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OVER the years, many car models have come and gone.

From the flash in the pan one-timers to the models made by companies that are no longer in business, there have been many styles of car that have come and gone since it was first invented and popularised. 

While many models have failed, for one reason or another, some have stood the test of time, and remain popular with drivers to this very day. 

In this article, we’ve listed some of the popular car models that are still being made and discuss how they have evolved since they were first launched. 

Range Rover

Originally launched in 1970 by British Leyland, this rugged SUV has come to epitomise offroading excellence. Jaguar Land Rover now owns the brand, which has various sub-models such as the Sport and the Evoque.

Range Rovers can be expensive to buy outright, with even second-hand models now viewed as classics and achieving a premium price as a result. A cost-effective solution is to lease a Range Rover. These Range Rover leasing deals from Vantage Leasing are worth a look at. They will give you the chance to drive one of these iconic cars without paying a hefty upfront fee. 

Ford Ka

Since 1996 the Ford Ka has been offering drivers the chance to enjoy a quality Ford driving experience in a small, comfortable package.

Initially, the car was branded as a city car, but it became a compact all-rounded over the years, with newer generations marketed not just at city dwellers, but at anyone in need of a reliable, stylish car. It has now been through multiple generations and remains popular with new and used car buyers alike. 

Mini Cooper

Popularised by the original Italian Job film, the Mini Cooper is a classic that represents the best of British driving style. A small car that offers a powerful engine, there is now a wide range of different styles on offer, including the Mini Cooper Clubman, with extra seats and a large boot.

There’s even a Mini Cooper Convertible, for drivers who want to feel the wind through their hair as they speed along in their Mini. All of these new versions of this classic car show just how enduringly popular it is and how it has grown over the years to accommodate a wide range of drivers. 

Fiat 500

A classic thanks to its chic appearance, the Fiat 500 has been driving on roads around the world, in one version or another, for more than 50 years. Today the Fiat 500 is more popular than ever, with many young drivers embracing its cute style and wide range of colour options.

The car remains an affordable choice for anyone who likes to be seen driving a stylish car that offers a quality driving experience. 

Each of these longstanding models shows that drivers are willing to be loyal to a particular brand and model if it offers them a driving experience they can rely on.  

 

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