MPV / People Carrier car reviews

If you need to fit lots of people in your car, have a lot of luggage to transport, and like a high driving position, then a people carrier is the car for you. 

People carriers, also known as MPVs, are ideal if you need a lot of space, and have up to six passengers. Luckily, if you’re looking for a new people carrier to buy, we have loads of MPV reviews. 

Our expert advice will help you choose the right people carrier for you and your family. 

Read our people carrier reviews, including full performance figures, running costs, practicality, safety and handling statistics and options data. Browse photo galleries and research into potential problems using thousands of owners’ reviews.

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MPV / People Carrier car reviews

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  • Citroën e-Berlingo MPV (2021 onwards) Review

    Practical, but range could be better

    Parkers rating: 3.7 out of 5 3.7
    New price: £31,135 - £33,650

    PROS

    • Gigantic boot
    • Spacious for passengers
    • Relaxing to drive

    CONS

    • Relatively short range
    • Electric power pushes up price
    • Image will be a problem for many
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  • Volkswagen Caddy MPV (2021 onwards) Review

    Compact VW people carrier offers stacks of choice and versatility

    Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5
    New price: £28,345 - £37,797

    PROS

    • Very practical yet car-like inside
    • Choice of petrol or diesel engine
    • Short- and long-wheelbase available

    CONS

    • Looks like a van
    • Noisy inside compared with a car
    • Problematic infotainment
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  • Volkswagen Caddy California (2021 onwards) Review

    VW’s third California campervan is compact, inexpensive and perfect for adventurers

    Parkers rating: 4.2 out of 5 4.2
    New price: £35,743 - £38,361

    PROS

    • By far the most affordable California campervan
    • Five proper seats in the back
    • Comfortable double bed

    CONS

    • No lounge space without tent add-on
    • Basic kitchen
    • Irritating cab
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  • Mercedes-Benz EQV MPV (2020 onwards) Review

    This electric van-based MPV is expensive but has a decent range and luxurious interior

    Parkers rating: 2.9 out of 5 2.9
    New price: £92,255 - £93,955

    PROS

    • Huge inside
    • Easy to drive and comfortable
    • Claimed 213-mile range, 204hp electric motor

    CONS

    • Sluggish performance
    • Expensive to buy
    • Real-world range nearer 150 miles
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  • Vauxhall Vivaro-e Life MPV (2020 onwards) Review

    Electric people carrier’s appeal limited by battery size

    Parkers rating: 2.8 out of 5 2.8
    New price: £39,100 - £57,820

    PROS

    • Refined, easy to drive despite its size
    • More comfortable than diesel versions
    • Overall ease of use impresses

    CONS

    • 50kWh battery size isn’t sufficient
    • Interior fittings underwhelm
    • Greater passenger flexibility needed
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  • Peugeot e-Traveller MPV (2020 onwards) Review

    Electric eight-seater is easy to drive and smooth to ride in

    Parkers rating: 2.8 out of 5 2.8
    New price: £49,085 - £56,710

    PROS

    • Smooth, silent acceleration
    • Comfortable ride quality
    • Lots of interior space

    CONS

    • Battery range is poor
    • You can't get the van's larger battery pack
    • Interior fittings lack quality
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  • Mercedes-Benz B-Class MPV (2019 onwards) Review

    Likeable and practical version of the A-Class hatchback

    Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5
    New price: £35,695 - £44,460

    PROS

    • Efficient engines
    • Interior ambiance
    • Reasonable practicality

    CONS

    • Some interior plastics disappointing
    • Boot isn’t as big as you’d expect
    • Firm ride compared with rivals
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  • Citroën Berlingo MPV (2018 onwards) Review

    Masses of space in this flexible van-derived car

    Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
    New price: £24,560 - £28,060

    PROS

    • Lots of passenger space
    • Huge boot
    • Comfy ride

    CONS

    • No powerful engine option
    • Interior feels cheap in places
    • Not much fun to drive
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  • Peugeot Rifter MPV (2018 onwards) Review

    Practical MPV is a sensible and refreshing SUV alternative

    Parkers rating: 4 out of 5 4.0
    New price: £25,745 - £33,081

    PROS

    • Versatile interior set-up
    • Seven-seat version available from 2019
    • Vast interior
    • Very comfortable

    CONS

    • Manual gearboxes are weak
    • Limited petrol engine range
    • Some cheap interior plastics
    • Not as interesting as Citroen equivalent
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