Kia Carnival / SedonaThe powertrain is also mostly carry-over, with a 269-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 and six-speed automatic transmission sending power to the front wheels and offering relatively smooth, strong acceleration and good responsiveness. Both versions now include Sportmatic manual control.

A hydraulic power-assist steering system, multi-link rear suspension, and four-wheel disc brakes all add up to what we've noted in past model years is a pretty comfortable ride but handling that's uninspired compared to segment leaders like the Honda Odyssey.

i just tried one of Kia Models name Kia Grand Carnival The new 2.2-litre turbodiesel might be smaller in capacity than its 2.9-litre predecessor but it produces more power and torque and is smoother, quieter and more responsive. Output is 143kW and 429Nm of torque, an increase of 7kW, but more importantly an 86Nm boost in pulling power.

Add a six-speed automatic transmission, up from five, and the combination copes surprisingly well with the Carnival's beefy 2100kg plus body weight. And fuel use drops 3.7 per cent to a combined average of 8.1-litre/100km.

Brand New Mini Cooper S featuring G'ZOX Quartz 7 Body Coat. The Cooper S nets you a more powerful four-cylinder 2.0 litre turbocharged mill (part for BMW's new B48 range), has 192 hp and 280 Nm, a 0-100 km/h time of 6.7 seconds and a 233 km/h top speed.

Paired to the same Aisin six-speed automatic transmission (no manual, as to be expected), the Cooper S getting the upgraded Sports Auto version with a Launch Control function. Great fuel economy is standard across the range, with claimed figures of 5.4 litres (Cooper S) per 100 km.

The engine is the same 3.3-liter V-6 found in the Cadenza sedan and Sorento crossover, both of which weigh considerably less than the Sedona. Power is adequate with two or three passengers aboard, and the 276-horsepower V-6 runs very smoothly behind lots of layers of sound deadening.

A 6-speed automatic moves the power to the front wheels (only the Sienna offers all-wheel drive). The available electric power steering is quick and well tuned, but it's only offered on the top trim level; we haven't sampled lower-line Sedonas. Ride quality is excellent, even with the top model's 19-inch wheels, b

BMW seven seater, BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer RM 279,000. Eight-speed Steptronic automatic sending power to the front wheels. Luxury Line 220i GT features LED projector headlights.

17-inch multi-spoke alloy wheel. The GT also gets LED headlights as standard, while sitting on 205/55 R17 series rubbers all round. This MPV is powered by the familiar 2.0-litre mill that we would find in the rest of the Bimmer family. The unit produces 192 hp at 4,700 rpm and makes 280 Nm of twist from as low as 1,250 rpm, thanks in part to direct injection and twin scroll turbochargers setup found here.

Kia Carnival Power originates from a 3.3-liter V-6 additionally located in the Cadenza as well as Sorento , both which consider substantially less than the Sedona . Power is adequate with 2 or 3 guests aboard , and also the 276-hp 6 runs extremely efficiently behind great deals of layers of sound deadening .

A six-speed automated step power to the front wheels just (just the Sienna now provides four-wheel drive) .

The great quattro®. Greatness knows no limits. The all-new Audi Q7 has arrived. There's no compromising when it comes to an Audi. The Audi Q7 is no stranger to this idea.

It's a full-fledged SUV in all its glory. Elevated Performance quattro® - Permanent power to all four wheels. Introduced over 35 years ago, the legendary quattro® all-wheel drive system assists the Audi Q7 in delivering better acceleration, road-holding and safety. By sending power to the wheels with the most grip, quattro® helps maximize available traction. The asymmetric-dynamic torque distribution on the other hand delivers more agility on tight bends. But don't take our word for it. Experience it for yourself.

F45 BMW 2 Series Active Tourer The back seats are split 40:20:40, and can recline, slide fore and aft and fold flat. You fold the seats electrically via switches on either side of the boot, and you'll find yet another 12V socket on the right wall. Boot capacity with seats up/down is 468/1,510 litres, compared to the B-Class' 486/1,545.

A storage compartment hides under the 2 AT's boot floor. Finally, the drive. Normally this wouldn't be the most important of things with an MPV, but remember, this is BMW's first front-driver, and you'd want to know if it's worthy of the propeller badge, or if they've passed the point of no return. This is an all-new chassis on the UKL (Unter Klasse) platform, incorporating a newly-developed single-joint spring strut front axle and a multi-link rear axle.

The successor to the popular Navara D40, the NP300 Navara double cab pickup delivers a compelling combination of dynamic driving performance, robust endurance, bold design and advanced technology. It is the first Japanese pickup in Malaysia with multi-link rear suspension, which transforms its driving experience and ride comfort to that of an SUV - even with a full payload of one tonne.

Nissan's pickup design and heritage DNA is as distinctive as ever in the NP300 Navara.

The 2000–2006 Estima carries a four-star Used Car Safety Rating, the same as the Honda Odyssey and Kia Carnival launched slightly before it. Another alternative is the newer-generation Honda Odyssey sold from 2004, which carries a five-star rating.

Our review Estima features two airbags, for the driver and passenger, and anti-lock braking. If you need to carry more than two child seats, you may need to look elsewhere, as only the middle row seats have ISOFIX mounting points and child seat tether points.