For The engine is smooth and flexible, even if it's not exactly a ball of fire. Elegance models come with leather seats and other luxuries, and you get a clever off-roading function.
Against This version is very pricey to buy, and with four-wheel drive and a big petrol engine, it's going to be the most expensive version to run, too.
Nice to drive, with a strong, smooth petrol engine. If you must have a 4x4 version, though, the diesel-engined versions make much more sense.
The 1.2-litre turbo petrol is the pick of the range because it’s a lively performer, attractively priced and affordable to run. However, it can’t be combined with four-wheel drive – you’ll need a 1.8-litre turbo petrol or 2.0-litre diesel if you plan to head off-road. Of these, the basic 2.0 TDI is our pick, because it’s reasonably gutsy and the only one that’s available with more affordable trims.
Company car drivers will be best off choosing the 1.6 TDI Greenline II, because its low emissions put it in the 18% band for Benefit in Kind tax.
Entry-level models have most of what you want, including air-con, electric front windows and a CD player. We'd upgrade to S trim, though – you get alloys, front foglights and powered rear windows.
Next up is SE, which provides dual-zone climate control, parking sensors and a CD changer with touchscreen controls. Range-topping Elegance cars have an off-road mode, leather upholstery, rain-sensing wipers and xenon headlamps.
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