The best new car discounts

Version 50kWh Yes | List price £27,430 | Best price £17,995 | Total discount £9435 (34.4%)

Despite having a more expensive list price than the Hyundai Inster or Renault 5, dealer discounts can help to make the Vauxhall Corsa Electric one of the cheapest new EVs around. Two battery options are available, with the smaller 46.3kWh (usable capacity) option officially capable of covering 221 miles. That’s more than a BYD Dolphin Surf can manage but some versions of the R5 can go further. Every Corsa Electric accelerates from 0-62mph in a spritely, if not class-leading, 8.2sec.

Physical controls help to make the Vauxhall Corsa Electric’s interior intuitive while driving, even if the Renault 5 uses plusher materials. You do get plenty of standard kit, though, with entry-level Yes trim featuring a manual air conditioning, heated steering wheel and heated front seats. There’s plenty of room in the front, although tall rear passengers will have limited rear leg room. At 267 litres, the Corsa Electric’s boot is bigger than the Inster’s, though.

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Version 54kWh e-Summit | List price £34,099 | Best price £22,995 | Total discount £11,104 (32.56%)

The Jeep Avenger Electric might not be as capable off road as larger models in the brand’s lineup but still has a lot to offer small SUV buyers. Every Avenger Electric comes with a 50.8kWh (usable capacity) battery for an official range of up to 249 miles. That’s about the same as the Renault 4, although the Ford Puma Gen-E can go even further. A 154bhp electric motor makes A-road overtaking easy, but the Avenger Electric feels most at home around town, thanks to a tight turning circle and light steering. Its suspension offers a good ride and handling balance, although the Puma Gen-E feels sharper around fast bends.

The Avenger Electric’s interior features intuitive physical controls and a comfortable driving position. Head room is good all round, although the Renault 4 has more rear leg room and boot space. Nevertheless, the Avenger Electric is certainly well-equipped, with the range-topping e-Summit featuring heated front seats, wireless phone charging and a reversing camera.

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Version 64kWh Trophy Long Range | List price £33,995 | Best price £23,205 | Total discount £10,790 (31.74%)

Compared with the popular yet rather uninspiring MG ZS EV it replaces, the S5 is a particularly well-rounded electric SUV. Two battery options are available, with the S5 Trophy Long Range officially capable of 298 miles. That’s more than a Jeep Avenger Electric or Skoda Elroq 60, although the equivalent Kia EV3 goes farther. A 228bhp electric motor gets the S5 Trophy Long Range to 62mph in 6.1sec, which is quicker than any EV3 can manage. Accurate steering and good grip also help the S5 stay composed around corners.

Less refined is the S5’s ride quality, with passengers feeling potholes a lot more than they would in an EV3 or Elroq. Even so, the S5 is certainly practical, with a 453-litre boot and enough leg and head room to seat five adults in comfort. As the range-topping version, the S5 Trophy includes a 360-degree camera, powered tailgate, heated front seats and heated steering wheel.

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Version 1.2 Turbo Allure | List price £25,695 | Best price £18,299 | Total discount £7396 (28.78%)

If you’re looking for a small SUV that feels a cut above its rivals, the Peugeot 2008 is worthy of your consideration. That’s because its interior looks attractive and is coated in a surprising amount of plush materials. What’s more, the 2008 has enough leg and head room for six-footers, and its 434-litre boot beats that of the Seat Arona. In entry-level Allure trim, the 2008 comes as standard with automatic air conditioning, rear privacy glass and a reversing camera. 

The cheapest 2008s come with a 1.2-litre petrol engine that makes a healthy 99bhp. It offers competitive acceleration and can officially achieve about 50mpg. Around town, the 2008 benefits from light steering and a tight turning circle. And while its low speed ride is slightly fidgety, the 2008 feels planted at higher speeds. It’s also one of the most refined small SUVs on the motorway, with less road noise than you’ll hear in the Ford Puma.

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Version 53.9kWh Premium Long Range | List price £27,995 | Best price £19,989 | Total discount £8006 (28.6%)

Don’t let the name confuse you, the MG4 Urban has precious little to do with the regular MG4. Instead, it’s a cheaper yet slightly larger car, with more rear leg room than virtually all of its small electric car rivals, including the Renault 5. Its boot is also larger than average, with enough room for four carry-on suitcases. Go for range-topping Premium trim and you won’t be short on equipment, either; heated front seats, a heated steering wheel, wireless phone charger and a 360-degree parking camera all come as standard.

Two versions of the MG4 Urban are available, with the more expensive Long Range featuring a 52.8kWh (usable capacity) battery. This version has competitive performance and officially manages up to 258 miles between charges, which is better than any Hyundai Inster. While the MG4 Urban’s suspension is on the firm side, it soaks up most bumps well and leans less around bends than the Inster does.

