Contributor: Peter Hayward

The Nissan Micra's distinctive looks and practical compact size make it a popular supermini in the used car market.

The Peugeot 108 is a city car that's highly popular amongst younger drivers and inner-city livers thanks to its inexpensive and easy to drive approach.

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class should undoubtedly be on your shopping list if you like comfort, style, and the luxury feel of an executive car.

Unique styling, luxurious, with excellent family-friendly practicality, the DS 7 is a small SUV like few others.

Perfect for families, the Citroën C4 is a spacious hatchback that offers a range of economical powertrains and excellent comfort.

Dependable, efficient, with superior build quality, the Volvo S90 is an executive car that will suit the needs of many.

The Alfa Romeo Giulia is a high-performance executive saloon that will undoubtedly have heads turning when on the road.

If you're a family that's in need of something practical, comfortable, and budget-friendly, the Suzuki Baleno may be right up your street.

The Audi A5 means serious business and offers everything a brilliant used executive car should.

The Alfa Romeo Stelvio is one of the best looking mid-sized SUVs on the market, and it proves to be just as accomplished as it is stylish.

Combining head-turning style with a brilliantly engaging drive, the Citroën C5 Aircross is a mid-sized SUV that stands out from the rest

The INFINITI Q70 is an excellent contender in the executive car market, boasting quirky styling and superior levels of equipment.

The Mitsubishi Shogun is a rugged SUV that offers an effortless driving experience and superb capabilities both on and off-road.

The SsangYong Korando is a unique compact crossover that offers excellent practicality and stylish looks at great value for money.

Excellent both on and off-road, the Subaru Forester is more than capable of taking on a wide range of challenges.

The Subaru Outback is a rugged and spacious SUV that can take on whatever the British weather throws at it.

Providing a range of economical engines, excellent build quality, and a comfortable ride, few cars say reliable quite like the Toyota Auris.

Popular amongst families, the Toyota Avensis is a comfortable and spacious hatchback you can rely on.

The Toyota Verso's superb build quality and spacious interior are just a couple of the many attributes that add to its family appeal.

An attractive supermini with unrivalled levels of practicality, the Toyota Yaris makes for a great contender in the used car market

The Toyota RAV4 is a practical and well-equipped mid-sized SUV with plenty of room for large families.

An executive saloon with attractive looks inside and out, the Volvo S60 offers superior reliability and plenty of safety tech.

Volvo is known for making robust, quality cars with excellent practicality, and the V70 is a fine example of this.

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One of the most popular family SUVs around, the Volvo XC60 provides first-class reliability and an effortless driving experience.

The Porsche Boxster is one of the best out and out sports cars on the market, offering pin sharp handling, thrilling performance, and excellent Porsche refinement

A game-changer for the brand, the Cayenne was the first SUV offered by Porsche, and this second-generation model was enhanced to the next level.

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Perhaps the best sports car ever created? The Porsche 911 is certainly an automotive icon, and with its unbelievable performance, it's easy to see why

A family car through and through, the Vauxhall Meriva MPV does well in the matter of comfort, reliability, and value for money.

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If you're looking for something a little different to the go-to small SUVs, then the Suzuki Vitara is definitely worth considering.

At such great value for money, the Vauxhall Antara is a solid choice within the mid-sized SUV segment, thanks to its spacious interior and good range of kit.

The Vauxhall Crossland X is sure to tick boxes for those looking for a small yet spacious SUV with plenty of desirable gadgets and safety features.

The Vauxhall Zafira MPV is virtually unmatched in its class in terms of practicality, providing up to seven seats, a spacious interior, and a fantastic range of kit.

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With its distinctive looks and great off-roading abilities, the Suzuki Jimny was born to be on an adventure.

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Leading the city car class in terms of practicality and space, the Suzuki Celerio impresses thanks to its comfortable ride and low running costs.

Easy to drive, cheap to run, and fairly practical, the Suzuki Splash ticks most boxes in the city car segment.

With its sharp design and engaging road dynamics, it comes as no surprise to learn that the Suzuki Swift is an award-winning supermini.

A great all-rounder for families, the Vauxhall Mokka X is a small SUV that provides a mix of style, value, and practicality.

