The best SUV discounts

Version 54kWh GS | List price £35,105 | Best price £18,995 | Total discount £16,110 (45.89%)

Compared with the rather unexciting original, the current Vauxhall Mokka offers a bold appearance and, in electric form, Stellantis’ well-proven setup also seen in the likes of the Fiat 600e and Peugeot e-2008. With a 154bhp electric motor the Mokka takes 9.0sec to accelerate from 0-62mph while the 50.8kWh (usable capacity) battery offers an official range of 250 miles, which sits between the Ford Puma Gen-E and Smart #1. 

The Mokka isn’t the most practical small SUV because leg room is tight for rear occupants and the 310-litre boot is 150 litres less than the Kia EV3’s. Occupants won’t get jolted out of their seats, though, because the Mokka’s ride quality is reasonably smooth, plus noise from the wind and tyres is suppressed well. Not so plush is the Mokka’s interior, which feels cheap in places, but the amount of standard equipment fitted is impressive.

The Mokka Electric depreciates more quickly than many rivals. In our latest look at the fastest-depreciating electric cars, only the smaller Corsa Electric lost its value faster. However, because those figures are based on the official list price, seeking out the best Mokka deal will help you offset that substantial drop.

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Version 1.5 TSI EVO FR Black Edition | List price £36,940 | Best Price £24,000 | Total Discount £12,940 (35.03%)

Despite being older than the Skoda Karoq and Toyota Yaris Cross, the Seat Ateca is still an impressive SUV. For starters, it’s surprisingly fun to drive, especially with our recommended engine, the 1.5 TSI 150. It produces 148bhp and has mild hybrid technology, endowing the Ateca with a 0-62mph time of 9.0sec.

While firm suspension gives the Ateca a rather harsh ride at low speed, there’s little body lean around bends. The six-speed manual is defined and engaging but the automatic gearbox can be jerky in stop-start traffic. Official fuel economy figures of up to 45.6mpg mean the Ateca is relatively frugal, but the Yaris Cross can beat it.

Nevertheless, one key advantage the Ateca has over rivals is its spacious interior. There’s plenty of leg and head room all round and, despite a central floor tunnel running through the interior, there’s more room for three in the back than a Ford Puma or Yaris Cross. The Ateca’s 510-litre boot is also more than that of the Volkswagen T-Roc.

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Version 64kWh Trophy Long Range | List price £33,745 | Best price £23,390 | Total discount £10,355 (30.69%)

Compared with similarly-priced models, such as the Ford Puma Gen-E and Smart #1, the S5 offers an impressive amount of space, particularly for rear passengers. That said, the 453-litre boot is slightly less than the Kia EV3 or Skoda Elroq. 

The entry-level S5 comes with a 47.1kWh (usable capacity) battery; however a 61.7kWh Long Range version is also available. Officially offering up to 298 miles per charge, the MG S5’s range is notably more than rivals, such the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and Hyundai Kona Electric, and even more than slightly larger electric SUVs like the Renault Scenic and Skoda Enyaq. 

The Long Range version can also charge at speeds of up to 139kW, meaning charging the battery from 10% to 80% can take as little as 24 minutes. Even so, some of the S5’s rivals have a better quality ride and an infotainment touchscreen that is faster in operation.

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Version 1.2 PureTech Allure | List price £29,240 | Best price £20,428 | Total discount £8812 (30.14%)

The Peugeot 2008 is a deceptively classy car. Why? Well, this small SUV has a classy interior that uses soft-touch materials, and it’s reasonably well-equipped, too. The entry-level Allure model gets 17in alloy wheels, a 10in touchscreen with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and front and rear parking sensors.

Cheaper versions of the 2008 use a 1.2-litre petrol engine, mated to a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic gearbox. It has plenty of power and good fuel economy –acheiving an official figure of up to 52.7mpg. That said, if you’re looking to go further between refills, the Hybrid 145 version officially achieves 62.1mpg under official figures. 

The 2008 isn’t the most exciting SUV to drive, largely because the handling isn’t as agile as rivals such as the Ford Puma. The soft suspension dampens bumps effectively, but also results in body lean when cornering at speed. Still, while occupants may want to hold on tight, they will have plenty of room. There’s plenty of leg room for adults sitting in the back, although head room is slightly restrictive.

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Version 54kWh e-Summit | List price £33,999 | Best Price £23,995 | Total Discount £10,004 (29.42%)

The smallest model in the Jeep range might not be much use off road but there’s still a lot to like. Closely related to the Peugeot e-2008 and Vauxhall Mokka Electric, every Avenger uses a 50.8kWh (usable capacity) battery for an official range of up to 249 miles. That’s better than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and Ford Puma Gen-E, but the Hyundai Kona Electric and Kia EV3 can manage more.

The Avenger Electric’s sole power option is a 154bhp motor that offers a reasonable, if not ground-breaking, 0-62mph time of 9.0sec – something the Puma Gen-E can beat. A tight turning circle and light steering make the Avenger easy to drive in the city; pick up the pace, however, and you’ll encounter a fair amount of motor whine and wind noise. Taut suspension does help to keep the Avenger composed around bends, though.

Despite using hard and scratchy plastics, the Avenger’s interior looks modern and features tactile buttons and a responsive 10.25in touchscreen. Front passengers have plenty of space to stretch out but rear leg room is tighter than rivals. A 355-litre boot is also smaller than the Puma Gen-E and MG S5, although there’s a square opening and low lip.

