Overview

If you’ve never heard of the Magentis, then it’s unlikely you knew about it’s predecessor, the Clarus: executive cars with lowly brand values tend to be overlooked and forgotten. Worse still, they shed value long before the new car smell has worn off. However, this Mondeo-sized saloon – which shares components with Hyundai’s Sonata – is extremely well-equipped for the money, spacious and beats many rivals on rear accommodation .

It has a refined and smooth V6 engine and quality is generally better than the old Clarus, but the primary selling point is the exceptional value for money this car represents.

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