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MPV - Ford S-MAX

It's still hard to find a better MPV than the S-MAX

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It's still hard to find a better MPV than the S-MAX. It brought the spotlight back on to the people carrier market when it was launched in 2006 and its mixture of interior space and sharp driving dynamics is tough to beat. Early models now fall within our £7,500 budget, but don’t expect to find a low-mileage example.

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Dacia Spring

Dacia Spring

RRP £11,990Avg. savings £703 off RRP*Used from £10,250
Nissan Juke

Nissan Juke

RRP £18,205Avg. savings £5,129 off RRP*Used from £6,390
Nissan Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

RRP £27,435Avg. savings £6,600 off RRP*Used from £10,030
Kia Sportage

Kia Sportage

RRP £28,085Avg. savings £3,442 off RRP*Used from £12,690
* Average savings are calculated daily based on the best dealer prices on Auto Express vs manufacturer RRP
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