In the UK, the small SUV body style is associated with nothing more than the suburban family. MPVs (minivans) are disappearing, driven mainly now only by older people who appreciate the easier access and have zero interest in cool.
The French have always been the masters of the MPV. Renault arguably invented it with its first Espace. Manufacturers such as Peugeot and Renault have successfully transformed their MPV offerings, keeping them almost as practical as the MPV form that preceded them, while reshaping the body to look more shoe-like.
My own take is that certain forms are just more appealing. Large wheels, high waistline, jutting bonnet (hood). Why this should be I have to admit I cannot work out. But do aesthetics have a "why"?
I drive an MPV, an Opel Meriva, and I love its practicality while hating its aesthetic.
Renault also gave us one of the maddest cars of all time with the 2 door MPV Renault Avantime. All a matter of taste, but personally I love the Avantime.
In the UK, the small SUV body style is associated with nothing more than the suburban family. MPVs (minivans) are disappearing, driven mainly now only by older people who appreciate the easier access and have zero interest in cool.
The French have always been the masters of the MPV. Renault arguably invented it with its first Espace. Manufacturers such as Peugeot and Renault have successfully transformed their MPV offerings, keeping them almost as practical as the MPV form that preceded them, while reshaping the body to look more shoe-like.
My own take is that certain forms are just more appealing. Large wheels, high waistline, jutting bonnet (hood). Why this should be I have to admit I cannot work out. But do aesthetics have a "why"?
I drive an MPV, an Opel Meriva, and I love its practicality while hating its aesthetic.