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SsangYong Korando
SsangYong is taking a gently, gently approach with its Korando. It’s not aiming for the volume sails of the likes of the Nissan Qashqai, but instead looking for those who need an SUV or crossover for a deliberate purpose such as towing. It’s a sound policy, but one that sells the Korando a little sh [...]
Chevrolet Orlando
2011 - Chevrolet is launching itself into the hotly contested mid-sized MPV market with the Orlando. It majors on simplicity and value, coming with Chevy’s five-year warranty, but the cabin is not as flexible as some rivals. While the Orlando is well priced and equipped, it’s not as good as some of the com [...]
Ford Grand C-MAX
2010 - The clue to this new Ford people carrier is in the name: Grand. It’s a stretched version of the standard C-Max, adding 140mm to the length, to fit in a third row of seats. This makes the Ford a rival, at last, for the likes of the Vauxhall Zafira and Volkswagen Touran while not treading on the toes [...]
Ford C-MAX
2011 - Ford has divided its C-Max range into two distinct models, with the standard five-seat C-Max reviewed here forming the foundations of the range. The larger Grand C-Max comes with seven seats and sliding side rear doors, but that’s not to say the five-seat model with it more traditional rear door arr [...]
Mazda 5
2.0 DISI Sport - Despite being the first and only MPV of its size to boast sliding rear doors, the four-year-old Mazda5 has slipped under most buyers’ radar. But with a new design, new engines and more, maybe this second-generation seven-seater will divert potential customers away from Ford, Renault and Vauxhall dea [...]
Hyundai ix20
1.4 CRDi Active - MPVs have experienced a downturn in fortunes in recent years, with sales declining by 34% since 2005. The small, B-MPV segment, however, has increased its share of the market from 23.3% to 29.2% over the same period, and with this in mind Hyundai joins the fray in November 2010 with its all-new ix20 [...]
SEAT Alhambra
2010 - The very similar Ford Galaxy, VW Sharan and SEAT Alhambra MPVs all appeared in the mid 1990s. Ford did its own thing in 2006 with an all-new Galaxy, and now VW and SEAT have at last responded with all-new 7-seater models. But is the new Spanish model the poor relation? [...]
Volkswagen Sharan
2010 - It’s hard to believe that Volkswagen Sharan is now pushing 15-years old, yet here we are with only the third generation of the full-size people carrier. Volkswagen’s ‘don’t fix what ain’t broken’ approach means the new Sharan is not radically altered from the previous model, but there are plenty of [...]
Vauxhall Meriva
2010 - The Vauxhall Meriva moves up a size in its latest incarnation to take on the likes of the Citroen C4 Picasso and Ford C-Max. With its increased size comes a bold move to distinctive rear-hinged back doors for the Meriva, which Vauxhall says make access and entry to the rear seats a whole lot easier. [...]
Hyundai ix35
Hyundai’s new ix35 is the Korean firm’s first crossover and is aiming to take on the compact MPV and small SUV markets at the same time. It also hopes to snatch some sales from mainstream hatches, such as the Vauxhall Astra, so the ix35 has its work cut out. [...]
Fiat Doblo
1.6 and 2.0 MultiJet Eleganza - The passenger Doblo was launched back at the turn of the century and despite its unappealing appearance, Fiat has since sold a million of the van-based models across the globe. 2010 heralds the launch of the all new Doblo, and with its refined appearance and interior, better engines and even more sp [...]
Skoda Roomster
S 1.4 TDI - The Roomster is the least known of the current model line up at Skoda even though it has been an integral part of their family for several years and in many ways it’s easy to see why. There’s no doubt that the Roomster is the ugly duckling of the range, with windows that don’t match, odd lines, and [...]
Ford Galaxy
2010 - The Galaxy gains a new turbo petrol engine and twin-clutch gearbox, while the diesel engine line-up is also revised. Upgraded trim levels bring more standard equipment, but the Galaxy’s impressive seven-seat space and comfort remain intact. With excellent economy and emissions from the diesels, the [...]
Ford S-MAX
2010 - The only people carrier to mix decent flexibility with genuine sporting flair, the Ford S-Max now comes with a revised range of fine turbodiesel engines. There’s also a new turbo petrol that uses a superb dual-clutch gearbox to underline the S-Max’s sporting appeal. It’s not as generous a seven-seat [...]
Peugeot 5008
2.0 HDi 150 Exclusive - The start of the new decade sees Peugeot with a revised corporate logo and the new 5008 on sale in the UK. As a compact MPV, this 7-seater goes head-to-head with the already established Picasso, Grand Scenic, Zafira and many, many others. Stiff competition, but it’s up for a fight. [...]
