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MG has a long heritage in the UK, and while these days it is owned by Chinese firm SAIC, it is slowly but surely beefing up its model range.

Kicking things off is the MG 3, a rival for affordable hatchbacks such as the Dacia Sandero and Skoda Fabia. Then there’s the ZS small SUV, which faces off against the likes of the Renault Captur and Seat Arona. And at the top of the range is the GS, which goes up against Dacia’s Duster and the Ssangyong Tivoli.

While any future MG products are likely to be introduced in China before coming to the UK, design work is still undertaken in the UK. MG’s design studio is based at Longbridge, where the brand made its name with models such as the MGB GT.

MG MOTOR UK

So you want a new SUV – and why wouldn't you? These are some of the most popular cars in the UK, thanks to their high driving positions, family-friendly practicality and reasonable running costs. With What Car? Target Price deals, you don't need to spend a lot to drive one, either.

Our Target Price researchers spend all day, every day, talking to dealers up and down the country to find&nbsp;out how low they'll go on price. We then&nbsp;tell you that figure online and in What Car? magazine. Think of it as haggling on your behalf. If you buy through our free&nbsp;<a href="https://www.whatcar.com/new-car-deals">New Car Deals</a>&nbsp;service, you could save even more, so you'll want to look there first for the best deal.

PCP finance deals are hugely popular in the UK – around 85% of all new cars are bought using one. If you use one, you're only financing a small portion of the vehicle's total value, so you could drive away in something you might otherwise struggle to afford.

Here, we've listed the cheapest PCP finance deals on SUVs. They start&nbsp;from just £156&nbsp;a&nbsp;month, and include <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/best/best-small-suvs-2022/n17050">small SUVs</a> and <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/best/best-family-suvs-2022/n17116">family SUVs</a>. To find out more about each deal and read our full review&nbsp;of each car, just follow the relevant links on each slide.

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Estate

The VW Group famously spends more money on research and development than any rival – and as a result, perhaps it should be no surprise that our testers rate its cars so consistently highly.

The fact that many of those cars use the same underpinnings also helps, because it means that if they get it right once, they have the foundations to keep on getting it right.

However, the Volkswagen brand faces plenty of tough competition, often from within, because the rapidly rising Seat and Skoda brands that are also part of the group have access to the same technology.

VOLKSWAGEN

T-CROSS

Model 1.0 TSI 95 SE&nbsp;|&nbsp;Target PCP&nbsp;£216 per month |&nbsp;Target Price (on the road) £21,546 |&nbsp;The deal&nbsp;Four&nbsp;years at 6.6% APR and a £1500&nbsp;finance deposit allowance. Limit of 10,000&nbsp;miles per year

The Volkswagen T-Cross is a fine and very practical <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/best/best-small-suvs-2022/n17050">small SUV</a>. In 1.0 TSI 95 SE form, it's also brilliant value, and comes with&nbsp;17in alloys, adaptive cruise control and automatic wipers fitted as standard. We think it's the sweet spot of the range, otherwise it can get&nbsp;expensive and creep&nbsp;into <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/volkswagen/t-roc/hatchback/review/n17376">Volkswagen T-Roc</a> territory.&nbsp;

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10. Volkswagen T-Cross

Vauxhall has an incredibly diverse range of cars on sale, a few of which stand out above the class average. Add in the fact that it still offers some of the largest Target Price discounts in the market (something it is trying, without huge success, to cut back on), and there are very good reasons to consider buying one of its better models.

However, you need to choose carefully, because it is also a brand in transition. It has a newish parent company – the same one that owns Citroën, DS and Peugeot. And while Vauxhall’s newer models tend to be competitive, some of the others feel dated; a quick check of our star ratings will reveal which is which.

Still, given the recent success of sister brands Citroën and especially Peugeot, each new launch should make its range more appealing to buyers.

VAUXHALL

CROSSLAND

Model 1.2 Design&nbsp;|&nbsp;Target PCP&nbsp;£211 per month&nbsp;|&nbsp;Target Price (on the road) £18,154 |&nbsp;The deal&nbsp;Four&nbsp;years at 6.9% APR and a £500 finance deposit allowance. Limit of 8000 miles per year

The Vauxhall Crossland has a roomy boot, and even entry-level Design&nbsp;trim comes with 16in alloy wheels, adaptive cruise control and automatic wipers. On the minus side, it doesn't offer automatic emergency braking <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/news/what-is-aeb-and-how-does-it-work/n3283">(AEB)</a>&nbsp;– an important safety feature –&nbsp;and the&nbsp;rear seats are cramped. You can do a lot better for not a lot more money.

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9. Vauxhall Crossland

Today, the resurgent Seat brand is selling better cars than at any time in its history.

In large part, that’s because it is one of the brands owned by the VW Group. Underneath, all of the cars it sells are strongly related to similar models sold by Volkswagen itself, or the likes of Skoda and even Audi. If you are buying a Leon, for example, the hardware will be similar to that of the Golf, Octavia and A3.

