Small SUV car reviews

Sorry, purists. Porsche’s best-selling car in the UK is the most complete small premium SUV money can buy

Peugeot’s largest SUV is a proper seven-seater with mega practicality, and post-facelift it looks far more stylish too

Stick to the single motor versions and the Smart feels like a fairly sensible family crossover. The 422bhp Brabus version is barking mad

Want a Niro? The EV is probably still the one to buy, but the hybrids are solid family crossovers

The spacious new BMW X1 gets MPV vibes, but a coarse petrol and dopey 'box let it down. Avoid these and get the iX1

Tangibly more practical and interesting than a 308, this is SUVs done properly

It's refined, as good to drive as any small SUV and decently made and equipped

Familiar with the Golf? There won’t be too many surprises here, but there are more interesting options out there

With its good looks, well-judged handling and competitive pricing, the Ateca remains among the best of its ilk

The Karoq might have lost its predecessor’s personality, but on every other front it’s a better car than the one it replaces

The C-HR handles well, looks quirky and makes a tank of fuel go a long way, but small families will quickly outgrow it

The looks might be polarising but it's not actually ugly and certainly not – bigger crime – bland

Want a Mazda 3? Too lazy to slow down for speed bumps? Then we've got the perfect car for you...

Latest CR-V remains a sensible buy in the sector, but there are more exciting options out there

A proper Top Gear hero. Seriously over-delivers on the underpromising price...

Definitely the sensible option, but you'll be laughing all the way to the petrol station

The Tonale isn't charismatic to drive, but the further we drove the more we liked it

The hybrid UX remains an alternative choice, but it's a smart, comfortable family runabout

VW’s coupe-crossover competitor will win some fans for its sportier looks, but otherwise it’s easily forgettable

Among an abundance of small SUVs, the 2008, with its eye-catching looks and great interior tech, is one of the most interesting

The Euro-spec fifth-gen Sportage strikes a neat balance between practicality and style. Like the looks? You'll be a fan