29%
VERDICT The C Max isn’t the most practical, nor the best-value, in this class, but it is the most fun to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4379mm W 2067mm H 1610mm Boot 432litres 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium 5dr !!!!! £24,145 £20,156 296.31 11 116 125 148 48.7 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium Navigation !!!!! £24,495 £20,479 297.37 11 116 125 148 48.7 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium X 5dr !!!!! £26,045 £21,913 325.45 11 116 125 148 48.7 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Titanium X Navigati !!!!! £26,395 £22,237 326.51 11 116 125 148 48.7 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Zetec 5dr !!!!! £22,445 £19,080 274.08 11 116 125 148 49.6 1.0 EcoBoost 125 Zetec Navigation !!!!! £23,095 £19,681 279.97 11 116 125 148 49.6 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium 5dr !!!!! £23,595 £19,644 291.39 12.9 108 100 125 49.6 1.0 EcoBoost Titanium Navigation 5dr !!!!! £23,945 £19,968 292.45 12.9 108 100 125 49.6 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec 5dr !!!!! £21,945 £18,618 269.16 12.9 108 100 125 50.4 1.0 EcoBoost Zetec Navigation 5dr !!!!! £22,595 £19,219 275.05 12.9 108 100 125 50.4 1.5 TDCi Titanium 5dr !!!!! £24,995 £20,942 310.42 11.3 114 120 199 58.9 1.5 TDCi Titanium Navigation 5dr !!!!! £25,345 £21,266 311.48 11.3 114 120 199 58.9 1.5 TDCi Titanium X 5dr !!!!! £26,895 £22,699 339.56 11.3 114 120 199 58.9 1.5 TDCi Titanium X Navigation 5dr !!!!! £27,245 £23,023 340.62 11.3 114 120 199 58.9 1.5 TDCi Zetec 5dr !!!!! £23,345 £19,916 288.19 11.3 114 120 199 60.1 1.5 TDCi Zetec Navigation 5dr !!!!! £23,995 £20,517 294.08 11.3 114 120 199 60.1
C MAX MPV
45% 43% 42% 41% 42%
EDGE SUV
VERDICT The Edge is spacious and well equipped, but it’s underpowered, lacks a seven-seat option and depreciation is horrendous. Doors 5 Seats 5 L mm W mm H mm Boot litres 2.0 EcoBlue 238 ST-Line 5dr Auto £42,995 238 369 180/37% £257/£514 2.0 EcoBlue Titanium 5dr Auto 2WD 150 273 -/-/2.0 EcoBlue 238 Vignale 5dr Auto £45,995 238 369 180/37% £276/£551 2.0 TDCi 180 ST-Line 5dr !!!!! £38,675 £32,693 9.9 124 180 295 47.9 152/34% £214/£428 2.0 TDCi 180 Titanium 5dr !!!!! £35,510 £30,541 470.56 9.9 124 180 295 48.7 149/33% £192/£384 71.77 2.0 TDCi 180 Vignale 5dr !!!!! £40,775 £36,135 576.22 9.9 124 180 295 47.9 152/34% £226/£452 85.22
2D 3D 3D 2D 2D 7D 7D 6D
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19E 20E 20E 19E 20E 19E 20E 20E 22E 22E 22E 21E 21E
15E 15E 15E 19E 18E 19E
15E 15E 15E 15E 22E 22E 22E 19A 18E 18E 19A 40A 40A
134 | June 2019 whatcar.com Max speed (mph)
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
Target Price 020 8267 4138
Price on the road
VERDICT
12.8 12.8 12.8 10.8 10.8 10.8 11.4 11.4 11.4
104 104 104 115 115 115 114 114 114
90 90 90 125 125 125 115 115 115
101 101 101 192 192 192
130/27% 130/27% 130/27% 149/30% 149/30% 149/30% 115/27% 115/27% 115/27%
118/24% 115/24% 114/23% 115/24% 113/23% 107/22% 107/22% 107/22% 102/21% 112/23% 127/26% -/131/27% 126/26% 119/24% 119/24% 119/24% 119/24% 119/24% 119/24% 112/23% 148/30% 148/30% 143/29%
42.44 40.71 39.84 37.45 39.09 40.33 34.13 35.34 36.74 44.44 45.71 42.21
Cost per mile 37.33 39.65 41.21 46 47.5 43.5 42.9 44.4 38.96 40.39 -
£77/£153 43.75 £69/£137 40.99 £72/£145 42.29 £86/£173 £77/£155 £82/£163 £85/£169 44.33 £76/£153 41.72 £80/£161 42.88
£74/£147 £68/£135 £62/£124 £71/£142 £61/£122 £59/£119 £59/£119 £54/£109 £52/£104 £55/£110 £69/£139 -/£62/£124 £64/£128 £61/£122 £61/£122 £65/£130 £47/£94 £50/£100 £55/£110 £53/£106 £83/£167 £88/£177 £74/£148
20% / 40%
Monthly company car tax bill
VERDICT Worth considering if you value ease of ownership and minimal running costs above speed and driving enjoyment Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4340mm W 2039mm H 1455mm Boot 395litres 1.0T-GDi Go SE 5dr £20,105 £18,609 11.1 118 120 126 56.5 115/24% £80/£159 1.0T-GDi Premium 5dr £22,235 £21,003 11.5 117 120 126 51.4 125/26% £95/£191 1.0T-GDi Premium SE 5dr £23,535 £22,228 11.5 117 120 126 51.4 125/26% £101/£202 1.0T-GDi S 5dr !!!!! £17,125 £15,860 11.1 118 120 126 52.3 123/25% £70/£141 1.0T-GDi SE 5dr !!!!! £19,165 £17,742 11.1 118 120 126 51.4 126/26% £82/£164 1.0T-GDi SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £19,935 £18,452 11.1 118 120 126 51.4 126/26% £85/£171 1.4T-GDi N Line 5dr £21,255 8.9 130 140 179 48.7 133/27% £95/£189 1.4T-GDi N Line+ 5dr £23,255 8.9 130 140 179 48.7 133/27% £104/£207 1.4T-GDi Premium 5dr !!!!! £22,525 £20,845 8.9 130 140 179 48.7 132/27% £100/£200 1.4T-GDi Premium SE 5dr !!!!! £23,825 £22,044 8.9 130 140 179 48.7 132/27% £106/£212 1.4T-GDi SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £20,725 £19,184 8.9 130 140 179 48.7 132/27% £92/£184 1.6 CRDi Premium 5dr !!!!! £22,905 £21,192 11 118 110 207 67.3 110/26% £98/£197 1.6 CRDi Premium SE 5dr !!!!! £24,205 £22,391 11 118 110 207 67.3 110/26% £104/£208 1.6 CRDi SE 5dr !!!!! £20,335 £18,821 11 118 110 207 67.3 110/26% £87/£174 1.6 CRDi SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £21,105 £19,532 11 118 110 207 67.3 110/26% £91/£181 N 2.0T-GDi 5dr !!!!! £25,010 £23,161 6.4 155 250 260 40.4 159/32% £130/£261 N 2.0T-GDi Performance 5dr !!!!! £28,010 £25,929 6.1 155 275 260 39.8 163/33% £151/£302
I30 HATCHBACK
IX20 HATCHBACK 50.4 50.4 50.4 43.5 43.5 43.5 64.2 64.2 64.2
Power (ps)
VERDICT Pretty spacious and well equipped; pity it isn't better to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4120mm W Nmm H 1600mm Boot 440litres 1.4 Blue Drive Premium Nav 5dr !!!!! £17,250 £16,140 249.04 1.4 Blue Drive SE 5dr !!!!! £15,450 £14,461 227.54 1.4 Blue Drive SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £16,300 £15,254 237.75 1.6 Premium Nav 5dr £17,550 1.6 SE 5dr £15,750 1.6 SE Nav 5dr £16,600 1.6 CRDi Blue Drive Premium Nav 5dr !!!!! £19,040 £17,812 270.35 1.6 CRDi Blue Drive SE 5dr !!!!! £17,240 £16,133 250.05 1.6 CRDi Blue Drive SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £18,090 £16,926 259.12
Torque (lb/ft) 54.3 56.5 56.5 56.5 58.9 62.8 61.4 62.8 64.2 58.9 50.4 48.7 51.4 55.4 55.4 55.4 55.4 55.4 55.4 58.9 44.1 44.1 45.6
Gov’t MPG True MPG
VERDICT A sensible small hatchback with lots of space and equipment, but its engines feel gutless Doors 3/5 Seats 5 L 4035mm W 1880mm H 1474mm Boot 326litres 1.0 T-GDi 120 Premium SE Nav 5dr £18,645 £17,485 10.2 118 120 127 1.0 T-GDi Premium Nav 5dr £17,145 £16,083 10.8 117 100 127 1.0 T-GDi SE 5dr £16,395 £15,382 10.8 117 100 127 1.0T-GDi 120 Premium SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £17,915 £17,915 250.58 10.2 118 120 126 1.0T-GDi Active 5dr !!!!! £16,120 £14,185 237.47 10.7 116 100 126 1.0T-GDi Premium Nav 3dr !!!!! £16,415 £15,399 10.7 116 100 126 1.0T-GDi Premium Nav 5dr !!!!! £16,415 £16,415 235.07 10.7 116 100 126 1.0T-GDi SE 3dr !!!!! £14,995 £14,071 10.7 116 100 126 1.0T-GDi SE 5dr !!!!! £14,995 £14,995 219.94 10.7 116 100 126 1.3 1.2 Go SE 5dr £14,510 £14,510 12.8 106 84 90 1.3 1.2 MPi Premium Nav 5dr £16,245 £14,514 12.8 106 84 90 1.3 1.2 MPi Premium SE Nav 5dr £17,295 12.8 106 84 90 1.3 1.2 MPi S Connect 5dr £13,995 £13,140 13.6 99 75 90 1.3 1.2 MPi SE 5dr £14,995 £13,174 12.8 106 84 90 1.3 1.2 Premium Nav 3dr !!!!! £15,415 £14,465 12.8 106 84 90 1.3 1.2 Premium Nav 5dr !!!!! £15,415 £15,415 220.67 12.8 106 84 90 1.3 1.2 Premium SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £16,415 £16,415 230.14 12.8 106 84 90 1.3 1.2 S 5dr !!!!! £11,910 £11,910 182.8 13.6 99 75 90 1.3 1.2 S Air 5dr !!!!! £12,660 £12,660 192.26 13.6 99 75 90 1.3 1.2 SE 3dr !!!!! £14,015 £12,201 12.8 106 84 90 1.3 1.2 SE 5dr !!!!! £14,015 £14,015 207.18 12.8 106 84 90 1.4 Premium Nav 5dr Auto !!!!! £16,915 £16,915 242.46 13.2 106 100 99 1.4 Premium SE Nav 5dr Auto !!!!! £17,915 £17,915 252.22 13.2 106 100 99 1.4 SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £15,515 £15,515 228.56 13.2 106 100 99
I20 HATCHBACK
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 37% 36% 36% 37% 36% 36% 38% 37% 36% 36% 36% 34% 34% 33% 33% 48% 49%
40% 40% 39% 40% 41% 40% 35% 34% 34%
37% 37% 36% 36% 36% 35% 35% 36% 36% 38% 37% 38% 35% 38% 37% 37% 37% 38% 37% 37% 37% 36% 37% 36%
Insurance group 8E 9E 10E 8E 9E 8E 14E 15E 15E 15E 14E 12E 13E 11E 11E 27E 28E
9E 9E 9E 13E 13E 13E 13E 13E 13E
15E 14E 13E 11E 9E 10E 10E 10E 10E 7E 9E 10E 6E 9E 5E 5E 6E 4E 4E 5E 5E 9E 9E 9E
Contract hire per month 269.52 227.53 241.65 243.3 352.43 285.52 299.83 262.72 331.06 346.81 305.89
0-62mph (sec) 11.2 11.8 11.8 11.8 13.7 13.7 13.7 13.7 13.7 13.7 9.5 10.6 10.6 10.6 12 12 12
Max speed (mph) 112 109 109 109 109 109 109 109 109 109 125 116 116 116 114 114 114
Power (ps) 136 115 115 115 116 116 116 116 116 116 185 136 136 136 136 136 136
236 207 207 207 207 207 207 207 207 207 295 275 275 275 275 275 275
Torque (lb/ft) 57.6 57.6 57.6 57.6 61.7 61.7 61.7 61.7 61.7 61.7 43.5 58.9 58.9 58.9 47.1 47.1 47.1
129/29% 130/30% 129/29% 130/30% 119/27% 119/27% 119/27% 119/27% 119/27% 119/27% 170/37% 127/29% 127/29% 127/29% 156/35% 156/35% 156/35%
£147/£294 £138/£276 £114/£228 £125/£251 £110/£220 £119/£237 £97/£193 £105/£210 £108/£217 £117/£235 £206/£411 £134/£268 £143/£287 £123/£246 £179/£358 £190/£380 £165/£330
20% / 40%
45.09 39.54 41.46 41.73 57.47 59.57 47.59 49.49 44.64 54.21 56.29 50.96
170 170 136 136
325 325 253 253
30.4 30.4 33.6 33.6
Q50 SALOON
VERDICT The Q50 packs a high-tech and surprisingly stylish punch, but it lacks the overall sophistication of its executive car rivals Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4790mm W 2084mm H 1445mm Boot 500litres 2.0T Premium 4dr Auto !!!!! £34,105 £33,525 340.46 7.2 152 211 258 44.8 146/30% £169/£339 2.0T Premium Tech 4dr Auto !!!!! £40,725 £40,029 417.79 7.2 152 211 258 44.8 146/30% £202/£405 2.0T Sport 4dr Auto !!!!! £36,475 £35,859 371.56 7.2 152 211 258 43.5 151/31% £186/£371 2.0T Sport Tech 4dr Auto !!!!! £41,495 £40,791 442.34 7.2 152 211 258 43.5 151/31% £211/£423 3.0T S Sport 4dr Auto !!!!! £42,040 £41,339 430.94 5.1 155 405 350 31 206/37% £251/£503 3.0T S Sport Tech 4dr Auto !!!!! £47,060 £46,271 491.5 5.1 155 405 350 31 206/37% £282/£564 3.5h S Sport 4dr Auto !!!!! £41,515 £40,805 385.6 5.1 155 364 403 45.6 144/0% -/3.5h S Sport 4dr Auto AWD !!!!! £43,810 £43,065 404.75 5.4 155 364 403 41.5 159/0% -/3.5h S Sport Tech 4dr Auto !!!!! £46,535 £45,737 440.62 5.1 155 364 403 45.6 144/0% -/3.5h S Sport Tech 4dr Auto AWD !!!!! £48,830 £47,998 459.78 5.4 155 364 403 41.5 159/0% -/-
£99/£198 £92/£183
244/37% £169/£337 244/37% £172/£344 223/37% £157/£315 223/37% £161/£322
VERDICT The Q30 is an interesting alternative, but it's ultimately hard to recommend against its stronger rivals Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4425mm W 2083mm H 1495mm Boot 430litres 1.6T Luxe 5dr £21,450 £20,989 9.4 124 122 148 47.1 138/28% 1.6T Pure 5dr !!!!! £20,600 £20,158 9.4 124 122 148 49.6 133/27%
INFINITI whatcar.com/in initi Q30 HATCHBACK
VERDICT Has space for eight people, but the limited safety kit is disappointing Doors 5 Seats 8 L 5150mm W Nmm H 1925mm Boot litres 2.5 CRDi 170 SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £29,445 £28,242 14.4 112 2.5 CRDi 170 SE Nav 5dr Auto £30,045 £28,815 14.4 112 2.5 CRDi SE 5dr £27,345 £26,222 17.6 104 2.5 CRDi SE Nav 5dr £27,945 £26,795 17.6 104
I800 MPV
88.42 106.61 94.18 108.06 73.82 81.8 100.65 106.82 112.55 118.72
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31% 28% 30% 29% 36% 34% 32% 31% 31% 30%
39% 37%
42% 43% 43% 44%
38E 36E 40E 37E 43E 41E 40E 40E 38E 38E
16E 16E
35U 35U 30D 30D
31A 27A 27A 39A 39A 40A 40A 36A
SANTA FE SUV
£29,128 £26,427 £22,637 £24,059 £22,622 £24,411 £19,927 £21,620 £22,352 £24,182 £31,445 £25,692 £27,430 £23,633 £28,970 £30,754 £26,820
Monthly company car tax bill
VERDICT The Santa Fe may not be as inspiring to drive as some rivals, but it’s a true seven-seater that offers a spacious and functional interior Doors 5 Seats 5/7 L 4700mm W Nmm H Nmm Boot 516litres 2.2 CRDi Bl Dr Endurance Ed Au [7st] !!!!! £39,785 £36,942 9.6 126 200 325 42.8 174/37% £237/£475 39% 2.2 CRDi Blue Drive Premium [5 Seat] !!!!! £33,425 £31,028 352.24 9 126 200 325 47.1 159/35% £190/£380 58.09 38% 2.2 CRDi Blue Drive Premium [7 Seat] !!!!! £34,625 £32,138 364.01 9 126 200 325 47.1 159/35% £197/£394 59.62 38% 2.2 CRDi Premium 5dr £36,995 9.4 127 200 325 47.1 150/34% £206/£413 42% 2.2 CRDi Premium 5dr 4WD £38,795 9.5 127 200 325 47.1 158/35% £221/£442 42% 2.2 CRDi Premium SE 5dr 4WD Auto £43,295 9.4 127 200 325 47.1 164/36% £255/£509 42% 2.2 CRDi Premium SE 5dr Auto £41,495 9.3 127 200 325 47.1 157/35% £237/£474 42% 2.2 CRDi SE 5dr £33,425 9.4 127 200 325 150/34% £186/£372 42%
£30,695 £27,845 £23,845 £25,345 £24,645 £26,600 £21,700 £23,550 £24,350 £26,350 £34,230 £28,000 £29,900 £25,750 £31,525 £33,475 £29,175
RUNNING COSTS
Cost per mile
24A 21A 20A 21A 16E 12E 15E 15E 15E 16E 22A 18A 19A 21A 19A 19A 22A
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KEY INFO
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 42% 40% 38% 41% 41% 39% 38% 39% 40% 40% 41% 38% 40% 39% 39% 41% 40%
1.6 CRDi 136 Premium SE 5dr 2WD 1.6 CRDi Premium 5dr 2WD 1.6 CRDi S Connect 5dr 2WD 1.6 CRDi SE Nav 5dr 2WD 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive Go SE 5dr 2WD 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive Premium 2WD 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive S 5dr 2WD 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive SE 5dr 2WD 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive SE Nav 5dr 2WD 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive Sprt Edition 2WD 2.0 CRDi 185 Premium SE 5dr Auto 2.0 CRDi Blue Drive Premium 2WD 2.0 CRDi Blue Drive Premium SE 2WD 2.0 CRDi Blue Drive SE Nav 5dr 2WD 2.0 CRDi Premium 5dr Auto 2.0 CRDi Premium SE 5dr Auto 2.0 CRDi SE Nav 5dr Auto
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
VERDICT
HYUNDAI TO JAGUAR MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
HYUNDAI TO JAGUAR
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z HYUNDAI TO JAGUAR Insurance group
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I30 TOURER ESTATE
119 119 119 119 119 119 195 195 195 195 195
44.8 44.8 44.8 39.8 40.4 39.8 37.7 37.7 37.7 38.7 38.7
TUCSON SUV
132 132 132 132 132 132 177 177 177 177 177
VERDICT Five-seat rival to Nissan Qashqai is reasonably priced but average to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4475mm W 2065mm H 1645mm Boot 513litres 1.6 GDi Blue Drive S 5dr 2WD !!!!! £20,160 £18,518 220.22 11.5 113 1.6 GDi Blue Drive SE 5dr 2WD !!!!! £22,010 £20,211 234.7 11.5 113 1.6 GDi Blue Drive SE Nav 5dr 2WD !!!!! £22,810 £20,943 236.19 11.5 113 1.6 GDi Premium 5dr 2WD £25,845 £24,549 11.5 113 1.6 GDi S Connect 5dr 2WD £21,845 £20,759 11.5 113 1.6 GDi SE Nav 5dr 2WD £23,345 £22,180 11.5 113 1.6 TGDi 177 Premium 5dr 2WD £27,745 £26,366 9.2 126 1.6 TGDi 177 Premium SE 5dr 2WD £29,745 £28,261 9.2 126 1.6 TGDi 177 SE Nav 5dr 2WD £25,245 £23,997 9.2 126 1.6 TGDi Go SE 5dr 2WD £24,615 £22,621 9.2 126 1.6 TGDi Sport Edition 5dr 2WD !!!!! £25,320 £23,266 9.2 126
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37% 35% 41% 40% 45% 43% 43% 44% 39% 38% 38%
33% 34%
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XF SPORTBRAKE ESTATE
38.7 38.7 38.7 36.7 37.7 37.7 37.7 56.5 50.4 56.5 50.4 56.5 50.4 47.9 47.9 47.9 57.6 57.6 57.6 46.3 47.9 46.3
£238/£476 £213/£425 £226/£451 £270/£541 £277/£554 £249/£497 £257/£515 £193/£386 £232/£463 £170/£341 £207/£414 £182/£364 £220/£439 £263/£527 £237/£474 £250/£501 £182/£364 £162/£325 £172/£343 £299/£597 £284/£567 £307/£614
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75.85 68.58 73.99 61.05 68 55.92 60.9 59.28 64.26 74.99 69.69 73.13 58.91 54.95 57.14 85.12 88.42
48% 45% 45% 45% 48%
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£213/£426 39% £204/£409 64.52 38% £191/£382 61.47 40% £207/£414 63.66 40% £186/£371 39% £261/£522 39% £235/£470 38% £232/£465 38% £238/£476 39% £227/£453 38% £199/£398 40% £191/£381 60.39 39% £177/£355 57.37 41% £193/£385 59.55 41% £172/£344 56.39 40% £177/£355 36% £215/£429 35% £170/£340 59.13 35% £206/£413 65.61 34% £158/£317 56.19 37% £194/£387 62.67 36% £173/£345 58.32 37% £209/£419 64.79 36% £153/£307 54.62 36% £188/£377 61.1 35% 152/34%£245/£490 £236/£473 75.25 34% £223/£445 70.25 35% £239/£479 74.41 35% £217/£434 35% £167/£333 57.34 35% £156/£312 55 37% £163/£327 56.52 37% £151/£302 54.07 36% £914/£1828 68%
VERDICT The estate version of the XF strikes a convincing balance between form and function, but iffy interior quality lets it down Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4955mm W 2091mm H 1496mm Boot 565litres 2.0i 300 300 Sport 5dr Auto AWD £49,215 £44,912 6 155 300 295 36.2 177/36% £290/£580 2.0i 300 Portfolio 5dr Auto AWD £50,570 £46,145 6 155 300 295 37.2 173/35% £290/£580 2.0i 300 Prestige 5dr Auto AWD £45,915 £41,909 6 155 300 295 37.2 173/35% £263/£525 2.0i 300 R-Sport 5dr Auto AWD £47,415 £43,274 6 155 300 295 37.2 173/35% £271/£543 2.0i Portfolio 5dr Auto £44,600 £40,684 6.9 150 250 269 37.7 170/35% £257/£514
269 269 269 295 295 295 295 317 317 317 317 317 317 369 369 369 280 280 280 516 516 516
166/34% 166/34% 166/34% 174/35% 170/35% 170/35% 170/35% 131/30% 148/33% 131/30% 148/33% 131/30% 148/33% 155/35% 155/35% 155/35% 129/29% 129/29% 129/29% 161/36% 157/35% 161/36%
250 250 250 300 300 300 300 180 180 180 180 180 180 240 240 240 163 163 163 300 300 300
VERDICT Offers superb handling and reasonable running costs, so well worth a look Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4954mm W 2091mm H 1457mm Boot 540litres 2.0i 250 Portfolio 4dr Auto £42,600 £38,760 471.96 6.7 152 2.0i 250 Prestige 4dr Auto £38,100 £34,676 415.94 6.7 152 2.0i 250 R-Sport 4dr Auto £40,400 £36,763 442.67 6.7 152 2.0i 300 300 Sport 4dr Auto AWD £47,215 £42,977 5.9 155 2.0i 300 Portfolio 4dr Auto AWD £48,055 £43,710 5.9 155 2.0i 300 Prestige 4dr Auto AWD £43,200 £39,304 5.9 155 2.0i 300 R-Sport 4dr Auto AWD £44,700 £40,666 5.9 155 2.0d 180 Portfolio 4dr !!!!! £39,145 £35,624 389.43 9.2 136 2.0d 180 Portfolio 4dr Auto AWD !!!!! £42,695 £38,846 433.8 8.5 136 2.0d 180 Prestige 4dr !!!!! £34,645 £31,541 350.51 9.2 136 2.0d 180 Prestige 4dr Auto AWD !!!!! £38,195 £34,762 379.13 8.5 136 2.0d 180 R-Sport 4dr !!!!! £36,945 £33,628 376.61 9.2 136 2.0d 180 R-Sport 4dr Auto AWD !!!!! £40,495 £36,850 405.23 8.5 136 2.0d 240 Portfolio 4dr Auto AWD £46,010 £41,884 478.99 6.9 153 2.0d 240 Prestige 4dr Auto AWD £41,510 £37,800 422.98 6.9 153 2.0d 240 R-Sport 4dr Auto AWD £43,810 £39,887 465.46 6.9 153 2.0d Portfolio 4dr !!!!! £37,935 £34,498 377.2 9.8 132 2.0d Prestige 4dr !!!!! £33,835 £30,777 347.73 9.8 132 2.0d R-Sport 4dr !!!!! £35,735 £32,501 364.38 9.8 132 3.0d V6 300 Sport 4dr Auto £50,665 £46,108 6.4 155 3.0d V6 Portfolio 4dr Auto !!!!! £49,510 £45,060 564.34 6.4 155 3.0d V6 S 4dr Auto !!!!! £52,010 £47,329 589.67 6.4 155
XF SALOON
162/33% 162/33% 162/33% 165/34% 162/33% 171/35% 168/34% 171/35% 171/35% 171/35% 162/33% 162/33% 162/33% 165/34% 162/33% 128/29% 144/32% 128/29% 144/32% 128/29% 144/32% 134/30% 148/33% 128/29% 144/32% 49.6 152/34% 152/34% 156/35% 152/34% 126/29% 126/29% 126/29% 126/29% 254/37%
VERDICT There are bigger executive saloons available for similar money, but none handles as sweetly Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4672mm W 2075mm H 1416mm Boot 455litres 2.0 250 Landmark Edition 4dr Auto £39,265 £35,924 6.2 155 250 269 39.8 2.0 250 Portfolio 4dr Auto £37,715 £34,510 393.02 6.2 155 250 269 39.8 2.0 250 Prestige 4dr Auto £35,315 £32,320 369.88 6.2 155 250 269 39.8 2.0 250 R-Sport 4dr Auto £37,065 £33,917 386.42 6.2 155 250 269 39.2 2.0 250 SE 4dr Auto £34,315 £31,407 6.2 155 250 269 39.8 2.0 300 300 Sport 4dr Auto AWD £45,640 £41,769 5.4 155 300 295 37.2 2.0 300 Portfolio 4dr Auto AWD £42,015 £38,434 5.4 155 300 295 38.2 2.0 300 Prestige 4dr Auto AWD £40,730 £37,289 5.4 155 300 295 37.2 2.0 300 R-Sport 4dr Auto AWD £41,680 £38,156 5.4 155 300 295 37.2 2.0 300 SE 4dr Auto AWD £39,730 £36,376 5.4 155 300 295 37.2 2.0 Ingenium Landmark Edition Auto £36,765 £33,643 7.2 143 200 236 39.8 2.0 Ingenium Portfolio 4dr Auto £35,215 £32,229 360.83 7.2 143 200 236 39.8 2.0 Ingenium Prestige 4dr Auto £32,815 £30,039 337.85 7.2 143 200 236 39.8 2.0 Ingenium R-Sport 4dr Auto £34,565 £31,636 354.39 7.2 143 200 236 39.2 2.0 Ingenium SE 4dr Auto £31,815 £29,126 330.64 7.2 143 200 236 39.8 2.0d 180 Landmark Edition 4dr £36,955 £33,789 7.9 140 180 317 57.6 2.0d 180 Landmark Edition Aut AWD £40,815 £37,339 7.8 132 180 317 51.4 2.0d 180 Portfolio 4dr !!!!! £35,405 £32,375 377.05 7.9 140 180 317 57.6 2.0d 180 Portfolio 4dr Auto AWD !!!!! £39,265 £35,924 420.33 7.8 132 180 317 51.4 2.0d 180 Prestige 4dr !!!!! £33,005 £30,185 354.78 7.9 140 180 317 57.6 2.0d 180 Prestige 4dr Auto AWD !!!!! £36,865 £33,734 398.06 7.8 132 180 317 51.4 2.0d 180 R-Sport 4dr !!!!! £35,065 £32,092 370.8 7.9 140 180 317 55.4 2.0d 180 R-Sport 4dr Auto AWD !!!!! £38,615 £35,331 414.08 7.8 132 180 317 50.4 2.0d 180 SE 4dr !!!!! £32,005 £29,272 342.95 7.9 140 180 317 57.6 2.0d 180 SE 4dr Auto AWD !!!!! £35,865 £32,822 386.23 7.8 132 180 317 51.4 2.0d 240 Landmark Edition Auto AWD £44,130 £40,391 6.1 155 240 369 2.0d 240 Portfolio 4dr Auto AWD !!!!! £42,580 £38,977 488.06 6.1 155 240 369 49.6 2.0d 240 Prestige 4dr Auto AWD !!!!! £40,180 £36,787 449.34 6.1 155 240 369 49.6 2.0d 240 R-Sport 4dr Auto AWD !!!!! £41,930 £38,384 465.87 6.1 155 240 369 47.9 2.0d 240 SE 4dr Auto AWD £39,180 £35,874 6.1 155 240 369 49.6 2.0d Portfolio 4dr !!!!! £34,705 £31,736 369.88 8.9 132 163 280 60.1 2.0d Prestige 4dr !!!!! £32,505 £29,729 352.34 8.9 132 163 280 60.1 2.0d R-Sport 4dr !!!!! £34,055 £31,143 363.63 8.9 132 163 280 60.1 2.0d SE 4dr !!!!! £31,505 £28,816 345.44 8.9 132 163 280 60.1 SV Project 8 5.0 Supercharged V8 Au £149,995 £149,995 3.3 200 600 516.32 25.7
JAGUAR whatcar.com/jaguar XE SALOON
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147/30% £100/£199 41.81 147/30% £109/£218 43.73 147/30% £113/£226 43.99 162/33% £139/£278 162/33% £117/£234 162/33% £125/£251 173/35% £157/£313 173/35% £168/£337 173/35% £142/£284 169/34% £136/£273 169/34% £140/£281 -
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N N N N 50.4 50.4 50.4 50.4 67.3 67.3 67.3
VERDICT Decent engines and infotainment, but the Kona fails to stand out in the small SUV class Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4180mm W 2070mm H 1570mm Boot 332litres Electric 100kW Premium 39kWh £30,870 £26,370 9.7 96 136 291 Electric 100kW SE 39kWh £29,495 £24,995 9.7 96 136 291 Electric 150kW Premium 64kWh !!!!! £33,995 £29,495 7.6 104 204 291 Electric 150kW Premium SE 64kWh £36,295 £31,795 7.6 104 204 291 1.0T-GDi Blue Drive Premium 5dr !!!!! £19,350 £18,237 12 112 120 127 1.0T-GDi Blue Drive Premium SE 5dr £21,750 £20,493 12 112 120 127 1.0T-GDi Blue Drive S 5dr £16,750 £15,793 12 112 120 127 1.0T-GDi Blue Drive SE 5dr £18,050 £17,015 12 112 120 127 1.6 CRDi Premium 5dr £21,050 £19,838 10.7 114 115 207 1.6 CRDi Premium SE 5dr £23,450 £22,094 10.7 114 115 207 1.6 CRDi SE 5dr £19,750 £18,616 10.7 114 115 207
KONA SUV
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IONIQ HATCHBACK
VERDICT The hybrid version of the Ioniq is a credible alternative to its rivals, even if the electric-only version is not so convincing Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4470mm W 2045mm H 1450mm Boot 455litres Hybrid SE 5dr DCT !!!!! £21,250 £19,712 10.8 115 141 195 78.5 84/19% Hybrid Premium 5dr DCT !!!!! £23,050 £21,377 10.8 115 141 195 78.5 84/19% Hybrid Premium SE 5dr DCT !!!!! £24,850 £23,042 10.8 115 141 195 78.5 84/19% 1.6 GDi Plug-in Hybrid Premium DCT !!!!! £27,855 £24,199 10.6 110 141 195 256.8 26/13% 1.6 GDi Plug-in Hybrid Premiu SE DCT !!!!! £29,655 £25,922 10.6 110 141 195 256.8 26/13% Electric Premium 5dr Auto !!!!! £29,995 £24,101 10.2 103 120 218 N 0/0% -/Electric Premium SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £31,795 £25,815 10.2 103 120 218 N 0/0% -/-
41.22 42.75 44.93 48.35 41.95 43.48 45.65
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I40 TOURER ESTATE
VERDICT A well-equipped estate with decent space, but there are alternatives that are higher-quality inside and better to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4775mm W Nmm H 1470mm Boot 553litres 1.7 CRDi 115 Blue Drive S 5dr !!!!! £21,610 £19,894 247.65 12.6 118 115 207 67.3 110/26% £93/£185 1.7 CRDi 115 Blue Drive SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £23,610 £21,729 258.98 12.6 118 115 207 67.3 110/26% £101/£203 1.7 CRDi 115 Blue Dri SE Nav Business !!!!! £25,110 £23,105 276.04 12.6 118 115 207 67.3 110/26% £108/£216 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive Premium 5dr !!!!! £27,730 £25,512 294 10.5 124 141 251 60.1 123/28% £128/£256 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive S 5dr !!!!! £22,430 £20,649 251.46 10.5 124 141 251 65.7 114/26% £96/£192 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £24,430 £22,484 262.8 10.5 124 141 251 65.7 114/26% £105/£210 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive SE Nav Business !!!!! £25,930 £23,860 279.85 10.5 124 141 251 65.7 114/26% £111/£223
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28% 31% 30% 32% 30% 32% 32%
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VERDICT The i40 is showing its age; it’s neither great to drive nor luxurious inside, while its running costs are average Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4745mm W Nmm H 1470mm Boot 525litres 1.7 CRDi 115 Blue Drive S 4dr !!!!! £20,360 £18,747 241.42 12.4 119 115 207 67.3 110/26% £87/£175 40.37 1.7 CRDi 115 Blue Drive SE Nav 4dr !!!!! £22,360 £20,582 252.76 12.4 119 115 207 67.3 110/26% £96/£192 41.9 1.7 CRDi 115 Blue Dri SE Nav Business !!!!! £23,860 £21,958 269.81 12.4 119 115 207 67.3 110/26% £102/£205 44.07 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive Premium 4dr !!!!! £26,380 £24,273 288.46 10.3 126 141 251 60.1 123/28% £122/£244 47.57 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive S 4dr !!!!! £21,180 £19,502 245.23 10.3 126 141 251 65.7 114/26% £91/£181 41.1 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive SE Nav 4dr !!!!! £23,180 £21,337 256.57 10.3 126 141 251 65.7 114/26% £99/£199 42.62 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive SE Nav Business !!!!! £24,680 £22,714 273.62 10.3 126 141 251 65.7 114/26% £106/£212 44.8
I40 SALOON
VERDICT Bland handling and average performance, but importantly the i30 Tourer majors on space and practicality Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4585mm W 2039mm H 1475mm Boot 602litres 1.0T-GDi Go SE 5dr £20,605 £20,605 11.4 117 120 126 54.3 120/25% £85/£170 1.0T-GDi S 5dr !!!!! £17,625 £16,321 11.4 117 120 126 52.3 122/25% £73/£145 1.0T-GDi SE 5dr !!!!! £19,665 £18,203 11.4 117 120 126 51.4 125/26% £84/£169 1.0T-GDi SE Nav 5dr £20,435 £18,914 11.4 117 120 126 51.4 125/26% £88/£175 1.4T-GDi Premium 5dr £23,025 £21,306 9.2 129 140 179 48.7 132/27% £102/£205 1.4T-GDi Premium SE 5dr £24,325 £22,505 9.2 129 140 179 48.7 132/27% £108/£217 1.4T-GDi SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £21,225 £19,645 9.2 129 140 179 48.7 132/27% £94/£189 1.6 CRDi Premium 5dr !!!!! £23,445 £21,693 11.3 117 110 207 65.7 112/26% £101/£201 1.6 CRDi Premium SE 5dr £24,745 £22,893 11.3 117 110 207 65.7 112/26% £106/£212 1.6 CRDi SE 5dr £20,875 £19,323 11.3 117 110 207 65.7 111/26% £89/£179 1.6 CRDi SE Nav 5dr £21,645 £20,033 11.3 117 110 207 65.7 111/26% £93/£185
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2.0i Prestige 5dr Auto 2.0i R-Sport 5dr Auto 2.0d 180 Portfolio 5dr Auto 2.0d 180 Portfolio 5dr Auto AWD 2.0d 180 Prestige 5dr Auto 2.0d 180 Prestige 5dr Auto AWD 2.0d 180 R-Sport 5dr Auto 2.0d 180 R-Sport 5dr Auto AWD 2.0d 240 Portfolio 5dr Auto AWD 2.0d 240 Prestige 5dr Auto AWD 2.0d 240 R-Sport 5dr Auto AWD 2.0d Portfolio 5dr 2.0d Prestige 5dr 2.0d R-Sport 5dr 3.0d V6 300 Sport 5dr Auto 3.0d V6 Portfolio 5dr Auto 3.0d V6 S 5dr Auto
Price on the road
£40,500 £42,800 £42,895 £44,695 £38,795 £40,595 £41,095 £42,895 £48,010 £43,910 £46,210 £40,040 £36,545 £38,240 £52,860 £51,510 £54,010
Target Price 020 8267 4138
£36,953 £39,046 £39,132 £40,770 £35,401 £37,039 £37,494 £39,132 £43,815 £40,084 £42,177 £36,534 £33,354 £34,896 £48,229 £47,000 £49,275
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0-62mph (sec) 6.9 6.9 8.5 8.6 8.5 8.6 8.5 8.6 7 7 7 10 10 10 6.6 6.6 6.6
Max speed (mph) 150 150 136 136 136 136 136 136 136 136 136 132 132 132 155 155 155
Power (ps) 250 250 180 180 180 180 180 180 240 240 240 163 163 163 300 300 300
Torque (lb/ft) 269 269 317 317 317 317 317 317 369 369 369 280 280 280 516 516 516
Gov’t MPG True MPG 37.7 37.7 52.3 49.6 52.3 49.6 52.3 49.6 46.3 46.3 46.3 54.3 54.3 54.3 45.6 46.3 45.6
170/35% 170/35% 143/32% 150/34% 143/32% 150/34% 143/32% 150/34% 160/36% 160/36% 160/36% 136/31% 136/31% 136/31% 164/36% 160/36% 164/36%
20% / 40%
Monthly company car tax bill £233/£466 £246/£493 £226/£452 £250/£500 £204/£408 £227/£454 £216/£432 £240/£480 £283/£566 £258/£516 £272/£544 £204/£408 £186/£372 £195/£389 £312/£624 £304/£608 £319/£638
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Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 47% 46% 41% 40% 39% 38% 39% 38% 40% 38% 38% 40% 38% 38% 38% 38% 38%
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VERDICT Great to look at and well equipped, but rivals are better to drive, plusher inside and cheaper to buy Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4411mm W 2088mm H 1649mm Boot 577litres 2.0 5dr Auto £35,265 £34,249 6.7 143 249 269 34.9 2.0 200 5dr Auto £33,260 £32,304 7.7 134 200 236 35.3 2.0 200 HSE 5dr Auto £41,230 £40,035 7.7 134 200 236 34.9 2.0 200 R-Dynamic 5dr Auto £34,820 £33,817 7.7 134 200 236 35.3 2.0 200 R-Dynamic HSE 5dr Auto £42,840 £41,597 7.7 134 200 236 34.9 2.0 200 R-Dynamic S 5dr Auto £37,880 £36,786 7.7 134 200 236 35.3 2.0 200 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto £40,000 £38,842 7.7 134 200 236 35.3 2.0 200 S 5dr Auto £36,330 £35,282 7.7 134 200 236 35.3 2.0 200 SE 5dr Auto £38,450 £37,339 7.7 134 200 236 35.3 2.0 300 HSE 5dr Auto £47,290 £45,926 6.1 146 300 295 31.7 2.0 300 R-Dynamic HSE 5dr Auto £48,900 £47,487 6.1 146 300 295 31.7 2.0 300 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto £46,060 £44,733 6.1 146 300 295 32.5 2.0 300 SE 5dr Auto £44,510 £43,229 6.1 146 300 295 32.5 2.0 HSE 5dr Auto £43,230 £41,975 6.7 143 249 269 34 2.0 R-Dynamic 5dr Auto £36,820 £35,757 6.7 143 249 269 34.9 2.0 R-Dynamic HSE 5dr Auto £44,840 £43,537 6.7 143 249 269 34 2.0 R-Dynamic S 5dr Auto £39,880 £38,726 6.7 143 249 269 34.9 2.0 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto £42,000 £40,782 6.7 143 249 269 34.9 2.0 S 5dr Auto £38,330 £37,222 6.7 143 249 269 34.9 2.0 SE 5dr Auto £40,450 £39,279 6.7 143 249 269 34.9 2.0d 5dr £30,430 £29,550 10.1 120 150 280 51.4 2.0d 5dr 2WD £28,930 £28,095 9.5 124 150 280 52.3 2.0d 180 5dr £31,180 £30,277 9.4 128 180 317 49.6 2.0d 180 HSE 5dr Auto £41,270 £40,074 8.6 127 180 317 46.3 2.0d 180 R-Dynamic 5dr £32,565 £31,621 9.4 128 180 317 49.6 2.0d 180 R-Dynamic HSE 5dr Auto £42,830 £41,587 8.6 127 180 317 46.3 2.0d 180 R-Dynamic S 5dr £35,625 £34,589 9.4 128 180 317 49.6 2.0d 180 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto £39,990 £38,832 8.6 127 180 317 47.1 2.0d 180 S 5dr !!!!! £34,245 £33,250 9.4 128 180 317 49.6
E PACE SUV
185/37% 182/37% 186/37% 182/37% 186/37% 182/37% 182/37% 182/37% 182/37% 203/37% 203/37% 199/37% 199/37% 189/37% 185/37% 189/37% 185/37% 185/37% 185/37% 185/37% 146/33% 143/32% 149/33% 162/36% 149/33% 162/36% 149/33% 158/35% 149/33%
£212/£424 £200/£399 £249/£498 £209/£419 £259/£517 £228/£456 £241/£482 £219/£437 £232/£463 £284/£567 £294/£587 £276/£552 £267/£533 £261/£522 £222/£443 £271/£542 £241/£481 £254/£507 £231/£462 £244/£488 £164/£329 £151/£303 £168/£337 £242/£485 £176/£352 £252/£503 £193/£386 £228/£456 £185/£370
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VERDICT The XJ will appeal to keen luxury car drivers, but it trails behind the class leaders in key areas such as build quality, space and running costs Doors 4 Seats 5 L 5255mm W 2105mm H 1460mm Boot 520litres 3.0d V6 Autobiography Auto LWB !!!!! £83,105 £73,040 1018.62 5.9 155 306 516 40.4 185/37% £505/£1009 142.44 31% 50E 3.0d V6 Luxury 4dr Auto !!!!! £62,360 £53,333 728.26 5.9 155 306 516 40.4 185/37% £377/£753 106.71 30% 50E 3.0d V6 Luxury 4dr Auto LWB !!!!! £65,360 £56,183 774.33 5.9 155 306 516 40.4 185/37% £395/£790 112.56 29% 50E 3.0d V6 Portfolio 4dr Auto !!!!! £72,580 £63,042 880.67 5.9 155 306 516 40.4 185/37% £440/£879 125.2 31% 50E 3.0d V6 Portfolio 4dr Auto LWB !!!!! £75,580 £65,892 919.02 5.9 155 306 516 40.4 185/37% £458/£916 129.7 30% 50E 3.0d V6 Premium Luxury 4dr Auto !!!!! £66,360 £57,133 776.94 5.9 155 306 516 40.4 185/37% £401/£803 111.65 30% 50E 3.0d V6 Premium Luxury Auto LWB !!!!! £69,360 £59,983 823.02 5.9 155 306 516 40.4 185/37% £420/£840 117.5 30% 50E 3.0d V6 R-Sport 4dr Auto !!!!! £74,480 £64,847 899.8 5.9 155 306 516 40.4 185/37% £451/£903 127.69 31% 50E 3.0d V6 XJ50 4dr Auto £74,280 £74,280 5.9 155 306 516 40.4 185/37% £450/£900 31% 3.0d V6 XJ50 4dr Auto LWB £77,280 £77,280 5.9 155 306 516 40.4 185/37% £469/£937 31% -
XJ SALOON
VERDICT
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
JAGUAR TO KIA KEY INFO
Contract hire per month
VERDICT
0-62mph (sec)
Max speed (mph)
256 256 256 339 339 339 339
23.7 24.1 26.6 26.6
273/37% 276/37% 273/37% 231/37% 235/37% 237/37% 239/37%
£245/£490 £239/£478 £230/£460 £236/£472 £246/£493 £221/£442 £231/£463
92.96 90.46 80.24 82.59
268 138 138 138 197 197 197 197 197 200 200 182 VERDICT Well equipped and well priced, but not as practical or classy inside as it should be Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4821mm W 1792mm H 1792mm Boot 782litres 3.0 CRD Limited Plus 5dr Auto !!!!! £48,880 £46,887 247 3.0 CRD Night Eagle 5dr Auto £49,880 £47,845 247 3.0 CRD Overland 5dr Auto £52,620 £50,468 247 3.0 CRD Summit 5dr Auto £56,420 £54,107 247 3.0 CRD Trailhawk 5dr Auto £51,380 £49,281 247
GRAND CHEROKEE SUV
VERDICT Continues the tradition of off-road motoring; not so good on-road though Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4626mm W Nmm H 1722mm Boot 714litres 3.2 V6 Trailhawk 5dr [Nav] Auto !!!!! £42,400 £40,306 8.4 112 2.0 Multijet Limited 5dr !!!!! £36,700 £34,840 514.59 12 117 2.0 Multijet Limited 5dr 2WD !!!!! £34,715 £32,959 487.92 10.9 116 2.0 Multijet Longitude Plus 5dr !!!!! £33,000 £31,334 464.12 12 117 2.2 Multij 200 75th Aniv Act Dr II Au !!!!! £42,880 £42,880 8.7 126 2.2 Multijet 200 75th Anniversary Au !!!!! £41,400 £41,400 8.5 127 2.2 Multijet 200 Limited 5dr Auto !!!!! £39,700 £37,682 540.97 8.5 127 2.2 Multi 200 Limited Active Dr II Au !!!!! £41,180 £39,101 582.81 8.7 126 2.2 Multijet 200 Night Eagle 5dr Auto !!!!! £39,250 £39,250 8.5 127 2.2 Multijet 200 Overland 5dr Auto !!!!! £41,700 £39,577 575.28 8.5 127 2.2 Multi 200 Overland Actv Dr II Au !!!!! £43,180 £40,996 601.29 8.7 126 2.2 Multijet Longitude Plus 5dr Auto !!!!! £35,750 £33,940 489.47 8.8 127
CHEROKEE SUV
COMPASS SUV
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232 258 258 258 325 325 325 325 325 325 325 325
40.4 40.4 40.4 40.4 40.4
29.4 50.4 53.3 50.4 46.3 49.6 49.6 46.3 49.6 50.4 46.3 49.6
184/37% 184/37% 184/37% 184/37% 184/37%
236/37% 147/33% 139/31% 147/33% 160/36% 150/34% 149/33% 159/35% 150/34% 149/33% 159/35% 150/34%
£293/£587 £300/£599 £317/£633 £340/£680 £309/£618
£250/£501 £199/£397 £176/£353 £178/£357 £252/£504 £231/£463 £215/£430 £235/£470 £219/£438 £226/£452 £247/£493 £199/£399
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118.21 76.67 72.68 77.53 108.35 103.71 80.39 86.45 94.86 84.54 88.79 81.73
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280 280 280 197 197 197 197
Power (ps)
VERDICT The Compass has impressive off-road credentials, but its poor road manners and noisy engines mean it's off the pace Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4394mm W 2033mm H 1624mm Boot 714litres 1.4 Multiair 140 Limited 5dr 2WD !!!!! £28,625 £27,531 9.9 119 140 170 45.6 159/32% £150/£299 1.4 Multiair 140 Longitude 5dr 2WD £25,625 £24,651 9.9 119 140 170 45.6 158/32% £134/£267 1.4 Multiair 170 Limited 5dr Auto £33,240 £31,974 9.5 124 170 184 40.9 183/37% £200/£399 1.6 Multijet 120 Limited 5dr 2WD £29,355 £28,219 11 115 120 236 64.2 117/27% £131/£262 1.6 Multijet 120 Longitude 5dr 2WD £26,355 £25,339 11 115 120 236 64.2 117/27% £117/£235 1.6 Multijet 120 Sport 5dr 2WD £23,355 £22,459 11 115 120 236 64.2 117/27% £104/£208 2.0 Multijet 140 Limited 5dr £32,125 £30,891 10.1 118 140 258 54.3 138/31% £163/£326 2.0 Multijet 140 Longitude 5dr £29,125 £28,011 10.1 118 140 258 54.3 138/31% £148/£295 2.0 Multijet 170 Limited 5dr Auto £34,925 £33,579 9.5 121 170 280 49.6 148/33% £189/£378 2.0 Multijet 170 Trailhawk 5dr Auto £36,240 £36,240 9.5 121 170 280 49.6 158/35% £206/£413
112 112 107 107
Torque (lb/ft)
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8.9 8.9 10.6 10.7
Monthly company car tax bill 20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
Cost per mile
VERDICT The Renegade offers distinctive styling and decent practicality, but most rivals make it feel agricultural Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4236mm W Nmm H 1667mm Boot 351litres 1.0 T3 GSE Limited 5dr £24,400 £23,404 11.2 115 120 140 139/28% £113/£225 1.0 T3 GSE Sport 5dr !!!!! £19,200 £18,425 11.2 115 120 140 135/28% £88/£177 1.0 T3 GSE Longitude 5dr £21,700 £20,819 11.2 115 120 140 135/28% £100/£200 1.6 Multijet Limited 5dr £25,900 £24,840 10.2 110 120 236 129/29% £124/£248 1.6 Multijet Longitude 5dr £23,200 £22,255 10.2 110 120 236 127/29% £111/£222 2.0 Multijet Limited 5dr 4WD £28,200 £27,069 9.5 113 140 258 153/34% £155/£310 2.0 Multijet Trailhawk 5dr 4WD Auto £30,805 £29,581 8.9 122 170 258 173/37% £182/£364
RENEGADE SUV
VERDICT Almost unbeatable off road, but deeply lawed on it Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4751mm W Nmm H 1840mm Boot 498litres 3.6 V6 JK Edition 4dr Auto £41,845 £41,845 3.6 V6 Rubicon 4dr Auto !!!!! £40,845 £38,849 508.27 3.6 V6 Sahara 4dr Auto !!!!! £39,400 £37,480 493.39 2.8 CRD JK Edition 2dr Auto £40,410 £40,410 2.8 CRD JK Edition 4dr Auto £42,080 £42,080 2.8 CRD Sahara 2dr Auto !!!!! £37,965 £36,120 422.96 2.8 CRD Sahara 4dr Auto !!!!! £39,635 £37,702 439.28
JEEP whatcar.com/jeep WRANGLER SUV
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
JAGUAR TO KIA
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z JAGUAR TO KIA Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 38% 38% 39% 39% 43%
36% 29% 29% 28% 31% 31% 31% 31% 31% 31% 31% 29%
46% 46% 45% 44% 44% 46% 44% 44% 43% 43%
37% 39% 37% 34% 34% 35% 36%
48% 44% 45% 46% 45% 44% 43%
43E 43E 43E 44E 43E
35E 28E 27E 27E 42E 42E 36E 37E 36E 35E 36E 35E
19E 17E 21E 19E 17E 16E 20E 18E 23E 22E
11E 9E 10E 14E 13E 16E 18E
34A 33A 34A 32A 33A 32A 33A
Insurance group
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£38,440 £45,580 £47,140 £42,180 £44,300 £40,630 £42,750 £40,520 £31,815 £30,320 £42,080 £34,875 £33,380 £39,270 £33,495 £31,990 £37,720
£37,329 £44,267 £45,780 £40,969 £43,025 £39,465 £41,522 £39,346 £30,893 £29,443 £40,860 £33,861 £32,411 £38,134 £32,523 £31,063 £36,630
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6.1 6.1 6.1 7 7 7 10.2 10.2 10.2 7.2 7.2 7.2 8.6 9 8.6 9 8.6 9 6.4 6.4 4.3
8.6 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.8 9.9 10.1 9.5 9.9 10.1 9.5 9.9 10.1 9.5 9.9
145 145 145 135 135 135 121 121 121 135 135 135 129 129 129 129 129 129 150 150 176
127 139 139 139 139 139 139 120 120 124 120 120 124 120 120 124 120
300 300 300 250 250 250 163 163 163 240 240 240 180 180 180 180 180 180 300 300 550
180 240 240 240 240 240 240 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150
295 295 295 269 269 269 280 280 280 369 369 369 317 317 317 317 317 317 516 516 502
317 369 369 369 369 369 369 280 280 280 280 280 280 280 280 280 280
34.4 35.3 34.4 35.3 36.2 35.3 49.6 51.4 49.6 42.2 42.8 42.2 47.9 46.3 48.7 47.9 47.9 46.3 42.8 42.8 23.7
47.1 41.5 41.5 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 46.3 51.4 52.3 46.3 51.4 52.3 47.1 51.4 52.3 47.1
56% 56% 58% 57%
53% 53% 53% 54% 54% 54% 47% 46% 47% 48% 47% 48% 48% 49% 47% 48% 48% 49% 47% 48% 57%
57% 54% 54% 55% 55% 54% 54% 56% 59% 60% 57% 59% 60% 58% 58% 59% 57%
F TYPE CONVERTIBLE
5.4 5.4 5.3 4.9 5.5 5.5 3.9 3.5
155 155 171 171 161 161 186 195
300 300 380 380 340 340 550 575
295 295 339 339 332 332 502 516
35.8 35.8 26.6 27.7 27.4 27.4 25.9 25.9
£335/£670 £357/£714 £423/£846 £464/£929 £357/£714 £380/£760 £593/£1186 £717/£1433
114 114.15 141.04 148.16 125.92 126.07 192.04 231.27
44E 45E 48E 49E 45E 46E 50E 50E
41E 42E 45E 46E 43E 43E 50E 50E
50E 50E 49E 50E
35E 34E 35E 34E 32E 33E 25E 23E 25E 34E 32E 33E 29E 30E 27E 27E 29E 29E 42E 42E 48E
30E 36E 37E 36E 36E 35E 36E 26E 25E 25E 27E 26E 26E 27E 25E 26E 26E
CEED HATCHBACK
38.33 35.88 37.32 36.98 40.35
VERDICT The Ceed Sportswagon can compete with the best small estates in several important areas, so it’s well worth considering Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4600mm W Nmm H 1465mm Boot 625litres 1.0T-GDi ISG 2 5dr [Eco Pack] £19,295 £18,714 10.9 118 118 127 54.3 120/25% £80/£159 1.0T-GDi ISG 3 5dr £21,705 £21,705 10.7 118 118 127 50.4 128/26% £93/£186 1.0T-GDi ISG GT-Line 5dr !!!!! £21,585 £18,539 213.47 11 116 118 126 54.3 120/25% £89/£178 1.4T-GDi ISG 3 5dr £22,505 £21,836 8.6 130 138 179 48.7 132/27% £100/£200 1.4T-GDi ISG First Edition 5dr £27,500 £26,631 8.6 130 138 179 48.7 132/27% £123/£245 1.6 CRDi ISG 1 5dr !!!!! £18,550 £15,996 217.13 10.1 121 134 207 72.4 102/24% £73/£147 1.6 CRDi ISG 2 5dr !!!!! £20,760 £17,763 227.97 10.1 121 134 207 72.4 102/24% £82/£164 1.6 CRDi ISG 3 5dr £22,955 £22,955 10.5 119 114 207 68.9 106/25% £95/£190 1.6 CRDi ISG GT-Line 5dr !!!!! £22,160 £19,079 223.89 10.1 121 134 207 72.4 102/24% £88/£176 1.6 CRDi ISG GT-Line S 5dr !!!!! £23,960 £20,771 10.1 121 134 207 72.4 102/24% £95/£190
CEED SPORTSWAGON ESTATE
37.23 40.48 36.05 36.19 46.72 33.4 35.05 37.8 35.68 38.97
122/25% 127/26% 115/24% 115/24% 138/28% 132/27% 132/27% 132/27% 124/25% 170/35% 94/22% 99/23% 102/24% 102/24% 102/24%
£75/£151 £89/£178 £82/£163 £89/£177 £71/£141 £96/£191 £94/£188 £115/£229 £77/£154 £137/£274 £63/£126 £75/£150 £84/£169 £84/£168 £91/£182
VERDICT Tidy handling and a reassuringly long warranty appeal, but there are better all-rounders out there Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4310mm W Nmm H 1447mm Boot 395litres 1.0T-GDi ISG 2 5dr [Eco Pack] £18,295 £17,754 10.9 116 118 127 52.3 1.0T-GDi ISG 3 5dr £20,705 £20,705 10.7 118 118 127 50.4 1.0T-GDi ISG GT-Line 5dr !!!!! £20,585 £17,648 209.8 10.7 118 118 126 57.6 1.0T-GDi ISG GT-Line S 5dr !!!!! £22,385 £19,345 10.7 118 118 126 57.6 1.4 1 5dr !!!!! £15,370 £12,735 186.25 12.3 114 98 99 47.1 1.4T-GDi ISG 3 5dr £21,505 £20,876 8.6 130 138 179 48.7 1.4T-GDi ISG Blue Edition 5dr £21,095 £20,482 8.6 130 138 179 48.7 1.4T-GDi ISG First Edition 5dr £25,750 £24,951 8.6 130 138 179 48.7 1.6 GDi ISG 2 5dr !!!!! £18,660 £15,834 195.27 9.8 118 133 121 52.3 1.6T-GDi GT 5dr !!!!! £24,025 £20,911 246.25 7.3 143 201 195 38.2 1.6 CRDi ISG 1 5dr !!!!! £17,330 £14,579 202.29 9.5 117 134 207 78.5 1.6 CRDi ISG 2 5dr !!!!! £19,740 £16,851 211.42 9.5 117 134 207 74.3 1.6 CRDi ISG 3 5dr !!!!! £21,310 £18,332 231.3 9.5 122 134 207 72.4 1.6 CRDi ISG GT-Line 5dr !!!!! £21,160 £18,190 213.74 9.8 122 134 207 72.4 1.6 CRDi ISG GT-Line S 5dr !!!!! £22,960 £19,887 9.8 122 134 207 72.4
40.9 40.9 40.9 43.5 43.5 43.5
159/32% £87/£175 40.08 159/32% £95/£191 41.65 159/32% £101/£202 42.98 149/30% £77/£154 149/30% £84/£168 38.96 149/30% £90/£179 40.29
VENGA HATCHBACK
115 115 115 115 115 115
VERDICT Provides a decent amount of space for the money, but rivals are better buys Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4075mm W Nmm H 1600mm Boot 440litres 1.6 2 5dr Auto !!!!! £16,945 £15,077 207.91 11.1 111 1.6 3 5dr Auto !!!!! £18,425 £16,476 219.79 11.1 111 1.6 4 5dr Auto !!!!! £19,520 £17,510 230.05 11.1 111 1.6 ISG 2 5dr £15,625 £15,625 10.4 115 1.6 ISG 3 5dr !!!!! £17,065 £15,173 208.05 10.4 115 1.6 ISG 4 5dr !!!!! £18,160 £16,208 218.32 10.4 115
123 123 123 123 123 123
£65/£130 £71/£142 £58/£115 32.79 £67/£134 35.66 £52/£104 30.11 £62/£123 32.09 £66/£133 33.18 £83/£165 -
117/24% 117/24% 114/23% 115/24% 125/26% 126/26% 131/27% 144/29%
RIO HATCHBACK
VERDICT The Rio is a competent small hatchback, but it’s pricey, and it doesn’t excel in any particular area Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4070mm W 1993mm H 1450mm Boot 325litres 1.0 T-GDi 118 GT-Line 5dr £16,515 £15,573 9.8 118 118 126 55.4 1.0 T-GDi 118 GT-Line S 5dr £18,010 £16,978 9.8 118 118 126 55.4 1.0 T-GDi 2 5dr !!!!! £15,260 £14,393 182.6 10.3 116 99 126 56.5 1.0 T-GDi 3 5dr !!!!! £17,010 £16,038 204.91 10.3 116 99 126 56.5 1.3 1.25 1 5dr £12,220 £11,764 157.04 12.5 107 83 90 51.4 1.3 1.25 2 5dr £14,460 £13,641 172.52 12.5 107 83 90 51.4 1.4 2 5dr £15,000 £14,151 178.01 11.8 109 98 98 49.6 1.4 3 5dr Auto £17,370 £16,379 12.5 114 98 98 44.8
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£36/£73 £42/£83 £42/£85 £52/£105 £58/£116 £45/£91 £51/£102 £53/£105 £58/£117 £53/£105 £58/£117
VERDICT The Picanto is one of the very best city cars, with a smart interior, tidy handling and decent practicality Doors 5 Seats 5 L 3595mm W Nmm H 1485mm Boot 255litres 1.0 1 5dr !!!!! £9,720 £9,364 13.8 100 66 71 59.5 114/23% 1.0 2 5dr !!!!! £11,075 £10,511 13.8 100 66 71 56.5 114/23% 1.0 GT-Line 5dr £12,300 £11,667 13.8 100 66 71 64.2 101/21% 1.0 T-GDi GT-Line 5dr £13,320 £12,632 9.8 112 99 126 55.4 117/24% 1.0 T-GDi GT-Line S 5dr £14,720 £13,955 9.8 112 99 126 55.4 117/24% 1.3 1.25 2 5dr !!!!! £11,575 £10,983 11.6 107 83 90 54.3 119/24% 1.3 1.25 3 5dr £12,975 £12,306 11.6 107 83 90 54.3 119/24% 1.3 1.25 GT-Line 5dr !!!!! £12,820 £12,160 11.6 107 83 90 54.3 120/25% 1.3 1.25 GT-Line S 5dr !!!!! £14,220 £13,483 11.6 107 83 90 54.3 120/25% 1.3 1.25 X-Line 5dr £12,820 £12,160 11.6 107 83 90 54.3 120/25% 1.3 1.25 X-Line S 5dr £14,220 £13,483 11.6 107 83 90 54.3 120/25%
KIA whatcar.com/kia PICANTO HATCHBACK
A TO Z JAGUAR TO KIA
179/36% 179/36% 242/37% 233/37% 234/37% 234/37% 249/37% 249/37%
42% 47% 42% 41% 41% 46% 42% 42%
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91.21 84.06 86.68 74.83 65.9 68.42 90.2 83.05 85.67 79.49 82.59 70.37 73.46 72.99 78.06 98.78 101.74 -
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VERDICT As for the coupé version, but with added sun and a tinier boot Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4482mm W 2042mm H 1308mm Boot 207litres 2.0 2dr Auto £56,695 £52,410 2.0 R-Dynamic 2dr Auto !!!!! £60,395 £55,823 3.0 380 Supercharged V6 R-Dynamic £70,445 £65,166 929.89 3.0 380 Super V6 R-Dynamic Au AWD £77,100 £71,305 997.87 3.0 Supercharged V6 2dr !!!!! £59,695 £55,249 814.94 3.0 Supercharged V6 R-Dynamic 2dr £63,395 £58,662 811.96 5.0 Supercharged V8 R Auto AWD !!!!! £97,990 £90,576 1302.49 5.0 Supercharged V8 SVR Auto AWD !!!!! £118,010 £109,045 1621.28
