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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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Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.0/5

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Alfa Romeo Stelvio

3.9/5

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Renault Zoe

3.6/5

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Cupra Terramar

4.1/5

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Audi RS Q8

4.0/5

Launched in 2019, the RS Q8 is the flagship of Audi’s SUV line-up, melding the imposing stature of the Q8 with supercar like performance. Its aggressive RS styling, paired with advanced chassis technology and a sumptuous, high-tech interior, creates an SUV that’s as capable on the Nürburgring as it is comfortable for everyday driving. Despite its astonishing price, the RS Q8 stands out as something special – even among rivals such as the BMW X5 M Competition, Mercedes-AMG GLE 63 S, Porsche Cayenne Turbo GT, Lamborghini Urus and Range Rover Sport SV.

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Polestar 3

4.0/5

No matter how strong the brand, a carmaker can’t exist for long these days by having just one car in its range. Which is why, despite the Polestar 2 being a successful seller, especially here in the UK, the Swedish brand had to expand its offering. The Polestar 3 and 4 are the answers, with the 3 being Polestar’s large electric SUV offering to rival the likes of the BMW iX, Audi Q8 e-tron, and Mercedes EQE SUV.

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Polestar 2

4.0/5

Launched in 2020 and updated in 2024, the Polestar 2 is the Swedish brand’s flagship electric saloon, positioned as a direct rival to the Tesla Model 3, BMW i4, and Hyundai Ioniq 6. It stands out due to its clean, fuss-free Scandinavian design, heavily influenced by sister-brand Volvo, and is marketed as a car with advanced technology and engaging dynamics as core to its appeal. Although a relatively new brand, Polestar’s affinity with Volvo means that it’s also one of the most desirable EV-only brands and enjoys stronger residual values than many rivals.

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Skoda Karoq

4.1/5

The Karoq was the second SUV to join the Skoda line-up and is the company’s compact mid-size offering, which goes up against models such as the Nissan Qashqai, Peugeot 3008 and Volkswagen Tiguan. It’s a popular SUV in the class, with a decent blend of spaciousness, comfort and value, making it a strong contender for young families and those seeking a capable all-rounder. Available exclusively as a five-door SUV, the Karoq is a traditional offering and not as cutting-edge as some rivals, but is nevertheless a capable model in a very crowded class.

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Renault Arkana

3.5/5

The Renault Arkana wasn’t on sale in the UK for long, with a production run of just three years between 2021 and 2024. Positioned as a more affordable alternative to premium coupé-crossover rivals, the Renault Arkana targeted urban drivers and young families seeking a blend of bold design, practicality and efficient hybrid powertrains. Even today, the Arkana doesn’t feel outdated alongside rival models such as the Nissan Ariya, Toyota C-HR, Kia Niro, Hyundai Kona, and Peugeot 3008. Even though it is no longer on sale, its relative rarity makes it a curiously interesting option for those who want something a little bit different from the norm.

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BMW M5

4.0/5

The BMW M5 is the firm’s flagship saloon car, offering huge levels of performance alongside lots of practicality. For this latest generation, BMW ripped up the rulebook and introduced a plug-in hybrid M5 which as well as impressive acceleration, brings scope for far lower running costs than your typical performance car.

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