Each one of the models listed in the top five MPV/compact MPV list offers something different from the opposition. Retaining its title from last year, Volkswagen'’s Touran provides seven-seat practicality with discreet styling. You say there is no better all-round people carrier available in the UK. The second-placed Ford Focus-based C-MAX seats only five, but comes with a more dynamic package at tempting prices. In third spot is Vauxhall’'s Zafira, which majors on delivering the ultimate in compact-MPV versatility. The firm will be disappointed with its car'’s 51st place finish overall, although third in class shows the latest Zafira is more than a match for the competition. Fourth position goes to Citroen'’s Xsara Picasso. It'’s as old as the hills but, given its unfeasibly cheap prices, we’'re not surprised when you tell us it delivers fine practicality-per-pound. Due to the relatively low number of MPVs in the top 100, Renault'’s Scenic/Grand Scenic makes it into the top five here, despite a score that’'s below the class average.