This is our favourite trim. You get air-conditioning, Alcantara and leather seats, xenon headlights, 18-inch alloy wheels, Bluetooth, a USB socket and a DAB radio. However, you’ll probably want to pay extra for rear parking sensors, climate control and the Technology pack, which includes sat-nav.

The 45 TFSI option feels fast at virtually any revs and will crack 60mph in less than six seconds. Stick it in Dynamic mode and the throttle response sharpens up, the S tronic automatic gearbox holds on to gears for longer, and the exhaust even makes a satisfying – but manufactured – burble, that adds sporting appeal