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Choosing your next car doesn't have to be complicated. Browse our informative reviews and find the car that ticks all your boxes.
Choosing your next car doesn't have to be complicated. Browse our informative reviews and find the car that ticks all your boxes.
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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While many people remember the DS3 as a style-focused hatchback, in more recent times it has switched to become an equally attractive crossover. Inkeeping with the demand for higher-riding models, the DS3 comes equipped with both hybrid and electric options, while inside, there’s plenty of tech to make everyday driving easier.
The Capri has taken a little longer to be accepted, partly because it’s not entirely a Ford. Under the bold body is a Ford-tuned derivative of Volkswagen’s MEB platform; the result of a joint venture agreement between the two companies where Ford shared its van expertise with VW in exchange for some help with its electric cars. The Capri positions itself as an upmarket, versatile alternative to the more bulky and upright SUVs in the growing EV segment, targeting both young families and more enthusiastic drivers with its blend of style, space, and performance. It competes with rivals such as the Volkswagen ID.5 and Tesla Model Y, offers engaging driving dynamics and impressive electric range.
Ever since breaking away from Citroen to launch as a standalone brand, DS has always tried to do things differently. Amid a sea of rivals, the outfit continues to lean on French flair, avant-garde interiors and high-tech features to help it stand out. This is particularly true when it comes to the brand’s flagship SUV, the DS7, which aims to offer a credible alternative to the established German trio of the Audi Q3, BMW X1, and Mercedes-Benz GLA. Launched in 2017, the DS7 has been with us for almost a decade now, receiving multiple facelifts here and there to keep things looking fresh. The car, which was known as the ‘DS7 Sportback’ until 2022, looks to give buyers a more relaxing environment than its competitors, but is it worth considering ?
Over the last few years, the compact SUV market has become crowded. As a result, the market now has offerings from pretty much every carmaker, making it increasingly difficult to stand. The Peugeot 2008, aims to make an impression with eye-catching design and a slightly left-field approach. The model first appeared on British roads way back in 2013, with the current car rolled out in 2019. It was then given a mid-life facelift in 2023, resulting in even sharper styling, updated technology, and a more streamlined engine line-up. It sits below the larger 3008 in Peugeot’s SUV hierarchy and is aimed squarely at urban buyers who want something compact, fashionable, and easy to live with, without sacrificing too many of the benefits that come with larger SUVs.
While Ford might be best known for its Puma and Transit models, its primary pick-up - the Ranger - is also worthy of a good degree of praise. This hard-wearing truck has topped the best-sellers list time and time again and remains a go-to choice for drivers after a dependable commercial vehicle. The recent introduction of a plug-in hybrid model has helped to boost efficiency, too.
As BMW’s largest and most spacious SUV, the X7 acts as the brand’s flagship high-riding model. In typical BMW fashion, this premium seven-seater comes with all of the bells and whistles you could want, as well as a range of punchy engines that deliver smooth, effortless performance.