New-car bargain gems: The Nissan X-Trail, Suzuki Swift and – controversially – Subaru WRX and Honda Civic are among the hybrids, SUVs, electric cars and hatches we’d buy

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When it comes to new cars, finding a bargain is all about value. It doesn’t have to be the cheapest, but it should offer the best balance of price, affordability, functionality, driveability, reliability, quality, and resale. And a little something extra doesn’t hurt either.

Brands mentioned: Suzuki, Honda, MG, Kia, Nissan, Renault, Subaru, BMW, Hyundai, Audi, Mercedes-Benz, Toyota, Volkswagen, Great Wall.