As with all Model Ys, it has a massive interior, which offers a van-like boot and plenty of space for passengers. It’s light and airy too, with minimal switches and enough technology to keep gadget fans happy. Oddly, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are not available, but Tesla’s operating system is so good you don’t really miss them. The 319-mile range on the Performance version isn’t as long as you get in the less sporty models with smaller wheels, but the trade-off is acceleration figures that are better than most supercars.
Volkswagen Touareg – £610 per month
- Model: Touareg 3.0 V6 TDI 4Motion 286 Black Edition
- List price: £72,875
- Powertrain: 3.0-litre 6-cylinder diesel, AWD
- Power: 286bhp
- 0-62mph: 6.4 seconds
Some drivers will be resisting the move to electric and hybrid cars, perhaps because they cover big mileages and can’t access charging, or need to tow a caravan or horsebox. Luckily for them there’s still a decent selection of big turbo-diesel 4x4s available that are perfect for lugging loads, including this Volkswagen Touareg. It has a massive 3,500kg braked towing capacity and an 810-litre boot.
The VW flagship might not be the obvious choice in this market sector, but the lease cost of £609.59 is at least £300 a month less than an equivalent Land Rover Discovery. That price is for a Black Edition, which has some desirable equipment and dechromed exterior styling. It is powered by a 3.0-litre V6 TDI engine, linked to an automatic gearbox and a 4Motion all-wheel drive system.
See our Volkswagen Touareg deals
See our new Volkswagen Touareg discounts
Buy a car with Auto Express. Our nationwide dealer network has some fantastic cars on offer right now with new, used and leasing deals to choose from…
