The 10 cars with the most user-friendly interiors, according to their owners
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Having controls and switches that are easy to use can make a big difference to the everyday driving experience. Here are the 10 cars owners rate as having the most user-friendly interiors.
Having controls and switches that are easy to use can make a big difference to the everyday driving experience. Here are the 10 cars owners rate as having the most user-friendly interiors.
You spend a lot of time sitting in your car, so it’s important that its interior has intuitive controls and switches that are easy to use, helping to reduce distraction and making everyday driving much easier.
But which cars have the most user-friendly interiors? Here are the top 10, based on feedback from more than 100,000 UK motorists in the latest Driver Power survey.
- BMW 2 Series
- Nissan Juke
- BMW 1 Series
- BMW 3 Series
- Hyundai i10
- Vauxhall Grandland
- Vauxhall Corsa
- Vauxhall Mokka
- Vauxhall Frontera
- Mazda CX-30
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1. BMW 2 Series
Taking the top spot for its user-friendly controls and intuitive interior is the BMW 2 Series. Its responsive infotainment system, clearly laid-out menus and well-organised steering-wheel controls make it easy to access key functions, from cruise control and media to volume, voice activation and phone controls.
Owners echo this positive impression, with one describing the 2 Series as “very smooth, comfortable and user friendly.” Another praised its “very comfortable, versatile interior”, as well as its “smooth and powerful” performance and “excellent technology.”
2. Nissan Juke
Claiming second place is the Nissan Juke. Its interior is easy to use, with a straightforward layout and controls that are simple to operate. We find the infotainment system feels outdated compared with newer alternatives, though.
Owners also praise the Juke’s comfort and useful features. One said, “It’s a lovely car to drive, and the added benefit of having heated seats, windscreen & steering wheel were a real bonus.” Another commented, “It’s great value for money with loads of added extras. I love the colour and styling and it’s really nippy.” A further owner added, “Very easy and comfortable to drive. Good boot space.”
3. BMW 1 Series
Rounding out the podium is the BMW 1 Series. Its infotainment display is responsive and generally easy to use, but we do think that its touchscreen climate controls can be fiddly to operate while driving, and the lack of a rotary controller makes navigating the system less intuitive.
That said, owners love the car for its user-friendly interior. One said it’s “roomy, well designed and equipped”, with positive comments on its looks, road holding, sat nav, comfortable drive, infotainment and good fuel economy.
4. BMW 3 Series
It may not have made it into the top three, but owners also praise the user-friendly interior of the BMW 3 Series. It has a modern, comfortable and tech-focused interior, with a logical layout and large touchscreen. However, the move from physical buttons to touchscreen controls makes some functions, such as the air conditioning, less user-friendly.
Drivers still appreciate what the 3 Series has to offer. As one respondent said: “I like the size, the comfort, the gadgets, it can self park, the safety features, the colour, smooth ride, the big screen of tech.”
5. Hyundai i10
Also making the top five is this cracking city car with cute looks. The Hyundai i10 is one of the few modern cars that still has physical climate controls, shortcut buttons and easy-to-use switchgear. These all make the cabin straightforward and intuitive.
Owners who took part in the Driver Power survey agreed with this. One described it as “cheap to run, very functional and nicely stylish for a city car,” while another said it’s “very comfortable with lots of safety additions.” A further owner highlighted that “I like that it is compact, economical to run and maintain.”
6. Vauxhall Grandland
Next up is the Vauxhall Grandland. We think this SUV has a well thought-out and practical interior, with a good mix of touchscreen technology and physical controls. The climate-control buttons make it easy to adjust the heating and air conditioning without having to navigate through the touchscreen, while the large sat-nav screen gives you easy access to other functions.
Owners also praised the range of technology and features. One survey respondent said, “I love the gadgets it has and the driving experience,” while another highlighted the “big sat nav screen”, touchscreen functions and heated seats.
7. Vauxhall Corsa
We have another Vauxhall in our midst, this time in the shape of a smaller hatchback. The Corsa has a straightforward, user-friendly interior, with physical controls for key functions such as the climate system, making them easy to operate while driving.
The Corsa’s controls and switches were also well regarded by owners in the Driver Power survey, with respondents praising it for being “small, nimble and efficient”, as well as its “variety of controls & functions”.
8. Vauxhall Mokka
We’re not done with the Vauxhalls just yet as the Mokka has also been praised for its user-friendly controls and switches, with this stylish SUV pairing modern design with easy-to-use controls. While its infotainment system can be a little slow and less intuitive than some alternatives, physical controls for the heating and air conditioning make everyday adjustments easier and safer.
Owners appreciate this balance of style and usability. One even said: “I like the fact that the heating/air-con controls are not all controlled through the touch screen – much safer with knobs and dials.”
9. Vauxhall Frontera
This is the final Vauxhall on this list, and another to make the top 10. The Frontera keeps things incredibly simple inside, with a well-organised dashboard and controls that are easy to understand and use. The physical heater controls are particularly handy, meaning you don’t have to rely on the touchscreen for everyday adjustments.
Owners seem to appreciate how user-friendly the Frontera is, too. One owner praised its “well laid out dashboard and easy to use heater controls,” while another said it was “easy and fun to drive, and responsive” and also liked the “overall styling” and “front seat comfort.”
10. Mazda CX-30
Last up is a small SUV that’s got a high-quality, upmarket interior with intuitive controls. The Mazda CX-30 has physical climate controls and a rotary infotainment controller, making everyday functions easy to use.
As well as its comfort and responsive handling, respondents in the Driver Power survey appreciate the use of physical buttons rather than relying solely on a touchscreen. One even explicitly said they loved it because it “has buttons rather than using a touchscreen for everything”.
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