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£308/£616 £280/£559 £294/£588 £293/£585 £257/£514 £278/£557 £230/£460 £198/£396 £217/£434 £294/£587 £265/£530 £279/£559 £250/£499 £268/£535 £217/£433 £233/£467 £236/£473 £254/£508 £314/£628 £328/£656 £448/£897
£219/£438 £273/£546 £283/£565 £252/£504 £265/£530 £243/£485 £256/£511 £238/£476 £172/£344 £159/£317 £247/£494 £189/£377 £175/£350 £224/£448 £181/£362 £168/£335 £215/£430
49% 54% 48% 46% 47% 53% 46% 45%
0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0%
185/37% 182/37% 185/37% 183/37% 179/36% 183/37% 150/34% 145/33% 150/34% 178/37% 173/37% 178/37% 156/35% 162/36% 152/34% 157/35% 156/35% 162/36% 174/37% 174/37% 272/37%
158/35% 178/37% 178/37% 175/37% 175/37% 175/37% 175/37% 162/36% 146/33% 143/32% 162/36% 146/33% 143/32% 158/35% 146/33% 143/32% 158/35%
VERDICT The F Type makes a great noise and the more expensive versions offer exhilarating pace, but its chief rivals are better sports cars Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4482mm W 2042mm H 1311mm Boot 408litres 2.0 2dr Auto £51,210 £47,599 5.4 155 300 295 35.8 179/36% £302/£604 2.0 R-Dynamic 2dr Auto £54,910 £51,031 5.4 155 300 295 35.8 179/36% £324/£648 102.36 3.0 380 Supercharged V6 R-Dynamic £64,960 £60,419 839.68 5.3 171 380 339 26.6 242/37% £389/£779 129.58 3.0 380 Super V6 R-Dynamic Au AWD £71,615 £66,592 905.61 4.9 171 380 339 27.7 233/37% £430/£861 136.37 3.0 Supercharged V6 2dr !!!!! £54,210 £50,449 724.73 5.5 161 340 332 27.4 234/37% £323/£646 114.45 3.0 Supercharged V6 R-Dynamic 2dr £57,910 £53,880 721.75 5.5 161 340 332 27.4 234/37% £346/£692 114.6 5.0 Supercharged V8 R Auto AWD !!!!! £92,505 £85,967 1212.28 3.9 186 550 502 25.9 249/37% £559/£1119 180.57 5.0 Supercharged V8 SVR Auto AWD !!!!! £112,525 £104,536 1531.07 3.5 200 575 516 25.9 249/37% £683/£1365 219.81
F TYPE COUPE
VERDICT The I Pace is a very appealing option, whether you’re after an electric car or a luxury SUV Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4682mm W 2139mm H 1565mm Boot litres 90kWh EV400 First Edition 5dr Auto £81,495 £81,495 4.8 200 400 513 N 90kWh EV400 HSE 5dr Auto £74,445 £74,445 4.8 200 400 513 N 90kWh EV400 S 5dr Auto !!!!! £63,495 £63,495 4.8 200 400 513 N 90kWh EV400 SE 5dr Auto £69,495 £69,495 4.8 200 400 513 N
I PACE SUV
VERDICT The F Pace is brilliant to drive and surprisingly practical Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4746mm W 2175mm H 1667mm Boot 650litres 2.0 300 Portfolio 5dr Auto AWD £50,825 £47,736 2.0 300 Prestige 5dr Auto AWD £46,225 £43,423 2.0 300 R-Sport 5dr Auto AWD £48,530 £45,584 2.0 Portfolio 5dr Auto AWD !!!!! £48,325 £45,392 2.0 Prestige 5dr Auto AWD !!!!! £43,725 £41,080 2.0 R-Sport 5dr Auto AWD !!!!! £46,030 £43,241 2.0d 163 Portfolio 5dr !!!!! £41,120 £41,120 2.0d 163 Prestige 5dr !!!!! £36,520 £34,305 2.0d 163 R-Sport 5dr !!!!! £38,825 £36,466 2.0d 240 Portfolio 5dr Auto AWD £48,890 £45,948 2.0d 240 Prestige 5dr Auto AWD £44,290 £41,635 2.0d 240 R-Sport 5dr Auto AWD £46,595 £43,796 2.0d Portfolio 5dr Auto !!!!! £43,695 £41,052 2.0d Portfolio 5dr Auto AWD !!!!! £45,495 £42,739 573.83 2.0d Prestige 5dr Auto !!!!! £39,095 £36,739 2.0d Prestige 5dr Auto AWD !!!!! £40,895 £38,427 502.3 2.0d R-Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £41,400 £38,900 2.0d R-Sport 5dr Auto AWD !!!!! £43,200 £40,588 523.32 3.0d V6 Portfolio 5dr Auto AWD !!!!! £52,240 £49,088 3.0d V6 S 5dr Auto AWD !!!!! £54,440 £51,151 744.36 SVR 5.0 Supercharged V8 Auto AWD £74,835 £74,835 -
F PACE SUV
2.0d 180 SE 5dr Auto 2.0d 240 HSE 5dr Auto 2.0d 240 R-Dynamic HSE 5dr Auto 2.0d 240 R-Dynamic S 5dr Auto 2.0d 240 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto 2.0d 240 S 5dr Auto 2.0d 240 SE 5dr Auto 2.0d HSE 5dr Auto 2.0d R-Dynamic 5dr 2.0d R-Dynamic 5dr 2WD 2.0d R-Dynamic HSE 5dr Auto 2.0d R-Dynamic S 5dr 2.0d R-Dynamic S 5dr 2WD 2.0d R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto 2.0d S 5dr 2.0d S 5dr 2WD 2.0d SE 5dr Auto
45% 44% 36% 43% 40% 35% 33% 42% 35% 35%
46% 45% 36% 36% 39% 44% 45% 41% 36% 36% 35% 34% 34% 35% 35%
38% 38% 37% 39% 39% 38%
40% 39% 38% 38% 41% 39% 39% 39%
41% 41% 41% 40% 40% 41% 41% 41% 41% 42% 42%
12D 13D 11E 18D 20D 11E 13E 21D 14E 15E
12D 13D 11E 13E 7E 18D 19D 20D 12E 26A 11E 13E 13E 14E 15E
11E 13E 12E 13E 13E 13E
9E 10E 8E 8E 6E 4E 5E 5E
4E 5E 3E 10E 10E 8E 6E 7E 7E 7E 7E
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Contract hire per month
Target Price 020 8267 4138
Price on the road
VERDICT
130/27% 130/27% 130/27% 130/27% 132/27% 109/25% 106/25% 109/25%
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49% 50% 50% 48% 51%
13E 13E 14E 20A 20A
SPORTAGE SUV
13E 13E 13E
18A 10E 11E 11E 11E
14E 11E 12E 12E 10E 14E 11E 12E
VERDICT The Sportage is good value for money and has a spacious interior, but it isn't great to drive and its engines are noisy Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4485mm W Nmm H 1635mm Boot 491litres 1.6 GDi ISG 1 5dr £20,305 £19,300 11.5 113 130 119 39.8 162/33% £109/£217 1.6 GDi ISG 2 5dr !!!!! £22,405 £21,290 11.5 113 130 119 39.8 162/33% £120/£240 1.6 GDi ISG Edition 25 5dr £25,655 £24,369 11.5 113 130 119 39.8 162/33% £138/£276 1.6T-GDi GT-Line S DCT Auto AWD £31,645 £30,061 9.1 125 174 195 37.2 174/35% £179/£359 1.6T-GDi ISG 2 5dr AWD £24,395 £23,192 9.2 126 174 195 39.2 178/36% £141/£282
33% 47% 43% 39% 41%
46% 46% 45% 46% 47% 41% 42% 41%
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35.73 39.44 36.64 39.53
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35% 42% 44% 43% 42% 42% 42%
VERDICT The hybrid offers class-leading CO2 emissions and excellent real-world fuel economy, while the electric version is our 2019 Car of the Year Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4355mm W mm H mm Boot litres 1.6 GDi 1 !!!!! £23,145 £21,633 10.9 115 - 88/1.6 GDi 2 !!!!! £25,145 £23,500 10.9 115 - 101/1.6 GDi 3 !!!!! £27,395 £25,598 10.9 115 - 119/1.6 GDi 3 PHEV £30,505 £27,109 - e-Niro First Edition !!!!! £36,495 £36,495 7.5 104 201 291 0/13% -
NIRO SUV
VERDICT The Soul offers plenty of space and decent driving dynamics. It’s commendable, but some of its rivals do things better Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4140mm W Nmm H 1593mm Boot 281litres EV 5dr Auto !!!!! £30,495 £23,405 11.01 90 109 210 N 0/0% -/1.6 GDi 1 5dr !!!!! £14,725 £14,149 176.63 10.6 115 130 119 43.5 152/31% £73/£146 1.6 GDi 2 5dr !!!!! £17,480 £16,338 205.4 10.6 115 130 119 43.5 152/31% £87/£175 1.6 CRDi 2 5dr !!!!! £18,955 £17,688 208.97 10.8 112 134 192 58.8 127/29% £90/£181 1.6 CRDi 3 5dr !!!!! £21,355 £19,920 231.31 10.8 112 134 192 58.8 127/29% £102/£204
SOUL SUV
STONIC SUV
OPTIMA SPORTSWAGON ESTATE
OPTIMA SALOON
£76/£153 £83/£165 £90/£180 £89/£177 £73/£147 £74/£148 £80/£159 £85/£171
0-62mph (sec)
VERDICT The Stonic handles tidily and is well equipped, but it could be cheaper and more practical Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4140mm W Nmm H Nmm Boot 352litres 1.0T-GDi 2 5dr !!!!! £17,200 £16,179 9.9 114 118 126 51.4 1.0T-GDi 3 5dr £18,600 £17,495 9.9 114 118 126 51.4 1.0T-GDi 4 5dr £20,200 £18,999 9.9 114 118 126 51.4 1.0T-GDi First Edition 5dr £19,900 £18,755 9.9 115 118 127 56.5 1.4 MPi 2 5dr £16,540 £15,561 10.4 107 98 98 49.6 1.6 CRDi 2 5dr £18,020 £16,738 10.9 112 108 192 67.3 1.6 CRDi 3 5dr £19,300 £17,941 10.5 112 114 207 70.6 1.6 CRDi First Edition 5dr £20,720 £19,276 10.9 112 108 192 67.3
Max speed (mph)
25A 28A 31D 21A 21A 19A 20A
Power (ps)
-/£198/£395 £177/£353 £107/£213 £117/£234 £96/£193 40.21 £106/£212 42.9
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT A good estate car, but there are more reasons to buy its equally spacious, practical and better-driving rivals Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4855mm W Nmm H Nmm Boot 440litres 2.0 GDi PHEV 5dr Auto £35,155 £35,155 9.4 119 202 139 201.8 33/0% 2.0 T-GDi GT 5dr Auto £33,350 7.3 144 241 260 30.7 211/37% 2.0 T-GDi GT 5dr Auto £29,940 £29,940 7.3 144 241 260 34.4 191/37% 1.6 CRDi ISG 2 5dr £23,100 £23,100 10.8 121 134 236 61.4 121/28% 1.6 CRDi ISG 3 5dr £25,300 £25,300 10.8 121 134 236 61.4 121/28% 1.7 CRDi ISG 2 5dr !!!!! £22,500 £20,201 240.51 9.8 124 139 251 64.2 113/26% 1.7 CRDi ISG 3 5dr !!!!! £24,700 £22,269 261.15 9.8 124 139 251 64.2 113/26%
Gov’t MPG True MPG
25A 31D 21A 21A 19A 20A
Cost per mile
VERDICT The Optima is well equipped and has a smart interior. However, its steering, engine re inement and diesel CO2 emissions are below par Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4855mm W Nmm H 1465mm Boot 307litres 2.0 GDi PHEV 4dr Auto £34,005 £29,004 432.57 9.1 119 202 139 176.6 37/0% -/59.16 34% 2.0 T-GDi GT 4dr Auto £28,940 £28,940 7.1 149 241 260 34.4 191/37% £171/£341 43% 1.6 CRDi ISG 2 4dr £22,260 £22,260 10.6 122 134 236 62.8 117/27% £99/£198 41% 1.6 CRDi ISG 3 4dr £24,260 £24,260 10.6 122 134 236 62.8 118/27% £108/£216 41% 1.7 CRDi ISG 2 4dr !!!!! £21,660 £20,409 230.81 9.7 121 139 251 67.3 110/26% £93/£186 38.58 40% 1.7 CRDi ISG 3 4dr !!!!! £23,660 £22,289 247.77 9.7 121 139 251 67.3 110/26% £102/£203 40.82 40%
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 34D 36D 41D 34D
20% / 40%
Insurance group
VERDICT The regular models are okay, but the GT S is a belter – it’s sweet-handling, potent and much cheaper than the rival Audi A5 Sportback Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4830mm W Nmm H 1400mm Boot 406litres 2.0 T-GDi GT-Line 5dr Auto £32,435 £32,025 5.8 149 244 260 33.6 191/37% £192/£384 45% 2.0 T-GDi GT-Line S 5dr Auto !!!!! £35,935 £35,525 5.8 149 244 260 33.6 191/37% £214/£427 43% 3.3 T-GDi GT S 5dr Auto !!!!! £40,535 £40,535 4.7 168 365 376 29.4 221/37% £242/£484 48% 2.2 CRDi GT-Line S 5dr Auto !!!!! £37,725 £37,725 7.3 143 197 325 48.7 154/34% £209/£418 40%
STINGER HATCHBACK
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
KEY INFO
0-62mph (sec) 135 112 112 112 112 127 127 127 127 127 127 127 127 127 117 117 117 117 117 117 117 117 117 117 117 117 117 112 112 112
Max speed (mph) 290 150 150 150 150 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 150 150 150
295 280 280 280 280 369 369 369 369 369 369 369 369 369 317 317 317 317 317 317 317 317 317 317 317 317 317 280 280 280
31 49.6 49.6 49.6 49.6 40.9 41.5 40.4 40.4 40.4 40.9 41.5 40.9 41.5 44.1 44.1 44.1 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 44.1 44.1 44.1 44.1 44.1 44.1 43.5 43.5 43.5
207/37% 149/33% 149/33% 149/33% 149/33% 182/37% 181/37% 186/37% 186/37% 184/37% 182/37% 181/37% 182/37% 181/37% 170/37% 168/37% 169/37% 174/37% 174/37% 174/37% 174/37% 170/37% 169/37% 170/37% 168/37% 170/37% 168/37% 170/37% 170/37% 170/37%
20% / 40%
VERDICT The Velar is a stylish, re ined and seriously appealing SUV, but there are better- inished and more practical alternatives Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4804mm W 2145mm H 1685mm Boot 632litres 2.0 P250 5dr Auto £45,830 £44,145 6.7 135 250 269 34 179/36% £270/£539 2.0 P250 HSE 5dr Auto £59,890 £57,677 6.7 135 250 269 34 179/36% £354/£708 2.0 P250 R-Dynamic 5dr Auto £48,250 £46,474 6.7 135 250 269 34 179/36% £284/£568 2.0 P250 R-Dynamic HSE 5dr Auto £62,310 £60,007 6.7 135 250 269 34 179/36% £369/£737 2.0 P250 R-Dynamic S 5dr Auto £53,350 £51,383 6.7 135 250 269 34 179/36% £315/£630 2.0 P250 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto £56,200 £54,126 6.7 135 250 269 34 179/36% £332/£664 2.0 P250 S 5dr Auto £50,930 £49,053 6.7 135 250 269 34 179/36% £300/£601 2.0 P250 SE 5dr Auto £53,780 £51,796 6.7 135 250 269 34 179/36% £317/£635 2.0 P300 5dr Auto £48,330 £46,551 5.9 137 300 295 34.4 185/37% £293/£585 2.0 P300 HSE 5dr Auto !!!!! £62,390 £60,084 5.9 145 300 295 34.4 185/37% £379/£759 2.0 P300 R-Dynamic 5dr Auto £50,750 £48,880 5.9 137 300 295 34.4 185/37% £308/£615 2.0 P300 R-Dynamic HSE 5dr Auto £64,810 £62,413 5.9 145 300 295 34.4 185/37% £394/£788 2.0 P300 R-Dynamic S 5dr Auto £55,850 £53,789 5.9 145 300 295 34.4 185/37% £339/£678 2.0 P300 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto £58,700 £56,532 5.9 145 300 295 34.4 185/37% £357/£713
RANGE ROVER VELAR SUV
DISCOVERY SUV
7.1 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 10.3 10.3 9.9 9.9 9.9 9.9 9.9 9.9 9.9 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.9 10.9 10.9
Power (ps)
108.39 111.43 96.87 101.76 93.83 98.72 -
101.4 108.24 82.29 88.85 -
Contract hire per month 434.7 581.88 531.09 393.22 409.06 402.42 374.77 390.04
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT The Discovery is hugely capable and very desirable, and equally at home both on road and off it – it’s a brilliant SUV Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4970mm W 2220mm H 1846mm Boot 258litres 2.0 Si4 HSE 5dr Auto £62,385 £59,636 7.3 125 300 295 28.8 223/37% £377/£753 2.0 Si4 HSE Luxury 5dr Auto £67,585 £64,602 7.3 125 300 295 28.5 225/37% £409/£818 2.0 Si4 S 5dr Auto £47,405 £45,330 7.3 125 300 295 28.8 223/37% £284/£569 2.0 Si4 SE 5dr Auto £54,085 £51,709 7.3 125 300 295 28.8 223/37% £326/£651 2.0 SD4 HSE 5dr Auto !!!!! £62,505 £59,774 663.88 8.3 121 240 317.2 37.7 199/37% £374/£749 2.0 SD4 HSE Luxury 5dr Auto !!!!! £67,705 £64,740 715.42 8.3 121 240 317.2 36.7 202/37% £406/£813 2.0 SD4 S 5dr Auto !!!!! £47,625 £45,564 516.96 8.3 121 240 317.2 37.7 199/37% £283/£565 2.0 SD4 SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £54,305 £51,943 566.09 8.3 121 240 317.2 37.7 199/37% £324/£647 3.0 SDV6 HSE 5dr Auto £65,205 £62,352 7 130 306 516.3 36.2 205/37% £391/£782 3.0 SDV6 HSE Luxury 5dr Auto £70,405 £67,318 7 130 306 516.3 35.3 210/37% £423/£846 3.0 SDV6 SE 5dr Auto £57,005 £54,521 7 130 306 516.3 36.2 205/37% £340/£681
£47,579 £33,293 £28,297 £28,662 £30,336 £42,892 £42,892 £49,431 £46,454 £46,454 £37,829 £37,829 £39,503 £39,503 £37,326 £37,326 £39,055 £45,995 £45,995 £43,028 £43,028 £37,546 £37,546 £32,226 £32,226 £33,899 £33,899 £35,713 £30,524 £32,198
Monthly company car tax bill
68.67 87.29 80.84 63.1 65.18 63.66 59.86 61.88
£50,665 £35,475 £30,145 £30,535 £32,320 £45,665 £45,665 £52,640 £49,465 £49,465 £40,265 £40,265 £42,050 £42,050 £39,755 £39,755 £41,600 £48,985 £48,985 £45,810 £45,810 £39,990 £39,990 £34,315 £34,315 £36,100 £36,100 £38,035 £32,500 £34,285
RUNNING COSTS
Cost per mile £304/£609 £192/£384 £163/£325 £165/£330 £175/£349 £274/£547 £274/£547 £317/£633 £297/£594 £297/£594 £240/£481 £240/£481 £251/£503 £251/£503 £240/£479 £240/£479 £251/£502 £294/£588 £294/£588 £275/£549 £275/£549 £241/£482 £241/£482 £206/£412 £206/£412 £217/£434 £217/£434 £229/£458 £195/£390 £206/£412
2.0 Si4 290 HSE Dyn Luxury Au [5st] 2.0 eD4 HSE 5dr 2WD [5 Seat] 2.0 eD4 Pure 5dr 2WD [5 Seat] 2.0 eD4 SE 5dr 2WD [5 Seat] 2.0 eD4 SE Tech 5dr 2WD [5 Seat] 2.0 SD4 240 HSE 5dr Auto 2.0 SD4 240 HSE 5dr Auto [5 Seat] 2.0 SD4 240 HSE Dynamic Luxury Au 2.0 SD4 240 HSE Luxury 5dr Auto 2.0 SD4 240 HSE Luxury Aut [5 Seat] 2.0 SD4 240 SE 5dr Auto 2.0 SD4 240 SE 5dr Auto [5 Seat] 2.0 SD4 240 SE Tech 5dr Auto 2.0 SD4 240 SE Tech Auto [5 Seat] 2.0 TD4 180 HSE 5dr 2.0 TD4 180 HSE 5dr [5 Seat] 2.0 TD4 180 HSE 5dr Auto [5 Seat] 2.0 TD4 180 HSE Dynamic Lux Auto 2.0 TD4 180 HSE Dynam Lux Au [5st] 2.0 TD4 180 HSE Luxury 5dr Auto 2.0 TD4 180 HSE Luxury Aut [5 Seat] 2.0 TD4 180 Landmark 5dr Auto 2.0 TD4 180 Landmark Auto [5 Seat] 2.0 TD4 180 SE 5dr 2.0 TD4 180 SE 5dr [5 Seat] 2.0 TD4 180 SE Tech 5dr 2.0 TD4 180 SE Tech 5dr [5 Seat] 2.0 TD4 HSE 5dr [5 Seat] 2.0 TD4 SE 5dr [5 seat] 2.0 TD4 SE Tech 5dr [5 Seat]
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
VERDICT !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!!
KIA TO LAND ROVER MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
KIA TO LAND ROVER
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z KIA TO LAND ROVER Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 58% 59% 58% 59% 58% 60% 58% 60% 57% 58% 57% 58% 57% 59%
53% 53% 53% 54% 48% 49% 47% 48% 47% 48% 47%
53% 51% 46% 49% 49% 48% 47% 49% 49% 48% 46% 45% 47% 46% 50% 49% 49% 50% 50% 50% 50% 54% 53% 49% 47% 49% 48% 50% 49% 49%
42E 42E 39E 41E 39E 41E -
40E 40E 35E 38E 38E 40E 33E 37E -
40E 26E 24E 24E 25E 37E 37E 39E 38E 38E 36E 36E 36E 36E 29E 29E 29E 31E 31E 30E 30E 31E 31E 27E 27E 28E 28E 26E 24E 25E
Insurance group
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£27,260 £29,645 £25,510 £27,895 £21,595 £23,995 £25,495 £27,745 £29,245 £30,755 £25,995 £27,495 £29,005 £31,245 £32,545 £34,545
£25,907 £28,166 £24,248 £26,508 £20,506 £22,780 £24,201 £26,350 £27,755 £29,202 £24,675 £26,096 £27,543 £29,650 £31,076 £32,971
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9.1 9.1 8.7 8.7 8.7
9.2 9.1 9.2 9.1 11.8 11.2 11.4 11.2 11.4 12 11.2 11.4 12 11.4 9.5 9.5
127 127 127 127 127
127 125 127 125 109 112 112 112 112 112 112 112 112 112 125 125
197 197 197 197 197
174 174 174 174 114 134 134 134 134 134 134 134 134 134 182 182
325 325 325 325 325
195 195 195 195 207 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 295 295
46.3 46.3 47.1 47.1 47.1
36.7 37.2 37.7 37.2 57.6 57.6 58.9 55.4 57.6 54.3 57.6 57.6 54.3 57.6 -
161/36% 161/36% 157/35% 157/35% 157/35%
178/36% 175/36% 173/35% 174/35% 130/30% 129/29% 126/29% 135/31% 130/30% 139/31% 130/30% 128/29% 137/31% 128/29% 154/34% 152/34%
£219/£439 £252/£505 £171/£342 £191/£382 £214/£429
£158/£317 £173/£345 £144/£287 £158/£315 £107/£213 £115/£229 £122/£244 £140/£281 £145/£290 £156/£312 £129/£257 £132/£263 £147/£294 £150/£300 £179/£359 £191/£382
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39% 39% 41% 40% 39%
42% 40% 44% 43% 42%
53% 51% 50% 49% 45% 48% 47% 50% 48% 48% 47% 46% 45% 45% 47% 44%
12E 13E 12E 16E 17E
26E 25E 24E 25E 27E
18A 19A 21A 22A 15E 18A 18A 15E 15E 14E 19A 19A 20A 21A 21A 25A
34E 34E 35E 35E 33E 33E 33E 33E 40E
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5.9 5.9 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 7 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.7 6.3 6.3 6.3 6.3 6.3 6.3 6.3 6.3
145 145 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 137 150 137 150 150 150 150 150
300 300 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 180 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 240 275 275 275 275 275 275 275 275 300 300 300 300 300 300 300 300
295 295 317 317 317 317 317 317 317 317 369 369 369 369 369 369 369 369 461 461 461 461 461 461 461 461 516 516 516 516 516 516 516 516
34.4 34.4 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 43.5 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8
185/37% 185/37% 152/34% 157/35% 157/35% 157/35% 157/35% 157/35% 157/35% 157/35% 171/37% 171/37% 171/37% 171/37% 171/37% 171/37% 171/37% 171/37% 175/37% 175/37% 175/37% 175/37% 175/37% 175/37% 175/37% 175/37% 173/37% 173/37% 173/37% 173/37% 173/37% 173/37% 173/37% 173/37%
£324/£648 £342/£683 £249/£497 £338/£676 £270/£540 £352/£704 £300/£599 £316/£633 £286/£571 £302/£604 £289/£578 £376/£751 £304/£608 £391/£781 £335/£671 £353/£706 £320/£641 £338/£676 £299/£598 £391/£782 £314/£627 £406/£812 £345/£690 £363/£725 £330/£660 £348/£696 £306/£613 £399/£798 £321/£643 £414/£828 £353/£706 £370/£741 £338/£676 £356/£711
RANGE ROVER SUV
-/-/-/-/-/£864/£1729 £1083/£2166 £667/£1333 £711/£1422 £611/£1222 £494/£988 £535/£1069 £648/£1296 £692/£1385 £1031/£2063 £531/£1062 £572/£1143
£51,460 £54,203 £43,091 £56,614 £45,420 £58,943 £50,319 £53,062 £47,990 £50,733 £46,383 £59,916 £48,713 £62,245 £53,621 £56,364 £51,292 £54,035 £47,923 £62,356 £50,253 £64,685 £55,161 £57,904 £52,832 £55,575 £49,126 £63,559 £51,456 £65,888 £56,364 £59,108 £54,035 £56,778
VERDICT Top-notch on comfort, re inement, quality and off-roading ability. No 4x4 has a more prestigious image Doors 4 Seats 5 L 5000mm W 2220mm H 1869mm Boot 802litres 2.0 P400e Autobiography 4dr Auto £106,510 £102,785 6.8 137 404 472 91.1 75/0% 2.0 P400e Autobiography LWB Auto £113,630 £109,656 6.9 137 404 472 88.3 73/0% 2.0 P400e SVAutobiography LWB Au £168,580 £162,683 6.9 137 404 472 88.3 73/0% 2.0 P400e Vogue 4dr Auto !!!!! £87,610 £84,546 6.8 137 404 472 91.1 72/0% 2.0 P400e Vogue SE 4dr Auto £94,110 £90,819 6.8 137 404 472 91.1 72/0% 5.0 V8 S/C 565 SVAutobi Dynamic Au £142,285 £137,379 5.4 155 565 516 20.9 307/37% 5.0 V8 S/C 565 SVAutobiogr LWB Au £177,735 £171,589 5.5 140 565 516 20.8 309/37% 5.0 V8 S/C Autobiography 4dr Auto £110,235 £106,451 5.4 140 525 461 21.2 304/37% 5.0 V8 S/C Autobiography LWB Auto £117,435 £113,399 5.5 140 525 461 21.1 305/37% 3.0 SDV6 Autobiography 4dr Auto £100,900 £97,432 7.9 130 275 461 37.2 199/37% 3.0 SDV6 Vogue 4dr Auto !!!!! £81,900 £79,097 7.9 130 275 461 37.2 199/37% 3.0 SDV6 Vogue SE 4dr Auto £88,500 £85,466 7.9 130 275 461 37.2 199/37% 4.4 SDV8 Autobiography 4dr Auto £107,205 £103,527 7.5 135 339 546 30.7 243/37% 4.4 SDV8 Autobiography LWB Auto £114,405 £110,475 7.7 135 339 546 30.7 244/37% 4.4 SDV8 SVAutobiography LWB Aut £169,355 £163,502 7.7 135 339 546 30.7 244/37% 4.4 SDV8 Vogue 4dr Auto £88,205 £85,192 7.5 135 339 546 30.7 243/37% 4.4 SDV8 Vogue SE 4dr Auto £94,805 £91,561 7.5 135 339 546 30.7 243/37%
£53,430 £56,280 £44,735 £58,785 £47,155 £61,205 £52,245 £55,095 £49,825 £52,675 £48,140 £62,200 £50,560 £64,620 £55,660 £58,510 £53,240 £56,090 £49,740 £64,735 £52,160 £67,155 £57,260 £60,110 £54,840 £57,690 £50,990 £65,985 £53,410 £68,405 £58,510 £61,360 £56,090 £58,940
-/-/-/£387/£774 £398/£795 £611/£1221 £553/£1105 £563/£1125 £515/£1030 £525/£1049 £405/£810 £416/£831 £438/£876 £448/£896 £556/£1111
RANGE ROVER SPORT SUV
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VERDICT Some rivals are faster and more fun to drive, but few are as comfortable or re ined as the Range Rover Sport Doors 5 Seats 5/7 L 4879mm W 2220mm H 1803mm Boot 703litres 2.0 P400e Autobiography Dynami Au £85,795 £82,795 6.3 137 404 472 88.3 73/0% 2.0 P400e HSE 5dr Auto £72,195 £69,671 6.3 137 404 472 88.3 73/0% 2.0 P400e HSE Dynamic 5dr Auto £75,195 £72,566 6.3 137 404 472 88.3 73/0% 2.0 Si4 HSE 5dr Auto £64,085 £61,887 7 125 300 295 29.4 218/37% 2.0 Si4 HSE 5dr Auto [7 Seat] £65,785 £63,528 7 125 300 295 29.4 218/37% 5.0 V8 S/C 575 SVR 5dr Auto £101,145 £97,679 4.3 176 575 516 21.1 306/37% 5.0 V8 S/C Autobiography Dynami Au £91,745 £88,608 5 155 525 461 21.2 304/37% 5.0 V8 S/C Autobio Dynamic Au [7st] £93,335 £90,143 5 140 525 461 21.2 304/37% 3.0 SDV6 Autobiography Dynamic Au £85,300 £82,378 6.8 140 306 516 36.7 202/37% 3.0 SDV6 Autobiogr Dynamic Au [7st] £86,890 £83,912 6.8 140 306 516 36.7 202/37% 3.0 SDV6 HSE 5dr Auto !!!!! £67,500 £65,201 6.8 130 306 516 37.7 198/37% 3.0 SDV6 HSE 5dr Auto [7 seat] !!!!! £69,200 £66,842 6.8 130 306 516 37.7 198/37% 3.0 SDV6 HSE Dynamic 5dr Auto £72,800 £70,316 6.8 140 306 516 36.7 202/37% 3.0 SDV6 HSE Dynamic Auto [7 seat] £74,500 £71,956 6.8 140 306 516 36.7 202/37% 4.4 SDV8 Autobiography Dynamic Au £92,215 £89,062 6.8 140 339 546 30.7 244/37%
2.0 P300 S 5dr Auto 2.0 P300 SE 5dr Auto 2.0 D180 5dr Auto 2.0 D180 HSE 5dr Auto 2.0 D180 R-Dynamic 5dr Auto 2.0 D180 R-Dynamic HSE 5dr Auto 2.0 D180 R-Dynamic S 5dr Auto 2.0 D180 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto 2.0 D180 S 5dr Auto 2.0 D180 SE 5dr Auto 2.0 D240 5dr Auto 2.0 D240 HSE 5dr Auto 2.0 D240 R-Dynamic 5dr Auto 2.0 D240 R-Dynamic HSE 5dr Auto 2.0 D240 R-Dynamic S 5dr Auto 2.0 D240 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto 2.0 D240 S 5dr Auto 2.0 D240 SE 5dr Auto 3.0 D275 5dr Auto 3.0 D275 HSE 5dr Auto 3.0 D275 R-Dynamic 5dr Auto 3.0 D275 R-Dynamic HSE 5dr Auto 3.0 D275 R-Dynamic S 5dr Auto 3.0 D275 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto 3.0 D275 S 5dr Auto 3.0 D275 SE 5dr Auto 3.0 D300 5dr Auto 3.0 D300 HSE 5dr Auto 3.0 D300 R-Dynamic 5dr Auto 3.0 D300 R-Dynamic HSE 5dr Auto 3.0 D300 R-Dynamic S 5dr Auto 3.0 D300 R-Dynamic SE 5dr Auto 3.0 D300 S 5dr Auto 3.0 D300 SE 5dr Auto
A TO Z KIA TO LAND ROVER
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54% 53% 54% 53% 53% 52% 53% 52% 53%
DISCOVERY SPORT SUV £250/£499 £250/£499 £273/£546 £273/£546 £216/£432 £216/£432 £227/£454 £227/£454 £304/£609
VERDICT The Discovery Sport is a cleverly packaged SUV that's practical, comfortable and good to drive Doors 5 Seats 5/7 L 4599mm W 2173mm H 1724mm Boot 981litres 2.0 Si4 240 HSE 5dr Auto £41,765 £39,236 7.7 124 240 251 33.2 2.0 Si4 240 HSE 5dr Auto [5 Seat] £41,765 £39,236 7.7 124 240 251 33.2 2.0 Si4 240 HSE Luxury 5dr Auto £45,565 £42,798 7.7 124 240 251 32.8 2.0 Si4 240 HSE Luxury Aut [5 Seat] £45,565 £42,798 7.7 124 240 251 32.8 2.0 Si4 240 SE 5dr Auto £36,310 £34,122 7.7 124 240 251 33.2 2.0 Si4 240 SE 5dr Auto [5 Seat] £36,310 £34,122 7.7 124 240 251 33.2 2.0 Si4 240 SE Tech 5dr Auto £38,095 £35,795 7.7 124 240 251 33.2 2.0 Si4 240 SE Tech Auto [5 Seat] £38,095 £35,795 7.7 124 240 251 33.2 2.0 Si4 290 HSE Dynamic Luxury Aut £50,665 £47,579 7.1 135 290 295 31 193/37% 193/37% 197/37% 197/37% 193/37% 193/37% 193/37% 193/37% 208/37%
39E 41E 39E
53% 51% 53%
VERDICT The Evoque Convertible is expensive to buy and hampered by its weight, but it’s likeable and has great resale values. Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4370mm W 2085mm H 1609mm Boot 251litres 2.0 TD4 HSE Dynamic 2dr Auto !!!!! £48,850 £46,948 562.86 10.3 121 180 317 41.5 179/37% £293/£587 83.55 2.0 TD4 HSE Dynamic Lux 2dr Auto !!!!! £53,135 £51,061 621.86 10.3 121 180 317 41.5 179/37% £320/£639 91.03 2.0 TD4 SE Dynamic 2dr Auto £46,450 £44,644 10.3 121 180 317 42.8 175/37% £278/£557 -
RANGE ROVER EVOQUE CONVERTIBLE SUV
40E 41E 40E 32E 34E 28E 30E 36E 38E 36E 33E 34E
VERDICT The Evoque has the image, equipment and residual values that premium SUV buyers expect. Some rivals are better to drive, though Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4370mm W 2090mm H 1635mm Boot 575litres 2.0 Ingenium Si4 HSE Dynamic Auto £46,300 £43,600 7.2 135 240 251 33.6 191/37% £278/£555 54% 2.0 Ingeniu Si4 HSE Dynamic Lux Au £49,815 £46,904 7.2 135 240 251 33.6 191/37% £299/£598 55% 2.0 Ingenium Si4 Landmark 5dr Auto £42,530 £40,031 7.2 135 240 251 34.4 188/37% £257/£514 55% 2.0 eD4 HSE Dynamic 5dr 2WD £40,530 £38,151 9.8 113 150 280 47.9 157/35% £231/£463 51% 2.0 eD4 HSE Dynamic Lux 5dr 2WD £44,045 £41,455 9.8 113 150 280 47.9 157/35% £252/£504 51% 2.0 eD4 SE 5dr 2WD !!!!! £31,505 £29,668 306.2 9.8 113 150 280 48.7 154/34% £174/£347 48.27 51% 2.0 eD4 SE Tech 5dr 2WD !!!!! £33,905 £31,924 331.68 9.8 113 150 280 48.7 154/34% £187/£374 51.52 51% 2.0 TD4 HSE Dynamic 5dr !!!!! £43,380 £40,830 427.91 9.6 124 180 317 46.3 160/36% £255/£510 64.73 50% 2.0 TD4 HSE Dynamic Lux 5dr !!!!! £46,895 £44,134 486.2 9.6 124 180 317 46.3 160/36% £276/£552 72.12 50% 2.0 TD4 Landmark 5dr £39,745 £37,413 9.6 124 180 317 46.3 160/36% £233/£466 50% 2.0 TD4 SE 5dr !!!!! £34,105 £32,112 337.82 9.6 124 180 317 46.3 160/36% £199/£399 53.26 50% 2.0 TD4 SE Tech 5dr !!!!! £36,505 £34,368 363.29 9.6 124 180 317 46.3 160/36% £214/£427 56.51 50%
LAND ROVER whatcar.com/land-rover RANGE ROVER EVOQUE SUV
VERDICT It may not be the sensible SUV choice, but the Urus blends jaw-dropping pace with comfort and enough practicality to be usable every day Doors 5 Seats 5 L 5112mm W 2181mm H 1638mm Boot 616litres 4.0 TFSI V8 5dr Auto !!!!! £159,925 £159,925 3.6 190 650 627 22.2 290/37% £973/£1946 60% -
LAMBORGHINI whatcar.com/lamborghini URUS SUV
VERDICT A competitively priced and practical MPV, but its best rivals are more sophisticated to drive and have higher quality interiors Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4525mm W Nmm H Nmm Boot 492litres 1.6 GDi ISG 1 5dr !!!!! £19,505 £17,526 235.29 10.9 115 133 122 45.6 143/29% £93/£186 43.08 1.6 GDi ISG 2 5dr !!!!! £20,905 £18,852 239.27 10.9 115 133 122 45.6 143/29% £100/£200 43.69 1.7 CRDi ISG 2 5dr !!!!! £22,405 £20,272 246.15 12.7 110 114 192 67.2 109/25% £92/£185 40.81 1.7 CRDi ISG 139 3 5dr !!!!! £24,955 £22,690 269.38 10 120 139 251 62.8 118/27% £111/£222 44.44 1.7 CRDi ISG 139 4 5dr !!!!! £26,945 £24,575 291.71 10 120 139 251 62.8 118/27% £120/£240 47.3
CARENS MPV
VERDICT Comfortable, re ined and with a spacious interior Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4800mm W Nmm H 1690mm Boot 142litres 2.2 CRDi GT-Line 5dr Auto £37,425 £33,819 2.2 CRDi GT-Line S 5dr Auto £42,925 £38,920 2.2 CRDi KX-1 5dr £30,225 £27,141 2.2 CRDi KX-2 5dr !!!!! £33,625 £30,294 2.2 CRDi KX-3 5dr £37,625 £34,004
SORENTO SUV
1.6T-GDi ISG 4 5dr 1.6T-GDi ISG 4 5dr DCT Auto AWD 1.6T-GDi ISG GT-Line 5dr 1.6T-GDi ISG GT-Line DCT Auto AWD 1.6 CRDi ISG 1 5dr 1.6 CRDi ISG 2 5dr 1.6 CRDi ISG 2 5dr DCT Auto 1.6 CRDi ISG 4 5dr 1.6 CRDi ISG 4 5dr DCT Auto 1.6 CRDi ISG 4 5dr DCT Auto AWD 1.6 CRDi ISG GT-Line 5dr 1.6 CRDi ISG GT-Line 5dr DCT Auto 1.6 CRDi ISG GT-Line DCT Auto AWD 1.6 CRDi ISG GT-Line S 5dr DCT Auto 2.0 CRDi ISG 4 5dr DCT Auto AWD 2.0 CRDi ISG GT-Line S DCT Aut AWD
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72.9 83.72 88.61 80.67 103.11 106.15 91.59 96.48 88.55 93.44 113.7 116.74 102.18 107.07 99.14 104.03
52% 51% 41% 54% 55% 47% 40% 52% 51% 49% 51% 52% 48% 47% 38% 49% 50%
57% 56% 57% 55% 55% 56% 53% 53% 56% 55% 59% 58% 58% 57% 53%
57% 59% 59% 60% 59% 60% 59% 61% 59% 61% 57% 59% 57% 59% 57% 59% 57% 59% 56% 57% 56% 57% 56% 58% 56% 58% 56% 57% 56% 57% 56% 58% 56% 58%
50E 50E 50E 50E 50E 49E 50E 50E 48E 48E
50E 49E 49E 45E 45E 49E 49E 47E 47E 48E 48E 47E
31E 35E 38E 35E 42E 42E 39E 41E 39E 41E 46E 46E 44E 45E 44E 45E
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VERDICT
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
Target Price 020 8267 4138
Price on the road
10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3
Max speed (mph) 112 112 112 112
165
Power (ps) 136 136 136 136
565
Gov’t MPG True MPG
Torque (lb/ft) 105 105 105 105
64.2 64.2 64.2 67.3
516 20.5
101/0% 101/0% 101/0% 97/0%
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317/37% £1493/£2986
20% / 40%
Monthly company car tax bill
463 463 463 223 223 223 223
384 384 384 221 221 221 221
258 258 258 258 258
25 25 25 56.5 56.5 57.6 56.5
43.5 43.5 39.8 43.5 39.8
NX SUV
VERDICT Makes sense on paper, but the NX is disappointing to drive compared with its rivals Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4640mm W 2130mm H 1645mm Boot 475litres 300h 2.5 F-Sport CVT [Premium Nav] £40,005 £37,566 9.2 112 197 300h 2.5 Luxury CVT [Premium Nav] £37,950 £35,640 9.2 112 197 300h 2.5 Premier 5dr CVT £44,450 £41,734 9.2 112 197 300h 2.5 SE 5dr CVT [Premium Nav] !!!!! £35,950 £33,765 9.2 112 197 300h 2.5 SE CVT [Premum Nav] 2WD £34,950 £32,827 9.2 112 197 300h 2.5 Sport CVT [Premium Nav] £36,510 £36,510 9.2 112 197 155 155 155 155 155 155
47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 48.7 47.9
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60.56 58.34 67.27 72.46 59.08
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Cost per mile
135/0% 135/0% 135/0% 135/0% 133/0% 135/0%
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147/0% 147/0% 161/0% 147/0% 161/0%
VERDICT The LC is a lawed yet desirable grand tourer with a surprisingly soulful edge. The V8 version is a lot of fun Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4770mm W Nmm H 1345mm Boot 197litres 500 5.0 2dr Auto !!!!! £76,595 £76,595 4.7 168 477 398 24.6 263/37% 500 5.0 Limited Edition 2dr Auto £91,995 £91,995 4.7 168 477 398 24.4 267/37% 500 5.0 Sport 2dr Auto £80,595 £80,595 4.7 168 477 398 24.4 267/37% 500 5.0 Sport+ 2dr Auto £85,895 £85,895 4.7 168 477 398 24.4 267/37% 500h 3.5 2dr Auto !!!!! £76,605 £76,605 5 155 359 257 44.1 145/0% 500h 3.5 Limited Edition 2dr Auto £92,005 £92,005 5 155 359 257 43.5 148/0% 500h 3.5 Sport 2dr Auto £80,605 £80,605 5 155 359 257 43.5 148/0% 500h 3.5 Sport+ 2dr Auto £85,905 £85,905 5 155 359 257 43.5 148/0%
LC COUPE
168 168 168 118 118 118 118
VERDICT High quality and individual alternative to its German coupé rivals Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4705mm W 2070mm H 1390mm Boot 366litres 500 5.0 463 10th Anniversary Auto £69,995 £69,995 4.5 500 5.0 463 2dr Auto £59,690 £56,138 4.5 500 5.0 463 Carbon 2dr Auto £69,690 £65,513 4.5 300h 2.5 F-Sport CVT [Premium Nav] !!!!! £41,655 £39,111 568.78 8.6 300h 2.5 F-Sport Black Edition CVT £45,175 £42,411 8.6 300h 2.5 Luxury CVT [Premium Nav] !!!!! £39,155 £36,767 515.98 8.6 300h 2.5 Premier 2dr CVT !!!!! £43,955 £41,267 585.84 8.6
RC COUPE
354 354 354 354 354
VERDICT Well equipped and distinctive but too lawed in key areas to recommend Doors 4 Seats 5 L 5235mm W 2160mm H 1460mm Boot litres 500h 3.5 4dr CVT Auto 2WD £72,605 £70,277 5.4 155 500h 3.5 F-Sport 4dr CVT Auto 2WD £80,005 £77,437 5.4 155 500h 3.5 Luxury 4dr CVT Auto £82,605 £79,962 5.5 155 500h 3.5 Luxury 4dr CVT Auto 2WD £80,005 £77,437 5.4 155 500h 3.5 Premier 4dr CVT Auto !!!!! £98,005 £94,862 5.5 155
LS SALOON
VERDICT The IS is stylish and beautifully put together, but it struggles to compete with its more conventional executive car rivals Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4680mm W 2027mm H 1430mm Boot 450litres 300h Advance 4dr CVT Auto £34,910 £32,361 399.16 8.4 125 223 163 65.7 104/0% -/300h Executive Edition 4dr CVT Auto £32,910 £30,511 382.35 8.4 125 223 163 65.7 104/0% -/300h F-Sport CVT Auto [Navigation] !!!!! £37,010 £34,304 446.92 8.4 125 223 163 61.4 109/0% -/300h Premier 4dr CVT Auto !!!!! £40,640 £37,661 487.42 8.4 125 223 163 61.4 109/0% -/300h Sport 4dr CVT Auto !!!!! £34,010 £31,529 382.2 8.4 125 223 163 61.4 109/0% -/-
IS SALOON
VERDICT The CT is unre ined, uncomfortable and outdated Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4355mm W 2020mm H 1455mm Boot 375litres 200h 1.8 F-Sport 5dr CVT !!!!! £27,030 £25,399 200h 1.8 Luxury 5dr CVT !!!!! £26,030 £24,461 200h 1.8 Premier 5dr CVT !!!!! £30,530 £28,680 200h 1.8 SE 5dr CVT !!!!! £23,530 £22,116 -
LEXUS whatcar.com/lexus CT HATCHBACK
VERDICT Super-luxury two-door coupé-styled version of the Range Rover Doors 2 Seats 4 L 5013mm W 2220mm H 1794mm Boot litres 5.0 V8 S/C 2dr Auto £244,250 £244,250 5
RANGE ROVER SV COUPE
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 53% 52% 51% 52% 50% 56%
52% 48% 52% 52% 51% 47% 51% 51%
42% 40% 42% 43% 43% 44% 43%
55% 53% 52% 53% 48%
48% 48% 45% 43% 47%
46% 45% 44% 46%
50%
Insurance group 29E 29E 30E 28E 27E 28E
48E 50E 49E 49E 47E 50E 48E 49E
45E 44E 45E 31E 32E 31E 32E
47E 48E 49E 48E 50E
29E 28E 30E 30E 28E
17E 17E 19E 20E
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Torque (lb/ft)
Power (ps)
Max speed (mph)
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
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6 SALOON
VERDICT The 6 Tourer is a stylish family estate, but there are rivals that offer greater practicality and a more comfortable ride Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4805mm W Nmm H 1475mm Boot 522litres 2.0 SE-L Lux Nav+ 5dr £25,495 £25,243 10 128 145 157 44.8 144/29% £122/£244 2.0 SE-L Nav+ 5dr !!!!! £24,095 £23,857 10 128 145 157 44.8 144/29% £115/£230 2.0 Sport Nav+ 5dr £26,895 £26,629 9.4 133 165 157 43.5 148/30% £133/£266
40.81 41.51
45.12 39.83 40.52 39.1 39.9 40.65 41.37
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£106/£212 £81/£161 £86/£171 £84/£169 £82/£164 £86/£171 £93/£187 £97/£194
142/29% £118/£235 142/29% £111/£222 146/30% £129/£257 153/31% £156/£312 124/28% £132/£264 124/28% £143/£286 117/27% £121/£242 117/27% £115/£230 117/27% £124/£249
48.7 55.4 55.4 55.4 74.3 74.3 68.9 68.9
VERDICT The 6 is a well rounded and appealing car, but it’s not as spacious nor good to drive as its rivals Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4870mm W Nmm H 1450mm Boot 480litres 2.0 SE-L Lux Nav+ 4dr £24,595 £24,352 9.9 129 145 157 45.6 2.0 SE-L Nav+ 4dr £23,195 £22,966 9.9 129 145 157 45.6 2.0 Sport Nav+ 4dr £25,995 £25,738 9.4 134 165 157 44.1 2.5 GT Sport Nav+ 4dr Auto £30,795 £30,493 8.1 138 194 190 42.2 2.2d 184 Sport Nav+ 4dr £28,495 £28,213 8.5 141 184 328 60.1 2.2d GT Sport Nav+ 4dr £30,885 £30,579 8.5 141 184 328 60.1 2.2d SE-L Lux Nav+ 4dr £27,195 £26,926 10 131 150 280 64.2 2.2d SE-L Nav+ 4dr £25,795 £25,540 10 131 150 280 64.2 2.2d Sport Nav+ 4dr £27,895 £27,619 10 131 150 280 64.2
155 155 155 155 199 199 280 280
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3 FASTBACK SALOON
165 120 120 120 105 105 150 150
£74/£149 £51/£103 £54/£109 £60/£119 £64/£127 £57/£115 £61/£121 £61/£121
£366/£731 £415/£830 £475/£950 £415/£830 £475/£950 £486/£972 £434/£868 £348/£697 112.75 £398/£796 £398/£796 £402/£805 -
Cost per mile
VERDICT The 3 Fastback drives well, has a comfortable ride and comes with plenty of standard kit Doors Seats L mm W mm H mm Boot litres 2.0 SE-L Nav 4dr !!!!! £20,395 £19,373 235.7 8.8 123 120 155 55.4 2.0 Sport Nav 4dr !!!!! £21,295 £20,219 240.26 8.8 123 120 155 55.4
130 121 121 121 115 115 130 130
135/28% 119/24% 119/24% 119/24% 99/23% 99/23% 107/25% 107/25%
8.2 8.9 8.9 8.9 11 11 8.1 8.1
VERDICT The 3 is an also-ran in the iercely competitive family car class Doors Seats L mm W mm H mm Boot litres 2.0 165 Sport Nav 5dr !!!!! £22,995 £21,819 257.36 2.0 SE-L Nav 5dr !!!!! £20,395 £19,373 227.5 2.0 Sport Black 5dr £21,595 £20,501 2.0 Sport Nav 5dr !!!!! £21,295 £20,219 232.06 1.5d SE-L Nav 5dr !!!!! £21,595 £20,499 240.5 1.5d Sport Nav 5dr !!!!! £22,495 £21,345 245.87 2.2d SE-L Nav 5dr !!!!! £22,595 £21,441 246.39 2.2d Sport Nav 5dr !!!!! £23,495 £22,287 251.28
3 HATCHBACK
127/26% 111/23% 111/23% 111/23% 111/23% 111/23% 111/23% 111/23%
VERDICT Mazda's rival to the Ford Fiesta is fun to drive. If only it was quieter and more comfortable Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4060mm W 1983mm H 1495mm Boot 280litres 1.5 115 GT Sport Nav+ 5dr £17,395 £16,794 9 129 115 110 50.4 1.5 75 SE+ 5dr £13,595 £13,127 11.3 117 75 100 55.4 1.5 75 SE-L+ 5dr £14,395 £13,899 11.3 117 75 100 55.4 1.5 Black+ Edition 5dr £15,795 £15,250 9.7 117 90 109 55.4 1.5 GT Sport Nav+ 5dr £16,795 £16,215 9.7 117 90 109 55.4 1.5 SE-L Nav+ 5dr !!!!! £15,195 £14,671 9.7 117 90 109 55.4 1.5 Sport Black+ 5dr £15,995 £15,443 9.7 117 90 109 55.4 1.5 Sport Nav+ 5dr £15,995 £15,443 9.7 117 90 109 55.4
MAZDA whatcar.com/mazda 2 HATCHBACK
Monthly company car tax bill 20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
VERDICT The Levante is spacious and well equipped, but the driving experience doesn’t live up to the badge’s promise Doors 5 Seats 5 L 5003mm W 2158mm H 1679mm Boot 580litres 3.0 V6 5dr Auto £61,425 £61,425 6 156 350 369 23.1 278/37% 3.0 V6 GranLusso 5dr Auto £69,425 £69,425 6 156 350 369 23.9 273/37% 3.0 V6 GranLusso S 5dr Auto £79,125 £79,125 5.2 164 430 428 23.7 275/37% 3.0 V6 GranSport 5dr Auto £69,425 £69,425 6 156 350 369 23.5 278/37% 3.0 V6 GranSport S 5dr Auto £79,125 £79,125 5.2 164 430 428 23.1 282/37% 3.0 V6 GranSport S Nerissimo Edit Au £80,655 £80,655 5.2 164 430 428 25.9 253/37% 3.0 V6 S 5dr Auto £72,525 £72,525 5.2 164 430 428 23.7 275/37% 3.0 V6d 5dr Auto !!!!! £58,315 £58,315 723.62 6.9 142 275 443 34 220/37% 3.0 V6d GranLusso 5dr Auto £66,315 £66,315 6.9 142 275 443 34.8 213/37% 3.0 V6d GranSport 5dr Auto £66,315 £66,315 6.9 142 275 443 34 220/37% 3.0 V6d GranSport Nerissimo Editi Au £66,530 £66,530 6.9 142 275 443 39.2 189/37%
LEVANTE SUV
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
VERDICT
LAND ROVER TO McLAREN MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
LAND ROVER TO McLAREN
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z LAND ROVER TO McLAREN Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 43% 42% 43%
42% 41% 42% 41% 37% 37% 36% 35% 36%
38% 40%
42% 40% 42% 42% 31% 35% 32% 35%
44% 39% 40% 40% 44% 39% 42% 40%
58% 56% 51% 56% 51% 52% 51% 53% 51% 51% 54%
20E 20E 22E
20E 20E 22E 26E 28E 29A 24E 23E 24E
16E 17E
21E 16E 17E 17E 13E 14E 21E 21E
20E 13E 13E 15E 16E 15E 15E 15E
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Insurance group
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VERDICT The sam as above, but with a folding hard-top roof Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4084mm W 1933mm H 1129mm Boot litres 3.5 V6 350 Sport 2dr !!!!! £59,435 £59,435 3.5 V6 410 Sport 2dr £104,955 £104,955 3.9 3.4
3.9 3.9 3.4 3.3
170 145
170 170 180 180
350 410
350 350 410 430
167 167 178 167 178 178 178 156 156 156 156
5.5 5.5 5 5.5 5 5 5 6.4 6.4 6.4 6.4
VERDICT Handsome and high in quality. Fast, too, but ride is rather irm Doors 4 Seats 5 L 5262mm W 2128mm H 1481mm Boot 530litres 3.0 V6 4dr Auto £78,175 £78,175 3.0 V6 GranLusso 4dr Auto £86,675 £86,675 3.0 V6 GranLusso S 430 4dr Auto £92,970 £92,970 3.0 V6 GranSport 4dr Auto £86,675 £86,675 3.0 V6 GranSport S 430 4dr Auto £92,970 £92,970 3.0 V6 GranSp S Nerissimo Ed 430 Au £96,270 £96,270 3.0 V6 S 430 4dr Auto £84,570 £84,570 3.0 V6d 4dr Auto !!!!! £74,265 £74,265 3.0 V6d GranLusso 4dr Auto !!!!! £82,765 £82,765 3.0 V6d GranSport 4dr Auto !!!!! £82,765 £82,765 3.0 V6d GranSport Nerissimo Editi Au £83,560 £83,560 -
QUATTROPORTE SALOON
165 165 165 155 155 155
VERDICT The Ghibli looks swanky, but it’s off the pace in most other areas Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4971mm W 2128mm H 1461mm Boot 500litres 3.0 V6 4dr Auto !!!!! £57,015 £57,015 5.5 3.0 V6 GranLusso 4dr Auto £64,825 £64,825 5.5 3.0 V6 GranSport 4dr Auto £64,825 £64,825 5.5 3.0 V6d 4dr Auto £52,895 £52,895 6.3 3.0 V6d GranLusso 4dr Auto £60,915 £60,915 6.3 3.0 V6d GranSport 4dr Auto £60,915 £60,915 6.3
MASERATI whatcar.com/maserati GHIBLI SALOON
350 350 430 350 430 430 430 275 275 275 275
350 350 350 275 275 275
28 28 14.4 26.1
369 369 428 369 428 428 428 443 443 443 443
369 369 369 443 443 443
25.2 25.2 29.4 25.2 29.4 29.4 29.4 37.6 38.6 37.6 45.6
25.6 25.4 25.4 40.3 37.6 38.6
28 27.9 27.9 28 28 27.9 27.9
295 28 310 14.4
295 295 310 325
VERDICT Superb handling and strong performance; most rivals are easier to live with, though Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4394mm W 1972mm H 1240mm Boot Nlitres 3.5 V6 +2 GT410 Sport 2dr !!!!! £87,615 £87,615 4.2 186 416 302 3.5 V6 +2 GT430 2dr £114,735 £114,735 3.8 190 436 325 3.5 V6 +2 GT430 Sport 2dr £106,735 £106,735 3.8 196 436 325 3.5 V6 410 Sport 2dr £84,315 £84,315 4.2 186 416 302 3.5 V6 GT410 Sport 2dr £87,615 £87,615 4.2 186 416 302 3.5 V6 GT430 2dr £114,735 £114,735 3.8 190 436 325 3.5 V6 GT430 Sport 2dr £106,735 £106,735 3.8 196 436 325
EVORA COUPE
EXIGE ROADSTER CONVERTIBLE
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VERDICT Noisy, grippy, fast and awesome Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4084mm W 1933mm H 1129mm Boot litres 3.5 V6 350 Sport 2dr !!!!! £59,435 £59,435 3.5 V6 350 Sport Special Edition 2dr £64,135 £64,135 3.5 V6 410 Sport 2dr £104,955 £104,955 3.5 V6 430 Cup 2dr £102,835 £102,835
EXIGE COUPE
£287/£574 £324/£647 £287/£575 £232/£463 £261/£522
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£340/£681 £387/£773 £387/£773 £318/£636 £364/£729 £364/£729
£532/£1065 £696/£1393 £647/£1294 £512/£1024 £532/£1065 £696/£1393 £647/£1294
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33% 35% 33% 35% 34% 34% 32% 27% 29% 29% 31%
38% 37% 37% 34% 34% 38%
50% 50% 50% 49% 49% 49% 49%
48% 47%
56% 61% 54% 53%
52% 53% 54% 52% 52%
45% 46% 44%
47% 45% 47% 45% 46%
N N N N N N N N N N N
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50D N
50D 50D N N
48D N N 48D N
43E 43E 41E
41E 41E 42E 41E 42E
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£31,695 £29,395 £31,785 £28,095 £26,695 £28,795
£31,384 £29,104 £31,470 £27,817 £26,431 £28,510
42.2 40.4 45.6 45.6 45.6 45.6 64.2
41.5 58.6 58.6 62.8 62.8 62.8
156/32% 126/29% 126/29% 119/27% 119/27% 119/27%
£166/£332 £141/£282 £152/£305 £125/£251 £119/£238 £128/£257
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720S COUPE
570S SPIDER
570S COUPE
212 212 212
720 720 720
568 26.4 568 26.4 568 26.4
443 26.6 443 26.6
249/37% £1286/£2573 249/37% £1344/£2689 249/37% £1344/£2689
249/37% £901/£1803 249/37% £968/£1936
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45% 44% 48% 46% 46%
VERDICT Staggeringly fast and involving yet perfectly usable every day Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4543mm W 2161mm H 1196mm Boot 150litres 4.0 V8 2dr SSG Auto !!!!! £210,415 £210,415 2.9 4.0 V8 Luxury 2dr SSG Auto £219,835 £219,835 2.9 4.0 V8 Performance 2dr SSG Auto £219,835 £219,835 2.9
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143/29% £108/£216 143/29% £120/£240 156/32% £126/£251 156/32% £139/£278 156/32% £145/£290
VERDICT A folding hard-top roof broadens the appeal of the 570S. The Spider is great to drive quickly yet also usable as an everyday car Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4530mm W 2095mm H 1202mm Boot 150litres 3.8 V8 2dr SSG Auto !!!!! £166,565 £166,565 3.2 204 570 443 26.6 249/37% £1016/£2032 -
44.8 44.8 40.9 40.9 40.9
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112 112 151 151 151
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132 132 184 184 184
VERDICT The 570S is crushingly fast yet communicative and fun, even at sane speeds Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4530mm W 2095mm H 1202mm Boot litres 3.8 V8 2dr SSG Auto !!!!! £147,965 £147,965 3.2 204 570 3.8 V8 2dr SSG Auto £158,815 £158,815 3.4 204 570
126 126 137 137 137
46% 44% 42% 47% 45% 45%
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8.7 8.7 6.8 6.8 6.8
£91/£181 £99/£199 £111/£223 £116/£232 £129/£258 £135/£269
55% 54% 48% 48% 48%
51% 51% 51% 51% 51% 52% 44%
42% 38% 38% 37% 36% 38%
VERDICT The magni icent 540C is surprisingly usable, shockingly rapid and great fun to drive, even at everyday speeds Doors 2 Seats 2 L mm W mm H mm Boot litres 3.8 V8 2dr SSG Auto !!!!! £128,125 £128,125 3.4 199 540 398 26.6 258/37% £777/£1554
MCLAREN whatcar.com/mclaren 540C COUPE
VERDICT The same as the regular MX 5, but with a folding hard-top roof Doors 2 Seats 2 L 3915mm W Nmm H 1230mm Boot 127litres 1.5 132 SE-L Nav+ 2dr £22,595 £21,367 1.5 132 Sport Nav+ 2dr £25,095 £23,729 2.0 184 SE-L Nav+ 2dr £24,095 £22,801 2.0 184 Sport Nav+ 2dr !!!!! £26,595 £25,164 2.0 GT Sport Nav+ 2dr £27,795 £26,298 -
MX 5 RF CONVERTIBLE
MX 5 CONVERTIBLE
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152 152 152 152 152 152 199
190 328 328 280 280 280
VERDICT The MX 5 is a terri ic two-seat convertible that's great to drive and won't cost a fortune to buy or own Doors 2 Seats 2 L 3915mm W Nmm H 1225mm Boot 130litres 1.5 132 SE+ 2dr £18,995 £18,152 8.3 127 132 112 44.8 143/29% 1.5 132 SE-L Nav+ 2dr £20,795 £19,871 8.3 127 132 112 44.8 143/29% 1.5 132 Sport Nav+ 2dr £23,295 £22,258 8.3 127 132 112 44.8 143/29% 2.0 184 SE-L Nav+ 2dr £22,295 £21,317 6.5 136 184 151 40.9 156/32% 2.0 184 Sport Nav+ 2dr !!!!! £24,795 £23,705 6.5 136 184 151 40.9 156/32% 2.0 GT Sport Nav+ 2dr £25,795 £24,660 6.5 136 184 151 40.9 156/32%
150 150 121 121 121 121 115
194 184 184 150 150 150
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121 124 119 119 119 119 114
139 140 140 130 130 130
