Sport utility vehicles (SUVs)

Which SUV is right for you?

Not all SUVs are the same. A compact SUV can be much more convenient in the city, while a larger SUV offers more space for a family or business needs.

Compact SUV – a good choice for city driving

If you mainly drive in the city and need a car that is easy to park and manoeuvre, it is worth considering smaller SUVs.

The Škoda Kamiq, Kia EV3 and Peugeot 2008 are compact SUVs that combine a higher driving position with dimensions suited to city driving. The Kia EV3 stands out with its fully electric powertrain, while the Peugeot 2008 is also available with hybrid and electric powertrains.

These models can be particularly suitable for individuals, couples or smaller families who do not need a large boot or seven seats on a daily basis.

Midsize SUV – for families and businesses

If you need more space but do not want a very large SUV, options such as the Toyota Corolla Cross, Volkswagen Tiguan, Kia Sportage, Škoda Kodiaq and Peugeot 3008 offer a good balance.

These models are well suited to everyday family driving, providing more passenger and boot space than smaller SUVs. An SUV of this size can also be a practical company car when the vehicle needs to be comfortable both in the city and on longer journeys.

The Toyota Corolla Cross, for example, is available as a hybrid with either front-wheel or all-wheel drive. The Volkswagen Tiguan is available with petrol, diesel, mild-hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains, as well as 4MOTION all-wheel drive.

Large SUV – when you genuinely need more space

If you need more space for passengers, luggage or work-related journeys, it is worth considering larger models.

The Volkswagen Tayron, Peugeot 5008 and Škoda Kodiaq offer more space and are well suited to larger families. The Tayron and Peugeot 5008 are also available with up to seven seats.

These models are good choices for families who often travel with children and luggage, or for businesses where a company car needs to provide enough space for both people and equipment.

Which SUV is right for a family?

When choosing a family car, size is not the only consideration. It is also important to think about how easy it is to transport children, child seats, pushchairs, sports equipment and everything else you need on a daily basis.

For smaller families, the Kamiq, Corolla Cross, EV3 or 2008 may be suitable options.

For larger families, it is worth considering the Kodiaq, Tayron or 5008, where the larger interior and boot provide greater flexibility. If you need seven seats, the Tayron and 5008 are the main options to consider.

Which SUV is right for a business?

An SUV can be a practical company car when the vehicle needs to combine a professional appearance, comfort and everyday practicality.

Models such as the Volkswagen Tiguan, Toyota RAV4, Škoda Kodiaq, Kia Sportage and Peugeot 3008 can be well suited as company cars. For businesses that need more space, the Tayron or 5008 may be a better fit.

For business use, it is also worth considering how much the vehicle will be driven and which powertrain would be the most practical. Toyota’s current SUV range, for example, has a strong focus on hybrids and plug-in hybrids, while Kia’s range includes the fully electric EV3 and EV5 in addition to Sportage hybrid models.

Hybrid, plug-in hybrid, electric or petrol?

When choosing an SUV, the powertrain has become just as important as the size of the vehicle.

A hybrid can be a practical choice if you do a lot of city driving and want the car to use electric power without having to charge it separately. Hybrid technology is an important part of Toyota’s SUV range.

A plug-in hybrid is suitable if you can charge the car regularly and want to complete some everyday journeys using electric power, while still having an internal combustion engine for longer trips. For example, the Toyota RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid has an electric driving range of up to 137 km according to WLTP.

A fully electric SUV can be particularly suitable for drivers with regular driving patterns and convenient access to charging. Our selection includes models such as the Kia EV3 and EV5 and the Toyota bZ4X.

A petrol or diesel engine can be a practical choice when journeys are long, annual mileage is high or charging options are limited. The Volkswagen Tiguan range, for example, includes both petrol and diesel engines in addition to hybrid powertrains.

Which SUVs are the most popular?

The popularity of SUVs is no coincidence. SUVs are often preferred for their higher driving position, better visibility, spacious interior and larger boot.

Our selection includes several models that are among the best-known and most widely chosen SUVs in their respective brands. Volkswagen describes the Tiguan as one of Europe’s most popular SUVs, while the Toyota RAV4 has long been one of Toyota’s best-known SUV models.

However, the most popular model is not necessarily the best choice for everyone. For example, the EV3 may be a better option for a city driver looking for an electric car, the Kodiaq or Tayron for a larger family, and the RAV4 for someone looking for a hybrid SUV.

SUV Operating Lease or Full-Service Lease?

An SUV Operating Lease is suitable if you want to use the car for a fixed period and are prepared to arrange the car-related services and costs yourself.

An SUV Full-Service Lease is suitable if you want to take much of the administration associated with using the car off your hands. Maintenance, tyres, insurance and other agreed car-related services can be bundled into one package and one monthly payment.

If you are choosing an SUV for your business, Full-Service Lease can also make fleet management easier. For private individuals, it can be a convenient way to use a new car without having to deal with selling it later or managing multiple car-related arrangements.

Which SUV should you choose?

The right SUV depends above all on how you use it.

If you mainly drive in the city: consider the Kamiq, EV3 or Peugeot 2008.
If you need a family car: Corolla Cross, Tiguan, Sportage, Kodiaq or 3008.
If you need more space: Kodiaq, Tayron or 5008.
If you want a hybrid: RAV4, Corolla Cross or Sportage.
If you want an electric car: Kia EV3, EV5 or Toyota bZ4X.
If the car also needs to work as a company car: Tiguan, RAV4, Kodiaq, Sportage, 3008 or Tayron.

SUV Operating Lease and Full-Service Lease give you the flexibility to choose the solution that best suits your driving habits and the needs of your family or business.