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The Duster is cheaper than all the aforementioned cars (this is an MSE site!), uses the same engine as a Merc/Renault/Nissan (1.3 TSe in 130 and 150bhp) and has a softer ride to the 'norm', plus is a proper 4x4 if that's your thing (using Nissan X-Trail system).... if you're looking at SUV's and can see past the badge and have a look, its really rather good now... (MK2).
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GSVzT3Eph6U&t=538s (keep in mind this review is from last year and on the old engine, which was a bit gutless)
Or there's a limited edition just out which is smart https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FJ2CHKbfmYw&t=199s0 -
My brother owns a Renault Capture. Ride quality is good and the inside is quite roomy.0
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Ssangyong Tivoli. A retired couple near us traded in their troublesome Jag XE for a top spec Tivoli Ultimate and have been much happier, especially with the 7 year warranty, although unlike the Jag they've not had cause to invoke it.0
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Not all cars give a formula-one style driving position you know,and why the insecurity so that all of a sudden people feel the need to sit like a truck driver?The current trend for SUV's is nothing more than a fadand trying to get in and out for many older people can be a real problem too.Our Honda Jazz (like Robisere's Hyundai IX20) has a good driving position and is easy to access but it's not an SUV.
Do you also write posts about how coffee is better than tea and people who think otherwise are wrong?0 -
There is a bit of anti-SUV snobbery - they are bought for good reasons - more boot space - more upright seating position than can be achieved in many other cars - more cabin storage often etc etc...
The cars identified here are in essence not really SUVs, they are just small cars on jacked up suspensions. That doesn't mean they are no good, (although some are terrible - do not go near a Juke) - but I can't help but feel these cars are a little pointless. You don't get many of the SUV advantages till you go up to the mid-size (or at least compact SUVs).
I'd be looking at Seat Ateca, Nissan Qashqai, Skoda Karoq, Peugeot 2008, Renault Kadjar, Ford Kuga, VW Tiguan etc...
Those cars generally give you some advantages (and disadvantages) over their hatchback equivalents.
If you really want a compact SUV then the Seat Arona is the one - VW are launching the T-cross (polo SUV) soon....0 -
- Ford Ecosport (though I don't like the spare wheel on the back) - Steer well clear of Ford's Ecoboost engines.
- Renault Capture, - Drives nicely. Petrol engine is very slow. Get the extended warranty
- Vauxhall Mokka, & Crossland - Door feels like a tin can closing
- Suzuki Ignis. Yeah get this one, or a Vitara or an S-Cross
Thanks, have seen 'not so good' comments elsewhere about the Mokka - though I do like the look of it.
Went to Homebase recently parked close to hat turned out to be a Suzuki Ignis - comparable in size to current car - interesting. Else (non-suv) maybe a Swift!I used to work for Tesco - now retired - speciality Clubcard0 -
They all look the same!0
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We bought a Mazda CX-3 recently, should be near top of your list IMHO.0
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There is a bit of anti-SUV snobbery - they are bought for good reasons - more boot space - more upright seating position than can be achieved in many other cars - more cabin storage often etc etc...
But they don't have any of those advantages over cars and if you think a SUV guarantees more boot space I can only think you've not looked at many cars, certainly not above small hatchback size. The amount of boot space and storage in a Mondeo is more than most SUVs. In fact when you look at the boots of most SUVs I doubt you could fit more than a couple of suitcases in, they certainly seem very short behind the back seats. Given that all cars have seat back adjustments that'll take them past vertical and have the back pointing towards the steering wheel I don't know where you get the more upright position from.This is a system account and does not represent a real person. To contact the Forum Team email forumteam@moneysavingexpert.com0 -
But they don't have any of those advantages over cars and if you think a SUV guarantees more boot space I can only think you've not looked at many cars, certainly not above small hatchback size. The amount of boot space and storage in a Mondeo is more than most SUVs. In fact when you look at the boots of most SUVs I doubt you could fit more than a couple of suitcases in, they certainly seem very short behind the back seats. Given that all cars have seat back adjustments that'll take them past vertical and have the back pointing towards the steering wheel I don't know where you get the more upright position from.
Put it this way, try to sit upright, with knees and hips level (the best position for posture and natural spine position) in a hatch or saloon and if you're tall like me you'll either find your head hitting the roof or you'll find that the seat simply doesn't allow for it since they expect you to drive in the bucket position.0
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