VERDICT The CX 5 is one of the best SUVs you can buy, thanks to its smart, practical interior and excellent handling Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4550mm W Nmm H 1675mm Boot 506litres 2.0 SE-L Nav+ 5dr £24,795 £23,446 10.3 125 165 157 44.1 146/30% £123/£245 2.0 Sport Nav+ 5dr !!!!! £28,295 £26,753 10.3 125 165 157 44.1 145/30% £140/£280 2.2d 184 Sport Nav+ 5dr AWD £32,595 £30,834 9.3 129 184 328 54.3 137/31% £166/£331 2.2d SE-L Nav+ 5dr !!!!! £26,695 £25,241 9.9 127 150 280 56.5 130/30% £132/£264 2.2d Sport Nav+ 5dr £29,695 £28,076 9.9 127 150 280 57.6 128/29% £142/£285
9.7 8.8 9 9 9 9 9.9
8.1 8.6 8.6 10.2 10.2 10.2
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152/31% £126/£252 160/33% £128/£256 141/29% £91/£181 141/29% £97/£195 141/29% £106/£212 141/29% £104/£207 114/26% £98/£196
CX 5 SUV
VERDICT Well equipped and agile, but interior quality is poor Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4275mm W Nmm H 1535mm Boot 350litres 2.0 150 Sport Nav + 5dr Auto AWD £24,995 £23,896 2.0 150 Sport Nav + 5dr AWD £23,795 £22,750 2.0 SE Nav + 5dr £18,995 £18,152 2.0 SE-L Nav + 5dr £20,395 £19,489 2.0 Sport Black + 5dr £22,195 2.0 Sport Nav + 5dr !!!!! £21,695 £20,730 1.8d Sport Nav + 5dr £22,895 £21,876
CX 3 SUV
2.5 GT Sport Nav+ 5dr Auto 2.2d 184 Sport Nav+ 5dr 2.2d GT Sport Nav+ 5dr 2.2d SE-L Lux Nav+ 5dr 2.2d SE-L Nav+ 5dr 2.2d Sport Nav+ 5dr
A TO Z LEXUS TO McLAREN
260/37% 259/37% 223/37% 260/37% 223/37% 223/37% 223/37% 198/37% 191/37% 198/37% 163/36%
255/37% 257/37% 257/37% 184/37% 198/37% 191/37%
225/37% 234/37% 234/37% 225/37% 225/37% 234/37% 234/37%
235/37% £355/£711 240/37% £636/£1272
235/37% £355/£711 235/37% £384/£769 240/37% £636/£1272 245/37% £623/£1246
VERDICT A proper sports car, full of sensation. The Elise demands dedication for day-to-day use, but it’s worth the effort Doors Seats L mm W mm H mm Boot litres 1.8 Cup 250 2dr !!!!! £48,705 £48,705 3.9 154 246 184 37.7 175/36% 1.8 Cup 250 R 2dr £54,805 £54,805 3.9 154 246 184 37.7 175/36% 1.8 Special Edition 250 2dr !!!!! £48,785 £48,785 4.3 154 243 184 37.7 175/36% 1.8 Sport 220 2dr !!!!! £40,605 £40,605 4.2 145 217 184 45 173/35% 1.8 Sprint 220 2dr £45,605 £45,605 4.2 145 217 184 45 173/35%
LOTUS whatcar.com/lotus ELISE CONVERTIBLE
313 313 313
138/0% 138/0% 136/0%
124 124 124
VERDICT Seven-seat version of the RX; third-row seats aren’t the roomiest Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4890mm W 2180mm H 1690mm Boot litres 450h 3.5 Luxury 5dr CVT £54,105 £50,519 8 450h 3.5 Premier 5dr CVT £62,005 £57,886 8 450h 3.5 SE 5dr CVT !!!!! £51,005 £47,629 8
RX L SUV
134/0% 134/0% 134/0% 132/0% 134/0%
RX SUV
VERDICT The RX is comfortable and well equipped, but it's not as good to drive as many of its rivals Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4890mm W 2180mm H 1690mm Boot 453litres 450h 3.5 F-Sport 5dr CVT !!!!! £54,200 £50,608 628.31 7.7 124 313 247 47.9 450h 3.5 Luxury 5dr CVT !!!!! £51,700 £48,277 590.81 7.7 124 313 247 47.9 450h 3.5 Premier 5dr CVT !!!!! £59,700 £55,737 718.75 7.7 124 313 247 47.9 450h 3.5 SE 5dr CVT !!!!! £48,700 £45,479 544.35 7.7 124 313 247 48.7 450h 3.5 Sport 5dr CVT £51,700 £48,277 7.7 124 313 247 47.9
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24E 25E 30A 30A 31A
25E 26E 26E 31A 31A 32A
15E 16E 23E 19E 19E
18E 18E 18E 15E 17E 16E 15E
26E 28E 29A 24E 24E 24E
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Target Price 020 8267 4138
Price on the road
VERDICT
Power (ps)
Max speed (mph)
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
A CLASS SALOON
Boot litres -
8.1 8.1 8.1 8.1 8.1 8.1 8.1 8.1
143 143 143 143 143 143 143 143
163 163 163 163 163 163 163 163
184 184 184 184 184 184 184 184
53.3 53.3 53.3 53.3 53.3 53.3 53.3 53.3
121/25% 121/25% 121/25% 121/25% 121/25% 121/25% 121/25% 121/25%
£121/£242 £127/£254 £131/£262 £136/£272 £116/£232 £122/£244 £126/£252 £131/£262
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT We’re yet to drive this car Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4549mm W 1992mm H 1446mm A200 AMG Line 4dr Auto £29,295 A200 AMG Line Executive 4dr Auto £30,690 A200 AMG Line Premium 4dr Auto £31,690 A200 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto £32,890 A200 Sport 4dr Auto £28,095 A200 Sport Executive 4dr Auto £29,490 A200 Sport Premium 4dr Auto £30,490 A200 Sport Premium Plus 4dr Auto £31,690
Gov’t MPG True MPG
£110/£220 £116/£232 £120/£240 £125/£251 £98/£196 £104/£208 £105/£209 £111/£221 £115/£230 £120/£240 £125/£251 £132/£264 £137/£273 £142/£284 £120/£240 £126/£253 £131/£262 £137/£273 £153/£307 £160/£321 £165/£331 £171/£343 £141/£281 £147/£295 £152/£304 £158/£316 £158/£316 £165/£330 £170/£340 £176/£352 £145/£290 £152/£303 £157/£313 £162/£325 £123/£245 £129/£257 £133/£266 £138/£276 £107/£213 £112/£225 £117/£235 £123/£247 £128/£256 £133/£266
20% / 40%
Monthly company car tax bill
VERDICT Classy, good to drive and packed with technology. One of the best premium hatchbacks you can buy Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4419mm W 1992mm H 1440mm Boot 370litres A180 AMG Line 5dr £25,550 £23,761 9.2 134 136 148 50.4 129/26% A180 AMG Line Executive 5dr £26,945 £25,055 9.2 134 136 148 50.4 129/26% A180 AMG Line Premium 5dr £27,945 £25,983 9.2 134 136 148 50.4 129/26% A180 AMG Line Premium Plus 5dr £29,145 £27,096 9.2 134 136 148 50.4 129/26% A180 SE 5dr £22,850 £21,257 9.2 134 136 148 51.4 127/26% A180 SE Executive 5dr £24,245 £22,551 9.2 134 136 148 51.4 127/26% A180 Sport 5dr £24,350 £22,648 9.2 134 136 148 50.4 129/26% A180 Sport Executive 5dr £25,745 £23,942 9.2 134 136 148 50.4 129/26% A180 Sport Premium 5dr £26,745 £24,870 9.2 134 136 148 50.4 129/26% A180 Sport Premium Plus 5dr £27,945 £25,983 9.2 134 136 148 50.4 129/26% A200 AMG Line 5dr £27,140 £25,239 8.2 140 163 184 47.1 136/28% A200 AMG Line Executive 5dr £28,535 £26,533 8.2 140 163 184 47.1 136/28% A200 AMG Line Premium 5dr £29,535 £27,460 8.2 140 163 184 47.1 136/28% A200 AMG Line Premium Plus 5dr £30,735 £28,573 8.2 140 163 184 47.1 136/28% A200 Sport 5dr £25,940 £24,126 8.2 140 163 184 47.1 136/28% A200 Sport Executive 5dr £27,335 £25,420 8.2 140 163 184 47.1 136/28% A200 Sport Premium 5dr £28,335 £26,347 8.2 140 163 184 47.1 136/28% A200 Sport Premium Plus 5dr £29,535 £27,460 8.2 140 163 184 47.1 136/28% A220 4Matic AMG Line 5dr Auto £30,940 6.9 146 190 221 43.5 148/30% A220 4Matic AMG Line Executive Au £32,335 6.9 146 190 221 43.5 148/30% A220 4Matic AMG Line Premium Aut £33,335 6.9 146 190 221 43.5 148/30% A220 4Matic AMG Line Prem Plus Au £34,535 6.9 146 190 221 43.5 148/30% A220 AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £29,340 6.9 149 190 221 45.6 141/29% A220 AMG Line Executive 5dr Auto £30,735 6.9 149 190 221 45.6 141/29% A220 AMG Line Premium 5dr Auto £31,735 6.9 149 190 221 45.6 141/29% A220 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto £32,935 6.9 149 190 221 45.6 141/29% A250 4Matic AMG Line 5dr Auto £31,840 6.2 155 224 258 43.5 148/30% A250 4Matic AMG Line Executive Au £33,235 6.2 155 224 258 43.5 148/30% A250 4Matic AMG Line Premium Aut £34,235 6.2 155 224 258 43.5 148/30% A250 4Matic AMG Line Prem Plus Au £35,435 6.2 155 224 258 43.5 148/30% A250 AMG Line 5dr Auto £30,240 £28,481 6.2 155 224 258 45.6 141/29% A250 AMG Line Executive 5dr Auto £31,635 £29,792 6.2 155 224 258 45.6 141/29% A250 AMG Line Premium 5dr Auto £32,635 £30,732 6.2 155 224 258 45.6 141/29% A250 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto £33,835 £31,860 6.2 155 224 258 45.6 141/29% A180d AMG Line 5dr Auto £28,540 £26,538 10.5 126 116 192 67.3 111/26% A180d AMG Line Executive 5dr Auto £29,935 £27,831 10.5 126 116 192 67.3 111/26% A180d AMG Line Premium 5dr Auto £30,935 £28,759 10.5 126 116 192 67.3 111/26% A180d AMG Line Premium Plus Auto £32,135 £29,872 10.5 126 116 192 67.3 111/26% A180d SE 5dr Auto £25,800 £23,993 10.5 126 116 192 68.9 108/25% A180d SE Executive 5dr Auto £27,195 £25,287 10.5 126 116 192 68.9 108/25% A180d Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £27,340 £25,425 10.5 126 116 192 67.3 111/26% A180d Sport Executive 5dr Auto £28,735 £26,718 10.5 126 116 192 67.3 111/26% A180d Sport Premium 5dr Auto £29,735 £27,646 10.5 126 116 192 67.3 111/26% A180d Sport Premium Plus 5dr Auto £30,935 £28,759 10.5 126 116 192 67.3 111/26%
MERCEDES BENZ whatcar.com/mercedes-benz A CLASS HATCHBACK
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
Cost per mile -
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Retained value @3yrs/36k miles -
48% 48% 48% 47% 47% 47% 46% 46% 46% 45% 47% 47% 46% 46% 45% 45% 45% 44% 46% 46% 46% 45% 46% 46% 46% 45% 46% 46% 45% 45% 46% 46% 46% 45% 47% 46% 46% 45% 46% 46% 45% 45% 45% 44%
Insurance group -
20E 20E 20E 21E 19E 19E 20E 20E 20E 21E 23E 23E 24E 24E 23E 23E 23E 24E 28E 28E 28E 29E 27E 27E 28E 28E 29E 30E 30E 31E 31E 30E 30E 30E 18E 18E 18E 19E 17E 17E 18E 18E 18E 19E
MERCEDES-BENZ
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VERDICT
KEY INFO
£36,360 £33,170 £45,010 £43,259 £49,380 £47,467 £46,485 £44,704 £48,180 £46,331
Contract hire per month 644.71 -
0-62mph (sec) 7.7 4.2 4.2 4.2 4.2
Max speed (mph) 143 155 155 155 155
Power (ps) 177 381 381 381 381
258 350 350 350 350
Torque (lb/ft) 58.9 40.9 38.7 32.8 32.8
Monthly company car tax bill Cost per mile
69.35 71.25 72.81 73.38 77.94 80.02 71.54 73.5 75.11 64.02 58.5 60.33 60.4
VERDICT The C Class looks swish and diesel versions are super-efficient. There are roomier and more comfortable rivals, though Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4686mm W 2020mm H 1444mm Boot 335litres C350e AMG Line 4dr Auto !!!!! £41,000 £41,000 513.77 5.9 155 293 258 134.5 52/0% -/C350e AMG Line Premium 4dr Auto !!!!! £42,695 £42,695 528.67 5.9 155 293 258 134.5 52/0% -/C350e AMG Line Premium Plus Auto !!!!! £43,995 £43,995 540.93 5.9 155 293 258 134.5 52/0% -/C350e Sport 4dr Auto !!!!! £39,490 £39,490 546.56 5.9 155 293 258 134.5 48/0% -/C350e Sport Premium 4dr Auto !!!!! £41,185 £41,185 582.65 5.9 155 293 258 134.5 48/0% -/C350e Sport Premium Plus 4dr Auto !!!!! £42,485 £42,485 599.08 5.9 155 293 258 134.5 48/0% -/C180 AMG Line 4dr £33,665 8.2 140 156 184 47.9 134/27% £150/£301 C180 AMG Line Premium 4dr Auto £38,060 £34,996 8.3 140 156 184 43.5 149/30% £189/£378 C180 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto £40,260 £37,014 8.3 140 156 184 43.5 149/30% £200/£400 C180 S 4dr £28,955 8.2 140 156 184 47.9 134/27% £129/£258 C180 SE 4dr £30,520 8.2 140 156 184 47.1 138/28% £141/£282 C180 Sport 4dr £32,170 8.2 140 156 184 47.1 138/28% £149/£298 C180 Sport Premium 4dr Auto £36,565 £33,624 8.3 140 156 184 44.1 145/30% £182/£363 C180 Sport Premium Plus 4dr Auto £38,765 £35,643 8.3 140 156 184 44.1 145/30% £193/£385 C200 4Matic AMG Line 4dr Auto !!!!! £36,080 £36,080 454.2 7.4 145 184 221 40.9 157/32% £189/£379 C200 4Matic AMG Line Premium Aut !!!!! £37,775 £37,775 469.57 7.4 145 184 221 40.9 157/32% £198/£397 C200 4Matic AMG Line Premium+ Au !!!!! £39,075 £39,075 482.18 7.4 145 184 221 40.9 157/32% £205/£411 C200 AMG Line 4dr !!!!! £32,570 £32,570 416.78 7.5 147 184 221 49.6 132/27% £145/£291 C200 SE 4dr !!!!! £29,040 £29,040 379.75 7.5 147 184 221 53.3 123/25% £120/£240 C200 SE Executive Edition 4dr !!!!! £30,335 £30,335 394.09 7.5 147 184 221 53.3 123/25% £126/£251 C200 Sport 4dr !!!!! £31,035 £31,035 394.37 7.5 147 184 221 53.3 123/25% £128/£257
C CLASS SALOON
57.53 54.55 73.82 90.35 53.93 51 63.63 63.11 58.73 60.19 55.81 69.24 97.02 113.4 -
£132/£264 £146/£292 £122/£244 £136/£272 £149/£299 £160/£319 £169/£337 £197/£395 £207/£414 £205/£410 £220/£440 £136/£273 £127/£254 £140/£280 £175/£349 £144/£288 £184/£369 £193/£387 £199/£398 £208/£417 £164/£328 £135/£269 £179/£357 £147/£295 £249/£498 £288/£576 £284/£568 £294/£589
134/27% 158/32% 134/27% 134/27% 150/31% 150/31% 150/31% 168/34% 168/34% 160/33% 160/33% 111/26% 111/26% 111/26% 126/29% 108/25% 144/32% 144/32% 148/33% 148/33% 126/29% 108/25% 126/29% 108/25% 162/33% 171/35% 195/37% 195/37%
123/28% £169/£337 73.2 162/33% £244/£489 96.37 171/35% £283/£566 112.63 194/37% £279/£557 194/37% £289/£578 -
20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
VERDICT The CLA Shooting Brake is great to look at, but rival estates are more practical and better to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4640mm W 2032mm H 1435mm Boot 495litres CLA 180 AMG Line 5dr !!!!! £29,585 £26,862 356.06 9.1 130 122 148 48.7 CLA 180 AMG Line Edition 5dr £27,945 £27,945 9.1 130 122 148 40.9 CLA 180 Sport 5dr !!!!! £27,385 £24,871 333.17 9.1 130 122 148 48.7 CLA 180 WhiteArt 5dr !!!!! £30,430 £27,627 9.1 130 122 148 48.7 CLA 200 AMG Line Edition 5dr £29,160 £29,160 8.5 139 156 184 42.8 CLA 200 AMG Line Night Edition 5dr £31,170 £31,170 8.5 139 156 184 42.8 CLA 200 AMG Line Night Edition Plus £32,865 £32,865 8.5 139 156 184 42.8 CLA 220 AMG Line Nght Ed 4M Ti Au £35,405 £35,405 7.2 149 184 221 38.2 CLA 220 AMG Line Ngt Ed+ 4M Ti Au £37,100 £37,100 7.2 149 184 221 38.2 CLA 250 AMG 4Matic 5dr Tip Auto !!!!! £37,795 £34,321 466.46 6.7 149 218 258 40.9 CLA 250 WhiteArt 4Matc AMG Ti Au !!!!! £40,570 £36,833 597.79 6.7 149 218 258 40.9 CLA 200d AMG Line 5dr !!!!! £31,735 £28,808 348.23 9.7 134 136 221 65.7 CLA 200d Sport 5dr !!!!! £29,535 £26,817 325.72 9.7 134 136 221 65.7 CLA 200d WhiteArt 5dr !!!!! £32,580 £29,572 9.7 134 136 221 65.7 CLA 220d AMG Line 4Matic Tip Auto !!!!! £36,365 £32,998 412.73 7.8 140 177 258 58.9 CLA 220d AMG Line 5dr Tip Auto !!!!! £34,725 £31,510 387.48 7.8 142 177 258 67.3 CLA 220d AMG Line Night Editi Ti Au £35,135 £35,135 7.8 142 170 258 51.4 CLA 220d AMG Line Night Edi+ Ti Au £36,830 £36,830 7.8 142 170 258 51.4 CLA 220d AMG Line Ngt Ed 4M Ti Au £36,735 £36,735 7.8 140 170 258 50.4 CLA 220d AMG Line Nt Ed+ 4M Ti Au £38,430 £38,430 7.8 140 170 258 50.4 CLA 220d Sport 4Matic 5dr Tip Auto !!!!! £34,165 £31,007 390.21 7.8 140 177 258 58.9 CLA 220d Sport 5dr Tip Auto !!!!! £32,525 £29,519 364.97 7.8 142 177 258 67.3 CLA 220d WhiteArt 4Matic Tip Auto !!!!! £37,210 £33,762 7.8 140 177 258 58.9 CLA 220d WhiteArt 5dr Tip Auto !!!!! £35,570 £32,274 7.8 142 177 258 67.3 AMG 45 4Matic 5dr Tip Auto !!!!! £45,860 £43,405 649.42 4.3 155 381 350 40.9 AMG 45 4Matic Yellow Nght Ed Ti Au !!!!! £50,230 £47,552 4.3 155 381 350 38.7 AMG 45 Night Edition 4Matic Tip Aut £47,335 £47,335 4.3 155 381 350 32.8 AMG 45 Night Edition Plus 4Ma Ti Au £49,030 £49,030 4.3 155 381 350 32.8
CLA SHOOTING BRAKE ESTATE
CLA 220d WhiteArt 4Matic Tip Auto AMG 45 4Matic 4dr Tip Auto AMG 45 4Matic Yellow Nght Ed Ti Au AMG 45 Night Edition 4Matic Tip Aut AMG 45 Night Edition Plus 4Ma Ti Au
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
MERCEDES-BENZ
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z MERCEDES-BENZ Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 37% 38% 38% 37% 38% 38% 39% 39% 38% 36% 37% 37% 37% 38% 39% 39% 39% 37% 39% 38%
45% 49% 47% 47% 47% 47% 46% 45% 44% 43% 42% 43% 44% 45% 41% 42% 44% 44% 43% 43% 42% 43% 42% 43% 53% 52% 54% 53%
42% 53% 52% 54% 53%
39E 39E 39E 38E 39E 39E 32E 32E 31E 31E 32E 32E 32E 31E 29E 29E 31E
23E 24E 23E 25E 27E 28E 29E 33E 33E 33E 35E 23E 22E 25E 27E 27E 31E 32E 32E 32E 26E 26E 32E 31E 45E 46E 46E 46E
32E 45E 46E 46E 46E
Insurance group
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£29,095 £30,490 £31,490 £32,690 £27,895 £29,290 £30,290 £31,490
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10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6
128 128 128 128 128 128 128 128
116 116 116 116 116 116 116 116
192 192 192 192 192 192 192 192
67.3 67.3 67.3 67.3 67.3 67.3 67.3 67.3
110/26% 110/26% 110/26% 110/26% 110/26% 110/26% 110/26% 110/26%
£125/£250 £131/£262 £136/£271 £141/£281 £120/£240 £126/£252 £130/£261 £136/£271
CLA COUPE
C CLASS ESTATE
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£36,400 £34,245 £37,580 £38,880 £30,755 £33,295 £32,050 £32,750 £34,945 £36,085 £37,385 £38,280 £39,975 £41,275 £39,975 £41,275 £35,040 £36,680 £38,375 £31,550 £32,845 £33,545 £39,335 £41,030 £42,330 £40,265 £41,960 £43,260 £45,860 £47,555 £48,855 £62,415 £65,010 £69,165 £71,760
£34,245 £37,580 £38,880 £30,755 £32,050 £32,750 £36,085 £37,385 £38,280 £39,975 £41,275 £39,975 £41,275 £35,040 £36,680 £38,375 £31,550 £32,845 £33,545 £39,335 £41,030 £42,330 £40,265 £41,960 £43,260 £45,860 £47,555 £48,855 £62,415 £65,010 £69,165 £71,760
421.59 449.38 461.64 394.05 408.39 408.67 436.27 448.52 453.76 468.66 496.67 425.99 398.45 412.79 413.07 468.05 498.7 510.96 499.83 514.73 526.99 695.11 714.14 729.56 909.44 946.85 1005.73 1043.14
8.5 9.7 10.2 10.2 9.7 8.5 9.7 9.7 8.5 10.2 10.2 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.5 7.7 7.5 7.5 7.7 7.7 7.7 6.8 6.8 6.8 6.4 6.4 6.4 4.7 4.7 4.7 4.1 4.1 4 4
140 135 134 134 135 140 135 135 140 134 134 143 143 143 143 143 145 146 146 145 145 145 150 150 150 152 152 152 155 155 155 155 155 155 155
160 136 136 136 136 160 136 136 160 136 136 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 204 204 204 231 231 231 367 367 367 476 476 510 510
266 221 236 236 221 266 221 221 266 236 236 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 369 369 369 369 369 369 384 384 384 479 479 516 516
68.9 68.9 62.8 62.8 72.4 65.7 72.4 72.4 65.7 65.7 65.7 58.9 58.9 58.9 58.9 58.9 67.3 61.4 61.4 70.6 70.6 70.6 58.9 58.9 58.9 74.3 74.3 74.3 35.3 35.3 35.3 34.5 34.5 34.5 34.5
VERDICT The C Class Estate is well equipped and has a plush interior, but it’s not as good to drive as its rivals Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4702mm W 2020mm H Nmm Boot 350litres C350e AMG Line 5dr Auto £42,200 £42,200 523.1 6.2 153 293 258 134.5 C350e AMG Line Premium 5dr Auto £43,895 £43,895 539.73 6.2 153 293 258 122.8 C350e AMG Line Premium Plus Auto £45,195 £45,195 551.99 6.2 153 293 258 122.8 C350e Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £40,690 £40,690 575.49 6.2 153 293 258 134.5 C350e Sport Premium 5dr Auto !!!!! £42,995 £42,995 539.2 6.2 153 293 258 122.8 C350e Sport Premium Plus 5dr Auto !!!!! £44,295 £44,295 551.46 6.2 153 293 258 122.8 C180 AMG Line 5dr £34,865 8.4 139 156 184 47.1 C180 AMG Line Premium 5dr Auto £39,260 £36,097 8.5 138 156 184 43.5 C180 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto £41,460 £38,115 8.5 138 156 184 43.5 C180 SE 5dr £31,720 8.4 139 156 184 46.3 C180 Sport 5dr £33,370 8.4 139 156 184 46.3 C180 Sport Premium 5dr Auto £38,075 £35,035 8.5 138 156 184 42.2 C180 Sport Premium Plus 5dr Auto £40,275 £37,054 8.5 138 156 184 42.2 C200 4Matic AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £37,280 £37,280 463.87 7.3 145 184 221 40.4 C200 4Matic AMG Line Premium Aut !!!!! £38,975 £38,975 479.25 7.3 145 184 221 40.4 C200 4Matic AMG Line Premium+ Au !!!!! £40,275 £40,275 491.86 7.3 145 184 221 40.4 C200 AMG Line 5dr !!!!! £33,770 £33,770 428.16 7.7 146 184 221 49.6 C200 SE 5dr !!!!! £30,240 £30,240 384.79 7.7 146 184 221 51.4 C200 SE Executive Edition 5dr !!!!! £31,535 £31,535 403.41 7.7 146 184 221 51.4 C200 Sport 5dr !!!!! £32,235 £32,235 400.72 7.7 146 184 221 51.4 C200d AMG Line 5dr £37,640 8.7 137 160 266 67.3 C200d AMG Line 5dr !!!!! £35,485 £35,485 431.43 10.1 133 136 221 61.4 C200d AMG Line Premium 5dr Auto !!!!! £38,780 £38,780 458.51 10.6 132 136 236 61.4 C200d AMG Line Premium Plus Auto !!!!! £40,080 £40,080 470.77 10.6 132 136 236 61.4 C200d SE 5dr !!!!! £31,955 £31,955 403.37 10.1 133 136 221 65.7 C200d SE 5dr £34,495 8.7 137 160 266 64.2 C200d SE Executive Edition 5dr !!!!! £33,290 £33,290 418.23 10.1 133 136 221 64.2 C200d Sport 5dr !!!!! £33,990 £33,990 418.51 10.1 133 136 221 64.2 C200d Sport 5dr £36,145 8.7 137 160 266 64.2 C200d Sport Premium 5dr Auto !!!!! £37,285 £37,285 445.59 10.6 132 136 236 65.7 C200d Sport Premium Plus 5dr Auto !!!!! £38,585 £38,585 457.85 10.6 132 136 236 65.7 C220d 4Matic AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £39,480 £39,480 463.08 7.5 143 170 295 57.7 C220d 4Matic AMG Line Premium Au !!!!! £41,175 £41,175 493.73 7.5 143 170 295 57.7
C200d AMG Line 4dr C200d AMG Line 4dr C200d AMG Line Premium 4dr Auto C200d AMG Line Premium Plus Auto C200d SE 4dr C200d SE 4dr C200d SE Executive Edition 4dr C200d Sport 4dr C200d Sport 4dr C200d Sport Premium 4dr Auto C200d Sport Premium Plus 4dr Auto C220d 4Matic AMG Line 4dr Auto C220d 4Matic AMG Line Premium Au C220d 4Matic AMG Line Premiu+ Au C220d 4Matic Nightfall Ed Premiu Au C220d 4Matic Nightfall Ed Premi+ Au C220d AMG Line 4dr C220d Nightfall Edition 4dr Auto C220d Nightfall Edition Premium Aut C220d SE 4dr C220d SE Executive Edition 4dr C220d Sport 4dr C250d 4Matic AMG Line 4dr Auto C250d 4Matic AMG Line Premium Au C250d 4Matic AMG Line Premiu+ Au C300h AMG Line 4dr Auto C300h AMG Line Premium 4dr Auto C300h AMG Line Premium Plus Auto AMG C43 4Matic 4dr Auto AMG C43 4Matic Premium 4dr Auto AMG C43 4Matic Premium Plus Auto AMG C63 4dr Auto AMG C63 Premium 4dr Auto AMG C63 S 4dr Auto AMG C63 S Premium 4dr Auto
A TO Z MERCEDES-BENZ
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VERDICT The CLA will convince a fair share of buyers on looks alone. However, there are others available at the same money that do things better Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4630mm W 2032mm H 1431mm Boot 470litres CLA 180 AMG Line 4dr !!!!! £28,695 £26,192 341.66 9 130 122 148 51.4 128/26% £123/£247 55.17 45% CLA 180 AMG Line Edition 4dr £27,095 £24,767 9 130 122 148 42.2 152/31% £137/£274 48% CLA 180 Sport 4dr !!!!! £26,495 £24,190 319.39 9 130 122 148 51.4 128/26% £114/£228 52.27 47% CLA 180 WhiteArt 4dr !!!!! £29,540 £26,961 9 130 122 148 51.4 128/26% £127/£254 64.06 46% CLA 200 AMG Line Edition 4dr £28,310 £25,845 8.2 142 156 184 44.1 147/30% £140/£281 47% CLA 200 AMG Line Night Edition 4dr £30,320 £27,674 8.2 142 156 184 44.1 147/30% £150/£301 46% CLA 200 AMG Line Night Edition Plus £32,015 £29,216 8.2 142 156 184 44.1 147/30% £159/£318 46% CLA 220 AMG Line Nt Ed 4Mati Ti Au £34,555 £31,556 7.1 149 184 221 38.7 168/34% £193/£385 44% CLA 220 AMG Line Nt Ed+ 4Ma Ti Au £36,250 £33,098 7.1 149 184 221 38.7 168/34% £202/£404 44% CLA 250 AMG 4dr !!!!! £33,745 £30,819 414.38 6.5 155 218 258 42.2 156/32% £177/£354 66.81 45% CLA 250 AMG 4Matic 4dr Tip Auto !!!!! £36,945 £33,731 459.63 6.4 155 218 258 41.5 160/33% £200/£400 72.74 43% CLA 250 WhiteArt AMG 4dr !!!!! £36,520 £33,344 6.5 155 218 258 42.2 156/32% £192/£384 84.44 43% CLA 250 WhiteArt AMG 4dr Tip Auto !!!!! £37,810 £34,490 6.4 155 218 258 45.6 143/29% £182/£363 85.63 43% CLA 250 WhiteArt AMG 4Mati Ti Au !!!!! £39,720 £36,256 6.4 155 218 258 41.5 160/33% £215/£431 91.24 42% CLA 200d AMG Line 4dr !!!!! £30,845 £28,148 342.55 9.5 137 136 221 67.3 109/25% £128/£255 53.04 43% CLA 200d Sport 4dr !!!!! £28,645 £26,146 320.03 9.5 137 136 221 67.3 109/25% £118/£237 50.12 44% CLA 200d WhiteArt 4dr !!!!! £31,690 £28,917 9.5 137 136 221 67.3 109/25% £131/£262 62.52 44% CLA 220d AMG Line 4dr Tip Auto !!!!! £33,875 £30,905 382.33 7.7 144 177 258 68.9 106/25% £140/£281 57.92 42% CLA 220d AMG Line 4Matic Tip Auto !!!!! £35,515 £32,401 407.58 7.7 143 177 258 58.9 123/28% £165/£329 62.49 41% CLA 220d AMG Line Night Editi Ti Au £34,285 £31,310 7.7 144 170 258 52.3 142/32% £180/£360 44% CLA 220d AMG Line Night Edi+ Ti Au £35,980 £32,853 7.7 144 170 258 52.3 142/32% £189/£378 44% CLA 220d AMG Line Ngt Ed 4M Ti Au £35,885 £32,766 7.7 143 170 258 51.4 145/33% £194/£389 43% CLA 220d AMG Line Nt Ed+ 4M Ti Au £37,580 £34,309 7.7 143 170 258 51.4 145/33% £204/£407 43% CLA 220d Sport 4dr Tip Auto !!!!! £31,675 £28,903 359.81 7.7 144 177 258 68.9 106/25% £131/£262 55 43% CLA 220d Sport 4Matic 4dr Tip Auto !!!!! £33,315 £30,399 385.06 7.7 143 177 258 58.9 123/28% £154/£309 59.57 42% CLA 220d WhiteArt 4dr Tip Auto !!!!! £34,720 £31,674 7.7 144 177 258 68.9 106/25% £144/£288 68.4 43%
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VERDICT The B Class is a decent bet if you want as much space and prestige as possible, but it’s expensive and not great to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4393mm W 2010mm H 1557mm Boot 488litres B180 AMG Line 5dr !!!!! £25,840 £23,156 324.87 9 124 122 148 41.5 155/32% £135/£270 B180 AMG Line Executive 5dr !!!!! £26,835 £24,079 337.07 9 124 122 148 41.5 155/32% £140/£280 B180 AMG Line Premium 5dr !!!!! £27,535 £24,728 345.09 9 124 122 148 41.5 155/32% £144/£288 B180 AMG Line Premium Plus 5dr !!!!! £28,835 £25,934 358.16 9 124 122 148 41.5 155/32% £151/£302 B180 Exclusive Edition 5dr £25,245 £22,604 9 124 122 148 42.2 153/31% £128/£255 B180 Exclusive Edition Plus 5dr £26,940 £24,176 9 124 122 148 42.2 153/31% £136/£273 B180 SE 5dr !!!!! £23,550 £21,032 298.34 9 124 122 148 42.2 153/31% £119/£238 B200 AMG Line 5dr !!!!! £27,055 £24,260 345.51 8.2 137 156 184 44.1 149/30% £134/£268 B200 AMG Line Executive 5dr !!!!! £28,050 £25,183 357.71 8.2 137 156 184 44.1 149/30% £139/£278 B200 AMG Line Premium 5dr !!!!! £28,750 £25,832 365.74 8.2 137 156 184 44.1 149/30% £142/£285 B200 AMG Line Premium Plus 5dr !!!!! £30,050 £27,038 378.8 8.2 137 156 184 44.1 149/30% £149/£298 B200 Exclusive Edition 5dr £26,460 £23,708 8.2 137 156 184 44.1 149/30% £131/£262 B200 Exclusive Edition Plus 5dr £28,155 £25,280 8.2 137 156 184 44.1 149/30% £140/£279 B200d AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £29,590 £26,634 374.94 8.9 130 136 221 52.3 145/33% £160/£319 B200d AMG Line Executive 5dr Auto !!!!! £30,585 £27,557 387.12 8.9 130 136 221 52.3 145/33% £165/£330 B200d AMG Line Premium 5dr Auto !!!!! £31,285 £28,206 395.14 8.9 130 136 221 52.3 145/33% £169/£338 B200d AMG Line Premium Plus Auto !!!!! £32,585 £29,412 408.26 8.9 130 136 221 52.3 145/33% £176/£352 B200d Exclusive Edition 5dr Auto £28,995 £26,082 8.9 130 136 221 52.3 145/33% £156/£313 B200d Exclusive Edition Plus Auto £30,690 £27,654 8.9 130 136 221 52.3 145/33% £166/£331 B220d 170 4Matic AMG Line Auto £32,935 £29,759 7.9 137 170 258 48.7 152/34% £182/£363 B220d 170 4Matic AMG Line Exec Au £33,930 £30,682 7.9 137 170 258 48.7 152/34% £187/£375 B220d 170 4Matic AMG Line Pre Au £34,630 £31,331 7.9 137 170 258 48.7 152/34% £191/£382 B220d 170 4Matic AMG Line Pre+ Au £35,930 £32,537 7.9 137 170 258 48.7 152/34% £199/£397 B220d 170 4Matic Exclusive Editi Au £32,340 £29,207 7.9 137 170 258 48.7 152/34% £178/£357 B220d 170 4Matic Exclusive Edit+ Au £34,035 £30,779 7.9 137 170 258 48.7 152/34% £188/£376 B220d 170 AMG Line 5dr Auto £31,020 £27,960 7.6 139 170 258 52.3 142/32% £162/£325 B220d 170 AMG Line Executive Auto £32,015 £28,883 7.6 139 170 258 52.3 142/32% £168/£335 B220d 170 AMG Line Premium Auto £32,715 £29,532 7.6 139 170 258 52.3 142/32% £171/£343 B220d 170 AMG Line Premium+ Auto £34,015 £30,738 7.6 139 170 258 52.3 142/32% £178/£357 B220d 170 Exclusive Edition 5dr Auto £30,425 £27,408 7.6 139 170 258 52.3 142/32% £159/£319 B220d 170 Exclusive Edition Plus Aut £32,120 £28,980 7.6 139 170 258 52.3 142/32% £168/£337
B CLASS HATCHBACK
A180d AMG Line 4dr Auto A180d AMG Line Executive 4dr Auto A180d AMG Line Premium 4dr Auto A180d AMG Line Premium Plus Auto A180d Sport 4dr Auto A180d Sport Executive 4dr Auto A180d Sport Premium 4dr Auto A180d Sport Premium Plus 4dr Auto
53/0% 53/0% 53/0% 49/0% 53/0% 53/0% 136/28% 148/30% 148/30% 140/29% 140/29% 152/31% 152/31% 159/32% 159/32% 159/32% 132/27% 128/26% 128/26% 128/26% 111/26% 117/27% 121/28% 121/28% 109/25% 115/27% 111/26% 111/26% 115/27% 114/26% 114/26% 129/29% 129/29%
108/25% 106/25% 116/27% 116/27% 101/24% 113/26% 101/24% 101/24% 113/26% 111/26% 111/26% 127/29% 127/29% 127/29% 127/29% 127/29% 110/26% 117/27% 117/27% 103/24% 103/24% 103/24% 127/29% 127/29% 127/29% 100/0% 100/0% 100/0% 183/37% 183/37% 183/37% 192/37% 192/37% 192/37% 192/37%
-/-/-/-/-/-/£162/£323 £195/£390 £206/£412 £152/£304 £160/£320 £194/£388 £205/£410 £196/£392 £205/£410 £212/£424 £151/£302 £130/£260 £136/£271 £139/£278 £162/£324 £159/£317 £180/£360 £186/£372 £132/£265 £154/£308 £143/£286 £146/£292 £162/£323 £160/£321 £166/£332 £190/£379 £198/£396
£151/£302 £142/£284 £168/£336 £174/£348 £122/£244 £143/£286 £127/£255 £130/£260 £150/£301 £155/£311 £161/£322 £184/£368 £192/£384 £198/£397 £192/£384 £198/£397 £151/£302 £164/£328 £172/£343 £125/£251 £131/£261 £133/£267 £189/£378 £197/£394 £203/£407 -/-/-/£277/£555 £288/£576 £296/£592 £377/£754 £393/£786 £419/£837 £435/£869
70.55 73.05 74.62 77.04 72.94 74.5 72.94 74.91 76.51 61.89 55.52 61.9 58.47 63.96 67.63 69.19 59.72 61.81 61.88 65.35 66.92 69.05 72.92
61.72 66.23 67.79 57.74 59.57 59.64 64.15 65.71 67.65 69.56 73.09 62.48 58.52 60.35 60.42 69.19 73.07 74.63 70.99 72.9 74.46 103.01 105.43 107.38 130.68 135.4 142.75 147.46
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Torque (lb/ft) 184 221 221 221 221 221 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 369 369 369 369 369 369 369 369 384 384 384 479 479 516 516
295 295 295 295 295 295 295 369 369 369 369 369 369 384 384 384 479 479 516 516
48.7 40.9 40.9 40.9 49.6 53.3 58.9 58.9 58.9 65.7 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 68.9 64.2 64.2 58.9 58.9 58.9 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 35.3 35.3 35.3 32.8 32.8 32.8 32.8
57.7 57.7 62.8 60.1 67.3 65.7 65.7 57.7 57.7 57.7 68.9 68.9 68.9 34.9 34.9 34.9 33.6 33.6 33.6 33.6
Gov’t MPG True MPG
VERDICT If you’re after a relaxed cruiser, the C Class Cabriolet is the best four-seat drop-top for the money Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4686mm W 2016mm H 1409mm Boot 360litres C180 AMG Line 2dr £38,779 8.9 138 156 184 43.5 C200 AMG Line 2dr !!!!! £38,445 £38,445 446.62 8.2 146 184 221 46.3
C CLASS CABRIOLET CONVERTIBLE
C CLASS COUPE
505.99 435.83 407.77 422.11 422.4 493.32 508.22 520.48 509.67 524.57 536.82 707.37 726.41 741.83 921.7 959.11 1018 1055.41
Contract hire per month
156 184 184 184 184 184 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 204 204 204 204 204 204 204 204 367 367 367 476 476 510 510
Target Price 020 8267 4138
£42,475 £39,480 £36,280 £37,880 £32,750 £34,045 £34,745 £40,535 £42,230 £43,530 £41,485 £43,180 £44,480 £47,060 £48,755 £50,055 £63,615 £66,210 £70,365 £72,960
0-62mph (sec)
VERDICT Does well on comfort and safety but trails rivals in terms of driving fun Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4696mm W 2016mm H 1405mm Boot 380litres C180 AMG Line 2dr £34,960 8.5 140 C200 4Matic AMG Line 2dr Auto !!!!! £37,375 £33,851 441.65 7.5 142 C200 4Matic AMG Line Premium Aut !!!!! £39,070 £35,381 458.86 7.5 142 C200 4Matic AMG Line Premium+ Au !!!!! £40,370 £36,554 472.87 7.5 142 C200 AMG Line 2dr !!!!! £33,865 £30,653 404.78 7.7 147 C200 Sport 2dr !!!!! £32,330 £29,264 387.83 7.7 147 C220d 4Matic AMG Line 2dr Auto !!!!! £39,575 £35,806 440.76 7.6 144 C220d 4Matic AMG Line Premium Au !!!!! £41,270 £37,336 473.23 7.6 144 C220d 4Matic AMG Line Premiu+ Au !!!!! £42,570 £38,509 486.88 7.6 144 C220d AMG Line 2dr !!!!! £36,375 £32,918 408.99 7.8 145 C220d AMG Line Premium 2dr Auto !!!!! £39,670 £35,892 437.75 7.5 145 C220d AMG Line Premium Plus Auto !!!!! £40,970 £37,065 467.15 7.5 145 C220d Nightfall Ed Premium Plus Aut £40,970 £37,065 7.5 145 C220d Nightfall Edition Premium Aut £39,670 £35,892 7.5 145 C220d Sport 2dr !!!!! £34,840 £31,529 402.72 7.8 145 C220d Sport Premium 2dr Auto !!!!! £38,175 £34,543 432 7.5 145 C220d Sport Premium Plus 2dr Auto !!!!! £39,475 £35,716 445.65 7.5 145 C250d 4Matic AMG Line 2dr Auto !!!!! £40,630 £36,758 469.61 6.9 150 C250d 4Matic AMG Line Premium Au !!!!! £42,325 £38,288 486.32 6.9 150 C250d 4Matic AMG Line Premiu+ Au !!!!! £43,625 £39,461 499.97 6.9 150 C250d AMG Line 2dr Auto !!!!! £39,030 £35,314 434.13 6.7 153 C250d AMG Line Premium 2dr Auto !!!!! £40,725 £36,844 466.59 6.7 153 C250d AMG Line Premium Plus Auto !!!!! £42,025 £38,017 480.24 6.7 153 C250d Nightfall Ed Premium Plus Aut £42,025 £38,017 6.7 153 C250d Nightfall Edition Premium Aut £40,725 £36,844 6.7 153 AMG C43 4Matic 2dr Auto !!!!! £47,680 £47,680 671.73 4.7 155 AMG C43 4Matic Premium 2dr Auto !!!!! £49,375 £49,375 685.81 4.7 155 AMG C43 4Matic Premium Plus Auto !!!!! £50,675 £50,675 701.23 4.7 155 AMG C63 2dr Auto !!!!! £63,515 £63,515 858.33 4 155 AMG C63 Premium 2dr Auto !!!!! £66,110 £66,110 895.74 4 155 AMG C63 S 2dr Auto !!!!! £70,425 £70,425 957.9 3.9 155 AMG C63 S Premium 2dr Auto !!!!! £73,020 £73,020 995.31 3.9 155
Price on the road
£42,475 £39,480 £36,280 £37,880 £32,750 £34,045 £34,745 £40,535 £42,230 £43,530 £41,485 £43,180 £44,480 £47,060 £48,755 £50,055 £63,615 £66,210 £70,365 £72,960
Max speed (mph) 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 204 204 204 231 231 231 367 367 367 476 476 510 510
VERDICT
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Power (ps)
143 140 143 144 143 143 143 150 150 150 148 148 148 155 155 155 155 155 155 155
C220d 4Matic AMG Line Premiu+ Au C220d 4Matic Nightfall Edition Auto C220d AMG Line 5dr C220d Nightfall Edition 5dr Auto C220d SE 5dr C220d SE Executive Edition 5dr C220d Sport 5dr C250d 4Matic AMG Line 5dr Auto C250d 4Matic AMG Line Premium Au C250d 4Matic AMG Line Premiu+ Au C300h AMG Line 5dr Auto C300h AMG Line Premium 5dr Auto C300h AMG Line Premium Plus Auto AMG C43 4Matic 5dr Auto AMG C43 4Matic Premium 5dr Auto AMG C43 4Matic Premium Plus Auto AMG C63 5dr Auto AMG C63 Premium 5dr Auto AMG C63 S 5dr Auto AMG C63 S Premium 5dr Auto
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115 20% / 40%
Monthly company car tax bill 74.48 64.34 60.1 62.13 62.2 72.56 74.46 76.03 72.84 74.75 76.31 104.75 107.17 109.13 132.67 137.38 144.74 149.45
£156/£312 £196/£393 70.13 £205/£411 72.32 £212/£425 74.1 £151/£302 62.61 £134/£268 59.66 £190/£380 66.2 £198/£396 70.31 £205/£409 72.04 £157/£313 60.72 £177/£355 65.22 £183/£366 68.93 £183/£366 £177/£355 £144/£289 59.47 £164/£329 64.03 £170/£340 65.77 £195/£390 69.59 £203/£407 71.72 £210/£419 73.45 £181/£362 64.51 £189/£378 68.61 £195/£390 70.34 £195/£390 £189/£378 £289/£577 100.34 £299/£598 102.2 £307/£614 104.15 £384/£767 126.36 £400/£799 131.07 £426/£853 138.83 £442/£885 143.54
£204/£408 £190/£379 £162/£324 £176/£351 £136/£271 £141/£282 £144/£288 £195/£389 £203/£406 £209/£418 -/-/-/£285/£570 £295/£590 £303/£606 £384/£769 £400/£801 £426/£852 £442/£884
Cost per mile
149/30% £193/£385 139/28% £178/£356 68.74
134/27% 157/32% 157/32% 157/32% 132/27% 123/25% 127/29% 127/29% 127/29% 113/26% 117/27% 117/27% 117/27% 117/27% 106/25% 112/26% 112/26% 127/29% 127/29% 127/29% 120/28% 120/28% 120/28% 120/28% 120/28% 183/37% 183/37% 183/37% 200/37% 200/37% 200/37% 200/37%
129/29% 129/29% 115/27% 120/28% 106/25% 108/25% 108/25% 129/29% 129/29% 129/29% 104/0% 104/0% 104/0% 185/37% 185/37% 185/37% 196/37% 196/37% 196/37% 196/37%
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 46% 44%
46% 46% 46% 46% 47% 47% 43% 43% 43% 43% 44% 44% 45% 44% 43% 43% 44% 43% 43% 44% 43% 44% 44% 45% 45% 46% 47% 47% 46% 46% 46% 47%
38% 38% 37% 38% 35% 37% 36% 37% 38% 38% 39% 40% 40% 43% 43% 44% 43% 43% 44% 44%
Insurance group 36E
32E 33E 33E 32E 32E 32E 32E 32E 32E 32E 33E 34E 34E 31E 32E 32E 37E 37E 37E 37E 38E 38E 38E 38E 45E 45E 45E 47E 48E 48E 48E
31E 31E 30E 29E 31E 36E 36E 37E 37E 38E 38E 43E 43E 43E 47E 47E 48E 48E
MERCEDES-BENZ KEY INFO
Monthly company car tax bill 20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles Cost per mile
Torque (lb/ft)
Power (ps)
Max speed (mph)
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
VERDICT
£131/£262 £148/£296 £153/£306 £157/£313 £163/£327 £136/£272 £141/£282 £141/£282 £146/£293 £150/£300 £157/£313 £195/£389 £200/£401 £204/£409 £212/£423 £187/£375 £193/£386 £197/£394 £204/£409 £195/£390 £201/£401 £205/£410 £212/£425 £182/£364 £188/£375 £192/£383 £199/£398 £180/£361 £186/£372 £190/£380 £197/£395 £162/£325 £168/£336 £168/£336 £173/£347 £177/£354 £184/£369 £203/£407 £209/£418 £221/£441 £213/£426 £196/£391 £202/£403
49.99 51.34 52.14 53.78 46.82 48.17 48.26 49.6 50.4 51.9 61.86 63.21 63.04 66.35 60.75 62.09 62.89 64.39 55.19 56.53 57.32 58.96 54.08 55.42 56.21 57.71 51.21 52.55 53.34 54.98 48.97 50.31 49.64 50.98 51.77 53.27 57.56 58.9 61.33 59.7 56.45 57.79
62% 54% 54% 53% 53% 57% 57% 55% 55% 54% 54% 51% 51% 50% 50% 51% 52% 51% 51% 44% 44% 44% 44% 44% 45% 44% 44% 44% 44% 43% 43% 46% 46% 44% 45% 44% 44% 43% 44% 43% 43% 44% 44%
158/32% 153/31% 153/31% 153/31% 153/31% 151/31% 151/31% 151/31% 151/31% 151/31% 151/31% 169/34% 169/34% 169/34% 169/34% 166/34% 166/34% 166/34% 166/34% 155/35% 155/35% 155/35% 155/35% 153/34% 153/34% 153/34% 153/34% 150/34% 150/34% 150/34% 150/34% 147/33% 147/33% 147/33% 147/33% 147/33% 147/33% 157/35% 157/35% 157/35% 157/35% 155/35% 155/35%
VERDICT The GLA looks good, both inside and out, but rivals are better to drive and cheaper to buy and own Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4417mm W 2022mm H Nmm Boot 481litres GLA 180 Urban Edition 5dr £25,105 £25,105 9 124 122 148 49.6 GLA 200 AMG Line 5dr !!!!! £29,175 £26,450 8.4 134 156 184 42.2 GLA 200 AMG Line Executive 5dr !!!!! £30,170 £27,348 8.4 134 156 184 42.2 GLA 200 AMG Line Premium 5dr !!!!! £30,870 £27,980 8.4 134 156 184 42.2 GLA 200 AMG Line Premium Plus 5dr !!!!! £32,170 £29,153 8.4 134 156 184 42.2 GLA 200 SE 5dr !!!!! £26,885 £24,384 8.4 134 156 184 42.8 GLA 200 SE Executive 5dr !!!!! £27,880 £25,282 8.4 134 156 184 42.8 GLA 200 Sport 5dr !!!!! £27,880 £25,282 8.4 134 156 184 42.8 GLA 200 Sport Executive 5dr !!!!! £28,875 £26,180 8.4 134 156 184 42.8 GLA 200 Sport Premium 5dr !!!!! £29,575 £26,811 8.4 134 156 184 42.8 GLA 200 Sport Premium Plus 5dr !!!!! £30,875 £27,985 8.4 134 156 184 42.8 GLA 250 4Matic AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £34,915 £31,631 6.6 143 211 258 38.7 GLA 250 4Matic AMG Line Execut Au !!!!! £35,910 £32,529 6.6 143 211 258 38.7 GLA 250 4Matic AMG Line Premi Aut !!!!! £36,610 £33,160 6.6 143 211 258 38.7 GLA 250 4Matic AMG Line Prem+ Au !!!!! £37,910 £34,334 6.6 143 211 258 38.7 GLA 250 4Matic Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £33,620 £30,462 6.6 143 211 258 38.7 GLA 250 4Matic Sport Executive Aut !!!!! £34,615 £31,360 6.6 143 211 258 38.7 GLA 250 4Matic Sport Premium Auto !!!!! £35,315 £31,992 6.6 143 211 258 38.7 GLA 250 4Matic Sport Premium+ Au !!!!! £36,615 £33,165 6.6 143 211 258 38.7 GLA 200d 4Matic AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £34,295 £31,102 9.1 124 136 221 48.7 GLA 200d 4Matic AMG Line Exec Aut !!!!! £35,290 £32,000 9.1 124 136 221 48.7 GLA 200d 4Matic AMG Line Prem Au !!!!! £35,990 £32,632 9.1 124 136 221 48.7 GLA 200d 4Matic AMG Line Pre+ Au !!!!! £37,290 £33,805 9.1 124 136 221 48.7 GLA 200d 4Matic Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £33,000 £29,933 9.1 124 136 221 48.7 GLA 200d 4Matic Sport Executive Au !!!!! £33,995 £30,831 9.1 124 136 221 48.7 GLA 200d 4Matic Sport Premium Au !!!!! £34,695 £31,463 9.1 124 136 221 48.7 GLA 200d 4Matic Sport Premiu+ Aut !!!!! £35,995 £32,636 9.1 124 136 221 48.7 GLA 200d AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £32,380 £29,343 9.1 127 136 221 49.6 GLA 200d AMG Line Executive Auto !!!!! £33,375 £30,241 9.1 127 136 221 49.6 GLA 200d AMG Line Premium Auto !!!!! £34,075 £30,873 9.1 127 136 221 49.6 GLA 200d AMG Line Premium+ Auto !!!!! £35,375 £32,046 9.1 127 136 221 49.6 GLA 200d SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £30,090 £27,276 9.1 127 136 221 51.4 GLA 200d SE Executive 5dr Auto !!!!! £31,085 £28,174 9.1 127 136 221 51.4 GLA 200d Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £31,085 £28,174 9.1 127 136 221 51.4 GLA 200d Sport Executive 5dr Auto !!!!! £32,080 £29,072 9.1 127 136 221 51.4 GLA 200d Sport Premium 5dr Auto !!!!! £32,780 £29,704 9.1 127 136 221 51.4 GLA 200d Sport Premium Plus Auto !!!!! £34,080 £30,877 9.1 127 136 221 51.4 GLA 220d 4Matic AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £35,725 £32,392 7.7 135 177 258 47.1 GLA 220d 4Matic AMG Line Exec Aut !!!!! £36,720 £33,290 7.7 135 177 258 47.1 GLA 220d 4Matic AMG Line Pre+ Aut !!!!! £38,720 £35,095 7.7 135 177 258 47.1 GLA 220d 4Matic AMG Line Premi Au !!!!! £37,420 £33,922 7.7 135 177 258 47.1 GLA 220d 4Matic Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £34,430 £31,224 7.7 135 177 258 47.9 GLA 220d 4Matic Sport Executive Au !!!!! £35,425 £32,122 7.7 135 177 258 47.9
GLA SUV
40% 40% 41% 39%
VERDICT The S Class Cabriolet is a convertible luxury car based on the coupé version and it may be the best of its kind currently on sale. Doors 2 Seats 4 L 5027mm W 2108mm H 1420mm Boot 350litres S560 AMG Line 2dr Auto £116,470 £102,910 4.6 155 469 516 27.7 233/37% £707/£1414 S560 AMG Line Premium 2dr Auto £121,465 £107,705 4.6 155 469 516 27.7 233/37% £738/£1476 S63 612 2dr Auto £141,170 £125,796 4.2 155 612 664 25.9 250/37% £859/£1719 S65 2dr Auto !!!!! £197,580 £193,684 4.1 155 630 738 19.9 325/37% £1205/£2411 -
S CLASS CABRIOLET CONVERTIBLE
21E 23E 23E 24E 24E 23E 23E 22E 23E 24E 24E 29E 30E 30E 31E 29E 29E 30E 30E 22E 22E 23E 23E 21E 22E 23E 23E 21E 21E 22E 22E 21E 21E 21E 21E 22E 22E 27E 28E 29E 28E 27E 27E
50E 50E 50E 50E
VERDICT The supremely re ined S Class Coupé is fast, luxurious and stuffed full of technology. It's one of the best large, sporting coupés you can buy Doors 2 Seats 4 L 5027mm W 2108mm H 1414mm Boot 400litres S560 AMG Line 2dr Auto £104,675 £94,587 4.6 155 469 516 28.3 228/37% £634/£1269 40% 50E S560 AMG Line Premium 2dr Auto £109,670 £99,382 4.6 155 469 516 28.3 228/37% £665/£1330 40% 50E AMG S63 612 2dr Auto £128,075 £115,483 4.2 155 612 664 27.9 231/37% £779/£1557 36% 50E AMG S65 2dr Auto !!!!! £189,685 £185,947 4.1 155 630 738 19.9 325/37% £1157/£2313 397.69 35% 50E
S CLASS COUPE
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
MERCEDES-BENZ
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z MERCEDES-BENZ Insurance group
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£41,345 £36,950 £39,850 £43,115 £44,415 £41,620 £42,920 £44,465 £45,765 £45,765 £40,955 £43,855 £43,855 £40,955 £39,460 £42,360 £43,610 £44,910 £44,910 £43,610 £51,975 £53,275 £67,350 £68,645 £73,810 £75,105
£41,345 £36,950 £39,850 £43,115 £44,415 £41,620 £42,920 £44,465 £45,765 £45,765 £40,955 £43,855 £43,855 £40,955 £39,460 £42,360 £43,610 £44,910 £44,910 £43,610 £51,975 £53,275 £67,350 £68,645 £73,810 £75,105
485.38 428.92 454.15 523.32 537.34 507.84 521.85 510.88 524.9 465.18 490.88 434.72 476.17 488.1 501.75 688.9 704.79 881.03 891.9 971.4 982.27
7.8 8.2 7.8 6.4 6.4 6.4 6.4 8.1 8.1 8.1 8.3 8.2 8.2 8.3 8.3 8.2 7.2 7.2 7.2 7.2 4.8 4.8 4.2 4.2 4.1 4.1
145 146 145 155 155 155 155 140 140 140 144 144 144 144 144 144 151 151 151 151 155 155 155 155 155 155
184 184 184 245 245 245 245 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 204 204 204 204 367 367 476 476 510 510
221 221 221 273 273 273 273 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 369 369 369 369 384 384 479 479 516 516
44.8 47.1 46.3 40.9 40.9 42.2 42.2 54.3 54.3 54.3 62.8 57.7 57.7 62.8 62.8 61.4 57.7 57.7 57.7 57.7 33.6 33.6 31.7 31.7 31.7 31.7
141/29% 136/28% 138/28% 155/32% 155/32% 151/31% 151/31% 134/30% 134/30% 134/30% 119/27% 126/29% 126/29% 119/27% 116/27% 121/28% 126/29% 126/29% 126/29% 126/29% 194/37% 194/37% 208/37% 208/37% 208/37% 208/37%
£199/£397 £171/£342 £185/£370 £227/£454 £234/£468 £212/£424 £219/£438 £220/£439 £226/£452 £226/£452 £183/£366 £211/£421 £211/£421 £183/£366 £176/£353 £197/£393 £210/£419 £216/£432 £216/£432 £210/£419 £313/£625 £321/£641 £407/£815 £415/£831 £447/£894 £455/£910
6.2 6.2 8.4 7.3 7.3 5.9 5.9
155 155 139 149 149 155 155
286 286 150 194 194 258 258
VERDICT The best luxury car around. It’s great to drive and be driven in Doors 4 Seats 5 L 5462mm W 2130mm H 1498mm Boot 500litres Maybach S650 4dr Auto £176,910 £162,204 AMG S63L 4dr Auto !!!!! £127,350 £122,355 AMG S63L Executive 4dr Auto £131,950 £126,771 AMG S65L 4dr Auto £188,410 £180,985 -
S CLASS SALOON
4.7 4.3 4.3 4.2
155 155 155 155
630 612 612 630
738 664 664 738
20.2 27.7 27.7 19.9
VERDICT A superb four-seat open-top cruiser that specialises in comfort and splendid isolation Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4846mm W 2065mm H 1429mm Boot x E220d AMG Line 9G-Tronic !!!!! £44,675 £40,045 6.4 155 245 273 40.4 E350d AMG Line 9G-Tronic £55,910 £50,606
E CLASS CABRIOLET CONVERTIBLE
E CLASS COUPE
£1078/£2156 £774/£1548 £803/£1605 £1149/£2298
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74.51 66.3 70.16 79.97 81.75 77.58 79.36 75.88 77.66 68.26 72.55 64.4 70.09 71.97 73.7 103.25 105.3 129.92 131.32 141.25 142.65
28% 35% 35% 32%
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44% 44% 44% 43% 44% 43% 43% 39% 38% 40% 39% 39% 40% 40% 39% 39% 39% 40% 40% 40% 45% 45% 48% 49% 49% 50%
50E 50E 50E 50E
35E
35E 41E 35E
31E 31E 41E 41E
31E 31E 29E 31E 31E 41E 41E
50E 50E
38E 35E 37E 42E 42E 41E 41E 36E 36E 39E 36E 36E 38E 37E 36E 36E 41E 42E 41E 41E 45E 45E 47E 47E 50E 50E
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7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7 7.7 4.4 4.4 4.4
135 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 135 155 155 155
177 177 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 170 381 381 381
258 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 350 350 350
47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 33.2 33.2 38.2
155/35% £206/£411 58.59 155/35% £213/£426 60.08 157/35% £203/£407 157/35% £209/£418 157/35% £221/£441 157/35% £213/£426 155/35% £196/£391 155/35% £202/£403 155/35% £206/£411 155/35% £213/£426 193/37% £286/£572 98.78 193/37% £298/£595 101.94 172/35% £308/£617 118.4
137 137
585 585
39.2 39.2 31.7 -
85.6 47.9 47.9 42.8 42.8 23.9
52.3 56.5 52.3 56.5
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37.2 37.2 23.0
627 21.6 627 21.6
457 457 354 561
354 369 369 457 457 561
295 295 369 369
VERDICT A supreme grand tourer, although the more expensive versions make little sense Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4612mm W 2099mm H 1314mm Boot 504litres SL 400 Edition 2dr Auto £75,000 £75,000 4.9 155 367 SL 400 AMG Line 2dr Auto !!!!! £73,810 £73,810 4.9 155 367 SL 500 AMG Line 2dr Auto £82,860 £82,860 4.3 155 455
SL CONVERTIBLE
354 36.7 354 36.7 516 30.7
VERDICT The two-seat, open-top SLC is re ined and well equipped, but not much fun to drive Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4133mm W 2006mm H 1301mm Boot 225litres SLC 180 AMG Line 2dr !!!!! £32,444 £27,399 7.9 140 156 184 44.1 SLC 200 AMG Line 2dr !!!!! £35,350 £30,116 435.15 7 149 184 221 40.4
SLC CONVERTIBLE
VERDICT Great on space and comfort, but it lags behind on quality, Economy and re inement Doors 5 Seats 7 L 5146mm W 2141mm H Nmm Boot 680litres GLS 350d 4Matic AMG Line !!!!! £71,430 7.8 138 GLS 350d 4Matic Designo Line !!!!! £80,425 7.8 138 AMG GLS 63 4Matic !!!!! £104,850 4.6 155 585
GLS SUV
4.5 4.5
G CLASS SUV
VERDICT Charming but lawed in a number of areas Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4873mm W 2187mm H 1966mm Boot 667litres AMG G63 5dr Tip Auto !!!!! £143,305 £143,305 AMG G63 Edition 1 5dr Tip Auto £164,495 £164,495 -
140 140 155 155
258 258 367 585
7.1 7.1 5.7 4.2
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H Nmm Boot 480litres £71,715 £62,420 £59,325 £74,085 £98,885 -
VERDICT Sloped-roof styling for the GLE Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4819mm W 2141mm GLE 350d 4Matic Designo Line !!!!! GLE 350d 4Matic AMG Line !!!!! AMG GLE 43 4Matic Designo Line !!!!! AMG GLE 63 S 4Matic 5dr 7G-Tronic !!!!!
