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Auto Express
14 hours ago
- Automotive
- Auto Express
Help! I need a premium SUV with plenty of tech for £50,000
Dear Auto Express, I'm looking for a premium mid to large-size SUV with loads of tech and 4WD for £50,000 – what do you recommend? - Des Trevelyan, Hampshire There's no shortage of premium SUVs on the UK's roads, and a £50,000 budget can go a very long way on the used car market. For this sort of cash, you can afford to be a bit picky, and our Used Car Hunter has picked out three of the very best buys that you can pick up right now, all of which are filled with up-to-date tech. Advertisement - Article continues below Naturally, with great tech comes great cabin quality, and these cars are no exception. Whether you prefer sportiness or all-out plushness, our expert SUV selections should cater to your needs. There's plenty of space inside each car for all the family, too. We've highlighted the BMW X5, Jaguar F-Pace and Mercedes GLE here, but it's a crowded market. The BMW X5 is a sporty all-rounder, offering a refined driving experience, loads of space and a smart cabin. Thankfully, an enjoyable driving experience doesn't impede this large SUV's ability to cover long distances very comfortably. Alternatively, the Jaguar F-Pace is even more engaging to drive, with sharp steering and a dynamic feel that sets it ahead of the pack. There's no shortage of space and features inside, either.. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below If comfort is higher on your priorities list than excitement, the Mercedes GLE is the SUV for you. The Merc's cabin feels a notch above the rest, and it copes very well with the worst of the nation's tarmac. Here's our expert pick for three of the best tech-filled SUVs available for £50,000, together with links to buy them through our Find a Car service … If our trio of candidates doesn't quite make the grade, you might consider the Audi Q7, Porsche Macan, Range Rover Sport or Volvo XC90. All are excellent, and each has a style of its own. For: Sporty drive, luxurious cabin, seven seats Sporty drive, luxurious cabin, seven seats Against: Limited use off-road, few engine choices, pricey Advertisement - Article continues below BMW's X5 is arguably the archetypal large German luxury SUV, plus one of the best for sporty dynamics and driver-focused ergonomics. It's also crammed with tech, and the X5's roomy cabin is undoubtedly luxurious, albeit lacking some of the opulent feel of its two rivals. New ones start from £73,430, so you'll need all your budget to net a 340bhp 2022 xDrive40d in M Sport trim with under 30,000 miles on the clock. If you prioritise excitement over fuel economy,, we also found a2022 M50i with 530bhp and around 33,000 miles. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below X5s have an edgy, angular dashboard design, and a hi-tech feel that's backed up by the iDrive 7.0 infotainment system with its large 12.3-inch central display. There's another big screen for the instrument pack, and the X5 predictably comes with excellent audio and sat-nav functions. The X5 is a supremely practical family car, too, with lots of interior storage, and a split tailgate opening onto the boxy luggage area. Three can sit abreast with ease on the rear bench, due to a low transmission tunnel, but like the GLE, the third row in the seven-seat version is best suited to kids. See our used BMW X5 deals For: Svelte style, great value, plenty of space Svelte style, great value, plenty of space Against: Rougher diesels, only five seats, road-biased Advertisement - Article continues below The fine-handling F Pace was facelifted in late 2020, when the infotainment was upgraded to a larger 11.4-inch Pivi Pro touchscreen. With £50k, it would be foolish to opt for an earlier car and not enjoy those benefits, along with the F-Pace's supple ride and club-class cabin. Brand-new examples are no longer available, but the F-Pace originally started from around £46,000. Depreciation has taken its toll, though, so you can now find t higher-spec models well within budget. Search hard enough and you could even bag a punchy 550bhp F-Pace SVR. These were over £75,000 when new, but now you can pick up a 2021 example with only 34,179 miles for under £48,500. Skip advert Advertisement - Article continues below The facelifted F-Pace's interior has a palm-shifter instead of the old rotary dial for gear selection, and of course a glamorous-looking touchscreen and swanky dash. The fixtures and fittings all combine to provide a truly upmarket ambience, and the infotainment tech performs just as it looks – beautifully. There's loads of space for occupants up front, and in spite of the svelte and swoopy rear-end styling, room for rear passengers is good, too, albeit pinched a little for the tallest by the panoramic roof option. Plus, the 650-litre boot is as roomy as the bigger X5's. Advertisement - Article continues below See our used Jaguar F-Pace deals For: Fabulous cabin, upmarket image, seven-seat option Fabulous cabin, upmarket