The Gen XY Lifestyle
Sweet Dreams Are Made Of These!
Sourcing for your next ride? These are five serious contenders that deserve your consideration.
Renault Kadjar BOSE® Edition 1.5dCi (A)
Built from a 1.5-litre diesel engine that offers outstanding fuel efficiency, the Kadjar is a persuasive benchmark that is adequately equipped by Euro NCAP standards – scoring an impressive 5-Star rating. Its 7-seater modular platform outperforms its class competitors and features good cabin space without compromising its handling. The inbuilt BOSE Premium Sound System along with the Renault R-Link 2 multimedia system is also a wise addition as an in-car entertainment standard.
Volkswagen Sportsvan 1.4 TSI Highline
Practicality and versatility are one of the high notes on the Sportsvan, as this 5-seater MPV packs more space than the average hatchbacks and offers plenty of cargo space at nearly 1,520 litres of capacity with the rear seats flat out. The fuel efficiency also works out to be excellent without loss of power. The Sportsvan is also one of the fine vehicles that have recorded a very respectable 5-star rating on the Euro NCAP charts.
Suzuki Vitara 1.6A
If the idea of a stylish compact SUV with a 4WD drivetrain excites, then perhaps its time to get behind the wheels of Suzuki’s iconic Vitara, as Suzuki has managed to retain its off-road heritage while keeping the car trendy at the same time. Extracting power from a 4WD is what one should expect from an SUV, and road tests showed that the Vitara is a valued catch. It is amazing what Suzuki has done for the modestly built 1.6 litre SUV without having to rely on forced induction.
Lexus IS Turbo
The much touted turbocharged 4-cylinder engine Lexus is now mated to the sharp and sporty looks of the IS model. The highlight of the IS Turbo is the LFA inspired meter display that slides to the right to reveal a digital multi-information display panel, proof of the brand’s passion for driving performance. Safety wise, the IS Turbo has ten SRS Airbags all round for impact safety, and gets full points for exceptional driving performance and precise handling characteristics.
Mini Cooper S Clubman 2.0A
The Mini Cooper S Clubman is a MINI that actually features decent cabin space and better legroom, challenging the luxury compact segment for their dollar’s worth. The Cooper S Clubman is powered by a turbocharged 2.0-litre 4-cylinder engine with peak output at 192bhp with an overboost function, taking fun to another level of a well-spent Sunday drive. The responsive handling and practical suspension kit makes for a satisfying experience.
