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Vauxhall Grandland 1.6 Hybrid [300] 4X4 GSe 5dr Auto [7.4 kWCh] Review

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Reserved solely for the performance-focused GSe trim, this 296bhp plug-in hybrid engine is the most powerful that Vauxhall currently offers. It gives you plenty of oomph off the line, but also comes with the benefit of offering up to 40 miles running on electricity alone. 

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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.

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Top-of-the-range GSe is one of the first cars to come from Vauxhall’s new performance-focused sub-brand. As well as the most powerful plug-in hybrid engine, it gets all of the toys you can expect from Ultimate trim but with revised styling, upgraded suspension with Koni dampers and Alcantara sports seats.

1.6 Hybrid [300] 4X4 GSe 5dr Auto [7.4 kWCh]

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Electric adjustable/heated/folding door mirrors

Electrically operated front and rear windows with safety auto reverse and one touch up/down facility

Electronic stability program (ESP) including traction control

Front and rear parking distance sensors with 360 degree rear view camera and advanced park assist

IntelliLux adaptive LED pixel headlights and LED tail lights

Drivers and front passengers seat with height, reach, tilt, backrest adjustment and seat cushion extension

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The Grandland is competitively priced in most trims, and is well equipped and spacious enough for most families. However, it's hard to ignore the fractionally cheaper Skoda Karoq or more practical Kia Sportage – both of which have nicer interiors and are sharper to drive. Company car drivers who are in the market for a family SUV will find the hybrid Grandland models cost-effective.

<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.

The Seat Ateca and&nbsp;Skoda Karoq should definitely be on your shortlist. But if you have a bit more to spend,&nbsp;the Range Rover Evoque is another strong option. If money is a concern, then the Dacia Duster provides comfortable, spacious and well-equipped transportation for an affordable price.

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