Five cars that will keep you toasty warm in winter

Creamy hot cocoas, chic trench coats and mulled wine are some of the best things about winter. Jumping into a frosty car on an icy winter’s morning is pretty far down the list of things to love about the coldest season of them all.  

So, if you’ve been looking to upgrade to a set of wheels that’ll keep you warmer in the most frigid of months, we've got a list of cars that you'll sure to warm up to. There’s something for everyone. No, really. Everyone!

While we're talking about winter, check out some of our top picks for winter road trips and driving tips and everything in between.

The mid-size Peugeot 3008 SUV is a great option for families wanting a well-equipped, spacious car with loads of quirk.

Priced from $50k and available in petrol, diesel, or plug-in hybrid (PHEV) – perfect for the fuel-savvy – every 3008 variant (aside from the base Allure) brings not only heating for both front seats but a driver’s massage function too.

Into your EVs? The pure-electric Tesla Model Y might be the option for you, with heating for four seats (front and outboard rear pews) as well as a heated steering wheel!

But it doesn’t end there. The Model Y SUV scores bonus points for its super-cool (or should we say warm) fireplace feature.

Located within the large 15-inch central touch-screen, the fireplace not only creates a beautiful ambience within the cabin, but it activates the vehicle’s climate control system, too, warming you up while you listen to the soothing crackles of the faux fire. Bliss.

Want a big sedan (or wagon) with big attitude? The Skoda Superb is another great choice, this time from the Volkswagen Group’s stable and filled with a heap of tech.

Heated front seats are standard across the range, but if you opt for the top-spec 206TSI Sportline (or option the Premium pack on the Superb Style), the outboard seats in the second row are also heated.

Unfortunately, a heated steering wheel isn’t available, but with a host of clever gadgets – including a built-in door umbrella, waste bin and ventilated centre console – we’ll forgive that minor omission.

The Ford Ranger Wildtrak makes for a balmy winter option for those that need a ute for work (or play). Firstly, you can pre-heat the cabin by remotely starting the engine (via the FordPass Connect app), so you can leave the warmth of your home or office and be met with a cabin that’s just as snug.

The Ranger Wildtrak also brings heated front seats along with heated (and power-folding) exterior mirrors.

Another in-demand vessel, the new LC300 will be a goer for adventurous Aussies that love the great outdoors, yet still appreciate creature comforts.

You’ll have to spend large though, because only the Sahara, Sahara ZX and GR Sport trim grades get the warm stuff as standard. That includes a heated steering wheel, as well as heated (and ventilated) seats for the front and second-row (outboard) passengers.

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