GLE COUPE SUV
449 204 204 258 258 585
170 170 204 204
VERDICT Not so inspiring to drive, but the GLE has a classy and well equipped interior Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4819mm W 2141mm H Nmm Boot 480litres GLE 500e 4Matic AMG Line !!!!! £66,675 £60,838 880.79 5.3 152 GLE 250d 4Matic AMG Line !!!!! £53,690 8.6 132 GLE 250d 4Matic Sport !!!!! £51,290 8.6 132 GLE 350d 4Matic Designo Line !!!!! £67,715 7.1 140 GLE 350d 4Matic AMG Line !!!!! £58,420 7.1 140 AMG GLE 63 S 4Matic 5dr 7G-Tronic !!!!! £96,995 4.2 155
GLE SUV
GLC COUPE SUV
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£279/£559 £575/£1150
£141/£281 £223/£446 £223/£446
£161/£322 £191/£383
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179/30% £366/£732 179/30% £366/£732 214/37% £511/£1021
147/30% 160/33%
288
299/37% £871/£1741 299/37% £1001/£2003
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78/13% 156/26% 156/26% 179/30% 179/30% 276/37%
143/28% £196/£391 -/131/26% £175/£350 143/28% £201/£402 131/26% £180/£360
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£32,753 £33,927 £45,032 £46,818 £50,734
VERDICT Coupé styling for the GLC; spec it right and it’s not as far-fetched as it sounds Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4732mm W 2096mm H 1602mm Boot 500litres GLC 220d 4Matic AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £42,830 £40,268 8.3 130 GLC 350d 4Matic AMG Line !!!!! £49,180 GLC 220d 4Matic Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £41,335 8.3 130 GLC 250d 4Matic AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £43,985 7.6 138 GLC 250d 4Matic Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £42,490 7.6 138
£36,125 £37,425 £35,725 £36,720 £38,720 £37,420 £34,430 £35,425 £36,125 £37,425 £47,660 £49,555 £53,735
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VERDICT The GLC may not be as good an all-rounder as some SUVs, but it’s still worth considering – as long as you spec it right Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4661mm W 2096mm H Nmm Boot 550litres GLC 350d 4Matic SE 5dr Auto £42,185 - GLC 220d 4Matic AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £39,915 470.38 8.3 130 170 295 56.5 129/25% £163/£325 GLC 220d 4Matic SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £36,425 439.63 8.3 130 170 295 56.5 129/25% £148/£296 GLC 220d 4Matic SE Exec. 5dr Auto !!!!! £36,875 £34,974 457.31 8.3 130 170 295 56.5 129/25% £153/£307 GLC 220d 4Matic Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £38,420 459.08 8.3 130 170 295 56.5 129/25% £156/£313 GLC 250d 4Matic AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £41,070 486.82 7.6 138 204 369 56.5 129/25% £167/£335 GLC 250d 4Matic SE 5dr Auto !!!!! £37,580 456.06 7.6 138 204 369 56.5 129/25% £153/£306 GLC 250d 4Matic SE Exec. 5dr Auto !!!!! £38,030 £36,069 473.74 7.6 138 204 369 56.5 129/25% £158/£317 GLC 250d 4Matic Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £39,575 475.54 7.6 138 204 369 56.5 129/25% £161/£322 AMG GLC 43 4Matic 5dr Auto £49,005 4.9 155 367 384 34 189/34% £268/£536
GLC SUV
GLA 220d 4Matic Sport Premium Au GLA 220d 4Matic Sport Premiu+ Aut GLA 220d 170 4Matic AMG Line Auto GLA 220d 170 4Matic AMG Lin Ex Au GLA 220d 170 4Matic AMG Li Pr+ Au GLA 220d 170 4Matic AMG Lin Pr Au GLA 220d 170 4Matic Sport 5dr Auto GLA 220d 170 4Matic Sport Exec Aut GLA 220d 170 4Matic Sport Prem Au GLA 220d 170 4Matic Sport Pre+ Aut AMG 45 4Matic 5dr Auto AMG 45 4Matic Premium 5dr Auto AMG 45 4Matic Yellow Night Editi Au
A TO Z MERCEDES-BENZ
320/37% 231/37% 231/37% 325/37%
160/
160/ 189/ 119/
49/ 49/ 102/ 102/ 102/ 136/ 136/
VERDICT The E Class Coupé isn’t the sharpest thing to drive, but it is re ined and amazingly comfortable Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4904mm W 2071mm H Nmm Boot 695litres E300 AMG Line Ed !!!!! £41,070 £39,920 6.4 155 245 273 40.4 E400 AMG Line Ed !!!!! £50,820 5.3 155 333 354 33.6 E220 d AMG Line Ed !!!!! £40,180 7.4 150 194 295 61.4
134.5 134.5 72.4 72.4 72.4 51.4 51.4
109/ 109/ 143/ 143/
295 295 457 457
405 405 265 295 295 457 457
72.4 72.4 54.3 54.3
VERDICT Estate version of the impressive E Class offers all the ability with added practicality Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4933mm W 2071mm H Nmm Boot 385litres E220d SE !!!!! £38,700 £34,110 7.3 149 194 E220d AMG Line !!!!! £41,215 £35,038 7.3 149 194 E350d SE !!!!! £47,580 5.9 155 258 E350d AMG Line !!!!! £49,355 £43,813 5.9 155 258 AMG E63 4Matic !!!!! £81,930 £76,529 AMG E63 S 4Matic !!!!! £91,290 £85,257
E CLASS ESTATE
VERDICT The E Class is Mercedes’ best mainstream saloon in years Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4904mm W 2071mm H Nmm Boot 695litres E350e SE !!!!! £45,555 £41,416 E350e AMG Line !!!!! £48,065 £43,696 E200d SE !!!!! £35,205 £32,754 E220d SE !!!!! £36,700 £35,582 E220d AMG Line !!!!! £39,215 £37,847 E350d SE !!!!! £45,580 E350d AMG Line !!!!! £47,055 £43,813 AMG E63 4Matic !!!!! £79,930 £74,859 AMG E63 S 4Matic !!!!! £89,290 £83,611
E CLASS SALOON
VERDICT Despite it having four doors, the CLS still trades practicality for style, but it offers great pace and tidy handling Doors 4 Seats 5 L 5001mm W 2069mm H 1422mm Boot 490litres AMG 53 4Matic+ 4dr TCT £74,050 £74,050 4.5 155 435 384 31.7 203/37% £449/£897 AMG 53 4Matic+ Edition 1 4dr TCT £83,645 4.5 155 435 384 31.7 203/37% £508/£1016
CLS COUPE
C200 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto C200 Sport 2dr C200 Sport Premium Plus 2dr Auto C300 AMG Line 2dr Auto C300 AMG Line Premium Plus Auto C300 Sport 2dr Auto C300 Sport Premium Plus 2dr Auto C220d 4Matic AMG Line 2dr Auto C220d 4Matic AMG Line Premiu+ Au C220d 4Matic Nightfall Ed Premi+ Au C220d AMG Line 2dr C220d AMG Line Premium Plus Auto C220d Nightfall Ed Premium Plus Aut C220d Nightfall Edition 2dr C220d Sport 2dr C220d Sport Premium Plus 2dr Auto C250d AMG Line 2dr Auto C250d AMG Line Premium Plus Auto C250d Nightfall Ed Premium Plus Aut C250d Nightfall Edition 2dr Auto AMG C43 4Matic 2dr Auto AMG C43 4Matic Premium Plus Auto AMG C63 2dr Auto AMG C63 Premium 2dr Auto AMG C63 S 2dr Auto AMG C63 S Premium 2dr Auto
36% 36% -
47% 45%
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52% 51%
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46% 48% 48% 48% 48% 39%
56% 56% 56% 56%
50% 51% 50% 51% 50% 51% 50% 51% 50%
44% 44% 43% 44% 43% 43% 44% 44% 44% 44% 49% 48% 46%
50A 50A 50A
41E 42E
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50E 50E
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49E 42E 42E 45E 45E 50E
29E 29E 34E 34E
29E 27E 27E 28E 34E 32E 32E 34E 43E
28E 28E 27E 27E 27E 27E 27E 27E 27E 27E 42E 42E 42E
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Cost per mile
Gov’t MPG True MPG
Torque (lb/ft)
Power (ps)
Max speed (mph)
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
Target Price 020 8267 4138
Price on the road
VERDICT
£53/£106 £60/£119 £66/£132
£69/£139 £81/£162 £90/£181
VERDICT The GS is good value and relatively spacious, but its re inement and cheap-feeling interior let it down Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4500mm W 2081mm H 1665mm Boot 335litres 1.5 TGI Explore 5dr !!!!! £15,095 £14,619 207.04 9.6 118 166 184 46.3 139/28% 1.5 TGI Excite 5dr !!!!! £17,595 £17,038 242.68 9.6 118 166 184 46.3 139/28% 1.5 TGI Exclusive 5dr !!!!! £19,595 £18,973 261.1 9.6 118 166 184 46.3 139/28%
GS SUV
ZS SUV
VERDICT The ZS is keenly priced but its poor driving experience and three-star Euro NCAP safety rating leave it trailing Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4314mm W 2048mm H 1611mm Boot 448litres 1.5 VTi-Tech Explore 5dr £12,495 £12,193 10.9 109 106 104 49.6 129/26% 1.5 VTi-Tech Excite 5dr !!!!! £13,995 £13,656 10.9 109 106 104 49.6 129/26% 1.5 VTi-Tech Exclusive 5dr £15,495 £15,118 10.9 109 106 104 49.6 129/26%
101 47.1 101 47.1 101 47.1
£45/£89 £54/£108 £61/£121
106 106 106
140/29% 140/29% 140/29%
VERDICT The 3 is cheap to buy and insure, but It isn’t particularly good to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4018mm W 1912mm H 1507mm Boot 285litres 1.5 VTi-Tech Explore 5dr £9,495 10.9 108 1.5 VTi-Tech Excite 5dr !!!!! £11,395 10.9 108 1.5 VTi-Tech Exclusive 5dr £12,795 10.9 108
MG whatcar.com/mg-motor-uk 3 HATCHBACK
177/37% 177/37% 177/37% 182/37% 182/37% 182/37% 182/37% 177/37% 177/37% 177/37% 177/37% 177/37% 177/37% 182/37% 182/37% 182/37% 182/37% 177/37% 177/37% 177/37%
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90.88 93.06 96.9 94.77 91.25 87.42 89.54 93.38 94.08 96.24 100.1 98.71 95.19 90.61 92.71 96.58
43% 41% 40%
49% 49% 48%
40% 40% 39%
50% 49% 48% 52% 53% 53% 53% 50% 50% 49% 49% 48% 47% 51% 51% 52% 51% 49% 49% 48%
£310/£620 £320/£639 £329/£658 £348/£696 £317/£633 £303/£606 £334/£668 £296/£593 £306/£612 £316/£631 £320/£640 £330/£659 £339/£678 £360/£719 £328/£657 £315/£630 £346/£692 £306/£613 £316/£632 £326/£651
45.6 45.6 45.6 44.8 44.8 44.8 44.8 45.6 45.6 45.6 44.8 44.8 44.8 44.1 44.1 44.1 44.1 44.8 44.8 44.8
VERDICT Offers decent luxury and space but is too expensive to buy and not that great to drive Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4895mm W 2249mm H 1880mm Boot 610litres V220d AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £51,560 £47,582 610.99 11.8 121 163 280 V220d AMG Line Auto Extra Long !!!!! £53,140 £49,087 627.96 11.8 121 163 280 V220d AMG Line 5dr Auto Long !!!!! £54,680 £50,553 658.8 11.8 121 163 280 V220d Marco Polo AMG Lne Au Long £57,685 £53,416 637.69 11.8 120 163 280 V220d Ma P Horizon AMG Li Au Long £52,615 £52,615 11.8 120 163 280 V220d Marco Polo Hor Sport Au Long £50,410 £50,410 11.8 120 163 280 V220d Marco Polo Sport Auto Long £55,480 £51,315 610.2 11.8 120 163 280 V220d Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £49,355 £45,481 583.98 11.8 121 163 280 V220d Sport 5dr Auto Extra Long !!!!! £50,940 £46,991 600.47 11.8 121 163 280 V220d Sport 5dr Auto Long !!!!! £52,480 £48,458 631.31 11.8 121 163 280 V250d AMG Line 5dr Auto !!!!! £53,170 £49,115 634.51 9.1 129 190 325 V250d AMG Line Auto Extra Long !!!!! £54,750 £50,620 651.49 9.1 129 190 325 V250d AMG Line 5dr Auto Long !!!!! £56,290 £52,087 682.33 9.1 129 190 325 V250d Marco Polo AMG Line Au Lng £59,615 £55,254 667.27 9.8 124 190 325 V250d Marco P Hrzn AMG Li Au Long £54,545 £54,545 9.7 127 190 325 V250d Marco Polo Hrzn Sprt Au Long £52,340 £52,340 9.7 127 190 325 V250d Marco Polo Sport Auto Long £57,410 £53,154 639.77 9.8 124 190 325 V250d Sport 5dr Auto !!!!! £50,965 £47,015 607.51 9.1 129 190 325 V250d Sport 5dr Auto Extra Long !!!!! £52,545 £48,520 623.99 9.1 129 190 325 V250d Sport 5dr Auto Long !!!!! £54,085 £49,987 654.83 9.1 129 190 325
V CLASS MPV
£686/£1373 327.27 50% £862/£1724 51% £706/£1412 338.52 51% £768/£1537 49% £788/£1576 49%
47% 47% 46% 46% 45% 63% 63%
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles
VERDICT Convertible version of the GT is just as good to drive and provides the added bonus of wind in your hair Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4544mm W 2075mm H 1259mm Boot 165litres GT 2dr Auto £113,430 £113,430 4 188 476 465 24.8 261/37% GT C 2dr Auto £141,930 £141,930 3.7 196 557 502 22.6 284/37% GT Premium 2dr Auto £116,625 £116,625 4 188 476 465 24.8 261/37% GT S 2dr Auto !!!!! £126,730 £126,730 3.8 155 522 494 24.6 262/37% GT S Premium 2dr Auto £129,925 £129,925 3.8 155 522 494 24.6 262/37%
AMG GT ROADSTER CONVERTIBLE
VERDICT Arguably, the whole the point of a supercar is to make you feel good and other people jealous, and few do that better than the GT Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4544mm W 2075mm H 1287mm Boot 285litres GT 476 2dr Auto !!!!! £102,030 £99,549 4 189 476 465 24.8 261/37% £616/£1232 GT 476 Premium 2dr Auto !!!!! £106,225 £103,639 4 189 476 465 24.8 261/37% £642/£1284 GT 522 S 2dr Auto £115,330 £112,516 3.8 193 522 494 24.7 262/37% £698/£1396 GT 522 S Premium 2dr Auto £119,525 £116,607 3.8 193 522 494 24.7 262/37% £724/£1448 GT C 2dr Auto £130,530 £130,530 3.7 197 557 502 22.6 284/37% £792/£1584 GT R 2dr Auto !!!!! £145,730 £142,156 3.6 198 585 516 22.8 284/37% £886/£1771 GT R Premium 2dr Auto !!!!! £148,925 £145,272 3.6 198 585 516 22.8 284/37% £905/£1811 -
AMG GT COUPE
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
Insurance group 16E 16E 17E
11E 11E 11E
7E 7E 8E
36E 37E 37E 40E 39E 38E 37E 34E 35E 37E 40E 40E 40E 42E 42E 41E 41E 38E 39E 40E
50E 50E 50E 50E 50E
50E 50E 50E 50E 50E 50E 50E
238/37% 238/37% 245/37% 245/37% 245/37% 245/37% 238/37%
Monthly company car tax bill £227/£454 £192/£385 £207/£414 £228/£456 £253/£505 £259/£517 £211/£421
20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
Cost per mile 78.45 69.04 70.97 74.07 81.78 84.84 73.61
36% 36% 39% 42% 40% 41% 38%
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles
Power (ps)
Max speed (mph)
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
111 111 111 111 111 111 106 115 115 109 115
VERDICT Most rivals are more practical and better to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4135mm W 1974mm H 1565mm Boot 354litres 1.2 DiG-T Bose Personal Edition 5dr £18,990 £17,441 1.2 DiG-T Tekna 5dr [Bose] £20,245 £18,593 1.6 112 Acenta 5dr £17,450 £16,057 1.6 112 Bose Personal Edition 5dr £19,340 £17,791 1.6 112 Tekna 5dr [Bose] £20,595 £18,943 1.6 112 Visia 5dr £15,505 £14,273 1.6 Bose Personal Edition 5dr CVT £20,240 £18,592 1.5 dCi Acenta 5dr !!!!! £18,990 £17,445 206.93 1.5 dCi Bose Personal Edition 5dr £20,880 £19,179 1.5 dCi Tekna [Bose] 5dr £22,135 £20,330 1.5 dCi Visia 5dr !!!!! £17,450 £16,591 196.9
QASHQAI SUV
115 115 112 112 112 112 117 110 110 110 110
150 150 150 150 150
90 90 90 90 90 71 71 71 71 90 90 90 90 90 90
140 140 106 106 106 106 117 192 192 192 192
236 236 236 236 236
111 111 111 111 111 70.1 70.1 70.1 70.1 162 162 162 162 162 162
VERDICT The Qashqai is a ine SUV that is a pleasure to live with and makes a terri ic family car Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4394mm W 2070mm H 1590mm Boot 430litres 1.3 DiG-T 160 Acenta 5dr £23,195 8.9 124 160 192 1.3 DiG-T 160 Acenta Premium 5dr £23,655 8.9 124 160 192 1.3 DiG-T 160 N-Connecta 5dr £25,095 8.9 124 160 192 1.3 DiG-T 160 Tekna 5dr £27,395 8.9 124 160 192
10.8 10.8 12.5 12.5 12.5 12.5 11.5 11.2 11.2 11.2 11.2
89 89 89 89 89
VERDICT The Leaf is good to drive, well equipped, safe and easy to live with Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4490mm W 2030mm H 1540mm Boot litres 2.Zero 5dr Auto £31,990 £26,053 8.6 Acenta 5dr Auto £29,690 £23,856 8.6 N-Connecta 5dr Auto !!!!! £31,390 £25,480 8.6 Tekna 5dr Auto £32,890 £26,912 8.6 Visia 5dr Auto £27,290 £21,564 8.6
JUKE SUV
109 109 109 109 109 98 98 98 98 111 111 111 111 111 111
12.1 12.1 12.1 12.1 12.1 16.4 16.4 16.4 16.4 11.9 11.9 11.9 11.9 11.9 11.9
LEAF HATCHBACK
VERDICT Lots of safety kit, but underwhelming in other areas Doors 5 Seats 5 L 3999mm W 1935mm H 1455mm Boot 300litres 0.9 IG-T Acenta 5dr !!!!! £15,985 £14,645 169.68 0.9 IG-T Acenta Limited Edition 5dr £14,985 £13,730 0.9 IG-T N-Connecta 5dr !!!!! £17,210 £15,766 176.67 0.9 IG-T Tekna 5dr !!!!! £18,510 £16,955 186.13 0.9 IG-T Visia+ 5dr !!!!! £14,715 £14,280 179.35 1.0 IG 71 Acenta 5dr £15,095 £13,831 1.0 IG 71 Acenta Limited Edition 5dr £14,095 £12,916 1.0 IG 71 Visia 5dr £12,875 £12,495 1.0 IG 71 Visia+ 5dr £13,825 £13,417 1.5 dCi Acenta 5dr !!!!! £17,480 £16,013 184.65 1.5 dCi N-Connecta 5dr !!!!! £18,705 £17,134 191.64 1.5 dCi N-Connecta 5dr [Bose Pack] !!!!! £19,205 £17,591 1.5 dCi Tekna 5dr !!!!! £20,005 £18,323 201.78 1.5 dCi Visia 5dr !!!!! £15,300 £14,849 183.42 1.5 dCi Visia+ 5dr !!!!! £16,210 £15,730 195.32
NISSAN whatcar.com/nissan MICRA HATCHBACK
53.2 53.2 49.4 49.4
49.6 49.6 40.4 40.4 39.2 40.4 47.1 60.1 60.1 70.6 60.1
N N N N N
54.3 54.3 54.3 54.3 54.3 53.2 53.2 53.2 53.2 68.8 68.8 68.8 68.8 61.4 68.8
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£63/£126 £59/£118 £68/£136 £73/£146 £58/£116 £62/£124 £58/£116 £53/£106 £57/£113 £72/£144 £77/£154 £79/£158 £82/£165 £70/£140 £67/£133
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32.04 32.63 34.73 32.38 31.21 31.81 34.22 30.58 31.92
130/27% £103/£207 130/27% £105/£211 130/27% £112/£224 130/27% £122/£245
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128/26% £81/£163 128/26% £87/£174 161/33% £93/£186 161/33% £103/£207 164/33% £110/£220 161/33% £82/£164 139/28% £93/£187 123/28% £87/£175 34.72 123/28% £96/£193 123/28% £102/£204 123/28% £80/£160 33.38
0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0%
118/24% 118/24% 118/24% 118/24% 118/24% 121/25% 121/25% 121/25% 121/25% 107/25% 107/25% 107/25% 107/25% 121/28% 107/25%
45% 47% 43% 44%
36% 35% 35% 36% 35% 37% 35% 31% 31% 32% 30%
37% 37% 37% 37% 37%
35% 37% 34% 35% 34% 36% 39% 37% 35% 32% 32% 32% 33% 33% 32%
VERDICT Old-school inside and out, and not in a good way. Unless you’ll regularly need off-road abilty, you’re better with a rival seven-seater Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4785mm W Nmm H 1805mm Boot 502litres 2.4 DI-DC 3 5dr Auto 4WD !!!!! £37,775 £37,775 11 112 181 317 32.8 227/37% £220/£440 44% 2.4 DI-DC 4 5dr Auto 4WD £39,775 £39,775 11 112 181 317 32.8 227/37% £232/£464 44%
SHOGUN SPORT SUV
KEY INFO
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT Rugged, reliable and with a high towing capacity, but the Shogun feels like a dinosaur on the road Doors 3 Seats 5 L 4385mm W Nmm H 1870mm Boot 415litres 3.2 DI-DC 187 Barbarian 3dr Auto !!!!! £38,965 £36,860 471.22 10.4 112 187 325 31.4 3.2 DI-DC 187 SG2 3dr Auto !!!!! £33,315 £31,379 398.32 10.4 112 187 325 31.4 3.2 DI-DC 187 SG2 5dr Auto !!!!! £35,715 £33,707 407.73 11.1 112 187 325 30.4 3.2 DI-DC 187 SG3 5dr Auto !!!!! £39,075 £36,967 431.13 11.1 112 187 325 30.4 3.2 DI-DC 187 SG4 5dr Auto !!!!! £43,075 £40,847 490.99 11.1 112 187 325 30.4 3.2 DI-DC 187 SG5 5dr Auto !!!!! £44,075 £41,817 515.03 11.1 112 187 325 30.4 3.2 DI-DC 187 Warrior 3dr Auto !!!!! £36,285 £34,260 434.06 10.4 112 187 325 31.4
SHOGUN SUV
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
VERDICT
MERCEDES-BENZ TO NISSAN MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
MERCEDES-BENZ TO NISSAN
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z MERCEDES-BENZ TO NISSAN
18E 18E 19E 20E
12E 12E 9E 13E 14E 12E 13E
21E 21E 21E 21E 21E
5E 6E 5E 6E 5E 1E 1E 1E 7E 8E 8E 8E 8E 7E
43D 38D
36D 37D 37D 37D 38D 38D 35D
Insurance group
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60.1 57.6
184 184 184 184 184
42.2 40.4 36.7 40.4 36.7
114 41.5
78 78
£99/£199
£40/£80 £49/£99
154/31% £107/£214 159/32% £119/£237 175/36% £150/£300 159/32% £132/£263 175/36% £166/£331
155/32%
107/22% 111/23%
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41% 40% 42% 40% 42% 45% 45% 37% 38% 37% 38% 39%
52% 50% 49% 50% 49%
42%
38% 34%
48% 44% 46% 38% 39% 39% 40%
40% 41% 41% 34% 33% 34%
31A 26E 31A 27E 27E 20E 19E 28E 29E 32E 19E 27E
18E 18E 20E 19E 20E
20E
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26E 18E 25E 20E 21E 25E 25E
192 177 177 177 177 177 210 210 210 210 210 210
49.4 53.2 49.4 49.4 49.4 53.2 74.3 74.3 67.2 67.2 67.2 74.3
130/27% £128/£255 121/25% £90/£179 130/27% £105/£210 130/27% £116/£231 130/27% £121/£242 121/25% £81/£162 100/24% £93/£186 100/24% £95/£189 110/26% £109/£217 110/26% £119/£237 110/26% £124/£248 100/24% £84/£169
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44% 47% 44% 45% 45% 47% 40% 41% 38% 39% 39% 39%
20E 14E 14E 15E 16E 17E 18E 18E 18E 19E 19E 17E
N N N N N N N N
0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0%
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130/30% £108/£216 36.65 130/30% £110/£220 37.08 133/30% £106/£212 35.94 133/30% £108/£216 36.36
28% 28% 28% 29% 26% 26% 27% 27%
36% 37% 36% 37%
GT R COUPE
£924/£1848 £517/£1034 £493/£985 £511/£1022 £573/£1145
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58% 53% 55% 53% 53%
187 187 187 187 187 187 187 187
57.7 57.7 55.4 55.4
VERDICT The GT R is an immensely fast and surprisingly practical supercar, even if it is a little short on desirability Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4690mm W Nmm H 1370mm Boot 315litres 3.8 600 Nismo 2dr Auto !!!!! £151,995 £150,122 196 600 481 23.9 275/37% 3.8 Prestige 2dr Auto !!!!! £85,995 £84,947 196 570 470 23.9 275/37% 3.8 Pure 2dr Auto !!!!! £81,995 £80,997 196 570 470 23.9 275/37% 3.8 Recaro 2dr Auto !!!!! £84,995 £83,959 196 570 470 23.9 275/37% 3.8 Track Edi Engineered by Nismo Au !!!!! £94,995 £93,834 196 570 470 23.9 275/37%
109 109 109 109 109 109 109 109
177 177 148 148
50% 46% 48%
76 76 76 76 76 76 76 76
110 110 90 90
VERDICT The 370Z offers plenty of performance for a competitive price, but a gruff engine and poor ride corrupt the experience Doors 3 Seats 2 L 4265mm W Nmm H 1315mm Boot 235litres 3.7 V6 328 3dr !!!!! £29,805 £29,113 340.44 5.3 155 328 268 26.6 274/37% £171/£341 65.06 3.7 V6 328 GT 3dr !!!!! £34,805 £33,988 421.38 5.3 155 328 268 26.6 274/37% £202/£403 75.45 3.7 V6 344 Nismo 3dr !!!!! £40,305 £39,351 498.32 5.2 155 344 274 26.6 276/37% £235/£471 79.99
370Z COUPE
E NV200 MPV
105 105 98 98
50E 50E 50E 50E
46E 44E 44E
22A 22A 22A 22A 22A 22A 22A 22A
14 14 14 14 14 14 14 14
160 140 140 140 140 140 115 115 115 115 115 115
VERDICT Electric version of the above; range isn’t great Doors 5 Seats 5/7 L 4560mm W 2011mm H 1858mm Boot 2300litres 80KW Acenta 40kWh [5 Seat] £33,499 £33,499 80KW Acenta 40kWh [7 Seat] £34,299 £34,299 80KW Evalia 40kWh [5 Seat] £35,499 £35,499 80KW Evalia 40kWh [7 Seat] £36,000 £36,000 80KW Visia 40kWh 50kWCh [5 Set] £32,867 £32,867 80KW Visia 40kWh 50kWCh [7 Set] £33,518 £33,518 80KW Visia 40kWh [5 Seat] £31,499 £31,499 80KW Visia 40kWh [7 Seat] £32,150 £32,150 -
124 120 120 120 120 120 112 112 112 112 112 112
19E 19E 17E 17E
8.9 10.9 10.9 10.9 10.9 10.9 12.3 12.3 12.3 12.3 12.3 12.3
14.2 14.2 16.3 16.3
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VERDICT Van-based MPV offers plenty of space Doors 5 Seats 5/7 L 4400mm W 2011mm H 1860mm Boot 2300litres 1.5 dci 110 Acenta 5dr [5 Seat] !!!!! £21,896 £21,896 229.61 1.5 dci 110 Acenta 5dr [7 Seat] !!!!! £22,256 £22,256 233.13 1.5 dci 90 Acenta 5dr [5 Seat] !!!!! £21,786 £21,786 232.99 1.5 dci 90 Acenta 5dr [7 Seat] !!!!! £22,146 £22,146 236.61
£28,595 £21,695 £23,595 £25,895 £27,095 £19,595 £23,395 £21,365 £23,855 £21,785 £25,295 £23,101 £27,595 £25,200 £28,795 £26,295 £21,295 £21,295
20E 18E 18E 20E 20E 19E 18E 18E 19E 19E 16E 16E 16E 16E 18E 18E 18E 18E 18E 18E 23E 23E 21E 21E 23E 23E
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VERDICT The X Trail is okay, but there are rivals with better handling, comfort, interior space and infotainment systems for similar or less money Doors 5 Seats 5/7 L 4690mm W Nmm H 1710mm Boot 565litres 1.6 DiG-T Acenta 5dr £25,590 £23,690 163 177 45.6 145/30% £127/£253 37% 1.6 DiG-T N-Connecta 5dr £28,355 £26,248 163 177 44.1 149/30% £141/£281 37% 1.6 DiG-T N-Connecta 5dr [7 Seat] £29,355 £27,173 163 177 44.1 149/30% £146/£291 38% 1.6 DiG-T Tekna 5dr £31,355 £29,023 163 177 44.1 149/30% £156/£311 38% 1.6 DiG-T Tekna 5dr [7 Seat] £32,015 £29,633 163 177 44.1 149/30% £159/£318 38% 1.6 DiG-T Visia 5dr £23,390 £22,580 163 177 45.6 145/30% £116/£231 37% 1.6 dCi Acenta 5dr £27,090 £25,078 130 236 57.7 129/29% £130/£259 36% 1.6 dCi Acenta 5dr [7 Seat] £28,090 £26,003 130 236 57.7 129/29% £135/£269 36% 1.6 dCi Acenta 5dr 4WD £29,260 £27,108 11 116 130 236 53.3 139/31% £148/£297 36% 1.6 dCi Acenta 5dr 4WD [7 Seat] £30,260 £28,033 11 116 130 236 53.3 139/31% £153/£307 37% 1.6 dCi N-Connecta 5dr !!!!! £30,125 £27,908 130 236 55.4 133/30% £148/£296 36% 1.6 dCi N-Connecta 5dr [7 Seat] !!!!! £31,125 £28,833 130 236 55.4 133/30% £153/£306 36% 1.6 dCi N-Connecta 5dr 4WD £32,025 £29,666 11 116 130 236 52.3 143/32% £168/£336 36% 1.6 dCi N-Connecta 5dr 4WD [7 Seat] £33,025 £30,591 11 116 130 236 52.3 143/32% £173/£346 37% 1.6 dCi Tekna 5dr £33,125 £30,683 130 236 55.4 133/30% £163/£326 36% 1.6 dCi Tekna 5dr [7 Seat] £33,785 £31,294 130 236 55.4 133/30% £166/£332 37% 1.6 dCi Tekna 5dr 4WD £35,025 £32,441 11 116 130 236 52.3 143/32% £184/£368 37% 1.6 dCi Tekna 5dr 4WD [7 Seat] £35,685 £33,051 11 116 130 236 52.3 143/32% £187/£375 37% 1.6 dCi Visia 5dr £24,890 £24,028 130 236 57.7 129/29% £119/£238 36% 1.6 dCi Visia 5dr [7 Seat] £25,890 £24,993 130 236 57.7 129/29% £124/£248 36% 2.0 dCi Acenta 5dr 4WD £30,510 £28,265 9.4 127 177 280 50.4 149/33% £165/£329 36% 2.0 dCi Acenta 5dr 4WD [7 Seat] £31,510 £29,190 9.4 127 177 280 50.4 149/33% £170/£340 37% 2.0 dCi N-Connecta 5dr 4WD £33,290 £30,860 9.4 127 177 280 48.7 153/34% £184/£367 37% 2.0 dCi N-Connecta 5dr 4WD [7 Seat] £34,290 £31,785 9.4 127 177 280 48.7 153/34% £189/£379 37% 2.0 dCi Tekna 5dr 4WD £36,290 £33,635 9.4 127 177 280 48.7 153/34% £201/£401 37% 2.0 dCi Tekna 5dr 4WD [7 Seat] £36,950 £34,245 9.4 127 177 280 48.7 153/34% £204/£409 37%
NV200 MPV
X TRAIL SUV
1.3 DiG-T 160 Tekna+ 5dr 1.3 DiG-T Acenta 5dr 1.3 DiG-T N-Connecta 5dr 1.3 DiG-T Tekna 5dr 1.3 DiG-T Tekna+ 5dr 1.3 DiG-T Visia 5dr 1.5 dCi 115 Acenta 5dr 1.5 dCi 115 Acenta Premium 5dr 1.5 dCi 115 N-Connecta 5dr 1.5 dCi 115 Tekna 5dr 1.5 dCi 115 Tekna+ 5dr 1.5 dCi 115 Visia 5dr
A TO Z MERCEDES-BENZ TO NISSAN
VERDICT The Outlander wins no prizes for re inement or interior quality, but the plug-in hybrid version will appeal to company car drivers Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4695mm W Nmm H 1710mm Boot litres 2.4 PHEV 4h 5dr Auto £39,510 £34,971 106 177 245 156.9 40/0% -/2.4 PHEV 4hs 5dr Auto £41,610 £37,029 106 177 245 156.9 40/0% -/2.4 PHEV 5h 5dr Auto £43,510 10.5 106 177 245 156.9 40/0% -/2.4 PHEV 5hs 5dr Auto £45,610 10.5 106 177 245 156.9 40/0% -/2.4 PHEV Juro 5dr Auto £36,765 £32,281 106 177 245 156.9 40/0% -/2.0 4 5dr CVT £29,680 £23,888 118 150 156 37.7 171/35% £168/£336 2.0 Juro 5dr CVT £27,680 £21,943 118 150 156 37.7 171/35% £156/£313 2.3 2.2 DI-D 2 5dr !!!!! £25,920 £20,223 248.68 10.2 124 147 280 53.3 139/31% £131/£262 42.86 2.3 2.2 DI-D 3 5dr !!!!! £28,670 £22,897 282.51 10.2 124 147 280 53.3 139/31% £145/£290 46.98 2.3 2.2 DI-D 4 5dr !!!!! £32,820 £26,933 332.88 10.2 124 147 280 53.3 139/31% £167/£333 53.57 2.3 2.2 DI-D Juro 5dr £29,770 £23,967 10.2 124 147 280 53.3 139/31% £151/£302 2.3 2.2 DI-D Keiko 5dr £29,870 £24,064 10.2 124 150 280 53.3 139/31% £151/£303 -
OUTLANDER SUV
ECLIPSE CROSS SUV 163 163 163 163 163
80 80
VERDICT Mitsubishi’s Nissan Qashqai represents a real step forward for the brand Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4405mm W Nmm H 1685mm Boot litres 1.5 2 5dr £21,290 £20,229 10.3 127 1.5 3 5dr !!!!! £22,810 £21,726 10.3 127 1.5 3 5dr CVT 4WD £25,920 £24,479 9.8 124 1.5 4 5dr £25,240 £24,120 10.3 127 1.5 4 5dr CVT 4WD £28,480 £27,001 9.8 124
112 112
117
11.5
12.7 12.7
114
VERDICT It rides well and diesels are gutsy, but rivals are more re ined Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4365mm W mm H 1640mm Boot litres 1.6 Juro 5dr !!!!! £19,195 £19,195 -
ASX SUV
VERDICT Outclassed by its rivals on every front Doors 5 Seats 5 L 3795mm W Nmm H 1505mm Boot 175litres 1.2 3 5dr £11,075 1.2 4 5dr £13,095 -
MITSUBISHI whatcar.com/mitsubishi MIRAGE HATCHBACK -
55/0% -/134/27% £104/£208 46.56 148/30% £127/£253 51.33 119/27% £113/£226 46.26 124/28% £125/£249 49.88 119/27% £129/£259 51.87 127/29% £147/£293 55.11
COUNTRYMAN SUV
VERDICT The Countryman is roomier than its predecessor, but there are still far better options out there Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4299mm W 2005mm H 1559mm Boot 405litres 1.5 Cooper S E All4 PHEV 5dr Auto £31,905 £27,840 6.8 123 224 284 134.5 1.5 Cooper 5dr £23,385 £21,803 277.47 9.7 124 136 162 47.9 2.0 Cooper S 5dr !!!!! £25,585 £23,849 303.97 7.6 140 192 207 43.5 2.0 Cooper D 5dr !!!!! £25,385 £23,663 291.58 9.1 129 150 258 62.8 2.0 Cooper D All4 5dr !!!!! £26,985 £25,151 312.37 9 127 150 258 60.1 2.0 Cooper S D 5dr Auto !!!!! £28,985 £27,011 330.46 7.9 137 190 266 62.8 2.0 Cooper S D All4 5dr Auto !!!!! £30,585 £28,499 351.25 7.6 135 190 266 58.9
162 140 207 199 258 266
17E 12E 22E 15E 18E 23E
136 102 192 116 150 190
131/27% £94/£187 42.87 131/27% £89/£178 151/31% £122/£243 48.33 109/25% £99/£197 112/26% £100/£200 44.26 119/27% £121/£241 48.92
127 115 142 119 132 140
48.7 48.7 42.8 68.9 65.7 62.8
CLUBMAN ESTATE
9.2 11.3 7.3 10.8 8.9 7.6
VERDICT The Clubman is a spacious and entertaining car Doors 6 Seats 5 L 4253mm W 2022mm H 1441mm Boot 360litres 1.5 Cooper 6dr !!!!! £21,085 £19,664 247.66 1.5 One City Nav 6dr £19,995 2.0 Cooper S 6dr !!!!! £24,095 £22,485 272.25 1.5 One D City Nav 6dr Auto £23,855 2.0 Cooper D 6dr !!!!! £23,385 £21,803 271.51 2.0 Cooper S D 6dr Auto !!!!! £27,085 £25,244 303.83
CONVERTIBLE 21E 30E
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VERDICT The Mini Convertible offers all the great driving dynamics and desirable image of the hatch model, with added wind-in-the-hair fun Doors Seats L mm W mm H mm Boot litres 1.5 Cooper II 2dr !!!!! £19,795 £18,700 8.8 128 136 162 50.4 127/26% £85/£170 44% 2.0 Cooper S II 2dr £24,145 £22,820 7.2 143 192 207 41.5 154/31% £122/£244 42%
122/25% £71/£143 123/25% £74/£149 122/25% £65/£131 122/25% £68/£137 145/30% £102/£204 148/30% £105/£211 102/24% £73/£146 103/24% £76/£152
19E 19E 13E 13E 28E 28E 17E 17E
52.3 52.3 52.3 52.3 44.1 43.5 72.4 72.4
40% 39% 39% 39% 42% 42% 34% 34%
VERDICT The Mini is a hugely desirable small car that has plenty of substance to match its style Doors 3 Seats 4 L 3821mm W 1932mm H 1414mm Boot 211litres 1.5 Cooper II 3dr !!!!! £17,345 £16,225 7.9 130 136 162 1.5 Cooper II 5dr !!!!! £18,045 £16,877 8.2 129 136 162 1.5 One II 3dr £15,905 £14,882 10.1 121 102 140 1.5 One II 5dr £16,605 £15,534 10.3 119 102 140 2.0 Cooper S II 3dr £20,635 £19,295 6.8 146 192 207 2.0 Cooper S II 5dr £21,335 £19,948 6.9 146 192 207 1.5 Cooper D II 3dr £18,495 £17,297 9.2 127 116 199 1.5 Cooper D II 5dr £19,195 £17,950 9.4 126 116 199
MINI whatcar.com/mini 3DR/5DR HATCHBACK
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VERDICT
Contract hire per month
Target Price 020 8267 4138
Price on the road
0-62mph (sec)
Max speed (mph) 110 110 83 83 102 102 102 102 83
61.4 61.4 58.9 58.9 76.3 76.3 76.3 76.3 58.9
106/22% 106/22% 109/22% 109/22% 97/23% 97/23% 97/23% 97/23% 109/22%
93/19% 93/19% 93/19% 93/19% 93/19% 93/19% 93/19%
0/0%
£61/£122 £61/£122 £52/£104 £57/£115 £62/£124 £69/£138 £63/£127 £68/£136 £53/£106
£29/£57 £34/£68 £35/£71 £39/£77 £40/£80 £41/£81 £44/£88
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20% / 40%
Monthly company car tax bill Cost per mile 32% 35% 33% 36% 36% 36% 27% 29% 31% 32% 32%
308 SW ESTATE
VERDICT The estate version of the 308 has some efficient engines and a large boot, but it’s disappointing to drive and rear space is tight Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4585mm W 2043mm H 1461mm Boot 810litres 1.2 Puretech 110 Active 5dr !!!!! £20,130 £18,109 127 110 151 56.5 115/24% £80/£159 1.2 Puretech 110 Allure 5dr £21,430 £19,272 127 110 151 55.4 117/24% £85/£170 1.2 Puretech 130 Active 5dr £20,600 £18,530 9.4 130 131 170 54.3 120/25% £85/£170 1.2 Puretech 130 Allure 5dr £21,900 £19,693 9.4 130 131 170 52.3 123/25% £90/£181 1.2 Puretech 130 GT Line 5dr £23,800 £21,394 9.4 130 131 170 52.3 124/25% £98/£197 1.2 Puretech 130 Tech Edition 5dr £23,350 £20,991 9.4 130 131 170 52.3 123/25% £96/£193 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Active 5dr £21,070 £18,291 116 101 184 76.3 98/23% £80/£160 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Active 5dr £21,900 £19,007 10 126 131 221 76.3 96/23% £83/£166 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Allure 5dr £23,200 £20,128 10.6 126 131 221 74.3 100/24% £92/£184 1.5 BlueHDi 130 GT Line 5dr £25,080 £21,750 10.6 126 131 221 74.3 100/24% £100/£199 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Tech Edition 5dr £24,650 £21,379 10.6 126 131 221 74.3 100/24% £98/£196 -
33% 33% 32% 34% 31% 32% 34% 33%
35% 32% 33% 31% 32% 32% 33%
19%
32% 35% 33% 36% 36% 36% 27% 29% 31% 32% 32% 37%
31.45 -
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Retained value @3yrs/36k miles
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VERDICT The 308 has some frugal engines, but it falls way short of its best rivals to drive and rear space is tight Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4253mm W 2043mm H 1457mm Boot 501litres 1.2 Puretech 110 Active 5dr !!!!! £19,180 £17,259 10.1 127 110 151 57.6 113/23% £73/£145 1.2 Puretech 110 Allure 5dr £20,480 £18,422 10.1 127 110 151 56.5 115/24% £81/£162 1.2 Puretech 130 Active 5dr £19,650 £17,679 9.1 130 131 170 56.5 116/24% £78/£155 1.2 Puretech 130 Allure 5dr £20,950 £18,843 9.1 130 131 170 54.3 119/24% £83/£166 1.2 Puretech 130 GT Line 5dr £22,850 £20,543 9.1 130 131 170 54.3 120/25% £94/£189 1.2 Puretech 130 Tech Edition 5dr £22,400 £20,141 9.1 130 131 170 54.3 119/24% £89/£177 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Active 5dr £20,120 £17,472 116 101 184 76.3 98/23% £76/£153 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Active 5dr £20,950 £18,188 9.8 127 131 221 80.7 93/22% £76/£152 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Allure 5dr £22,250 £19,309 10.2 127 131 221 76.3 96/23% £85/£169 1.5 BlueHDi 130 GT Line 5dr £24,150 £20,948 10.2 127 131 221 76.3 96/23% £92/£184 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Tech Edition 5dr £23,700 £20,560 10.2 127 131 221 76.3 96/23% £90/£180 GTi 1.6 Puretech 260 5dr !!!!! £29,100 6 155 262 251 43.5 148/30% £144/£288 GTi 1.6 Puretech 270 5dr !!!!! £28,645 £26,427 6 155 272 243 47.1 139/28% £133/£265
308 HATCHBACK
208 HATCHBACK
Gov’t MPG True MPG 68.9 68.9 68.9 68.9 68.9 68.9 68.9
133 N
151 151 87 87 184 184 184 184 87
64
VERDICT Not as well-rounded a package as the class-leaders it hopes to challenge Doors 5 Seats 5 L 3973mm W 2004mm H 1460mm Boot 285litres 1.2 Puretech 110 GT Line 5dr !!!!! £16,865 £14,945 189.56 9.6 117 1.2 Puretech 110 Tech Edition 5dr £16,865 £14,945 117 1.2 Puretech 82 Active 5dr £14,315 £13,239 13.5 109 1.2 Puretech 82 Tech Edition 5dr £15,865 £14,065 13.5 109 1.5 BlueHDi Active 5dr £16,390 £15,148 109 1.5 BlueHDi GT Line 5dr £18,240 109 1.5 BlueHDi Signature 5dr £16,740 £15,470 109 1.5 BlueHDi Tech Edition 5dr £17,940 £15,891 109 1.2 Puretech 82 Signature 5dr £14,665 £13,285 13.5 109
81
Power (ps) 69 69 69 69 69 69 69
15.9
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT Cheap to run and good touch-screen system; rivals are more spacious, though Doors 3/5 Seats 4 L 3475mm W 1884mm H 1460mm Boot 196litres 1.0 72 Access 3dr £9,225 £9,141 13.8 100 72 1.0 72 Active 3dr !!!!! £10,965 £10,130 13.8 100 72 1.0 72 Active 5dr !!!!! £11,365 £10,497 13.8 100 72 1.0 72 Allure 3dr £12,370 £11,419 13.8 100 72 1.0 72 Allure 5dr £12,770 £11,786 13.8 100 72 1.0 72 Collection 5dr £13,020 £12,015 13.8 100 72 1.0 72 Collection 5dr £14,020 £12,933 13.8 100 72
108 HATCHBACK
VERDICT The Renault Zoe is a much better electric car in every regard Doors 5 Seats 4 L 3474mm W 1792mm H 1608mm Boot litres 5dr Auto !!!!! £20,495 £15,995 -
PEUGEOT whatcar.com/peugeot ION HATCHBACK
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
Insurance group 15E 14E 20E 20E 21E 20E 17E 21E 22E 23E 23E
15E 14E 20E 20E 21E 20E 17E 22E 22E 23E 23E 27E
18E 18E 11E 12E 18E 18E 18E 18E 11E
8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E
28U
KEY INFO
Torque (lb/ft)
Power (ps)
Max speed (mph)
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
168/34% £243/£486 205/37% £369/£738 184/37% £320/£640
516 516 516 627 627 627 406 406 406 332 332 332 332 568 568 568
113 113 113 94.2 97.4 97.4 34.9 34.9 34.4 36.7 36.2 36.2 37.7 30.4 30.1 30.1
157 164 152 177
17 17
462 440 340 550
42 42
516 406 332 568
N N
£260/£520 £359/£717 £298/£596 £395/£789 £429/£857 £290/£580
0/0% 0/0%
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87.62 122.38 139.3 75.06
-/132.6 -/135.58 -/145.18 -/-/-/288.5 £580/£1159 177.11 £557/£1114 169.89 £618/£1237 199.06 £426/£851 135.38 £438/£877 138.65 £465/£931 153.37 £396/£792 129.55 £710/£1420 223.31 £723/£1446 226.56 £768/£1536 255.74
72/0% -/209/37% £421/£843 205/37% £345/£690 267/37% £612/£1225
167/34% 212/37% 207/37% 208/37% 217/37% 161/36%
56/0% 56/0% 56/0% 69/0% 66/0% 66/0% 187/37% 184/37% 187/37% 175/36% 178/36% 178/36% 171/35% 212/37% 215/37% 215/37%
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Cost per mile
VERDICT The Twingo mixes cheeky styling with reasonable practicality, but it’s neither as re ined nor as comfortable as the best rivals Doors 5 Seats 4 L 3595mm W mm H 1554mm Boot 219litres 0.9 TCe Iconic 5dr !!!!! £12,555 £12,555 10.8 103 90 100 57.6 112/23% £47/£95 38.43 1.0 SCe Iconic 5dr !!!!! £11,835 £11,835 14.5 94 70 67 58.9 110/23% £45/£89 36.72 1.0 SCe Play 5dr !!!!! £10,750 £10,305 176.24 14.5 94 70 67 51.4 126/26% £46/£91 33.01
TWINGO HATCHBACK
VERDICT Electric quadricycle is great fun, but the ride is bumpy and safety poor Doors 2 Seats 2 L 2338mm W 1396mm H 1454mm Boot 31litres 13kW Dynamique 2dr Auto !!!!! £7,795 £7,795 50 13kW Expression 2dr Auto !!!!! £6,995 £6,995 50
RENAULT whatcar.com/renault TWIZY QUADRICYCLE
CAYENNE SUV
88.3 30.7 31.4 24.1
462 462 462 680 680 680 440 440 440 330 330 330 330 550 550 550
VERDICT Fine handling and strong performance in a very practical package. Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4918mm W 2194mm H 1696mm Boot 645litres 3.0 E-Hybrid 5dr Tiptronic S £67,208 £67,208 5 2.9 S 5dr Tiptronic S £69,625 £69,625 5.2 3.0 5dr Tiptronic S £57,260 £57,260 6.2 4.0 Turbo 5dr Tiptronic S £101,416 £101,416 4.1
172 170 172 192 192 192 177 179 179 162 160 162 164 190 188 190
39.2 31.4 32.5/23.4 31.7 30.1 46.3/40.7
4.6 4.6 4.7 3.4 3.4 3.5 4.4 4.4 4.5 5.5 5.5 5.6 5.7 3.8 3.8 3.9
VERDICT All the pace and handling you'd want from a sporty SUV, but there are roomier options Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4692mm W mm H 1624mm Boot 500litres 2.0 252 5dr PDK !!!!! £46,485 £46,485 563.81 6.7 142 252 273 3.0 GTS 5dr PDK !!!!! £59,453 £59,453 729.48 5.2 159 360 369 3.0 S 5dr PDK !!!!! £49,582 £49,582 581.25 5.4 157 340 339 3.6 Turbo 5dr PDK !!!!! £65,276 £65,276 860.26 4.8 165 400 406 3.6 Turbo Performance 5dr PDK !!!!! £70,800 £70,800 899.98 4.4 169 440 443 3.0 S Diesel 5dr PDK !!!!! £49,174 £49,174 513.21 6.3 142 258 428
MACAN SUV
VERDICT The Panamera is comfortable, luxurious and superb to drive. Doors 5 Seats 5 L 5049mm W 2165mm H 1423mm Boot 405litres 2.9 V6 4 E-Hybrid 5dr PDK £81,221 £81,221 938.21 2.9 V6 4 E-Hybrid 5dr PDK £83,368 £83,368 2.9 V6 4 E-Hybrid Executive 5dr PDK £86,344 £86,344 1037.9 4.0 V8 Turbo S E-Hybrid 5dr PDK £139,367 £139,367 4.0 V8 Turbo S E-Hybrid 5dr PDK £137,220 £137,220 4.0 V8 Turbo S E-Hybrid Executi PDK £146,625 £146,625 2.9 V6 4S 5dr PDK £94,864 £94,864 2.9 V6 4S 5dr PDK !!!!! £91,176 £91,176 1144.25 2.9 V6 4S Executive 5dr PDK !!!!! £101,148 £101,148 1365 3.0 V6 4 5dr PDK £71,809 £71,809 881.53 3.0 V6 4 5dr PDK £73,956 £73,956 3.0 V6 4 Executive 5dr PDK £78,431 £78,431 1014.77 3.0 V6 5dr PDK £68,783 £68,783 839.19 4.0 V8 Turbo 5dr PDK !!!!! £116,395 £116,395 1529.3 4.0 V8 Turbo 5dr PDK £118,542 £118,542 4.0 V8 Turbo Executive 5dr PDK !!!!! £125,800 £125,800 -
PANAMERA HATCHBACK
VERDICT The 718 Boxster is sensational to drive and beautifully built – it’s one of the best open-top sports cars on sale Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4379mm W 1994mm H 1281mm Boot 275litres 2.0 2dr !!!!! £45,328 £45,328 5.1 170 300 280 38.2 168/34% £254/£507 2.5 GTS 2dr £63,022 £63,022 4.6 180 365 310 31.4 205/37% £381/£761 2.5 S 2dr !!!!! £54,599 £54,599 4.6 177 350 310 34.9 184/37% £331/£663
718 BOXSTER CONVERTIBLE
Monthly company car tax bill 20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
VERDICT The 718 Cayman is a joy to drive and beautifully built. It’s one of the best sports cars on the planet Doors 2 Seats 2 L 4379mm W 1994mm H 1295mm Boot 425litres 2.0 2dr !!!!! £43,467 £43,467 5.1 170 300 280 38.2 2.5 GTS 2dr £61,161 £61,161 4.6 180 365 310 31.4 2.5 S 2dr !!!!! £52,738 £52,738 644.47 4.6 177 350 310 34.9
PORSCHE whatcar.com/porsche 718 CAYMAN COUPE
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
VERDICT
PEUGEOT TO RENAULT MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
PEUGEOT TO RENAULT
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z PEUGEOT TO RENAULT Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 34% 34% 32%
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64% 61% 63% 61%
58% 59% 58% 61% 61% 57%
56% 58% 56% 45% 44% 45% 54% 54% 52% 62% 64% 61% 62% 47% 48% 46%
57% 56% 53%
61% 62% 59%
8E 3E 3E
6A 6A
48E 44E 50E
37E 44E 40E 45E 50E 39E
50E 50E 50E 50E 50E 50E 50E 50E 49E 48E 48E 49E 47E 50E 50E 50E
44E 49E 46E
42E 48E 44E
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48% 49% 48% 48% 47% 47% 47% 47%
126/29% 128/29% 127/29% 127/29% 144/32% 144/32% 145/33% 144/32% 144/32% 145/33% 145/33%
£155/£309 £160/£320 £154/£308 £157/£315 £177/£354 £183/£365 £220/£439 £209/£418 £209/£418 £182/£363 £185/£371
72.55 74.32 59.51 85.22 84.31 -
36% 36% 35% 36% 36% 36% 39% 38% 39% 36% 36%
17E 17E 17E 17E 20E 21E 23E 21E 22E 20E 25E
KADJAR SUV
VERDICT A great all-rounder that matches the class leaders on most fronts Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4449mm W 2058mm H 1607mm Boot 472litres 1.3 TCe 160 Dynamique Nav 5dr £23,520 £20,354 9.4 1.3 TCe 160 Dynamique S Nav 5dr £24,820 £21,472 9.4 1.3 TCe 160 Expression+ 5dr £21,730 £18,815 9.4 1.3 TCe 160 Signature Nav 5dr £25,820 £22,332 9.4 1.3 TCe 160 Signature S Nav 5dr £27,220 £23,536 9.4 1.3 TCe Dynamique Nav 5dr £22,220 £19,236 9.4 1.3 TCe Dynamique S Nav 5dr £23,520 £20,354 9.4 1.3 TCe Expression+ 5dr £20,430 £17,697 9.4 1.3 TCe Signature Nav 5dr £24,520 £21,214 9.4 1.3 TCe Signature S Nav 5dr £25,920 £22,418 9.4 1.5 dCi 115 Dynamique Nav 5dr £24,160 £20,904 11.7 1.5 dCi 115 Dynamique S Nav 5dr £25,460 £22,022 11.7 1.5 dCi 115 Expression+ 5dr £22,460 £19,442 11.7 1.5 dCi 115 Signature Nav 5dr !!!!! £26,460 £22,882 11.7 1.5 dCi 115 Signature S Nav 5dr £27,860 £24,086 11.7
13.1 13.1 13.1 13.1 13.1 13.1
128 128 128 128 128 121 121 121 121 121 120 120 120 120 120
106 106 106 106 106 106
160 160 160 160 160 140 140 140 140 140 115 115 115 115 115
90 90 90 90 90 90
192 192 192 192 192 177 177 177 177 177 192 192 192 192 192
103 103 103 162 162 162
47.9 47.1 47.9 47.1 47.1 47.9 47.1 47.9 47.1 47.1 65.7 62.8 65.7 62.8 62.8
52.3 52.3 52.3 67.3 67.3 67.3
134/27% £105/£209 136/28% £115/£229 134/27% £97/£193 136/28% £119/£239 136/28% £126/£252 134/27% £99/£198 136/28% £109/£217 134/27% £91/£182 136/28% £113/£226 136/28% £120/£240 113/26% £104/£207 117/27% £113/£227 113/26% £96/£192 117/27% £118/£236 117/27% £124/£248
122/25% 122/25% 122/25% 110/26% 110/26% 110/26%
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39% 39% 37% 40% 40% 39% 39% 37% 40% 40% 33% 34% 32% 35% 35%
43% 41% 41% 38% 35% 35%
£75/£151 £68/£136 £63/£126 £85/£170 £77/£155 £72/£144
CAPTUR SUV
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VERDICT Impressive re inement and decent practicality Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4122mm W mm H 1566mm Boot litres 0.9 TCe 90 GT Line 5dr !!!!! £18,300 £16,208 0.9 TCe 90 Iconic 5dr £16,500 £14,624 0.9 TCe 90 Play 5dr £15,300 £13,568 1.5 dCi 90 GT Line 5dr £19,860 £17,581 1.5 dCi 90 Iconic 5dr £18,060 £15,997 1.5 dCi 90 Play 5dr £16,860 £14,941
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39% 40% 40% 33% 35% 34%
MEGANE SPORT TOURER ESTATE
MEGANE HATCHBACK
£95/£191 £84/£168 £79/£159 £98/£196 £87/£174 £79/£158
37% 35% 39% 37% 35% 34% 33% 39% 37% 34%
