Going for bold

Perhaps the most eye-catching addition to the compact-crossover fold in recent years, and it has the substance to back up that style

Crisp design and minimalist interior could make this a winner among the fashion conscious

Opels have long held a special place in the hearts of the CAR team thanks to their solid build and no-nonsense approach to whatever segment their wares have occupied. That said, in an automotive sphere where the pure virtues of such attributes are often outshone by bold aesthetics and the need for extra entertainment value – be it in the guise of new technologies or driver engagement – the brand has been sitting in the doldrums for the past couple of years.