Small SUV car reviews

Like the Yaris, but fancy something slightly taller? You'll like this slightly taller Yaris

The Symbioz is a perfectly fine family runabout, but lacks a little sparkle in an ever-crowded sector

The MG HS prioritises price and passenger comfort, but can’t compete with rivals when it comes to driving dynamics

A pleasing step on form the car it replaces, but you’re unlikely to be buying it for anything other than its remarkable pricing

The Nissan Qashqai gets some worthy improvements as part of a chunky facelift. Does the job admirably, not really one for the enthusiast. Obviously

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

A supremely complete crossover. And better to drive than it strictly needs to be

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

Another worthy crossover. Comfy, roomy, but it won’t tug your heartstrings

Vauxhall's biggest crossover looks the part, but a very ordinary drive makes it otherwise easily forgettable. Wait for the next gen

While the hybrid UX is a smart, comfortable and efficient family runabout, it's not without its flaws

Peugeot’s largest SUV is a proper seven-seater with plenty of practicality and it looks stylish too

If you like the mad looks of this second-generation C-HR, there's very little to count against it

A family crossover by numbers. Too much of a cliche and not individual. Battery and motor tech shows promise though

The new Scenic is spacious, efficient, and good-looking. But did Renault have to pinch the name from its fondly-remembered MPV?

Lexus has high hopes for its smallest compact crossover. Smart looks, a premium interior and efficient drive offer plenty of promise

The C5 Aircross won't scratch your driver's itch, but it's a part-of-the-family kind of car, at ease with itself

Honestly? The new X2 doesn’t feel like a car BMW spent spent much time or love on

The Crosstrek is a proper old school, rufty-tufy, go anywhere small SUV that is sure to appease the Subaru faithful

Hyundai's most strident styling yet clothes a car as sensible and well appointed as you'd hope

With its good looks, well judged handling and competitive pricing, the Ateca remains a strong candidate for your shortlist