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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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Skoda Kodiaq

Skoda Kodiaq

RRP £39,025Avg. savings £3,224 off RRP*Used from £12,125
Volkswagen Golf

Volkswagen Golf

RRP £25,235Avg. savings £2,952 off RRP*Used from £11,012
Vauxhall Corsa

Vauxhall Corsa

RRP £19,690Avg. savings £5,321 off RRP*Used from £11,499
Volkswagen Tiguan

Volkswagen Tiguan

RRP £38,030Avg. savings £3,533 off RRP*Used from £25,726
* Average savings are calculated daily based on the best dealer prices on Auto Express vs manufacturer RRP
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