Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/seat/alhambra/mpv/review
In simple terms, the new SEAT Alhambra is a Volkswagen Sharan, with a back to basics interior and unique styling. The SEAT Alhambra offers all the virtues of the more expensive Volkswagen for less money - which is why our judges named it Best Large MPV in our 2011 Car of the Year awards.
Volkswagen Sharan review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/volkswagen/sharan/mpv/review
The Sharan is a seven-seat MPV which seems built to last and boasts a large cabin with flexible seating for carrying large goods or large families. Unlike a lot of MPVs it boasts car-like handling and feels light on its feet on windy backroads. The engines are brilliant, offering frugal economy and punchy performance. The let-down is the high price-tag but some people will be willing to pay for the quality on offer here.
SEAT Exeo review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/seat/exeo/saloon/review
SEAT hadn't built a large saloon car before the Exeo, and so it drew on Audi's engineering expertise to help it do so. The Exeo is essentially an old Audi A4 with a redesigned exterior, so it's not the most advanced car around, but the Exeo is exceptionally well built and SEAT's value-orientated status means it's big on equipment. The choice of engines is a little limited for a saloon, but the ones that there are, especially the diesels, are reliable performers. Running costs and prices are pleasingly low, too.
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Ford Galaxy review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/ford/galaxy/mpv/review
Ford's flagship MPV is built with one thing in mind: luxurious practicality - and it succeeds. It's massive, offering loads of space in the cabin and boot. Seven adults will fit comfortably, and both rows of rear seats fold flat into the floor. It's luxurious and surprisingly responsive to drive, too.
Volkswagen Touran review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/volkswagen/touran/mini-mpv/review
The Touran's boxy shape might not make it the most attractive of cars, but it also makes the VW one of the most practical small MPVs available. The interior is classy and well built and there's a wide choice of engines, including an efficient BlueMotion version that's very cheap to run.
The Seat Alhambra vs Ford Galaxy | drive it!
The two MPVs share a common history.The first generation of the people-carrier in 1995 was ultimately a joint production from Ford, Seat and Volkswagen. Although the collaboration ended three years later, with Ford developing the second generation of the Galaxy on its own, the basic structure of the carmakers' models remained virtually identical until 2006. The second generation of the Seat Alhambra has been on the market since 2010. Drive it! takes a closer look at the most powerful diesel versions of the two models. The Alhambra delivers 125 kW of power, the Galaxy delivers 147 kW. For more go http://www.dw.de/dw/0,,9690,00.html
Peugeot 5008 review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/peugeot/5008/mini-mpv/review
Compared to Peugeot's people carriers of old, the 5008 is an absolute revolution. The interior is well thought out and offers plenty of space and practicality, yet the 5008 is good to drive at the same time. Peugeot has improved its cabin quality markedly, and the 5008 feels very well built.
Volkswagen Touareg review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/volkswagen/touareg/sports-utility-vehicle/review
The Touareg SUV was originally launched in 2003 and then significantly updated in 2010. It majors on luxury, although it also has the capability to tackle more extreme conditions than most drivers will ever experience. The latest version is much lighter than the original, despite being bigger.
Porsche Cayenne review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/porsche/cayenne/sports-utility-vehicle/review
Porsche shook up the performance 4x4 marketplace when it introduced the big Cayenne. It shifted perceptions of how well a tall, heavy 4x4 could drive. All the engines provide ample performance, with even the entry-level V6 petrol and diesel models able to accelerate from 0-62mph in less than eight seconds.
Citroen C4 Grand Picasso review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/citroen/c4-picasso/mpv/video
The smart-looking C4 Picasso is a brilliant family car: it's big on the outside, feels bigger inside, and has plenty of stowage space. It's good looks on the outside are matched by an interior that's both well build and stylishly designed. Seats fold flat, and there is a huge boot. All versions, even basic VTR models, offer air conditioning and a host of airbags and safety aids. The two diesel engines are favourable over petrol, as they're more economical.
A massive 500-litre boot extending to 1,734 litres (with the rear seats folded) means the C4 Picasso is about equal to rivals like the Renault Scenic (437 - 1,837 litres) and the Peugeot 5008 (512 - 1,604 litres). Touches like deep door pockets, under-floor storage and seats that fold down individually with the simple tug of a lever make the Citroen a great family car. The C4 Picasso registered a top ten place for practicality in the 2010 Driver Power survey.
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Vauxhall Zafira Tourer review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/vauxhall/zafira-tourer/mpv/review
Think of the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer as a more upmarket and stylish replacement for the Zafira and a more direct competitor to the Ford S-MAX. As of its launch at the beginning of 2012 the Tourer will be sold side-by-side with the Zafira but with prices for the Tourer starting at £21,000 -- about £6,000 more than the car it effectively replaces. The engine line-up and chassis have both been updated for a more stable and involving driving experience with better performance and cheaper running costs. Our pick would be one of the 2.0-litre diesel engines -- the 163bhp unit in particular -- as we expect the petrols will be costly to run.
Watch our video review of the standard Vauxhall Zafira here: http://youtu.be/BdHMEu5FIxs
Mitsubishi ASX review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/mitsubishi/asx/sports-utility-vehicle/review
The Mitsubishi ASX is one of a growing number of SUV-inspired family cars that have been introduced to compete against conventional hatchbacks like the Volkswagen Golf. Described as a crossover, it blends together the commanding driving position of an off-roader, with fuss-free hatchback-style handling.
Volkswagen Tiguan review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/volkswagen/tiguan/sports-utility-vehicle/review
The Tiguan looks like a 4x4 and has some off-road ability, but it's made with city roads and motorways in mind. It is designed to offer the benefits enjoyed by 4x4 owners - a high, commanding driving position, cabin space, and a feeling of safety - while being relatively compact.
BMW X3 review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/bmw/x3/suv/review
The latest four-wheel drive SUV from BMW, the X3 is a very accomplished road car that sits just below the X5 in BMW's impressive line-up.
Toyota iQ review - CarBuyer
Full review: http://www.carbuyer.co.uk/reviews/toyota/iq/micro-car/review
It's not big but it is quite clever. Toyota's iQ city car is just three metres long but it can carry two adults and two small children - and is very well equipped. It's at its best around towns, where its compact size makes it easy to park.Running costs are low but if you intend to rely on the iQ as your only car, think carefully about the kind of trips you make. For example, you do have to choose between passenger space or luggage space -- you can't have both.