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Best Cars for Motorway Driving UK
Not all cars are designed for motorway cruising and if you’re a high-mileage driver you’ll need a lease vehicle that’s built for the task.
The top motorway cars will be comfortable and stable at high speeds, have quiet cabins with minimal road noise, and also boast excellent fuel economy.
So, what are the best motorway cars for long-distance driving in the UK? Read on to find out.
What Makes a Good Motorway Car?
There are a few things to consider when you’re looking to lease a comfortable car for motorway driving:
Best Diesel/Petrol Cars for Motorway Driving
Skoda Superb: Available as either a saloon-style hatchback or practical estate, the Skoda Superb offers great fuel economy and comfort. Range-topping models are surprisingly powerful.
BMW 5 Series: The executive class BMW 5 Series can be leased as a Saloon or 'Touring' estate and entry-level petrol models can return close to 50mpg.
Audi A6: The latest Audi A6 made noise suppression a priority and features front and rear acoustic glass to drown out road din.
Best Hybrid Cars for Motorway Driving
Citroen C5 Aircross: The Citroen C5 Aircross offers a cosseting ride quality and plug-in hybrid models can operate at motorway speeds in pure EV mode.
Volkswagen Golf: The Golf might not be the largest motorway car on this list, but the e-Hybrid plug-in hybrid is one of the most accomplished, offering an EV range in excess of 80 miles on a single charge.
Range Rover: While pricey, the Range Rover brings effortless comfort and plug-in hybrid variants can significantly lower fuel bills for motorway drivers.
Best Electric Cars for Motorway Journeys
Tesla Model 3: The latest version of this popular electric saloon boasts significant improvements to cabin soundproofing, boosting comfort on long motorway journeys.
BMW i4: The BMW i4 makes an excellent motorway companion, with a good combination of excellent wind and tyre noise suppression and a lengthy range between charges.
Polestar 2: A long-standing rival to the Tesla Model 3, the Polestar 2 is quiet and comfortable on extended motorway runs and Long Range variants really can go the distance.
Top 10 Best Motorway Cars UK
Skoda Superb Hatchback
The Superb Hatchback adheres to it's name with it's focial point being the exceptional efficiency it boasts, reliability and fantastic looks.
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£302.27 inc. VAT
3 SPECIAL OFFERS
Volkswagen Golf Hatchback
The Golf Hatchback is one of the most famous vehicles of all-time. Highly durable, and with excellent handling it's a great vehicle opportunity.
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£223.46 inc. VAT
9 SPECIAL OFFERS
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Citroen C5 Aircross Hatchback
Citroen's new trendy design language is proving hugely popular and the C5 Aircross is well equipped to continue this.
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£222.85 inc. VAT
1 SPECIAL OFFER
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Tesla Model 3 Saloon
The Tesla Model 3 is a benchmark electric saloon that offers a range of up to 466 miles between charges - as well as potent performance.
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£363.82 inc. VAT
7 SPECIAL OFFERS
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Audi A6 Avant
The A6 Avant has an extensive range of interior capabilities, efficient engines and strong comfortability over long distances.
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£454.37 inc. VAT
2 SPECIAL OFFERS
Polestar 2 Hatchback
With a range of up to 292 miles and an abundance of driver’s convenience technology, the Polestar 2 epitomises practicality and innovation.
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£330.88 inc. VAT
3 SPECIAL OFFERS
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BMW 5 Series Estate
The BMW 5 Series Estate is often considered the perfect estate car, packed with the latest technology and a comfortable ride quality.
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£538.45 inc. VAT
1 SPECIAL OFFER
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BMW i4 Gran Coupe
BMW’s luxurious i4 Gran Coupe is a sophisticated electric only car, with an abundance of power and styling to catch the eye.
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£485.21 inc. VAT
4 SPECIAL OFFERS
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Audi A6 e-tron Sportback
The Audi A6 Sportback e-tron is a fully-electric hatchback with a class-leading range between charges and sophisticated styling.
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£622.74 inc. VAT
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Land Rover Range Rover SUV
The Range Rover 4x4 is a dominant and fierce looking vehicle with fantastic interior comfort and a powerful engine.
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£1,152.73 inc. VAT
2 SPECIAL OFFERS
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