Audi » A4

Compact and classy, the A4 comfortably seats four and gives a quiet, smooth ride over all but the bumpiest of surfaces. The 2.0 litre TDI model will give you 138Bhp at an average of just under 48mpg, whilst the 4WD Quattros will give improved road-handling, albeit at the cost of fuel economy. Reliable and cheaper to run than most others in its class, this is a popular executive car.