After driving six brand new cars in just over a month, our Cars Reporter has crowned the Volkswagen T-Roc as the standout winner. Priced at £31,620, the small SUV impressed with its handling, smooth acceleration, and soft suspension, making it a joy to drive. The model has already won a WhatCar? Car of the Year Award and is considered one of the 20 best cars on the road.
The Contenders
VW T-Roc - £31,620
The T-Roc handles perfectly and can be picked up for just over £31,000. The infotainment screen is clear and precise, with unobtrusive driver assistance features. The Life model is more expensive than a Nissan Qashqai but worth the extra money.
Kent Heritage Works 'The Admiral' - £195,000
This modern take on a classic 1970s Land Rover uses an original Series III chassis upgraded for the modern age. The 3.5-litre V8 petrol engine is a standout after driving many electric models.
BYD Seal - £45,730
BYD's flagship model in the UK features a stunning luxury interior and hits 0-62mph in 3.8 seconds in Sport mode. However, it has drawbacks like sharp range drop and annoying speed limit warning chimes.
Ford Capri - £37,000
The new Ford EV Capri has smooth light steering, a comfortable interior, a spacious 572-litre boot, and a 389-mile range. Naming it after the 1970s classic was a bold idea that probably doesn't work.
Omoda E5 - £33,065
Omoda's sister company Jaecoo has stormed the UK market. The Omoda 5 undercuts rivals on price while packing premium features, with a 60 kWh battery for up to 257 miles range and a 380-litre boot.
Higer 12 - £350,360
China could dominate the bus market with the Higer 12, a 100% electric city bus with 352kWh lithium-ion batteries achieving 300-350 miles range. Several models operate in Ireland.
The VW T-Roc remains the top pick for its balance of price, performance, and practicality.
