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2 hours ago
- Automotive
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Car Deal of the Day: Get the Range Rover look for (a lot) less with the Jaecoo 7 for £244 a month
Imposing styling Packed with standard equipment Only £243.85 a month Jaecoo is another Chinese brand new to the UK car market, and if you go by recent sales figures, it's starting to become a popular choice among Brits. Little wonder with deals like this, because, for well under £250 a month, you can get the Jaecoo 7 SUV that has Range Rover-like looks, is packed with technology, and is very affordably priced. Advertisement - Article continues below This deal, from Select Car Leasing, through the Auto Express Find a Car service, sees you taking the keys to a brand-new Jaecoo 7 for just £243.85 a month. This three-year deal requires a £3,280.20 initial payment, while mileage is capped at 5,000 miles a year. This can be tweaked to 8,000 a year for just over £8 extra a month. The Jaecoo 7 has the same underpinnings as the similarly cheap Omoda 5 – featured last week as a Deal of the Day – but parent company Chery feels the Jaecoo is a cut above. That probably explains why Jaecoo has seemingly looked to Range Rover for some styling inspiration, with the 7's rear end having more than a hint of Range Rover Evoque about it. The slim headlights, boxy dimensions, and large grille all give the car added presence, too. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below This deal gets you the entry-level (and curiously old-fashioned-sounding) Deluxe model. But, like with many Chinese new entrants, base-spec doesn't equal poverty-spec like on some rival European offerings. Deluxe brings a 13.2-inch touchscreen, 10.25-inch digital driver's display, wireless smartphone charging, a 360-degree camera system, heated front seats, ambient lighting, a full-length panoramic sunroof and more a whole heap of advanced driver-assistance systems. Powering the 7 is a 1.6-litre turbocharged petrol engine mated to a seven-speed automatic gearbox. It packs 145bhp and gets the aspirational high-rider to 62mph in a very leisurely 10.3 seconds. Fuel economy is a decent 37.7mpg claimed. The car's ride and handling are outshone by the majority of European rivals, but if styling and equipment at a cheap price are high on your list of requirements, the Jaecoo 7 could be worth a look. The Car Deal of the Day selections we make are taken from our own Auto Express Find A Car deals service, which includes the best current offers from car dealers and leasing companies around the UK. Terms and conditions apply, while prices and offers are subject to change and limited availability. If this deal expires, you can find more top Jaecoo 7 leasing offers from leading providers on our Jaecoo 7 hub page. Check out the Jaecoo 7 deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts Car Deal of the Day: Super sci-fi Kia EV6 for an exceptional £260 per month Car Deal of the Day: Super sci-fi Kia EV6 for an exceptional £260 per month Our Deal of the Day for 31 May is an extremely attractive price for this extremely capable electric family car Nissan Qashqai vs Dacia Bigster: big-selling SUV faces a brand-new threat Nissan Qashqai vs Dacia Bigster: big-selling SUV faces a brand-new threat The Bigster is Dacia's largest model yet. How does it compare with the ever-popular Nissan Qashqai? Car group tests 31 May 2025 2026 Land Rover Defender updates look subtle, but they fix one huge annoyance for owners 2026 Land Rover Defender updates look subtle, but they fix one huge annoyance for owners Land Rover has introduced new, larger white-painted steel wheels for models with big brakes, fixing one massive irritation with the previous generatio…
Auto Express
24-05-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: Ford Explorer gives you practicality, style and EV power for £228 a month
Smart interior Fun to drive £228 a month Ford is in the midst of giving some of its iconic nameplates EV power – we've had the Mustang Mach-E, the Capri and now this, the Explorer. Granted, the Explorer SUV was never a household name like the others, but we think the crossover might be the best electric car Ford currently makes – and the great news is you can get one for just £228 a month. This lease deal we found from VIP Gateway via the Auto Express Find A Car service is based over two years with a £228 monthly payment preceded by a £3,003 initial deposit. There's a 5,000-mile annual limit – although if you want to extend this to 10,000 miles, it'll cost an extra £34 a month. Advertisement - Article continues below Despite only having the smaller 52kWh battery, this Explorer is good for a useful 233 miles of range. Compared to the larger and more pricey 77kWh unit also offered with the Explorer, the 52kWh model actually features faster recharging thanks to a 145kW maximum providing a 10 to 80 per cent top-up in 25 minutes. With its 168bhp and 310Nm of torque, the base-level Ford Explorer isn't the quickest EV around, taking 8.7 seconds to get to 62mph. However, it is noticeably rear-driven and surprisingly fun in the bends – much more so than the Volkswagen ID.4 with which the Ford shares the same MEB platform. In the solid-feeling cabin, you'll find Ford has gone to great lengths to make the Explorer feel different to its Volkswagen sibling. This is most obvious with the huge portrait-oriented 