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Version 77kWh Trophy Long Range | List price £40,995 | Best price £29,495 | Total discount £11,500 (28.05%)

The MG S6 goes to show you don’t have to spend a fortune to get a genuinely capable family electric SUV; particularly if you take advantage of dealer discounts. Two power options are available, but even the cheapest Long Range is quick enough for most buyers. Accelerating to 62mph in 7.3sec, it roughly matches the cheapest Tesla Model Y. If you’re wondering, that ‘Long Range’ is officially 329 miles, beating the equivalent Skoda Elroq. Firm suspension means the S6 resists body lean well while still feeling settled over undulations.

‘Generous’ is a good way to describe the S6’s interior. Whether you’re in the front or rear, you’ll have plenty of leg and head room, and lots of storage spaces for your odds and ends. What’s more, its 674-litre boot is bigger than most. There’s also a generous amount of standard kit, with range-topping Trophy trim including 20in alloy wheels, heated and ventilated front seats and a panoramic glass roof.

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Version 1.5 T-GDI 24.7kWh SE | List price £32,495 | Best price £23,788 | Total discount £8707 (26.79%)

Despite being offered at impressively low prices, the MG HS doesn’t feel like a budget family SUV. Even the cheapest SE version gets a reversing camera, keyless entry and rear privacy glass as standard, making it our favourite trim. What’s more, the HS’s interior feels plush and offers more rear leg room than the Citroën C5 Aircross has. Its 507-litre boot is also competitive, providing enough space for six carry-on suitcases in our tests.

While pure petrol and full hybrid versions are also available, high-end HS’s use a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) setup featuring a 1.5-litre petrol engine and an electric motor. In our tests, this version of the HS reached 60mph in an impressive 6.1sec; beating the equivalent Jaecoo 7. Its 75-mile official EV range beats many family SUV rivals, too. In PHEV guise, the HS feels controlled over bumps and resists body lean well, making it reasonably entertaining on twisty country roads.

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Version 2.5 e-SKYACTIV 17.8kWh Takumi Plus | List price £53,845 | Best price £39,494 | Total discount £14,351 (26.65%)

If you’re looking for a family SUV that’s as plush as it is practical, the Mazda CX-60 might be the one for you. You see, its interior uses plenty of high-end materials and features more physical controls than most, making it easier to use on the move. It also offers masses of passenger space, including more rear leg and head room than you get in a Volvo XC60. Go for Takumi Plus trim and the CX-60 features a nappa leather interior, a power-assisted tailgate, wireless phone charging and a Bose sound system.

In addition to two diesel options, the CX-60 is available as a plug-in hybrid (PHEV) which features a 2.5-litre petrol engine and a 17.8kWh (usable capacity) battery. It gives the CX-60 an official EV range of 39 miles and an impressive 0-62mph sprint time of 5.8sec. While it isn’t as sharp around corners as a BMW X3, the CX-60’s soft suspension gives it a smooth ride.

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Version 51kWh GT | List price £26,445 | Best price £19,495 | Total discount £6950 (26.28%)

The Peugeot e-208 is a small car which feels grown up to drive. Two versions are available, with the more expensive 51kWh featuring an official range of 267 miles; better than any Renault 5. Every version of the e-208 has respectable performance and a smoother ride than the Mini Cooper Electric. On the motorway, the e-208 is also very refined by small car standards, with little in the way of motor whine or wind noise. 

Like larger Peugeots, the e-208’s interior looks smart and feels plush. There’s plenty of space in the front, and about the same amount of rear leg room you get inside the R5. At 311 litres, the e-208’s boot is bigger than most rivals, featuring enough space to store an impressive five carry-on suitcases in our tests. In mid-spec GT trim, the e-208 comes as standard with climate control, a reversing camera and keyless entry.

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Version 1.5 TSI Monte Carlo Edition DSG | List price £29,735 | Best price £21,934 | Total discount £7801 (26.24%)

The Skoda Scala is one of the best family cars you can buy, and not just because of its affordable price. For starters, it’s available with a wide range of engines, with the most powerful 1.5-litre petrol option making 148bhp. Accelerating from 0-62mph in 8.2sec, it’s slightly quicker than the equivalent Volkswagen Golf. Soft suspension gives the Scala a pothole-absorbing ride without ruining its composure around tight bends. With the 1.5-litre engine fitted, the Scala is generally quiet on the motorway, too.

The Scala’s interior has a decent amount of soft-touch materials and a comfortable driving position. There’s also masses of space for five tall occupants and a 467-litre boot, which is more than what the Honda Civic offers. In typical Skoda fashion, the Scala’s boot is also kitted out with various hooks to stop bags from falling over. Other equipment included in mid-spec SE L Edition includes heated front seats, front and rear parking sensors and keyless entry as standard.

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