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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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New & used car deals

Hyundai Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

RRP £29,820Avg. savings £5,752 off RRP*Used from £10,195
MG MG4

MG MG4

RRP £27,005Used from £10,200
Volkswagen Polo

Volkswagen Polo

RRP £15,255Avg. savings £1,912 off RRP*Used from £7,299
Volkswagen Golf

Volkswagen Golf

RRP £24,625Avg. savings £2,502 off RRP*Used from £11,923
* Average savings are calculated daily based on the best dealer prices on Auto Express vs manufacturer RRP
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