MPV or multi purpose vehicles are a type of car that has the capacity of a larger people carrier with the functionality of a hatchback. Lots of people see MPVs as just being suited to large families and instead go for a more compact car like the Ford Fiesta & Toyota Yaris.
A compact MPV is a further classification within the multi purpose vehicle category. The first car that was classified in this category was the Renault Scenic.
When it was first produced in 1996 it was soon awarded the European car of the year. In general these cars are more flexible than other cars and have features such as individually folding seats. The compact MPV is most commonly found in European countries although it is not exclusive to this part of the world.
You will find that American refer to MPVs as minivans. and are distinguished by their added height over other vehicles. The seats in these vehicles will make the driver have a better posture when driving.
Some of the most popular MPVs include the Vauxhall Meriva. The car uses FlexDoor technology to allow for easier loading of large cargo. With the doors opening in this way more space is created for loading large items.
The Kia Venga is a great car for those wanting to be environmentally friendly it also passed many safety test so is a good choice. Kia has an unprecedented 7 year warranty so this should keep you covered.
Another popular MPV thanks to the space that it offers is the Citroen C3 Picasso. Nominated for the European car of the year award in 2010 thanks mainly due to its good looks. The car is more pricey than most but as stated does look good and has exceptional handling.
The Skoda Yeti is a rugged off road 4×4 MPV that was build based on the same principal as the VW Golf. Suitable for all situations and conditions the Yeti also has plenty of luggage space.
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