VERDICT The distinctive Mégane Sport Tourer is stylish and sophisticated, but it’s not as practical as some of its rivals Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4626mm W 2058mm H 1449mm Boot 580litres 1.3 TCe GT Line 5dr £21,455 £21,455 9.8 127 140 177 48.7 131/27% 1.3 TCe Iconic 5dr £19,615 £19,615 9.8 127 140 177 50.4 128/26% 1.3 TCe Play 5dr £18,515 £18,515 9.8 127 140 177 51.4 125/26% 1.5 Blue dCi 115 GT Line 5dr £22,875 £22,875 11.4 116 115 192 60.1 110/26% 1.5 Blue dCi 115 Iconic 5dr £21,075 £21,075 11.4 116 115 192 61.4 107/25% 1.5 Blue dCi 115 Play 5dr £19,975 £19,975 11.4 116 115 192 64.2 104/24%
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33.47 34.74 33.21 32.54
39% 41% 41% 34% 35% 35% 51% 51%
0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0%
£56/£111 £51/£102 £61/£123 £57/£115 £53/£106 £60/£119 £59/£118 £74/£147 £69/£138 £61/£123
VERDICT The Mégane is well equipped and has lots of safety kit, but it’s only so-so to drive, and it isn’t as practical as the best family cars Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4359mm W 2058mm H 1447mm Boot 434litres 1.3 TCe GT Line 5dr £20,255 £20,255 9.5 127 140 177 48.7 132/27% £90/£180 1.3 TCe Iconic 5dr £18,415 £18,415 9.5 127 140 177 50.4 128/26% £79/£158 1.3 TCe Play 5dr £17,315 £17,315 9.5 127 140 177 51.4 125/26% £74/£148 1.5 Blue dCi 115 GT Line 5dr £21,675 £21,675 11.1 118 115 192 62.8 107/25% £89/£179 1.5 Blue dCi 115 Iconic 5dr £19,875 £19,875 11.1 118 115 192 64.2 104/24% £79/£157 1.5 Blue dCi 115 Play 5dr £18,775 £18,775 11.1 118 115 192 65.7 101/24% £74/£148 RS 1.8 280 5dr !!!!! £27,495 £24,867 5.8 158 280 288 39.7 161/33% £148/£296 RS 1.8 280 Cup 5dr !!!!! £28,995 £26,217 5.8 158 280 288 39.7 161/33% £156/£313 -
N N N N N N N N
114/23% 113/23% 114/23% 114/23% 113/23% 127/26% 82/22% 106/25% 106/25% 104/24%
20% 21% 22% 23%
163 163 163 163 166 166 166 166
VERDICT Lease the battery and the Zoe is one of the most recommendable electric cars Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4084mm W 1945mm H 1562mm Boot 338litres 65kW Dyn Nav Q90 40kWh 43kWCh !!!!! £23,670 £15,170 13.5 84 88 65kW iDy Nav Q90 40kWh 43kWCh £29,270 £20,770 13.5 84 88 65kW Sign Nav Q90 40kWh 43kWCh £25,920 £17,420 13.5 84 88 65kW iSig Nav Q90 40kWh 43kWCh £31,520 £23,020 13.5 84 88 80kW Dyn Nav R110 40kWh 22kWCh !!!!! £22,920 £14,420 11.9 84 109 80kW iDy Nav R110 40kWh 22kWCh £28,520 £20,020 11.9 84 109 80kW Sig Nav R110 40kWh 22kWCh £25,170 £16,670 11.9 84 109 80kW iSig Nav R110 40kWh 22kWCh £30,770 £22,270 11.4 84 109
56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 50.4 88.3 70.6 70.6 70.6
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89 89 103 103 103 79 162 162 162 162
110 110 110 110 110 104 112 112 112 112
76 76 90 90 90 75 90 90 90 90
ZOE HATCHBACK
CLIO HATCHBACK VERDICT In a class of exceptional rivals, the Clio has what it takes to compete Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4062mm W 1945mm H 1448mm Boot 300litres 0.9 TCe 75 Iconic 5dr £14,700 £12,971 12.3 0.9 TCe 75 Play 5dr £13,500 £11,921 12.3 0.9 TCe 90 GT Line 5dr £16,250 £14,327 12.1 0.9 TCe 90 Iconic 5dr £15,180 £13,391 12.1 0.9 TCe 90 Play 5dr !!!!! £13,980 £12,341 181.79 12.1 1.2 16V Play 5dr £13,950 £12,314 178.44 14.5 1.5 dCi 90 ECO Play 5dr !!!!! £16,250 £14,322 199.75 12 1.5 dCi 90 GT Line 5dr £17,850 £15,727 11.8 1.5 dCi 90 Iconic 5dr £16,780 £14,791 11.8 1.5 dCi 90 Play 5dr !!!!! £15,580 £13,741 192.63 11.8
A TO Z PEUGEOT TO RENAULT
VERDICT Very spacious but handling and interior quality are likely to disappoint those used to a regular MPV Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4959mm W 2204mm H 1890mm Boot litres 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Active Standard 5dr !!!!! £32,265 £32,265 12 99 120 - 57.6 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Active Stan [8 Seat] £33,345 £33,345 12 99 120 - 57.6 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Business Standard £32,095 £32,095 12 99 120 - 57.6 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Business St [9 Seat] £32,795 £32,795 12 99 120 - 57.6 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Active Standard 5dr £33,745 £29,518 485.84 10.3 114 150 273 50.4 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Active Stan [8 Seat] £34,825 £30,458 499.66 10.3 114 150 273 50.4 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Allure Long [8 Seat] £40,480 £35,378 378.21 10.3 114 150 273 50.4 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Allure Standard 5dr £39,780 £34,769 586.26 10.3 114 150 273 50.4 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Allure Stan [8 Seat] £39,780 £34,769 578.76 10.3 114 150 273 50.4 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Business Standard £33,575 £29,370 483.8 10.3 114 150 273 50.4 2.0 BlueHDi 150 Business St [9 Seat] £34,275 £29,979 487.55 10.3 114 150 273 50.4
TRAVELLER MPV
VERDICT It may not have the class of more mainstream MPVs, but the Rifter offers unmatched space and practicality, and is surprisingly good to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4403mm W 2107mm H 1878mm Boot 775litres 1.2 Puretech Active 5dr £19,870 £19,870 11.7 109 109 184 51.4 126/26% £85/£170 41% 10E 1.2 Puretech Allure 5dr £20,920 £20,920 11.7 109 109 184 51.4 126/26% £90/£179 42% 11E 1.2 Puretech GT Line 5dr £22,570 £22,570 11.7 109 109 184 51.4 126/26% £97/£194 43% 12E 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Active 5dr £20,400 £20,400 12.5 109 101 184 65.7 113/26% £87/£175 40% 11E 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Allure 5dr £21,450 £21,450 12.5 109 101 184 65.7 113/26% £92/£184 41% 11E 1.5 BlueHDi 100 GT Line 5dr £23,100 £23,100 12.5 109 101 184 65.7 113/26% £99/£198 42% 12E 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Active 5dr £21,520 £21,520 10.4 116 129 221 65.7 114/26% £92/£184 39% 14E 1.5 BlueHDi 130 Allure 5dr !!!!! £22,570 £22,570 10.4 116 129 221 65.7 114/26% £97/£193 40% 14E 1.5 BlueHDi 130 GT Line 5dr £24,220 £24,220 10.4 116 129 221 65.7 114/26% £104/£208 41% 15E 1.5 BlueHDi Active 5dr £19,650 £19,650 17 95 75 170 68.9 109/25% £81/£162 39% 8E
RIFTER MPV
5008 SUV 14E 15E 16E 16E 15E 16E 16E 16E
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VERDICT The 5008 is stylish, practical and good to drive. It's one of the best seven-seat SUVs you can buy Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4641mm W 2098mm H 1640mm Boot 952litres 1.2 Puretech Active 5dr !!!!! £25,630 £24,331 9.9 117 131 170 53.3 1.2 Puretech Allure 5dr !!!!! £27,430 £26,036 9.9 117 131 170 52.3 1.2 Puretech GT Line 5dr £29,330 £27,836 9.9 117 131 170 52.3 1.2 Puretech GT Line Premium 5dr £31,180 £29,589 9.9 117 131 170 54.3 1.5 BlueHDi Active 5dr £27,550 £25,550 11.1 119 131 221 68.9 1.5 BlueHDi Allure 5dr £29,350 £27,215 11.1 119 131 221 67.3 1.5 BlueHDi GT Line 5dr £31,250 £28,972 11.1 119 131 221 67.3 1.5 BlueHDi GT Line Premium 5dr £33,100 £30,684 11.1 119 131 221 70.6
3008 SUV
121/25% £106/£212 122/25% £113/£227 122/25% £121/£243 120/25% £129/£258 107/25% £114/£228 109/25% £121/£243 109/25% £129/£259 106/25% £137/£274
16E 17E 18E 16E 16E 17E 17E 18E
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VERDICT Stylish, practical and good to drive, the well-equipped Peugeot 3008 is one of the best small SUVs you can buy Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4447mm W 2098mm H 1620mm Boot 591litres 1.2 Puretech Allure 5dr !!!!! £25,280 £23,999 246.98 9.5 117 131 170 53.3 120/25% £104/£209 1.2 Puretech GT Line 5dr !!!!! £27,180 £25,799 267.12 9.5 117 131 170 53.3 120/25% £112/£225 1.2 Puretech GT Line Premium 5dr £29,205 £27,718 9.5 117 131 170 54.3 118/24% £116/£232 1.2 Puretech Active 5dr !!!!! £23,480 £22,294 253.02 9.5 117 131 170 54.3 119/24% £93/£186 1.5 BlueHDi Active 5dr £25,400 £23,684 10.8 119 131 221 68.9 108/25% £105/£210 1.5 BlueHDi Allure 5dr £27,200 £25,358 10.8 119 131 221 67.3 109/25% £112/£225 1.5 BlueHDi GT Line 5dr £29,100 £27,125 10.8 119 131 221 67.3 109/25% £120/£241 1.5 BlueHDi GT Line Premium 5dr £31,125 £29,008 10.8 119 131 221 68.9 106/25% £129/£258 52% 51% 50% 52% 46% 46% 46% 45%
21E 21E 13E 13E 13E 18E 19E 19E 19E
2008 SUV
VERDICT The 2008 feels classy inside and is very efficient, but some rivals are com ier, better-handling and more spacious and versatile inside Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4159mm W 2004mm H Nmm Boot 360litres 1.2 Puretech 130 Allure 5dr !!!!! £20,065 £17,859 221.79 9.3 124 131 170 55.4 118/24% £79/£159 39.01 35% 1.2 Puretech 130 GT Line 5dr !!!!! £21,435 £19,071 233.68 9.3 124 131 170 55.4 118/24% £85/£170 40.56 36% 1.2 Puretech Active 5dr £16,985 £15,133 13.6 105 83 87 56.5 114/23% £64/£129 36% 1.2 Puretech Allure 5dr £18,335 £16,328 13.6 105 83 87 56.5 114/23% £69/£139 36% 1.2 Puretech Allure Premium 5dr £19,135 £17,036 13.6 105 83 87 56.5 114/23% £73/£145 37% 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Active 5dr £19,125 £17,207 10.6 113 102 184 70.6 98/23% £73/£145 30% 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Allure 5dr £20,775 £18,286 10.6 113 102 184 70.6 98/23% £79/£158 30% 1.5 BlueHDi 100 Allure Premium 5dr £21,575 £19,400 10.6 113 102 184 70.6 98/23% £82/£164 31% 1.5 BlueHDi 100 GT Line 5dr £22,145 £19,485 10.6 113 102 184 70.6 98/23% £84/£168 32%
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22E 22E 24E
101/24% £99/£198 101/24% £104/£209 103/24% £111/£223
40% 41% 42%
VERDICT The high-tech Peugeot 508 is a decent effort, but rival are better to drive and more practical Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4750mm W 2079mm H 1403mm Boot 487litres 1.5 BlueHDi Active 5dr £25,000 £25,000 9.7 129 131 - 74.3 1.5 BlueHDi Allure 5dr !!!!! £26,300 £26,300 9.7 129 131 - 74.3 1.5 BlueHDi GT Line 5dr £28,050 £28,050 9.7 129 131 - 72.4
21E 22E 20E 23E 23E 20E 20E 19E 21E 22E 17E 17E 16E 18E 19E
9E 9E 8E 12E 11E 11E
18E 17E 17E 15E 15E 14E
17E 18E 17E 15E 15E 14E 35E 35E
16E 16E 17E 17E 19E 18E 19E 18E
9E 9E 10E 9E 7E 3E 10E 12E 11E 11E
150 | June 2019 whatcar.com Monthly company car tax bill
Contract hire per month
Target Price 020 8267 4138
Price on the road
VERDICT
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VERDICT A superb city car with a surprisingly grown-up feel Doors 5 Seats 4 L 3557mm W Nmm H 1478mm Boot 251litres 1.0 75 FR Line 5dr !!!!! £12,230 £10,359 182.02 1.0 75 FR Line EZ 5dr £12,210 £12,210 1.0 Design Mii 5dr !!!!! £11,710 £9,851 169.63 1.0 Design Mii EZ 5dr £11,690 1.0 FR Line 5dr !!!!! £12,070 £10,203 181.47 1.0 FR Line EZ 5dr £12,050 £12,050 -
SEAT whatcar.com/seat MII HATCHBACK 13.2 13.5 14.4 14.4 14.4 14.4
5.1 5.2
106 107 99 100 99 100
155 155
75 75 60 60 60 60
571 571
70 70 70 70 70 70
64.2 65.7 64.2 65.7 64.2 65.7
664 20.3 664 20.3
102/21% 97/20% 102/21% 96/20% 102/21% 97/20%
£42/£84 £40/£80 £40/£81 £38/£77 £42/£83 £40/£79
318/37% £2232/£4465 319/37% £2676/£5353
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31% 33% 30% 33% 31% 33%
57% 54%
4E 2E 2E -
N N
PHANTOM SALOON
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VERDICT Every bit the car that a lagship Rolls-Royce should be Doors 4 Seats 5 L 5762mm W mm H 1646mm Boot litres 6.8 4dr Auto !!!!! £364,125 £364,125 6.8 4dr Auto EWB !!!!! £436,125 £436,125
GHOST SALOON N N N
330/37% £1697/£3395 -/-/330/37% £1934/£3869
N N
16E 16E 16E 13E 13E 13E
16E 16E 16E 13E 13E 13E
VERDICT Yes, it has laws such as some iffy interior plastics and a slightly lumpy ride, but the Ghost is still a majestic car to ride in and to drive Doors 4 Seats 5 L 5399mm W 2098mm H 1550mm Boot 490litres 6.6 Black Badge 4dr Auto £272,475 £272,475 4.6 155 603 620 20 324/37% £1667/£3334 55% 6.6 II 4dr Auto !!!!! £235,305 £235,305 4.7 155 563 575 20.2 327/37% £1438/£2876 57% 6.6 II 4dr Auto EWB £267,525 £267,525 4.8 155 563 575 20 329/37% £1637/£3273 54%
605 19.6 620 605 19.6
45% 45%
42% 41% 42% 37% 35% 37%
41% 40% 41% 35% 33% 35%
18E 18E 23E 23E
N N N
563 593 563
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 45% 44% 45% 44%
Insurance group
46% 45% 45%
155 155 155
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5 5 5
VERDICT This open-top version of the Wraith is truly luxurious Doors 2 Seats 4 L 5285mm W 2064mm H 1502mm Boot litres 6.6 2dr Auto !!!!! £277,365 £277,365 6.6 Black Badge 2dr Auto £312,465 6.6 Inspired by Fashion 2dr Auto !!!!! £315,795 £315,795 -
DAWN CONVERTIBLE
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VERDICT The Wraith might not be perfect, but it’s a hugely desirable ownership proposition for the privileged few who can afford it Doors 2 Seats 4 L 5285mm W 2604mm H 1507mm Boot 470litres 6.6 2dr Auto !!!!! £253,365 £253,365 4.6 155 624 605 19.8 327/37% £1549/£3099 6.6 Black Badge 2dr Auto !!!!! £290,535 £290,535 4.5 155 624 642 19.3 333/37% £1779/£3557
ROLLS ROYCE whatcar.com/rolls-royce WRAITH COUPE
GRAND SCENIC MPV
SCENIC MPV
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0-62mph (sec)
VERDICT The seven-seat Scénic is good-looking and well equipped, but it’s not as comfortable or spacious as some rivals Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4634mm W 2128mm H Nmm Boot litres 1.3 TCe 140 Iconic 5dr £24,490 £24,490 140 - 147/30% £121/£242 1.3 TCe 140 Play 5dr £23,190 £23,190 140 - 147/30% £115/£229 1.3 TCe 140 Signature 5dr £26,090 £26,090 140 - 147/30% £129/£258 1.5 Blue dCi 120 Iconic 5dr £26,330 £26,330 120 - 127/29% £126/£252 1.5 Blue dCi 120 Play 5dr £25,440 £25,440 120 - 127/29% £122/£243 1.5 Blue dCi 120 Signature 5dr £27,930 £27,930 120 - 127/29% £134/£268
Max speed (mph)
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Power (ps)
147/30% £112/£224 147/30% £106/£211 147/30% £120/£240 127/29% £117/£235 127/29% £113/£226 127/29% £125/£250
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT The Scénic is stylish, well made and cheap to run, but it's not as spacious as some rival MPVs Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4406mm W 2128mm H 1653mm Boot litres 1.3 TCe 140 Iconic 5dr £22,690 £22,690 140 - 1.3 TCe 140 Play 5dr £21,390 £21,390 140 - 1.3 TCe 140 Signature 5dr £24,290 £24,290 140 - 1.5 Blue dCi 120 Iconic 5dr £24,530 £24,530 120 - 1.5 Blue dCi 120 Play 5dr £23,640 £23,640 120 - 1.5 Blue dCi 120 Signature 5dr £26,130 £26,130 120 - -
Gov’t MPG True MPG 128/29% £134/£269 128/29% £145/£291 148/33% £169/£337 148/33% £181/£362
20% / 40%
Cost per mile
VERDICT The Koleos is stylish and well equipped, but it’s not as spacious or as well made as some of its rivals Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4672mm W 2063mm H 1678mm Boot 579litres 1.6 dCi Dynamique S Nav 5dr 2WD £28,045 £25,467 11.4 115 130 236 57.6 1.6 dCi Signature Nav 5dr 2WD £30,345 £27,548 11.4 115 130 236 57.6 2.0 dCi Dynamique S Nav 5dr £31,215 £28,365 10.7 126 177 280 50.4 2.0 dCi Signature Nav 5dr £33,515 £30,447 10.7 126 177 280 50.4
KOLEOS SUV
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
RENAULT TO SEAT 0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
VERDICT
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9.8 9.8 9.8 9.8 10 9.8 10 9.8 9.8 9.8 9.8 9.8 11.2 11.4 11.2 11.4 8.3 8.3 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3 10.3
113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 113 108 107 108 107 127 127 115 115 115 115 115 115 115 115 115
115 115 115 115 115 115 115 115 115 115 115 115 95 95 95 95 150 150 115 115 115 115 115 115 115 115 115
148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 129 129 129 129 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 184
Monthly company car tax bill
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles Cost per mile
113/23% 114/23% 114/23% 114/23% 113/23% 114/23% 113/23% 114/23% 113/23% 114/23% 114/23% 114/23% 111/23% 115/24% 111/23% 115/24% -/-/114/26% 114/26% 114/26% 114/26% 114/26% 114/26% 114/26% 114/26% 114/26%
£76/£153 £76/£153 £80/£161 £80/£161 £69/£139 £66/£131 £73/£146 £69/£138 £81/£162 £81/£162 £86/£172 £86/£172 £64/£128 £67/£134 £68/£135 £70/£141 -/-/£95/£189 £95/£189 £99/£198 £99/£198 £88/£175 £88/£175 £99/£199 £99/£199 £105/£210
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47% 47% 47% 48% 47% 47% 46% 47% 43% 43% 44% 45% 48% 48% 47% 47% 45% 46% 43% 43% 44% 44% 43% 43% 40% 40% 41%
109/22% £70/£139 39% 112/23% £76/£151 38% 116/24% £79/£158 39% 114/23% £78/£156 38% 117/24% £95/£191 39% 120/25% £108/£216 39% 117/24% £102/£204 40% 117/24% £105/£210 39% 113/23% £85/£170 41% 116/24% £97/£195 40% 113/23% £96/£191 40% 113/23% £99/£197 39% 134/27% £119/£238 38% 141/29% £128/£255 38% 141/29% £138/£276 38% 141/29% £136/£271 39% 45.6 141/29% £140/£279 39.2 164/33% £193/£385 109/25% £85/£170 33% 111/26% £92/£184 33% 109/25% £88/£177 35% -/-/33% -/-/35% -/-/34% -/-/34% 164/33% £179/£359 42% -/-/42% -/-/41%
20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
57.6 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 57.6 56.5 56.5 56.5 57.6 56.5 57.6 56.5 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7
Max speed (mph)
VERDICT Good to drive, roomy inside and fairly affordable to own Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4138mm W mm H 1552mm Boot 400litres 1.0 TSI 115 FR 5dr £20,165 £18,567 1.0 TSI 115 FR EZ 5dr £20,165 £18,567 1.0 TSI 115 FR Sport 5dr £21,195 £19,566 1.0 TSI 115 FR Sport EZ 5dr £21,195 £19,566 1.0 TSI 115 SE 5dr DSG £18,305 £16,762 1.0 TSI 115 SE EZ 5dr £17,305 1.0 TSI 115 SE Technology 5dr DSG £19,230 £17,660 1.0 TSI 115 SE Technology EZ 5dr £18,230 1.0 TSI 115 Xcellence 5dr £21,305 £19,672 1.0 TSI 115 Xcellence EZ 5dr £21,305 £19,672 1.0 TSI 115 Xcellence Lux 5dr £22,620 £20,948 1.0 TSI 115 Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £22,620 £20,948 1.0 TSI SE 5dr £16,905 £15,404 1.0 TSI SE EZ 5dr £16,905 £15,404 1.0 TSI SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £17,830 £16,302 1.0 TSI SE Technology EZ 5dr £17,830 £16,302 1.5 TSI Evo FR EZ 5dr £21,370 1.5 TSI Evo FR Sport EZ 5dr £22,400 1.6 TDI 115 FR 5dr £22,065 £20,411 1.6 TDI 115 FR EZ 5dr £22,065 £20,411 1.6 TDI 115 FR Sport 5dr £23,095 £21,410 1.6 TDI 115 FR Sport EZ 5dr £23,095 £21,410 1.6 TDI 115 SE Technology Lux 5dr £20,455 £18,849 1.6 TDI 115 SE Technology Lux EZ 5dr £20,455 £18,849 1.6 TDI 115 Xcellence 5dr £23,205 £21,517 1.6 TDI 115 Xcellence EZ 5dr £23,205 £21,517 1.6 TDI 115 Xcellence Lux 5dr £24,520 £22,792
Power (ps)
58.9 57.6 56.5 57.6 55.4 53.3 55.4 55.4 56.5 55.4 56.5 56.5 48.7 45.6 45.6 45.6 280 67.3 58.9 68.9 39.2 -
ARONA SUV
KEY INFO
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT The Seat Leon ST is a good all-rounder, but its rivals outclass it in a couple of key areas Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4549mm W Nmm H 1454mm Boot 587litres 1.0 TSI SE EZ 5dr £19,170 £19,170 10.1 122 115 148 1.0 TSI SE Dynamic EZ 5dr £19,955 £19,955 10.1 122 115 148 1.2 TSI SE Dynamic Technology 5dr !!!!! £19,955 £16,814 225.85 10.1 121 110 129 1.2 TSI SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £20,500 £17,341 221.23 10.1 121 110 129 1.5 TSI Evo 150 FR EZ 5dr £24,040 £24,040 150 1.5 TSI Evo 150 FR Sport EZ 5dr £26,190 £26,190 150 1.5 TSI Evo 150 Xcellence EZ 5dr £25,670 £25,670 150 1.5 TSI Evo 150 Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £26,495 £26,495 150 1.5 TSI Evo FR EZ 5dr £22,425 £22,425 130 1.5 TSI Evo FR Sport EZ 5dr £24,575 £24,575 130 1.5 TSI Evo Xcellence EZ 5dr £25,145 £25,145 130 1.5 TSI Evo Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £25,970 £25,970 130 1.8 TSI FR Technology 5dr DSG !!!!! £26,675 £23,317 290.16 7.7 139 180 184 2.0 TSI 190 FR EZ 5dr DSG £26,675 £26,675 190 2.0 TSI 190 FR Sport EZ 5dr DSG £28,825 £28,825 190 2.0 TSI 190 Xcellence EZ 5dr DSG £28,305 £28,305 190 2.0 TSI 190 Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr DSG £29,130 £29,130 190 2.0 TSI Carbon Edition 5dr DSG 4Drive £35,575 £35,575 4.9 155 300 1.6 TDI SE EZ 5dr £20,630 £20,630 115 1.6 TDI SE Dynamic EZ 5dr £21,435 £21,435 115 1.6 TDI SE Dynamic Technology 5dr !!!!! £21,395 £18,207 244.81 9.9 122 115 184 2.0 TDI 150 FR EZ 5dr £25,600 150 2.0 TDI 150 FR Sport EZ 5dr DSG £27,750 150 2.0 TDI 150 Xcellence EZ 5dr £27,230 150 2.0 TDI 150 Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £28,055 150 Cupra 2.0 TSI 300 5dr DSG 4Drive !!!!! £33,175 £30,615 387.19 4.9 155 300 280 Cupra 2.0 TSI 300 EZ 5dr DSG 4Drive £32,660 300 Cupra 2.0 TSI 300 Lux EZ DSG 4Drive £33,770 300 -
LEON ST ESTATE
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
RENAULT TO SEAT
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z RENAULT TO SEAT
12E 12E 11E 11E 12E 12E 8E 8E 13E 13E 12E 13E 13E
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Insurance group
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IBIZA HATCHBACK
148 148 148 129 129 184 190 148 184 280 280
VERDICT An interesting alternative to the class leaders, but behind them in some areas Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4282mm W Nmm H 1459mm Boot 380litres 1.0 TSI Ecomotive SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £20,355 £17,450 223.11 9.6 123 115 1.0 TSI SE EZ 5dr £18,175 £18,175 9.8 121 115 1.0 TSI SE Dynamic EZ 5dr £18,960 £18,960 9.8 121 115 1.2 TSI SE Dynamic Technology 5dr !!!!! £18,960 £15,851 211.8 9.9 121 110 1.2 TSI SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £19,505 £16,628 208.84 9.9 121 110 1.5 TSI Evo 150 FR Sport EZ 5dr £25,195 £25,195 150 1.5 TSI Evo 150 Xcellence EZ 5dr £24,675 £24,675 150 1.5 TSI Evo 150 Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £25,500 £25,500 150 1.5 TSI Evo FR EZ 5dr £21,430 £21,430 130 1.5 TSI Evo FR Sport EZ 5dr £23,580 £23,580 130 1.5 TSI Evo Xcellence EZ 5dr £24,150 £24,150 130 1.5 TSI Evo Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £24,975 £24,975 130 1.8 TSI FR Technology 5dr DSG !!!!! £25,680 £22,354 266.41 7.2 139 180 2.0 TSI 190 FR EZ 5dr DSG £25,680 £25,680 190 2.0 TSI 190 FR Sport EZ 5dr DSG £27,830 £27,830 190 2.0 TSI 190 Xcellence EZ 5dr DSG £27,310 £27,310 190 2.0 TSI 190 Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr DSG £28,135 £28,135 1.6 TDI SE EZ 5dr £19,635 £19,635 9.8 121 115 1.6 TDI SE Dynamic EZ 5dr £20,440 £20,440 115 1.6 TDI SE Dynamic Technology 5dr !!!!! £20,400 £17,244 231.24 9.8 122 115 2.0 TDI 150 FR EZ 5dr £24,605 150 2.0 TDI 150 FR Sport EZ 5dr £26,755 150 2.0 TDI 150 Xcellence EZ 5dr £26,235 150 2.0 TDI 150 Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £27,060 150 Cupra 2.0 TSI 290 EZ 5dr DSG £29,580 290 Cupra 2.0 TSI 290 Lux EZ 5dr DSG £30,690 290 Cupra 2.0 TSI 300 5dr DSG !!!!! £30,095 £27,635 351.84 5.7 155 300 Cupra 2.0 TSI R 310 5dr £35,010 £32,391 5.8 155 310
LEON HATCHBACK
70 70 148 148 148 148 148 129 129 129 129 129 129 129 129 129 70 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 170 170 170
75 80 75 80 115 115 115 115 115 95 95 95 95 95 95 95 95 95 75 80 80 150 150 95 95 95 95 95 95 95 80 80 80
VERDICT The Ibiza is the best small car on the market; it really has no major weakness Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4059mm W Nmm H 1444mm Boot 355litres 1.0 SE 5dr £15,125 £12,954 14.7 104 1.0 SE EZ 5dr £14,960 1.0 SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £15,745 £13,546 14.7 104 1.0 SE Technology EZ 5dr £15,590 1.0 TSI 115 FR 5dr £17,825 £15,532 9.3 121 1.0 TSI 115 FR EZ 5dr £17,845 £15,552 9.3 121 1.0 TSI 115 FR Sport EZ 5dr £18,965 £16,621 9.3 121 1.0 TSI 115 Xcellence EZ 5dr £18,695 £16,364 9.3 121 1.0 TSI 115 Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £19,425 £17,061 9.3 121 1.0 TSI 95 FR 5dr !!!!! £17,235 £14,968 10.9 113 1.0 TSI 95 FR EZ 5dr £17,235 £14,968 10.9 113 1.0 TSI 95 FR Sport EZ 5dr £18,355 £16,038 10.9 113 1.0 TSI 95 SE EZ 5dr £15,595 £13,402 10.9 113 1.0 TSI 95 SE Technology 5dr £16,215 £13,994 10.9 113 1.0 TSI 95 SE Technology EZ 5dr £16,225 £14,004 10.9 113 1.0 TSI 95 Xcellence 5dr £18,245 £15,933 10.9 113 1.0 TSI 95 Xcellence EZ 5dr £18,245 £15,933 10.9 113 1.0 TSI 95 Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £18,975 £16,630 10.9 113 1.0 Xcellence 5dr £17,785 £15,495 14.7 104 1.0 Xcellence EZ 5dr £17,620 1.0 Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £18,350 1.5 TSI Evo 150 FR EZ 5dr £18,730 7.9 134 1.5 TSI Evo 150 FR Sport EZ 5dr £19,850 7.9 134 1.6 TDI 95 FR 5dr !!!!! £19,605 £17,232 11.3 113 1.6 TDI 95 FR EZ 5dr £19,605 £17,232 11.3 113 1.6 TDI 95 FR Sport EZ 5dr £20,725 £18,301 11.3 113 1.6 TDI 95 SE EZ 5dr £17,965 £15,666 11.3 113 1.6 TDI 95 SE Technology EZ 5dr £18,595 £16,267 11.3 113 1.6 TDI 95 Xcellence EZ 5dr £20,615 £18,196 11.3 113 1.6 TDI 95 Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £21,345 £18,893 11.3 113 1.6 TDI SE 5dr £17,965 £15,666 13.3 105 1.6 TDI SE Technology 5dr £18,135 £15,828 13.3 105 1.6 TDI Xcellence 5dr £20,175 £17,776 13.3 105
64.2 58.9 57.6 56.5 57.6 53.3 55.4 55.4 56.5 55.4 56.5 56.5 48.7 45.6 45.6 45.6 67.3 67.3 70.6 41.5 38.7
57.6 57.6 60.1 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 60.1 61.4 61.4 61.4 60.1 61.4 60.1 61.4 61.4 57.6 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3 74.3
£57/£114 34.08 -/£60/£119 -/£65/£129 35.8 £68/£135 £72/£144 £71/£142 £74/£147 £63/£125 34.95 £63/£125 £67/£133 £56/£113 £59/£117 £59/£118 £66/£132 37.97 £66/£132 £69/£138 £67/£135 37.44 -/-/-/-/£74/£149 £78/£155 £82/£164 £71/£142 £74/£147 £82/£163 £85/£169 £68/£136 £69/£138 £77/£153 -
36% 37% 36% 37% 39% 40% 40% 40% 40% 39% 40% 40% 37% 36% 37% 39% 40% 40% 39% 40% 40% 39% 38% 35% 36% 36% 33% 32% 36% 36% 31% 32% 35%
15E 12E 12E 21E 39%13E 33E 36E
2E 2E 12E 8E 8E 8E 3E 11E 9E 9E 9E
ALHAMBRA MPV
115 107 107 107 107 108 108 108 108
VERDICT The Alhambra is clever, spacious and good to drive. It's a fantastic MPV Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4854mm W mm H 1720mm Boot 267litres 1.4 TSI S EZ 150 5dr £25,980 1.4 TSI SE EZ 150 5dr £28,525 1.4 TSI SE L EZ 150 5dr £31,545 2.0 TDI CR Ecomotive S 150 5dr !!!!! £28,395 £25,621 301.9 10.2 124 2.0 TDI CR Ecomotive SE 150 5dr !!!!! £30,895 £28,061 339.11 10.2 124 2.0 TDI CR Ecomotive SE L 150 5dr £33,915 £33,915 10.2 124 2.0 TDI CR Ecomotive Style Adva 150 !!!!! £34,130 £31,207 10.2 124 2.0 TDI CR Ecomotive Xcellence 150 !!!!! £34,665 £31,727 10.2 124 2.0 TDI CR S 150 5dr DSG !!!!! £30,225 £27,409 324.61 10.3 123 2.0 TDI CR SE 150 5dr DSG !!!!! £32,235 £29,364 355.3 10.3 123
10.3 11.9 11.9 11.9 11.9 12.8 12.8 12.8 12.8
150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150
115 95 95 95 95 95 95 95 95
251 251 251 251 251 251 251 251 251 251
184 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 184
56.5 55.4 55.4 55.4 55.4 54.3 54.3
65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 65.7 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2
-/-/-/130/30% 132/30% 132/30% 132/30% 132/30% 136/31% 137/31%
114/26% 113/26% 113/26% 113/26% 113/26% 115/27% 115/27% 115/27% 115/27%
-/-/-/£141/£281 49.73 £152/£303 54.64 £167/£334 £168/£336 £171/£341 £153/£306 53.18 £164/£327 57.1
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ATECA SUV
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VERDICT The Ateca is one of the most rounded new cars on sale and should be at the top of your family SUV shopping list Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4363mm W 2078mm H 1601mm Boot 510litres 1.0 TSI Ecomotive SE 5dr !!!!! £21,880 £19,351 231.05 11 114 115 148 54.3 119/24% £87/£173 1.0 TSI Ecomotive SE EZ 5dr £21,880 £21,880 10.7 112 115 148 52.3 122/25% £90/£181 1.0 TSI SE L EZ 5dr £24,140 £24,140 10.7 112 115 148 52.3 122/25% £100/£199 1.0 TSI SE Technology EZ 5dr £23,475 10.7 112 115 148 52.3 -/-/1.5 TSI Evo FR EZ 5dr £26,345 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Evo FR EZ 5dr DSG 4Drive £29,285 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Evo FR Sport EZ 5dr £27,730 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Evo FR Sport EZ DSG 4Drive £30,670 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Evo SE EZ 5dr £23,425 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Evo SE EZ 5dr DSG 4Drive £26,365 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Evo SE Technology EZ 5dr £25,185 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Evo SE Technol EZ DSG 4Drive £28,125 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Evo Xcellence EZ 5dr £26,665 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Evo Xcellence EZ DSG 4Drive £29,605 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Evo Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £29,205 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Evo Xcelle Lux EZ DSG 4Drive £32,145 150 - -/-/2.0 TSI FR EZ 5dr DSG 4Drive £30,765 7.9 132 190 236 -/-/2.0 TSI FR Sport EZ 5dr DSG 4Drive £32,150 7.9 132 190 236 -/-/2.0 TSI Xcellence EZ 5dr DSG 4Drive £31,005 7.9 132 190 236 -/-/2.0 TSI Xcellence Lux EZ DSG 4Drive £33,545 7.9 132 190 236 -/-/1.6 TDI Ecomotive SE 5dr !!!!! £24,030 £21,401 247.54 11.5 114 115 184 62.8 118/27% £107/£214 1.6 TDI Ecomotive SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £25,790 £23,077 272.34 11.5 114 115 184 62.8 119/27% £115/£230 1.6 TDI Ecomotive Xcellence 5dr !!!!! £27,590 £24,792 11.5 114 115 184 62.8 119/27% £123/£246 1.6 TDI SE EZ 5dr £24,030 £24,030 11.5 114 115 184 61.4 120/28% £111/£222 1.6 TDI SE Technology EZ 5dr £25,790 £25,790 11.5 114 115 184 61.4 120/28% £119/£238 1.6 TDI Xcellence EZ 5dr £27,590 £27,590 11.5 114 115 184 61.4 120/28% £128/£255 1.6 TDI Xcellence EZ 5dr DSG £28,970 £28,970 11.5 114 115 184 57.6 128/29% £139/£278 1.6 TDI Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £30,130 £30,130 11.5 114 115 184 61.4 120/28% £139/£279 2.0 TDI 190 FR EZ 5dr DSG 4Drive £32,235 7.5 132 190 295 -/-/2.0 TDI 190 FR Sport EZ DSG 4Drive £33,620 7.5 132 190 295 -/-/2.0 TDI 190 Xcellence EZ DSG 4Drive £32,545 7.5 132 190 295 -/-/2.0 TDI 190 Xcelle Lux EZ DSG 4Drive £35,085 7.5 132 190 295 -/-/2.0 TDI FR 5dr DSG 4Drive !!!!! £32,750 £29,721 7.5 132 190 295 51.4 142/32% £172/£343 2.0 TDI FR EZ 5dr £28,465 126 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI FR EZ 5dr DSG 4Drive £31,135 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI FR Sport EZ 5dr £29,850 126 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI FR Sport EZ 5dr DSG 4Drive £32,520 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI SE EZ 5dr £25,425 126 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI SE EZ 5dr DSG 4Drive £28,095 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI SE Technology EZ 5dr £27,185 126 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI SE Technology EZ DSG 4Drive £29,855 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI Xcellence 5dr 4Drive !!!!! £30,010 £27,112 310.97 9 122 150 251 55.4 134/30% £147/£294 2.0 TDI Xcellence 5dr DSG 4Drive !!!!! £33,060 £30,017 350.33 7.5 132 190 295 51.4 142/32% £173/£347 2.0 TDI Xcellence EZ 5dr £28,785 126 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI Xcellence EZ 5dr DSG 4Drive £31,455 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr £31,325 126 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI Xcellence Lux EZ DSG 4Drive £33,995 150 251 -/-/-
A TO Z RENAULT TO SEAT
102/21% £71/£141 37% 109/22% £66/£132 39% 112/23% £72/£144 38% 116/24% £75/£150 40% 114/23% £74/£148 38% 120/25% £104/£208 39% 117/24% £98/£196 40% 117/24% £101/£202 40% 113/23% £81/£163 41% 116/24% £93/£187 41% 113/23% £92/£184 40% 113/23% £95/£190 40% 134/27% £114/£229 38% 141/29% £123/£246 39% 141/29% £133/£267 39% 141/29% £131/£262 39% 45.6 141/29% £135/£270 109/25% £81/£162 33% 111/26% £87/£175 33% 106/25% £84/£168 35% -/-/33% -/-/34% -/-/34% -/-/35% -/-/43% -/-/43% 156/32% £158/£315 43% 170/35% £201/£402 43%
112/23% -/112/23% -/108/22% 113/23% 113/23% 113/23% 113/23% 106/22% 105/22% 105/22% 105/22% 106/22% 105/22% 106/22% 105/22% 105/22% 112/23% -/-/-/-/99/23% 100/24% 100/24% 100/24% 100/24% 100/24% 100/24% 99/23% 99/23% 99/23%
£24,520 £22,792 £18,845 £17,287 £18,845 £17,287 £19,770 £18,185 £19,770 £18,185 £23,805 £22,099 £23,805 £22,099 £25,120 £23,374 £25,120 £23,374
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£105/£210 £81/£161 £81/£161 £85/£169 £85/£169 £106/£212 £106/£212 £112/£224 £112/£224
1.6 TDI 115 Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr 1.6 TDI SE 5dr 1.6 TDI SE EZ 5dr 1.6 TDI SE Technology 5dr 1.6 TDI SE Technology EZ 5dr 1.6 TDI Xcellence 5dr DSG 1.6 TDI Xcellence EZ 5dr DSG 1.6 TDI Xcellence Lux 5dr DSG 1.6 TDI Xcellence Lux EZ 5dr DSG
41% 39% 39% 39% 39% 38% 37% 37% 39% 39%
51% 52% 51% 50% 50% 50% 49% 49% 50% 50% 48% 49% 48% 48% 47% 47% 49% 48% 47% 46% 44% 42% 42% 45% 43% 43% 43% 41% 44% 44% 43% 42% 43% 43% 44% 43% 44% 44% 45% 43% 44% 44% 43% 42% 43% 41% 42%
42% 43% 43% 43% 43% 40% 40% 41% 41%
19E 19E 21E 20E 22E 19E 19E
9E 11E 11E 12E 23E 16E 21E -
10E 10E 11E 12E -
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VERDICT
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Price on the road
£35,255 £35,460 £35,995 £28,190 £30,380 £33,400 £33,995 £29,710 £31,720 £34,740 £35,325 £36,805
Target Price 020 8267 4138
£35,255 £32,501 £33,021 -
Contract hire per month -
0-62mph (sec) 10.3 10.3 10.3 -
Max speed (mph) 123 123 123 -
Power (ps) 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 184
Torque (lb/ft) 251 251 251 251 251 251 251 251 251 251 251 -
Gov’t MPG True MPG 54.3 54.3 54.3 -
137/31% 137/31% 137/31% -/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-
£179/£358 £180/£361 £183/£366 -/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-
20% / 40%
Monthly company car tax bill
VERDICT The Fabia is a ine small car and incredible value for money if you choose carefully Doors 5 Seats 5 L 3992mm W 1958mm H 1467mm Boot 330litres 1.0 MPI 60 S 5dr !!!!! £11,400 £10,738 167.32 15.7 99 60 1.0 MPI 60 S Plus 5dr £10,525 £10,525 15.7 99 60 1.0 MPI 75 Colour Edition 5dr £14,665 £14,111 14.9 104 75 1.0 MPI 75 S 5dr £12,840 £12,359 14.9 104 75 1.0 MPI 75 SE 5dr £14,115 £13,583 14.9 104 75 1.0 MPI 75 SE L 5dr £15,205 £14,630 14.9 104 75 1.0 MPI Colour Edition 5dr !!!!! £14,190 £13,354 14.7 107 75 1.0 MPI S 5dr !!!!! £12,280 £11,564 180.04 14.7 107 75 1.0 MPI S 5dr £11,815 60 1.0 MPI SE 5dr !!!!! £13,650 £12,848 196.91 14.7 107 75 1.0 MPI SE L 5dr !!!!! £14,440 £13,589 202.71 14.7 107 75 1.0 TSI 110 Monte Carlo 5dr £16,855 £15,852 9.5 122 110 1.0 TSI 110 SE 5dr £15,030 £14,141 9.5 122 110 1.0 TSI 110 SE L 5dr £15,820 £14,881 9.5 122 110 1.0 TSI Colour Edition 5dr £14,920 £14,038 10.6 115 95 1.0 TSI Monte Carlo 5dr £16,205 £15,242 10.6 115 95 1.0 TSI Redline 5dr £16,025 £15,073 9.5 122 110 1.0 TSI S 5dr £13,010 £12,247 10.6 115 95 1.0 TSI SE 5dr £14,380 £13,531 10.6 115 95 1.0 TSI SE L 5dr £15,170 £14,272 10.6 115 95
FABIA HATCHBACK
70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 70 148 148 148 118 118 148 118 118 118
57.6 57.6 57.7 57.7 57.7 57.7 57.6 57.6 57.6 57.6 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2
110/23% 110/23% 111/23% 111/23% 111/23% 111/23% 111/23% 111/23% -/111/23% 111/23% 103/21% 103/21% 103/21% 101/21% 101/21% 103/21% 101/21% 101/21% 101/21%
£43/£86 £40/£79 £55/£111 £48/£97 £53/£107 £57/£115 £54/£107 £46/£93 -/£52/£103 £55/£109 £58/£117 £52/£104 £55/£109 £52/£103 £56/£112 £55/£111 £45/£90 £50/£99 £52/£105
VERDICT The Citigo is one of the best city cars around. It’s cheaper to buy than its Volkswagen Up sibling yet just as brilliant to drive Doors 3/5 Seats 4 L 3597mm W 1910mm H 1463mm Boot 251litres 1.0 MPI 75 GreenTech SE L 3dr !!!!! £11,075 £10,483 13.5 107 75 70 67.3 97/20% £36/£73 1.0 MPI 75 GreenTech SE L 5dr !!!!! £11,425 £10,813 13.5 107 75 70 67.3 97/20% £38/£75 1.0 MPI Colour Edition 3dr !!!!! £10,840 £10,263 14.4 100 60 70 64.2 101/21% £37/£75 1.0 MPI Colour Edition 5dr !!!!! £11,200 £10,602 14.4 100 60 70 64.2 101/21% £39/£77 1.0 MPI GreenTech Colour Edition 3dr £10,820 £10,820 14.4 100 60 70 67.3 96/20% £36/£71 1.0 MPI GreenTech Colour Edition 5dr £11,180 £11,180 14.4 100 60 70 67.3 96/20% £37/£73 1.0 MPI GreenTech Monte Carlo 3dr £11,500 £11,500 14.4 100 60 70 67.3 96/20% £38/£76 1.0 MPI GreenTech Monte Carlo 5dr £11,850 £11,850 14.4 100 60 70 67.3 96/20% £39/£78 1.0 MPI GreenTech S 3dr £8,860 £8,860 14.4 100 60 70 67.3 96/20% £29/£58 1.0 MPI GreenTech S 5dr £9,210 £9,210 14.4 100 60 70 67.3 96/20% £30/£60 1.0 MPI GreenTech SE 3dr !!!!! £10,135 £9,597 14.4 100 60 70 67.3 96/20% £33/£66 1.0 MPI GreenTech SE 5dr !!!!! £10,485 £9,927 14.4 100 60 70 67.3 96/20% £34/£69 1.0 MPI GreenTech SE L 3dr !!!!! £10,685 £10,115 14.4 100 60 70 67.3 96/20% £35/£70 1.0 MPI GreenTech SE L 5dr !!!!! £11,035 £10,445 14.4 100 60 70 67.3 96/20% £36/£72 1.0 MPI Monte Carlo 3dr !!!!! £11,520 £10,904 14.4 100 60 70 64.2 101/21% £40/£79 1.0 MPI Monte Carlo 5dr !!!!! £11,870 £11,233 14.4 100 60 70 64.2 101/21% £41/£82 1.0 MPI S 3dr !!!!! £8,880 £8,718 14.4 100 60 70 64.2 101/21% £30/£61 1.0 MPI S 5dr !!!!! £9,230 £9,061 14.4 100 60 70 64.2 101/21% £32/£63 1.0 MPI SE 3dr !!!!! £10,155 £9,617 14.4 100 60 70 64.2 101/21% £35/£70 1.0 MPI SE 5dr !!!!! £10,505 £9,947 14.4 100 60 70 64.2 101/21% £36/£72
SKODA whatcar.com/skoda CITIGO HATCHBACK
2.0 TDI CR SE L 150 5dr DSG 2.0 TDI CR Style Advanced 150 DSG 2.0 TDI CR Xcellence 150 5dr DSG 2.0 TDI Ecomotive S EZ 150 5dr 2.0 TDI Ecomotive SE EZ 150 5dr 2.0 TDI Ecomotive SE L EZ 150 5dr 2.0 TDI Ecomotive Xcellence EZ 150 2.0 TDI S EZ 150 5dr DSG 2.0 TDI SE EZ 150 5dr DSG 2.0 TDI SE L EZ 150 5dr DSG 2.0 TDI Xcellence EZ 150 5dr DSG 2.0 TDI Xcellence EZ 184 5dr DSG
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
Cost per mile 31.27 39.57 33.07 35.24 36.1 -
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Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 42% 48% 40% 39% 39% 40% 39% 39% 41% 38% 39% 40% 37% 38% 38% 40% 38% 38% 37% 39%
35% 36% 35% 36% 35% 36% 35% 36% 33% 34% 34% 35% 35% 37% 35% 36% 33% 34% 34% 35%
38% 38% 37% 39% 39% 38% 38% 39% 39% 38% 38% 39%
Insurance group 2E 2E 3E 2E 3E 3E 3E 4E 1E 3E 3E 11E 11E 11E 9E 9E 14E 10E 9E 9E
4E 4E 2E 2E 2E 2E 2E 2E 2E 2E 2E 2E 2E 2E
21E 20E 22E -
SEAT TO SKODA
Contract hire per month
0-62mph (sec)
Max speed (mph)
118 118 170 170 170 184 184 184
62.8 62.8 70.6 70.6 70.6 67.3 67.3 67.3
103/21% 103/21% 104/24% 104/24% 104/24% 109/25% 109/25% 109/25%
£54/£107 £57/£114 £68/£137 £73/£145 £76/£151 £75/£150 £79/£158 £82/£165
20% / 40%
40.77 41.43 42.75 42.2 42.85 44.17
SUPERB HATCHBACK
-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/£201/£402 £181/£362 £189/£377 £197/£394 £163/£326 £145/£289 £152/£303 £159/£318 £95/£190 £93/£185 £102/£204 £97/£193 £109/£217 £102/£204 £97/£193 £185/£370 £149/£298 £166/£332 £132/£265 £173/£347 £181/£362 -/£134/£267 -/£104/£208 £118/£236 £104/£208 £124/£248 £130/£261
77.46 70.03 73.82 67.14 59.95 63.74 41.89 42.94 44.42 45.14 48.87 45.96 46.76 59.97 52.88 55.8 44.6 48.71 46.21 52.43 -
38% 39% 40% 42% 40% 39% 38% 36% 37% 36% 38% 36% 37% 36% 41% 39% 40% 39% 35% 34% 36% 35% 37% 39% 38% 37% 38% 35% 36% 36% 36% 36% 40% 36% 37% 38% 39% 38% 38%
28E 27E 29E 29E 25E 24E 25E 26E 12E 13E 13E 13E 14E 14E 14E 24E 25E 23E 24E 24E 25E 20E 18E 19E 19E 21E 21E
95 95 90 90 90 115 115 115
Power (ps)
VERDICT The Superb is comfortable, well equipped, great value for money and one of the roomiest cars in its class Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4861mm W 2031mm H 1468mm Boot 625litres 1.5 TSI S 5dr £21,695 150 - -/1.5 TSI SE 5dr £23,245 150 - -/1.5 TSI SE L Executive 5dr £26,440 150 - -/1.5 TSI SE Technology 5dr £23,245 150 - -/1.5 TSI Sport Line 5dr £27,825 150 - -/1.5 TSI Sport Line Plus 5dr £29,325 150 - -/2.0 TSI 272 Laurin+Klement 4X4 DSG £36,605 272 - -/2.0 TSI 272 SE L Executive 4X4 DSG £32,945 272 - -/2.0 TSI 272 Sport Line 4X4 5dr DSG £34,330 272 - -/2.0 TSI 272 Sport Line Plus 4X4 DSG £35,830 272 - -/2.0 TSI 280 Laurin+Klemen 4X4 DSG !!!!! £37,120 £33,705 489.65 5.8 155 280 258 39.8 160/33% 2.0 TSI 280 SE L Executive 4X4 DSG !!!!! £33,460 £30,392 431.09 5.8 155 280 258 39.8 160/33% 2.0 TSI 280 Sport Line 4X4 5dr DSG !!!!! £34,845 £31,646 460.53 5.8 155 280 258 39.8 160/33% 2.0 TSI 280 Sport Line Plus 4X4 DSG £36,345 £33,003 5.8 155 280 258 39.8 160/33% 2.0 TSI Laurin + Klement 5dr DSG !!!!! £32,845 £29,806 422.69 7 152 220 258 43.5 147/30% 2.0 TSI SE L Executive 5dr DSG !!!!! £29,185 £26,494 366.02 7 152 220 258 43.5 147/30% 2.0 TSI Sport Line 5dr DSG !!!!! £30,570 £27,748 395.46 7 152 220 258 43.5 147/30% 2.0 TSI Sport Line Plus 5dr DSG £32,070 £29,105 7 152 220 258 43.5 147/30% 1.6 TDI CR S 5dr !!!!! £22,130 £20,106 256.81 10.9 128 120 184 67.3 110/26% 1.6 TDI CR S GreenLine 5dr !!!!! £23,340 £21,201 271.31 11 130 120 184 72.4 101/24% 1.6 TDI CR SE 5dr !!!!! £23,715 £21,540 276.41 10.9 128 120 184 67.3 110/26% 1.6 TDI CR SE GreenLine 5dr !!!!! £24,380 £22,142 288.38 11 130 120 184 72.4 101/24% 1.6 TDI CR SE L Executive GreenLine !!!!! £27,340 £24,821 317.04 11 130 120 184 72.4 101/24% 1.6 TDI CR SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £23,715 £22,570 288.13 10.9 128 120 184 67.3 110/26% 1.6 TDI CR SE Technology GreenLine !!!!! £24,380 £23,202 300.8 11 130 120 184 72.4 101/24% 2.0 TDI CR 190 Laurin+Kle 4X4 DSG £36,390 £33,044 8 142 190 295 54.3 136/31% 2.0 TDI CR 190 Laurin + Klement 5dr !!!!! £33,310 £30,227 397.74 8.4 147 190 295 61.4 119/27% 2.0 TDI CR 190 SE L Executi 4X4 DSG £32,730 £29,732 8 142 190 295 54.3 136/31% 2.0 TDI CR 190 SE L Executive 5dr !!!!! £29,650 £26,915 341.87 8.4 147 190 295 61.4 119/27% 2.0 TDI CR 190 Sport Line 4X4 DSG £34,115 £30,985 8 142 190 295 54.3 136/31% 2.0 TDI CR 190 Sport Line+ 4X4 DSG £35,615 £32,343 8 142 190 295 54.3 136/31% 2.0 TDI CR 190 Sport Line Plus DSG £33,730 190 - -/2.0 TDI CR Laurin + Klement 5dr !!!!! £31,110 £28,236 364.87 9.1 137 150 251 65.7 113/26% 2.0 TDI CR S 5dr £22,465 150 - -/2.0 TDI CR SE 5dr !!!!! £24,255 £22,032 277.51 9.1 137 150 251 65.7 112/26% 2.0 TDI CR SE L Executive 5dr !!!!! £27,450 £24,924 309 9.1 137 150 251 65.7 113/26% 2.0 TDI CR SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £24,255 £23,085 289.75 9.1 137 150 251 65.7 112/26% 2.0 TDI CR Sport Line 5dr !!!!! £28,835 £26,177 338 9.1 137 150 251 65.7 113/26% 2.0 TDI CR Sport Line Plus 5dr £30,335 £27,535 9.1 137 150 251 65.7 113/26%
116 116 115 115 115 125 125 125
Torque (lb/ft)
17E 17E 13E 13E 13E 13E 15E 14E 17E 17E
11 11 11.7 11.7 11.7 10 10 10
Monthly company car tax bill
VERDICT The Rapid Spaceback is cheaper and better equipped than the regular Rapid, and most of its rivals, too. Shame it’s not better to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4304mm W 1940mm H 1459mm Boot 415litres 1.0 TSI 110 SE Sport 5dr !!!!! £17,705 £16,185 9.9 122 110 148 57.7 112/23% £67/£134 38% 1.0 TSI 110 SE Tech 5dr !!!!! £16,505 £15,093 9.9 122 110 148 57.7 112/23% £62/£125 37% 1.0 TSI 95 S 5dr !!!!! £14,550 £13,313 11.1 114 95 118 58.9 109/22% £53/£105 33% 1.0 TSI 95 SE Sport 5dr !!!!! £16,985 £15,528 11.1 114 95 118 58.9 109/22% £62/£123 38% 1.0 TSI 95 SE Tech 5dr !!!!! £15,785 £14,436 11.1 114 95 118 58.9 109/22% £57/£114 36% 1.4 TDI CR 90 S 5dr !!!!! £16,275 £14,883 230.98 11.6 114 90 170 70.6 103/24% £64/£128 37.76 29% 1.4 TDI CR 90 SE Sport 5dr !!!!! £18,560 £16,963 237.54 11.6 114 90 170 70.6 104/24% £73/£147 38.86 32% 1.4 TDI CR 90 SE Tech 5dr !!!!! £17,360 £15,871 221.62 11.6 114 90 170 70.6 104/24% £69/£137 36.82 32% 1.6 TDI CR 115 SE Sport 5dr !!!!! £19,360 £17,691 247.2 9.9 123 115 184 67.3 109/25% £80/£160 40.1 34% 1.6 TDI CR 115 SE Tech 5dr !!!!! £18,160 £16,599 231.28 9.9 123 115 184 67.3 109/25% £75/£150 38.06 34%
255.2 259.83 269.55 266.3 270.93 280.65
RUNNING COSTS
Cost per mile
13E 14E 15E 15E 15E 17E 17E 18E
£15,475 £14,153 £16,535 £15,118 £17,290 £15,807 £18,350 £16,771 £19,125 £17,477 £18,170 £16,608 £19,230 £17,572 £20,005 £18,277
RAPID SPACEBACK HATCHBACK
VERDICT !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!!
