There are some great new car deals available on SUVs at the moment and, thanks to monthly finance, you can buy to suit your budget. There’s a large selection of of cars for less than £300 per month and, on this page, we’re highlighting some of the best available right now at this price point.
There’s everything from tiddly city car-sized SUVs up to big family-friendly ones. They’re all efficient, good to drive and come with plenty of standard features including air conditioning and smartphone connectivity.
We’ve covered personal contract hire (leasing) deals here, as these typically offer the most bang for your monthly buck – but you’ll never own the car. Alternatively, PCP deals require an upfront deposit, a series of monthly payments then the option to buy via an optional final payment.
If you want to see some other types of car available for similar money as these SUVs, check out our pick of the best cars for £300 per month.
Best SUVs for £300 per month in 2024
Ford’s small SUV is a delight to drive
Ford is offering a deal on the Titanium model which comes with satnav, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto connectivity, air conditioning, rear parking sensors and cruise control. The 125hp mild hybrid petrol engine is a perky performer and returns well over 40mpg.*
To find out more, read our full Ford Puma review
Pros
- Modern and economical engines
- Enjoyable and capable handling
- Flexible and practical
Cons
- Dull dashboard lets the interior down
- No full hybrid options
Smallest Skoda SUV is a comfortable choice
The best version is the SE model, which comes with air conditioning, cruise control and smartphone connectivity to the infotainment system. The 110hp petrol engine gets the car to 62mph in 10 seconds and returns over 50mpg.*
To find out more, read our full Skoda Kamiq review
Pros
- Practical and packed with neat touches
- Easily accommodates four adults
- Good engines and generous tech
Cons
- No all-wheel-drive option
- Not interesting to drive
Big Citroen offers supreme comfort
All models come with dual-zone aircon, cruise control and smartphone connectivity. The 130hp petrol is connected to an automatic gearbox, which offers enough performance and easy 40mpg. Definitely one for comfort lovers and individualists.*
To find out more, read our full Citroen C5 Aircross review.
Pros
- Comfortable ride and seats
- Lots of interior space
- Appealingly individual design
Cons
- Soft suspension won’t appeal to some
- Limited model line-up
MG HS
MG’s biggest SUV is great value for money
Our budget easily gets you into a top-grade Trophy model that has satnav, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, a parking camera and heated leather seats. The 162hp petrol engine is relatively sprightly but only averages 36mpg.*
To find out more, read our full MG HS review.
Pros
- Stacks of interior space
- Generously equipped
- Seven-year warranty
Cons
- Unrefined engines
- Driving position won’t suit everyone
A family SUV that’s as capable as it is affordable
Even the mid-range Journey model comes with satnav, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, air conditioning, cruise control and a rear-view camera. At this price point, though, you'll be able to get a top-of-the-range model. The 130hp TCe petrol engine has plenty of get-up-and-go and is reasonably efficient.*
To find out more, read our full Dacia Duster review.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Doesn’t feel like a budget option
- Practical and pleasant to drive
Cons
- Three-star Euro NCAP rating
- Soon to replaced
Stylish Peugeot packs lots of tech
All models are relatively well equipped, and come with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, air conditioning and rear parking sensors. With a 110hp petrol engine, it’s quick enough and can return more than 50mpg. Keep an eye out for hyper-competitive deals, as there's a new model coming out in 2024.*
To find out more, read our full Peugeot 3008 review.
Pros
- Stylish design, inside and out
- Spacious, practical interior
- Peppy PureTech petrol engines
Cons
- Digital instruments won’t appeal to all
- Driving position can be awkward
Rugged family car with true off-road capability
We’d heartily recommend the manual Boosterjet model as a good-value and fun-to-drive car. It’s not as practical as a Ford Puma nor does it feel as upmarket as a Peugeot 2008, but if you want something sturdy, attractive and a bit different the Vitara is a good choice.*
To find out more, view our full Suzuki Vitara review.
Pros
- Genuine off-road capability
- Good to drive
- Excellent hybrid engine
Cons
- Limited load space
- Infotainment is dated
Sensible but charming SUV offers great fuel economy
During our long-term test of the car, we averaged 63.3mpg – and on urban routes, we found the Yaris Cross could run on EV mode for anywhere between 60 and 75% of the time. Just make sure you avoid cars fitted with four-wheel drive, as it jacks up your monthly payments.*
To find out more, read our full Toyota Yaris Cross review
Pros
- Cheap to lease and run
- Space for four adults
- Available with all-wheel drive
Cons
- Hard work on the motorway
- Unremarkable safety kit and rating
Best-selling SUV makes a great family car
It’s also practical, with some very clever interior touches, as you’d expect for a product that’s now entered its third generation. The quality and interior are also up there with the very best-in-class.*
To find out more, read our full Nissan Qashqai review
Pros
- Tech packed, quality interior
- Lots of tech that works well
- Seriously refined
Cons
- Engine can feel underpowered
- No high-performance version
Chunky, funky and fun family SUV
If you want economy, we recommend picking the 1.0-litre petrol engine, and this deal does just that coming in Life trim. At a little more that £200 per month, it's a lot of car for your money.*
To find out more, read our full Volkswagen T-Roc review.
Pros
- Stand-out styling
- Low running costs
- Decent driving experience
Cons
- Disappointing interior
- R-Line's firm ride
* These deals are indicative examples of some packages available as of 29 January 2024, but are subject to change without prior notice. Everyone’s financial circumstances are different and the availability of credit is subject to status. Terms, conditions and exclusions apply. Parkers cannot recommend a deal for you specifically.
Keith Adams is the Editor of Parkers. During his career he has been the editor of Classic Car Weekly, Modern Classics and Honest John Classics, as well as writing for CAR magazine, Practical Classics, Octane, Autocar and The Independent among others. Keith lives in rural Lancashire and enjoys buying and selling cars and reading and writing about them.
