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Polestar 3 insurance sits in group 50, the top band. Why it is so high, what group 50 really costs, and the levers that bring a real quote down.
BMW 5 Series: Saloon vs Touring on PCP in 2026
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Audi Q5 running costs in the UK: insurance groups from 37, real-world mpg, and the £40,000 VED supplement every Q5 pays. Petrol,…
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Audi A3 deals: the end-of-June discount window
Audi A3 deals peak at the end of June 2026: Carwow shows up to £10,436 off and the 30 June quarter-end gives you real room to push for a bigger discount.
