There isn’t much that the hybrid Actyon’s boot can’t swallow, either. It provides exactly the same amount of space as its predecessor – 668 litres with the seats up and 1,568 litres with them folded – which is significantly more than you’ll find in a Tucson or Sportage.
On the whole, the introduction of this new hybrid system hasn’t compromised the things we liked about the Actyon previously, and removes a huge negative for potential customers – that of fuel economy. During our drive, we saw around 44mpg, which is a huge improvement over the sub-30mpg we’ve averaged in previous examples, and equivalent to what we’ve achieved in hybrid versions of the Hyundai and Kia.
However, while it is nice that the Actyon comes loaded with kit for the money, there isn’t a cheaper trim level to compete with the entry-level versions of its hybrid rivals. Its infotainment system still isn’t the slickest around, and it could do with a bit more polish to the driving experience.
Still, if you’re taken with the looks and want the maximum amount of space for your money, plus a high level of specification and a long five-year/100,000-mile warranty, the latest Actyon Hybrid is more worthy of its place on your shopping list than ever before.
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Model:KGM Actyon HybridPrice:£38,995Powertrain:1.5-litre four-cylinder petrol hybridTransmission:Single-speed automatic, front-wheel drivePower/torque:201bhp/300Nm0-62/top speed:9.0 seconds/109mphEconomy/CO2:46.4mpg/138g/kmSize (L/W/H):4,740/1,910/1,680mmOn sale:Now