image, seven-seat option Against: Costly to run, cramped third row Picking a 2022 GLE 400d with 330bhp of diesel power and under 17,000 miles will leave you with around £1,000 in change from a £50,000 budget. These cars should all be beautifully presented at dealers, but prices will vary due the range of options and powertrains on offer. One of the real highlights of the GLE is its cabin, and it's hard to beat in terms of design and quality at any price. Fantastic trim materials and finishes are the order of the day, and you're also blessed with Mercedes' near-peerless MBUX entertainment system. A 12.3-inch touchscreen and similarly sized driver display panel are standard, while all cars above 300 d grade come with seven seats, as well as four-zone climate control and USB ports for every passenger. While there's no such thing as a base-spec GLE, look out for the Premium Plus trim package if you want to feel truly spoiled. This adds a Burmester surround sound system and a panoramic roof. See our used Mercedes GLE deals Did you know you can sell your car with Auto Express? Get the highest bid from our network of over 5,500 dealers and we'll do the rest. Click here to try Auto Express Sell My Car now ... Find a car with the experts Hyundai reduces prices across its entire EV range Hyundai reduces prices across its entire EV range Korean brand acts swiftly to cut prices on all its electric cars, amid confusion over Government's grant scheme New Citroen C5 Aircross SUV undercuts the Volkswagen Tiguan by a huge £7k New Citroen C5 Aircross SUV undercuts the Volkswagen Tiguan by a huge £7k Citroen's revamped flagship C5 Aircross SUV is available to order now with hybrid or electric power Car Deal of the Day: Polestar 4 is a head-turning EV for a super cool price Car Deal of the Day: Polestar 4 is a head-turning EV for a super cool price The 'car with no rear window' is looking seriously cheap on lease right now. It's our Deal of the Day for July 28
Yahoo
5 days ago
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Warning issued to Aussies over 'game-changing' wheelie bin hack
Wheeling two bins to the kerb and back every bin day can be a tricky juggle, especially if you have a long driveway and little kids in tow. But one Aussie woman has recently revealed the 'game-changing' bin hack she uses to solve a common household problem faced by families across the country. In the video, the mum demonstrates how to join the red bin to the yellow bin to pull both at the same time easily. She even uses her car's tow bar to pull them back up the driveway. "Just chuck the first lid inside the second, close the second lid, yank it up so it's sitting like a little piggyback back and off you go," she said, as she uses her 4WD to maneuver the two empty bins up the driveway of her rural property. Thousands of viewers came forward to express their delight with the clever hack, with Aussies describing it as "game-changing" and "genius". However, not everyone has heaped praise on the shortcut. Leading waste management company Veolia told Yahoo News "bins are designed to be used in the 'normal' way". "That's what we recommend to keep yourself safe and the place tidy," a spokesperson said. Waste management company reveals more wheelie bin hacks The company told Yahoo that it's seen a host of hacks residents use to manoeuvre their wheelie bins over the years. "It's not uncommon for people with long driveways to hitch their bins to the towbar of their vehicles, but we have also seen bins towed by bicycles, propelled by leaf blowers, and even guided by electric skateboards," the spokesperson said. But Veolia advises Aussies' safety is the utmost priority. "Get a neighbour to help if you're struggling, check on any neighbours who need help and operate as a community. "We all love our bins, but instead of giving them a tow take the opportunity to get those steps in and walk them to the kerb ― just watch out for your shins," he said. It's understood that standard bins are designed to be lightweight and should not weigh more than 70kg when full of waste to ensure that the sidearm collection trucks can easily and safely pick them up. 🌲 Aussie state rolls out new bins to help tackle deadly issue 🚨 Warning against $6 Coles solution to common wheelie bin issue 🌱 Aussies warned against common garden mistake as more green bins rolled out Bin hack gains traction worldwide The bin hack used by the Aussie woman this week was first posted by a US social media creator last year, which has since been seen over 17 million times. While the earlier videos demonstrate the same concept, the bins in the US and Canada are quite different from Australian bins. Aussies were quick to jump on the trend and confirm it works here too. "The lid of the bin that's being towed should be pushed inside of the other, the plastic bends fine, and if it does deform a day in the sun puts it right back," one person confirmed. Do you have a story tip? Email: newsroomau@ You can also follow us on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter and YouTube.
