Vauxhall has today released the first images of the new Grandland X SUV.

With a sporty design and off-road looks, the Grandland X has seating for five people, generous luggage space, good all-round visibility and a raft of safety technologies.

At 4.48m long, it will be the largest SUV in Vauxhall’s range - 20cm longer than the Mokka.

The Grandland X offers safety features including Adaptive Cruise Control with pedestrian detection and Automatic Emergency Braking, Driver Drowsiness Alert, and Advanced Park Assist are just some highlights.

Comfort features include AGR-certified premium ergonomic front seats, heated steering wheel, heated front and rear seats and smart tailgate.

Most vehicles in the range include Intellilink and Vauxhall OnStar, which now includes new services such as hotel booking and parking space search. Smartphones can easily be integrated to the infotainment system and charged wirelessly via inductive charging on handsets with this function.

Functions such as cornering light, high beam assist and auto levelling guarantee optimal illumination of the road ahead.

Based on Peugeot's 3008 model, the Grandland X inherits optional electronic Grip Control ensures traction in diverse driving situations.

Its long wheelbase of 2,675mm means the compact class SUV has plenty of space for up to five people, while the luggage compartment (with a load volume from 514 litres to a maximum of 1,652 litres) offers generous room for luggage and sport equipment.