But while Seat makes the most of this tie-up to offer everything from city, small and family cars, including estates, through to a full range of SUVs, it also adds in its own slice of character, both with its distinctive styling approach and because its engineers generally tune the cars to deliver sportier handling.

While all of its cars are decent, it is the SUVs that stand out. The Arona and Ateca are among the class leaders and have enjoyed triumphs at the What Car? Awards.

SEAT

ARONA

Model 1.0 TSI SE |&nbsp;Target PCP&nbsp;£211&nbsp;per month |&nbsp;Target Price (on the road)&nbsp;£19,167 |&nbsp;The deal&nbsp;Four&nbsp;years at 4.9% APR and a £1500&nbsp;finance deposit allowance. Limit of 10,000&nbsp;miles per year

The Seat Arona is&nbsp;a great choice in the <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/best/best-small-suvs-2022/n17050">small SUV</a> category. Not only does&nbsp;it undercut&nbsp;many of its rivals on price, but it's also&nbsp;spacious&nbsp;inside and one of the more enjoyable cars&nbsp;to drive in its class. SE trim comes with 17in alloy wheels, cruise control and air conditioning as standard, but we'd recommend upgrading to SE Technology for&nbsp;a&nbsp;better infotainment system.

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8. Seat Arona

Hyundai has transformed itself from a maker of oddball hatchbacks that sold in small numbers in the UK, to a major rival to the likes of Ford, Vauxhall and Volkswagen.

The Korean firm’s Ioniq Hybrid is particularly impressive, having beaten the trend-setting Toyota Prius when we tested the cars back to back.

Meanwhile, at the extremes of the Hyundai range you find the tiny i10 city car – a four-time What Car? award winner – and the stylish yet family-friendly Santa Fe SUV.

As a bonus, all of these cars come with the reassurance of a five-year, unlimited-mileage warranty, whereas most of Hyundai’s rivals offer only three years and 60,000 miles of cover.

HYUNDAI

Bayon

Model 1.0 TGDi 48V MHEV SE Connect |&nbsp;Target PCP&nbsp;£210&nbsp;|&nbsp;Target Price (on the road) £19,643 |&nbsp;The deal&nbsp;Four&nbsp;years at 5.9% APR and a £500&nbsp;finance deposit allowance. Limit of 8,000 miles per year

The Hyundai Bayon is&nbsp;a great&nbsp;<a href="https://www.whatcar.com/best/best-small-suvs-2021/n17050">small SUV</a>&nbsp;because it comes with <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/advice/buying/what-is-a-mild-hybrid-and-should-you-buy-one/n22776">mild-hybrid</a>&nbsp;engines as standard, which means it's very fuel-efficient and decently punchy around town. It also offers good&nbsp;legroom for rear passengers, and you can fit five carry-on size suitcases in the boot. However, its driving position is low&nbsp;compared with&nbsp;other small SUVs, and its interior is perceptibly cheap.&nbsp;

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7. Hyundai Bayon

Formerly known as Ssangyong, KGM's range is dominated by&nbsp;SUVs (as well as a single pick-up), most of which are below the class average standard, but all of which have merits, including the&nbsp;practicality they offer for the money.

The highlight of the current line-up is&nbsp;the Korando, a Nissan Qashqai rival that offers all the space of that car but for a price closer to the much smaller Nissan Juke’s. It also&nbsp;has decent engines, but it’s let down a bit by interior quality, high running costs and poor resale values.

SSANGYONG

TIVOLI

Model 1.2P Ventura&nbsp;|&nbsp;Target PCP&nbsp;£210 per month |&nbsp;Target Price (on the road) £17,870 |&nbsp;The deal&nbsp;Four&nbsp;years at 5.5% APR and a £750&nbsp;finance deposit allowance. Limit of 9000&nbsp;miles per year

The Ssangyong Tivoli is decent for the money, and this Ventura trim even comes with niceties such as heated front seats and&nbsp;a heated steering wheel. However, it's massively&nbsp;outclassed in terms of space, efficiency and comfort&nbsp;by most other&nbsp;small SUVs, including the <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/ford/puma/hatchback/review/n20838">Ford Puma</a>, <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/skoda/kamiq/hatchback/review/n19999">Skoda Kamiq</a> and <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/volkswagen/t-roc/hatchback/review/n17376">Volkswagen T-Roc</a>.

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6. Ssangyong Tivoli

One of the greatest success stories in the car world of recent decades is Skoda’s rise to become a hugely credible mainstream maker of good-value, good-sense cars.

Central to that success has been its place within the VW Group, alongside the Volkswagen brand itself, plus the likes of Seat and Audi. That has given it access to exactly the same underpinnings for its cars as the other brands, and it has complemented this by adding its own developments, from the way the cars drive and ride through to the features they have and the pricing.

The result is a range that extends from a city car to a large executive saloon, with family and large seven-seat SUVs too. There’s a wide variety of petrol and diesel engines, all of which are competitive for the class.

As a result, Skoda has a range of cars that is almost entirely class-leading or among the class leaders, and it has enjoyed long-time success at the What Car? Awards as a result.

