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CARS FROM S TO T

Saab list

Saab

9.3

Saab still makes comparisons with the fighter jets the other wing of their company makes.

This model dogfights with the German prestige models. The dash layout has a hint of cockpit about it.

It's enveloping, with lots of gadgets and important-looking switches (in fact the only thing the 9-3 shares with a jet is the night-panel switch, which dims all backlit controls).

Performance	7.7/10
Practicality	8/10
Reliability	9.7/10
Value for money	7.3/10
Overall value	8/10

Saab

9.5

Saab has made a very credible alternative to

German contenders in the executive market

with the 9-5. Styled like a true Saab

Performance	8/10
Practicality	7/10
Reliability	6/10
Value for money	8/10
Overall value	6/10

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Seat

Alhambra

The Alhambra is a versatile seven-seater which is very roomy - just like the Ford and VW versions in fact.

The only differences are in the trim colours and equipment levels. The Alhambra though does the same job more cost effectively,

Performance	7.7/10
Practicality	8.9/10
Reliability	7/10
Value for money	8.5/10
Overall value	8/10

Seat

ibiza

Seat Ibiza

was another step up from the first and second-generation models to carry the name.

Volkswagen's input shines through in the solidly built bodies, quality interior finish, durable engines,

Performance	8/10
Practicality	6/10
Reliability	8/10
Value for money	10/10
Overall value	8/10

Seat

leon

It's good to drive, has plenty of space

and looks good inside and out with a good range of punchy engines.

Old Leon was SEAT's best selling car,

Performance	8.4/10
Practicality	8.4/10
Reliability	8.2/10
Value for money	8.6/10
Overall value	8/10
Recommended	80%

Skoda

Fabia

Fabia isn't a common sight on our roads. Good new for the used buyer, as values are generally lower than the value-packed hatchback.

Performance	7/10
Practicality	7/10
Reliability	10/10
Value for money	9/10
Overall value	8/10

Felicia

Felicia feels more '80s than '90s, it's practical, well put together and quite spacious (the estate is usefully large inside). There's no doubt it's good value, and it's no surprise that it retains a loyal and satisfied following.

Performance	6.8/10
Practicality	9/10
Reliability	9.5/10
Value for money	9.5/10
Overall value	9/10

Octavia

Octavia is a big step up for traditional Skoda buyers - but are the badge and the clever advertising enough to confer kudos in the car park?

Performance	9.3/10
Practicality	9.3/10
Reliability	7.5/10
Value for money	9.5/10
Overall value	7/10

Supurb

The Superb is good to drive, has economical and punchy diesel engines and has a thoughtfully constructed interior.

Performance	8.5/10
Practicality	8/10
Reliability	9.5/10
Value for money	10/10
Overall value	9/10

Suburu

forester

Forester won't seduce you with its looks, lacking the high performance posturing of the Impreza WRX, the imposing bulk of a proper off-roader or the sophistication of an Audi All-Road. But we love it for its complete lack of pretentiousness -

Performance	8.5/10
Practicality	10/10
Reliability	10/10
Value for money	8.5/10
Overall value	10/10

impreza

entry level has power steering, adjustable steering wheel and internal headlamp adjustment. GL adds central locking, electric windows and mirrors, rev counter, driver’s seat height adjustment and radio/cassette. 2.0 Sport has front spoiler with integral fog lamps, electric windows, and mirrors plus ABS brakes. Special editions include: Turbo Series McRae: sunroof, gold alloys, low profile tyres, special cloth interior

Performance	9/10
Practicality	9.2/10
Reliability	9.2/10
Value for money	9.3/10
Overall value	9/10

legacy

Legacy has long been overlooked in the executive sector - but there's no reason for it anymore. This model has a classy look - the sort of car you'd like to have on your driveway.

Performance	9/10
Practicality	8/10
Reliability	8/10
Value for money	9/10
Overall value	9/10

Suzuki

swift

This Swift is a completely different car to the last model to bear the name. It's an all-new car and has been designed to look good,

Performance	5/10
Practicality	8/10
Reliability	10/10
Value for money	10/10
Overall value	9/10

alto

Standard equipment includes tinted glass, rear wash/wipe, split/folding rear seats and remote tailgate and fuel filler release. Metallic paint is optional

Performance	6.8/10
Practicality	7.3/10
Reliability	8/10
Value for money	7.5/10
Overall value	7/10

grand vitara

The driving position is good - high up, with good visibility. The steering wheel height can be adjusted and most have seat-height adjustment. All major controls are logically placed and easy to reach

Performance	8.5/10
Practicality	8/10
Reliability	9.5/10
Value for money	9.3/10
Overall value	9/10

ignis

Pleasantly roomy inside for such a small car and rear seats can be rake adjusted to improve the comfort of rear passengers when boot space isn't required. Unlike some rivals

Performance	10/10
Practicality	10/10
Reliability	10/10
Value for money	10/10
Overall value	10/10

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Toyota

Aventis

Avensis is a huge leap forward for Toyota,

with big improvements over the old model.

It's gone up market and is a worthy rival. to any others in its class

Performance	7.5/10
Practicality	9.5/10
Reliability	10/10
Value for money	9/10
Overall value	10/10

Toyota

Verso

Toyota Verso

This is the larger of their medium-sized

MPVs, capable of carrying seven.

Reliability is outstanding.

Good head and leg room for the first five passengers

Performance	9.1/10
Practicality	7.9/10
Reliability	9.4/10
Value for money	9.1/10
Overall value	9/10

Toyota

Celica

Toyota Celica.

It's been around since 1999, but the sharp, aggressive shape still looks fresh, a testament to how good a design it was.

This model was never developed with rallying in mind, so there is no four-wheel-drive turbocharged version.

Performance	8.5/10
Practicality	9.4/10
Reliability	9.5/10
Value for money	7.7/10
Overall value	9/10

Toyota

Corolla

A well-thought-out driving position makes it comfortable to drive

Entry-level Toyota 2 models have electric front windows, CD stereo and remote central locking. T3 adds colour keyed side mouldings and air-conditioning.

T-Spirit gets electric rear windows, dark metallic fascia and climate control.

Performance	7/10
Practicality	7.5/10
Reliability	9.5/10
Value for money	8.5/10
Overall value	6/10

Toyota

Previa

It was originally launched in 1990

and was one of the first Toyota purpose-built people-carriers on the market.

The current model went on sale in 2000, with a space-age look, better practicality and, most importantly, a diesel engine.

Performance	8/10
Practicality	8.5/10
Reliability	10/10
Value for money	8.5/10
Overall value	10/10

Toyota

Rava

Toyota RAV-4

was the right car at the right time.

Its overtly 4x4 look, funky body shape and excellent on-road manners, meant it was perfectly placed to pick up sales during the soft-roader boom of the mid-Nineties

Performance	8.5/10
Practicality	8.7/10
Reliability	9.2/10
Value for money	8.4/10
Overall value	8/10

Toyota

Yaris

Yaris delivers charm,

functionality and value for money in equal measures.

It's also good to drive, surprisingly economical

to run and almost sporty in T-Sport form

Performance	8/10
Practicality	10/10
Reliability	10/10
Value for money	8.5/10
Overall value	10/10

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