All models are cheap to run and the diesel offers excellent fuel economy. Insurance groups are competitive and service intervals are about average. Depreciation is steep and the biggest cost from new.

Berlingo performs pretty well on the eco front. With an average of 160 g/km CO2 across the model line-up, its emissions are relatively low for a people carrier. However, it’s worth noting that the line up has a high number of diesel models, bringing the average down and giving buyers more choices of low-emission versions. Diesels typically produce less CO2 than petrol engines with similar power outputs.

Eco-conscious buyers should consider the 1.6-litre diesel, which is one of the greenest models in the range. The range is impressively frugal, averaging 45 mpg.

It’s designed to lug around everything from flowers for the florist to bricks for the builder, so it’s durable. But interior trim is flimsy and may not stand up to the rigors of everyday life.