Best medium SUVs 2024
Large SUVs? Small SUVs? Mid-sized SUVs? These family cars come in so many different sizes, but which is for you? Here are 10 of the best medium-sized SUVs you should consider
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Medium-sized SUVs and crossovers are a common sight on British roads, with more than 500,000 being registered each year, according to the SMMT.
With this trend expected to continue, we’ve put together a list showing 10 of the best medium SUVs you can buy on the used car market.
This way, not only can you save on the initial purchase cost, but when you come to sell it on, the first owner’s already taken the brunt of the depreciation. It’s a win-win situation.
Hyundai Tucson
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Kicking things off is the Hyundai Tucson – the business-savvy person’s choice.
We say this because it’s affordable, does everything a pricier SUV can do and is very fuel-efficient – all things that are very welcome.
This Hyundai SUV is also very practical for what’s considered to be ‘mid-sized’ in the UK. Its boot measures 558 litres and increases to 1,799 litres when the rear seats are folded flat.
There are also some strong engine options that include a petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid (PHEV). The latter offers up to 33 miles of electric-only range and is therefore the best option for city dwellers.
Range Rover Evoque
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If you appreciate the finer things in life, then the Range Rover Evoque is a great option for you.
Whether you live on the King’s Road in Chelsea or down a muddy trail in the Cotswolds, the Range Rover Evoque will get you where you need to be.
With Land Rover’s exceptional off-road heritage, you’ll get a solid four-wheel-drive system that also allows for a comfortable ride on those longer motorway journeys.
There’s also a whole host of strong engines, from a sporty petrol to longer-lasting efficient diesel. Newer iterations can even be had with a plug-in hybrid unit that offers up to 39 miles of electric-only driving.
Citroen C5 Aircross
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If there’s one thing the Citroen C5 Aircross did for the automotive industry, it was removing the ‘boring’.
The used Citroen C5 Aircross proves that crossover SUVs don’t have to be bland, from its characterful front grille to its quirky lower side panel ‘airbumps’ that help to cushion any bumps from other cars.
Engines include a petrol, plug-in hybrid and diesel engine, with the PHEV offering up to 34 miles of all-electric range.
Nissan Qashqai
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Despite being a Japanese car, the Nissan Qashqai is actually built in Sunderland, which might be why you see so many on the roads.
When you get behind the Nissan's wheel, you’ll notice a smooth ride, plenty of the latest technology, comfortable seats and lots of space for the family – including ISOFIX points for the little ones.
There are some great engines too, including a petrol, diesel and hybrid engine, with the diesel being the best if you regularly drive long distances.
BMW X3
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The BMW X3 is one of those cars you see everywhere, from the school gates to driving along the motorway.
It can be had with a petrol or diesel engine, or a plug-in hybrid engine that offers up to 34 miles of electric power alone.
There’s also an all-electric version called the iX3 that offers a claimed range of 285 miles on a single charge, making it ideal for those in a city.
A used BMW X3 is also very practical, with a boot measuring 550 litres and growing to a whopping 1,600 litres with the rear seats folded flat.
Lexus NX
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The NX is an important car to Lexus for two reasons.
Firstly, this was the first-ever plug-in hybrid car it made, and secondly, it’s one of its best-sellers here in the UK. So, if there’s ever a Lexus to consider, it’s this one.
However, if a PHEV isn’t for you, the NX also comes as a self-charging hybrid, which means you never need to plug it in to charge but you lose out on the extended electric range.
Another reason this makes for a great medium SUV is its boot space, which measures 525 litres – plenty for a large shopping trip or baby accessories.
Kia Sportage
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The Kia Sportage, like the Tucson, is an affordable way to enter the world of high-end SUVs because it’s so much cheaper than its rivals, yet still offers everything you could ever want.
Because it’s a Kia – a brand that offers a seven-year/100,000-mile warranty – the Sportage is incredibly durable and well put-together.
It’s a great all-round family vehicle too, with plenty of cubbyholes, a solid infotainment system and a large 591-litre boot.
Jaguar F-Pace
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The luxury SUV segment is ever-growing, but one car that’s remained a constant for many years is Jaguar’s F-Pace.
This handsome mid-sized SUV sits above the E-Pace and is on the same level as the all-electric I-Pace in terms of comfort and luxury.
You can have it with the standard petrol or diesel engines, but there’s also a PHEV with 40 miles of range and the monstrous 5.0-litre V8 SVR that sits at the top of the range.
Skoda Enyaq iV
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Cars such as the Skoda Enyaq iV prove that great electric mid-sized SUVs do exist.
With a claimed range of up to 339 miles and with a power output of 265hp, this is more like a sporty EV than anything else, but it’s also hugely practical.
The lack of a transmission tunnel running along the car’s floor means there’s more room in the rear for three passengers, and the boot measures 585 litres (growing to 1,710 litres with the rear seats folded), which is plenty for families.
Ford Kuga
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If you’re a Ford Focus fan but want to sit higher up on the road, then the Ford Kuga is the one for you.
What we like about the Kuga is that it’s not too flashy or over the top. Instead, it’s humble and does the job perfectly, as is common with used Ford models.
Engine options include a petrol, diesel and PHEV, which offers a claimed electric range of up to 41 miles.