First drive: Suzuki Vitara 1.6 DDiS GLX ALLGRIP
With Suzuki’s new Vitara you can now get muddy in style writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? Suzuki has revived an old name for their all new Vitara. This the fourth generation of their popular SUV bears no resemblance to previous versions and is set to rival the likes of the Peugeot 2008, Nissan’s Juke and Renault’s Captur. First impressions of the new Suzuki Vitara? Sleek and very stylish there is more than a hint of current...
Fiat Panda Cross 1.3
Fiat’s new Panda Cross may be based on the Panda 4×4 but it’s much more capable. Suzanne Keane was lucky enough to be testing the Panda Cross during one of our recent “cold spells”! What is it? The Panda Cross is an extremely versatile car – it’s agile and economical around town but with impressive off-roading abilities! Who is it aimed at? The Panda Cross is aimed at city dwellers with an adventurous streak. Styling? The...
Lexus NX 300h
The Lexus NX combines luxury with high-tech, but is it enough to fend off established rivals asks Geraldine Herbert What is it?The luxury compact crossover segment is the new battleground for premium carmakers and not surprisingly this lucrative sector is the fastest-growing segment of the car market and Lexus is eager to tap into this lucrative niche with their new NX Who is it aimed at? The Compact SUVsegment is dominated by the...
Fiat Panda 4×4 1.3 MultiJet
If you need an all season city car nothing comes close to the Fiat Panda 4×4 writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? From the outside the Fiat Panda is the most unlikely off roader but underneath this pint sized frames lurks a surprisingly capable car that can trek across streams, mount rocks and wade through the muddiest of ruts. Who is it aimed at? The Panda 4×4 is a little car designed to appeal to those who need a compact...
Mercedes-Benz GLA 200 CDI Urban
Mercedes may be late to the Crossover Party but their new GLA promises rugged good looks and car like driving writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? The GLA is based on the sleek A-class and is Mercedes first venture into the Urban crossover market. Part hatchback, part SUV this is Mercedes answer to Land Rover’s Range Rover Evoque, Audi’s Q3 and the BMW X1. Who is it aimed at? With rugged good looks and car like driving dynamics the...
