Unlike most, the Sport has genuine off-road abilities - if you leave the dubs and street tires at home.

Nevertheless, even with the standard suspension the new Jeep probably offers far more off-road ability than most consumers will use.

Buyers will also find lower towing limits and less off-road ability.

Performance similar to the BMW's without the off-road ability, but at that price something of a bargain.

Lacks true off-road ability, which matters little to most owners but might affect credibility.

We like: Great fun, good value, classless style, economy, civilised on the road, off-road ability.

Getting a bit long in the tooth, but the petrol version is inexpensive summer beach fun with surprising off-road ability when the world turns white.

The car had extreme off-road abilities - reportedly it was even able to climb staircases.

Some 40 lbs heavier, it had reduced off-road ability.

The old Explorer also had a moderately serious off-road ability.