Rating "Practicality"

The practicality rating summarises how well a model functions as a daily-use car. The main inputs are the boot volume under the VDA standard (both with the rear bench up and folded), the interior space for passengers, the presence of a tow-bar approval and the maximum braked towing weight, and flexible layout options such as a flat load floor, a pass-through or a sliding rear bench.

What we do not weigh in, because it would become judgemental: style, sense of status or brand image. Fiscal aspects and purchase price also fall outside; those are in separate sections. For very specific usage patterns, such as long-distance campers or people with a wheelchair, a general practicality score is insufficient; in that case look at the individual underlying figures.

The rating is a reference figure with methodology and reference date on the methodology page. It is not a "this car suits you" statement and not buying advice; use the constituent figures (VDA volume, towing weight, dimensions) to weigh it up yourself.