The top-spec petrol version of the Forester is appealing, but your money may arguably be better spent on a more affordable variant.

The top-spec petrol version of the Forester is appealing, but your money may arguably be better spent on a more affordable variant.

The Kia Picanto is one of the most affordable cars on the market, and this top-spec GT-Line auto looks the part.

The Kia Picanto is one of the most affordable cars on the market, and this top-spec GT-Line auto looks the part.

The Kia Picanto is one of the most affordable cars on the market, and this top-spec GT-Line auto looks the part.

The most affordable version of Ford’s Mustang Mach-E electric SUV is appealing… until you look at the competitor set.

The most affordable version of Ford’s Mustang Mach-E electric SUV is appealing… until you look at the competitor set.

The most affordable version of Ford’s Mustang Mach-E electric SUV is appealing… until you look at the competitor set.

The most affordable version of Ford’s Mustang Mach-E electric SUV is appealing… until you look at the competitor set.

At R699 900 for the top spec, there are other mid-sized SUVs that offer better value for money