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Auto Express
a day ago
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: Cupra Terramar is an upmarket family SUV without a premium price tag
Upmarket look and feel Practical family SUV; frugal mild-hybrid power Just £238.85 a month – cheapest we've seen so far Ever since the Volkswagen Group hived off Cupra from its SEAT mother-brand in 2018, it has traded on an image of upmarket performance cars with a strong dose of everyday ease-of-use. Advertisement - Article continues below Since then, Cupra's model range has broadened and its latest offering is the Tavascan – a family-sized SUV with that distinctive racy image. However, our Deal of the Day goes to show that this premium appeal doesn't have to come with a premium price tag. Leasing deals on the Terramar have been slowly getting cheaper and cheaper in recent months, with this offer being the cheapest we've seen so far. Via the Auto Express Find a Car service, Leasing Options is offering the sporty SUV for just £238.85 a month right now. An initial payment of £3,216.19 is all that's needed to get the ball rolling, and it's a two-year deal with a 5,000-miles-a-year cap. But should you need more, an 8,000-miles-per-annum plan can be arranged for just an extra £22 a month. This deal only gets you the entry-level V1 trim. But, with Cupra's mission to offer a premium feel on all of its cars, you won't feel short-changed with the cheapest model. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below V1 trim gets you 18-inch alloys, LED front lights and rear lights with configurable designs, three-zone climate control, a heated and leather-wrapped steering wheel, front bucket seats, plus a 12.9-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and sat-nav. Powering this Terramar is one of Volkswagen Group's excellent 1.5-litre four-cylinder turbocharged mild-hybrid petrol engines. With 148bhp, it's a punchy unit and is paired with a slick seven-speed dual-clutch automatic gearbox, while that mild-hybrid system boosts fuel economy to over 47mpg. It's a nice car to drive, with sharp steering helping to give a sporty feel. The inside reflects Cupra's premium aspirations with a high-quality feel and plenty of copper detailing. It's a roomy SUV, too, with a 540-litre boot that can be enlarged to 630 litres when the rear seats are slid forwards. 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 Terramar leasing offers from leading providers on our Cupra Terramar page. Check out the Cupra Terramar deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts New Xiaomi YU7 2025 review: a world-beating new EV to worry the establishment New Xiaomi YU7 2025 review: a world-beating new EV to worry the establishment BMW or Mercedes would do anything to keep the new Xiaomi YU7 from sale in the UK and Europe, and this is why Electric Car Grant in detail: Which cars will get the UK EV discount? Electric Car Grant in detail: Which cars will get the UK EV discount? The government has set out its plan to help reduce the cost of affordable EVs by introducing a new £3,750 Electric Car Grant for new EVs sold under £3… Electric Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake will keep going long after rivals need to stop Electric Mercedes CLA Shooting Brake will keep going long after rivals need to stop The second of Merc's new-era EVs is here in the form of an attractive estate with a huge range
Auto Express
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: Bag our Family Car of the Year for less than a £180 a month
Easy to drive; comfortable ride Enormous 600-litre boot; well equipped Just £188.84 a month Hatchbacks really don't come much better than the Skoda Octavia. In fact, we love it so much that we recently named it our Family Car of the Year in the Auto Express New Car Awards 2025, on account of its wide model line-up, high-quality feel, spacious interior, and outstanding value for money. Advertisement - Article continues below Our Deal of the Day only serves to underline this. It's from Leasing Options, via the Auto Express Find a Car service, and sees you taking the keys to the sensible Skoda for less than £190 a month right now. It's a two-year deal that requires a £2,616.07 payment upfront. Then it's just £188.84 a month with a 5,000-miles-a-year cap, but tweaking this to 8,000 miles a year will only cost you a little over £18 extra a month. This car's SE Technology trim may be the entry-level option, but the Octavia has always traded on giving owners a lot of bang for their buck. So this model packs all the essentials, plus those extra niceties. As standard, SE Technology gets a 13-inch touchscreen with sat-nav and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity, heated front seats, a Virtual Cockpit digital display, 16-inch alloys, and a wireless charging pad with a cooling function. Plus, because it's a Skoda, there's even an umbrella in the driver's door. With this deal you get the rather excellent 1.5-litre petrol engine, here in 114bhp guise. It's a nice step up from the 1.0-litre three-cylinder engine that used to power the pre-facelift entry-level Octavia, delivering its power in smoother and more refined fashion. It works beautifully with the six-speed manual gearbox offered in this deal. The Octavia focuses on delivering a comfortable, stress-free driving experience, and it really excels. Soft suspension gives a supple ride, and light steering makes light work in town. In contrast to other hatches, the Octavia has more of a booted appearance, yet it still has a practical lift-up tailgate. At 600 litres, the Octavia's boot is the largest of any rival in its class, while back-seat passengers can stretch out thanks to plenty of leg and headroom. 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 Skoda Octavia leasing offers from leading providers on our Skoda Octavia page. Check out the Skoda Octavia deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Check out the Skoda Octavia vRS Deal of the Day or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here…