KEY INFO
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 30% 30% 26% 26% 26% 27% 28% 28%
1.0 TSI 95 S 5dr 1.0 TSI 95 SE 5dr 1.4 TDI CR 90 S 5dr 1.4 TDI CR 90 SE 5dr 1.4 TDI CR 90 SE L 5dr 1.6 TDI CR 115 S 5dr 1.6 TDI CR 115 SE 5dr 1.6 TDI CR 115 SE L 5dr
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
SEAT TO SKODA
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z SKODA Insurance group
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FABIA ESTATE 70 70 148 148 148 148 118 118 118 118
57.7 57.7 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2
111/23% 111/23% 103/21% 103/21% 103/21% 103/21% 101/21% 101/21% 101/21% 101/21%
£52/£105 £58/£116 £61/£123 £51/£101 £56/£112 £59/£118 £59/£118 £48/£97 £54/£107 £57/£113
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40% 40% 41% 39% 38% 39% 42% 39% 38% 40%
148 148 148 184 184 184 184 184 184 184 280 251 251 251 251 251 251 251 273 258 280 280
58.9 58.9 58.9 53.3 52.3 53.3 67.3 67.3 67.3 67.3 55.4 58.9 64.2 56.5 65.7 60.1 65.7 65.7 42.8 43.5 55.4 62.8
RAPID HATCHBACK
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42 43.7 44.58 46.22 49.24 45.87 60 60.38 57.81 53.46 46.84 52.25 49.67 46.53 58.62 59.61 52.94
31% 31% 33%
17E 17E 17E
14E 14E 12E 20E 18E 17E 15E 15E 14E 13E 25E 18E 19E 19E 20E 18E 18E 17E 29E 28E 26E 26E
14E 14E 12E 20E 18E 17E 15E 15E 14E 14E 19E 20E 18E 17E 25E 26E 28E 29E
2E 3E 11E 13E 11E 11E 9E 10E 9E 9E
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VERDICT The Karoq is a top-drawer family SUV, offering comfort and superb practicality for a competitive price Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4382mm W 2025mm H 1603mm Boot 521litres 1.0 TSI SE 5dr £21,255 £20,233 10.6 116 115 148 53.3 119/24% £84/£168 1.0 TSI SE L 5dr £23,625 £22,485 10.6 116 115 148 52.3 121/25% £98/£195 1.0 TSI SE Nav Plus 5dr £21,680 £21,680 10.6 116 115 148 53.3 121/25% £89/£179 1.0 TSI SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £21,255 £20,233 10.6 116 115 148 53.3 119/24% £84/£168 1.5 TSI Edition 5dr £27,705 £26,361 8.4 126 150 184 51.4 125/26% £119/£238 1.5 TSI Scout 4x4 5dr DSG £29,755 150 184 -/-/1.5 TSI SE 5dr £22,605 £21,516 8.4 126 150 184 52.3 123/25% £93/£187 1.5 TSI SE L 5dr £24,975 £23,767 8.4 126 150 184 51.4 125/26% £107/£215 1.5 TSI SE Technology 5dr £22,605 £21,516 8.4 126 150 184 52.3 123/25% £93/£187 1.5 TSI Sport Line 4x4 5dr DSG £29,860 150 184 -/-/2.0 TSI 190 Sport Line 4x4 5dr DSG £30,620 190 - -/-/1.6 TDI SE 5dr £23,205 £22,088 11 115 115 184 62.8 118/27% £103/£207 1.6 TDI SE L 5dr £25,575 £24,339 11 115 115 184 62.8 118/27% £114/£228 1.6 TDI SE Technology 5dr £23,205 £22,088 11 115 115 184 62.8 118/27% £103/£207 2.0 TDI 190 Scout 4x4 5dr DSG £32,135 190 - -/-/2.0 TDI 190 Sport Line 4x4 5dr DSG £32,240 190 - -/-/2.0 TDI Edition 4x4 5dr £31,175 £29,675 8.7 121 150 251 56.5 132/30% £153/£306 2.0 TDI Edition 5dr £29,160 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI Scout 4x4 5dr £30,075 8.7 121 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI SE 4x4 5dr £26,075 £24,830 8.7 121 150 251 56.5 131/30% £128/£255 2.0 TDI SE 5dr £24,060 150 251 -/-/2.0 TDI SE L 4x4 5dr £28,445 £27,081 8.7 121 150 251 56.5 132/30% £139/£279 2.0 TDI SE L 5dr £26,430 150 251 -/-/-
KAROQ SUV
78.46 71.28 74.82 68.15 60.96 64.74 42.82 43.69 45.35 45.88 49.61 47.06 47.67 60.9 53.82 60.23 56.73 48.84 45.34 53.15 49.64 47.12 53.37 -
SUPERB ESTATE VERDICT The Superb Estate makes a brilliant family car, because it's comfortable, classy, well priced and incredibly spacious Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4856mm W 2031mm H Nmm Boot 660litres 1.5 TSI S 5dr £22,975 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI SE 5dr £24,525 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI SE L Executive 5dr £27,720 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI SE Technology 5dr £24,525 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Sport Line 5dr £29,105 150 - -/-/1.5 TSI Sport Line Plus 5dr £30,640 150 - -/-/2.0 TSI 272 Laurin+Klement 4X4 DSG £37,985 272 - -/-/2.0 TSI 272 SE L Executive 4X4 DSG £34,325 272 - -/-/2.0 TSI 272 Sport Line 4X4 5dr DSG £35,710 272 - -/-/2.0 TSI 272 Sport Line Plus 4X4 DSG £37,245 272 - -/-/2.0 TSI 280 Laurin+Klemen 4X4 DSG !!!!! £38,500 £34,954 495.15 5.8 155 280 258 39.2 164/33% £209/£417 2.0 TSI 280 SE L Executive 4X4 DSG !!!!! £34,840 £31,641 438.48 5.8 155 280 258 39.2 164/33% £189/£377 2.0 TSI 280 Sport Line 4X4 5dr DSG !!!!! £36,225 £32,895 466.03 5.8 155 280 258 39.2 164/33% £196/£392 2.0 TSI 280 Sport Line Plus 4X4 DSG £37,760 £34,284 5.8 155 280 258 39.2 164/33% £205/£409 2.0 TSI Laurin + Klement 5dr DSG !!!!! £34,125 £30,965 428.19 7.1 151 220 258 43.5 148/30% £169/£339 2.0 TSI SE L Executive 5dr DSG !!!!! £30,465 £27,653 371.52 7.1 151 220 258 43.5 148/30% £151/£302 2.0 TSI Sport Line 5dr DSG !!!!! £31,850 £28,906 400.96 7.1 151 220 258 43.5 148/30% £158/£316 2.0 TSI Sport Line Plus 5dr DSG £33,385 £30,295 7.1 151 220 258 43.5 148/30% £166/£331 1.6 TDI CR S 5dr !!!!! £23,450 £21,304 261.87 11 127 120 184 62.8 114/26% £101/£201 1.6 TDI CR S GreenLine 5dr !!!!! £24,620 £22,359 276.37 11.1 128 120 184 72.4 102/24% £98/£195 1.6 TDI CR SE 5dr !!!!! £25,035 £22,738 281.47 11 127 120 184 62.8 114/26% £107/£215 1.6 TDI CR SE GreenLine 5dr !!!!! £25,660 £23,300 293.44 11.1 128 120 184 72.4 102/24% £102/£204 1.6 TDI CR SE L Executive GreenLine !!!!! £28,620 £25,979 322.1 11.1 128 120 184 72.4 102/24% £114/£227 1.6 TDI CR SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £25,035 £23,826 294.55 11 127 120 184 62.8 114/26% £107/£215 1.6 TDI CR SE Technology GreenLine !!!!! £25,660 £24,418 307.22 11.1 128 120 184 72.4 102/24% £102/£204 2.0 TDI CR 190 Laurin+Kle 4X4 DSG £37,670 £34,203 8.1 141 190 295 54.3 137/31% £192/£383 2.0 TDI CR 190 Laurin + Klement 5dr !!!!! £34,590 £31,386 402.79 8.5 146 190 295 61.4 120/28% £160/£320 2.0 TDI CR 190 SE L Executi 4X4 DSG £34,010 £30,890 8.1 141 190 295 54.3 137/31% £173/£346 2.0 TDI CR 190 SE L Executive 5dr !!!!! £30,930 £28,073 346.93 8.5 146 190 295 61.4 120/28% £143/£286 2.0 TDI CR 190 Sport Line 4X4 DSG £35,395 £32,144 8.1 141 190 295 54.3 137/31% £180/£360 2.0 TDI CR 190 Sport Line+ 4X4 DSG £36,930 £33,533 8.1 141 190 295 54.3 137/31% £188/£376 2.0 TDI CR 190 Sport Line Plus DSG £35,045 190 - -/-/2.0 TDI CR Laurin + Klement 4X4 5dr !!!!! £34,200 £31,062 389.04 9.1 132 150 251 56.5 131/30% £168/£336 2.0 TDI CR Laurin + Klement 5dr !!!!! £32,390 £29,395 369.93 9.2 135 150 251 64.2 114/26% £139/£279 2.0 TDI CR S 5dr £23,745 150 - -/-/2.0 TDI CR SE 4X4 5dr !!!!! £27,035 £24,548 301.68 9.1 132 150 251 56.5 130/30% £134/£268 2.0 TDI CR SE 5dr !!!!! £25,535 £23,191 282.56 9.2 135 150 251 65.7 113/26% £110/£219 2.0 TDI CR SE L Executive 4X4 5dr !!!!! £30,540 £27,750 333.17 9.1 132 150 251 56.5 131/30% £150/£300 2.0 TDI CR SE L Executive 5dr !!!!! £28,730 £26,082 314.06 9.2 135 150 251 64.2 114/26% £123/£247 2.0 TDI CR SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £25,535 £24,301 296.17 9.2 135 150 251 65.7 113/26% £110/£219 2.0 TDI CR Sport Line 5dr !!!!! £30,115 £27,336 343.06 9.2 135 150 251 64.2 114/26% £129/£259 2.0 TDI CR Sport Line Plus 5dr £31,650 £28,725 9.2 135 150 251 64.2 114/26% £136/£272
A TO Z SKODA
£63/£125 £65/£131 £63/£126
115 115 115 150 150 150 190 190 190 190 190 115 115 115 115 184 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 245 230 184 184
VERDICT The Rapid is below par in many areas and not as cheap as the Rapid Spaceback, but it is more practical. Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4483mm W 1940mm H 1461mm Boot 550litres 1.0 TSI 110 SE 5dr !!!!! £17,275 £15,791 9.8 124 110 148 61.4 106/22% 1.0 TSI 110 SE L 5dr !!!!! £18,050 £16,497 9.8 124 110 148 61.4 106/22% 1.0 TSI 110 Sport 5dr !!!!! £17,325 £15,837 9.8 124 110 148 61.4 106/22%
125 125 125 134 134 134 123 123 123 123 136 130 134 129 134 130 134 134 155 153 139 143
£69/£138 £74/£147 £74/£147 £86/£171 £98/£195 £86/£171 -/-/-/-/-/£87/£174 £92/£185 £105/£210 £92/£185 £154/£308 £149/£298 £127/£254 £135/£270 £99/£199 £123/£246 £108/£216 £99/£199 £143/£285 £133/£266 £154/£307 £121/£241
10.1 10.1 10.1 8.4 8.4 8.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 7.8 8.4 8.5 9.1 8.5 8.4 8.5 8.5 6.7 6.8 7.7 8.3
109/22% 109/22% 109/22% 119/24% 124/25% 119/24% -/-/-/-/-/109/25% 109/25% 111/26% 109/25% 135/31% 126/29% 114/26% 130/30% 113/26% 124/28% 113/26% 113/26% 150/31% 149/30% 136/31% 119/27%
OCTAVIA ESTATE 39% 39% 41% 38% 39% 40% 36% 36% 38% 37% 39% 33% 33% 34% 35% 40% 35% 35% 38% 36% 37% 37% 38% 41% 38% 38% 39%
75 75 110 110 110 110 95 95 95 95
VERDICT One of the best estates available at any price Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4667mm W 2017mm H 1465mm Boot 610litres 1.0 TSI S 5dr !!!!! £19,000 £17,317 249.05 1.0 TSI SE 5dr !!!!! £20,295 £18,492 262.23 1.0 TSI SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £20,295 £18,930 1.5 TSI SE 5dr £21,625 £19,701 1.5 TSI SE L 5dr £23,660 £21,547 1.5 TSI SE Technology 5dr £21,625 £20,169 2.0 TSI 190 Laurin+Klement 4x4 DSG £31,735 2.0 TSI 190 Laurin+Klement 5dr DSG £30,285 2.0 TSI 190 Scout 4x4 5dr DSG £27,935 2.0 TSI 190 SE L 4x4 5dr DSG £27,345 2.0 TSI 190 SE L 5dr DSG £25,895 1.6 TDI CR S 5dr !!!!! £21,110 £19,233 279.32 1.6 TDI CR SE 5dr !!!!! £22,405 £20,408 292.08 1.6 TDI CR SE L 5dr !!!!! £24,480 £22,295 313.69 1.6 TDI SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £22,405 £20,894 288.73 2.0 TDI CR 184 Scout 4x4 5dr DSG !!!!! £30,345 £27,646 381.36 2.0 TDI CR Laurin + Klement 4x4 5dr !!!!! £31,040 £28,248 390.58 2.0 TDI CR Laurin + Klement 5dr !!!!! £29,590 £26,932 377.34 2.0 TDI CR Scout 4x4 5dr !!!!! £27,240 £24,800 332.66 2.0 TDI CR SE 5dr !!!!! £23,165 £21,102 293.27 2.0 TDI CR SE L 4x4 5dr !!!!! £26,650 £24,264 328.12 2.0 TDI CR SE L 5dr !!!!! £25,200 £22,949 314.88 2.0 TDI CR SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £23,165 £21,604 290.24 vRS 2.0 TSI 245 5dr £27,855 £27,855 vRS 2.0 TSI 5dr !!!!! £26,900 £24,491 353.63 vRS 2.0 TDI CR 4x4 5dr DSG !!!!! £30,280 £27,587 378.26 vRS 2.0 TDI CR 5dr !!!!! £27,075 £24,650 336.91
105 105 123 123 123 123 116 116 116 116
40% 40% 42% 39% 39% 41% 36% 39% 33% 33% 35% 36% 35% 36% 37% 38% 38% 39% 39% 42%
15.2 15.2 9.6 9.6 9.6 9.6 10.8 10.8 10.8 10.8
VERDICT The Octavia may not be the most stylish family car, but it's classy, relatively comfortable, incredibly spacious and keenly priced Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4670mm W 2017mm H 1461mm Boot 590litres 1.0 TSI S 5dr !!!!! £17,800 £16,228 236.78 9.9 126 115 148 58.9 107/22% £65/£129 40.4 1.0 TSI SE 5dr !!!!! £19,095 £17,403 250.21 9.9 126 115 148 58.9 107/22% £69/£139 42.13 1.0 TSI SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £19,095 £17,814 9.9 126 115 148 58.9 107/22% £69/£139 1.5 TSI SE 5dr £20,425 £18,612 8.3 139 150 184 56.5 112/23% £77/£155 1.5 TSI SE L 5dr £22,460 £20,458 8.3 139 150 184 55.4 115/24% £89/£178 1.5 TSI SE Technology 5dr £20,425 £19,053 8.3 139 150 184 56.5 112/23% £77/£155 2.0 TSI 190 Laurin + Klement DSG £29,085 190 - -/-/2.0 TSI 190 SE L 5dr DSG £24,695 190 - -/-/1.6 TDI CR S 5dr !!!!! £19,910 £18,144 267.02 10.2 127 115 184 68.9 107/25% £82/£164 42.97 1.6 TDI CR SE 5dr !!!!! £21,205 £19,319 280.03 10.2 127 115 184 68.9 107/25% £87/£175 44.65 1.6 TDI CR SE L 5dr !!!!! £23,240 £21,166 301.35 10.2 127 115 184 68.9 109/25% £96/£192 47.63 1.6 TDI SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £21,205 £19,778 276.18 10.2 127 115 184 68.9 107/25% £87/£175 44.23 2.0 TDI CR Laurin + Klement 5dr !!!!! £28,390 £25,843 365.29 8.4 135 150 251 64.2 114/26% £122/£244 56.24 2.0 TDI CR SE 5dr !!!!! £21,965 £20,013 281.23 8.4 135 150 251 65.7 113/26% £94/£188 45.27 2.0 TDI CR SE L 5dr !!!!! £24,000 £21,860 302.55 8.4 135 150 251 65.7 113/26% £103/£206 48.05 2.0 TDI CR SE Technology 5dr !!!!! £21,965 £20,488 277.68 8.4 135 150 251 65.7 113/26% £94/£188 44.89 vRS 2.0 TDI CR 4x4 5dr DSG !!!!! £29,025 £26,448 368.24 7.6 142 184 280 55.4 136/31% £147/£294 58.15 vRS 2.0 TDI CR 5dr !!!!! £25,875 £23,561 324.87 7.9 144 184 280 62.8 119/27% £115/£231 51.37 vRS 2.0 TSI 5dr !!!!! £25,700 £23,402 341.27 6.7 155 230 258 43.5 149/30% £127/£254 57.01 vRS 2.0 TSI 245 5dr £26,655 £26,655 6.6 155 245 273 42.8 150/31% £136/£273 -
OCTAVIA HATCHBACK
VERDICT Like the hatchback, mature and re ined with added boot space Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4257mm W 1958mm H 1467mm Boot 530litres 1.0 MPI S 5dr £13,860 £13,338 1.0 MPI SE 5dr !!!!! £15,280 £14,702 1.0 TSI 110 Monte Carlo 5dr £17,740 £16,681 1.0 TSI 110 S 5dr £14,680 £13,813 1.0 TSI 110 SE 5dr £16,195 £15,233 1.0 TSI 110 SE L 5dr £16,985 £15,973 1.0 TSI Monte Carlo 5dr £17,090 £16,072 1.0 TSI S 5dr £14,030 £13,203 1.0 TSI SE 5dr £15,545 £14,623 1.0 TSI SE L 5dr £16,335 £15,364 -
51% 51% 51% 53% 49% 50% 51% 52% 47% 48% 49% 46% 46% 47% 47% 48% 48%
39% 40% 40% 42% 41% 40% 38% 37% 37% 37% 38% 37% 37% 37% 41% 40% 41% 40% 36% 35% 37% 37% 38% 40% 39% 38% 39% 36% 37% 37% 36% 37% 39% 40% 37% 37% 38% 38% 39% 40% 39% 39%
9E 10E 10E 9E 16E 15E 15E 15E 10E 10E 10E 15E 15E 15E 15E 15E 15E
28E 27E 29E 29E 25E 24E 25E 26E 12E 13E 13E 13E 14E 14E 14E 24E 25E 23E 24E 24E 25E 19E 20E 18E 18E 18E 19E 19E 21E 21E
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Target Price 020 8267 4138
Price on the road
£26,075 £24,830 £24,060 £30,180 -
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0-62mph (sec) 8.7 8.7
Max speed (mph) 121 121
Power (ps) 150 150 150
Torque (lb/ft) 251 56.5 251 251 -
Gov’t MPG True MPG
VERDICT
VERDICT The practical Kodiaq is one of the very best seven-seat SUVs, as well as one of the most affordable Doors 5 Seats 5/7 L 4697mm W 2087mm H 1655mm Boot 720litres 1.5 TSI Edition 5dr £29,885 150 - 1.5 TSI Edition 5dr [7 Seat] £30,865 150 - 1.5 TSI SE 5dr £24,985 150 - 1.5 TSI SE 5dr [7 Seat] £25,965 150 - 1.5 TSI SE L 5dr £27,785 150 - 1.5 TSI SE L 5dr [7 Seat] £28,765 150 - 2.0 TSI 190 Edition 4x4 5dr DSG £34,145 190 - 2.0 TSI 190 Edition 4x4 DSG [7 Seat] £35,125 190 - 2.0 TSI 190 Laurin+Kl 4X4 DSG [7st] £37,675 190 - 2.0 TSI 190 Scout 4x4 DSG [7 Seat] £35,510 190 - 2.0 TSI 190 SE L 4x4 5dr DSG £32,045 190 - 2.0 TSI 190 SE L 4x4 DSG [7 Seat] £33,025 190 - 2.0 TSI 190 Sport Line 4x4 DSG [7st] £35,675 190 - 2.0 TSI Edition 4x4 5dr DSG !!!!! £34,660 £32,232 8 128 180 236 38.2 2.0 TSI Edition 4x4 5dr DSG [7 Seat] !!!!! £35,640 £33,141 427.99 8.2 127 180 236 38.2 2.0 TSI Scout 4x4 5dr DSG [7 Seat] £36,025 £33,498 8.2 127 180 236 38.2 2.0 TSI SE L 4x4 5dr DSG !!!!! £32,560 £30,284 8 128 180 236 38.2 2.0 TSI SE L 4x4 5dr DSG [7 Seat] !!!!! £33,540 £31,193 404.83 8.2 127 180 236 38.2 2.0 TSI Sport Line 4x4 DSG [7 Seat] £36,190 £33,651 8.2 127 180 236 38.2 2.0 TDI 190 Edition 4x4 5dr DSG !!!!! £35,745 £33,238 8.6 130 190 295 49.6 2.0 TDI 190 Edition 4x4 DSG [7 Seat] !!!!! £37,040 £34,462 397.11 8.8 129 190 295 49.6 2.0 TDI 190 Laurin+Kl 4X4 DSG [7st] £38,760 190 - 2.0 TDI 190 Scout 4x4 DSG [7 Seat] £37,425 £34,819 8.8 129 190 295 49.6 2.0 TDI 190 SE L 4x4 5dr DSG !!!!! £33,645 £31,291 8.6 130 190 295 49.6 2.0 TDI 190 SE L 4x4 DSG [7 Seat] !!!!! £34,940 £32,515 373.94 8.8 129 190 295 49.6 2.0 TDI 190 Sport Line 4x4 DSG [7st] £37,590 £34,972 8.8 129 190 295 49.6 2.0 TDI Edition 4x4 5dr !!!!! £33,585 £31,235 9.7 122 150 251 52.3 2.0 TDI Edition 4x4 5dr [7 Seat] !!!!! £34,565 £32,144 368.53 9.9 121 150 251 51.4 2.0 TDI Edition 4x4 5dr DSG [7 Seat] !!!!! £35,865 £33,350 382.05 10.1 119 150 251 49.6 2.0 TDI Edition 5dr DSG !!!!! £33,400 £31,063 10.1 123 150 251 56.5 2.0 TDI Edition 5dr DSG [7 Seat] !!!!! £34,380 £31,972 364.96 10.3 123 150 251 56.5 2.0 TDI Laurin+Klement 4X4 [7 Seat] £36,600 150 - 2.0 TDI Laurin+Kleme 4X4 DSG [7st] £37,900 150 - 2.0 TDI Scout 4x4 5dr [7 Seat] £34,950 £32,501 9.9 121 150 251 51.4 2.0 TDI Scout 4x4 5dr DSG [7 Seat] £36,250 £33,707 10.1 119 150 251 49.6 2.0 TDI SE 4x4 5dr !!!!! £28,685 £26,690 314.74 9.7 122 150 251 52.3 2.0 TDI SE 4x4 5dr [7 Seat] !!!!! £29,665 £27,599 322.46 9.9 121 150 251 51.4 2.0 TDI SE 4x4 5dr DSG [7 Seat] !!!!! £30,965 £28,805 335.97 10.1 119 150 251 49.6 2.0 TDI SE 5dr DSG !!!!! £28,500 £26,519 311.16 10.1 123 150 251 56.5 2.0 TDI SE 5dr DSG [7 Seat] !!!!! £29,480 £27,428 318.89 10.3 123 150 251 56.5 2.0 TDI SE L 4x4 5dr !!!!! £31,485 £29,287 9.7 122 150 251 52.3 2.0 TDI SE L 4x4 5dr [7 Seat] !!!!! £32,465 £30,196 345.37 9.9 121 150 251 51.4 2.0 TDI SE L 4x4 5dr DSG [7 Seat] !!!!! £33,765 £31,402 358.88 10.1 119 150 251 49.6 2.0 TDI SE L 5dr DSG !!!!! £31,300 £29,116 10.1 123 150 251 56.5 2.0 TDI SE L 5dr DSG [7 Seat] !!!!! £32,280 £30,025 341.8 10.3 123 150 251 56.5 2.0 TDI SE Technology 4x4 5dr !!!!! £28,685 £27,584 359.9 9.7 122 150 251 52.3 2.0 TDI SE Technology 4x4 [7 Seat] !!!!! £29,665 £28,525 369.77 9.9 121 150 251 51.4 2.0 TDI SE Technology 4x4 DSG [7st] !!!!! £30,965 £29,773 386.07 10.1 119 150 251 49.6 2.0 TDI SE Technology 5dr DSG !!!!! £28,500 £27,407 355.93 10.1 123 150 251 56.5 2.0 TDI SE Technology DSG [7 Seat] !!!!! £29,480 £28,348 365.8 10.3 123 150 251 56.5 2.0 TDI Sport Line 4x4 5dr [7 Seat] £35,115 £32,654 9.9 121 150 251 51.4 2.0 TDI Sport Line 4x4 DSG [7 Seat] £36,415 £33,860 10.1 119 150 251 49.6
KODIAQ SUV
2.0 TDI SE Technology 4x4 5dr 2.0 TDI SE Technology 5dr 2.0 TDI Sport Line 4x4 5dr
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/170/35% 170/35% 170/35% 170/35% 170/35% 170/35% 150/34% 151/34% -/151/34% 150/34% 151/34% 151/34% 141/32% 144/32% 149/33% 131/30% 131/30% -/-/144/32% 149/33% 141/32% 144/32% 149/33% 131/30% 131/30% 141/32% 144/32% 149/33% 131/30% 131/30% 141/32% 144/32% 149/33% 131/30% 131/30% 144/32% 149/33%
131/30% -/-/-
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
Monthly company car tax bill -/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/-/£199/£398 £205/£409 £207/£414 £187/£373 £192/£385 £208/£416 £199/£399 £205/£410 -/£207/£414 £187/£375 £193/£386 £208/£416 £176/£352 £181/£363 £194/£388 £164/£328 £169/£338 -/-/£183/£367 £196/£393 £150/£300 £155/£310 £167/£334 £140/£279 £145/£289 £165/£330 £170/£340 £183/£365 £154/£307 £159/£317 £150/£300 £155/£310 £167/£334 £140/£279 £145/£289 £184/£369 £197/£394
£128/£255 -/-/-
20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
Cost per mile 70.01 67 63.57 60.56 59.29 61.62 58.05 52.04 53.27 55.6 50.99 52.03 56.28 58.61 55.04 57.78 59.28 61.96 56.68 57.99 -
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Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 45% 45% 45% 45% 45% 45% 45% 46% 45% 44% 46% 44% 45% 45% 45% 44% 45% 45% 44% 46% 46% 46% 45% 47% 47% 45% 46% 46% 46% 46% 46% 45% 46% 45% 45% 46% 46% 46% 46% 46% 46% 46% 47% 46% 47% 47% 47% 48% 47% 48% 45% 45%
49% 49% -
Insurance group 22E 22E 23E 22E 22E 23E 22E 22E 23E 21E 21E 23E 18E 18E 18E 18E 18E 18E 18E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 19E 19E
15E 15E -
SKODA TO SUZUKI
VERDICT
KEY INFO
Contract hire per month
0-62mph (sec)
Max speed (mph) Power (ps)
149/30% 149/30% 149/30% 149/30% 113/26% 123/28% 113/26% 113/26% 123/28% 113/26%
£84/£168 £76/£153 £66/£132 £86/£172 £79/£158 £91/£182 £80/£159 £73/£145 £84/£168 £64/£128
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VERDICT Worth considering if you need a muscular tow car that seats seven but too lawed to recommend otherwise Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4850mm W Nmm H Nmm Boot 240litres 2.2 ELX 5dr !!!!! £32,995 £32,995 116 181 - 35.8 208/37% £192/£385 2.2 EX 5dr £28,495 £28,495 116 181 - 35.8 208/37% £165/£329 2.2 Ultimate 5dr Auto £38,495 £38,495 116 181 - 34.9 213/37% £226/£452
40.9 40.9 40.9 40.9
157/32% 157/32% 155/32% 155/32%
£132/£264 £143/£285 £138/£277 £149/£298
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XV SUV
111 111 145 145
VERDICT Astonishingly good off road, but rivals are cheaper and more practical Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4465mm W Nmm H Nmm Boot 385litres 1.6i SE 5dr Lineartronic £25,310 £24,224 13.9 109 1.6i SE Premium 5dr Lineartronic £27,310 £26,134 13.9 109 2.0i SE 5dr Lineartronic !!!!! £26,510 £25,370 10.4 120 2.0i SE Premium 5dr Lineartronic !!!!! £28,510 £27,280 10.4 120
114 114 156 156
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VERDICT The Outback is roomy and well equipped, but it’s not good enough in others areas to challenge the class best Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4820mm W 2067mm H Nmm Boot litres 2.5i SE 5dr Lineartronic !!!!! £29,995 £28,554 10.2 123 175 173 38.7 166/34% £167/£334 2.5i SE Premium 5dr Lineartronic £33,010 £31,418 10.2 123 175 173 38.7 166/34% £184/£368
OUTBACK ESTATE
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£123/£245 £126/£253
VERDICT The Impreza is safe and great off road, but it trails its impressive rivals in all other respects Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4460mm W Nmm H 1455mm Boot 385litres 1.6i SE 5dr Lineartronic !!!!! £24,310 £23,847 12.4 112 114 111 42.5 2.0i SE 5dr Lineartronic !!!!! £25,010 £24,533 9.8 127 156 145 42.8
SUBARU whatcar.com/subaru IMPREZA HATCHBACK 151/31% 152/31%
41% 41% 41% 40%
46% 44%
37% 37%
10E 10E 15E 16E
17E 18E
12E 18E
36D 34D 34D
VERDICT If you want lots of space for not a lot of money, the Turismo delivers. But in every other respect, it’s drab, and safety standards are poor Doors 5 Seats 7 L 5130mm W 2365mm H Nmm Boot 875litres 2.2 ELX 5dr Tip Auto 4WD !!!!! £26,995 £26,501 116 178 295 36.2 205/37% £155/£311 74.4 35% 2.2 EX 5dr !!!!! £22,745 £22,326 116 178 295 39.2 189/37% £132/£265 64.17 36% 2.2 SE 5dr !!!!! £20,495 £20,121 116 178 295 39.2 189/37% £118/£237 59.99 37%
TURISMO MPV
29D 28D 32U
17E 28A 27A 27A 26A
11D 15D 15D 14D
13D 13D 16D 13D 14D 15D 14D 14D 14D 17D
43% 43% 40%
REXTON SUV
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£93/£185 £124/£249 £97/£194 £105/£209 £89/£179
KORANDO SUV
39% 38% 41% 39% 39%
44.1 44.1 44.1 44.1 65.7 60.1 65.7 65.7 60.1 65.7
VERDICT The Korando is good value, spacious and reasonably powerful, but it can’t match its rivals for all-round appeal Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4410mm W 2090mm H mm Boot 486litres 2.0 SE 5dr £16,295 £16,295 N 101 149 145 37.6 175/36% 2.2 ELX 4x4 5dr !!!!! £22,845 £22,147 115 178 295 48.7 152/34% 2.2 LE 5dr £19,345 £19,345 115 178 295 53.3 139/31% 2.2 SE 4x4 5dr !!!!! £19,345 £18,761 115 178 295 48.7 152/34% 2.2 SE 5dr !!!!! £17,845 £17,299 115 178 295 53.3 139/31%
118 118 118 118 221 221 221 221 221 221
40% 37% 38% 39%
128 128 128 128 115 115 115 115 115 115
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT The Tivoli XLV offers good space and practicality to families on a budget. However, its pricier rivals are more rounded choices Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4440mm W 1798mm H mm Boot 720litres 1.6 ELX 5dr £17,800 £17,800 110 128 118 39.8 165/34% £98/£195 1.6 D ELX 5dr !!!!! £19,245 £18,875 12 106 115 221 60.1 117/27% £85/£171 1.6 D ELX 5dr 4X4 !!!!! £20,495 £20,100 12 106 115 221 57.6 127/29% £98/£196 1.6 D EX 5dr £17,045 £17,045 12 106 115 221 60.1 121/28% £78/£157 -
112 112 112 112 108 108 108 108 109 108
Cost per mile
38% 38% 39% 39% 36% 37% 36% 36% 37% 36%
12 12 12 12 -
Monthly company car tax bill 20% / 40%
RUNNING COSTS
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles -
TIVOLI XLV SUV
VERDICT Roomy and well equipped but so-so to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4202mm W 1798mm H 1590mm Boot 423litres 1.6 ELX 5dr !!!!! £17,045 £16,719 1.6 EX 5dr !!!!! £15,545 £15,249 1.6 SE 5dr !!!!! £13,495 £13,240 1.6 Ultimate 5dr £17,495 £17,495 1.6 D ELX 5dr !!!!! £18,495 £18,140 1.6 D ELX 5dr 4X4 !!!!! £19,745 £19,365 1.6 D ELX Red Edition 5dr £18,645 £18,645 1.6 D EX 5dr !!!!! £16,995 £16,670 1.6 D EX 5dr 4X4 !!!!! £18,245 £18,245 1.6 D SE 5dr !!!!! £14,995 £14,710 -
SSANGYONG whatcar.com/ssangyong TIVOLI SUV
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
SKODA TO SUZUKI
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z SKODA TO SUZUKI Insurance group
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82 82 82 82 82 90 90 90 90 90 90 71 71 71 71 71 71
VERDICT Brilliant around town, but rivals are better to drive and more comfortable Doors 2 Seats 2 L 2695mm W 1893mm H 1553mm Boot 340litres EQ 60kW Edition Nightsky 17.6k 22k £27,135 £20,912 11.8 81 EQ 60kW Prime Pre 17.6kWh 22kWch £23,335 £17,321 11.8 81 EQ 60kW Prime Premium 17.6k 7kWc £23,060 £17,061 11.8 81 EQ 60kW Prime Premium+ 17.6k 22k £23,930 £17,883 11.8 81 EQ 60kW Prime Premium+ 17.6kW 7k £23,655 £17,624 11.8 81 0.9 Turbo Passion 2dr !!!!! £14,150 £12,537 181.54 10.8 96 0.9 Turbo Prime 2dr !!!!! £14,845 £13,163 183.11 10.8 96 0.9 Turbo Prime Premium 2dr !!!!! £15,690 £13,923 190.58 10.8 96 0.9 Turbo Prime Premium Plus 2dr !!!!! £16,190 £14,373 196.13 10.8 96 0.9 Turbo Prime Sport Premium 2dr !!!!! £16,285 £14,459 194.4 10.8 96 0.9 Turbo Prime Sport Premium Plus !!!!! £16,785 £14,909 199.95 10.8 96 1.0 Passion 2dr !!!!! £13,515 £11,962 176.09 14.9 94 1.0 Prime 2dr !!!!! £14,210 £12,587 177.65 14.9 94 1.0 Prime Premium 2dr !!!!! £15,095 £13,388 185.13 14.9 94 1.0 Prime Premium Plus 2dr !!!!! £15,595 £13,838 190.68 14.9 94 1.0 Prime Sport Premium 2dr !!!!! £15,690 £13,923 193.51 14.9 94 1.0 Prime Sport Premium Plus 2dr !!!!! £16,190 £14,373 199.06 14.9 94 118 118 118 118 118 100 100 100 100 100 100 67 67 67 67 67 67
118 118 118 118 118 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 100 67 67 67 67 67 67 67
N N N N N 52.3 52.3 52.3 52.3 53.3 53.3 65.7 65.7 55.4 55.4 56.5 56.5
N N N N N 56.5 54.3 54.3 54.3 54.3 54.3 54.3 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5
0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 123/25% 123/25% 123/25% 123/25% 122/25% 122/25% 99/20% 99/20% 115/24% 115/24% 114/23% 114/23%
0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 0/0% 114/23% 119/24% 119/24% 119/24% 119/24% 118/24% 118/24% 114/23% 115/24% 115/24% 115/24% 115/24% 114/23% 114/23% 115/24%
28.51 28.76 29.74 30.45 30.23 30.94 27.62 27.87 28.85 29.56 29.42 30.14 -
-/-/-/-/£51/£102 £54/£108 £58/£115 £60/£119 £60/£120 £62/£124 £47/£94 £50/£99 £53/£106 £55/£110 £55/£111 £57/£115 £41/£83
29.56 29.8 30.78 31.49 31.12 31.83 32.29 28.9 29.88 30.59 30.22 30.93 -
-/-/-/-/-/£58/£116 31.83 £61/£122 32.08 £65/£129 33.06 £67/£133 33.77 £67/£134 33.55 £69/£138 34.26 £44/£89 31.13 £47/£94 31.38 £60/£119 32.35 £62/£123 33.06 £59/£119 33.38 £61/£122 34.09
-/-/-/-/-/£61/£121 £47/£94 £50/£100 £53/£107 £55/£111 £56/£111 £58/£115 £61/£121 £45/£90 £48/£95 £51/£102 £53/£106 £51/£102 £53/£106 £39/£79
33% 32% 33% 32% 30% 30% 30% 30% 31% 31% 30% 30% 30% 30% 31% 31% 30%
38% 41% 41% 41% 41% 36% 37% 37% 38% 38% 38% 37% 38% 38% 38% 38% 39%
33% 36% 35% 35% 35% 33% 33% 34% 34% 34% 34% 34% 33% 33% 35% 35% 34% 35% 35% 34%
11E 11E 11E 11E 8E 8E 9E 9E 8E 8E 2E 2E 2E 2E 2E 2E 1E
15E 15E 14E 15E 15E 10E 10E 10E 10E 11E 11E 5E 5E 5E 5E 6E 6E
13E 12E 12E 12E 12E 8E 8E 8E 8E 9E 8E 8E 8E 3E 3E 3E 3E 4E 4E 3E
FORESTER SUV
113/23% 119/24% 113/23% 127/26%
£79/£157 £89/£179 £66/£133 £106/£213
44% 43% 48% 40% 43% 43% 42% 44% 43% 48% 42% 40%
VITARA SUV
56.4 53.3 56.4 50.4
VERDICT There are more upmarket small SUVs, but the Vitara is one of the most spacious and is great value for money Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4175mm W Nmm H Nmm Boot 375litres 1.0 Boosterjet SZ-T 5dr £18,999 11.5 111 111 125 53.2 121/25% £78/£157 1.0 Boosterjet SZ-T Allgrip 5dr £20,799 12 111 111 125 49.5 129/26% £89/£178 1.0 Boosterjet SZ4 5dr £16,999 11.5 111 111 125 53.2 121/25% £70/£140 1.4 Boosterjet S Allgrip 5dr !!!!! £23,249 £22,572 249.44 10.2 124 140 162 52.3 127/26% £100/£200 43.33 1.4 Boosterjet SZ-T 5dr £19,999 9.5 124 140 162 48.7 131/27% £89/£178 1.4 Boosterjet SZ5 5dr £22,499 9.5 124 140 162 48.7 131/27% £100/£200 1.4 Boosterjet SZ5 Allgrip 5dr £24,299 10.2 124 140 162 46.3 139/28% £112/£224 1.6 SZ-T 5dr !!!!! £17,999 £17,480 192.46 11.5 112 120 115 53.3 123/25% £74/£148 35.53 1.6 SZ-T Allgrip 5dr !!!!! £19,799 £19,226 265.4 12 112 120 115 50.4 130/27% £88/£176 45.38 1.6 SZ4 5dr !!!!! £15,999 £15,540 217.44 11.5 112 120 115 53.3 123/25% £66/£132 38.05 1.6 SZ5 5dr !!!!! £20,499 £19,905 218.08 11.5 112 120 115 53.3 123/25% £85/£169 38.82 1.6 SZ5 Allgrip 5dr Auto !!!!! £23,649 £22,962 259.08 13 112 120 115 49.5 131/27% £105/£211 45.02
125 125 125 162
35% 34% 36% 35%
111 111 111 140
36.78 39.67 39.88 41.53
SX4 S CROSS SUV
112 109 112 124
VERDICT Decent to drive and stacked with kit Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4300mm W Nmm H 1585mm 1.0 Boosterjet SZ-T 5dr !!!!! £20,749 1.0 Boosterjet SZ-T Allgrip 5dr !!!!! £22,549 1.0 Boosterjet SZ4 5dr !!!!! £17,499 1.4 Boosterjet SZ5 Allgrip 5dr !!!!! £24,749
IGNIS SUV
11 12 11 10.2
46% 46% 46% 44% 45% 44%
VERDICT The Ignis is a dinky SUV that’s well priced and neatly packaged. Only its stodgy handling and so-so interior quality let it down Doors 5 Seats 4 L 3700mm W Nmm H 1595mm Boot 260litres 1.2 Dualjet Adventure 5dr £13,999 £13,999 11.8 106 90 89 61.4 104/21% £48/£97 1.2 Dualjet SZ-T 5dr !!!!! £12,999 £10,814 173.9 11.8 106 90 89 61.4 104/21% £45/£90 31.91 1.2 Dualjet SZ3 5dr !!!!! £11,499 £9,836 163.22 11.8 106 90 89 61.4 104/21% £40/£79 30.52 1.2 Dualjet SZ5 5dr Auto £15,299 £13,079 197.96 11.8 106 90 89 61.4 104/21% £53/£106 35.04 1.2 Dualjet SHVS SZ5 5dr !!!!! £14,509 £12,301 11.4 106 90 89 65.7 97/0% -/1.2 Dualjet SHVS SZ5 Allgrip 5dr !!!!! £15,509 £13,286 11.1 106 90 89 60.1 106/0% -/-
Boot 430litres £17,548 205.15 £19,330 223.32 £14,831 225.53 £21,508 232.38
32% 33% 32%
BALENO HATCHBACK
39% 38% 41% 39% 38% 39%
37% 34%
35.34 36.9 36.41
27.3 29.59
VERDICT The Baleno is not the cheapest or most premium feeling supermini, but it is frugal, well equipped and very spacious. Doors 5 Seats 5 L 3995mm W Nmm H 1470mm Boot 320litres 1.0 Boosterjet SZ-T 5dr !!!!! £14,999 £12,248 196.35 11.4 124 111 125 64.2 103/21% £52/£104 1.0 Boosterjet SZ5 5dr !!!!! £15,999 £13,230 208.55 11.4 124 111 125 64.2 103/21% £55/£111 1.2 Dualjet SZ3 5dr !!!!! £12,999 £10,783 12.3 111 90 89 67.3 98/20% £43/£86
£26/£52 £32/£63
47%
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99/20% 99/20%
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48%
44% 43% 44% 34% 35%
VERDICT The Swift has tidy handling and a strong turbo engine, but its ride and interior quality are a little disappointing Doors 5 Seats 5 L 3840mm W Nmm H 1495mm Boot 265litres 1.0 Boosterjet SZ-T 5dr !!!!! £13,999 £13,565 10.6 121 111 125 61.4 104/21% £48/£97 1.0 Boosterjet SZ5 5dr Auto £16,849 £16,323 10 121 111 118 56.4 114/23% £64/£128 1.2 Dualjet SZ3 5dr !!!!! £11,999 £11,630 11.9 111 90 88 65.7 98/20% £39/£79 1.0 Boosterjet SHVS SZ5 5dr !!!!! £15,509 £15,026 10.6 121 111 125 65.7 97/0% -/1.2 SHVS SZ5 Allgrip 5dr !!!!! £16,509 £15,994 12.6 105 90 88 62.8 101/0% -/Sport 1.4 Boosterjet 5dr !!!!! £17,999 £17,739 8.1 130 140 170 50.4 125/26% £77/£154
SWIFT HATCHBACK
VERDICT The Celerio is frugal and surprisingly spacious. Its interior feels low-rent, but it is cheap to buy Doors 5 Seats 5 L 3600mm W Nmm H 1540mm Boot 254litres 1.0 SZ2 5dr !!!!! £7,999 £7,315 138.97 13.5 96 68 66 65.7 1.0 SZ3 5dr !!!!! £9,649 £8,924 156.69 13.5 96 68 66 65.7
SUZUKI whatcar.com/suzuki CELERIO HATCHBACK
VERDICT The BRZ just pips the almost identical Toyota GT86, thanks to its tighter handling. It's great fun on the right roads Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4240mm W 1976mm H 1325mm Boot 243litres 2.0i SE Lux Nav 2dr !!!!! £28,435 £27,373 7.6 140 200 151 32.8 196/37% £167/£335
BRZ COUPE
£187/£373 93.82
160/33% £143/£285 61.52 160/33% £156/£313 65.9 197/37% £190/£379 75.08 148/33% £155/£311 61.04 148/33% £169/£338 65.48
VERDICT Feels at least a decade old and is ridiculously expensive to run. The Volkswagen Golf R makes far more sense Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4595mm W 2002mm H 1475mm Boot 460litres 2.5 WRX STi Type UK 4dr !!!!! £32,055 £31,092 578.33 5.2 159 300 300 27.2 242/37%
WRX STI SALOON
VERDICT The Forester is a capable off-roader but SUV rivals are bigger, cheaper and more fuel efficient. Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4610mm W mm H 1735mm Boot 505litres 2.0 XE 5dr !!!!! £26,510 £25,243 373 10.6 118 150 146 40.9 2.0 XE Premium 5dr !!!!! £29,010 £27,618 407.27 10.6 118 150 146 40.9 2.0 XT 5dr Lineartronic !!!!! £32,035 £30,528 454.23 7.5 137 241 258 33.2 2.0D XC 5dr !!!!! £28,810 £27,428 385.94 9.9 118 147 258 49.6 2.0D XC Premium 5dr !!!!! £31,310 £29,803 420.67 9.9 118 147 258 49.6
A TO Z SKODA TO SUZUKI
VERDICT The Forfour combines lots of space with smart looks, but it’s not good enough to beat the best in the class Doors 5 Seats 4 L 3495mm W 1875mm H 1554mm Boot 185litres EQ 60kW Prime Pr 17.6kWh 22kWCh £21,690 £15,623 12.7 81 82 118 N 0/0% EQ 60kW Prime Premium 17.6k 7kWC £21,415 £15,362 12.7 81 82 118 N 0/0% EQ E60kW Prime Premiu+ 17.6k 22k £22,285 £16,189 12.7 81 82 118 N 0/0% EQ 60kW Prime Premium+ 17.6kW 7k £22,010 £15,927 12.7 81 82 118 N 0/0% 0.9 Turbo Passion 5dr !!!!! £12,505 £11,106 163.77 11.2 103 90 100 52.3 123/25% 0.9 Turbo Prime 5dr !!!!! £13,200 £11,749 165.33 11.2 103 90 100 52.3 123/25% 0.9 Turbo Prime Premium 5dr !!!!! £14,045 £12,531 172.81 11.2 103 90 100 52.3 123/25% 0.9 Turbo Prime Premium Plus 5dr !!!!! £14,545 £12,993 178.36 11.2 103 90 100 52.3 123/25% 0.9 Turbo Prime Sport Premium 5dr !!!!! £14,640 £13,081 175.26 11.2 103 90 100 52.3 122/25% 0.9 Turbo Prime Sport Premium Plus !!!!! £15,140 £13,544 180.81 11.2 103 90 100 52.3 122/25% 1.0 Passion 5dr !!!!! £11,910 £10,556 197.31 15.9 94 71 67 54.3 118/24% 1.0 Prime 5dr !!!!! £12,605 £11,199 159.88 15.9 94 71 67 54.3 118/24% 1.0 Prime Premium 5dr !!!!! £13,450 £11,980 167.35 15.9 94 71 67 54.3 118/24% 1.0 Prime Premium Plus 5dr !!!!! £13,950 £12,443 172.91 15.9 94 71 67 54.3 118/24% 1.0 Prime Sport Premium 5dr !!!!! £14,045 £12,531 169.8 15.9 94 71 67 54.3 117/24% 1.0 Prime Sport Premium Plus 5dr !!!!! £14,545 £12,993 175.36 15.9 94 71 67 54.3 117/24% 1.0 Pure 5dr !!!!! £10,535 £9,284 15.9 94 71 67 54.3 118/24%
FORFOUR HATCHBACK
FORTWO CABRIO CONVERTIBLE
82 82 82 82 82 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 90 71 71 71 71 71 71 71
11.5 11.5 11.5 11.5 11.5 11.3 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 11.3 14.4 14.4 14.4 14.4 14.4 14.4 14.4
81 81 81 81 81 96 96 96 96 96 96 96 96 94 94 94 94 94 94 94
VERDICT Fun, but some rivals are better all-rounders Doors 2 Seats 2 L 2695mm W 1893mm H 1555mm Boot 350litres EQ 60kW Edition Nightsky 17.6k 22k £24,995 £19,602 EQ 60kW Prime Pre 17.6kWh 22kWch £21,195 £15,878 EQ 60kW P Premium 17.6kWh 7kWch £20,920 £15,609 EQ 60kW Prime Premium+ 17.6k 22k £21,790 £16,461 EQ 60kW Prime Premium+ 17.6kW 7k £21,515 £16,192 0.9 Turbo Blue Edition 2dr Auto £16,040 £14,592 0.9 Turbo Passion 2dr !!!!! £12,010 £10,834 157.11 0.9 Turbo Prime 2dr !!!!! £12,705 £11,483 158.68 0.9 Turbo Prime Premium 2dr !!!!! £13,550 £12,270 166.15 0.9 Turbo Prime Premium Plus 2dr !!!!! £14,050 £12,737 171.71 0.9 Turbo Prime Sport Premium 2dr !!!!! £14,145 £12,825 169.97 0.9 Turbo Prime Sport Premium Plus !!!!! £14,645 £13,292 175.52 0.9 Turbo Red Edition 2dr Auto £16,040 £14,592 1.0 Passion 2dr !!!!! £11,415 £10,280 151.66 1.0 Prime 2dr !!!!! £12,110 £10,928 153.22 1.0 Prime Premium 2dr !!!!! £12,955 £11,716 160.7 1.0 Prime Premium Plus 2dr !!!!! £13,455 £12,182 166.25 1.0 Prime Sport Premium 2dr !!!!! £13,550 £12,270 165.27 1.0 Prime Sport Premium Plus 2dr !!!!! £14,050 £12,737 170.83 1.0 Pure 2dr !!!!! £10,040 £8,997 -
SMART whatcar.com/smart FORTWO HATCHBACK
16E 13E 16E 12E 11E 11E
21D 20D 16E 24D
17E 15E 15E 17E 17E 18E
16E 14E 13E
25D 27D 22D 27D 23D 35D
7E 7E
31E
40E
23E 23E 34A 25E 25E
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Contract hire per month
Target Price 020 8267 4138
Price on the road
VERDICT
Max speed (mph) Power (ps)
28/0% 28/0% 78/0%
-/-/-/-
49.03 53.63 40.81
46% 44% 55%
21E 22E 14E
PRIUS HATCHBACK
YARIS HATCHBACK
VERDICT The Prius is a highly cost-effective choice for both private and company car drivers Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4645mm W Nmm H 1470mm Boot 360litres 1.8 VVTi Plug-in Business Ed Plus CVT !!!!! £31,705 £26,809 11.1 101 122 105 235 1.8 VVTi Plug-in Excel 5dr CVT !!!!! £33,905 £28,839 11.1 101 122 105 235 1.8 VVTi Active 5dr CVT !!!!! £24,255 £22,444 263.91 10.6 112 122 105 83.1
N N 50U
2E 2E 2E 2E 3E 10E 10E 3E 10E 9E 10E 10E 9E 9E 10E 10E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 10E 8E 8E 8E 8E 36D
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x 49% 39%
N N N
VERDICT Although it’s well equipped and has a hybrid option, the Yaris doesn’t excel in enough areas to stand out in the tough small car class Doors 3/5 Seats 5 L 3945mm W Nmm H 1510mm Boot 286litres 1.0 72 VVT-i Active 5dr £13,320 15.3 96 72 70 60.1 104/21% £46/£92 33% 1.0 72 VVT-i Icon 5dr £14,820 15.3 96 72 70 61.4 107/22% £54/£107 32% 1.0 72 VVT-i Icon Tech 5dr £15,370 15.3 96 72 70 61.4 107/22% £56/£111 32% 1.0 VVT-i Active 5dr !!!!! £13,320 £12,395 15.3 96 69 70 61.4 104/21% £46/£92 32.23 33% 1.0 VVT-i Icon Tech 5dr !!!!! £15,370 £14,214 15.3 96 69 70 60.1 107/22% £56/£111 34.81 32% 1.5 VVT-i Blue Bi-tone 5dr !!!!! £17,900 £16,544 11 109 111 100 54.3 118/24% £71/£141 40.29 33% 1.5 VVT-i Bronze Bi-tone 5dr !!!!! £17,900 £16,544 11 109 111 100 54.3 118/24% £71/£141 33% 1.0 VVT-i Icon 5dr !!!!! £14,820 £13,708 15.3 96 69 70 60.1 107/22% £54/£107 34.16 32% 1.5 VVT-i Cyan Bi-tone 5dr £17,900 £17,900 11 109 111 100 54.3 118/24% £71/£141 33% 1.5 VVT-i Design 5dr !!!!! £16,150 £14,934 11 109 111 100 54.3 118/24% £64/£127 37.31 36% 1.5 VVT-i Excel 5dr !!!!! £17,800 £16,452 11 109 111 100 54.3 118/24% £70/£141 40.15 34% 1.5 VVT-i Grey Bi-tone 5dr £17,900 £16,544 11 109 111 100 54.3 118/24% £71/£141 33% 1.5 VVT-i Icon 5dr !!!!! £15,620 £14,446 11 109 111 100 55.4 116/24% £62/£123 36.21 33% 1.5 VVT-i Icon Tech 5dr !!!!! £16,170 £14,952 11 109 111 100 55.4 116/24% £64/£128 36.56 33% 1.5 VVT-i Red Bi-tone 5dr !!!!! £17,900 £16,544 11 109 111 100 54.3 118/24% £71/£141 40.64 33% 1.5 VVT-i White Bi-tone 5dr !!!!! £17,900 £16,544 11 109 111 100 54.3 118/24% £71/£141 33% 1.5 Hybrid Active 5dr CVT !!!!! £16,585 £15,300 11.8 103 100 125 76.3 84/0% -/33.24 39% 1.5 Hybrid Blue Bi-tone 5dr CVT !!!!! £20,160 £18,572 11.8 103 100 125 67.3 96/0% -/39.97 37% 1.5 Hybrid Bronze Bi-tone 5dr CVT !!!!! £20,160 £18,570 11.8 103 100 125 72.4 89/0% -/37% 1.5 Hybrid Cyan Bi-tone 5dr CVT £20,160 £20,160 11.8 103 100 125 72.4 89/0% -/37% 1.5 Hybrid Design 5dr CVT !!!!! £18,460 £17,010 11.8 103 100 125 72.4 89/0% -/36.66 40% 1.5 Hybrid Excel 5dr CVT !!!!! £19,630 £18,085 11.8 103 100 125 67.3 96/0% -/38.49 40% 1.5 Hybrid Grey Bi-tone 5dr CVT £20,160 £18,570 11.8 103 100 125 72.4 89/0% -/37% 1.5 Hybrid Icon 5dr CVT !!!!! £17,985 £16,574 11.8 103 100 125 76.3 84/0% -/35.29 40% 1.5 Hybrid Icon Tech 5dr CVT !!!!! £18,535 £17,079 11.8 103 100 125 76.3 84/0% -/35.97 40% 1.5 Hybrid Red Bi-tone 5dr CVT !!!!! £20,160 £18,570 11.8 103 100 125 72.4 89/0% -/39.97 37% 1.5 Hybrid White Bi-tone 5dr CVT !!!!! £20,160 £18,570 11.8 103 100 125 72.4 89/0% -/37% GRMN 1.8 Supercharge GRMN Ed 3dr !!!!! £26,310 £26,310 6.3 143 212 184 37.7 170/35% £150/£300 37%
£30/£60 £31/£62 £41/£81 £43/£87 £35/£71 £39/£79 £39/£79
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43% 50% 40%
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 7A 7A 8A 7A 7A 8A 8A
93/19% 93/19% 93/19% 93/19% 93/19% 93/19% 93/19%
Cost per mile -
Insurance group
37% 39% 39% 38% 39% 39% 39%
VERDICT The Aygo is certainly stylish, but rivals are usefully roomier, better to drive and more practical Doors 3/5 Seats 4 L 3455mm W Nmm H 1460mm Boot 168litres 1.0 VVT-i X 3dr !!!!! £9,695 £9,119 14.2 99 69 70 68.9 1.0 VVT-i X 5dr !!!!! £9,995 £9,413 14.2 99 69 70 68.9 1.0 VVT-i X-Cite 5 5dr £12,975 £12,251 14.2 99 69 70 68.9 1.0 VVT-i X-Clusiv 5dr £13,895 £13,895 14.2 99 69 70 68.9 1.0 VVT-i X-Play 5dr £11,375 £10,747 14.2 99 69 70 68.9 1.0 VVT-i X-Plore 5dr £12,630 £11,927 14.2 99 69 70 68.9 1.0 VVT-i X-Press 5dr £12,630 £11,927 14.2 99 69 70 68.9
TOYOTA whatcar.com/toyota AYGO HATCHBACK
MODEL X SUV -/-/-/-
387 N 713 N 713 N
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT The Model X is a viable alternative to its conventionally powered rivals, but it could be better inished Doors 5 Seats 5 L 5036mm W 2271mm H 1684mm Boot litres 75kWh Dual Motor !!!!! £80,350 £80,350 6.0 130 328 387 N 0/0% 100kWh Dual Motor !!!!! £97,305 £97,305 2.9 155 611 713 N 0/0% 100kWh D M Performance Ludicrous !!!!! £135,705 £135,705 2.9 155 611 713 N 0/0%
328 611 611
Gov’t MPG True MPG
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140 155 155
20% / 40%
Monthly company car tax bill
0/0% 0/0% 0/0%
VERDICT This groundbreaking electric car is fast, practical and desirable Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4979mm W 2187mm H mm Boot 748litres 75kWh Dual Motor !!!!! £73,505 £73,505 5.2 100kWh Dual Motor !!!!! £95,305 £95,305 2.5 100kWh D M Performance Ludicrous !!!!! £129,405 £129,405 2.5
TESLA whatcar.com/tesla MODEL S HATCHBACK
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
KEY INFO
Contract hire per month
0-62mph (sec)
Max speed (mph)
70 55.4 70 55.4
117/24% 117/24%
£40/£80 £43/£87
20% / 40%
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36% 37%
ASTRA HATCHBACK
CORSA HATCHBACK
34% 36% 31% 34% 34% 34% 35% 35% 34% 36% 32% 35% 35% 36% 36% 33%
73 73
VERDICT The Astra is a well-rounded, good-value family hatch that offers plenty of room at an affordable price Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4370mm W 2042mm H 1485mm Boot 370litres 1.0T Ecotec Design 5dr £18,350 £17,041 10.9 121 105 125 60.1 107/22% £67/£133 1.0T Ecotec Elite Nav 5dr £22,370 £17,452 10.9 121 105 125 58.9 110/23% £85/£170 1.0T Ecotec SE 5dr £21,600 £16,744 10.9 121 105 125 58.9 110/23% £82/£164 1.0T Ecotec SRi 5dr £21,210 £16,385 10.9 121 105 125 58.9 110/23% £81/£161 1.0T Ecotec SRi Nav 5dr £21,910 £17,029 10.9 121 105 125 58.9 110/23% £83/£166 1.0T Ecotec Tech Line Nav 5dr £19,050 £18,006 10.9 121 105 125 60.1 107/22% £69/£138 1.4T 16V 125 Design 5dr !!!!! £18,460 £17,148 179.37 8.6 127 125 181 48.7 133/27% £82/£164 40.15 1.4T 16V 125 Tech Line Nav 5dr £19,160 £18,114 8.6 127 125 181 48.7 133/27% £85/£170 1.4T 16V 150 Design 5dr Auto !!!!! £20,070 £18,634 196.93 8.4 130 150 181 51.4 127/26% £86/£172 42.84 1.4T 16V 150 Elite Nav 5dr !!!!! £22,730 £17,788 212.82 7.8 134 150 181 47.9 136/28% £105/£210 42.13 1.4T 16V 150 SE 5dr £21,960 £17,080 7.8 134 150 181 47.9 136/28% £101/£203 1.4T 16V 150 SRi 5dr !!!!! £21,570 £16,721 204.13 7.8 134 150 181 47.9 136/28% £99/£199 41.13 1.4T 16V 150 SRi Nav 5dr !!!!! £22,270 £17,365 208.91 7.8 134 150 181 47.9 136/28% £103/£205 41.89 1.4T 16V 150 SRi VX-Line 5dr !!!!! £22,770 £17,825 321.08 7.8 134 150 181 47.1 138/28% £105/£210 52.73 1.4T 16V 150 SRi VX-Line Nav 5dr !!!!! £23,470 £18,469 329.72 7.8 134 150 181 47.1 138/28% £108/£217 53.85 1.4T 16V 150 Tech Line Nav 5dr Auto £20,770 £19,629 8.4 130 150 181 51.4 127/26% £89/£178 -
106 106
Power (ps)
34% 34% 33% 32% 32% 33% 31% 30% 30% 30% 33% 33% 34% 33% 33% 34% 34% 31% 31% 31% 31% 34% 34% 32% 33% 30% 30% 36%
13.1 13.1
Torque (lb/ft)
£50/£99 £57/£115 £60/£120 £64/£127 £66/£133 £70/£140 £68/£136 £71/£141 £72/£145 £75/£150 £76/£151 £78/£157 £61/£122 33.34 £65/£129 £67/£135 £68/£137 £71/£142 £69/£138 £72/£144 £74/£147 £76/£153 £77/£153 £79/£159 £68/£135 £71/£142 £74/£147 £76/£153 £87/£175 -
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Monthly company car tax bill
VERDICT The Corsa is keenly priced if you choose carefully, but it’s outclassed by newer rivals in most other areas Doors 3/5 Seats 5 L 4021mm W 1736mm H 1479mm Boot 285litres 1.4 75 Active 3dr £11,250 £11,250 15.5 101 75 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 75 Design 3dr £12,975 £12,493 15.5 101 75 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 75 Design 5dr £13,575 £13,069 15.5 101 75 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 75 Energy 3dr £14,340 £11,818 15.5 101 75 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 75 Energy 5dr £14,940 £12,384 15.5 101 75 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 75 SE Nav 5dr £15,740 £14,295 15.5 101 75 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 75 Sport 3dr £15,315 £12,557 15.5 101 75 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 75 Sport 5dr £15,915 £13,115 15.5 101 75 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 75 SRi Nav 3dr £16,315 £13,680 15.5 101 75 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 75 SRi Nav 5dr £16,915 £14,245 15.5 101 75 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 75 SRi VX-Line Nav Black 3dr £17,005 £14,330 15.5 101 75 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 75 SRi VX-Line Nav Black 5dr £17,605 £14,896 15.5 101 75 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 Design 5dr !!!!! £13,820 £13,304 179.61 13.2 109 90 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 Energy 3dr £14,585 £12,049 13.2 109 90 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 Energy 5dr £15,185 £12,615 13.2 109 90 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 SE Nav 3dr £15,385 £13,975 13.2 109 90 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 SE Nav 5dr £15,985 £14,516 13.2 109 90 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 Sport 3dr £15,560 £12,785 13.2 109 90 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 Sport 5dr £16,160 £13,343 13.2 109 90 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 SRi Nav 3dr £16,560 £13,911 13.2 109 90 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 SRi Nav 5dr £17,160 £14,476 13.2 109 90 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 SRi VX-Line Nav Black 3dr £17,250 £14,561 13.2 109 90 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4 SRi VX-Line Nav Black 5dr £17,850 £15,127 13.2 109 90 96 49.6 130/27% 1.4T 100 Energy 5dr £15,840 £15,840 11 115 100 148 50.4 128/26% 1.4T 100 SE Nav 5dr £16,640 £15,107 11 115 100 148 50.4 128/26% 1.4T 100 SRi Nav 3dr £17,215 £14,528 11 115 100 148 50.4 128/26% 1.4T 100 SRi Nav 5dr £17,815 £15,094 11 115 100 148 50.4 128/26% 1.4T 150 GSi 3dr £18,995 £18,995 8.9 129 150 162 47.1 138/28%
£9,897 £10,770
Cost per mile
34% 34% 32% 31% 32% 32% 32% 33%
£10,175 £11,075
RUNNING COSTS
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles
VERDICT The Adam has style, plenty of kit and a classy interior. However, it’s not very comfortable and isn't good to drive Doors 3 Seats 4 L 3698mm W 1966mm H 1484mm Boot 170litres 1.2i Energised 3dr !!!!! £15,295 £13,620 243.41 14.9 103 70 85 50.4 128/26% £65/£131 35.89 1.2i Energised Black Jack 3dr £15,570 £13,884 14.9 103 70 85 50.4 128/26% £67/£133 1.2i Glam 3dr !!!!! £14,820 £13,164 182.81 14.9 103 70 85 50.4 128/26% £63/£127 36.62 1.2i Jam 3dr !!!!! £13,450 £11,849 171.89 14.9 103 70 85 50.4 128/26% £57/£115 35.25 1.4i 100 Slam 3dr !!!!! £16,360 £14,644 186.44 11.5 115 100 96 48.7 134/27% £72/£145 37.69 1.4i Glam 3dr !!!!! £15,035 £13,372 179.67 12.5 109 87 96 48.7 133/27% £67/£133 36.48 1.4i Slam 3dr !!!!! £15,785 £14,092 181.19 12.5 109 87 96 48.7 133/27% £70/£140 36.9 1.4T S 3dr !!!!! £18,875 £17,058 214.35 8.5 130 150 162 44.1 145/30% £93/£186 42.5
ADAM HATCHBACK
1.0 73 SE 5dr 1.0 73 SL 5dr
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
VERDICT !!!!!
