The best SUV discounts

Version 54kWh GS | List price £35,105 | Best price £22,995 | Total discount £12,110 (34.50%)

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 49kWh SE | List price £28,745 | Best price £19,991 | Total discount £8754 (30.45%)

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 77kWh V2 | List price £53,845 | Best price £38,890 | Total discount £14,955 (27.77%)

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 1.2 MAX e-DSC | List price £35,775 | Best price £25,995 | Total discount £9780 (27.34%)

With a new Citroën C5 Aircross on the way, dealers are selling off their stocks of the old model at a considerable discount. A rival to the Ford Kuga, Hyundai Tucson and Kia Sportage, the C5 Aircross is available with two engines – a 1.2-litre petrol with mild hybrid technology and a 1.5-litre diesel. Neither engine is particularly quick, but they offer enough power to accelerate up to motorway speeds at a reasonable rate and, in the case of the diesel, plenty of torque for towing a caravan.

The C5 Aircross’ soft suspension is better at soaking up bumps than the Kuga, but results in more body lean around tight corners. Along with light steering, this prevents the C5 Aircross from being fun to drive on country roads, although it’s easy to drive about town and refined on the motorway.

Inside, the C5 Aircross feels relatively plush and offers a good driving position. Front and rear passengers get a decent amount of space, although the Peugeot 5008 offers more. Even so, the 580-litre boot is spacious and, for even larger loads, the C5 Aircross’ rear seats fold in a handy 40/20/40 configuration.

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Version 1.2 PureTech MHEV GT | List price £35,020 | Best price £25,499 | Total discount £9521 (27.19%)

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 – getting 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 1.5 eHybrid V2 DSG | List price £47,195 | Best price £34,685 | Total discount £12,510 (26.51%)

If you’re looking for an SUV that has sporting credentials yet bags of passenger space, the Cupra Terramar might be for you. There’s a choice of three power options – a 1.5 mild hybrid, a 1.5-litre plug-in hybrid with an official EV range of 70 miles and a 2.0-litre petrol with all-wheel drive. All options give the Terramar plenty of power, with the sportiest models reaching 62mph in 5.9sec – faster than any Kia Sportage or Volvo XC40.

Accurate steering and minimal body lean make the Terramar fun around corners, too. Moreover, with adaptive suspension fitted, the ride quality can be made surprisingly supple. Not so smooth, however, is the brake pedal, which feels inconsistent, making it harder to stop smoothly. 

Despite being mechanically similar to the Skoda Kodiaq and Volkswagen Tiguan, the Terramar’s interior is distinctively sporty. Even so, the XC40 uses plusher materials and a lack of physical buttons means Terramar owners are stuck using the 12.9in touchscreen to adjust the climate control system. Nevertheless, the Terramar does offer plenty of leg and head room for front and rear passengers and a practical 642-litre boot (490 litres on the plug-in hybrid). 

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Version 1.2 Altitude | List price £28,495 | Best price £20,995 | Total discount £7500 (26.32%)

Despite being the cheapest model in the Jeep range, the Avenger has plenty of appeal. All Avengers use a 1.2-litre petrol engine, but more expensive models also get mild hybrid assistance and four-wheel drive. No model in the Avenger range is particularly quick – the Ford Puma and Peugeot 2008 are both faster to 62mph – but there’s still enough power to safely overtake on the motorway. 

Soft suspension gives the Avenger a more supple ride than the Puma, but there’s still a noticeable amount of wind noise at motorway speeds. Surprisingly for a small SUV, the Avenger has some off-roading credentials, with all models featuring Hill Descent Control – which keeps the brakes applied to manage your speed when travelling downhill – and a range of driving modes that focus on maintaining traction over various surfaces.

Despite using lots of scratchy plastics, the Avenger’s interior is modern and features user-friendly physical controls. Front occupants have plenty of room to stretch and spaces for odds and ends; however, rear passengers have little leg room. The 380-litre boot (dropping to 325 litres on the four-wheel drive models) is also small by class standards.

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Version 1.5 TSI EVO FR Black Edition | List price £36,940 | Best Price £27,490 | Total Discount £9450 (25.58%)

Despite being older than many of its rivals, including the Skoda Karoq and Toyota Yaris Cross, the Seat Ateca is still worthy of consideration. 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 the firm suspension creates a rather harsh ride at low speed, it helps the Ateca stay composed around tight bends. Both the six-speed manual and seven-speed automatic gearboxes are smooth in most conditions, although the automatic can feel somewhat 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 still beat it.

Nevertheless, one key advantage the Ateca has over its 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 the Puma or Yaris Cross. The Ateca also has a 510-litre boot, which is more than the Volkswagen T-Roc; however, the rear seats don’t quite fold flat.

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Version Pure 52kWh Match | List price £39,590 | Best Price £29,509 | Total Discount £10,081 (25.46%)

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 1.5 eTSI EVO V1 | List price £36,830 | Best price £27,490 | Total discount £9340 (25.36%)

The Cupra Formentor proves that you can have SUV practicality without feeling as if you’re driving a wheeled wardrobe. That’s because it has a coupe-style body, making it quite a bit sleeker than rivals, including the DS No 4 and Volkswagen T-Roc. The Formentor’s performance is also decidedly sporty, with the 1.5 TSI petrol engine being our favourite option. It offers 148bhp yet still officially manages 46.3mpg. For even more punch, there’s also a 2.0-litre petrol, with or without four-wheel drive, and a pair of plug-in hybrid options that officially cover up to 78 miles on EV power alone.

All but the entry-level V1 come with sports-focused suspension, with the more expensive VZ trims using an adaptive setup that lets you choose the firmness of the ride. Even so, the softest mode is still bumpier than the Skoda Karoq and Volvo XC40. On the plus side, the firm ride helps the Formentor feel agile around corners, with very little body lean.

Inside, the Formentor has an upmarket interior, although the low driving position somewhat restricts rear visibility. Despite the sleek shape, there’s enough room for rear passengers, although the BMW X2 and XC40 offer slightly more. A 450-litre boot is also reasonable for a family SUV.

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