Performance

There's a V8 that develops 325bhp and 258bhp V6. The V8 doesn't disappoint, cracking 62mph in just seven seconds.

Driving

Softly sprung and poorly damped, so it rolls in the corners, wallows over longer undulations and also manages to transmit too many vibrations into the cabin.

Space

Offers more than enough room for three adults in the rear. You can also get seven seats. These fold electrically, take an age do so and don't provide a huge amount leg room when they whirr into place.

Build quality

Doesn't compare well with a £30k European SUV. The interior feels cheap and the switch locations are bizarre (the rear wiper button is on the ceiling).

Equipment

Offers what you'd expect for a £30k car such as air con and lots of electric toys.

Safety

A total of six airbags as standard. You also get seatbelt pretensioners.

Owning

Both engines aren't very economical, with the V6 returning just 20mpg. Road fund tax will be high due to a big CO2 footprint. What Kyoto agreement?

Value

It's on the pricey side. For the entry level £30k you could buy a Discovery.

Verdict

Okay, it's different from the standard but often faceless SUV but in this case, different doesn't mean better.

Cadillac SRX rivals
BMW X5
Volvo XC90
Audi Q7