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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  • Mercedes-Benz EQT MPV (2024 onwards) Review

    Posh electric van-based lifestyle MPV

    Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5
    New price: £0 - £0

    PROS

    • Three-pointed star Mercedes badge
    • Quiet, comfortable ride
    • Ample space front and back

    CONS

    • Still feels like a van
    • Obvious Renault switches
    • Doesn’t feel like an EQ car
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  • Ford Tourneo Courier MPV (2023 onwards) Review

    Great-handling, good-looking MPV

    Parkers rating: 4.2 out of 5 4.2
    New price: £25,195 - £27,715

    PROS

    • Fun to drive
    • Comfortable and quiet
    • Well-equipped as standard

    CONS

    • Fiddly, clunky infotainment
    • Awkward automatic gearbox
    • Five-seat only; boot isn’t very clever
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  • Lexus LM MPV (2023 onwards) Review

    A different and uniquely Lexus approach to luxury

    Parkers rating: 4.4 out of 5 4.4
    New price: £89,360 - £112,360

    PROS

    • Incredibly luxurious in the rear
    • Surprisingly good value - honestly
    • Refined and comfortable to drive

    CONS

    • No EV or plug-in option
    • Very expensive next to van-based competition
    • Not much luggage space in seven-seater
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  • Volkswagen Multivan MPV (2022 onwards) Review

    VW’s Caravelle replacement is a comfortable, efficient and flexible MPV

    Parkers rating: 4.4 out of 5 4.4
    New price: £47,695 - £62,911

    PROS

    • Better to drive than the van it replaces
    • Flexible seven-seat interior
    • Plug-in hybrid available

    CONS

    • Not small or cheap
    • Petrol engines are thirsty
    • Not as hardwearing inside as commercial rivals
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  • Mercedes-Benz T-Class MPV (2022 onwards) Review

    New Mercedes MPV to take on Caddy and Berlingo

    Parkers rating: 3 out of 5 3.0
    New price: £0 - £0

    PROS

    • Stylish and practical compact family car
    • Well-equipped as standard
    • Choice of petrol and diesel engines

    CONS

    • Not on sale until 2023
    • Lots of good rivals already available
    • Likely to be comparatively expensive
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  • Volkswagen ID. Buzz MPV (2022 onwards) Review

    Super-stylish five-seater family EV with enormous boot

    Parkers rating: 3.5 out of 5 3.5
    New price: £59,035 - £63,835

    PROS

    • Excellent driving experience
    • Reasonable range per charge
    • Exceedingly desirable inside and out

    CONS

    • Disappointing back seat
    • Usual VW touch-control issues
    • Certainly isn't cheap
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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: £35,473 - £40,591

    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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  • Peugeot e-Rifter MPV (2021 onwards) Review

    Hugely practical, comfortable people carrier, now all-electric

    Parkers rating: 3.6 out of 5 3.6
    New price: £32,046 - £35,740

    PROS

    • Cavernous, usable and practical cabin
    • Comfortable ride and tidy handling
    • Generous levels of standard equipment

    CONS

    • Van-like styling and interior could be off-putting
    • Limited battery range – 120 miles is typical
    • Some will prefer an SUV-styled alternative
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