Hyundai IX35

Price: From R249 900

It’s incredible how the Korean motor industry has lifted its game – and the stylish ix35 is testament to this. Ten years ago, the vehicles from this country were good value for money, but they were not status symbols. Nothing could be further from the truth with the ix35; it’s a desirable vehicle that looks good both inside and out, features very good build quality and has a sensational guarantee (five-years/150 000 km). We like the fact that it comes with a host of standard features – including steering wheel-mounted audio remote controls and a reversing camera.