Our dilemma is what SUV do we go for? We are contracting to one car as from early next year. My husband and I have a "must have" list which includes safe seating for four adults or two adults and three children minimum, petrol or diesel (we do mostly urban driving with some motorway/autoroute driving), manual gearbox, room for golf clubs, pushchairs and suitcases, leather seats, plus economical servicing and running costs.

We're looking at Audi, BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Lexus. Should we be looking at any other cars? We can spend up to £40,000 but would prefer £30,000 if there are good alternatives.