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Volkswagen Golf

4/5

There is a Volkswagen Golf for everyone. Whether you prefer petrol, hybrid, or diesel, the Golf offers understated design, well-built cabin, modern features, mature ride and handling, along with effortless engine options. There's little to fault with the Golf, and as a car that can do it all, it remains a top pick.
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Mercedes G Class

4.0/5

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Hyundai I10

3.7/5

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Peugeot 3008

4.0/5

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MINI John Cooper Works

4.2/5

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Toyota Prius

4.3/5

Think Toyota Prius, and what comes to mind are cabs. The Prius is also known for being too uninspiring for families. With the fifth-generation Prius, Toyota has taken an unconventional approach, transforming the hybrid commuter to a sleek car from the future. We spent some time with a 2026 Toyota Prius in Design trim to find out if it’s finally desirable enough as a private family car.

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Volvo XC40

4.3/5

It might come as a surprise that the XC40 is almost 9 years old. Volvo’s entry-level SUV has not only aged gracefully, but it continues to be a top pick in its segment. Having been subject to many updates over the years, the 2026 XC40 comes with two mild-hybrid petrol engine options. We drove the XC40 Black Edition Ultra B4 to ascertain why it is still one of the best small SUVs, despite intense competition from the Mercedes-Benz GLA, BMW X1 and the Audi Q3.

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Kia Sportage

4.1/5

The Sportage is consistently Kia’s best-selling model. It is also undoubtedly one of the best family SUVs if you’re on a budget. What makes it a winning proposition is how much space and practicality it offers without compromising on value. The 2026 Kia Sportage only adds to this with better styling, equipment and a wide range of engine options. With ever-increasing competition, we drove a Sportage hybrid to find out if it’s still the safe and sensible choice for families.

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Lexus LBX

4.1/5

The LBX is Lexus’ attempt at cracking the subcompact SUV space, bringing in a fresh outlook. It promises to be a luxury car, but without the hefty price tag. To make that possible, it shares its platform with the Toyota Yaris Cross. However, the LBX is far from just a badge job. Lexus has set out to create something unique and quirky, hoping to attract more first-time buyers. Has it worked? We find out.

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Skoda Kodiaq

4.3/5

Skoda borrows the name from Kodiak, the world’s largest brown bear found in Alaska. Like the grizzly, the Skoda Kodiaq is large and offers acres of space. Now in its second generation, and with over 870,000 units sold worldwide, the Kodiaq builds on the same winning formula with more engine options, including a plug-in hybrid. We’ve tested the Kodiaq 4x4, equipped with the 2.0-litre TSI, to see if it still lives up to its name.

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Skoda Fabia 130

4.1/5

It’s 2026 and hot hatches are starting to disappear. Skoda’s Fabia vRS is one such example. But Skoda hasn’t yet given up. The Czech brand has tweaked its accomplished supermini, giving it more power and character to create the Fabia 130 – a 175hp warm hatch that sits between the standard Fabia and the Fabia vRS. We drove one to see whether this warm hatch should be on your shopping list.

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