2012 (12) Audi A4

Although striking looking, there is certainly more to the Audi A4 than its smart looks. It is a surprisingly practical car, with easily foldable rear seats a standard feature on all A4's, unlike some of its rivals. There is ample room for drivers and passengers alike and it's easy to get comfortable in the swish, sporty seating. Higher spec models come with iPod connectivity and satellite navigation, controlled by a neat central binnacle. It is quiet and refined at speed and comfortable over long distances, making it a great motorway cruiser. It is also good around town, with tawt and nimble steering and a nicely weighted gear change that makes for easy manoeuvrability. Price wise, the A4 was sell expensive than its rivals when new but now holds its value surprisingly well.