Latest MPV and people carrier car News 
Vauxhall Meriva rear-hinged back doors radically improve access and egress
The new Meriva, which will be unveiled at the Geneva Motor Show in March this year, is the first Vauxhall to feature FlexDoors, showcased in 2008’s Meriva design concept. FlexDoors are rear-hinged back doors which swing open towards the back of the car at an angle of nearly 90 degrees, vastly improving the ease with which occupants enter and leave the cabin. Rather than having to step back, or to one side, as one would using a normal front-hin... [more]
First deliveries for Volkswagen California campervan and Caravelle people carrier in February
Orders for the new Volkswagen California campervan and the seven-seater Caravelle people carrier are being taken at Volkswagen Van Centres now for the first customer deliveries which are expected in February. The new models are distinguished by new-look frontal styling in-line with the Polo and Golf, and are available with many of the latest luxuries seen in Volkswagen’s passenger cars, such as a three-spoke multifunction steering wheel, an op... [more]
The 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe with new engine and more equipment is cheaper than the car it replaces
The 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe boasts a new engine, more equipment and a stylish new look. Hyundai has confirmed that its 2010 Santa Fe will actually be cheaper than the car it replaces, despite a raft of improvements. The headline news is the Santa Fe’s new powertrain, offering an unrivalled combination of performance and economy. It means that the Santa Fe is now comparable on price and emissions with MPVs and estate cars, and comfortably powers ... [more]
Peugeot 5008 Compact MPV 7 seater goes on sale in January 2010
Peugeot has announced specifications and prices for the new 5008 Compact MPV 7-seater, which brings new levels of quality, versatility and innovation to the sector. The 5008 goes on sale in January 2010 with prices starting from £16,895. There are three trim levels for 5008 – Active, Sport and Exclusive – that all feature the characteristic Multiflex interior with seven seats, the second row of which folds flat and the third row can be hidden ... [more]
SEAT launches low CO2 versions of Altea, Altea XL and Leon
SEAT debuts low CO2 versions of the recently-revised Altea, Altea XL and Leon at next week's Frankfurt Motor Show. The three newcomers, which join Ecomotive versions of the Ibiza supermini and Alhambra seven-seat MPV, are the latest offerings in the Spanish maker's mission to produce among the world's most environmentally responsible vehicles. All three new models feature significant economy-minded improvements to further boost their frugality an... [more]
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Kia Venga 1.4-litre CR DI Ecodynamics (Independent)
Price: £12,795 Top speed: 104 mph 0-60mph 14 seconds Consumption: 62.8 mpg CO2 emissions: 117g/km Best for: downsizing Audi fans who like Peter Schreyer's work Also worth considering? Citroën C3 Picasso, Nissan Note, Vauxhall Meriva
Mar 05th (Namibia Economist)
Hyundai’s H1 nine-seater luxury wagon, a runaway success since its launch in March 2009 is now available with the option of an effortless turbo diesel power.
