Although the first-generation Citroen Picasso was a big hit with buyers, the Xsara-based MPV was some way from being the best offering on the market. However, all that changed with the arrival of the latest C4-based version, which has immediately become the benchmark for the sector.

It’s not hard to see the attraction. The ‘gloopy’ lines of its predecessor have given way to sharp edges and bold design features that ensure the Picasso is one of the most striking and handsome MPVs money can buy.

And it’s not only the contemporary look that makes it a deserving winner of our honour – it’s equally impressive inside, too.