TESLA TO VAUXHALL MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
TESLA TO VAUXHALL
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z TESLA TO VAUXHALL
11E 12E 12E 10E 10E 11E 14E 14E 15E 18E 19A 16E 16E 16E 16E 16E
3E 3E 3E 3E 3E 4E 4E 4E 4E 4E 4E 4E 6E 6E 6E 7E 7E 7E 7E 8E 8E 8E 8E 11E 11E 11E 11E 20E
2E 3E 3E 3E 9E 6E 6E 15E
4E 5E
Insurance group
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40.66 44.52 46.81
58% 57%
54% 52% 52%
12E 11E
14E 14E 14E
155 155 155 155 155 155
50.4 53.2 50.4 53.2 50.4 50.4
127/0% 122/0% 127/0% 122/0% 127/0% 127/0%
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73.96 76.9 67.58 70.53 65.25 65.73
37%
5E
22E 21E 23E 21E 21E 26E 26E
34A 34G 34G 34A
N
35A 35A 35A 33A 33A 34A 35A 35A
INSIGNIA GRAND SPORT HATCHBACK
7.8 7.3 7.3 7.3 7.3 7.3 7.3 8.8 8.8 8.8 8.8 8.8 8.8 8.8 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 8.5 8.5 8.5
134 146 146 146 146 146 146 132 132 132 132 132 132 132 124 124 124 124 124 140 140 140
150 200 200 200 200 200 200 136 136 136 136 136 136 136 110 110 110 110 110 150 150 150
181 221 221 221 221 221 221 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 221 221 221 221 221 -
47.1 43.5 43.5 43.5 42.8 42.8 42.8 64.2 62.8 62.8 62.8 61.4 61.4 64.2 68.9 67.3 67.3 67.3 68.9 68.9 68.9 68.9
11E 12E 11E 14E 14E 18E 19A 16E 16E 21E 21E 21E 18A 18E 15E 15E 17E 13E 14E 12E 12E 13E 23E
20E 21E 21E 21E 21E 20E 24E 18A 18E 15E 15E 15E 16E 17E 13E 14E 12E 12E 13E 23E 20E -
VERDICT The Insignia Grand Sport offers competitive pricing and running costs, but most of its rivals are better to drive and more appealing overall Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4897mm W 2093mm H 1455mm Boot 490litres 1.5T Design 5dr £19,290 £18,125 9.3 130 140 184 50.4 129/26% £83/£165 40% 14E 1.5T 165 Design 5dr £19,590 £18,417 8.4 138 165 184 50.4 129/26% £84/£168 43.63 41% 16E 1.5T 165 Design Nav 5dr £20,385 £19,190 8.4 138 165 184 50.4 129/26% £87/£175 44.77 41% 16E 1.5T Design Nav 5dr £20,085 £18,898 9.3 130 140 184 50.4 129/26% £86/£172 40% 14E 1.5T Elite Nav 5dr £25,275 £23,945 8.4 138 165 184 50.4 129/26% £109/£217 49.99 39% 17E 1.5T SRi 5dr £22,055 £20,814 8.4 138 165 184 50.4 129/26% £95/£189 44.67 39% 17E 1.5T SRi Nav 5dr £22,850 £21,587 8.4 138 165 184 50.4 129/26% £98/£196 45.57 39% 17E 1.5T SRi VX-Line Nav 5dr £24,070 £22,773 8.4 138 165 184 50.4 129/26% £103/£207 46.66 41% 17E 1.5T Tech Line Nav 5dr £22,645 £21,388 8.4 138 165 184 50.4 129/26% £97/£194 45.57 39% 17E 1.6T 200 Elite Nav 5dr £26,815 £25,404 7.2 146 200 221 44.8 145/30% £133/£266 39% 25E 1.6T 200 SRi VX-Line Nav 5dr £25,610 £24,232 7.2 146 200 221 44.8 145/30% £127/£254 40% 25E 1.6 Turbo D 136 Design 5dr £20,190 £18,961 9.9 131 136 236 61.4 121/28% £93/£186 43% 15E 1.6 Turbo D 136 Design Nav 5dr £20,985 £19,734 9.9 131 136 236 61.4 121/28% £97/£193 42% 16E 1.6 Turbo D 136 Elite Nav 5dr £25,875 £24,490 9.9 131 136 236 61.4 121/28% £120/£239 41% 18E 1.6 Turbo D 136 SRi 5dr £22,655 £21,358 9.9 131 136 236 61.4 121/28% £105/£209 40% 16E 1.6 Turbo D 136 SRi Nav 5dr £23,450 £22,132 9.9 131 136 236 61.4 121/28% £108/£216 40% 16E 1.6 Turbo D 136 SRi VX-Line Nav 5dr £24,670 £23,318 9.9 131 136 236 61.4 121/28% £114/£228 42% 16E 1.6 Turbo D 136 Tech Line Nav 5dr £23,245 £21,932 9.9 131 136 236 61.4 121/28% £107/£215 40% 16E 1.6 Turbo D Ecotec Design 5dr !!!!! £19,690 £18,475 11.1 127 110 221 64.2 116/27% £87/£175 41.12 42% 13E 1.6 Turbo D Ecotec Design Nav 5dr !!!!! £20,485 £19,248 11.1 127 110 221 64.2 116/27% £91/£182 42.26 42% 13E 1.6 Turbo D Ecotec Elite Nav 5dr !!!!! £25,375 £24,004 11.1 127 110 221 64.2 116/27% £113/£226 47.12 40% 16E 1.6 Turbo D Ecotec SRi 5dr !!!!! £22,155 £20,872 11.1 127 110 221 64.2 116/27% £99/£197 42 40% 14E
231.85 222.81 227.76 348.98 357.84 203.72 235.23 226.53 231.31 353.89 362.54 -
33% 31% 33% 34% 34% 36% 32% 34% 34% 36% 34% 34% 28% 30% 29% 29% 28% 28% 30% 29% 29% 28% 28%
ASTRA SPORTS TOURER ESTATE
£20,364 £19,072 £22,965 £23,665 £20,063 £21,958 £19,122 £19,523 £18,455 £19,099 £19,559 £20,203 £20,126 £18,449 £18,852 £17,785 £18,429 £19,440 £25,230 £25,970 £28,030
VERDICT A well sorted family estate that’s comfortable, spacious and affordable, if not quite as practical as the Skoda Octavia Estate Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4702mm W 2042mm H 1510mm Boot 540litres 1.0T Ecotec Design 5dr £19,700 £18,290 11.1 121 105 125 61.4 107/22% £72/£143 1.0T Ecotec SE 5dr £22,950 £17,766 11.1 121 105 125 58.9 110/23% £87/£174 1.0T Ecotec Tech Line Nav 5dr £20,400 £19,279 11.1 121 105 125 61.4 107/22% £74/£148 1.4T 16V 125 Design 5dr !!!!! £19,810 £18,396 199.79 9 127 125 181 47.9 136/28% £91/£183 43.24 1.4T 16V 125 Tech Line Nav 5dr £20,510 £19,386 9 127 125 181 47.9 136/28% £95/£189 1.4T 16V 150 Elite Nav 5dr !!!!! £24,080 £18,799 232.41 8.2 133 150 181 47.1 139/28% £111/£222 44.48 1.4T 16V 150 SE 5dr £23,310 £18,099 8.2 133 150 181 47.1 139/28% £108/£215 1.4T 16V 150 SRi 5dr !!!!! £22,920 £17,744 219.04 8.2 133 150 181 47.1 139/28% £106/£212 43.48 1.4T 16V 150 SRi Nav 5dr !!!!! £23,620 £18,381 223.82 8.2 133 150 181 47.1 139/28% £109/£218 44.24 1.6T 16V 200 Elite Nav 5dr !!!!! £25,475 £20,069 251.64 7.4 146 200 221 44.1 147/30% £126/£252 48.38 1.6T 16V 200 SRi 5dr !!!!! £24,315 £24,315 237.96 7.3 146 200 221 44.1 147/30% £120/£241 47.33 1.6T 16V 200 SRi Nav 5dr !!!!! £25,015 £25,015 242.91 7.3 146 200 221 44.1 147/30% £124/£248 48.11 1.6 CDTi 16V 136 Design 5dr !!!!! £21,945 £20,371 224.64 9 132 136 236 62.8 118/27% £98/£195 42.79 1.6 CDTi 16V 136 Elite Nav 5dr !!!!! £25,965 £20,515 254.82 9 132 136 236 61.4 121/28% £120/£240 44.54 1.6 CDTi 16V 136 SRi 5dr !!!!! £24,805 £19,459 241.45 9 132 136 236 61.4 121/28% £115/£229 43.53 1.6 CDTi 16V 136 SRi Nav 5dr !!!!! £25,505 £20,096 246.23 9 132 136 236 61.4 121/28% £118/£236 44.3 1.6 CDTi 16V 136 Tech Line Nav 5dr £22,645 £21,398 9 132 136 236 62.8 118/27% £101/£202 1.6 CDTi 16V Ecotec Design 5dr £21,260 £19,738 10.7 124 110 221 65.7 112/26% £91/£182 1.6 CDTi 16V Ecotec Elite Nav 5dr £25,280 £19,891 10.7 124 110 221 64.2 116/27% £113/£225 1.6 CDTi 16V Ecotec SRi 5dr £24,120 £18,836 10.7 124 110 221 64.2 116/27% £107/£215 1.6 CDTi 16V Ecotec SRi Nav 5dr £24,820 £19,473 10.7 124 110 221 64.2 116/27% £111/£221 1.6 CDTi 16V Ecotec Tech Line Nav £21,960 £20,753 10.7 124 110 221 65.7 112/26% £94/£188 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo 16V 150 Elite Nav £26,580 £26,580 8.6 138 150 - 68.9 126/29% £127/£254 -
£25,530 £24,125 £22,965 £23,665 £25,175 £27,235 £20,595 £24,615 £23,455 £24,155 £24,655 £25,355 £21,295 £19,870 £23,890 £22,730 £23,430 £20,570 £25,230 £25,970 £28,030
34% 36% 35% 35% 36% 34% 28% 30% 29% 29% 30% 30% 29% 28% 30% 29% 29% 28% 30% 30% 29%
!!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! !!!!! -
138/28% £118/£236 147/30% £119/£239 46.03 147/30% £114/£227 44.97 147/30% £117/£234 45.76 151/31% -/57.43 151/31% £127/£254 58.58 151/31% £138/£276 116/27% £92/£183 39.89 118/27% £110/£219 42.4 118/27% £104/£209 41.39 118/27% £108/£215 42.16 121/28% £114/£228 53.95 121/28% £117/£234 55.07 116/27% £95/£189 107/25% £82/£164 110/26% £103/£205 110/26% £98/£195 110/26% £101/£201 107/25% £85/£170 126/29% £121/£241 126/29% £124/£249 126/29% £134/£268 -
1.4T 16V 150 Ultimate 5dr 1.6T 16V 200 Elite Nav 5dr 1.6T 16V 200 SRi 5dr 1.6T 16V 200 SRi Nav 5dr 1.6T 16V 200 SRi VX-Line 5dr 1.6T 16V 200 SRi VX-Line Nav 5dr 1.6T 16V 200 Ultimate 5dr 1.6 CDTi 16V 136 Design 5dr 1.6 CDTi 16V 136 Elite Nav 5dr 1.6 CDTi 16V 136 SRi 5dr 1.6 CDTi 16V 136 SRi Nav 5dr 1.6 CDTi 16V 136 SRi VX-Line 5dr 1.6 CDTi 16V 136 SRi VX-Line Nav 5dr 1.6 CDTi 16V 136 Tech Line Nav 5dr 1.6 CDTi 16V Ecotec Design 5dr 1.6 CDTi 16V Ecotec Elite Nav 5dr 1.6 CDTi 16V Ecotec SRi 5dr 1.6 CDTi 16V Ecotec SRi Nav 5dr 1.6 CDTi 16V Ecotec Tech Line Nav 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo 16V 150 Elite Nav 1.6 CDTi Bi-T 16V 150 SRi VX-Lin Nav 1.6 CDTi Bi-Turbo 16V 150 Ultimate
A TO Z TESLA TO VAUXHALL
VERDICT The Viva is easy to drive in town and comfortable enough, but it does little to stand out against the best city cars Doors 5 Seats 5 L 3676mm W 1876mm H 1532mm Boot 206litres 1.0 73 Rocks 5dr !!!!! £11,940 £11,609 13.1 106 73 70 55.4 118/24% £47/£94
VAUXHALL whatcar.com/vauxhall VIVA HATCHBACK
£134/£267 £150/£299 £211/£422 £220/£440 £283/£566 £180/£360 £188/£377 £182/£365 £180/£360
39% 40% 40% 40% 39% 40% 40% 40% 40%
127/29% 127/29% 159/35% 159/35% 166/37% 142/32% 144/32% 145/33% 145/33%
VERDICT It’s incredibly versatile, but don’t expect the Proace Verso to drive as well as smaller MPVs Doors 5 Seats 9 L 4959mm W mm H 1940mm Boot litres 1.5D Combi Medium 5dr £27,885 115 - 1.5D Shuttle Medium 5dr £31,230 115 - 2.0D 180 Family Compact 5dr Auto £37,055 £34,751 489.11 105 180 - 47.9 2.0D 180 Family Medium 5dr Auto £38,625 £36,219 497.43 105 180 - 47.9 2.0D 180 VIP Long 5dr Auto £46,735 £43,802 105 180 - 47.9 2.0D Family Compact 5dr !!!!! £34,325 £32,178 448.06 12.6 105 150 273 53.3 2.0D Family Medium 5dr £35,895 £33,646 456.38 12.6 105 150 273 53.3 2.0D Shuttle Long 5dr £33,735 £31,626 428.18 12.6 105 150 273 53.5 2.0D Shuttle Medium 5dr £33,250 £31,173 433.81 12.6 105 150 273 53.5
PROACE VERSO MPV
50% 49% 48% 50%
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50% 53% 53% 55% 54% 55% 50% 54%
48% 49% 48% 48% 51% 51%
VERDICT The GT86 is a sharp-handling sports coupé that’s packed full of driving pleasure, but can also infuriate in equal measure Doors 2 Seats 4 L 4240mm W Nmm H 1320mm Boot 237litres 2.0 D-4S 2dr !!!!! £27,285 £25,327 357.76 7.6 140 200 151 32.8 196/37% £160/£321 61.36 2.0 D-4S Blue Edition 2dr £28,980 £26,891 7.6 140 200 151 32.8 196/37% £171/£341 2.0 D-4S Blue Editi Performance Pack £30,440 £28,238 7.6 140 200 151 32.8 196/37% £180/£360 2.0 D-4S Pro 2dr !!!!! £28,435 £26,388 365.56 7.6 140 200 151 32.8 196/37% £167/£335 62.38
GT86 COUPE
MIRAI SALOON -
197 197 197 197 197 197
VERDICT The Mirai hydrogen fuel cell car is clean, comfortable and easy to drive, but it’s too expensive and short on boot space Doors 4 Seats 4 L 4890mm W mm H 1535mm Boot 361litres NaN Hydrogen Fuel Cell 4dr CVT !!!!! £66,000 £61,500 9.6 111 154 247 N 0/0% -/-
112 112 -
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8.4 8.4 -
VERDICT The Land Cruiser is roomy and great off road, but it’s expensive to buy and run, and noisy and sluggish to drive Doors 3/5 Seats 5/7 L 4840mm W Nmm H 1845mm Boot 640litres 2.8 D-4D Active 3dr Auto [5 Seats] !!!!! £38,900 £38,900 12.7 108 177 332 38.1 201/37% £229/£457 2.8 D-4D Active 5dr Auto [5 Seats] £39,655 £36,779 12.7 108 177 332 38.1 207/37% £233/£467 2.8 D-4D Active 5dr Auto [7 Seats] £40,260 £37,337 12.7 108 177 332 38.1 207/37% £237/£474 2.8 D-4D Icon 5dr Auto [7 Seats] £48,055 £44,528 12.7 108 177 332 38.1 207/37% £285/£570 2.8 D-4D Icon Auto [7 Seats] [JBL] £49,510 £45,870 12.7 108 177 332 38.1 207/37% £294/£588 2.8 D-4D Invincible Auto [7 Seats] £52,855 £48,956 12.7 108 177 332 38.1 207/37% £315/£630 2.8 D-4D Utility 3dr [5 Seats] £33,955 £31,520 12.1 108 177 310 39.2 199/37% £198/£396 2.8 D-4D Utility 5dr [5 Seats] £34,710 £32,217 12.1 108 177 310 38.1 203/37% £203/£406
LAND CRUISER SUV
RAV4 SUV 28E 27E 29A 28E 27E 26E
105 83.1 105 78.5 105 78.5
VERDICT Practical, but some rivals are cleaner and better to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4605mm W Nmm H 1675mm Boot 547litres 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid Design TSS 5dr CVT £33,755 £31,048 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid Desig TSS CVT 2WD £31,730 £29,190 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid Excel TSS CVT [Nav] !!!!! £35,000 £32,191 406.25 2.5 VVT-i Hyb Ex TSS CVT [Nav] 2WD £32,975 £30,333 2.5 VVT-i Hybrid Icon TSS CVT 2WD £29,020 £26,704 2.5 VVT-i Hy Icon Tech TSS CVT 2WD £29,560 £27,199 -
122 122 122
15E 15E 16E 15E 15E 15E 15E 16E 15E 14E 14E 14E 14E
C HR SUV
112 112 112
VERDICT Decent to drive, generously equipped and the hybrid makes sense for company car drivers. Shame it isn’t cheaper and bigger in the back Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4360mm W Nmm H 1565mm Boot litres 1.2T Design 5dr £24,165 £24,165 10.9 118 115 136 46.3 138/28% £112/£223 48% 1.2T Design 5dr CVT AWD £26,960 £26,960 11.4 111 115 136 42.2 152/31% £136/£273 48% 1.2T Dynamic 5dr !!!!! £26,375 £26,375 334.89 10.9 118 115 136 46.3 138/28% £122/£244 54.93 45% 1.2T Dynamic 5dr CVT AWD !!!!! £29,170 £29,170 369.71 11.4 111 115 136 42.2 152/31% £148/£296 59.96 45% 1.2T Excel 5dr !!!!! £25,600 £25,600 314.04 10.9 118 115 136 46.3 138/28% £118/£237 52.37 48% 1.2T Excel 5dr CVT AWD !!!!! £28,395 £28,395 348.86 11.4 111 115 136 42.2 152/31% £144/£288 57.39 48% 1.2T Icon 5dr !!!!! £21,880 £20,156 272.52 10.9 118 115 136 47.9 135/28% £101/£202 46.79 50% 1.2T Dynamic 5dr [JBL] £27,070 £27,070 10.9 118 115 136 46.3 138/28% £125/£250 45% 1.2T Icon 5dr [Nav] !!!!! £22,630 £22,630 281.5 10.9 118 115 136 47.9 135/28% £104/£209 47.96 49% 1.8 Hybrid Design 5dr CVT £26,675 £26,675 11 105 122 105 74.3 86/0% -/53% 1.8 Hybrid Dynamic 5dr CVT !!!!! £28,905 £28,905 344.69 11 105 122 105 74.3 86/0% -/52.29 50% 1.8 Hybrid Excel 5dr CVT !!!!! £28,130 £28,130 323.81 11 105 122 105 74.3 86/0% -/49.72 53% 1.8 Hybrid Icon 5dr CVT !!!!! £24,510 £24,510 285.31 11 105 122 105 74.3 86/0% -/44.52 55%
10.6 10.6 10.6
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PRIUS+ MPV
261.87 287.1 304.86
VERDICT Neither the best hybrid nor the best seven-seat MPV, but the Toyota Prius+ is the only seven-seat hybrid MPV Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4645mm W 1775mm H 1575mm Boot 200litres 1.8 VVTi Excel TSS 5dr CVT Auto !!!!! £30,185 £27,627 11.3 103 136 105 57.6 112/0% 1.8 VVTi Icon TSS 5dr CVT Auto £27,840 £25,485 11.3 103 136 105 61.4 106/0%
£23,311 £24,972 £26,231
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!!!!! £25,195 !!!!! £26,995 !!!!! £28,360
78/0% 82/0% 82/0%
1.8 VVTi Business Edition 5dr CVT 1.8 VVTi Business Edition Plus CVT 1.8 VVTi Excel 5dr CVT
158 | June 2019 whatcar.com 64.2 64.2 40.4 39.8 53.3 53.3 53.3 53.3 53.3
20% / 40%
39% 40% 40% 40% 39% 42% 40% 42% 38%
14E 14E 27E 28E 23E 20E 20E 21E 21E
8E 8E 8E 12E
CROSSLAND X SUV
221 221 354 354 295 295 295 295 295
VERDICT The Crossland X is very spacious for such a small SUV and comes well equipped. However, some of its rivals are better to drive Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4212mm W 1976mm H 1597mm Boot 410litres 1.2 83 Design Line 5dr £18,110 £16,950 83 - 55.4 117/24% £72/£143 1.2 83 Elite 5dr £18,310 83 - 55.4 117/24% £72/£145 1.2 83 Elite Nav 5dr £19,010 83 - 55.4 117/24% £75/£150 1.2 83 SE 5dr £17,110 83 - 55.4 117/24% £68/£135 1.2 83 SE Nav 5dr £17,810 83 - 55.4 117/24% £70/£141 1.2 83 Tech Line Nav 5dr £17,205 83 - 55.4 117/24% £68/£136 1.2 Elite 5dr £18,310 £16,132 14.5 106 81 87 55.4 117/24% £72/£145 36.61 1.2 Tech Line Nav 5dr £17,205 £16,879 14.5 106 81 87 55.4 117/24% £68/£136 36.41 1.2T 110 Elite 5dr Auto !!!!! £20,790 £18,401 10.9 116 110 151 50.4 127/26% £89/£178 40.07
INSIGNIA COUNTRY TOURER ESTATE
INSIGNIA SPORTS TOURER ESTATE
110 110 210 210 170 170 170 170 170
Power (ps)
24E 20E 20E
Max speed (mph) 127 127 145 145 140 140 140 140 140
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT More countryside-friendly version of the Insignia estate is well equipped, roomy and decent to drive, but its running costs are too high Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4986mm W 2093mm H 1534mm Boot 560litres 2.0 Bi-Turbo D 210 4X4 5dr Auto £29,425 £27,765 7.7 142 210 354 39.2 188/37% £174/£347 41% 2.0 Turbo D 4X4 5dr £27,815 £26,197 9.3 135 170 295 45.6 164/36% £162/£323 41% 2.0 Turbo D 5dr £26,500 £24,917 8.6 137 170 295 49.6 150/34% £147/£294 41%
0-62mph (sec) 11.1 11.1 7.4 7.4 8.2 8.2 8.2 8.2 8.2
Gov’t MPG True MPG
16E 16E 14E 14E 17E 17E 17E 17E 17E 25E 25E 15E 16E 18E 16E 16E 16E 16E 13E 13E 16E 14E 14E 14E 27E 28E 20E 20E 23E 20E 20E 21E 21E
Contract hire per month -
Monthly company car tax bill
41% 40% 40% 39% 39% 39% 38% 40% 39% 38% 40% 42% 42% 40% 40% 40% 42% 40% 42% 42% 40% 40% 39% 40% 41% 37% 42% 42% 40% 40% 40% 42% 40%
Target Price 020 8267 4138
£21,645 £21,446 £28,442 £35,303 £25,578 £22,446 £23,220 £24,406 £23,020
Cost per mile
VERDICT The Insignia Sports Tourer is well equipped and can be cheap to buy, but it’s not quite as spacious, re ined or efficient as its rivals Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4986mm W 2093mm H 1514mm Boot 560litres 1.5T 165 Design 5dr £21,150 £19,743 8.6 135 165 184 49.6 131/27% £94/£188 46.52 1.5T 165 Design Nav 5dr £21,945 £20,511 8.6 135 165 184 49.6 131/27% £98/£195 47.67 1.5T Design 5dr £20,850 £19,454 9.6 129 140 184 49.6 131/27% £93/£185 1.5T Design Nav 5dr £21,645 £20,221 9.6 129 140 184 49.6 131/27% £96/£193 1.5T Elite Nav 5dr £26,835 £25,229 8.6 135 165 184 49.6 131/27% £120/£239 54.47 1.5T SRi 5dr £23,615 £22,122 8.6 135 165 184 49.6 131/27% £105/£210 47.36 1.5T SRi Nav 5dr £24,410 £22,889 8.6 135 165 184 49.6 131/27% £109/£217 48.26 1.5T SRi VX-Line Nav 5dr £25,630 £24,067 8.6 135 165 184 49.6 131/27% £114/£228 49.36 1.5T Tech Line Nav 5dr £24,205 £22,691 8.6 135 165 184 49.6 131/27% £108/£216 46.48 1.6T 200 Elite Nav 5dr £28,645 £26,987 7.4 200 221 42.8 151/31% £145/£290 1.6T 200 SRi VX-Line Nav 5dr £27,440 £25,824 7.4 144 200 221 42.8 151/31% £139/£278 1.6 Turbo D 136 Design 5dr £21,690 £20,264 10.1 129 136 236 58.9 126/29% £104/£207 1.6 Turbo D 136 Design Nav 5dr £22,485 £21,032 10.1 129 136 236 58.9 126/29% £107/£215 1.6 Turbo D 136 Elite Nav 5dr £27,375 £25,750 10.1 129 136 236 58.9 126/29% £131/£262 1.6 Turbo D 136 SRi 5dr £24,155 £22,643 10.1 129 136 236 58.9 126/29% £116/£231 1.6 Turbo D 136 SRi Nav 5dr £24,950 £23,410 10.1 129 136 236 58.9 126/29% £119/£239 1.6 Turbo D 136 SRi VX-Line Nav 5dr £26,170 £24,588 10.1 129 136 236 58.9 126/29% £125/£251 1.6 Turbo D 136 Tech Line Nav 5dr £24,745 £23,213 10.1 129 136 236 58.9 126/29% £118/£237 1.6 Turbo D Ecotec Design 5dr £21,190 £19,782 10.9 126 110 221 61.4 122/28% £98/£195 1.6 Turbo D Ecotec Design Nav 5dr £21,985 £20,549 10.9 126 110 221 61.4 122/28% £101/£203 1.6 Turbo D Ecotec Elite Nav 5dr £26,875 £25,268 10.9 126 110 221 61.4 122/28% £124/£248 1.6 Turbo D Ecotec SRi 5dr £23,655 £22,161 10.9 126 110 221 61.4 122/28% £109/£218 1.6 Turbo D Ecotec SRi Nav 5dr £24,450 £22,928 10.9 126 110 221 61.4 122/28% £113/£226 1.6 Turbo D Ecotec Tech Line Nav 5dr !!!!! £24,245 £22,730 10.9 126 110 221 61.4 122/28% £112/£224 2.0 Bi-Turbo D 4X4 Elite Nav 5dr Auto £31,410 £29,680 7.5 144 210 354 39.8 187/37% £186/£371 2.0 Bi-Turbo D 4X4 GSI Nav 5dr Auto !!!!! £38,465 £36,489 7.5 144 210 354 39.8 188/37% £229/£458 2.0 Turbo D Design 5dr £22,800 £21,346 8.4 139 170 295 51.4 144/32% £119/£237 49.36 2.0 Turbo D Design Nav 5dr £23,595 £22,114 8.4 139 170 295 51.4 144/32% £123/£246 50.53 2.0 Turbo D Elite Nav 5dr £28,485 £26,832 8.4 139 170 295 51.4 144/32% £149/£298 55.29 2.0 Turbo D SRi 5dr £25,265 £23,725 8.4 139 170 295 51.4 144/32% £132/£263 49.89 2.0 Turbo D SRi Nav 5dr £26,060 £24,492 8.4 139 170 295 51.4 144/32% £136/£272 50.82 2.0 Turbo D SRi VX-Line Nav 5dr £27,280 £25,670 8.4 139 170 295 51.4 144/32% £142/£285 51.96 2.0 Turbo D Tech Line Nav 5dr £25,855 £24,295 8.4 139 170 295 51.4 144/32% £135/£270 50.82
Price on the road
£22,950 £22,745 £29,910 £36,965 £26,985 £23,765 £24,560 £25,780 £24,355
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 40% 40% 41% 38% 41% 40% 40% 42% 40%
VERDICT
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Insurance group
116/27% £102/£204 42.89 116/27% £101/£202 42.89 184/37% £177/£353 187/37% £220/£440 141/32% £141/£282 52.58 141/32% £124/£247 47.18 141/32% £128/£256 48.11 141/32% £134/£269 49.25 141/32% £127/£254 48.11
1.6 Turbo D Ecotec SRi Nav 5dr 1.6 Turbo D Ecotec Tech Line Nav 5dr 2.0 Bi-Turbo D 4X4 Elite Nav 5dr Auto 2.0 Bi-Turbo D 4X4 GSI Nav 5dr Auto 2.0 Turbo D Elite Nav 5dr 2.0 Turbo D SRi 5dr 2.0 Turbo D SRi Nav 5dr 2.0 Turbo D SRi VX-Line Nav 5dr 2.0 Turbo D Tech Line Nav 5dr
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
0-62mph (sec) 133
Max speed (mph) 177
20% / 40%
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VERDICT The Polo offers good interior quality, great infotainment and a comfortable ride. Only the price slightly lets it down Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4053mm W 1946mm H Nmm Boot litres 1.0 75 Beats 5dr £16,645 £15,417 14.9 106 75 70 58.9 110/23% £63/£126 1.0 75 SE 5dr £15,595 £14,448 14.9 106 75 70 60.1 108/22% £56/£113 1.0 Beats 5dr £16,060 £14,877 15.5 102 65 70 58.9 110/23% £61/£122 1.0 S 5dr !!!!! £14,235 £13,194 15.5 102 65 70 58.9 110/23% £54/£108 1.0 SE 5dr £15,010 £13,909 15.5 102 65 70 60.1 108/22% £54/£109 1.0 TSI 115 R Line 5dr £19,310 £17,875 9.5 124 115 148 60.1 107/22% £70/£140 1.0 TSI 115 SEL 5dr £18,560 £17,184 9.5 124 115 148 60.1 107/22% £67/£135 1.0 TSI 95 Beats 5dr £17,360 £16,077 10.8 116 95 129 61.4 104/21% £60/£120 1.0 TSI 95 R Line 5dr £18,210 £16,861 10.8 116 95 129 61.4 104/21% £63/£126 1.0 TSI 95 SE 5dr !!!!! £16,310 £15,108 10.8 116 95 129 61.4 104/21% £56/£113 1.6 TDI 95 SEL 5dr £19,690 £18,226 11.2 115 95 184 74.3 99/23% £75/£149
POLO HATCHBACK
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0/0% 101/21% 95/20% 101/21% 95/20% 101/21% 101/21% 101/21% 101/21% 101/21% 95/20% 101/21% 95/20% 101/21% 95/20% 101/21% 95/20% 101/21% 95/20% 101/21% 95/20% 101/21% 95/20% 101/21% 95/20% 110/23% 110/23%
-/£39/£77 £38/£76 £40/£80 £39/£78 £44/£88 £45/£90 £41/£83 £43/£86 £41/£82 £40/£80 £42/£85 £42/£83 £36/£71 £35/£70 £37/£74 £36/£73 £32/£64 £31/£63 £33/£67 £33/£66 £37/£74 £36/£73 £38/£77 £38/£75 £53/£106 £55/£109
N 64.2 67.3 64.2 67.3 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 67.3 64.2 67.3 64.2 67.3 64.2 67.3 64.2 67.3 64.2 67.3 64.2 67.3 64.2 67.3 58.9 58.9
295 57.6
VERDICT Good to drive and relatively classy inside, the Up is a ine buy if you choose carefully Doors 5 Seats 4 L 3540mm W 1910mm H 1492mm Boot 250litres e-Up 5dr Auto !!!!! £25,640 £20,328 12.4 81 82 155 1.0 75PS Up Beats 3dr !!!!! £11,220 £10,725 13.2 106 75 70 1.0 75PS Up Beats 3dr !!!!! £11,540 £11,029 13.5 107 75 70 1.0 75PS Up Beats 5dr !!!!! £11,620 £11,106 13.2 106 75 70 1.0 75PS Up Beats 5dr !!!!! £11,940 £11,410 13.5 107 75 70 1.0 90PS High Up 3dr £12,720 £12,154 9.9 115 90 118 1.0 90PS High Up 5dr £13,120 £12,535 9.9 115 90 118 1.0 90PS Up Beats 3dr £12,015 £11,482 9.9 115 90 118 1.0 90PS Up Beats 5dr £12,415 £11,863 9.9 115 90 118 1.0 High Up 3dr !!!!! £11,925 £11,397 187.59 13.2 106 75 70 1.0 High Up 3dr !!!!! £12,245 £11,700 13.5 107 75 70 1.0 High Up 5dr !!!!! £12,325 £11,778 191.96 13.2 106 75 70 1.0 High Up 5dr !!!!! £12,645 £12,043 13.5 107 75 70 1.0 Move Up 3dr !!!!! £10,370 £9,915 169.85 14.4 101 60 70 1.0 Move Up 3dr !!!!! £10,690 £10,219 14.4 101 60 70 1.0 Move Up 5dr !!!!! £10,770 £10,296 174.21 14.4 101 60 70 1.0 Move Up 5dr !!!!! £11,090 £10,600 14.4 101 60 70 1.0 Take Up 3dr !!!!! £9,325 £8,920 161.66 14.4 101 60 70 1.0 Take Up 3dr !!!!! £9,605 £9,186 14.4 101 60 70 1.0 Take Up 5dr !!!!! £9,725 £9,301 166.02 14.4 101 60 70 1.0 Take Up 5dr !!!!! £10,005 £9,567 14.4 101 60 70 1.0 Up Beats 3dr !!!!! £10,745 £10,273 14.4 101 60 70 1.0 Up Beats 3dr !!!!! £11,065 £10,576 14.4 101 60 70 1.0 Up Beats 5dr !!!!! £11,145 £10,654 14.4 101 60 70 1.0 Up Beats 5dr !!!!! £11,465 £10,957 14.4 101 60 70 GTI 1.0 115 3dr !!!!! £14,055 £13,425 8.8 122 115 148 GTI 1.0 115 5dr !!!!! £14,455 £13,806 8.8 122 115 148
VOLKSWAGEN whatcar.com/volkswagen UP HATCHBACK
9.1
Power (ps)
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Contract hire per month -
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT Fashionable it ain’t, but the Combo Life delivers more space per pound than just about any other new car Doors 5 Seats 5/7 L 4753mm W 2107mm H 1837mm Boot 1538litres 1.2i 130 Design XL 5dr £20,510 £20,510 12 109 110 151 51.4 125/26% £88/£176 1.2i Design 5dr £19,610 £19,610 11.9 109 110 151 51.4 125/26% £84/£168 1.2i Energy 5dr £21,010 £21,010 11.9 109 110 151 51.4 125/26% £90/£180 1.2i Energy 5dr [7 seat] £21,710 £21,710 11.8 109 110 151 51.4 125/26% £93/£186 1.2i Energy XL 5dr £21,910 £21,910 12 109 110 151 51.4 125/26% £94/£188 1.5 CDTI 130 Design 5dr Auto £22,660 £22,660 10.6 115 130 221 65.7 113/26% £97/£194 1.5 CDTI 130 Energy 5dr £22,660 £22,660 10.6 115 130 221 65.7 113/26% £97/£194 1.5 CDTI Design 5dr £20,140 £20,140 12.7 107 102 184 67.3 111/26% £86/£172 1.5 CDTI Design XL 5dr £21,040 £21,040 12.9 107 102 184 65.7 114/26% £90/£180 1.5 CDTI Energy 5dr !!!!! £21,540 £21,540 12.7 107 102 184 67.3 111/26% £92/£184 1.5 CDTI Energy 5dr [7 seat] !!!!! £22,240 £22,240 12.7 106 102 184 65.7 115/27% £99/£198 1.5 CDTI Energy XL 5dr £22,440 £22,440 12.9 107 102 184 65.7 114/26% £96/£192 1.5 CDTI Energy XL 5dr [7 seat] £23,240 £23,240 13 106 102 184 65.7 115/27% £103/£207
£34,280 £30,364
RUNNING COSTS
Monthly company car tax bill -
COMBO LIFE MPV
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KEY INFO
Cost per mile
128/29% £164/£329
2.0 Turbo D Ultimate 5dr Auto
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
VERDICT
VAUXHALL TO VOLKSWAGEN MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
VAUXHALL TO VOLKSWAGEN
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z VAUXHALL TO VOLKSWAGEN Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 43% 43% 44% 43% 44% 43% 43% 44% 44% 44% 40%
30% 39% 37% 39% 38% 36% 36% 37% 38% 37% 36% 38% 37% 38% 37% 39% 38% 38% 37% 39% 38% 39% 38% 40% 39% 41% 42%
41% 41% 41% 42% 41% 39% 40% 40% 40% 40% 41% 40% 41%
43%
2E 1E 1E 1E 1E 12E 11E 8E 8E 8E 9E
10E 5E 5E 5E 5E 10E 10E 10E 10E 5E 5E 5E 5E 3E 3E 3E 3E 2E 2E 2E 2E 3E 3E 3E 3E 17E 17E
8E 8E 8E 8E 8E 12E 12E 10E 8E 9E 9E 9E 8E
24E
Insurance group
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£21,490 £19,590 £20,290 £19,685 £23,640 £19,950 £20,650 £22,800 £19,430 £19,630 £20,330 £18,430 £19,130 £18,525 £22,480 £20,310 £20,510 £21,210 £19,310 £20,010 £19,405 £17,810 £17,110 £19,010 £18,845
£19,042 £17,303 £17,944 £19,310 £21,009 £17,632 £18,273 £20,240 £18,179 £17,338 £17,978 £16,240 £16,880 £18,173 £19,946 £19,001 £18,145 £18,785 £17,047 £17,687 £19,035 £15,674 £15,034 £16,772 £18,487
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10.9 10.9 10.9 10.9 11.8 9.9 9.9 9.9 10.9 10.9 10.9 10.9 10.9 10.9 11.7 11.7 11.7 11.7 11.7 14.5 14.5 14.5 9.9
116 116 116 116 116 125 125 125 116 116 116 116 116 116 111 111 111 111 111 106 106 106 125
110 110 110 110 110 130 130 130 110 110 110 110 110 110 110 102 102 102 102 102 102 81 81 81 130
148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 148 236 236 148 148 148 148 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236
151 151 151 151 151 170 170 170 151 151 151 151 151 151 87 87 87 170
39.8 39.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 39.8 38.7 39.8 49.6 49.6 38.7 39.8 38.7 42.8 50.4 49.6 50.4 49.6 50.4 49.6 57.7 57.7 57.7 57.7 57.7 56.5
50.4 50.4 50.4 50.4 50.4 54.3 54.3 54.3 58.9 58.9 58.9 58.9 58.9 58.9 58.9 70.6 70.6 70.6 70.6 70.6 70.6 55.4 55.4 55.4 54.3
162/33% £125/£250 58.71 162/33% £114/£228 52.75 150/31% £113/£225 150/31% £119/£238 150/31% £102/£204 150/31% £129/£258 150/31% £141/£281 162/33% £142/£285 64.73 167/34% £164/£328 162/33% £155/£310 149/33% £134/£268 57.8 149/33% £123/£246 51.87 167/34% £151/£302 67.52 162/33% £139/£277 63.59 167/34% £147/£294 66.38 150/31% £125/£251 146/33% £152/£304 62.98 149/33% £148/£295 62.69 146/33% £156/£312 64.1 149/33% £151/£303 63.82 146/33% £168/£337 149/33% £164/£328 127/29% £113/£227 131/30% £124/£247 127/29% £104/£207 127/29% £126/£251 127/29% £129/£258 131/30% £145/£289 -
127/26% £92/£184 40.67 127/26% £84/£168 38.57 127/26% £87/£174 39.16 127/26% £84/£169 40.03 127/26% £102/£203 118/24% £79/£158 38.33 118/24% £82/£163 38.93 118/24% £90/£181 109/22% £71/£141 109/22% £71/£143 109/22% £74/£148 109/22% £67/£134 109/22% £69/£139 109/22% £67/£134 109/22% £82/£163 105/25% £84/£167 105/25% £85/£169 105/25% £88/£175 105/25% £80/£159 105/25% £83/£165 105/25% £80/£160 117/24% £70/£141 35.94 117/24% £68/£135 35.34 117/24% £75/£150 37.21 118/24% £75/£149 37.92
35% 40% 35% 34% 39% 34% 32% 34% 32% 33% 32% 36% 33% 35% 34% 34% 30% 31% 30% 32% 29% 30% 31% 31% 35% 31% 31% 29%
38% 37% 37% 40% 35% 39% 39% 36% 38% 39% 39% 38% 38% 41% 36% 36% 36% 36% 36% 36% 39% 39% 40% 40% 41%
14E 13E 14E 16E 13E 14E 15E 14E 15E 15E 15E 14E 14E 14E 14E 14E 15E 15E 15E 15E 16E 16E 15E 18A 14E 15E 15E 16E
12E 12E 12E 12E 15E 18E 18E 19E 14E 14E 14E 13E 13E 13E 14E 14E 14E 14E 14E 14E 14E 8E 8E 8E 17E
12.9 12.9 6.7 6.7
109 109 147 147
80 80 200 200
170 170 236 236
74.3 76.3 47.9 47.9
99/23% £72/£143 97/23% £68/£135 134/27% £96/£191 134/27% £102/£205
10.4 8.7 9.5 9.5 10.7 10.7 10.7 8.9 8.9 4.8 7.8 7.8
122 135 131 131 124 124 124 135 135 155 142 143
110 150 130 130 115 115 115 150 150 310 184 184
148 184 148 148 184 184 184 251 251 295 280 280
57.6 55.4 56.5 57.6 67.3 68.9 68.9 64.2 65.7 39.2 58.9 58.9
137/31%
112/23% 116/24% 116/24% 113/23% 109/25% 106/25% 106/25% 113/26% 111/26% 164/33% 125/29% 125/29%
40.49 44.79 43.2 41.66 47.09 43.96 62.84 52.23 63.26
50.72 52.43 38.25 38.5 42.02 42.84 42.81 43.06 41.22 41.48 39.68 39.94 44.91 45.17 46.64 46.9 41.71 41.98 59.3 59.58 50.06 50.32 56.61 57.31
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£163/£326 69.52 VERDICT The Golf SV is a good MPV, but it’s hard to forget that a Golf Estate is more spacious and the T Roc is more stylish Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4351mm W 2050mm H 1613mm Boot 590litres 1.0 TSI 110 S 5dr £21,105 £17,251 10.7 119 110 148 56.5 113/23% £80/£160 1.0 TSI 110 SE 5dr !!!!! £21,855 £17,858 10.7 119 110 148 56.5 113/23% £83/£166 1.0 TSI S 5dr £20,575 £16,822 13 110 85 129 57.6 112/23% £78/£156 1.5 TSI 130 GT BlueMotion 5dr £25,545 £20,847 9.6 126 130 148 54.3 118/24% £101/£203 1.5 TSI 130 SE BlueMotion 5dr £23,195 £18,944 9.6 126 130 148 55.4 116/24% £92/£184 1.5 TSI Evo 150 GT 5dr DSG £27,870 £22,731 8.8 132 150 184 54.3 118/24% £111/£221 1.6 TDI 115 GT 5dr £26,100 £21,304 11 119 115 184 65.7 113/26% £112/£224 1.6 TDI 115 S 5dr £22,980 £18,770 11 119 115 184 67.3 110/26% £99/£197
GOLF SV HATCHBACK
VERDICT Worth considering if you need a practical car with the ability to tackle the odd muddy trail Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4567mm W 2027mm H 1515mm Boot 605litres 2.0 TDI 184 5dr DSG !!!!! £32,110 £32,110 454.63 7.8 136 184 280 54.3
GOLF ALLTRACK ESTATE
GOLF ESTATE
£81/£162 £103/£205 £101/£202 £86/£172 £104/£209 £92/£183 £95/£189 £115/£229 £104/£209 £196/£391 £150/£299 £148/£295
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VERDICT All the strengths of the hatch, plus a large, practical boot Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4567mm W 2027mm H 1515mm Boot 605litres 1.0 TSI 110 SE 5dr !!!!! £21,310 £19,363 233.74 1.5 TSI Evo 150 GT 5dr £25,890 £23,508 1.5 TSI Evo GT 5dr £25,415 £25,415 1.5 TSI Evo SE 5dr £22,630 £20,558 1.6 TDI GT 5dr !!!!! £25,275 £22,952 277.13 1.6 TDI S 5dr !!!!! £22,175 £20,146 268.02 1.6 TDI SE 5dr !!!!! £22,925 £20,825 254.61 2.0 TDI GT 5dr !!!!! £26,715 £24,259 291.79 2.0 TDI SE 5dr !!!!! £24,365 £22,132 269.26 R 2.0 TSI 310 5dr 4Motion DSG !!!!! £36,125 £32,804 366.79 GTD 2.0 TDI 184 5dr DSG £31,200 £28,318 319.77 GTD 2.0 TDI 184 BlueLine 5dr DSG £30,800 £27,956 -
£17,479 £16,510 £19,919 £21,303
-/-/-/£71/£142 £74/£147 £67/£133 £69/£138 £95/£190 £98/£196 £99/£198 £102/£204 £89/£179 £96/£192 £80/£159 £82/£164 £97/£193 £99/£199 £85/£169 £87/£175 £88/£175 £90/£181 £107/£213 £109/£219 £111/£222 £114/£227 £94/£187 £96/£192 £148/£297 £157/£313 £197/£395 £201/£403 £136/£271 £139/£277 £122/£244 £125/£250
GOLF HATCHBACK
£18,880 £17,830 !!!!! £21,520 !!!!! £23,020
VERDICT The Golf is one of our favourite family cars. It’s brilliant to drive, competitively priced and well equipped Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4276mm W 2027mm H 1484mm Boot 272litres e-Golf 5dr Auto £32,730 £28,230 9.6 93 135 214 N 0/0% GTE 1.4 TSI 5dr DSG !!!!! £31,110 £26,479 7.6 138 204 258 166.2 38/0% GTE 1.4 TSI Advance 5dr DSG !!!!! £32,610 £30,374 7.6 138 204 258 156.9 40/0% 1.0 TSI 110 SE 3dr !!!!! £19,620 £17,832 218.27 9.9 122 110 148 58.9 109/22% 1.0 TSI 110 SE 5dr !!!!! £20,275 £18,425 219.83 9.9 122 110 148 58.9 109/22% 1.0 TSI S 3dr !!!!! £18,340 £16,674 11.9 112 85 129 58.9 108/22% 1.0 TSI S 5dr !!!!! £18,995 £17,266 11.9 112 85 129 58.9 108/22% 1.5 TSI Evo 150 GT 3dr £24,020 £21,816 8.3 134 150 184 55.4 116/24% 1.5 TSI Evo 150 GT 5dr £24,675 £22,409 8.3 134 150 184 55.4 116/24% 1.5 TSI Evo 150 R-Line 3dr £25,015 £22,716 8.3 134 150 184 55.4 116/24% 1.5 TSI Evo 150 R-Line 5dr £25,670 £23,309 8.3 134 150 184 55.4 116/24% 1.5 TSI Evo GT 3dr £23,545 £21,386 9.1 130 130 148 57.6 113/23% 1.5 TSI Evo GT 5dr £24,200 £21,979 9.1 130 130 148 56.5 116/24% 1.5 TSI Evo SE 3dr £20,940 £19,027 9.1 130 130 148 58.9 110/23% 1.5 TSI Evo SE 5dr £21,615 £19,639 9.1 130 130 148 57.6 113/23% 1.6 TDI GT 3dr !!!!! £23,405 £21,259 261.99 10.2 123 115 184 67.3 109/25% 1.6 TDI GT 5dr !!!!! £24,060 £21,852 263.67 10.2 123 115 184 67.3 109/25% 1.6 TDI S 3dr !!!!! £20,505 £18,635 252.88 10.2 123 115 184 68.9 106/25% 1.6 TDI S 5dr !!!!! £21,160 £19,228 254.55 10.2 123 115 184 68.9 106/25% 1.6 TDI SE 3dr !!!!! £21,255 £19,314 239.46 10.2 123 115 184 68.9 106/25% 1.6 TDI SE 5dr !!!!! £21,910 £19,906 241.14 10.2 123 115 184 68.9 106/25% 2.0 TDI GT 3dr !!!!! £24,845 £22,566 276.64 8.6 134 150 251 65.7 111/26% 2.0 TDI GT 5dr !!!!! £25,500 £23,159 278.32 8.6 134 150 251 65.7 111/26% 2.0 TDI R-Line 3dr !!!!! £25,840 £23,467 290.24 8.6 134 150 251 65.7 111/26% 2.0 TDI R-Line 5dr !!!!! £26,495 £24,060 291.92 8.6 134 150 251 65.7 111/26% 2.0 TDI SE 3dr !!!!! £22,655 £20,581 253.61 8.6 134 150 251 67.3 109/25% 2.0 TDI SE 5dr !!!!! £23,310 £21,173 255.29 8.6 134 150 251 67.3 109/25% GTI 2.0 TSI 245 Performance 3dr !!!!! £29,930 £27,168 6.2 155 245 273 43.5 148/30% GTI 2.0 TSI 245 Performance 5dr !!!!! £30,585 £27,761 6.2 155 245 273 42.8 150/31% R 2.0 TSI 310 3dr 4Motion !!!!! £32,880 £29,897 336.69 5.1 155 310 280 35.8 180/37% R 2.0 TSI 310 5dr 4Motion !!!!! £33,535 £30,490 338.48 5.1 155 310 280 35.8 180/37% GTD 2.0 TDI 184 3dr DSG £29,330 £26,625 304.63 7.4 143 184 280 60.1 124/28% GTD 2.0 TDI 184 5dr DSG £29,985 £27,218 306.3 7.4 143 184 280 60.1 124/28% GTD 2.0 TDI 184 BlueLine 3dr £27,410 £24,888 7.5 144 184 280 64.2 116/27% GTD 2.0 TDI 184 BlueLine 5dr £28,065 £25,481 7.5 144 184 280 62.8 119/27%
1.6 TDI Beats 5dr 1.6 TDI SE 5dr GTI 2.0 TSI 5dr DSG GTI 2.0 TSI+ 5dr DSG
A TO Z VAUXHALL TO VOLKSWAGEN
VERDICT The Grandland X offers similar comfort and practicality as the Peugeot 3008 on which it’s based, but there are better all-rounders in this class Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4477mm W 1856mm H Nmm Boot 514litres 1.2T Design Line 5dr £24,130 £20,947 130 170 121/25% £100/£199 46% 15E 1.2T Elite Nav 5dr £27,105 £23,707 11.1 117 130 170 54.3 121/25% £112/£224 45% 14E 1.2T SE 5dr !!!!! £23,130 £20,020 11.1 117 130 170 54.3 120/25% £96/£191 46% 15E 1.2T Sport Nav 5dr £25,360 £22,088 11.1 117 130 170 54.3 121/25% £105/£210 45% 12E 1.2T Tech Line Nav 5dr £22,755 £22,318 11.1 117 130 170 54.3 121/25% £94/£188 50% 12E 1.5 Turbo D Design Line 5dr £25,805 £22,501 130 221 110/26% £111/£222 46% 18E 1.5 Turbo D Elite Nav 5dr £28,780 £25,260 130 221 67.3 110/26% £124/£248 45% 15E 1.5 Turbo D SE 5dr £24,805 £21,573 130 221 68.9 108/25% £102/£205 45% 18E 1.5 Turbo D Sport Nav 5dr £27,035 £23,642 130 221 67.3 110/26% £116/£232 45% 15E 1.5 Turbo D Tech Line Nav 5dr £24,430 £23,960 130 221 67.3 110/26% £105/£210 49% 14E 2.0 CDTi Elite Nav 5dr Auto £31,710 £27,981 177 295 128/29% £152/£304 44% 22E 2.0 CDTi Sport Nav 5dr Auto £29,965 £26,362 177 295 128/29% £144/£287 44% 22E 2.0 CDTi Tech Line Nav 5dr Auto £27,360 £26,832 177 295 128/29% £131/£262 48% 21E
GRANDLAND X SUV
VERDICT The Mokka X is stylish and well equipped, but its rivals have it beaten in most areas Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4271mm W 2035mm H Nmm Boot 356litres 1.4T Active 5dr Auto !!!!! £23,260 £18,546 252.51 10.1 119 140 1.4T Design Nav 5dr Auto !!!!! £21,260 £20,260 251.61 10.1 119 140 1.4T Ecotec Active 5dr £22,035 £17,396 9.3 122 140 1.4T Ecotec Design Line 5dr £23,285 £23,285 9.3 122 140 1.4T Ecotec Design Nav 5dr £20,035 £19,063 9.3 122 140 1.4T Ecotec Elite Nav 5dr £25,235 £20,332 9.3 122 140 1.4T Ecotec Ultimate 5dr £27,485 £22,397 9.3 122 140 1.4T Elite Nav 5dr Auto !!!!! £26,460 £21,482 277.96 10.1 119 140 1.4T Ultimate 5dr 4WD £29,480 £24,253 9.3 116 140 1.4T Ultimate 5dr Auto £28,710 £23,546 10.1 119 140 1.6CDTi 136 Active 5dr Auto !!!!! £24,905 £20,055 267.09 10.3 117 136 1.6CDTi 136 Design Nav 5dr Auto !!!!! £22,915 £21,866 259.88 10.3 117 136 1.4T Elite Nav 5dr 4WD !!!!! £27,230 £22,188 295.91 9.3 116 140 1.4T Elite 5dr Auto !!!!! £25,760 £20,840 272.91 10.1 119 140 1.4T Elite 5dr 4WD !!!!! £26,530 £21,546 290.85 9.3 116 140 1.4T Ecotec Elite 5dr £24,535 £19,690 9.3 122 140 1.6CDTi 136 Elite 5dr 4WD !!!!! £28,230 £23,106 281.26 9.7 116 136 1.6CDTi 136 Elite 5dr Auto !!!!! £27,405 £22,349 277.47 10.3 117 136 1.6CDTi 136 Elite Nav 5dr 4WD !!!!! £28,930 £23,748 286.14 9.7 116 136 1.6CDTi 136 Elite Nav 5dr Auto !!!!! £28,105 £22,991 282.53 10.3 117 136 1.6CDTi 136 Ultimate 5dr 4WD £31,180 £25,812 9.7 116 136 1.6CDTi 136 Ultimate 5dr Auto £30,355 £25,055 10.3 117 136 1.6CDTi Ecotec D 136 Active 5dr £23,720 £18,942 136 1.6CDTi Ecotec D 136 Design Line 5dr £25,280 £25,280 136 1.6CDTi Ecotec D 136 Design Nav 5dr £21,720 £20,697 136 1.6CDTi Ecotec D 136 Elite 5dr £26,220 £21,236 136 1.6CDTi Ecotec D 136 Elite Nav 5dr £26,920 £21,878 136 1.6CDTi Ecotec D 136 Ultimate 5dr £29,480 £24,253 136
MOKKA X SUV
1.2T 110 Elite Nav 5dr Auto 1.2T 110 SE 5dr Auto 1.2T 110 SE Nav 5dr Auto 1.2T 110 Tech Line Nav 5dr Auto 1.2T 110 Ultimate 5dr Auto 1.2T 130 Elite 5dr 1.2T 130 Elite Nav 5dr 1.2T 130 Ultimate 5dr 1.2T Ecotec 110 Design Line 5dr 1.2T Ecotec 110 Elite 5dr 1.2T Ecotec 110 Elite Nav 5dr 1.2T Ecotec 110 SE 5dr 1.2T Ecotec 110 SE Nav 5dr 1.2T Ecotec 110 Tech Line Nav 5dr 1.2T Ecotec 110 Ultimate 5dr 1.5 Turbo D Ecote 102 Design Line 5dr 1.5 Turbo D Ecotec 102 Elite 5dr 1.5 Turbo D Ecotec 102 Elite Nav 5dr 1.5 Turbo D Ecotec 102 SE 5dr 1.5 Turbo D Ecotec 102 SE Nav 5dr 1.5 Turbo D Ecotec 102 Tech Line Nav 1.2 SE Nav 5dr 1.2 SE 5dr 1.2 Elite Nav 5dr 1.2T 130 Tech Line Nav 5dr
39% 44% 39% 42% 43% 42% 34% 30%
36%
42% 40% 39% 41% 35% 31% 36% 35% 36% 47% 40% 40%
41% 46% 45% 41% 42% 34% 36% 39% 40% 40% 40% 39% 40% 40% 41% 35% 36% 30% 31% 35% 36% 35% 36% 35% 36% 35% 36% 45% 46% 48% 49% 40% 41% 41% 42%
40% 39% 51% 49%
12E 12E 7E 16E 15E 19E 13E 12E
22E
12E 15E 16E 15E 13E 15E 13E 19E 18E 39E 27E 27E
