Best medium SUVs 2021

The refreshed F-Pace has a pared-back, restrained interior, with smooth, tightly-stitched leather, and the swishest infotainment system around. The hybrid and petrol versions are both wonderfully smooth, and there’s lots of space and light inside.
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Rugged and versatile, but with the roofline of a coupe, the Q5 Sportback combines two desirable automotive genres in one. We love the combo. There’s surprisingly big boot for the shape, and a lovely 2.0-litre petrol engine. Or you can choose a diesel or plug-in hybrid, or the thumpingly powerful SQ5 Sportback.
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Available as the smaller 90 or the larger 110, the new Defender has bags of character and promises a lot of fun. Just beware the expensive options list, which is tempting. We love the offer of a third jump seat in the front row, the go-anywhere attitude and the iconic status of this model.
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The middle child of Volvo’s SUV family is always in the running for awards, based on owner feedback. Lovely leather and wool interiors, open-grain woods and the sense of light and space make this a popular choice. Add in Volvo’s exemplary safety record and plug-in hybrid option, and it’s a winner.
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Peugeot’s SUV range showcases some striking styling and innovative driver comfort features, with distinctive low-set steering wheels and cool digital graphics. The 5008 offers two extra seats in the boot, making this a seven-seater with a relatively small footprint. Among other things this is great for parking.
Browse new and used Peugeot 5008s on Auto Trader