The mash-up of coupe-inspired styling and SUV stance is a popular format in the premium sector, with the likes of the BMW X4, Audi Q5 Sportback and Mercedes GLC Coupe all putting a sleeker spin on their boxier, more conventional relatives. Renault is now doing the same for compact crossovers, the new Arkana sharing its basis with the popular Captur to combine a chunky, high-riding stance with a sportier roofline.The tall seating position gives great visibility of the road ahead in congested areas, and there is a good level of standard safety kit for all cars, including active emergency braking, traffic-sign recognition, lane-departure warning and lane-keep assistance systems. Step up to the mid S Edition version, and you get everything you need, including an auto hold brake function, blind-spot warning light, active cruise control and rear cross-traffic alert. The latter is a must these days for reversing out of drives onto busy roads or in busy supermarket car parks. White, £21,100