Choosing the right medium-sized car for you
Medium-sized cars offer good practicality without feeling overbearing to drive, making them easy to recommend if you have a growing family.
There are plenty of medium-sized cars for you to choose from, so we've highlighted our top recommendations below to help you get started. To make life easier, we've divided the vehicles into three categories:
- Hatchbacks
- Executive
- Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs)
Hatchbacks are considered good all-rounders, and offer a blend of practicality and affordability. Executive cars tend to be more luxurious inside, and usually have more space than hatchbacks. SUVs offer the most space out of the three listed, but usually cost more to run.
Best medium-sized hatchbacks
Audi A3
In essence, the A3 is a Volkswagen Golf underneath, but it has a more upmarket interior and better overall build quality.
Ford Focus
The Focus is a good-looking car that has a quality interior design, a large boot and affordable running costs.
Vauxhall Astra
We'd recommend the Astra if you want a car that's easy to drive, well-equipped and loaded with useful safety features.
Volkswagen Golf
The Golf is a popular choice because it feels like a more expensive car than it is, yet is still affordable to run.
Best medium-sized executive cars
BMW 3 Series
The 3 Series is one of the leaders in this class because of its upmarket interior, punchy engines and engaging driving manners.
Ford Mondeo
The Mondeo doesn't have the same kerb appeal as rivals such as the BMW 3 Series, but are very well made, making them good value for money.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class
If you want something that offers a refined driving experience and an elegant interior design, then you may be a fan of the C-Class.
Vauxhall Insignia
You'll like the Insignia if you want a car that is well-equipped, spacious inside and affordable to own.
Best medium-sized SUVs
Audi Q3
Audi are renowned for quality cabins and a refined driving experience. The Q3 is much of the same story, but with a large boot.
Dacia Duster
The Duster has a spacious interior and affordable running costs, making it a great value option.
Ford Kuga
We'd recommend a Kuga if you're after a family car that offers low running costs. Plus, they come with a generous amount of equipment.
Nissan Qashqai
There's a lot to like about the Qashqai. It's easy to drive, well-equipped and has a big boot.
Our Personal Advisors are here to help you
Choosing the right car for your needs can feel like a daunting task, but it doesn't need to be.
If you haven't found the right car for you on our website, then please feel free to visit one of our CarStore Centres. A Personal Advisor will be more than happy to discuss your requirements and then make a recommendation that they think is right for you.
Alternatively, you can browse our used cars to see if there are any cars that you like the look of.
