![]() _ 10th: Ford Kuga Trend EcoBoost - Drivers delight Plenty of bodyroll too, and not the best in terms of steering response and dynamic ability. On the road the X-Trail feels big in this company and offers a soft ride that can get unruly when the vehicle is laden and on poor roads. Where the earlier X-Trails were very much at home off-road, this new model prioritises comfort, space and interior packaging, making it arguably now more of a ‘crossover’ vehicle than a compact SUV. The X-Trail is the newest vehicle in our test, and it’s a significant departure from both its first- and second-generation incarnations. _ 9th: Nissan X-Trail ST-L - Family focus Gearbox/4x4 system 7-speed DSG/On-demand.Specifications: Volkswagen Tiguan 132TSI Pacific Although the Tiguan is ranked behind the CX-5, there’s really nothing in it – it just depends on your priorities. Worst of all is the tiny boot, the Tiguan’s Achilles heel. However, its small and somewhat drab interior is a disappointment. The Tiguan’s on-road dynamics are also first class. It’s easily the quietest and the most refined and has a solid, substantial feel that none of the others come close to matching. _ 6th: Honda CR-V VTi-L - The surprise packet!ĭriving the Tiguan after the other vehicles here feels so different it’s almost like it comes from another planet. Inside the cabin there’s plenty of space for the rear-seat passengers and comfortable seats for those up front. A full-size spare would eat into the available boot space though, which is good without being great. It comes standard with a temporary spare, but a full-size is available for an additional $300. The RAV4 is one of the biggest and heaviest vehicles in this test, and offers mid-field performance combined with fuel economy that’s towards the back of the class. _ 4th: Renault Koleos Bose - A golden oldie Gearbox/4x4 system 6-speed auto/On-demand.The result is a vehicle with tight, relatively neutral handingĪnd a ‘sporty’ feel to the way it steersand drives. And despite some early glitches, build quality and reliability are now also part of the Hyundai experience.Īs part of the Series II upgrade the ix35 received locally tuned suspension (springs, dampers and anti-roll bars) as well as new sub-frame mounts to help reduce cabin NVH. For the past 10 years Hyundai has been the fastest-growing car company in the world and it has achieved that thanks to vehicles that are well equipped, nicely finished and offer good value for money.
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