Thanks to its comfortable driving experience and endless interior space, the dependable Vauxhall Grandland X is well-loved by families.

The Vauxhall Insignia is an executive car with class, offering a spacious interior and decent levels of equipment at great value for money.

Comfortable, great to drive, and with plenty of engines to choose from, the Vauxhall Astra is a functional favourite on Britain's roads.

Offering a low running costs, superb value for money, and eye-catching looks, the Vauxhall Corsa is an ideal supermini for young drivers.

The peppy Vauxhall Adam is sleek, economical, and well-equipped, making it the perfect city car for young drivers.

Very few can match the Jaguar XJ in the executive car class, thanks to its driver-focused nature, top build quality, and refined interior

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As one of the best-known modern Jaguar cars, the F-TYPE is a hit thanks to its dynamic driving experience and accomplished style.

As one of the biggest cars in the range, the RX SUV offers enhanced practicality as well as the usual Lexus traits of comfort, reliability, and refinement.

The Lexus IS is an executive car that's extremely reliable and built to the highest of standards, making it a top choice on the used market.

Super refined and built to the highest of standard, the Lexus GS is an executive car that very few can beat.

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Built for the wildest of adventures, the Jeep Wrangler has serious off-road pedigree and is as about as durable as they come.

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With serious off-road capabilities and a comfortable driving experience, the Cherokee definitely lives up to the Jeep nameplate.

With bundles of character and one of the most spacious cabins you'll find in the small SUV class, the Škoda Yeti is perfect for families that love an adventure.

As class leader in terms of practicality, the Škoda Octavia is a dream for those that require a spacious cabin and a huge boot.

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Great value for money, super practical, and well-equipped as standard, the Škoda Fabia is one of the best superminis available.

The Volkwagen Passat is an excellent executive car, that features an upmarket interior, fantastic refinement, decent economy and usual VW quality.

Practicality and quality ensure the Volkswagen Touran is ideal for those needing a textbook 7-seater.

The Volkswagen Sharan is a proven dependable, practical and well-made 7-seat MPV.

The Volkswagen Touareg is a large premium SUV with a capacious interior and large boot whilst also featuring the usual VW quality and refinement.

The Volkswagen up! is a decent entry-level city car that's superb in congested cities thanks to its easy to drive nature, and excellent build quality.

The VW Golf is the definitive textbook hatchback. With excellent refinement, practicality and performance, it's the benchmark for the hatchback class.

The Volkswagen Scirocco is a hatchback with coupé style that offers typical VW refinement and sophistication in a unique package.

The Volkswagen Tiguan is a fine family SUV that offers enhanced practicality complemented by typical Volkswagen quality.

An icon re-imagined. The Volkswagen Beetle is a quirky and stylish hatchback with textbook VW refinement.

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With plenty of space and decent off-road capabilities, there's no surprise to see the Dacia Duster as a popular choice on the used market.

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At such great value, the Dacia Sandero is a popular choice within the supermini segment thanks to low running costs and decent practicality.

Spacious inside and comfortable to drive, the Mazda CX-5 is a mid-sized SUV that's capable both off-road and in urban areas.

Efficient, comfortable, and well-equipped as standard, the Mazda3 is a great alternative choice within the highly competitive hatchback market.

One of the most iconic sports roadsters to have been brought to the UK, the Mazda MX-5 is tremendous fun and highly fashionable.

Inexpensive to run and well-equipped as standard, the Mazda6 is a brilliant alternative executive car to its more common rivals.

Offering plenty of space inside and a decent driving experience, the Mazda2 is a supermini that's suited to a variety of lifestyles.

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A British icon, the MINI Hatch has long been known for its brilliantly fun driving experience and chic aesthetics.

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Unlike many of its rivals, the Fiat Panda is a city car that offers a spacious interior and impressive levels of practicality all-round.

The Fiat Punto has proven popular with many young drivers, thanks to its affordability and nimble driving experience.

With adorable styling, nippy handling, and affordable running costs, the Fiat 500 is a city car that oozes character.

The Hyundai Santa Fe is a massively capable mid-sized SUV that offers a comfortable driving experience both on and off-road.