SKODA

KAMIQ

Model 1.0 TSI 95 SE |&nbsp;Target PCP&nbsp;£209 per month&nbsp;|&nbsp;Target Price (on the road) £20,862 |&nbsp;The deal&nbsp;Four&nbsp;years at 6.9% APR and a £1500&nbsp;finance deposit allowance. Limit of 10,000&nbsp;miles per year

The same value-for-money ethos that makes other <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/make/skoda">Skoda SUVs</a> so recommendable is present on the smaller Kamiq&nbsp;too. It's remarkably practical, and is classier inside than most rivals. That it's also good to drive means the Kamiq is a sure choice for any <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/best/best-small-suvs-2022/n17050">small SUVs</a>&nbsp;shortlist. This 94bhp petrol engine will be ideal for most drivers.

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5. Skoda Kamiq

Buyers seeking value for money should have Kia towards the top of their shopping list.

Although once a niche brand in the UK, today Kia outsells many more established brands, helped by its market-leading seven-year warranty and a strong reputation for reliability; in fact, Kia regularly finishes towards the top of our reliability surveys.

There are plenty of models to choose from, too, ranging from the small Picanto city car to the Ceed family hatchback and the Sorento large SUV. The Picanto was the first Kia to win its class at the What Car? Car of the Year awards.

STONIC

Model 1.0T GDi 99 2 |&nbsp;Target PCP&nbsp;£197 per month&nbsp;|&nbsp;Target Price (on the road) £18,158 |&nbsp;The deal&nbsp;Three years at 6.9% APR and a £1000&nbsp;finance deposit allowance. Limit of 8000 miles per year

The Kia Stonic is effectively a tougher, taller version of the <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/kia/rio/hatchback/review/n17367">Kia Rio</a>&nbsp;– and that means it's good to drive and&nbsp;comes with plenty of kit as standard. The 1.0-litre turbocharged petrol engine you get here is the entry-level option, but luckily&nbsp;it&nbsp;still packs a decent punch around town. The&nbsp;infotainment system is responsive&nbsp;and the interior is well-built, but a&nbsp;lack of passenger and boot space lets it down overall.

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4. Kia Stonic

Suzuki is well known as a motorcycle manufacturer, but the car brand has been enjoying decent success in recent years, thanks to a line-up of neat, well-equipped and keenly priced models.

Its expertise focuses on smaller cars, although its high-riding SUV range is also hugely credible, especially the Ignis and Vitara, which are both rated highly by What Car?’s testers and which have enjoyed success at the What Car? Awards as a result.

Well priced, decent to drive and full of useful tech, Suzuki’s cars also generally stand out for delivering good fuel economy. The Ignis, Celerio and Baleno have all stood head and shoulders above the competition during our True MPG testing.

SUZUKI

IGNIS

Model 1.2 Dualjet SZ3 |&nbsp;Target PCP&nbsp;£195 per month&nbsp;|&nbsp;Target Price (on the road) £14,538 |&nbsp;The deal&nbsp;Four&nbsp;years at 6.9% APR. Limit of 8000&nbsp;miles per year

Don't be fooled by the Suzuki Ignis's small size – this is a seriously impressive <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/best/best-small-suvs-2022/n17050">small SUV</a>. It's deceptively spacious, offers a generous amount of equipment and is very cheap to buy and run, largely thanks to its <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/advice/buying/what-is-a-mild-hybrid-and-should-you-buy-one/n22776">mild-hybrid engine</a> tech. The 1.2-litre petrol you get with this version might only have 82bhp on offer, but that's plenty for most situations.

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3. Suzuki Ignis

Model 1.5 VTi-Tech Excite |&nbsp;Target PCP&nbsp;£173 per month |&nbsp;Target Price (on the road) £16,668 |&nbsp;The deal&nbsp;Four&nbsp;years at 5.9% APR and a £500&nbsp;finance deposit allowance.&nbsp;Limit of 8000&nbsp;miles per year

The MG ZS&nbsp;offers a smart interior, decent rear seat space and a long seven-year warranty to go with its low price tag. Excite is the entry-level&nbsp;trim, and you get air conditioning, rear parking sensors and cruise control as standard.

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2. MG ZS

If you want a new car but would rather not spend much, Dacia is a great place to start your search.

This budget brand builds some of Britain’s cheapest new cars, including the Sandero hatchback. And don’t think cheap automatically means corners have been cut, because the Sandero has been commended at the annual What Car? Car of the Year awards on numerous occasions.

Other Dacia models include the&nbsp;higher-riding Sandero Stepway, seven-seat Jogger, and rugged Duster SUV. And while these cost slightly more than the Sandero, they’re still priced aggressively enough that they’re really only competing directly with used cars.

Dacia manages this by borrowing mechanicals and technology from its owner, Renault, to minimise development costs.

DACIA

DUSTER

Model 1.0 TCe 90 Essential&nbsp;|&nbsp;Target PCP&nbsp;£156 per month&nbsp;|&nbsp;Target Price (on the road) £14,775 |&nbsp;The deal&nbsp;Four&nbsp;years at 5.9% APR. Limit of 8000&nbsp;miles per year

With a low starting price&nbsp;and decent residuals, the Dacia Duster represents brilliant value for money, but you have to be willing to live with certain compromises (both dynamic and safety-oriented) to reap those rewards. But, overall, if you're looking for a cheap runabout that's also spacious, the Duster deserves a place on your shortlist.

