Best family cars for Motability 2024

​​Although superminis have grown to offer more space, there are times when a proper five-seat family hatchback is still what you need. Alternatively, the rise of the SUV has brought an even larger choice into the mix, although these sportier cars can't quite match a traditional MPV for pure practicality. Whatever your preference, though, Motability customers havce find plenty of choice available under the scheme.

Our experts have driven the UK's best family cars, and we've rounded up the best Motability picks right here.

​Best family cars for Motability

• Skoda Enyaq
• Citroen e-Berlingo/Vauxhall Combo Life Electric/Peugeot E-Rifter
• Dacia Jogger
• Citroen C3 Aircross
• Renault Captur
• MG HS
• Nissan Qashqai

Skoda Enyaq

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• Model: Enyaq 125kW 50 55kWh 5dr
• PIP weekly cost: total mobility allowance
• Advance payment: nil
• Car size: mid-size SUV
• Fuel type: electric
• Gearbox: automatic

With room for all the family, robust build quality and, perhaps most importantly for some, a complimentary ice scraper, the Skoda Enyaq is one of our favourite mid-size SUVs. The brand’s first fully electric car was a truly excellent debut that still holds up well against an increasing flow of newer rivals. The Enyaq 50 here has the smallest battery of the line-up — a 52kWh pack — but this still provides a range of up to 249 miles on the WLTP combined cycle. 

Citroen e-Berlingo/Vauxhall Combo Life Electric/Peugeot E-Rifter

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• Model: multiple options
• PIP weekly cost: total mobility allowance
• Advance payment: nil
• Car size: MPV
• Fuel type: electric
• Gearbox: automatic

Few vehicles are more practical than a van, and this family of van-based MPVs blend the space of a commercial vehicle with the comforts of an everyday car. Admittedly, they’re not the most stylish models to look at, but if you want acres of space, these are by far some of the best cars for the job. There’s another benefit to these MPVs, too, and that is fully electric power, so you take full advantage of zero emissions and very low running costs. 

Dacia Jogger

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• Model: Jogger 1.0 TCe Essential 5dr
• PIP weekly cost: total mobility allowance
• Advance payment: nil
• Car size: MPV
• Fuel type: petrol
• Gearbox: manual

Take a quick glance at the Dacia Jogger and you’d be forgiven for thinking that it’s actually an estate car or even an SUV. Move in a bit closer, though, and you’ll soon realise that this is actually a hugely practical seven-seat MPV — it also happens to be the cheapest seven-seater on Motability by a considerable margin. If you don’t need to carry lots of passengers, the Jogger’s humongous space means it can carry an equally huge amount of cargo. This car can also be converted into a Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle.

Citroen C3 Aircross

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• Model: C3 Aircross 1.2 PureTech 130 Max 5dr EAT6
• PIP weekly cost: total mobility allowance
• Advance payment: £495
• Car size: small SUV
• Fuel type: petrol
• Gearbox: automatic

If you prefer your sports utility vehicle to be comfortable rather than sporty, the Citroen C3 Aircross is as smooth to drive as we’ve come to expect from this particular brand. Naturally, the trade-off is an unengaging driving experience but, apart from this, the C3 Aircross is still a likeable small SUV. It’s a roomy car for its size, too, because it offers the same amount of space inside as the old C3 Picasso MPV.

Renault Captur

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• Model: Captur 1.0 TCE 90 Evolution 5dr
• PIP weekly cost: total mobility allowance
• Advance payment: £495
• Car size: small SUV
• Fuel type: petrol
• Gearbox: manual

Renault has plenty of SUVs in its current line-up, but the smallest model is one of its best. The Renault Captur has picked up our Small SUV of the Year award on more than one occasion, and the latest edition still ticks plenty of important boxes. Inside you’ll find one of the best infotainment systems on the market, and this is accompanied by some very pleasant cabin materials. Renault’s recent facelift means the Captur looks the part, too.

MG HS

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• Model: HS 1.5 T-GDI SE 5dr
• PIP weekly cost: total mobility allowance
• Advance payment: £749
• Car size: mid-size SUV
• Fuel type: petrol
• Gearbox: manual

Since it was resurrected by its new owners at SAIC Motor, MG has quickly become a key player in the UK’s SUV market. The MG HS is currently the brand’s largest vehicle, and the latest edition has taken a big step up in terms of quality. Although the petrol model here isn’t quite as refined as the plug-in hybrid, it still offers plenty of head and legroom for front and rear-seat passengers. A 507-litre boot only boosts the MG’s credentials as a family car, too.

Nissan Qashqai

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• Model: Qashqai 1.3 DiG-T MH Acenta Premium 5dr
• PIP weekly cost: total mobility allowance
• Advance payment: £749
• Car size: mid-size SUV
• Fuel type: petrol
• Gearbox: manual

The Nissan Qashqai is one of Britain’s best-selling cars, and many drivers have been scooping up this mid-size SUV since it first arrived back in 2007. Today, the latest model is a very distinctive car that feels quite upmarket in some areas, but it still offers the same family-friendly practicality that made the original a success in the first place. The 1.3-litre mild-hybrid petrol engine, meanwhile, is capable of returning more than 40mpg.

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