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How to look good for less

Must-haves vs cut-price alternatives (Issue 1,055)

How to look good for less

There was nothing more important in 2009 than saving money – but what if you could watch the pennies and still stay in vogue? We selected four of the must-have models of the moment, and then hunted down a quartet
of cut-price alternatives which promised a similar ownership experience.

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Nissan Qashqai

Nissan Qashqai

RRP £27,415Avg. savings £6,037 off RRP*Used from £10,333
Renault Clio

Renault Clio

RRP £16,160Avg. savings £3,354 off RRP*Used from £7,195
Dacia Spring

Dacia Spring

RRP £14,995Avg. savings £4,588 off RRP*
Hyundai Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

RRP £29,820Avg. savings £6,182 off RRP*Used from £12,295
* Average savings are calculated daily based on the best dealer prices on Auto Express vs manufacturer RRP
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