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1. Dacia Duster

So you want a new SUV – and why wouldn't you? These are some of the most popular cars in the UK, thanks to their high driving positions, family-friendly practicality and reasonable running costs. And with What Car?'s Target Price deals, you don't need to spend a lot to drive one, either.Our Target Price researchers spend all day, every day, talking to dealers up and down the country and finding out how low they'll go, and we then print that price online and in What Car? magazine; think of it as haggling on your behalf. But if you buy through our <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/new-car-deals">New Car Buying</a> service, you could save even more, so you'll want to look there first for the best deal.PCP deals are hugely popular in the UK – around 85% of all new cars are brought in this way – and because you're only financing a small portion of the car's total value, you could drive away in something you might otherwise struggle to afford.

Here, we've listed the cheapest PCP finance deals on SUVs – the cheapest starting from just £119 per month. Each deal is based on a 15% deposit and is for four years and 8000 miles per year, unless stated otherwise. In each case, you can follow the links to read our in-depth reviews, or see our latest deals too.

<hr /><h3>10. Nissan Juke 1.6 [112] Acenta</h3><a href="https://www.whatcar.com/make/nissan/juke/hatchback/deals">Save money on a new Nissan Juke with What Car? &gt;&gt;</a>Target Price cost per month £167 Target Price (on the road) £13,955 The deal Four years at 4.9% APR and £2750 finance deposit allowance

The latest Juke is much better than the car which came before it, offering plenty of substance to go with its stylish looks. We like its smart interior and good driving position. Acenta trim is one-up from entry level Visia trim, and gets you alloy wheels to go with the air conditioning and electric windows of the standard car.<a href="https://www.whatcar.com/nissan/juke/hatchback/review/n45">Read our full Nissan Juke review &gt;&gt;</a><hr /><h3>9. Skoda Kamiq 1.0 TSI 95 S</h3><a href="https://www.whatcar.com/make/skoda/kamiq/hatchback/deals">Save money on a new Skoda Kamiq with What Car? &gt;&gt;</a>Target Price cost per month £164 Target Price (on the road) £15,483 The deal Four years at 5.9% APR and £1500 finance deposit allowance (based on 10,000 miles per year)

The same value for money ethos which makes Skoda's other SUVs so recommendable is present on the smaller Kamiq, too. It's remarkably practical, and is classier inside than most rivals. That it's also good to drive means the Kamiq is a sure choice for any small SUV shortlist. This 94bhp petrol engine will be the perfect companion for most drivers.<a href="https://www.whatcar.com/skoda/kamiq/hatchback/review/n19999">Read our full Skoda Kamiq review &gt;&gt;</a><hr /><h3>8. Seat Arona 1.0 TSI SE [EZ]</h3><a href="https://www.whatcar.com/make/skoda/kamiq/hatchback/deals">Save money on a new Seat Arona with What Car? &gt;&gt;</a>Target Price cost per month £163 Target Price (on the road) £14,986 The deal Four years at 6.1% APR and £1500 finance deposit allowance

The Arona might be Seat's smallest SUV, but it's surprisingly spacious inside and great to drive. The 1.0-litre petrol engine you get here is the entry level option, but it never feels frustratingly slow. SE trim gets you a fair amount of kit, too, including air conditioning, cruise control and metallic paint. Only so-so interior quality lets the Arona down.

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So you want a new SUV – and why wouldn't you? These are some of the most popular cars in the UK, thanks to their high driving positions, family-friendly practicality and reasonable running costs. And with What Car?'s Target Price deals, you don't need to spend a lot to drive one, either.

Our Target Price researchers spend all day, every day, talking to dealers up and down the country and finding out how low they'll go, and we then print that price online and in What Car? magazine; think of it as haggling on your behalf. But if you buy through our <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/new-car-deals">New Car Buying</a> service, you could save even more, so you'll want to look there first for the best deal.PCP deals are hugely popular in the UK – around 85% of all new cars are brought in this way – and because you're only financing a small portion of the car's total value, you could drive away in something you might otherwise struggle to afford.Here, we've listed the cheapest PCP finance deals on SUVs – the cheapest starting from just £119 per month. Each deal is based on a 15% deposit and is for four years and 8000 miles per year, unless stated otherwise. In each case, you can follow the links to read our in-depth reviews, or see our latest deals too.

The same value for money ethos which makes Skoda's other SUVs so recommendable is present on the smaller Kamiq, too. It's remarkably practical, and is classier inside than most rivals. That it's also good to drive means the Kamiq is a sure choice for any small SUV shortlist. This 94bhp petrol engine will be the perfect companion for most drivers.

