Just like car users have seen an increase in petrol prices in recent years, airlines have been hit massively by the rising cost of fuel, with the only way to combat it being to increase the cost of their flights (and even then they are struggling - British Airways reported a loss of 531 million pounds between March 2009 and March 2010).
Whereas you may once have been able to fly from the UK to any major city in Europe for a nominal fee, you should now expect an increase, on average, of between 10 and 30 percent on the price of the flight, depending on the last time you flew.
If, like many others, you've decided to ditch the idea of flying to a resort for your holiday this year and are planning driving, whether it's to a destination in the UK or to a country on the continent, these 3 cars will help to ensure that your journey is as comfortable and trouble-free as it can be.
1. Jeep Grand Cherokee - one of Jeep's most notable models, both in Europe and America, the Grand Cherokee first entered Jeep dealers after the turn of the new millennium and has everything that you could possibly need for a journey, whether it's for a few hours or several days.
Starting with a 3 litre diesel engine with automatic transmission (which returns just under 30 MPG combined), drive away from Jeep dealers in the basic model and you'll get air conditioning, cruise control, heated leather seats, front and rear parking assist technology and remote keyless entry as standard, as well as the option to have the fantastic uconnect navigation, entertainment and communication system installed.
2. Land Rover Discovery - arguably Land Rover's most recognisable and most popular model, the Discovery has been produced since 1989, when the company realised that there was a market for cars that offered luxury, space and power.
Now into its fourth generation, known simply as a Discovery 4, the latest model has been produced since 2009 and has moved away from the more rural looks of the traditional Discovery and towards that of its sister vehicle, the Range Rover.
Having a specification that is brimming with aspects to delight anyone needing a car for a lengthy journey, the Discovery has everything from the ability to have 2 extra seats in the boot space to the choice of between 3 engines, including a staggeringly powerful 5 litre Jaguar V8.
3. Nissan Qashqai - the largest of the Nissan models that are produced in the UK, the Qashqai is a compact crossover SUV that is seen as being ideal for short to medium journeys, thanks to its small but powerful 2 litre diesel engine and spacious interior, including over 400 litres worth of boot space (which is without placing items about the storage shelf level).
What's particularly attractive about the Qashqai is that it is the cheapest of the three cars mentioned on this list, as well as one of the cheapest of its size, with prices starting at less than 16,000 pounds for the standard model.
Affordable to most and suitable for carrying the entire family, the Qashqai is a fantastic vehicle for those lengthy drives up and down the motorway.
Author Resource:-
Jardine Motors Group UK operates a large portfolio of specialist franchises of the world's most prestigious marques, including Jeep dealers.
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