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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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Skoda Octavia vRS

4.2/5

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Ford Kuga

3.8/5

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Renault 5

4.3/5

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Volkswagen ID.3

4.0/5

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Toyota Land Cruiser

4.1/5

Built in the toughest tradition and very much in the mould of Land Cruisers before it, right down to its unashamedly retro styling, the latest model is a robust and rugged 4x4 and will appeal to those who may be looking at an Ineos Grenadier or Mercedes GL, as well as the Land Rover Defender. It’s more workmanlike than most of those rivals, though, and that’s no bad thing, as its go-anywhere nature is very much core to the Land Cruiser’s appeal.

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Volkswagen ID.5

3.9/5

The ID. Series of cars is Volkswagen’s all-electric model line-up, of which the ID.5 is one of its latest contenders. Launched in 2022, the Volkswagen ID.5 took the German brand into the electric crossover coupé market, building on the success of its ID. family. Targeted at style-focused families and enthusiastic EV owners, the ID.5 combines the practicality of an SUV with the sleek lines of a coupé and the efficiency of an electric powertrain. Positioned above the ID.4 in Volkswagen’s range, the ID.5 competes with electric crossovers such as the Skoda Enyaq Coupé iV, Kia EV6, Hyundai Ioniq 5 and Nissan Ariya.

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Ford Focus

4.0/5

The Ford Focus has been providing reliable and good-looking transport to the masses for decades, which is why it was so surprising when Ford announced that it would be discontinued in 2025. However, the Focus remains a great all-rounder, while later mild-hybrid cars bring added efficiency. It is also one of the most sensible used cars you can buy today.

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BYD Dolphin

3.5/5

The BYD Dolphin is a serious contender in the small electric hatchback market, undercutting rivals from Hyundai and Citroen on price but still delivering an impressive amount of kit for the money. Just over £30,000 buys a 60.4kWh battery that delivers an impressive combined range of 265-miles, while this compact hatchback boasts enough performance to keep everyone happy.

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Mercedes Vito

3.8/5

It may be based on a van, but the Mercedes Vito Tourer is a great choice of car for larger families, with excellent build quality and car-like driving characteristics. Launched in 2014 and heavily refreshed in 2021, the Vito Tourer has become a popular choice not only for larger families, but also for businesses such as taxis and airport transfer services, which need maximum space, comfort, and flexibility. Rivals include the Ford Transit Tourneo Custom, Volkswagen Transporter Shuttle, Citroen Spacetourer and Vauxhall Vivaro Life, although few of these can match the space on offer with the Vito.

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Ford Mustang

4.0/5

Bringing a true slice of Americana to the UK, the Ford Mustang brings everything you’d expect from a V8-powered muscle car. Old-school looks combined with big performance and a raucous exhaust note to make this a throwback with lots of the latest tech. The Mustang has evolved over time and in its current guise, it is one of the more accomplished GT cars out there.

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