Lexus has fine-tuned its line-up of hybrid and plug-in hybrid luxury SUVs. The updates add a touch of extra lustre to the model that has won Auto Express’s mid-size premium SUV of the year title for the past three years. The self-charging hybrid NX 350h has a renamed entry-level grade: Urban specification introduces wireless smartphone integration for … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Hyundai Tucson Premium Hybrid
The Hyundai Tucson is a quality SUV which many prospective buyers might overlook, at their cost. The Tucson range runs to five models, SE Connect, Premium, N Line, N Line S and Ultimate, from £31,535 to over £44,575 with 2WD, or with PHEV powertrain to stretch economy and 4WD. Power outputs accordingly range from 150ps to 265ps with model dependent manual … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Genesis Gv60 Premium
Having the right face can open doors for you and this is the thinking behind the latest Genesis GV60 ev. It is the first model to use the company’s new pure electric platform, winning independent awards for its sophistication and performance and has just been updated with a raft of features designed to make owning, driving and enjoying the 'baby-Genesis' a … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Genesis GV80 Lux 5 seater
Premium SUVs have had it their own way for a long time in Britain, but things could be about to change. The arrival of the Genesis GV80 this autumn will give those who want to be different, to make an automotive statement, a new way to express themselves. Genesis chief creative officer is Peruvian-born Belgian Luc Donckerwolke, who before joining … [Read more...]
Ghost brokers are defrauding drivers
Ghost brokers are haunting motorists, warns a Welsh business. Gocompare is warning motorists to avoid too good to be true car insurance deals on social media following concerns that fraudsters known as ‘ghost brokers’ are preying on people’s financial worries caused by the Covid pandemic. The warning comes following the arrest at the end of May, of a man … [Read more...]
Sunday drive: Volvo XC90 B5 diesel R-Design
The second generation Volvo XC90 large SUV with 4x4 traction and seven seats is the flagship of the revitalised Volvo range, writes David Miles. It was introduced in 2014 and recently it has undergone its mid-term revisions to keep it relevant in today’s expanding SUV market sector. It was the sales and image success of the premium brand XC90 that led … [Read more...]
Weekend roadtest: Hyundai Tucson Premium 48v Mild Hybrid
It’s not one of the first of the modern SUVs, but the Hyundai Tucson Premium 48v Mild Hybrid is one of the better models, writes Robin Roberts. There’s a modest 18-strong range of petrol, diesel or hybrid powered models in five-trim levels with manual or automatic transmission, two or four-wheel drive. Prices run from about £22,000 to £35,000. Now … [Read more...]
Newcomer Peugeot 2008
Peugeot 2008 SUV is now available in high-specification Allure Premium trim level, with more than £1,400 of additional equipment over Allure trim at a price increase of £800. It offers a full roster of tech and connectivity including a 7” colour touchscreen with Connected 3D Satellite Navigation, voice control and TomTom live updates, as well as Peugeot … [Read more...]
Audi Q2 stretches sophistication
They have been queuing since August, but now Audi fans will be able see and touch the Q2 this weekend, writes Robin Roberts. Dealer launches for what Audi believe will become one of their best sellers are taking place from today (Saturday 5 Nov2016) for the staggering 18,000 people who registered an interest in the premium compact SUV car over the last … [Read more...]
