Vauxhall Grandland review

Prices start at £31,095 for the entry-level Griffin model, then it’s £36,055 for the Design trim where you unlock the option of the plug-in hybrid (for the same money as the mild hybrid). After that it's the sportier looking GS at £38,005 or £38,940 for the top-spec Ultimate. 

The Electric version of the Grandland costs more or less the same depending on spec, which is commendable given that most battery powered cars are notably more expensive than their petrol equivalents. The Vauxhall's big rivals – like the Peugeot 3008 and Kia Sportage – open the bidding at around £35k.

If you’re looking at getting one on finance, then the mid-range GS car will cost £477 a month based on three years/30,000 miles and a 10 per cent deposit.

What’s the kit list like?

Entry-level Griffin models get free metallic paint options, 19-inch alloys, the 10in digital instrument panel, LED lights front and rear, keyless go, 10in touchscreen infotainment with wireless Apple/Android connectivity (but not wireless charging, strangely enough), a heated steering wheel and front seats, front and rear parking sensors, a rear-view camera, dual zone aircon, electric mirrors and adaptive cruise control. Not what you'd call 'bargain bin'.

GS adds fancier alloys, a light-up grille and matrix LED headlights, glossy black exterior styling touches, ambient lighting, larger 16in touchscreen with satnav and wireless phone charging.

Go for the top-spec Ultimate car and you’ll get a heated windscreen, electric tailgate, head-up display, fancier audio system and 360-degree parking cameras plus Vauxhall’s techier adaptive cruise control setup.

Where would you spend your money?

On a Grandland? Well if we had to... the entry model does come well equipped, but if you want the plug-in hybrid with its extra grunt and cheap commuting, we'd go for that by stepping up to the Design trim.