14.6-inch central screen that can actually slide to reveal a 'secret' cubby hole. It might be the base Style variant, but there's a perfectly acceptable equipment list here, too, with a rear-view camera, dual-zone air-conditioning, 19-inch wheels and LED lights front and rear among the highlights. The Car Deal of the Day selections we make are taken from our own Auto Express Find A Car deals service, which includes the best current offers from car dealers and leasing companies around the UK. Terms and conditions apply, while prices and offers are subject to change and limited availability. If this deal expires, you can find more top Ford Explorer leasing offers from leading providers on our Ford Explorer hub page. Check out the Ford Explorer deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts Labour hints at major luxury car tax U-turn to boost EV sales Labour hints at major luxury car tax U-turn to boost EV sales Is pressure from retailers and car makers finally cutting through with ministers? The Nissan Micra is back! New supermini arrives with EV power and plenty of charm The Nissan Micra is back! New supermini arrives with EV power and plenty of charm The Nissan Micra makes a long-awaited return as an EV and is set to offer up to 253 miles of range BYD Dolphin Surf review BYD Dolphin Surf review The BYD Dolphin Surf is a roomy, sophisticated, and competitively priced electric city car that'll find plenty of willing buyers In-depth reviews 23 May 2025
Auto Express
20-05-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: Ooh la la… posh Peugeot E-3008 is a petit £227 a month
Sharp design 326-mile range Just £227.24 a month If you want proof of how France's Peugeot has become a desirable and daring car brand, then take a look at the undeniably stylish E-3008. Its head-turning good looks and plush interior are its standout features, but as the quality has gone up, so has the price. Luckily, however, leasing deals like today's featured offer take the pain away. The E-3008 certainly isn't the cheapest mid-size electric SUV on the market, yet Select Car Leasing is offering the posh Pug for just £227.24 a month. Advertisement - Article continues below This two-year deal requires £3,080.88 as an initial payment, while mileage is capped at 5,000 miles a year. Need more? You can nudge up the limit to 8,000 a year for an extra £26.57 a month. The deal bags you the entry-level Allure. But, as Peugeot has reinvented itself to be within touching distance of the established premium brands, Allure trim is nothing to be sniffed at. The interior is bristling with luxuries such as a 21-inch curved display, which comprises the touchscreen infotainment system and digital dials for the driver. The in-built sat-nav is 3D, and there's a third screen for the 'i-Toggles' – Peugeot-speak for configurable widgets. Under the svelte body lies a 73kWh battery giving a claimed range of 326 miles, and in our testing we've found the real-world range to be a still-rather-impressive 300 miles. Performance, meanwhile, is brisk enough thanks to a 207bhp motor, although the ride is on the firm side. The Car Deal of the Day selections we make are taken from our own Auto Express Find A Car deals service, which includes the best current offers from car dealers and leasing companies around the UK. Terms and conditions apply, while prices and offers are subject to change and limited availability. If this deal expires, you can find more top Peugeot E-3008 leasing offers from leading providers on our Peugeot E-3008 hub page. Check out the Peugeot E-3008 deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts Car Deal of the Day: Sacre bleu! The Renault 5 keeps getting cheaper Car Deal of the Day: Sacre bleu! The Renault 5 keeps getting cheaper The modern-day Super Cinq comes with a super price. It's our Deal of the Day for 14 May Kia is returning to its 'Keeping It Affordable' roots Kia is returning to its 'Keeping It Affordable' roots Mike Rutherford thinks new cars are simply too expensive, but some manufacturers are starting to do something about it Best electric cars 2025: the top 10 best EVs you can buy Best electric cars 2025: the top 10 best EVs you can buy Thinking about making the switch to an electric vehicle? Here are the EVs that should be on your shortlist, and why… Best cars & vans 14 May 2025
Auto Express
17-05-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: Volkswagen Taigo proves not all coupé-SUVs are expensive at £214 a month
Surprisingly spacious Stylish design £214 a month Until relatively recently, if you wanted a coupé-SUV your only option was to spend big on the likes of the BMW X6, Mercedes GLE Coupé or Audi Q8. The segment has grown, however, and now the likes of Volkswagen has joined in with smaller, more affordable alternatives that still give you that blend of coupé styling and an SUV driving experience. This deal we found via Select Car Leasing Volkswagen on the Auto Express Find A Car service is a real head-turner, offering VW's Taigo coupé-SUV for just £214 a month. The deal is based over a 48-month period, with a sensible initial deposit of £2,863. While that's dependent on a 5,000-mile annual mileage limit, you can bump that up to 10,000 miles for an extra £15 a month. Advertisement - Article continues below Some coupé-SUVs are quite difficult to make a case for over their SUV siblings, typically losing out on interior space