The Hyundai Tucson 1.7 CRDi Blue Drive SE Nav is a family SUV that understands exactly what British motorists need – space, efficiency and honest quality, all wrapped in a sharp, contemporary design. Under the bonnet, the 1.7-litre CRDi diesel produces a modest but willing 116PS, delivering smooth, fuss-free progress and impressive fuel economy. It’s an engine that suits the Tucson’s relaxed character perfectly, pulling cleanly through the six-speed manual gearbox and settling into an easy motorway cruise with refinement that belies its practicality. The Blue Drive technology, complete with stop/start, ensures running costs remain satisfyingly low. On the road, the Tucson feels planted and reassuring. The steering is light yet accurate, the ride composed over Britain’s less-than-perfect tarmac, and visibility is excellent – making it as comfortable navigating tight urban streets as it is sweeping A-roads. Step inside and the SE Nav trim earns its badge. The cabin is solidly built, intuitively laid out and impressively spacious, with generous rear legroom and a sizeable boot that will swallow pushchairs, golf bags or the weekly shop without complaint. The integrated touchscreen navigation system is crisp and simple to use, while standard equipment levels are strong across the board. Smartly styled, sensibly engineered and refreshingly dependable, the Tucson 1.7 CRDi SE Nav is proof that a practical SUV needn’t be dull. It’s a thoroughly likeable all-rounder that delivers exactly what it promises – and does so with quiet confidence.