<a href="https://www.whatcar.com/skoda/kamiq/hatchback/review/n19999">Read our full Skoda Kamiq review &gt;&gt;</a><hr /><h3>8. Seat Arona 1.0 TSI SE [EZ]</h3><a href="https://www.whatcar.com/make/skoda/kamiq/hatchback/deals">Save money on a new Seat Arona with What Car? &gt;&gt;</a>Target Price cost per month £163 Target Price (on the road) £14,986 The deal Four years at 6.1% APR and £1500 finance deposit allowance

The Arona might be Seat's smallest SUV, but it's surprisingly spacious inside and great to drive. The 1.0-litre petrol engine you get here is the entry level option, but it never feels frustratingly slow. SE trim gets you a fair amount of kit, too, including air conditioning, cruise control and metallic paint. Only so-so interior quality lets the Arona down.<a href="https://www.whatcar.com/skoda/kamiq/hatchback/review/n19999">Read our full Seat Arona review &gt;&gt;</a>

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<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Running costs that won’t break the bank </li> <li>Generous kit</li> <li>Pokey engine and tidy handling</li> <li>Spacious interior</li> <li>Boot big enough to cope with family life</li></ul>

The car-buying public has fallen in love with small SUVs, or crossovers as they’re often called, with thousands turning away from conventional hatchbacks in favour of something that rides that little bit higher.

Small SUV

You don't need to spend a lot of money to get a great new SUV – we've used our car Target Price research to find the 10 cheapest PCP finance deals, and they cost from just £156 a month

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A former motorsport team and independent tuning company, Abarth has long&nbsp;produced high performance versions of Fiat's cars.

In recent years, Abarth has been established&nbsp;as a standalone brand – in the same way that Citroën split off its DS luxury division several years ago. However, the major difference is that DS cars look completely different from the Citroëns on which they’re based, whereas Abarths rely on bodykits and big wheels to mark them out.

The Abarth 500e is a sporty version of the Fiat 500 Electric, whilst the Abarth 595 is a beefed-up version of the older Fiat 500 hatchback.

ABARTH

Alfa Romeo now has one of its strongest-ever model line-ups, after years of living off past glories.

The BMW 3 Series-rivalling Giulia executive saloon is one of the best cars in its class to drive, while the closely related Stelvio and smaller Tonale both competes in the booming SUV class.

It’s all a long way from the days when Alfa Romeo just had a couple of dated hatchbacks (the Mito and Giulietta) and the niche 4C sports car in its range.

ALFA ROMEO

Audi is a brand that sets the standard for interior quality, and this, combined with its vast and ever-growing model line-up, has helped it become one of the ‘big three’ German prestige car makers, along with BMW and Mercedes-Benz.

The A3 hatchback, A4 executive saloon and Q7 SUV are all common - yet upmarket - sights on UK roads.

At least some of Audi's success over the past 30 years can be attributed to the growth in sales of vehicles with four-wheel drive; the company arguably led the way in bringing 4x4 technology into the mainstream, with its Quattro coupé in the early 1980s.

Today, most Audis are available with at least the option of four-wheel drive, while the list of SUVs from the brand includes the Q2, Q3, Q5 and Q7.

AUDI

Munich-based BMW is most famous for its sports saloons, in particular the 3 Series and 5 Series. However, it actually builds almost every type of car imaginable: everything from two-seat convertibles to seven-seat MPVs.

The cheapest model in the BMW range is the 1 Series hatchback, which is a rival to the Audi A3, Mercedes-Benz A-Class and Volkswagen Golf. Meanwhile, at the other extreme is the M8&nbsp;grand tourer, which costs more than £120,000.

BMW was also quick to capitalise on the rise of the SUV and now has ten in its range: the X1, X2, X3, X4, X5, X6, X7 and XM, plus the electric iX3 and iX.

All of this makes it one of the big three German prestige brands, along with Audi and Mercedes-Benz.

Alpina has produced high-performance versions of BMW's range since the 1960s, and is now considered to be a manufacturer in its own right.

Whilst it cars are typically fast, and are often considered alternatives to BMW's M models, they are typically more comfortable with engines that provide a more relaxed power delivery.

Its models have similar naming conventions to the equivalent BMW: the B3 is based on the BMW 3 Series and the B4 Gran Coupé started life as a 4 Series Gran Coupé, for example.

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BYD is one of the biggest names in electric cars globally, but only launched in the UK recently.

Even so, it has a fast-growing dealer network, and it's models - most notably the Tesla Model 3-rivalling Seal - are gaining attention for impressive tech and good driving ranges.

Other BYDs include the MG4-sized Dolphin and Nissan Qashqai-sized Atto 3.

Citroën is probably most famous for its quirky design, and the latest cars from the brand live up to this tradition. In fact, it&nbsp;tends to keep away from sportiness altogether and instead tries to put comfort first.

Value (but not cheapness) is also key to the appeal of most Citroëns. And the company’s range includes everything from a tiny EV (the Ami) through to the C3 small hatchback and&nbsp;the large van-based&nbsp;Spacetourer MPV.

Its range of SUVs are all badged Aircross, and like the rest of its range place emphasis on comfort, not speed.

CITROEN

The sportiest Seats have long used the&nbsp;Cupra name, but it's now been turned into a standalone sub-brand, in much the same way as Fiat's sportiest models are badged as Abarths.

