The Skoda Kodiaq SUV offers a spacious interior at an affordable price. Its name is inspired by the Alaskan Kodiak bear – a fitting match considering their burly build and durable performance. But can driving this practical vehicle be fun?

The Impreza has been part of the Subaru model range for over a quarter century. And since the first generation, a big part of its appeal has been its combination of technologies. We'll see how all-wheel drive, a boxer engine, CVT transmission and the Eyesight safety system with twin stereo cameras work together.

Bentley was a relative latecomer to SUVs when it released its Bentayga in 2016. The ultra-luxurious off-roader was powered by a W12 engine (yes, you read that right). Now, Bentley has brought the Bentayga slightly closer to the masses with a V8 engine that offers much of the same punch, sprinting to 100 km/h in 4.5 seconds.

The Hyundai i20 is already known as a good choice for a city car. But we wanted to find out if it's good enough for the long haul. After all, it can reach 100 km/h in just over 10 seconds and even reach a top speed of 190 km/h. And with just three cylinders, its gas consumption is in the lower range.

After the end of WWII, car making took off in most European countries. But Spain was a relative latecomer. Although Seat was founded in 1950, it only built licensed copies of Fiat models at first. Then, in 1984, it developed the first Ibiza. We take a look at its prototype, the S1.

Powerful and practical: Porsche Macan S -- Small but speedy: Abarth 695 Rivale – World premiere for the Skoda Scala -- Ford Kuga Vignale -- Car lovers' wonderland: The Essen Motor Show.

It's a little hot hatch with a big sound. The Abarth 695 Rivale from Fiat has a 1.4 liter engine but boasts 132 kW of power and races from 0 to 100 km/h in 6.7 seconds. Top speed: 225 km/h.

The Scala is the successor to the Skoda Rapid. The new hatchback combines good looks with practical design and advanced infotainment options. Buyers can choose between three gasoline engines and one diesel, with outputs from 71 to 112 kW.

Ford customers seem to like a little luxury. 80 percent of Kuga buyers, for example, opt for the second-most expensive trim line, the "Titanium". So how does the exclusive "Vignale" version of the Ford Kuga shape up?

If it has to do with cars, and it's fun, it can be found at the Essen Motor Show. This festival for automobile and tuning fans just had its 51st edition in early December. The 500-plus exhibitors had something for all the 360,000 visitors.