Mazda6 Tourer estate: revitalising of brand creates its strongest offering yet

Price: £21,315 - £28,295

Pros: Stylish exterior design, fun and easy to drive, spacious and comfortable

Cons: Not as spacious as its predecessor, high list price compared to rivals, dull interior

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4.9/5, Car Buyer: "The Mazda uses its clever SkyActiv technology to ensure that both the car's petrol and diesel engines are economical and powerful, and all models should be relatively cheap to run, as well as quick enough for most people's needs".

4.0/ 5, Auto Express: "Despite its size, the Mazda 6 Tourer doesn’t feel big or ungainly to drive. Instead, there’s a great driving position with good all-round visibility....the ride is comfortable and body control is good, too, showing that the Mazda 6 has been engineered with a fun driving experience in mind".

4.0/ 5, What Car? : "Low fuel consumption and CO2 emissions make the Mazda 6 Tourer affordable to run as either a private or a company car. The 148bhp diesel engine is seriously strong and flexible".

4.0/ 5, Parkers: " [It] should be a consideration for many company car drivers and retail buyers alike...The 2.2 diesel engine promises strong performance as well as efficient running making it an attractive proposition in this very competitive market".

7/ 10, Top Gear: "Yes, the ride is firmer than you might be used to, noise and vibration a little more intrusive, but this is a car that reminds you it knows what it's doing at every roundabout, and there's something valuable in that".