Dear Lawrence, My Ford Focus ST is a bit too small for my growing family and dog. Can you recommend a sporty premium SUV for £30,000?
Nigel Weldon, E-mail
Contact: Lawrence_Allan@dennis.co.uk
CARS
BMW X3
FOR: Great to drive, spacious, efficient AGAINST: Divisive styling, firm ride
IF you’re looking for an SUV with driver appeal, then you can’t ignore the BMW X3. The latest model is still one of the best-handling cars in its class, with accurate steering and good body control.
The ride is firm but well controlled in M Sport spec, and the 3.0-litre diesel finds a great balance between pace and running costs. Inside, the X3 is spacious and nice to sit in, too. We found a 2014 xDrive30d M Sport with 32,000 miles for £28,850.
INTERIOR
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