There’s a silent war going on in the Euro family saloon market, most recently between the all-new VW Passat and new for the continent Ford Mondeo. The Passat usually slips ahead thanks to its better interior and extra tech, although the Ford is better to drive, looks better and is comparable in every other imaginable way.
Check out this comparative review of the two cars, courtesy of TelegraphCars. They are tested side by side for various categories deemed important by the reviewer, like practicality, dashboard layout, what they’re like to drive and ownership costs.
It’s a more sensible kind of review, although it’s one addressed more at the non-enthusiast family man or woman looking to buy a new three-box car.
These are some of the best choices on the market right now, without having to plump for a premium badge.