If don’t like SUVs or don’t like to be seen driving one, jacked-up estate models are at least as good, since they’re as practical and offer superior handling characteristics.
Sure, SUV fans will say that a raised estate is not as good off-road, but how many SUV drivers do take their vehicles on rough terrain? Having sorted this dilemma, the market offers a lot of choices for European customers, and the Opel/Vauxhall Insignia Country Tourer is one of the newest.
CarBuyer drove a UK-spec model and came to mostly positive conclusions: it’s spacious and practical, comfortable to drive and well-equipped. However, its boot is smaller than what competitors like the VW Passat Alltrack and Skoda Superb Outdoor have to offer.
Furthermore, Mat Watson recommends buyers to get the 4×4 system only if they need it, because it affects fuel economy. Scroll down to see what else he had to say about the Insignia Country Tourer.