Vauxhall 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 Vauxhall 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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Vauxhall MPV / People Carrier car reviews
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Vauxhall Combo-e Life MPV (2021 onwards) Review
Spacious family wagon, but range lacking
New price: £32,180 - £35,595PROS
- Massive boot
- Lots of passenger space
- Comfy
CONS
- Not as cheap as petrol and diesel predecessors
- Drab interior
- Not much fun in the bends
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Vauxhall Vivaro-e Life MPV (2020 onwards) Review
Electric people carrier’s appeal limited by battery size
New price: £39,100 - £57,820PROS
- 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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Vauxhall Combo Life (2018 - 2022) Review
Every realistic requirement for a family car in one box - literally
Used price: £7,319 - £19,105PROS
- Impressive safety equipment
- Spacious and comfortable
- Room for three child seats
CONS
- A little uninspiring to look at
- Even high-end models quite basic
- In-house rivals have braver design
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Vauxhall Viva Rocks (2017 - 2019) Review
Little reason to buy one over a regular Viva
Used price: £3,717 - £6,864PROS
- Funky styling
- Surprisingly good to drive
- Comparatively spacious cabin
- Cheap to run
CONS
- Small boot
- Just one engine on offer
- Lack of advanced safety kit
- Poor value compared with regular Viva
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Vauxhall Viva (2015 - 2019) Review
Used price: £2,117 - £6,744PROS
- Cheap to buy
- Easy to drive
- Excellently equipped
- Low running costs
CONS
- Small boot
- Not as exciting to drive as rivals
- Basic interior
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Vauxhall Zafira Tourer (2012 - 2018) Review
Used price: £1,590 - £11,849PROS
- Upgraded seating system
- Flexible and practical
- Better quality and feel, seats seven in comfort
CONS
- Bland drive
- Rivals offer better handling
- Poor sat nav system
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Vauxhall Meriva (2010 - 2017) Review
Vauxhall's innovative small MPV was clever, but flawed
Used price: £557 - £7,720PROS
- Clever rear-hinged rear doors
- Versatile cabin, quiet and comfortable
- Easy to drive in town
CONS
- Air conditioning not standard on all models
- MPV style isn't trendy
- Diesel engines have poor reliability
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Vauxhall Agila (2008 - 2013) Review
Used price: £462 - £4,070PROS
Versatile inside, easy to drive and park, economical engines, cheap to run, good space in the back
CONS
Suzuki offers the same car - but better equipped and better value for money
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Vauxhall Meriva VXR (2006 - 2009) Review
Used price: £552 - £1,612PROS
Strong performance, sporty styling, practical and spacious interior
CONS
Few around, standard Meriva is better value for money, steering lacks feel
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Vauxhall Zafira (2005 - 2014) Review
Used price: £378 - £4,501PROS
Well built cabin, wide engine choice, good value for money, plenty on the used market
CONS
Rear seating system not as flexible as many people carrier, lacklustre styling, not great to drive