Skoda Superb SE 2.0 TDI

Kicking off our £350 monthly budget category is yet another Skoda! The multi-talented Superb has raised the benchmark in the large family car class, and the firm’s flexible approach to finance makes it a realistic choice for a wide range of buyers.

But even if you set your sights on the punchy, frugal 140bhp 2.0-litre TDI diesel, you needn’t break the bank.

While the 7.8 per cent finance isn’t the lowest around, buyers wanting to keep hold of the car will be drawn in by the £7,584 final payment – which is very competitive for models at this price level. Before then, you’ll have to place a £3,029.25
deposit, stump up a first monthly fee of £474.80 and then pay 34 monthly instalments of £349.80.

These are tempting figures for a vehicle that can tackle anything a growing family can throw at it. A huge boot, massive rear legroom and the kind of long-distance comfort that used to be the preserve of models in the luxury class make this Skoda a must on anyone’s shortlist. That’s why it was crowned Best Family Car in the Auto Express New Car Awards 2010 (Issue 1,126).

And if the regular Superb doesn’t have enough room, check out the load-carrying version. It picked up the Best Estate award, cementing this Skoda’s position as king of the family cars.