26E 25E 26E 12E 12E 11E 11E 18E 18E 19E 19E 16E 16E 15E 15E 13E 13E 15E 15E 13E 13E 19E 19E 20E 20E 18E 18E 33E 33E 39E 39E 27E 27E 27E 27E
7E 6E 26E 28E
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Price on the road
Target Price 020 8267 4138
Contract hire per month -
0-62mph (sec) 11 9.2 9.2
119 130 130
Max speed (mph)
VERDICT
115 150 150
184 67.3 251 60.1 251 61.4
54.3 54.3 55.4 55.4 51.4 51.4 53.3 53.3 47.1 47.1 44.1 44.1 74.3 67.3 68.9/48.3 68.9/48.3 48.7 48.7 64.2 64.2 65.7 61.4 61.4 65.7
£118/£236 £123/£246 £98/£196 £105/£210 £118/£237 £124/£247 £98/£197 £106/£211 £144/£288 £150/£299 £169/£338 £174/£348 £101/£203 £127/£254 £107/£213 £114/£228 £216/£433 £222/£444 £137/£274 £142/£285 £116/£231 £156/£312 £161/£323 £123/£247
45.55 45.64 47.45 47.45
19E 19E 21E 18E 16E 16E 18E 15E 22E 27E 27E 15E 13E 15E 12E 28E 28E 19E 19E 21E 22E 23E 19E
PASSAT ALLTRACK ESTATE
22E
184 184 184 184 148 148 148 148 184 184 258 258 184 184 184 184 369 369 251 251 251 295 295 251
37% 38% 35% 37% 37% 38% 34% 36% 37% 35% 36% 35% 36% 33% 35% 34% 35% 36% 36% 34% 36% 37% 35%
12E 19E 18E
VERDICT The Passat Alltrack is versatile and has reasonable off-road ability, but the regular Passat Estate will make more sense for most people Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4777mm W 2083mm H Nmm Boot litres 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion 5dr DSG !!!!! £36,255 £36,255 7.7 142 190 295 52.3 140/32% £190/£381 40%
150 150 150 150 125 125 125 125 180 180 220 220 120 120 120 120 240 240 150 150 150 190 190 150
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35% 34% 35%
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 19E 19E 21E 18E 16E 16E 18E 15E 22E 23E 27E 27E 15E 13E 15E 12E 28E 28E 19E 19E 21E 22E 23E 19E
135 135 135 135 128 128 128 128 143 143 152 152 129 127 127 127 148 147 135 135 135 144 145 135
£107/£213 £112/£223 £92/£183 £99/£198 £112/£223 £117/£233 £92/£183 £99/£198 £137/£273 £161/£322 £166/£332 £95/£190 £116/£231 £100/£200 £107/£215 £207/£415 £213/£426 £125/£250 £130/£260 £105/£209 £143/£286 £148/£297 £112/£224
Cost per mile -
Insurance group
38% 39% 36% 38% 38% 38% 36% 37% 38% 39% 36% 37% 36% 37% 34% 36% 35% 35% 37% 37% 35% 37% 37% 36%
PASSAT ESTATE
20% / 40%
Monthly company car tax bill
110/26% £102/£204 122/28% £134/£268 119/27% £119/£237
120/25% 120/25% 119/24% 119/24% 127/26% 127/26% 124/25% 124/25% 137/28% 137/28% 149/30% 149/30% 96/23% 110/26% 107/25% 107/25% 152/34% 152/34% 115/27% 115/27% 114/26% 120/28% 120/28% 114/26%
£19,377 £23,601 £21,697
Power (ps)
VERDICT A vast boot, lots of high-tech equipment and a beautifully built cabin Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4767mm W 2083mm H Nmm Boot litres 1.4 TSI 150 GT 5dr £28,500 £22,978 8.6 1.4 TSI 150 R Line 5dr £29,695 £24,107 8.6 1.4 TSI 150 S 5dr £24,720 £19,406 8.6 1.4 TSI 150 SE Business 5dr £26,510 £21,097 8.6 1.4 TSI GT 5dr £27,555 £22,085 9.9 1.4 TSI R Line 5dr £28,750 £23,214 9.9 1.4 TSI S 5dr £23,795 £18,531 9.9 1.4 TSI SE Business 5dr £25,585 £20,223 9.9 1.8 TSI 180 GT 5dr DSG £31,135 £25,470 8.1 1.8 TSI 180 R Line 5dr DSG £32,330 £26,599 8.1 2.0 TSI GT 5dr DSG £34,060 £28,234 6.9 2.0 TSI R Line 5dr DSG £35,055 £29,174 6.9 1.6 TDI Bluemotion 5dr !!!!! £26,630 £21,209 276.51 11 1.6 TDI GT 5dr !!!!! £29,530 £23,951 289.86 11 1.6 TDI S 5dr !!!!! £25,770 £20,398 271.64 11 1.6 TDI SE Business 5dr !!!!! £27,560 £22,089 273.55 11 2.0 BiTDI SCR GT 4Motion 5dr DSG !!!!! £39,070 £33,003 409.63 6.3 2.0 BiTDI SCR R Line 4Motion DSG !!!!! £40,065 £33,943 419.91 6.3 2.0 TDI GT 5dr !!!!! £30,695 £25,054 302.46 8.9 2.0 TDI R Line 5dr !!!!! £31,890 £26,183 312.47 8.9 2.0 TDI S 5dr !!!!! £26,935 £21,501 283.74 8.9 2.0 TDI SCR 190 GT 5dr DSG £33,645 £27,842 7.9 2.0 TDI SCR 190 R Line 5dr DSG £34,840 £28,971 7.9 2.0 TDI SE Business 5dr !!!!! £28,725 £23,192 285.64 8.9
£23,730 £28,935 £26,585
Torque (lb/ft)
116/24% 116/24% 115/24% 115/24% 126/26% 126/26% 123/25% 123/25% 136/28% 146/30% 146/30% 95/23% 109/25% 105/25% 105/25% 150/34% 150/34% 110/26% 110/26% 108/25% 118/27% 118/27% 108/25%
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Gov’t MPG True MPG
VERDICT Classy, comfortable and re ined, the Passat is a genuine rival to the established executive cars Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4767mm W 2083mm H 1476mm Boot litres 1.4 TSI 150 GT 4dr £26,900 £21,466 8.4 137 150 184 56.5 1.4 TSI 150 R Line 4dr £28,095 £22,595 8.4 137 150 184 56.5 1.4 TSI 150 S 4dr £23,120 £17,894 8.4 137 150 184 57.6 1.4 TSI 150 SE Business 4dr £24,910 £19,585 8.4 137 150 184 57.6 1.4 TSI GT 4dr £25,955 £20,573 9.7 129 125 148 52.3 1.4 TSI R Line 4dr £27,150 £21,702 9.7 129 125 148 52.3 1.4 TSI S 4dr £22,195 £17,019 9.7 129 125 148 53.3 1.4 TSI SE Business 4dr £23,985 £18,711 9.7 129 125 148 53.3 1.8 TSI 180 GT 4dr DSG £29,535 £23,958 7.9 144 180 236 47.9 2.0 TSI GT 4dr DSG £32,460 £26,722 6.7 153 220 258 44.8 2.0 TSI R Line 4dr DSG £33,455 £27,662 6.7 153 220 258 44.8 1.6 TDI Bluemotion 4dr !!!!! £25,030 £19,697 262.19 10.8 130 120 184 76.3 1.6 TDI GT 4dr !!!!! £27,930 £22,439 275.55 10.8 128 120 184 67.3 1.6 TDI S 4dr !!!!! £24,170 £18,886 257.33 10.8 128 120 184 70.6 1.6 TDI SE Business 4dr !!!!! £25,960 £20,577 259.24 10.8 128 120 184 70.6 2.0 BiTDI SCR GT 4Motion 4dr DSG !!!!! £37,155 £31,176 394.91 6.1 149 240 369 49.6 2.0 BiTDI SCR R Line 4Motion DSG !!!!! £38,150 £32,116 405.18 6.1 149 240 369 49.6 2.0 TDI GT 4dr !!!!! £29,055 £23,542 288.15 8.7 137 150 251 67.3 2.0 TDI R Line 4dr !!!!! £30,250 £24,671 298.16 8.7 137 150 251 67.3 2.0 TDI S 4dr !!!!! £25,295 £19,949 269.43 8.7 137 150 251 68.9 2.0 TDI SCR 190 GT 4dr DSG £32,045 £26,330 7.5 146 190 295 62.8 2.0 TDI SCR 190 R Line 4dr DSG £33,240 £27,459 7.5 146 190 295 62.8 2.0 TDI SE Business 4dr !!!!! £27,085 £21,640 271.33 8.7 137 150 251 68.9
PASSAT SALOON
1.6 TDI 115 SE 5dr 2.0 TDI 150 GT 5dr DSG 2.0 TDI 150 SE 5dr DSG
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
KEY INFO
Contract hire per month
0-62mph (sec) 10.9 10.3 13.3
115 119 107
150 150 150 123 204 204 150 150 150 199 199 204 204 199 204
125 150 102
207 207 207 204 258 258 251 251 251 332 332 332
30.7 30.7 30.4 258 31.4 31 43.5 43.5 42.8 39.8 39.8 37.2
£177/£354 £157/£314 £166/£331
20% / 40%
Monthly company car tax bill -
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210/37% 210/37% 212/37% 31.4 206/37% 209/37% 169/37% 169/37% 172/37% -/-/186/37% 186/37% -/198/37%
33% 39% 41%
33% 34% 44% 42%
45% 44% 44% 45% 44% 44%
46% 46% 46%
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles 42% 42% 44% 42% 42% 38% 38% 40% 39% 39% 39% 38% 39% 39%
£266/£533 49% £242/£484 72.26 50% £256/£512 49% 206/37%£296/£592 £272/£544 83.9 51% £286/£572 49% £287/£574 72.35 49% £263/£525 67 50% £277/£553 71.55 48% -/-/£304/£608 77.65 49% £294/£587 77.99 49% -/£322/£644 84.03 48%
135/28% £110/£220 46.95 134/30% £142/£284 53.06 128/29% £116/£232 43.1
-/-/133/27% £98/£195 44.24 126/29% £103/£205 44.07 118/27% £104/£208 48.68
173/37% £316/£632 173/37% £335/£670 173/37% £294/£588 173/37% £332/£664 173/37% £351/£702 173/37% £310/£620
131/30% 131/30% 131/30%
Cost per mile
VERDICT The Touran is roomy, practical, extremely well built and good to drive. It's expensive, but well worth the extra Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4527mm W Nmm H 1628mm Boot litres 1.2 TSI S 5dr !!!!! £23,565 £19,357 261.54 11.3 117 110 129 51.4 128/26% £101/£202 46.91 1.2 TSI SE 5dr !!!!! £25,240 £20,722 273.96 11.3 117 110 129 51.4 128/26% £108/£217 48.65 1.2 TSI SE Family 5dr !!!!! £26,405 £21,672 284.49 11.3 117 110 129 51.4 128/26% £114/£227 50.18 1.4 TSI R Line 5dr !!!!! £29,130 £23,900 321.29 150 184 49.6 132/27% £130/£260 55.55 1.4 TSI SEL 5dr !!!!! £28,135 £23,089 310.37 150 184 49.6 133/27% £125/£251 54.05 1.6 TDI 115 S 5dr !!!!! £25,455 £20,905 276.62 115 - 61.4 120/28% £118/£235 47.24 1.6 TDI 115 SE 5dr !!!!! £27,130 £22,270 289.48 115 - 61.4 120/28% £125/£251 49.02 1.6 TDI 115 SE Family 5dr !!!!! £28,295 £23,220 300.58 115 - 61.4 120/28% £131/£262 50.6 2.0 TDI 190 R Line 5dr DSG !!!!! £33,275 £27,278 355.92 190 295 58.9 125/29% £160/£319 58.69 2.0 TDI 190 SEL 5dr DSG !!!!! £32,280 £26,467 344.99 190 295 58.9 125/29% £155/£310 57.19 2.0 TDI R Line 5dr !!!!! £30,980 £25,408 329.57 9.3 129 150 251 61.4 119/27% £138/£277 54.57 2.0 TDI SE 5dr !!!!! £28,630 £23,493 307.65 9.3 129 150 251 61.4 119/27% £128/£255 51.46 2.0 TDI SE Family 5dr !!!!! £29,795 £24,442 318.75 9.3 129 150 251 61.4 119/27% £133/£266 53.05 2.0 TDI SEL 5dr !!!!! £29,985 £24,597 318.64 9.3 129 150 251 61.4 120/28% £139/£277 53.07
TOURAN MPV
VERDICT Spacious for seven people, but it’s pricey and its rivals are more comfortable Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4904mm W 2297mm H 1950mm Boot litres 2.0 TSI BlueMotio Tech 150 Executive £44,501 £44,501 12.5 113 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech 150 SE 5dr !!!!! £40,571 £40,571 417.32 12.5 113 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech 150 SE LWB £42,833 £42,833 12.5 113 2.0 TSI BluM Tech 204 Executive DSG £49,331 £49,331 9.9 2.0 TSI BlueMotion Tech 204 SE DSG !!!!! £45,401 £45,401 512.51 9.9 123 2.0 TSI BlueM Tech 204 SE LWB DSG £47,663 £47,663 9.9 123 2.0 TDI BluM Tech 150 Executive DSG !!!!! £47,415 £47,415 458.86 13 112 2.0 TDI BlueMotion Tech 150 SE DSG !!!!! £43,485 £43,485 417.89 13 112 2.0 TDI BlueM Tech 150 SE LWB DSG !!!!! £46,157 £46,157 452.45 13 112 2.0 TDI BluM Tech 199 Executive DSG £49,327 2.0 TDI BlueM Tech 199 SE LWB DSG £47,659 2.0 TDI BluM Tech 204 Executiv DSG !!!!! £50,567 £50,567 497.41 9.9 126 2.0 TDI BlueM Tech 204 SE LWB DSG !!!!! £48,899 £48,899 501.11 9.9 126 2.0 TDI BMT 199 Execu 4Motion DSG £52,279 2.0 TDI BMT 204 Execu 4Motion DSG !!!!! £54,039 £54,039 543.1 10.1 123
CARAVELLE MPV
CADDY MAXI LIFE MPV
162 47.9 251 55.4 184 57.6
251 56.5 251 56.5 251 56.5
VERDICT Seven-seat version of the above Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4878mm W 2065mm H Nmm Boot litres 1.4 TSI 5dr !!!!! £23,792 £23,792 269.88 2.0 TDI 150 5dr DSG !!!!! £28,998 £28,998 330.78 2.0 TDI 5dr !!!!! £24,230 £24,230 261.28
150 150 150
48.7 58.9 62.8
126 126 126
RUNNING COSTS
162 184 184
9.8 9.8 9.8
Max speed (mph)
VERDICT A van-based MPV that can’t hide its roots. It’s too expensive and not that practical Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4408mm W 2065mm H Nmm Boot litres 1.0 TSI 5dr £21,067 102 1.4 TSI 5dr !!!!! £21,926 £21,926 253.57 10.9 115 125 2.0 TDI 5dr !!!!! £21,464 £21,464 271.08 12.9 107 102 2.0 TDI BlueMotion 5dr !!!!! £23,372 £23,372 312.68 12.9 107 102
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Power (ps)
42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8 42.8
£35,995 £33,035 !!!!! £32,005 £29,384 £33,680 £30,917
Torque (lb/ft)
VERDICT Well kitted for the money, but not good enough in other areas to challenge the class best Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4878mm W 2193mm H 1702mm Boot 810litres 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 231 R Line Tip Au £52,495 £50,977 7.5 135 231 369 3.0 V6 TDI 4Mo 231 R Line Tech Ti Au £55,595 £53,984 7.5 135 231 369 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 231 SEL Tip Auto £48,995 £47,582 7.5 135 231 369 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion R Line Tip Auto £55,095 £53,499 6.1 146 286 443 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion R Line Tech Ti Au £58,195 £56,506 6.1 146 286 443 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion SEL 5dr Tip Auto !!!!! £51,595 £50,104 6.1 146 286 443
CADDY LIFE MPV
TOUAREG SUV
2.0 TDI R Line 5dr 2.0 TDI SE Nav 5dr 2.0 TDI SEL 5dr
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
VERDICT
VOLKSWAGEN TO VOLVO MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
VOLKSWAGEN TO VOLVO
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
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13E 11E 11E 17E 17E 12E 12E 12E 21E 21E 17E 17E 17E 17E
25E 49%33A 26E 25E 26E 34A 34A 35A
17E 20E 13E
15E 12E 12E
39E 40E 38E 41E 42E 41E
18E 17E 18E
Insurance group
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TIGUAN SUV 236 236 369 369 236 251 251 251 251 251 251 251 251 251 251 295 295 295 295
38.2 38.2 44.1 44.1 60.1 52.3 53.3 52.3 52.3 52.3 58.9 60.1 58.9 58.9 58.9 49.6 49.6 49.6 49.6
54.3 54.3 54.3 52.3 52.3 54.3 52.3 41.5 41.5 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 64.2 56.5 56.5
166/34% 166/34% 167/37% 167/37% 123/28% 141/32% 139/31% 141/32% 141/32% 141/32% 125/29% 123/28% 125/29% 125/29% 125/29% 149/33% 149/33% 149/33% 149/33%
£202/£403 £189/£377 £243/£486 £230/£459 £116/£233 £184/£369 £145/£289 £159/£318 £163/£326 £172/£344 £159/£319 £123/£246 £137/£273 £140/£280 £148/£297 £205/£410 £179/£358 £183/£366 £192/£385
119/24% £84/£169 119/24% £75/£150 119/24% £82/£163 119/24% £90/£179 120/25% £95/£191 122/25% £113/£225 120/25% £92/£185 122/25% £102/£204 155/32% £183/£365 155/32% £166/£332 115/27% £104/£209 115/27% £120/£241 115/27% £95/£189 115/27% £101/£203 115/27% £112/£223 132/30% £151/£302 132/30% £141/£283
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TIGUAN ALLSPACE SUV
SHARAN MPV
8.5 8.5 8.5 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 10.4 8.9 8.9 8.9 8.9 8.9 8.9 10.7 10.7 10.7 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 10.6 8.7 8.7 8.7 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6
130 130 130 118 118 118 118 118 118 130 130 130 130 130 130 118 118 118 118 118 118 118 118 118 127 127 127 127 127 127 127 127 127
152 152 152 122 122 122 122 122 122 152 152 152 152 152 152 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 120 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150
VERDICT Has tidy handling and a comfortable ride, plus it’s beautifully built and very roomy Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4761mm W 2040mm H 1433mm Boot 658litres 2.0 T5 Inscription 5dr Auto £37,360 £34,531 250 2.0 T5 Inscription Pro 5dr Auto £40,670 £37,609 250 2.0 T5 Momentum 5dr Auto £34,360 £31,764 250 2.0 T5 Momentum Pro 5dr Auto £36,610 £33,839 250 2.0 T5 R-Design 5dr Auto £37,460 £37,460 250 2.0 T5 R-Design Pro 5dr Auto £40,020 £40,020 250 2.0 D3 Inscription 5dr £35,310 £32,640 9.9 127 150 2.0 D3 Inscription Pro 5dr £38,310 £35,408 9.9 127 150 2.0 D3 Momentum 5dr £31,810 £29,411 9.9 127 150 2.0 D3 Momentum Pro 5dr £34,060 £31,487 9.9 127 150 2.0 D3 R-Design 5dr £35,410 £35,410 9.9 127 150 2.0 D3 R-Design Pro 5dr £37,660 £37,660 9.9 127 150 2.0 D4 190 Inscription 5dr £36,310 £33,563 7.9 137 190 2.0 D4 190 Inscription Pro 5dr £39,310 £36,330 7.9 137 190 2.0 D4 190 Momentum 5dr !!!!! £32,810 £30,334 7.9 137 190 2.0 D4 190 Momentum Pro 5dr £35,060 £32,410 7.9 137 190 2.0 D4 190 R-Design 5dr £36,410 £36,410 7.9 137 190 2.0 D4 190 R-Design Pro 5dr £38,660 £38,660 7.9 137 190
V60 ESTATE
VERDICT Smart interior and strong engines, but ride is too irm Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4370mm W 2041mm H Nmm Boot 391litres 1.5 T3 152 Cross Country Geartronic !!!!! £25,945 £23,123 1.5 T3 152 Cross Country Nav Plus Ge !!!!! £26,795 £23,877 1.5 T3 152 Cross Country Pro Geartro !!!!! £28,795 £25,652 2.0 T2 122 Inscription 5dr !!!!! £24,260 £21,628 246.46 2.0 T2 122 Momentum 5dr !!!!! £21,410 £19,098 214.4 2.0 T2 122 Momentum Nav Plus 5dr !!!!! £22,260 £19,853 223.36 2.0 T2 122 R-Design 5dr !!!!! £23,500 £20,953 234.96 2.0 T2 122 R-Design Nav Plus 5dr !!!!! £24,350 £21,707 245.81 2.0 T2 122 R-Design Pro 5dr !!!!! £25,850 £23,039 264.66 2.0 T3 152 Inscription 5dr !!!!! £25,510 £22,737 265.29 2.0 T3 152 Momentum 5dr !!!!! £22,660 £20,208 233.23 2.0 T3 152 Momentum Nav Plus 5dr !!!!! £23,510 £20,962 242.18 2.0 T3 152 R-Design 5dr !!!!! £24,750 £22,062 253.78 2.0 T3 152 R-Design Nav Plus 5dr !!!!! £25,600 £22,577 264.64 2.0 T3 152 R-Design Pro 5dr !!!!! £27,100 £24,148 283.49 2.0 D2 120 Cross Country 5dr !!!!! £25,110 £22,382 225.3 2.0 D2 120 Cross Country Nav Plus !!!!! £25,960 £23,136 234.25 2.0 D2 120 Cross Country Pro 5dr !!!!! £27,960 £24,911 262.66 2.0 D2 120 Inscription 5dr !!!!! £26,160 £23,314 273.38 2.0 D2 120 Momentum 5dr !!!!! £23,310 £20,784 241.31 2.0 D2 120 Momentum Nav Plus 5dr !!!!! £24,160 £21,539 250.26 2.0 D2 120 R-Design 5dr !!!!! £25,400 £22,639 261.99 2.0 D2 120 R-Design Nav Plus 5dr !!!!! £26,250 £23,394 272.73 2.0 D2 120 R-Design Pro 5dr !!!!! £27,750 £24,725 291.58 2.0 D3 150 Cross Country 5dr !!!!! £26,360 £23,491 239.94 2.0 D3 150 Cross Country Nav Plus !!!!! £27,210 £24,246 248.9 2.0 D3 150 Cross Country Pro 5dr !!!!! £29,210 £26,021 275.96 2.0 D3 150 Inscription 5dr !!!!! £27,410 £24,423 288.07 2.0 D3 150 Momentum 5dr !!!!! £24,560 £21,894 255.95 2.0 D3 150 Momentum Nav Plus 5dr !!!!! £25,410 £22,648 264.91 2.0 D3 150 R-Design 5dr !!!!! £26,650 £23,749 276.63 2.0 D3 150 R-Design Nav Plus 5dr !!!!! £27,500 £24,503 285.47 2.0 D3 150 R-Design Pro 5dr !!!!! £29,000 £25,834 306.23
VOLVO whatcar.com/volvo V40 HATCHBACK
VERDICT The Sharan is a premium seven-seat MPV that’s well equipped and good to drive Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4854mm W 2081mm H 1720mm Boot 256litres 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech S 5dr !!!!! £28,070 £23,172 358.71 9.9 122 150 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE 5dr !!!!! £30,505 £25,169 388.19 9.9 122 150 1.4 TSI BlueMotion Tech SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £30,930 £25,517 393.13 9.9 150 2.0 TDI CR BlueMotion Tech 150 S !!!!! £30,095 £24,833 344.22 10.3 150 2.0 TDI CR BlueMotion Tech 150 SE !!!!! £32,280 £26,624 373.84 10.3 150 2.0 TDI CR BlueMoti Tech 150 SE Nav !!!!! £32,955 £27,178 379.04 10.3 150 2.0 TDI CR BlueMotion Tech 150 SEL !!!!! £35,705 £29,489 425.21 10.3 150 2.0 TDI CR BlueMotion Tech 184 SE !!!!! £34,030 £28,115 399.84 8.9 184 2.0 TDI CR BlueMoti Tech 184 SE Nav !!!!! £34,705 £28,669 405.24 8.9 184 2.0 TDI CR BlueMotion Tech 184 SEL !!!!! £37,275 £30,776 444.47 8.9 184 2.0 TDI CR BlueMotion Tech S 5dr !!!!! £29,135 £24,046 336.21 12.6 114 115
A TO Z VOLKSWAGEN TO VOLVO
23E 22E 29E 24E 22E 23E 19E 17E 18E
180 180 240 240 115 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 190 190 190 190
148 148 148 148 184 184 184 184 236 236 184 184 184 184 184 251 251
VERDICT The Tiguan Allspace has all the positive traits of the ive-seat Tiguan but adds a bigger boot and two extra seats. It’s expensive, though Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4701mm W 2099mm H 1674mm Boot litres 2.0 TSI 4Motion R Line 5dr DSG £38,305 £35,175 8.2 129 180 236 36.7 175/36% £225/£449 48% 2.0 TSI 4Motion SEL 5dr DSG £36,585 £33,602 8.2 129 180 236 36.7 175/36% £214/£428 48% 2.0 BiTDI 240 4Motion SEL 5dr DSG £40,535 £37,216 6.7 142 240 369 43.5 170/37% £245/£489 46% 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion R Line 5dr DSG £40,615 £37,289 8.6 130 190 295 47.9 153/34% £225/£450 46% 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion SE Nav 5dr DSG £36,625 £33,638 8.6 130 190 295 47.9 153/34% £203/£405 46% 2.0 TDI 190 4Motion SEL 5dr DSG £38,300 £35,171 8.6 130 190 295 47.9 153/34% £212/£424 46% 2.0 TDI 4Motion R Line 5dr DSG £39,365 £36,145 9.9 123 150 251 47.9 153/34% £218/£436 46% 2.0 TDI 4Motion SE Nav 5dr DSG £35,375 £32,494 9.9 123 150 251 47.9 153/34% £195/£391 46% 2.0 TDI 4Motion SEL 5dr DSG £37,050 £34,027 9.9 123 150 251 47.9 153/34% £205/£410 46%
129 129 142 142 115 125 125 125 125 125 127 127 127 127 127 131 131 131 131
115 115 115 115 150 150 150 150 190 190 115 115 115 115 115 150 150
21E 21E 27E 26E 11E 17E 15E 15E 15E 16E 18E 15E 16E 16E 17E 21E 20E 20E 21E
7.7 7.7 6.5 6.5 10.9 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 9.3 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9
116 116 116 116 127 127 127 127 134 134 116 116 116 116 116 124 124
45% 45% 43% 43% 41% 42% 42% 43% 42% 43% 42% 42% 42% 42% 42% 43% 43% 43% 43%
VERDICT One of the very best family SUVs. It should be cheaper, though Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4486mm W 2099mm H mm Boot 615litres 2.0 TSI BMT 180 4Motion R Line DSG !!!!! £36,145 £32,910 379.88 2.0 TSI BMT 180 4Motion SEL DSG !!!!! £33,830 £30,809 355.89 2.0 BiTDI BMT 240 4Moti R Line DSG !!!!! £40,285 £36,696 413.36 2.0 BiTDI BMT 240 4Motion SEL DSG !!!!! £38,095 £34,709 391.89 2.0 TDI BMT 115 S 5dr !!!!! £25,215 £22,962 249.65 2.0 TDI BMT 150 4Motion R Line 5dr !!!!! £35,120 £31,980 344.88 2.0 TDI BMT 150 4Motion S 5dr !!!!! £28,540 £26,008 279.53 2.0 TDI BMT 150 4Motion SE 5dr !!!!! £30,375 £27,674 299.01 2.0 TDI BMT 150 4Motion SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £31,100 £28,331 306.54 2.0 TDI BMT 150 4Motion SEL 5dr !!!!! £32,805 £29,879 321.21 2.0 TDI BMT 150 R Line 5dr !!!!! £33,245 £30,249 329.78 2.0 TDI BMT 150 S 5dr !!!!! £26,665 £24,278 265.78 2.0 TDI BMT 150 SE 5dr !!!!! £28,500 £25,943 284.85 2.0 TDI BMT 150 SE Nav 5dr !!!!! £29,225 £26,601 292.19 2.0 TDI BMT 150 SEL 5dr !!!!! £30,930 £28,149 306.42 2.0 TDI BMT 190 4Motion R Line DSG !!!!! £37,860 £34,466 373.04 2.0 TDI BMT 190 4Motion SE DSG !!!!! £33,115 £30,160 327.61 2.0 TDI BMT 190 4Motio SE Nav DSG !!!!! £33,840 £30,818 334.72 2.0 TDI BMT 190 4Motion SEL DSG !!!!! £35,545 £32,365 347.15
10.1 10.1 10.1 10.1 8.4 8.4 8.4 8.4 7.2 7.2 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.6 8.7 8.7
11E 11E 11E 13E 16E 18E 16E 18E 24E 23E 24E 26E 23E 24E 26E 19E 19E
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VERDICT Stick to the cheaper versions and the T Roc is a ine buy Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4234mm W Nmm H 1573mm Boot 445litres 1.0 TSI Design 5dr £21,320 £20,500 1.0 TSI S 5dr £18,955 £18,230 1.0 TSI SE 5dr £20,620 £19,828 1.0 TSI SEL 5dr £22,595 1.5 TSI Evo Design 5dr £23,095 £22,204 1.5 TSI Evo R Line 5dr !!!!! £27,270 £26,212 1.5 TSI Evo SE 5dr £22,395 £21,532 1.5 TSI Evo SEL 5dr £24,715 £23,759 2.0 TSI R Line 4Motion 5dr DSG £34,830 £33,484 2.0 TSI SEL 4Motion 5dr DSG !!!!! £31,690 £30,469 1.6 TDI Design 5dr £23,465 £22,561 1.6 TDI R Line 5dr £27,010 £25,964 1.6 TDI S 5dr £21,290 £20,473 1.6 TDI SE 5dr £22,765 £21,889 1.6 TDI SEL 5dr £25,085 £24,116 2.0 TDI R Line 4Motion 5dr £30,775 £29,591 2.0 TDI SEL 4Motion 5dr !!!!! £28,850 £27,743
T ROC SUV
21E 21E 32E 32E 26E 26E 25E 27E 26E 28E 32E 32E 22E 22E
ARTEON HATCHBACK
VERDICT It’s a little pricey, but the Arteon is good to drive, stylish and amazingly practical next to other coupés and even some saloons in the class Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4862mm W 2127mm H 1450mm Boot 563litres 1.5 TSI Elegance 5dr £31,100 £28,526 9 138 150 184 54.3 119/24% £124/£247 42% 1.5 TSI R Line 5dr £31,885 £29,244 9 138 150 184 54.3 119/24% £127/£253 42% 2.0 TSI 280 Elegance 4Motion DSG £39,065 £35,844 5.6 155 280 258 38.7 164/33% £212/£423 40% 2.0 TSI 280 R Line 5dr 4Motion DSG £39,850 £36,562 5.6 155 280 258 38.7 164/33% £216/£432 40% 2.0 TSI Elegance 5dr DSG !!!!! £33,805 £31,005 7.7 149 190 236 47.1 135/28% £157/£313 42% 2.0 TSI R Line 5dr DSG !!!!! £34,590 £31,723 7.7 149 190 236 47.1 135/28% £160/£320 42% 2.0 TDI 190 Elegance 5dr £34,855 £31,965 8.3 149 190 295 61.4 119/27% £156/£311 41% 2.0 TDI 190 Elegance 4Motion DSG £38,095 £34,956 7.8 145 190 295 55.4 133/30% £188/£375 40% 2.0 TDI 190 R Line 5dr £35,640 £32,684 8.3 149 190 295 61.4 119/27% £159/£318 41% 2.0 TDI 190 R Line 5dr 4Motion DSG £38,880 £35,675 7.8 145 190 295 55.4 133/30% £192/£383 40% 2.0 TDI 240 Elegance 4Motion DSG £40,055 £36,777 6.5 152 240 369 47.9 152/34% £222/£444 40% 2.0 TDI 240 R Line 5dr 4Motion DSG £40,840 £37,495 6.5 152 240 369 47.9 152/34% £226/£453 41% 2.0 TDI Elegance 5dr £33,505 £30,730 9.4 138 150 251 67.3 112/26% £144/£288 41% 2.0 TDI R Line 5dr £34,290 £31,448 9.4 138 150 251 67.3 112/26% £148/£295 41%
236 236 236 236 236 236 295 295 295 295 295 295
184 184 184 162 162 162 162 162 162 184 184 184 184 184 184 207 207 207 207 207 207 207 207 207 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236
184 184 184 251 251 251 251 280 280 280 207
43.7 42.5 43.7 43.7 43.7 42.5 62.8 61.4 64.2 64.2 62.8 61.4 62.9 61.8 64 64 62.9 61.8
48.7 48.7 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 47.9 46.3 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 47.1 46.3 60.1 60.1 58.9 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 58.9 60.1 60.1 58.9 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 61.4 58.9
43.5 43.5 43.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 55.4 53.3 53.3 53.3 56.5
£116/£231 £119/£239 £133/£266 £112/£224 £99/£197 £103/£205 £108/£217 £112/£225 £124/£247 £118/£236 £105/£209 £109/£217 £114/£229 £118/£237 £130/£260 £116/£232 £120/£240 £134/£268 £121/£242 £108/£215 £112/£223 £117/£235 £121/£243 £133/£266 £122/£244 £126/£252 £140/£280 £127/£253 £113/£227 £117/£235 £123/£246 £127/£254 £139/£278
£144/£287 £156/£313 £159/£317 £149/£298 £160/£320 £164/£327 £176/£351 £173/£346 £176/£353 £190/£379 £144/£289
150/31% £192/£383 154/31% £207/£414 150/31% £176/£352 150/31% £188/£376 150/31% £192/£384 154/31% £204/£408 119/27% £158/£316 122/28% £178/£355 117/27% £142/£284 117/27% £152/£304 119/27% £158/£316 122/28% £175/£349 119/27% £162/£325 122/28% £182/£365 117/27% £147/£293 117/27% £157/£313 119/27% £163/£325 122/28% £179/£358
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150/31% 150/31% 150/31% 130/30% 130/30% 130/30% 132/30% 138/31% 138/31% 139/31% 130/30%
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43.56 39.34 40.5 42.11 43.49 45.91 45.98 41.76 42.92 44.53 45.91 48.33 37.79 38.96 42.63 43.58 39.36 40.52 42.14 43.51 45.93 39.88 41.04 44.5 45.87 41.65 42.81 44.43 45.5 48.22
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42% 41% 42% 41% 42% 42% 42% 41% 42% 42% 42% 42% 42% 41% 43% 42% 42% 42%
35% 35% 35% 37% 36% 37% 35% 37% 36% 38% 37% 37% 35% 37% 37% 31% 31% 31% 33% 32% 33% 31% 33% 33% 31% 31% 31% 33% 32% 33% 31% 33% 33%
38% 37% 38% 37% 37% 37% 37% 37% 37% 37% 33%
24E 25E 24E 24E 25E 25E 30E 31E 29E 30E 31E 31E
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162 | June 2019 whatcar.com Monthly company car tax bill
Torque (lb/ft)
Power (ps)
Max speed (mph)
0-62mph (sec)
Contract hire per month
Target Price 020 8267 4138
Price on the road
VERDICT
8.9 8.9 8.9 8.9 8.9 8.9 7.4 7.4 7.4 7 7 7 7 6.3 6.3 8.8 8.8 8.8 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 7.5 7.2 7.2 7.2 7.5 7.2
130 130 130 130 130 130 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 140 130 130 130 137 137 137 137 137 137 140 146 146 146 140 146
VERDICT The multitalented XC40 is so good that we named it our 2018 Car of the Year Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4425mm W 2034mm H 1658mm Boot 586litres 1.5 T3 Inscription 5dr £30,110 £29,524 9.4 124 1.5 T3 Inscription Pro 5dr £31,660 £31,043 9.4 124 1.5 T3 Momentum 5dr !!!!! £27,610 £27,074 9.4 124 1.5 T3 Momentum Pro 5dr £29,160 £28,593 9.4 124
XC40 SUV
V90 ESTATE
156 156 156 156
190 190 190 190 190 190 250 250 250 250 250 250 250 310 310 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 190 235 235 235 235 235 235
196 196 196 196
221 221 221 221 221 221 258 258 258 258 258 258 258 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 295 354 354 354 354 354 354
45.6 44.8 45.6 45.6
40.9 40.9 40.9 40.9 40.9 40.9 38.2 37.2 37.2 41.5 41.5 41.5 41.5 35.8 35.8 54.3 50.4 50.4 58.9 58.9 57.6 58.9 58.9 58.9 50.4 50.4 50.4 50.4 49.6 50.4
£215/£430 £233/£465 £198/£395 £212/£425 £211/£422 £229/£457 £256/£511 £315/£631 £283/£566 £231/£462 £249/£497 £227/£454 £245/£489 £349/£698 £316/£632 £217/£434 £279/£558 £249/£499 £199/£399 £215/£431 £181/£363 £197/£394 £196/£392 £212/£423 £252/£503 £257/£514 £253/£506 £271/£542 £279/£557 £275/£551
144/29% £144/£289 146/30% £157/£314 144/29% £132/£264 144/29% £140/£279
158/32% 158/32% 158/32% 158/32% 158/32% 158/32% 172/35% 176/36% 176/36% 157/32% 157/32% 157/32% 157/32% 183/37% 183/37% 139/31% 147/33% 147/33% 127/29% 127/29% 129/29% 127/29% 127/29% 127/29% 148/33% 146/33% 146/33% 146/33% 151/34% 146/33%
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73.72 80.23 65.71 75.44 60.15 65.21 63.02 71.8 80.67 80.67 77.73 84.18 87.19 88.17
52% 51% 52% 51%
47% 45% 46% 44% 48% 46% 52% 48% 48% 47% 45% 48% 46% 47% 47% 46% 44% 44% 43% 41% 42% 40% 44% 42% 45% 41% 42% 41% 43% 40%
Gov’t MPG True MPG
VERDICT The V90 is spacious, practical and classy Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4936mm W 2019mm H 1475mm Boot 723litres 2.0 T4 Inscription 5dr Geartronic £40,870 £36,999 2.0 T4 Inscription Pro 5dr Geartronic £44,170 £39,978 2.0 T4 Momentum 5dr Geartronic £37,620 £34,066 2.0 T4 Momentum Pro 5dr Geartronic £40,370 £36,548 2.0 T4 R-Design 5dr Geartronic £40,120 £36,322 2.0 T4 R-Design Pro 5dr Geartronic £43,420 £39,301 2.0 T5 Cross Country AWD Geartroni £44,685 £40,473 2.0 T5 Cross Co Ocean Race AWD Ge £53,435 £48,370 2.0 T5 Cross Country Pro AWD Geart £48,085 £43,542 2.0 T5 Inscription 5dr Geartronic £43,870 £39,707 2.0 T5 Inscription Pro 5dr Geartronic £47,170 £42,685 2.0 T5 R-Design 5dr Geartronic £43,120 £39,030 2.0 T5 R-Design Pro 5dr Geartronic £46,420 £42,008 2.0 T6 310 Cr Co Ocean Race AWD Ge £57,435 £51,980 2.0 T6 310 Cros Country Pro AWD Ge £52,085 £47,152 2.0 D4 Cross Country AWD Geartroni £42,520 £38,488 476.73 2.0 D4 Cross Co Ocean Race AWD Ge £51,270 £46,385 2.0 D4 Cross Country Pro AWD Geart £45,920 £41,557 2.0 D4 Inscription 5dr Geartronic !!!!! £41,510 £37,547 428.97 2.0 D4 Inscription Pro 5dr Geartronic !!!!! £44,810 £40,525 2.0 D4 Momentum 5dr Geartronic !!!!! £37,760 £34,162 380.8 2.0 D4 Momentum Pro 5dr Geartronic !!!!! £41,010 £37,095 2.0 D4 R-Design 5dr Geartronic !!!!! £40,760 £36,870 402.16 2.0 D4 R-Design Pro 5dr Geartronic !!!!! £44,060 £39,848 2.0 D5 PowerPulse Cross Co AWD Ge £46,320 £41,918 529.71 2.0 D5 PowerPul Inscription AWD Ge !!!!! £47,320 £42,820 540.14 2.0 D5 PowerPulse R-Design AWD Ge !!!!! £46,570 £42,144 511.63 2.0 D5 PowerP R-Design Pro AWD Ge !!!!! £49,870 £45,122 2.0 D5 PP Cross Country Pro AWD Ge £50,035 £45,301 2.0 D5 PP Inscription Pro AWD Geart !!!!! £50,620 £45,799 -
Cost per mile 45% 44% 45% 43% 46% 44% 46% 44% 47% 45% 41% 40% 40% 38% 42% 40% 40% 41% 39% 39%
20% / 40%
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles
VERDICT The S90 is a ine executive saloon, and if you’re in the market for comfortable premium motoring, you should de initely consider it Doors 4 Seats 5 L 4963mm W 2019mm H 1443mm Boot 500litres 2.0 T4 Inscription 4dr Geartronic £38,870 £35,194 8.7 130 190 221 42.2 155/32% £204/£409 2.0 T4 Inscription Pro 4dr Geartronic £42,170 £38,173 8.7 130 190 221 42.2 155/32% £222/£444 2.0 T4 Momentum 4dr Geartronic £35,620 £32,261 8.7 130 190 221 42.2 155/32% £187/£374 2.0 T4 Momentum Pro 4dr Geartronic £38,370 £34,743 8.7 130 190 221 42.2 155/32% £202/£403 2.0 T4 R-Design 4dr Geartronic £38,120 £34,517 8.7 130 190 221 42.2 155/32% £200/£401 2.0 T4 R-Design Pro 4dr Geartronic £41,420 £37,496 8.7 130 190 221 42.2 155/32% £218/£436 2.0 T5 Inscription 4dr Geartronic £41,870 £37,902 6.8 140 250 258 42.8 154/31% £213/£427 2.0 T5 Inscription Pro 4dr Geartronic £45,170 £40,880 6.8 140 250 258 42.8 154/31% £230/£461 2.0 T5 R-Design 4dr Geartronic £41,120 £37,225 6.8 140 250 258 42.8 154/31% £210/£419 2.0 T5 R-Design Pro 4dr Geartronic £44,420 £40,203 6.8 140 250 258 42.8 154/31% £227/£453 2.0 D4 Inscription 4dr Geartronic !!!!! £39,510 £35,742 409.71 8.2 140 190 295 61.4 121/28% £183/£366 63.35 2.0 D4 Inscription Pro 4dr Geartronic !!!!! £42,810 £38,720 8.2 140 190 295 61.4 121/28% £199/£397 72.39 2.0 D4 Momentum 4dr Geartronic !!!!! £35,760 £32,357 361.76 8.2 140 190 295 60.1 123/28% £166/£331 57.71 2.0 D4 Momentum Pro Geartronic !!!!! £39,010 £35,290 8.2 140 190 295 61.4 121/28% £181/£362 62.63 2.0 D4 R-Design 4dr Geartronic !!!!! £38,760 £35,065 381.42 8.2 140 190 295 61.4 121/28% £180/£359 60.38 2.0 D4 R-Design Pro 4dr Geartronic !!!!! £42,060 £38,043 8.2 140 190 295 61.4 121/28% £195/£390 67.33 2.0 D5 PowerPul Inscription AWD Ge !!!!! £45,320 £41,015 518.05 7 149 235 354 52.3 142/32% £239/£477 77.93 2.0 D5 PowerPulse R-Design AWD Ge !!!!! £44,570 £40,339 502.64 7 149 235 354 52.3 142/32% £235/£469 74.95 2.0 D5 PowerP R-Design Pro AWD Ge !!!!! £47,870 £43,317 7 149 235 354 52.3 142/32% £252/£505 81.34 2.0 D5 PP Inscription Pro AWD Geart !!!!! £48,620 £43,994 7 149 235 354 52.3 142/32% £256/£513 84.99
S90 SALOON
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
RUNNING COSTS
Insurance group 22E 23E 22E 22E
30E 32E 29E 31E 30E 32E 36E 40E 39E 35E 37E 35E 37E 41E 40E 32E 35E 34E 28E 30E 27E 29E 28E 30E 37E 34E 33E 36E 36E 36E
31E 32E 30E 31E 31E 31E 36E 37E 36E 37E 28E 31E 27E 30E 28E 30E 33E 33E 35E 36E
VOLVO
VERDICT
Contract hire per month -
0-62mph (sec) 9.4 9.4 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 8.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 6.5 9.9 10.2 9.9 10.2 9.9 10.2 9.9 10.2 9.9 10.2 9.9 10.2 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9 7.9
Max speed (mph) 124 124 130 130 130 130 130 130 140 140 140 140 140 124 124 124 124 124 124 124 124 124 124 124 124 130 130 130 130 130
Power (ps) 156 156 190 190 190 190 190 190 247 247 247 247 247 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 150 190 190 190 190 190
196 196 221 221 221 221 221 221 258 258 258 258 258 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 236 295 295 295 295 295
Torque (lb/ft) 45.6 44.8 40.9 40.4 40.9 40.9 40.9 40.4 39.8 39.8 39.8 39.8 39.8 58.9 52.3 57.6 51.4 58.9 52.3 58.9 52.3 58.9 52.3 57.6 51.4 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5 56.5
144/29% 146/30% 161/33% 163/33% 161/33% 161/33% 161/33% 163/33% 166/34% 164/33% 166/34% 164/33% 166/34% 127/29% 142/32% 128/29% 146/33% 127/29% 142/32% 127/29% 142/32% 127/29% 142/32% 128/29% 146/33% 133/30% 131/30% 133/30% 131/30% 133/30%
£141/£282 £156/£311 £187/£374 £196/£391 £173/£347 £182/£364 £183/£367 £194/£388 £224/£448 £195/£391 £210/£420 £192/£383 £208/£417 £151/£302 £174/£348 £159/£317 £188/£376 £139/£278 £161/£322 £146/£293 £169/£338 £148/£296 £171/£341 £157/£314 £186/£373 £195/£391 £175/£351 £183/£366 £172/£344 £182/£363
20% / 40%
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53% 52% 52% 51% 52% 51% 53% 52% 50% 51% 51% 52% 51% 50% 50% 49% 49% 50% 50% 49% 49% 50% 51% 49% 50% 49% 50% 50% 51% 50%
XC90 SUV
310 310 310 310 235 235 235 235 235
295 295 295 295 354 354 354 354 354
35 34.1 35 34.1 47.3 47.3 47.3 47.3 45.6
187/37% 192/37% 187/37% 192/37% 158/35% 158/35% 158/35% 158/35% 162/36%
£351/£702 £381/£763 £349/£698 £375/£750 £315/£630 £292/£585 £310/£620 £313/£625 £347/£694
98.77 86.07 90.53 97.6 98.55
52% 50% 52% 50% 50% 50% 48% 49% 47%
£33,901 £35,420 £31,451 £32,970 £33,264 £40,070 £35,371 £36,890 £34,734 £30,896 £32,578 £32,415 £34,097 £28,446 £30,128 £29,965 £31,647 £39,620 £34,930 £36,449 -
Monthly company car tax bill
VERDICT Classy, practical, spacious and re ined, the XC90 is a superb seven-seater Doors 5 Seats 7 L 4950mm W 2140mm H 1776mm Boot 451litres 2.0 T6 310 Inscription AWD Geartron £57,835 6.5 140 2.0 T6 310 Inscription Pro AWD Gear £63,145 6.5 140 2.0 T6 310 R-Design AWD Geartronic £57,435 6.5 140 2.0 T6 310 R-Design Pro AWD Geartr £62,095 6.5 140 2.0 D5 PowerPulse Inscriptio AWD Ge !!!!! £54,885 657.66 7.8 137 2.0 D5 PowerPul Momentum AWD Ge !!!!! £50,985 547.76 7.8 137 2.0 D5 PowerP Momentu Pro AWD Ge !!!!! £53,985 7.8 137 2.0 D5 PowerPulse R-Design AWD Ge !!!!! £54,485 645.64 7.8 137 2.0 D5 PowerP R-Design Pro AWD Ge !!!!! £58,735 7.8 137
£29,460 £31,360 £34,570 £36,120 £32,070 £33,620 £33,920 £35,820 £40,070 £36,070 £37,620 £35,420 £37,320 £31,510 £33,220 £33,060 £34,770 £29,010 £30,720 £30,560 £32,270 £30,860 £32,570 £32,760 £34,470 £39,620 £35,620 £37,170 £34,970 £36,870
RUNNING COSTS
Cost per mile
50% 52% 47% 46% 49% 47% 49% 47% 45% 44% 47% 45% 47% 45% 45% 47% 45%
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KEY INFO
Retained value @3yrs/36k miles
VERDICT The XC60 is not the best large SUV to drive but, being classy inside, roomy and well equipped, it's still a strong option Doors 5 Seats 5 L 4688mm W 2117mm H 1658mm Boot 598litres 2.0 T8 390 Hybrid Inscriptio AWD Ge £55,880 5.5 140 390 295 122.8 52/0% -/2.0 T8 390 Hybrid R-Design AWD Gea £53,880 5.5 140 390 295 122.8 52/0% -/2.0 T5 250 Inscription AWD Geartron £43,685 6.8 137 250 258 37.8 173/35% £250/£499 2.0 T5 250 Inscription Pro AWD Gear £47,585 6.8 137 250 258 37.8 173/35% £272/£545 2.0 T5 250 Momentum AWD Geartro £39,120 6.8 137 250 258 38.7 169/34% £218/£437 2.0 T5 250 Momentum Pro AWD Gea £41,570 6.8 137 250 258 38.7 169/34% £232/£465 2.0 T5 250 R-Design AWD Geartronic £41,685 6.8 137 250 258 37.8 173/35% £238/£476 2.0 T5 250 R-Design Pro AWD Geartr £46,385 6.8 137 250 258 36.8 178/36% £273/£546 2.0 D4 Inscription 5dr AWD £42,020 8.8 127 190 295 52.3 142/32% £221/£442 2.0 D4 Inscription Pro 5dr AWD £45,920 8.8 127 190 295 52.3 142/32% £242/£484 2.0 D4 Momentum 5dr AWD £37,770 8.8 127 190 295 53.3 139/31% £192/£384 2.0 D4 Momentum Pro 5dr AWD £40,220 8.8 127 190 295 53.3 139/31% £205/£410 2.0 D4 R-Design 5dr AWD £40,020 8.8 127 190 295 52.3 142/32% £210/£421 2.0 D4 R-Design Pro 5dr AWD £44,720 8.8 127 190 295 51.4 145/33% £243/£486 2.0 D5 PowerPulse Inscriptio AWD Ge !!!!! £47,135 7.2 137 235 354 48.7 152/34% £262/£524 81.18 2.0 D5 PowerPulse R-Design AWD Ge £45,135 7.2 137 235 354 48.7 152/34% £251/£502 79.51 2.0 D5 PowerP R-Design Pro AWD Ge £49,835 7.2 137 235 354 47.1 158/35% £286/£571 86.77
XC60 SUV
1.5 T3 R-Design 5dr 1.5 T3 R-Design Pro 5dr 2.0 T4 Inscription AWD Geartronic 2.0 T4 Inscription Pro AWD Geartroni 2.0 T4 Momentum AWD Geartronic 2.0 T4 Momentum Pro AWD Geartron 2.0 T4 R-Design 5dr AWD Geartronic 2.0 T4 R-Design Pro AWD Geartronic 2.0 T5 First Edition AWD Geartronic 2.0 T5 Inscription AWD Geartronic 2.0 T5 Inscription Pro AWD Geartroni 2.0 T5 R-Design 5dr AWD Geartronic 2.0 T5 R-Design Pro AWD Geartronic 2.0 D3 Inscription 5dr 2.0 D3 Inscription 5dr AWD 2.0 D3 Inscription Pro 5dr 2.0 D3 Inscription Pro 5dr AWD 2.0 D3 Momentum 5dr 2.0 D3 Momentum 5dr AWD 2.0 D3 Momentum Pro 5dr 2.0 D3 Momentum Pro 5dr AWD 2.0 D3 R-Design 5dr 2.0 D3 R-Design 5dr AWD 2.0 D3 R-Design Pro 5dr 2.0 D3 R-Design Pro 5dr AWD 2.0 D4 190 First Edition AWD Geartro 2.0 D4 190 Inscription AWD Geartron 2.0 D4 190 Inscription Pro AWD Gear 2.0 D4 190 R-Design AWD Geartronic 2.0 D4 190 R-Design Pro AWD Geartr
OUR STAR RATINGS !!!!! Outstanding !!!!! Good !!!!! Average !!!!! Below par !!!!! Poor FOR KEY SEE P115
MODEL DETAILS
Price on the road
KEY INFO
Target Price 020 8267 4138
VOLVO
Gov’t MPG True MPG
MODEL DETAILS
CO2 g/km/ tax liability
A TO Z VOLVO
41E 41E 41E 41E 37E 37E 39E 38E 40E
36E 37E 35E 36E 36E 37E 32E 32E 31E 31E 31E 32E 35E 35E 36E
22E 23E 27E 27E 26E 26E 26E 27E 33E 32E 32E 31E 31E 23E 23E 23E 23E 22E 23E 23E 23E 22E 23E 23E 30E 29E 30E 29E 30E
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