while costing a boatload more. However, in the case of the Taigo, which is based on the T-Cross, you'll find a rather spacious cabin, complete with a very accommodating 440-litre boot. The 95bhp 1.0-litre TSI petrol unit might sound a bit weedy, but it feels sprightly enough around town, and the five-speed manual shift is easygoing. Plus, with extra ground clearance compared to its Polo supermini sibling, the Taigo's ride quality is pretty impressive considering its size. Despite not having any mild-hybrid assistance, the car is fairly frugal, too, with a combined 51.8mpg meaning it won't cost a fortune to run. This being the Match version of the Taigo, inside you'll find a decent equipment list with wireless smartphone charging, a rear-view camera, keyless go and tinted windows. The Car Deal of the Day selections we make are taken from our own Auto Express Find A Car deals service, which includes the best current offers from car dealers and leasing companies around the UK. Terms and conditions apply, while prices and offers are subject to change and limited availability. If this deal expires, you can find more top Volkswagen Taigo leasing offers from leading providers on our Volkswagen Taigo hub page. Check out the Volkswagen Taigo deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts Car Deal of the Day: Sacre bleu! The Renault 5 keeps getting cheaper Car Deal of the Day: Sacre bleu! The Renault 5 keeps getting cheaper The modern-day Super Cinq comes with a super price. It's our Deal of the Day for 14 May Confirmed: New VW Golf GTI will be electric – and it's a 'monster' Confirmed: New VW Golf GTI will be electric – and it's a 'monster' VW is taking the iconic hot hatchback brand into the electric era with the new Golf GTI EV already in development… Not bothered by MoT advisories? That may be about to change Not bothered by MoT advisories? That may be about to change The number of MoT failures caused by worn tyres is on the rise, and experts are calling for mandatory follow-ups on advisories
Auto Express
11-05-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: 10,000 miles per year in the upgraded Cupra Formentor for only £280 a month
Updated styling, interior and tech Well equipped and good to drive £280 per month The hugely popular Cupra Formentor received a significant series of upgrades last year, including sharper styling and a revamped interior. But if the new and improved version of the sporty SUV wasn't already attractive enough, it's currently available for just £280 a month with a very generous mileage allowance of 10,000 miles per year. Advertisement - Article continues below VIP Gateway is actually offering three-year lease deals on the Cupra Formentor from £267 per month, through the Auto Express Find A Car service. However, that price only includes an annual mileage limit of 5,000 miles per year, so for just £13 extra a month it seems a no-brainer to increase your allowance – even if you don't end up using it all. The deal also requires an initial payment of £3,616, which we think is reasonable. The facelifted Formentor features a new 'shark-nose' front end that incorporates Cupra's distinctive three-triangle headlight signature, while the rear bumper has been tweaked, to make the car look wider, and the full-width LED light bar. Of course, there's plenty of Cupra's signature copper detailing too, both inside and out. With V1 trim, the kit list includes 18-inch rims, a 12.9-inch central touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a 10.25-inch 'Digital Cockpit' driver's display, a wireless smartphone charger, LED headlights, adaptive cruise control and lane-keep assist. This particular Formentor is powered by a 148bhp 1.5-litre petrol engine that's paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox and a 48-volt mild-hybrid system. The latter provides some electric assistance to help make the start-stop system smoother, and improve efficiency by allowing the car to coast in certain situations and recuperate energy when slowing down. Cupra claims you can average up to 47.9mpg. The Car Deal of the Day selections we make are taken from our own Auto Express Find A Car deals service, which includes the best current offers from car dealers and leasing companies around the UK. Terms and conditions apply, while prices and offers are subject to change and limited availability. If this deal expires, you can find more top Cupra Formentor leasing offers from leading providers on our Cupra Formentor deals hub page… Check out the Cupra Formentor Deal of the Day or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts EV affordability alarm! Running costs are £6k higher than for petrol cars, say car clubs EV affordability alarm! Running costs are £6k higher than for petrol cars, say car clubs Running costs for car share club EVs are £6k higher than ICE equivalents according to new data All-new Hyundai Elexio: Bizarre design, huge 435-mile electric range All-new Hyundai Elexio: Bizarre design, huge 435-mile electric range The Elexio is Hyundai's latest all-electric SUV, but this one has been designed exclusively for China New BMW 1 Series and electric i1 to target younger drivers with bold design New BMW 1 Series and electric i1 to target younger drivers with bold design The BMW 1 Series is set for a shake-up, with a Neue Klasse front end and a choice of hybrid or battery electric powertrains when it arrives in showroo…
