Expert Ratings

Best MPVs

The definitive ranking of the best and worst people carriers on sale in the UK

This is the definitive ranking of the best and worst MPVs on sale in the UK.

How can we make such a bold claim? Because this list isn’t just based on our opinion. We’ve pulled together tens of millions of key data points on every new car (as well as a growing number of near-new used cars), including more than 15,000 new car reviews from 35 of the UK’s top motoring websites. We also factor in complete safety data from Euro NCAP, reliability data and five-year running cost information.

All this adds up to the most comprehensive analysis of expert opinion and real-world data found anywhere in the motoring world.

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Current models

Volkswagen ID. Buzz

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The Volkswagen ID. Buzz is perhaps the most hotly anticipated people carrier ever, and early review scores suggest it's worth the hype.

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer

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A spacious car with a quality interior, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer is an interesting SUV alternative, though top-spec models are pricey.

Ford Tourneo Connect

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The Ford Tourneo Connect is a safe, roomy, versatile and comfortable people carrier, but its interior leaves room for improvement.

Vauxhall Combo Life Electric

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The Vauxhall Combo Life Electric is a spacious and versatile compact people carrier, but it is pricier than its Stellantis stablemates.

Volkswagen Multivan

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The Volkswagen Multivan is regarded as one of the best people carriers on the market, but it is hindered by the brand's problematic infotainment.

Volkswagen Touran

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The Volkswagen Touran is one of the most practical and functional cars on the market, but it's a dull and bland experience.

Citroën ë-Berlingo

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The Citroën ë-Berlingo is a practical electric people carrier that is peaceful to drive, but its battery range is shorter than its rivals.

Peugeot e-Rifter

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The Peugeot e-Rifter is one of the most practical all-electric family cars around, that also has one of the lowest battery ranges.

Citroën ë-SpaceTourer

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The Citroën ë-SpaceTourer is a large people carrier that offers plenty of practicality in an all-electric package, but it is not all that exciting to drive.

Volkswagen California

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The Volkswagen California is a cleverly-built camper van that is comfortable on the road and perfect for the camp site.

Mercedes-Benz EQV

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The Mercedes-Benz EQV is a luxurious people carrier praised for its battery range, but its steep pricing will alienate most private buyers.

Lexus LM

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The Lexus LM offers top-class luxury for its rear occupants, but reviewers argue that its rather noisy gearbox puts a dent in the overall driving experience.

Mercedes-Benz V-Class

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The Mercedes-Benz V-Class is one of the most luxurious and spacious people carriers on sale, but these class-leading qualities come at a hefty price.

Previous models

BMW 2 Series Active Tourer (2014 to 2021)

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An upmarket MPV praised for its practicality and cabin quality, the BMW 2 Series Active Tourer was well regarded, though expensive.

BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer (2015 to 2021)

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A compact MPV with seven seats and a premium interior, the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer was a driver's delight – albeit an expensive one.

Volkswagen Sharan (2010 to 2021)

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The Volkswagen Sharan was among the last of a dying MPV breed but remains a refined and spacious way to transport seven adults in comfort.

Citroën Berlingo (2018 to 2022)

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Now replaced by an all-electric version, the van-based Citroën Berlingo offers massive space and economical motoring, making it one of the best-value family MPVs around.

Citroën SpaceTourer (2017 to 2022)

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A versatile people carrier, the nine-seat Citroën SpaceTourer has been praised for its practicality but criticised for its dull interior.

Peugeot Rifter (2018 to 2022)

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The Peugeot Rifter was praised for its versatility and practicality, although its van origins remained evident in terms of refinement.

Citroën Grand C4 SpaceTourer (2013 to 2022)

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The Citroën Grand C4 SpaceTourer is a seven-seat MPV survivor, but a stylish, versatile one with lots of equipment – it’s worth checking out.

Vauxhall Zafira Tourer (2011 to 2018)

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No longer on sale, the Vauxhall Zafira Tourer is one of the best all-rounders in the people carrier class, though its now showing its age.

Ford S-Max (2015 to 2024)

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The second-generation Ford S-Max was solid to drive, but ownership costs were high and it struggled to match the practicality of newer van-based MPVs.