Pros Great value Good looks Well built
Cons Compromised ride Limited badge appeal Pricier than before
Pros Good off road Excellent for towing Plenty of space for five
Cons Slow Poor fuel economy Drives like a truck
Pros Well equipped Relatively cheap for its size and capability Excellent towing capacity
Cons Overly firm ride Poor handling Not as spacious as you might think
The Vauxhall Grandland X is decently practical, safe and good value for money. However, the mixed interior quality might put you off
Pros Comfy over bumps Spacious inside All models well equipped
Cons Sluggish infotainment Top-spec cars are expensive No four-wheel drive option
Everyone’s crossing over these days…In cars, that is, as the ‘crossover SUV’ continues to barge ahead in popularity. One of the latest is the Vauxhall Grandland X. This model is the second to come out of Vauxhall’s takeover by Peugeot and based on their 3008.
Pros Attractive interior Roomy and comfortable Overall good value
Cons It's a crowded market
Pros SUV completes line-up of three new X-branded family cars Promise of ample personalisation options and cutting-edge tech Well-equipped for the money, all offered with Vauxhall OnStar
CONS Limited range of engines from launch No four-wheel drive version for adventurous types Most powerful engine is a pricey upgrade