Audi » Q5

This SUV has the quality engine you would expect from an Audi and handles very well for a tall car thanks to a longer than average wheelbase; in fact you could almost imagine that you're driving a saloon car. It will seat five people comfortably; the 540 litre boot means that with the back seats down there is 1560 litres of storage and with an option to fold the front passenger seat flat you can also accommodate long items like surfboards. It's an SUV, so don't expect low carbon emissions, but the 3.0 litre diesel engine available will still do 37 mpg. A family car with a difference.