Auto Express
26-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: Renault Rafale is a stylish, plug-in coupe-SUV for under £250 a month
Stylish design and plenty of equipment 296bhp, four-wheel steering, 60-mile EV range Just £248.83 a month The Renault Rafale sits at the top of the French brand's very broad SUV line-up, and with its Audi Q5 Sportback-aping looks, you might imagine this range-topper comes with an equally high price. But it can be yours for less than £250 a month right now. Advertisement - Article continues below This bargain deal comes from Leasing Options, via the Auto Express Find a Car service, and sees you taking the keys to this stylish plug-in hybrid coupe-SUV for just £248.83 a month, after a £3,335.95 initial payment. Mileage is capped at 5,000 a year, but should you need a larger allowance 8,000 miles per annum costs £37.94 more a month. The Rafale isn't the first coupe-SUV Renault has offered in the UK, but it's certainly the best – and a very complete package. It has premium styling, a plush interior, plenty of technology, and affordable running costs thanks to its PHEV powertrain. The chisel-cut design really makes the Rafale stand out in a sea of coupe-roofed SUV rivals, while the low roofline hasn't restricted the space inside. There's plenty of room in the back seats for tall adults, and the 535-litre boot is pretty good by class standards. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below This deal gets you the powerful plug-in hybrid model. It's arguably the best version of the Rafale, and pairs a 1.2-litre petrol engine with twin electric motors to give an impressive 296bhp and four-wheel drive. The car can travel up to 65 miles on EV power alone, without using a drop of petrol, plus there's even four-wheel steering. There are only two high-spec trim levels on offer with the Rafale PHEV. This deal gets you the lower one, but Techno Esprit Alpine still gets you 20-inch diamond-cut alloys, a 9.3-inch head-up display, Alcantara-trimmed seats with French Tricolor stitching and illuminated Alpine badges. In fact, there are numerous Alpine badges dotted around the car, showing off the car's sporting intent. 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 Renault Rafale leasing offers from leading providers on our Renault Rafale hub page. Check out the Renault Rafale deal or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts BYD and Octopus Energy team up for 'all-inclusive' EV deal BYD and Octopus Energy team up for 'all-inclusive' EV deal Octopus' 'Power Pack Bundle' includes a leased BYD, a wallbox charger and charging all for less than £300 per month New Skoda Epiq baby SUV could be a Tardis on wheels New Skoda Epiq baby SUV could be a Tardis on wheels The new Skoda Epic will sit below the Elroq and Enyaq in the brand's ever-expanding SUV range and is set to offer plenty of space despite its compact … New Volvo EX60 electric SUV: latest details and confirmed reveal date New Volvo EX60 electric SUV: latest details and confirmed reveal date The upcoming, all-electric Volvo XC60 alternative is designed to 'keep learning and evolve with time'
Scotsman
10-06-2025
- Automotive
- Scotsman
Scots from these two cities could be earning big bucks from their driveways
In the last three months, there has been a 23 per cent rise in the number of people searching for 'driveways rentals'. This rise may be due to several factors, including the rising cost of private car parks and a limited number of parking spaces in busy city centres during the summer period. However, for UK residents with unused parking spaces, there's an opportunity to earn an average of £3,887 per year and in popular cities like London, driveway rentals can generate up to £4,827 annually. Sign up to our daily newsletter Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to Edinburgh News, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... To discover which areas of the country, have the best earning potential for driveway rentals, the team at Leasing Options analysed parking prices for postcodes across the UK, to reveal those which have the biggest earning potential, and its great news for those living in Southwest London (SW7) where residents can earn on average £63.00 per day. City Daily Earning Potential Yearly Earning Potential London 13.23 4827.45 Brighton 11.13 4060.63 Cardiff 10.78 3935.16 Edinburgh 10.73 3916.15 Glasgow 10.52 3839.26 Liverpool 10.44 3810.47 Leeds 10.41 3800.56 Croydon 10.38 3786.88 Manchester 9.62 3511.44 Southampton 9.29 3391.46 Londoners could earn £4827 a year renting their driveways Tell us your news London takes the crown as the most profitable city for earning potentials, with postcodes in SW7 and W8 earning on average £63 a week. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad City Postcode Median Weekday Price Median Weekend Price Daily Earning Potential % of Daily min wage South West London SW7 63.00 63.00 63.00 68.80 West London W8 59.50 63.00 61.25 66.89 South West London SW5 43.00 47.00 45.00 49.14 West London W1H 35.00 35.00 35.00 38.22 West London W1G 32.00 32.00 32.00 34.94 North West London NW8 17.00 42.00 29.50 32.21 South West London SW10 28.00 28.50 28.25 30.85 South East London SE1 28.00 28.00 28.00 30.58 West London W11 26.00 26.00 26.00 28.39 South West London SW1V 25.00 25.00 25.00 27.30 North London N17 26.50 18.00 22.25 24.30 SW7 and W8 are two of London's most prestigious and in-demand postcodes, known for their affluent residents, landmarks and prime locations. SW7 is home to iconic attractions like the Natural History Museum. Just to the west, W8 covers Kensington, an equally affluent and sought-after neighbourhood, it boasts luxury boutiques along Kensington High Street, with good proximity to Kensington Palace and Gardens. Notably, all the top ten ranking postcodes for profitability are in London, making it the most lucrative place for owning a driveway. Brighton comes in at a strong second The vibrant seaside city of Brighton came second, with tourists flocking to the city over the summer season for its famous pebbled beach, Victorian Pier, and lively bohemian charm. Homeowners with a BN1 postcode can expect to earn £11.13 a day, around £4060 over the course of a year! Annual events such as Brighton Pride and the Brighton Marathon can see an increase in prices, although overall, prices are consistent throughout the year. Cardiff ranks as third The Welsh capital of Cardiff ranks third overall, with historic landmarks such as Cardiff Castle, and modern attractions like the Wales Millennium Centre, drawing in visitors. Outside the city centre is the home of rugby, with Cardiff's home base being the Cardiff Arms Stadium, seeing many sports fans searching for parking spaces around the city. Homeowners in around CF3 can expect to earn around £10.78 a day, which comes to around £3935 a year. Edinburgh secures the fourth spot Ranking third is the Scottish city of Edinburgh, which is home to world-renowned festivals such as the Edinburgh Fringe and International Festival, attracting visitors globally. For those looking to rent out their driveway, they can expect to earn around £10.73 a day, or roughly £3916 a year. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Commenting on the data Mike Thompson Chief Executive Officer at Leasing Options "With demand for event parking soaring across the UK, it's clear that homeowners have a real opportunity to turn their unused driveways into a valuable source of extra income. Our data shows that many of the UK's largest and most popular cities are demonstrating a unique way to make money and solve local parking problems.'
Auto Express
07-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Car Deal of the Day: Classy seven-seat Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace for only £227 per month
Practical seven-seat family SUV Good amount of standard kit £227 per month with £3,083 initial payment The recently launched Tayron has taken over the role as Volkswagen's seven-seat SUV, which means the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace is now retired and available for great prices through the Auto Express Find a Car service – such as this deal we found for the comfortable family car at only £227 per month. The three-year lease term being offered by Leasing Options through Auto Express is for a well-equipped Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace in Life trim. It requires an initial outlay of £3,083, followed by monthly payments of £227, and includes a standard allowance of 5,000 miles per year. Advertisement - Article continues below Standard kit includes 18-inch alloys, LED headlights, a 10.25-inch 'Digital Cockpit' driver's display, eight-inch touchscreen with sat-nav and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, three-zone climate control, front and rear parking sensors, adaptive cruise control, traffic sign recognition and a smattering of other driver assistance features. Of course, with a car like this, space and practicality are the biggest selling points. The Tiguan Allspace offers three rows of seats, with those at the very back offering enough room for small children, and two sets of Isofix mounting points on the middle row. If you don't have that many people to ferry around, folding those rearmost seats gives you a massive 700 litres of boot space to play with. The 1.5-litre turbocharged petrol engine is smooth, quiet and produces 148bhp, which is more than capable of handling the school run or weekend shopping trips. It can also deliver solid fuel economy – over 42mpg, according to VW – and tow up to two tonnes. It's paired with a six-speed manual gearbox. 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 retailers 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 Tiguan Allspace leasing offers from leading providers on our Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace deals hub page… Check out the Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace Deal of the Day or take a look at our previous Car Deal of the Day selection here… Find a car with the experts New Kia Sportage breaks cover and it's sleeker than ever New Kia Sportage breaks cover and it's sleeker than ever Full specification and details have been announced for the UK version of Kia's big-selling mid-size SUV Car Deal of the Day: get a big Nissan Qashqai for less than a little Nissan Juke Car Deal of the Day: get a big Nissan Qashqai for less than a little Nissan Juke The Nissan Qashqai is a top choice among Brits, and it's easy to see why with offers like this. It's our Deal of the Day for 4 June Nissan Qashqai alternatives: cars you could buy instead of Nissan's big-selling SUV Nissan Qashqai alternatives: cars you could buy instead of Nissan's big-selling SUV The Nissan Qashqai has been a hit since the first generation launched in 2006, but if it's not quite your cup of tea, we've rounded up the best of the… Best cars & vans 3 Jun 2025