Renault Grand Espace
Initiale dCi 175 - Renault was the first carmaker to bring an MPV to European roads when it first launched the Espace in 1984. Now in its fourth generation, the trailblazing Espace has become a template for an entire segment, one that has become increasingly popular with families over the last 25 years, leading to the [...]
Peugeot 5008
Peugeot has pitched the prices of the 5008 keenly against its rivals, so it should be on compact MPV buyers’ shopping lists. It’s also likely to hold its value as well as a Citroen C4 Grand Picasso, which is above average for this class thanks to the versatility of the car and some fine diesel engin [...]
SEAT Altea
Sport 2.0 TDI CR manual - Launched back in 2004, the Altea was SEAT’s fresh take on the small family MPV. With innovative styling and a slightly sporting demeanour it was heralded as being more than ‘just a family workhorse’. The Altea has now been treated to a refreshed exterior and interior with new engine options. [...]
Volkswagen California
T5 - Volkswagen has successfully been building camper vans for over 50 years, with the iconic split-screened T1 and bay-windowed T2 from the 60s and 70s now fetching big bucks in the used market. The current-generation T5, despite not quite having the cult status of earlier campers, is still popular amon [...]
Peugeot 807
Executive HDi 170 - Born out of a joint venture between Fiat and Peugeot/Citroen this people carrier has had several manufacturer badges placed on its grille over the past few years. Currently available in both the Peugeot and Citroen line ups, the 807 and sister-people carrier C8 are large 7 seat vehicles designed to [...]
Citroen C3 Picasso
For a high-sided MPV with a relatively short wheelbase, the C3 Picasso is remarkably composed on all types of roads and in all conditions. There’s decent grip and poise, and the steering is light yet accurate enough, while town parking is a piece of gateau. [...]
Nissan Qashqai+2
1.5dCi n-tec - Like VW’s Touareg, the Qashqai is named after desert-dwelling nomadic tribe, but unlike the Saharan Touaregs, the Qashqais hail from South Western Iran. What you may not know is that the new Qashqai n-tec comes with the full Nissan Connect infotainment system and, in this case, a new 1.5dCi engine. [...]
Renault Scenic
1.5 dCi - Renault’s Megane-based Scenic compact MPV is popular in the mid-sized C segment (which includes cars such as the Focus, Astra, Golf, etc). In that part of the market, MPVs constitute 30% of sales across Europe, with the Scenic accounting for 14% of those sales. So Renault has a lot of stake with the [...]
Mazda 5
2.0d Sport Luxury - Do you have a large family but still hanker after a little bit of the ‘zoom-zoom’ philosophy? The second generation Mazda 5 Sport has athletic good looks and enough room for six (seven at a push) with perky performance and decent fuel economy, the MPV from the Japanese carmaker comes with rear elect [...]
Kia Sedona
2.9 TS Auto - Big, Bulky, and bold the largest Kia available in the UK provides large families the space to travel in comfort, with enough style, gadgets, and appeal to belie its value for money price tag. Available in three levels of trim the TS is the top specification available, with cruise control, leather up [...]
Toyota Verso
1.8 Valvematic & 2.0 D-4D T Spirit - Versos used to be an MPV derivative of existing Yaris, Corolla and Avensis models, but the new Verso is a model in its own right. However, with so many competent mid-sized MPVs already scrapping for market share – Multipla, Picasso, Scenic, Zafira etc. – has this seven-seater arrived just a little l [...]
Volkswagen California
The California is the modern incarnation of the classic VW camper. Based on the Transporter van/Caravelle MPV, it is a full factory-designed and produced vehicle (rather than a conversion) and is powered by VW's 2.5-litre TDI engine with two different power ratings, 128 and 171bhp. It's not cheap – [...]
SEAT Alhambra
2.0 Tdi Ecomotive - Named after the famous Moorish palace in Granada, Spain, the SEAT Alhambra is the third component of the Spanish marque’s Ecomotive range of greener vehicles. Although the car hasn’t changed aesthetically since the turn of the century the seven-seater can still hold its own thanks to perky performan [...]
Fiat Qubo
1.4 petrol & 1.3 MultiJet - Small MPVs are few and far between. With good headroom, easy access and a raised seating position they’re ideal for young families and senior citizens alike. Toyota’s slightly odd-looking Yaris Verso was one, but it never really caught on. Perhaps Fiat’s affordable and unusually-styled new Qubo will [...]
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