First Drive – Opel Mokka
We drive the Mokka, Opel’s first venture into the compact SUV segment What is it? Due here in December, the unusually named Mokka is Opel’s first ever compact Sports Utility Vehicle and will compete with rivals such as the Nissan Qashqai and Skoda Yeti. First impressions of the new Opel Mokka. From young families to active outdoor types, the chunky Mokka supermini-sized SUV should appeal to a broad base of customers. While the...
Mazda CX-5 2.2D
Does the world really need another Compact SUV? Mazda obviously think so! We find out if their CX-5 is really good enough to win fans in this competitive market. What is it? Mazda’s latest addition is intended to capitalize on the ever popular Compact SUV market; essentially what these cars offer are the looks of a rugged country warrior but with hatch back proportions. So they may look like fuel guzzlers but underneath the brawny...
Ford Kuga 2.0 Titanium
What is it? Ford’s urban warrior, the Kuga is one of the most stylish crossovers around. Pronounced K-U-G-A, not Cougar, crossovers may share some of the macho styling of the old fuel guzzling 4x4s but underneath they are much more car like than their beefy exterior hints at. Think of the Ford Kuga as a jacked-up Focus! Who is it aimed at? This is a family car and while it is not huge by any means it certainly provides enough space...
Volvo XC60 D3 AWD
With fuel prices on the rise and financial hardship looming downsizing is the new black and the compact luxury S.U.V. is becoming the car of choice What is it? The Volvo XC60 was one of a host of compact luxury SUVs that emerged on the market over the last couple of years. Essentially they are a cross between an SUV and traditional estate car. Who is it aimed at? Anyone who has ever hankered after the bigger Volvo XC90 will...
First Drive – Mazda’s New CX-5
What is it A five seater, the new Mazda CX-5 is a stylish and frugal SUV with three models in its range, Executive, Sport & Sport SE. First impression of the new CX-5! It looks like a beefy Mazda 3 that is attractive, athletic and is a good choice of car for young couples and families What about the interior? Inside the high driving position means great visibility and the CX-5 is comfortable and car like. The interior is...