The Hyundai i40 makes long distance journeys an enjoyable experience, providing comfort all-round and a spacious interior fit for the whole family.

The Hyundai Tucson stands out as a frontrunner in the mid-sized SUV class, offering great practicality and a sharp design that's sure to turn heads

The Hyundai i30 is a spacious family hatchback that provides a range of efficient engines and excellent comfort all round.

The i20 is a reliable supermini that provides brilliant levels of comfort thanks to its spacious interior and smooth driving experience

The Hyundai i10 brings sharp styling and practicality to the used city car market, offering more space than its rivals at an affordable price.

The Renault Twingo is a true city car, typified by its practical compact size, fun driving experience, and adorable styling

The Honda Civic is textbook hatchback offering great practicality, reliability and technology in a well sorted package, making it a popular used car buy.

The Honda Accord is a dependable Japanese executive saloon offering great practicality and reliability in a well sorted package, making it a decent used car buy.

The Honda CR-V is a dependable mid-size SUV offering great practicality and reliability in a well sorted package, making it a decent used car buy.

The Renault Scenic is a good-looking MPV with excellent levels of practicality, making it more than capable of taking on the daily duties of a busy family.

The Renault Megane is a spacious family-friendly hatchback that offers sharp styling, fantastic levels of equipment, and excellent comfort.

Ideal for the busy life of a family, the Renault Koleos offers chic looks, a spacious interior, and a comfortable driving experience.

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In the market for a stylish supermini? The Alfa Romeo MiTo may be just the ticket thanks to its design, driving experience, and overall fun factor.

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With wonderfully attractive looks and a premium build quality, the Alfa Romeo Giulietta is perfect for those who love to stand out from the crowd.

The Renault Clio has become a household name in the UK thanks to its sharp styling, excellent economy, and engaging driving experience.

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Very few can match the 4 Series in terms of driving experience, overall quality, and desirability, making it a popular choice amongst many.

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Rugged yet refined, the Land Rover Discovery is ready for anything you have to throw at it thanks to a comfortable ride, four-wheel drive, and plenty of space.

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Ready for almost anything you have to throw at it, the Land Rover Freelander is a practical mid-sized SUV that's comfortable in the trickiest of conditions.

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As one of the most fashionable Land Rover models to date, the Range Rover Evoque is perfect for those looking to stand out from the crowd.

Sporty, well-equipped, and tremendously fun to drive, the Nissan 370Z stands out from the crowd, making it a perfect used car buy for spirited drivers.

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The Kia Picanto is popular amongst first time drivers and inner-city livers alike, thanks to its small dimensions and tameable nature.

Super reliable and well-built, the Kia Ceed is ideal for families thanks to its good all round capabilities and comfortable interior.

Highly reliable and spacious inside, the Kia Rio is a supermini that offers good all-round capabilities ideal for the life of a small family.

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Reliable, comfortable, and spacious inside, the third generation Kia Sportage will leave all of the family with a smile on their face.

With a range of super-efficient powertrains and a top level of reliability, the Kia Soul is a small SUV that's ready for everyday life.

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The Ford EcoSport is large in character despite being small in size, offering an enjoyable ride, decent off-road capabilities, and efficient powertrains.

The Peugeot 107 is a frugal city car that offers cheap running costs, making it an ideal first car.

The Peugeot Partner Tepee is a practical MPV that offers decent usability and dependability in a well sorted package, making it a popular used car buy.

As one of Ford's most popular models, the Ford Kuga is a mid-sized SUV that's good to drive, fairly practical and great value for money.

Perfect for city driving, the Nissan Pixo offers comfort, style, and an enjoyable ride, at a welcomingly affordable price.

The Peugeot 2008 is a decent entry-level crossover SUV that offers great capability with an easy to live with character, making it a popular used car buy.

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The Peugeot 5008 is a striking SUV that offers great practicality mixed with stunning state-of-the-art technology and style, making it a popular used car buy.

The Peugeot 3008 is a striking SUV that offers great practicality and technology in a well sorted package, making it a popular used car buy.

