The Q7 is the best all-rounder in the class, and for that matter, the best SUV in the class. Yep, it’s that good. First and foremost, it’s a brilliant family car . It’s among the roomiest cars of its type, with generous space surrounding each of its seven seats , and with so many different options...

Hyundai has done a terrific job of altering its reputation in recent years. In just over a decade it's gone from a maker of cheap yet cheerless cars to a maker or competitive, sensible and reliable models.  The push upmarket is well under way, though. Models like the Ioniq 5 electric car show...

The Kia Sportage is the family SUV for people who don’t fancy a Nissan Qashqai . That might be a bit unfair, but the Sportage has been playing second fiddle to the Qashqai for many years. So why should you choose the Kia over the all-conquering Nissan? Let’s get the obvious point out of the way...

Today, luxury 4x4s are immensely popular, and you could argue that the original Volvo XC90 was one of the trailblazers of the class. There weren’t many cars of the time that could carry seven people - and lots of their stuff - in comfort, luxury and style. That made it very popular with large,...

The original Audi Q5 ruled the roost when it came to luxury SUVs . They were - and still are - everywhere. It managed to make even the Mercedes-Benz GLC look like a rare breed. Exclusive it may not have been, but there was a reason so many people bought one - it was one of the best SUVs going....

The most important of many rivals for the SEAT Ateca are the Nissan Qashqai , the Kia Sportage , the Hyundai Tucson and the Ford Kuga , though there are many more offerings, some with premium badges.  Key to the Ateca's enduring appeal in the face of newer rivals is its driving experience. Even...