Understated Star

If you don't believe that subtlety is overrated or that performance means being loud, then the Mercedes-AMG C43 4Matic should tick your boxes.

The C43 sedan wears the AMG badge and has all the hallmarks of the tuning arm that belongs to the brand with the three-pointed star. But otherwise, this compact four-door model is the quintessential sleeper car.

There is a 3.0-litre turbocharged V6 petrol engine under the bonnet to drive all four wheels permanently. And acceleration from zero to 100 kmh is accomplished in under five seconds, with large brake discs for massive stopping power.