Cheap and cheerful, the Ford Ka has proven popular with many thanks to low running costs, adorable looks and a nimble driving experience.

The Nissan LEAF is a practical and eco-friendly front-runner in the used car market.

A spacious and well-equipped SUV that offers a comfortable ride, the Nissan Qashqai is ideal for families.

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As a super spacious 7-seat MPV, the Ford Galaxy makes light work of family duties whilst being surprisingly fun to drive.

The Peugeot 308 is a decent hatchback that offers great capability with an easy to live with character, making it a popular used car buy.

A great choice for families looking for a spacious SUV, the Nissan Juke is a unique all-rounder with plenty of stand-out features.

If you're looking for a comfortable family hatchback that really makes a statement, the DS 4 is an excellent used car buy.

The DS 3 oozes style with its funky design and fun driving dynamics, making it a tough competitor in the used car market.

The Mercedes-Benz SLK is a desirable sports car that can take on the challenges of everyday use, offering a versatile drive and fashionable looks inside and out.

The Mercedes S-Class is built to the highest standard, offering a variety of kit, classy looks and a refined, comfortable ride.

The Mercedes C-Class has no shortage of appeal with its top-drawer appearance and superior comfort, making it ideal for the adventurous long distance drivers.

Perfect for family life, the Ford C-Max offers a top level of practicality, good equipment as standard and a comfortable ride.

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As one of the most popular superminis available, the Ford Fiesta scores top marks across the board, making it ideal for a variety of lifestyles.

With style in abundance, the DS5 is an economical executive car with luxury design touches and impressive interior quality.

As a spacious family-friendly MPV offering a comfortable ride, the Citroën Berlingo makes for a fantastic used car buy.

With refreshingly unique looks and brilliant composure, the Citroën C3 is a practical supermini like few others.

A comfortable ride that threatens cars from the classes above and good levels of practicality, the C4 Cactus is a great used car buy.

Perfect for the busy life of a family, the Citroën C4 Picasso offers oodles of room, a comfortable ride and efficient powertrains.

The Citroën C5 is a large family car that offers a comfortable ride, efficient powertrains and good levels of practicality.

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Executive cars don't get much better than the BMW 7 Series thanks to impressive powertrains, a variety of kit and a wonderfully comfortable ride.

Combining a sports car recipe with the typical BMW build quality, the BMW Z4 is a sleek coupé/convertible that's loved by many.

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The BMW 3 Series has long been a staple for UK motorists thanks to good all-round capabilities and a top build quality.

The BMW 1 Series is a premium hatchback that offers an enjoyable driving experience and a luxurious interior, making it a popular used car buy.

The Audi A6 is a top executive car that offers a variety of efficient powertrains as well as a nice mix of practicality and refinement.

Great to drive and super practical, the Audi Q7 competes with big names in the SUV segment and makes for a fantastic all-rounder.

The Audi A3 is a family hatchback that offers a good level of practicality, various economical powertrains and a top build quality.

The Audi A4 competes well with rivals thanks to a top build quality, clever gadgets and a number of highly-efficient powertrains.

With a variety of powertrains to choose from and a super-refined cabin, the Audi A8 is ideal for those that love luxury.

The Audi Q5 is an SUV that offers a great driving experience and a practical interior, making it a popular choice for many.

With a sharp design and an excellent driving experience, the Audi TT is one of the best used coupés your money can buy.

The BMW X5 is a large SUV that offers seating for up to seven people as well as a range of efficient powertrains, making it a great used car buy.

Offering plenty of equipment and a top build quality, the Audi A1 is a hard car to match within the supermini segment.

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The Kia Sorento is a large SUV that competes with premium rivals for a less expensive price tag thanks to excellent standard equipment and a comfortable ride.

The DS 5 is a premium executive car with an eye-catching design and a variety of advanced equipment, making it a good alternative to common German rivals.

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The epitome of luxury, the Land Rover Range Rover comes with a number of advanced features and a refined ride.

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The Nissan X-Trail is a super comfortable SUV with seating for up to seven people and a range of standard equipment.

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The Land Rover Discovery Sport is hugely accomplished both on and off road, allowing for good performance and a superb drive.