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Description
Multi-purpose vehicle, commonly known as MPV or minivan or people carrier, is an automobile, approximately 63-71 inch tall. MPVs are taller than station wagons, Hatchbacks and Sedans. MPV cars are a perfect blend of style, practicality and quality. These cars are best to use on highways, but not meant to drive on interstate highways.
Accommodation capacity
It is a vehicle having carrying capacity of 5-7 people. Their seating arrangements usually bifurcated in three rows, though differ from car to car. Available in both diesel and petrol variants, these cars are packed with a number of safety and standard features.
Previously, these cars were known for good fuel economy and for its affordable price. However, of late, special attention has been paid towards it interior and exterior, giving them a highly attractive look.
Size of interior and comfort
Due to the fact that these vehicles are larger in size, therefore they are best to use for longer drives as in terms of legroom, seats and headroom, they are more comfortable than SUVs.
In the past few years, MPV cars have gained immense popularity in the United Kingdom, owing to the fact that choices offered by dealers with respect to multi-purpose vehicles are bewildering.
Available brands
Different brands of MPVs like Renault, Volkswagen, Ford, Toyota, Kia, Citroen, etc. are available on the market, having different specifications and price range. Regardless of brand, MPVs demand one time but quality investment.
So, before buying investing your hard earned money, check upon its features. Some of the factors necessary to look upon before buying MPVs are:
1. Carrying capacity
2. Standard features
3. Safety features
4. Price range
5. Specifications pertaining to engines and emissions, entertainment and communication and exterior and interior design and lighting
6. Brand
Pros
· MPVs are most suitable for longer journeys.
· They are highly comfortable and have good fuel economy features.
Cons
· They are quite expensive.
So, bring style, comfort and efficiency to your home by purchasing a new MPV that suits your budget and taste for style.
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Toyota Verso-S |
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5 news – 10 videos – 24 photos |
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Ford C-MAX |
Ford MPV | ||
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Ford C-MAX sales double in Europe
TheGreenCarWebsite —
28/12/2011
To say that the Ford C-MAX and Grand C-MAX have got off to an impressive start would be a massive understatement – with sales of the vehicles increasing by more than 100 per cent compared to the… Hide
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£25 to £29
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Chrysler Town & Country |
Chrysler MPV | ||
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$5,944, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country Touring – Take me Home Today
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01/08/2013
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£17 to £19
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Ford S-MAX |
Ford MPV | ||
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New Ford S-Max for Europe only
100Cute – SoCute —
11/01/2012
A new Ford S-Max is due in 2014 and, unlike the new Mondeo it’ll be based on, it will be produced for Europe only. The new Mondeo, revealed at the Detroit motor show yesterday, will be virtually… Hide
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Kia Carens |
KIA MPV | ||
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Used Kia Sedona
The green fingered photographer —
17/02/2011
Other debuts include a spacious interior is well conceived and the used kia dealers. The Sportage was launched in 2003, it was cheap and had a go at doing it, moving away from the used kia rios are… Hide
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Vauxhall Zafira |
Vauxhall MPV | ||
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Vauxhall Zafira, 2012 (12), Manual Diesel, 20,500 miles
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21/12/2014
– 1.7 CDTi Design (125bhp) 5d – Service history – 2 keys – Last service November 2014 – Taxed until end October 2015 – Diesel – Rear and Front Parking Sensors – Low miles – Minor scratches/scuffs… Hide
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£3
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Toyota Corolla Verso |
Toyota MPV | ||
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Road Test: Toyota Verso
The Independent —
12/04/2009
It’s a dual-zone dynamic lounge. And you thought it was just a car. Maybe you thought, justifiably, that the outgoing Toyota Corolla Verso compact MPV was a bit of a dullard, but this new one – no… Hide
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£56
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Ford Galaxy |
Ford MPV | ||
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Ford Galaxy Review
Servicing Stop FORD —
25/01/2012
After already reviewing the previous generation of the Galaxy we take a look at the latest one today. It is the number one choice for a large family amongst many motorists around the UK. We take a… Hide
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£5 to £17
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Mazda 5 |
Mazda MPV | ||
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Mazda Takeri To Bow At 2011 Tokyo Motor Show
AutoNewscast.com —
25/10/2011
Mazda Takeri To Bow At 2011 Tokyo Motor Show – Mazda’s next-generation midsize sedan concept to debut alongside new Mazda CX-5 SUV with full array of SKYACTIV TECHNOLOGY – HIROSHIMA, Japan – Mazda… Hide
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£8
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Ford B-MAX |
Ford MPV | ||
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Ford B-Max 1.4 Zetec driven
TopGear —
10-2012
The basics aren’t likely to get you particularly hot under the collar. The B-Max is a small MPV extrapolated from Ford’s basic B3 Fiesta platform, but pushing Focus size by being 110mm longer than… Hide
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£24 to £25
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Chrysler PT Cruiser |
Chrysler MPV | ||
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A guide to PT cruiser cars
The Experts —
04/07/2011
The Chrysler PT Cruiser cars were one of a line of retro "hot-rod" cars from the well-known American manufacturer which included the Prowler. With elements from the classic 30’s design allied to… Hide
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£4
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Citroën Grand C4 Picasso |
Citroen MPV | ||
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Our Citroën Grand C4 Picasso needed a software upgrade
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13/12/2011
On Friday morning, as I was driving the 10 miles’ route to work, our 56-reg Citroën Grand C4 Picasso, had what I can only describe as the car equivalent of a Windows Blue Screen of Death. I use that… Hide
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£1
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Mazda 5 (2010) |
Mazda MPV | ||
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£8
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Mercedes B Class |
Mercedes MPV | ||
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HUNGARY: New Mercedes B-class plant starts test production
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14/02/2012
Daimler’s new EUR800m Mercedes-Benz B-class plant in eastern Hungary reportedly has started test production and is due to start regular operation by late March. Hide
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£284
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Citroën C3 Picasso |
Citroen MPV | ||
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Review – Citroën C3 Picasso
SnafflesMummy —
09/09/2011
I traveled down to Cybermummy in style. The very generous people at Citroën sent us a Citroen C3 Picasso to drive down in. I was very pleased to have been sent this model. We are looking at swapping… Hide
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£21
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Fiat Doblo |
Fiat MPV | ||
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Carscoop —
09/02/2012
The latest generation of the Fiat Doblo van has the fairly unique (but not sole) distinction of being offered more or less unchanged by several different auto brands. These include Opel and its… Hide
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£2 to £5
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Vauxhall Agila |
Vauxhall MPV | ||
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Vauxhall Agila, 2012 (62), Manual Petrol, 16,307 miles
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13/12/2014
Speed sensitive power steering, Audible lights on warning, Multi function trip computer, Rev counter, MP3 compatible radio/single CD player, Steering wheel mounted audio controls. Vauxhall. Agila. Hide
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£3
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Seat Altea XL |
Seat MPV | ||
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Thanks, but don’t kick away my crutches!
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13/09/2010
Well, in the end we’ve gone for a SEAT Altea XL. Following our son’s advice we avoided a light colour "because they look fat" and chose dark blue. The car met all our criteria (such as adjustable… Hide
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£12
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Citroën Berlingo |
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Lease Citroën New Berlingo 1.6 HDi 75 L1 625 LX Contract Hire Commercial Van
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22/07/2009
New Berlingo 1.6 HDi 75 L1 625 LX The New Citroen Berlingo Van The Citroen Berlingo is versatile, sturdy and functional – perfect for all trades. Monthly From: £165 + VAT + Balloon Product Features:… Hide
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£2 to £15
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Mazda 5 (2009) |
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£8
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