The VAUXHALL GRANDLAND (2021-24) 5DR SUV 1.2 TURBO 130 GPF SS EU6 SE 6SPD is a family-sized, five-door compact SUV, offering a higher driving position and more useful cabin space than a typical hatchback. It sits in the UK’s popular mainstream SUV class, competing with models such as the Nissan Qashqai, Kia Sportage and Peugeot 3008. mycarcheck.com records 56 look-ups covering 49 distinct vehicles, a useful snapshot of buyer interest. In those checks, average recorded mileage was 29,000 miles and average annual use 7,000 miles; the average private-sale valuation was £15,400. The average previous-keeper figure was 0.32, suggesting many checked examples had just one keeper. The 1.2-litre turbo petrol engine and six-speed manual suit everyday commuting, school runs and weekend trips, while the SE trim provides a straightforward, comfortable specification. The Grandland’s roomy, practical approach makes it a sensible alternative to rivals, especially for families wanting an easy-to-live-with, capable SUV.