Dacia Jogger
The Dacia Jogger will put an end to back-seat squabbles and is also cheap at the price – but it is not without compromises writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? It’s one of life’s great ironies that as our families became smaller, our cars grew larger. Today behemoth SUVs are the family cars of choice but, despite their large footprint, many offer seating for just five and if you are in the market for a seven-seat...
Citroen Grand C4 Picasso
If you thought MPVs were boring then check out the Citroen Grand C4 Picasso writes Suzanne Keane What is it? The Citroen Grand C4 Picasso is a versatile MPV that embraces Citroens signature quirky style. Who is it aimed at? The Grand C4 Picasso is aimed at those looking for a practical and stylish 7 seater with a touch of French flair in a compact package. Styling? MPVs are never the most stylish cars on the road but the Grand C4...
Buying a seven seat MPV? We test three
Seven seat cars may be considered distress purchases but there are a couple of new offerings that promise much more than simply practicality writes Geraldine Herbert For many buying an MPV is a rite of passage, that time in life when the last vestiges of youth’s frivolity dissipate in favour of night feeds and school runs. But as a parent of two young boys and a few dogs in tow I have to admit the charms of a seven...
First drive: Ford Galaxy
Ford’s new boxy Galaxy proves it’s hip to be square writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? While large MPVs have fallen out of favour with many families if you need seven seats more than just occasionally, it’s hard to beat the traditional people carrier and Ford have launched their third-generation Galaxy, the largest of their MPVs. First impressions of the new Ford Galaxy? From the outside the Galaxy is instantly recognisable...
Opel Meriva 1.6 CDTi
Is the arrival of new smaller engines under the bonnet of the Meriva enough to put it ahead of its rivals asks Geraldine Herbert? What is it? Opel redefined the small family car when they launched the Meriva back in 2003 and for 2014 it’s been given a facelift and a range of smaller and more efficient engines. Who is it aimed at? The Meriva’s unique selling point has always been the backward hinged rear doors that open almost...
First Drive: Ford Tourneo Courier
Ford is adding yet another MPV to its range. The new Tourneo Courier will arrive here early 2015 but we went to Frankfurt for a preview writes Geraldine Herbert What is it? Ford have taken what is essentially a van and equipped it with some necessary luxury to turn into a very spacious family car. Designed with growing families in mind Ford’s new Tourneo Courier promises to be practical, safe and economical to run First...