Like Abarth, some of Cupra's models including the Ateca and Leon are extensively reworked Seats, but models such as the Born and Formentor are exclusive to Cupra.

Whilst Cupras are closely related to equivalent models from Seat and Volkswagen, they are generally tuned to provide a more engaging driving experience.

CUPRA

DS has only existed as a standalone manufacturer since 2015&nbsp;(prior to that the badge was used on upmarket&nbsp;Citroëns), but it is now the premium brand in the Stellantis group, which also includes&nbsp;Citroën, Peugeot and Vauxhall.

The first DS models were essentially rebadged Citroëns, but more recently its cars are now standalone models in their own right. Yet under the skin, they're still very closely related.

Its models are&nbsp;influenced by the French fashion industry and are designed&nbsp;to take on the ubiquitous offerings of Audi, BMW and Mercedes.

Modern Fiats fall into two categories: the retro models and those with more functional designs.

Cars in the first camp appeal to the heart and include the 124 Spider sports car and the 500 series: a hatchback, a convertible, an SUV and two MPVs.

By contrast, the remaining models rely on their practicality and attractive pricing, with the Panda city car, Tipo hatchback and Fullback pick-up truck all prime examples.

Fiat can trace its roots back to the 19th century but is now part of the Fiat Chrysler Automobiles group, along with Alfa Romeo, Chrysler, Jeep and Maserati.

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Ford builds some of the most popular cars in the UK, including the Fiesta and Focus hatchbacks.

This success is partly down to longevity and the fact that there’s a Ford dealer around every corner. However, it’s also because Fords tend to offer good value and be among the best cars in their respective classes to drive.

The company’s huge range also helps; it offers everything from the small – but surprisingly practical – Ka+ to the large and lavishly equipped Edge SUV.

Meanwhile, other highlights of the range include the S-Max and Galaxy people carriers, the Mondeo executive car and the Ranger pick-up.

FORD

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Honda is a company that doesn’t like to follow the crowd. So, while it competes in most of the traditional sectors of the car market, in each case it does something a little bit different.

The Jazz, for example, might look like just another rival to Britain’s best-selling car, the Ford Fiesta, but it’s actually much more practical than its rivals, with a flexible boot and Tardis-like interior.

The bigger Civic is also a practical choice, but it’s mainly distinguished by having eye-catching, love-it-or-hate-it styling, despite competing in a sector of the market that’s usually more conservative than a blue rosette.

And while it may not seem so radical now, Honda’s large SUV, the CR-V, was one of the first to forego any pretence of being an off-roader and instead focus on on-road driving dynamics.

HONDA

Jeep only makes SUVs, but it has plenty of them for you to choose from. So, whether you want something rugged enough to ford streams and climb mountains, or a more luxurious and family-friendly car, it has something to suit you.

Despite its all-American image, Jeep is actually owned by Fiat, meaning Jeeps often share parts with cars from the Italian giant; the entry-level Renegade, for example, has plenty in common with Fiat’s 500X.

However, perhaps the most widely recognised Jeep is the Wrangler, a model that has a dedicated fan base and which closely resembles the original Jeep which saw service in World War 2.

The brand’s future plans include new small and large SUVs, plus the introduction of fully electric models.

JEEP

LEAPMOTOR

In the same way that Infiniti acts as Nissan’s premium arm, Lexus has a similar tie-in with Toyota. And since most of Toyota’s models are offered as hybrids, it’s no surprise to see the same from Lexus, although there are some traditional petrol engines, too.

The brand focuses heavily on SUVs – namely the NX and RX – but also has the CT hatchback, ES executive saloon and LS luxury car among its portfolio. More small and large SUVs are expected in the future.

Like Toyota, Lexus has built a very strong reputation for reliability and regularly finishes very close to the top of our annual Reliability Survey.

LEXUS

Mazda can be summed up in a single word: bold. Not only do its cars generally look like nothing else on the market, but it’s also invested heavily in innovative engine technology.

So, while many car makers have moved to smaller turbocharged engines, Mazda instead offers larger motors that are still efficient. For example, the entry-level petrol option in the Mazda 3 is a 2.0-litre unit –&nbsp;far larger than what you’ll find in most rivals – but it remains very clean.

Highlights of Mazda’s line-up include the MX-5 sports car, which has won our Convertible of the Year Award multiple times, and the CX-5 large SUV, which was named as our inaugural best car for dog owners.

MAZDA

Mercedes’ line-up is vast – ranging from the A-Class family hatchback through to staple saloons such as the C-Class and E-Class, and onwards towards multiple SUVs, luxury saloons and even sports cars. Coupés and convertibles are thrown into the mix as well.

As one of the ‘big three’ German brands, Mercedes most often finds itself competing with Audi and BMW but more recently has found itself fending off Jaguar and Volvo, too.

Mercedes models are known for comfort. One example of this is the E-Class, because while the Audi A6 has a plusher interior and the BMW 5 Series handles better, the E-Class is probably the most comfortable for a long motorway journey.

