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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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MG MG4

MG MG4

RRP £27,005Avg. savings £7,825 off RRP*Used from £13,300
Volkswagen Golf

Volkswagen Golf

RRP £24,625Avg. savings £2,462 off RRP*Used from £11,847
Omoda 5

Omoda 5

RRP £23,990Avg. savings £2,161 off RRP*
Kia Sportage

Kia Sportage

RRP £28,065Avg. savings £3,153 off RRP*Used from £15,600
* Average savings are calculated daily based on the best dealer prices on Auto Express vs manufacturer RRP
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