Pros Striking exterior design Lots of standard kit and space Very low PCP monthly payments Plenty of personalisation Good to drive
Cons Plain interior design Ride just okay on rough roads Boot smaller than some rivals Entry-level 95hp petrol a little underpowered No Cupra planned (yet)
The five-door All-New Arona, a front-wheel-drive only SUV, is well placed in this highly popular sector of the car market.It’s available with a choice of six engines, with both the diesel and petrol variants offered in either 95PS or 115 PS form, and the sporty FR 1.5 TSI EVO leaping up to 150 PS.
Pros Very smart looking inside and out Good choice of engines Well equipped and overall good value
Cons No SatNav on basic model
The Seat Arona is quite possibly the best compact SUV of the moment. Good practicality, economy and solid driving manners are all Arona staples.It lacks the visual creativity of a Hyundai Kona or the customisation of a Citroen C3 Aircross, but its real-world strengths far outweigh having orange door mirrors. It’s a level-headed car for level-headed people.
Pros Refined 1.0-litre petrol Ergonomic infotainment system Good ride
Cons Humdrum looks Narrow middle seat Trim levels that dictate engine choice
The 2018 Volkswagen Atlas ranked #9 in Midsize SUVs. Currently the Volkswagen Atlas has a score of 8.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 22 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Spacious seating – even in the third row Large cargo area Drives smaller than it is
Cons Bland interior V6 sometimes struggles for power
Pros Second-row comfort and flexibility Cargo space Crash-test ratings Three child seats fit in second row Multimedia screen is sharp and bright Camera and parking-sensor integration
Cons V-6 power is underwhelming Not enough hidden storage space Steering is too light Conservative styling Advanced safety features not available on lower trim levels All-wheel drive with V-6 only
The 2018 Volkswagen Atlas is an all-new midsize crossover. It slots in between the compact Tiguan and high-end Touareg in Volkswagen's lineup. The Atlas is actually larger than the Touareg, but it doesn't offer the same level of features or options.
PROS Spacious interior offers ample room for passenger in all three rows Great compromise between precise handling and everyday comfort Straightforward cabin design makes everything easy to use
CONS Fuel economy lags that of some competitors Not very quick to accelerate, even with the optional V6
