The 2 Series Gran Tourer is the seven-seat, three-row alternative to the five-seat BMW 2 Series Active Tourer. That was the company’s first MPV: this stretched, elongated version was its second. And we actually think it makes the most sense – because of that seven-person capacity.   It’s no classic...

When the original Volkswagen Touran was launched in 2003, the MPV was still a popular choice for families. Fast-forward two decades and the rise of the SUV has left MPVs as a niche choice in the new car market. From the outside, the Volkswagen Touran is not likely to get any pulses racing. It...

The Volkswagen Golf SV is a square peg in a round hole. While the likes of the Tiguan, T-Roc and T-Cross dazzle you with their blend of style and practicality, the Golf SV must rely on its blend of space and flexibility. Launched in 2014, the Golf SV is based on the outgoing Mk7 Golf, which is...

The Ford Grand C-MAX does exactly what it says on the tin – it’s a Ford C-MAX, only it’s grander. That’s thanks to a pair of fold-out seats hidden away in the boot floor. Aside from that, it’s all familiar Ford C-MAX, meaning excellent handling, family-friendly practicality and a good choice of...

While the latest Mercedes B-Class isn't as versatile as traditional people carriers like the Volkswagen Touran , it does offer a little more space and a higher seating position than the A-Class. And recent updates mean it's more competitive than ever - although that isn't saying much in a class that...

The Mercedes-Benz B-Class is a development of the ideas originally thought up for the first generation of A-Class. This is why the B-Class has tall sides and single box styling, whereas the A-Class has developed into a more traditional premium hatch. Those tall sides give the B-Class ample interior...