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Version 77kWh V2 | List price £60,845 | Best price £42,995 | Total discount £17,850 (29.34%)

If you’re in the market for an electric SUV with a sporty flair, you might want to take a good look at the Cupra Tavascan. A rival to the Kia EV6 and Tesla Model Y, the entry-level Tavascan’s 282bhp electric motor gives it a 0-62mph sprint time of 6.8sec. That’s quicker than the cheapest Ford Capri or Skoda Enyaq Coupé. There’s also an all-wheel drive version which accelerates from 0-62mph in just 5.5sec.

The Tavascan has an official range of 353 miles (320 miles if you choose an all-wheel drive model). Even with adaptive suspension, the Tavascan’s ride isn’t exactly soft, although there’s little body lean around corners and the steering is light and precise. What's more, while the Tavascan offers three levels of regenerative braking, they often result in the brake pedal feeling inconsistent.

Whether you’re sitting in the front or rear of the Tavascan, you’ll find plenty of head and leg room. The 490-litre boot is also capacious, although the Ford Capri and Volkswagen ID 5 offer even more space for your luggage. 

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Version 68.8kWh Elegance | List price £40,660 | Best price £28,790 | Total discount £11,870 (29.19%)

Despite sharing a lot of its looks with the petrol-powered Honda HR-V, the Honda e:Ny1 was designed from the ground up as an electric car – rivalling the Hyundai Kona Electric, Jeep Avenger Electric and Kia EV3. Every e:Ny1 uses a 61.9kWh (usable capacity) battery for an official range of 256 miles. That’s more than the Ford Puma Gen-E, Mini Aceman and Peugeot e-2008 can manage, but the Kona Electric can travel further.

With 201bhp, the e:Ny1 can accelerate from 0-62mph in 7.6sec, making it quicker than the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and Renault 4 on paper. However, in reality, the carefully measured way the e:Ny1 delivers power makes it feel sluggish. Firm suspension also means the e:Ny1 isn’t particularly comfortable, although it stays composed around corners.

The e:Ny1’s dashboard is dominated by a portrait-mounted 15.1in touchscreen, which replaces a lot of physical buttons. Occupants front and rear won’t be short of leg room in the e:Ny1; however, head room is limited in the back and the 361-litre boot is smaller than most rivals.

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Version Pro 77kWh Match | List price £44,400 | Best Price £32,790 | Total Discount £11,610 (26.15%)

Buyers after a genuinely practical electric SUV at a discount price should carefully consider the Volkswagen ID 4. There’s plenty of space for rear passengers and plenty of storage compartments throughout the interior. A 543-litre boot is superior to most rivals, like the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Hyundai Ioniq 5, but still considerably less than the Tesla Model Y. 

The entry-level Pure gets a 52kWh (usable capacity) battery for an official range of 211 miles; however, the larger 77kWh versions are capable of up to 339 miles. No version of the ID 4 is exceptionally fast, though, and competitors like the Audi Q4 e-tron and Kia EV6 offer a more comfortable ride. 

Whichever version of the ID 4 you choose, you’ll get a good list of standard features, with the entry-level Pure getting Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, satnav, four USB-C sockets and natural-speech voice control. Unfortunately, physical buttons are lacking from the dashboard, meaning the ID 4’s usability could be better.

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Version Pro 77kWh Match | List price £45,900 | Best price £33,991 | Total discount £11,909 (25.95%)

Compared to the closely-related Volkswagen ID 4, the Volkswagen ID 5 has a slightly sleeker coupe-inspired body – making it a prime alternative to the Kia EV6, Tesla Model Y and Volvo EC40. The cheapest ID 5 uses a 52kWh (usable capacity) battery for a 226-mile official range – less than the Ford Mustang Mach-E and Hyundai Ioniq 5. With the 77kWh, the ID 5 can officially cover as much as 344 miles.

Three power options are available, with the most powerful ID 5 GTX able to reach 62mph in 5.4sec – faster than a Skoda Enyaq Coupe, although not quite as quick as a Mustang Mach-E or Model Y. Even so, the ID 5 is relatively comfortable and offers plenty of grip around corners. Around town, the ID 5 is very quiet, although the long travel of the brake pedal makes smooth stopping a challenge.

With no physical buttons on the dashboard, rivals are more user-friendly, whereas the Model Y’s interior feels more upmarket. Fortunately, the 549-litre boot is impressive compared to rivals (and even outmatches the more conventionally-shaped ID 4). Passenger space is also fairly good, although the sloping roof line means rear head room could be better.

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Version 1.5 EcoTSI V2 DSG | List price £39,630 | Best price £29,480 | Total discount £10,150 (25.61%)

Despite being the oldest model in Cupra’s range, the Cupra Ateca still manages to impress. Three power options are available, including a 2.0-litre petrol that can sprint from 0-62mph in 4.9sec – quicker than a BMW X2 M35i or Volkswagen T-Roc R. Unlike the Seat-badged equivalent, all Cupra Atecas come with a seven-speed automatic gearbox which can feel slightly laggy. 

Even so, the Ateca remains enjoyable to drive, thanks to its precise steering and lack of body lean. It’s also surprisingly comfortable over lumps and bumps in the road, although you’ll likely encounter some road noise at motorway speeds.

The Ateca offers enough head and leg room for five tall passengers and more rear shoulder space than a T-Roc. The 485-litre boot is also larger than that of the Ford Puma, and there are plenty of interior storage cubbies. Even so, the Ateca’s interior is starting to feel rather dated in areas.

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