I would have swopped my Hyundai Tucson for the Kia Sportage HEV or PHEV but run into some problems where Motability said they were happy for me to have one from the docks however Kia wouldn’t let me!
The Tucson & Sportage are technically the same car with differnt coats. I’d prefer the twin screen layout in the Sportage and overhall think the the Kia’s interior “looks” more up market.
The Nissan Qashqai was on my list @Mike700 is getting 50+mpg. Sadly the Tekna doesn’t get full leather(ish) seats (only the outers) Like you I need a leather type seat so discounted it on this. The Tekna+ has full leather but not on the scheme.
The Nissan X-Trail was one I wanted before the QQ but, for similar reasons the N Connecta doesn’t get leather seats and Ive waited since last February for Tekna to join, which get fake leather seats.
The Mazda CX-60 I really liked but, wasn’t suitable as explained previous. Iwould have been happy with the Exclusive with comfort pack or the Homura which gains a nice Bose sound system. All 3 grades get leather seats and are pretty much base cars that you add packs. The Takumi adds cream leather over the others but is similar in base spec to the Homura. Something to bear in mind when looking.
I’m not a huge fan of Volvo since having a C40 years ago. I also think the interiors look dated. The XC40 would be too small for us anyway and the B3P doesn’t get great mpg 38-42mpg.
One that does interest me is the outgoing Skoda Kodiaq 2.0l but an average of 35mpg I’ll give it a miss unless the diesel joins to clear stock.
The Kuga Vignalle PHEV, currently has from memory £1300 off the AP, see @BigDaves offer thread. Its the outgoing model, whether the offer will carry on next quarter I don’t know. Something for you to consider.
What else is there! You have covered all those with an ICE/hybrid engine worth looking at and those on my list. Others include Vauxhall Grandland, New Peugeot 3008/E3008, Renault Austral etc.
I’m still unsure on going full electric – the Q4 Etron would make the list, The i4 is nice but, too low and the BYD Seal should it join will be worth a look, though I expect it would be too low for us. Kia EV6 if the GT Line S joins will look at.
If I went electric I would want AWD.