Sky News AU
16-07-2025
- Sky News AU
'Much loved': Wynnum State High School in mourning after Year 9 student dies following 4WD accident with another teenager
A South East Queensland school community is mourning the tragic loss of a beloved Year 9 student who was struck by a vehicle driven by another teenager on Wednesday morning. Emergency services rushed to the scene on Tingal Rd and Berrima St – about 1km away from Wynnum State High School, where a 14-year-old boy was hit by a Mitsubishi Pajero about 8.20am. Queensland Police launched an investigation after the teenager was killed in the incident. A 17-year-old boy was driving the vehicle at the time with a 41-year-old woman and a 16-year-old boy inside- who were both uninjured. The Courier Mail reported the 4WD was seen with L plates inside the window, with the vehicle wedged underneath the rail bridge on Berrima Street. In a letter to parents seen by The Courier Mail, Principal Sandra Quinn shared the news ''with a heavy heart'' of the tragic passing of one of the school's male students. 'The student was a much-loved year nine male student and valued member of our Wynnum State High School community,' she said. 'I know that you will join me in offering our deepest condolences to his family, friends and loved ones during this difficult time. 'As a tight-knit school community, we share our shock and sadness at the enormity of this situation.' She further added support and guidance will be available at the school to ensure 'everybody is cared for in the wake of this tragic event.'
Free Malaysia Today
29-06-2025
- Free Malaysia Today
BMW rider dies after scraping 4WD travelling on emergency lane
Police said the motorcyclist tried to swerve to the right to avoid the 4WD which braked suddenly. PETALING JAYA : A 51-year-old motorcyclist died on Friday after crashing into a four-wheel-drive travelling on the emergency lane of the North-South Expressway (PLUS) before being run over by a trailer. Seremban police chief Hatta Che Din said the incident occurred at about 4pm at Km254.6 of the highway heading towards Seremban. He said the 4WD, driven by a 65-year-old man with a 54-year-old female passenger, was heading towards Shah Alam from Rembau. Hatta said the vehicle was on the emergency lane when it braked suddenly. The motorcyclist on a BMW bike tried to swerve to the right to avoid it, but scraped the right brake light. The rider fell onto the left lane of the highway and was run over by a trailer. He died at the scene from severe head injuries. Another motorcyclist also rear-ended the 4WD drive on the emergency lane, but he was unharmed. 'The driver of the 4WD did not not suffer any injuries,' Hatta said, adding that the case was being investigated for causing death by reckless driving.
7NEWS
24-06-2025
- Entertainment
- 7NEWS
MAFS couple Ryan Donnelly and Jacqui Burfoot in court over protective order application
A Married at First Sight bride is yet to decide if she'll fight protective orders sought by her on-screen husband, who claims to be the victim of an 'online crusade'. Ryan Donnelly and Jacqui Burfoot were paired together in the most recent season of the hit Australian reality TV series but chose to separate during an insult-laden final vows ceremony. Burfoot has already been granted an interim restraining order in Tasmania preventing Donnelly from talking about her on social media. In response, Donnelly applied for an apprehended domestic violence order against his former TV bride. His matter came before Campbelltown Local Court in southwest Sydney on Tuesday, when it was adjourned for one month to give Burfoot time to respond. Appearing at court with a bodyguard, she did not say anything to reporters about the allegations after the matter was adjourned. Her barrister, Marcia Edwards, said it would be prejudicial for her to speak. A MAFS fan who had attended court yelled at Burfoot while she was walking to her parked 4WD. Later, Donnelly's lawyer Daniel Wakim said his client still sought protection and he would talk with Burfoot's lawyers about resolving the matter. 'We're yet to see what the respondent has to put on in relation to my client's fears,' he said. Donnelly told reporters he had found it very difficult emotionally, claiming his former screen wife posted about him 'almost incessantly'. He said he had never thought his on-screen marriage would turn out this way. 'It wasn't the adventure I had planned,' he told reporters. 'I wanted to have this amazing chapter of my life and have a comfortable circle, and leave amicably and as friends.' The 37-year-old applied for a restraining order that would stop his TV wife from publishing anything about him or his friends on social media for two years. It would also bar Burfoot from assaulting, threatening, stalking, or intimidating Donnelly or damaging anything he owns. Burfoot is now engaged to her MAFS co-star Clint Rice, who proposed to her at a viewing party for the finale of the show and also accompanied her to court on Tuesday. The matter will return to court on July 29. In an emergency, call 000.