MERCEDES-BENZ

Talk about taking an idea and running with it. The big-selling Mini hatchback is still at the core of the firm’s range, but its cute styling and relatively compact dimensions have been spun off into an estate (the Clubman) and an SUV (the Countryman), as well as a convertible.

Despite its small size, the Mini is a firmly premium product, and the three-door hatchback counts the Audi A1 and Volkswagen Polo among its key rivals.

The fact that Mini is owned by BMW brings some big advantages –&nbsp;not least the fact that its infotainment system is based on BMW’s industry-leading iDrive.

MINI

Nissan turned up early to the SUV party, with its Qashqai paving the way for the countless models we see today. The Qashqai continues to sell in big numbers in the UK, too, and was also our overall Car of the Year in 2014.

Don’t think Nissan is just about SUVs, though. As well as the Qashqai, the smaller Juke and the larger X-Trail, the Japanese brand has the Micra hatchback, GT-R sports car and Navara pick-up truck.

Nissan was also one of the first big car makers to launch a fully electric car, with its latest Leaf being one of the best on the market.

Despite being based in Japan, Nissan has long committed to building cars in the UK, making several of its best-selling models at a huge factory in Sunderland.

NISSAN

Peugeot has its strongest model line-up for some years, with some of its cars now rated by our testers as being among the very best available.

Highlights focus around the firm’s newest SUVs, the 3008 and 5008. The 5008 was named Large SUV of the Year at the 2018 What Car? Awards, thanks to its appealing blend of space, interior quality and low running costs.

That bodes well for future launches, too, because many of the learnings from these cars will be passed on as new versions of existing cars are launched – something that could take many years, because the Peugeot range is so big, ranging from an entry-level supermini with the 108 to an executive saloon with the 508, up into the SUV range and also vans.

Buyers should evaluate some of the lower-rated cars in the range more carefully, though. Some are now quite old, and are subsequently left behind in terms of quality when compared with the opposition, making them below-average buys, in our estimation.

PEUGEOT

Polestar is a relative newcomer to the new car market, having been born as a motorsport team later bought by Volvo. Today it produces a range of upmarket, fully-electric vehicles and as a brand now sits independently of Volvo.

Its models are given numerical names, and unusually these don’t denote the size of the model, rather they indicate the order in which they’re launched. The now-discontinued Polestar 1 was the firm’s first model and the Polestar 2 is an executive hatchback which is a direct rival for the Tesla Model 3. The Polestar 3 is an electric SUV, Polestar 4 a coupé and Polestar 5 a performance car.

Polestar has a focus on sustainability: in 2020 was the first car maker to release a study to show the carbon footprint of its cars, and in 2021 it started a project to ensure rare-Earth materials such as cobalt – used in many electric car batteries – are sourced responsibly.

POLESTAR

Porsche is best known as the quintessential sports car maker, but its line-up is increasingly diverse, interesting and successful, from its SUV family to the Panamera hatchback and shooting brake and, in time, a planned family of electric vehicles.

Whatever your choice, What Car?’s testers rate the cars highly; Porsche has an unusually high percentage of five and four-star cars.

Without exception, its sports cars are class leaders or among the class leaders, standing out for combining driving thrills with surprising luxury and comfort. Likewise, its SUVs are among the sharpest handling, as well as offering high levels of practicality and quality. Meanwhile, the Panamera is a true rival to the very best large executive saloons.

Porsche also sees itself as an electric car pioneer and has already enjoyed sales success with its plug-in hybrid range. Its first all-electric sports car is imminent, signalling the firm’s intent to stay relevant for many years to come.

PORSCHE

Hatchbacks, SUVs, hybrids, electric cars: Renault makes them all, in a variety of shapes and sizes, meaning&nbsp;it has a line-up designed to tempt pretty much everyone.

From the roadside, the standout feature of all its cars is design, with them instantly recognisable as members of the Renault family, without being so similar that they fall&nbsp;into the Russian doll trap. However, in terms of ability they're a mixed bag,&nbsp;ranging&nbsp;from very good to no better than average.

Models that fall into the former camp include the Clio small hatchback and Megane E-Tech electric car, while the smaller Zoe electric car is also impressive in most respects; it's just a pity Renault omits key safety kit.

On the other hand, the Captur, Arkana and Austral SUVs are all outclassed by several rivals.

Renault has some exciting new models planned, including a new Scenic (this time it will be an electric SUV instead of a conventionally powered MPV) and two cars that reimagine classic Renaults: the 4 and 5.

RENAULT

Owned by Mercedes-Benz and with a reputation for making small, clever cars, Smart offers a striking, upmarket alternative to more conventional rivals.

It currently has a two-car line-up, the smaller of the two being the distinctive Fortwo, which, as its name suggests, is an ultra-short two-seater that uses an unusual rear-engined configuration to deliver the sort of turning circle that even London taxis can only dream of. It's a doddle to park in small spaces, too.

Smart's 'family car' is the Forfour, which is little more than a stretched version of the Fortwo, with a second row of seats and a larger boot. It's more of a natural rival for cars like the Hyundai i10 or Kia Picanto.

