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Few estates have looks as mean as the 300C Touring. With its menacing styling, big chrome grille and flared wheel arches, it's as American as large estates get and a realistic alternative to the likes of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, BMW 5-Series and Saab 9-5. But it's not all about looks. This is one estate that's exceptionally well equipped, very comfortable, practical and competitively priced - in fact it undercuts its rivals by a minimum of several thousand pounds. Best engine is the 3.0 CRD diesel, which is quick and economical, although, if you can afford the fuel bills, there is the option of an all-American 5.7-litre V8.