A £15,000 budget unlocks a lot of high-quality, nearly new SUVs. Here are our favourites
Thumb through new-car brochures and you’ll notice that £15,000 may only buy you a small hatchback, perhaps with some change for a tank of petrol.
But look to the nearly new and used market, and you’ll get much more space and tech for your budget. The sheer amount of choice of used SUVs for £15,000 is dazzling – we’ve picked 10 of the best, but there are plenty more even just a couple of years old.
Our choices are listed alphabetically. All are available from Motorpoint with low mileage and warranty cover included. Browse all our used SUVs for under £15,000 here.
1. Citroen C5 Aircross
Huge inside and immeasurably comfortable, the Citroen C5 Aircross is a gem. And, it’s widely available for under £15,000, which feels like incredible value for money. You can choose from petrol or diesel engines – the latter being capable of 57mpg – and a variety of trim levels, whether you want a good level of equipment or absolutely loads. If you don’t need all that space, the smaller C3 Aircross shares all these qualities and is a little easier to park.
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2. Dacia Duster
There’s a certain joy to the no-frills nature of the Dacia Duster. It’s refreshing. With even high-spec Dusters being available for well under budget, you can get that rugged, chunky feel without skimping on equipment. Everything above the Essential spec gets a touchscreen with Apple CarPlay, Android Auto and a reversing camera, plus more besides. You’ll wonder why other SUV drivers would pay so much more than you for something else!
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3. Kia Sportage
The Kia Sportage is one of the UK’s most popular SUVs, and it’s crammed full of good reasons to buy one. It’s more than spacious enough for family life, it’s easy to drive and very well equipped – even the low-level ‘2’ trim comes with heated front and rear bum warmers! We haven’t even mentioned Kia’s 7-year warranty, which could mean you can buy a used car with more remaining warranty left than a new car from another brand. Also check out the related Hyundai Tucson.
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4. MG HS
Another car with a seven-year warranty, the MG HS is a huge slice of SUV for not much cash. Rear seat space is a particular highlight, with reclining seats and acres of legroom making it really comfy for long journeys. Smartphone mirroring, a 360-degree camera and a cooled centre armrest cubby – sort of like a Rolls-Royce if you’re very generous – all come as standard, and there’s an automatic gearbox if you don’t fancy shifting gears yourself.
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5. Nissan Juke
Funky styling made the first Juke an instant success. This latest Juke still stands out, but it also feels more grown-up and complete. Passenger space no longer seems like an afterthought and its turbocharged petrol engine feels very modern, while boot space is also much better than the first-generation car. There are so many talented small SUVs, but few compete with the Juke on price – it’s a really strong option if you want to keep your spend in check.
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Peugeot 2008
The Peugeot 2008 is one of our favourite small SUVs, and a mid-range version neatly falls into our £15k budget. It offers bold looks, economical engines and an interior that’s high-quality and interestingly styled. One of the bigger models in its class, the 2008 also offers plenty of space for tall adults and tall suitcases, so you might not feel the need to stretch to the larger 3008.
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Renault Captur
Another car with a stylish design inside and out, the Renault Captur has a trump card – its sliding rear seats, which let you increase passenger or boot space to your heart’s content. Okay, so you might not buy it just for that one feature, so it’s handy that the Captur also comes with plenty of other kit as standard – such as bright LED headlights and a user-friendly touchscreen. Add in a comfy ride and a fuss-free driving experience and the Captur should prove a joy to live with.
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SEAT Arona
Have a look at our SEAT Arona selection and you’ll spot that there are a wide variety of trim levels available for your budget. All but the very newest used cars cost under £15,000 at the time of writing, so you could choose the racy FR and FR Sport or the premium-spec Xcellence Lux and still stay within your means. The Arona shares parts with the Skoda Kamiq and Volkswagen T-Cross, and is surprisingly spacious and robust-feeling.
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Skoda Karoq
Don’t dismiss the Skoda Karoq for its vanilla styling – it’s a fantastic family SUV that happens to fall neatly within the confines of our budget. The 1.0-litre petrol engine might sound small but we found it more than powerful enough to get the Karoq up to motorway speeds quickly, and if you take it easy it’ll achieve almost 50mpg. You might also be surprised at how good the Karoq’s handling is, and just how much space is on offer in its boxy cabin. Every family SUV buyer should have the Karoq on their shortlist.
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Vauxhall Grandland X
We won’t pretend the Vauxhall Grandland X is exciting, but it’s a brilliant appliance to ferry the family around in. A hushed, comfortable ride is joined by a versatile interior and, of course, excellent value for money. Find a trim level you like – there are lots, confusingly – and you’ll get a solidly built dashboard with plenty of tech to make daily life easier.
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