On paper, both cars come at a considerable price premium when compared with rivals, something it says is justified by its badge appeal and the technology in the cars.&nbsp;However, sales have been slow and there are often keen Target Price deals to be found.

SMART

Once best known for its flame-spitting, rally-bred Imprezas, Subaru’s focus now is on cars that will appeal to a far wider audience, and especially one that values go-anywhere ability and no-nonsense values above all others.

The result is a mixed bag of offerings, none of which rise beyond being average in their class but most of which have facets that make them stand out from their rivals. Core to its range are the Forester and Outback SUVs, while the Levorg is a more conventional estate.

At other extremes, there’s also the BRZ, an entertaining coupé that is let down by its price and resale values, and of course the Impreza, which comes in a variety of forms, including a hot model.

SUBARU

Tesla is a US brand&nbsp;that revolutionised&nbsp;the car industry, putting <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/best/best-electric-cars-2022/n17000">electric cars</a> in the limelight&nbsp;for the first time – helped by the personality and profile of boss Elon Musk.

Today, Tesla has a broader&nbsp;line-up than ever, with the <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/tesla/model-3/saloon/review/n19010">Tesla Model 3</a> saloon&nbsp;and <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/tesla/model-y/hatchback/review/n23624">Tesla Model Y</a> SUV the company's cheapest models. For those with bigger budgets or a need for more space, there's the larger <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/tesla/model-s/hatchback/review/n150">Tesla Model S</a> saloon and <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/tesla/model-x/hatchback/review/n161">Tesla&nbsp;Model X</a> SUV.&nbsp;A&nbsp;new Roadster, complete with supercar-beating acceleration, is also in the works.

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TESLA

Toyota is a company undergoing a quiet revolution, as it works hard to replace its sensible but somewhat bland reputation with one for being a bit more daring, in areas such as the styling of its cars and its enthusiastic leadership of cutting-edge technology, such as hybrid systems.

That process seems to be working for buyers, with the hugely popular and striking-looking C-HR SUV in particular attracting a great deal of interest. The latest version of the hybrid Prius is also rated highly by What Car?; it’s the first Prius to go on sale that our testers have felt can truly compete all round with existing petrol or diesel rivals.

However, it’s worth noting that this period of transition is also a work in progress, and that many of the firm’s cars are still rated as being no more than average among class rivals by our testers.

TOYOTA

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Entry-level SE trim is our chosen version to go for. Why? Well, it keeps costs to a minimum but still comes with standard equipment that includes 17in alloy wheels, keyless entry, air-conditioning, adaptive cruise control, automatic LED headlights, a leather-trimmed steering wheel and a 10.1in touchscreen infotainment system with DAB radio, Bluetooth, built-in sat-nav and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto smartphone mirroring. 

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The trouble with SUVs is that they're more expensive&nbsp;than regular hatchback equivalents. At least most of them are, but the new&nbsp;MG ZS is actually cheaper than a Vauxhall Astra.

And before you go thinking: "Yes, but I bet it's a box on wheels with an engine from&nbsp;a lawnmower", well the latest ZS&nbsp;is actually a fuel-sipping <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/best/hybrid-cars/n17013">hybrid car</a> and even the cheapest version comes loaded with&nbsp;creature comforts.

The MG ZS is surprisingly&nbsp;big too. Even though it undercuts <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/best/small-suvs/n17050">small SUVs</a> like the <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/ford/puma/hatchback/review/n20838">Ford Puma</a> and <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/peugeot/2008/estate/review/n110">Peugeot 2008</a> on price, it's actually slightly longer than a <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/nissan/qashqai/hatchback/review/n7">Nissan Qashqai</a>. So, this is a family SUV with plenty of room in the back and a suitably <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/best/the-cars-with-the-biggest-boots/n18791">large boot</a>.

<h2 dir="ltr">MG ZS video review</h2>

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But is the MG ZS a credible, bargain alternative to the well-established competition –&nbsp;or is it a case of "you get what you pay for"?

Keep reading and we'll tell you how the ZS stacks up in all the important areas, which trim level makes the most sense and how we rate it against the <a href="https://www.whatcar.com/best/family-suvs/n17116">best family SUVs</a>.

The 2024 MG ZS is keenly priced, well equipped and&nbsp;usefully practical but rivals are better to drive

New MG ZS

<h2>What we're looking for:</h2><ul><li>Comfortable ride </li> <li>Feature-filled infotainment </li> <li>Space for child seats </li> <li>Robust build quality </li> <li>Practical storage spaces </li> <li>A boot fit for a family holiday </li> <li>Fuel-efficient engines</li></ul>

While we define a small SUV&nbsp;as something&nbsp;less than 4.3 metres long and a large SUV as measuring more than 4.5 metres, family SUVs tread the middle ground.

As the name suggests, the vast majority are&nbsp;designed for family duties rather than serious off-roading, so practicality is paramount. However, that&nbsp;shouldn't come at the expense of a decent drive; the best examples combine tidy handling with smooth engines&nbsp;and a ride that's comfortable&nbsp;enough to ensure the kids aren't left feeling queasy.

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