The best used cars for seven people: SUVs, minivans - prices up to 45 thousand. PLN (PHOTO)

To occasionally carry seven people in a car, you should not invest in a large fuel-intensive bus. More and more cars with an additional row of seats appear on the market.

At the moment, seven-seater cars are offered on the market by most major manufacturers. The principle is usually the same - the seating arrangement is classic 2 + 3 with two folding seats hidden in the cargo compartment. Every day, the trunk in such a car is used to transport goods, but if necessary, one or two passengers can be seated in it. Depending on the model, the seat can be completely disassembled or quickly folded. A seven-seater car can be bought for about PLN 8-10 thousand. zloty. In this price range, the most popular are French and Italian cars, led by Fiat Ulysse and Peugeot 806, as well as German-Spanish troikas - Ford Galaxy, Seat Alhambra and Volkswagen Sharan. Many drivers also choose Renault Scenic.

– Having about 15 thousand PLN, it is best to choose Scenica II generation. This choice is supported by a relatively young vintage for little money. I recommend 1,9 dCi petrol and diesel engines, which are much better than the 1.5 dCi unit,” says Marek Schmuk, owner of the Fiszman dealership in Lancut. A good price-quality-vintage ratio is also an advantage of the Opel Zafira II. For such a car, however, you need to prepare more than 20 thousand. PLN, so we put it in the second price range of our statement. After the Toyota Avensis Verso and Corolla Verso, this is the best choice in a group of up to 30 people, according to Marek Shmuk. zloty.

With over 40 PLN, the Nissan Qashqai +2 version is worth considering. In the engine range, in addition to a pleasant two-liter turbodiesel, gasoline units are recommended. – In any case, petrol cars are selling better and better, regardless of brand. Although they consume slightly more fuel, the overall cost of their operation is lower. It is cheaper to change oil and filters, there are no problems with the mass flywheel, diesel particulate filter or injections that are sensitive to low-quality fuel, says Marek Szmuk. When analyzing the used car market, in our opinion, we have chosen the most interesting offers of seven-seat cars.

Cars under PLN 15 XNUMX

Renault Grand Scenic II

Although a five-seat version has been on the market since 2003 as a Grand variant, the car hit showrooms in 2004 and was in production for five years. Its advantage is its modern design and timeless silhouette. Trouble-free specimens have no problems with corrosion. In the classic version, the length of the car is 4259 mm, in the seven-seater - 4493 mm. A difference of just over 23 cm does not guarantee exceptional passenger comfort in the last row of seats. Children can easily fit here, but there will be little space for adults.

Engines? Petrol versions 1,4 98 HP, 1,6 115 HP, 2,0 136 HP and 2,0 turbo 163 hp Turbo diesels are 1.5 dCi in versions of 85, 101 and 105 hp, 1,9 dCi 110, 120 and 130 hp. and 2,0 dCi 150 hp In the petrol range, the absolute minimum is 1,6 115 hp, and a reasonable choice is 2,0 136 hp. Among diesel engines, the 2,0 unit, which was developed by Japanese Nissan specialists together with Renault engineers, is considered the most durable. Engines 1,5 and 1,9 are more emergency, they are mainly concerned about the malfunction of equipment, turbochargers and injection systems. However, if you decide on one of them, then you should bet on 1.9 dCi 130 hp, because this is the most advanced unit. The biggest advantage of the Scenic is its good price for relatively young specimens. A 2004 car can be bought for about 14-15 thousand zlotys. zloty.

Chrysler Voyager

While the car doesn't get the best reviews and is generally considered an emergency, it does have its perks. This is primarily a low purchase price. A 1999-2000 car can be bought for about 8-9 thousand. PLN, and with 15 thousand PLN and, if we are lucky, we will find a well-equipped seven-seat multifunctional version that has been on the market since 2001.

Voyager's advantages are, first of all, a very spacious and comfortable cabin. Disadvantages? CRD diesel engines, which suffer from various kinds of shortcomings, mainly related to the injection system. Therefore, petrol units are more recommended. And here you can choose between engines 2,4 147 or 152 hp, 3,3 V6 174 hp. front wheel drive or 4×4 and 3,8 V6 218 hp also available in two drive variants. Due to the large appetite for fuel, for the average Kowalski, each of them will require a conversion to LPG. Due to the recommended installation of two cylinders and a good class system, it can even cost 3,5-4,5 thousand. zloty.

Ford Galaxy

This is a cheaper alternative to the Volkswagen Sharan twin, considered a minivan model. Galaxy I generation was produced in 1995-2005. During production in 2000, he underwent a major facelift, which consists in redesigning the front and rear of the body and cab. Prices for used copies start at about 5 thousand. PLN, and with 15 thousand PLN, you can find a facelift version, which is available in five engine options.

Petrol units 2,0 116 hp, 2,3 145 hp and 2,8 V6 204 hp Volkswagen 1,9 TDI diesels with 115 hp, 130 and 150 hp have a reputation for being very durable. The 2,0 petrol engine is underpowered for this car, and the 2,8 V6 has a good appetite for fuel. The best choice is 2,3, which works great in combination with a good gas installation. Unfortunately, the Ford Galaxy had problems with corrosion, so it is best to look for a car that has undergone regular inspection not only in terms of mechanics, but also in terms of bodywork.

Fiat Ulysses

The second generation of this car, produced in 2002-2011, is one of the most interesting proposals in this price range. The car offers a spacious and comfortable interior, it is available in versions capable of carrying from 5 to 8 people. Corrosion problems in accident-free vehicles are rare. 2,0 JTD 109 hp diesel engines available. and 2,2 JTD 128 hp, as well as 2,0 136 hp petrol engines. and 3,0 V6 204 hp The volume of the luggage compartment is from 324 to 2948 liters, depending on the layout and number of seats.

Modern design is the strong point of this model. Unusual solutions can be seen primarily in the cockpit. The clock is located centrally between the driver and passenger, and the short shift knob comes straight out of the center console. A functional solution - sliding doors on both sides of the body. For a well-groomed, functional copy in the facelift version, you will have to pay from 11 thousand. zł up. Twins for him are the Peugeot 807 and Citroen C8, which can be purchased at a similar price.

Toyota Avensis Verso

This is a car that is the successor to the not so popular Picnic model. On the market from 2001 to 2006. The basis for the production of this car was the Avensis II platform. But the car received a larger, roomy body and an increased wheelbase. Engines durable petrol 2,0 150 h.p. and a good turbodiesel 2,0 D4D 115 hp There is an even more powerful 2,4 petrol version on sale, but it is very difficult to find such a machine.

Prices for copies of 2001-2002 start at about 13-14 thousand. zloty. In terms of style, it is not as interesting as the Fiat Ulysse, but in terms of durability it surpasses most cars available for the same price.

Cars under PLN 30 XNUMX

Toyota Corolla Verso II

This is a car that has been quite successful in the European market. The second generation, produced in 2004-2009 in Turkey, is a car known primarily for its reliable engines. Petrol engines 1,6 110 hp and 1,8 129 hp, and diesels 2,0 116 hp and 2,2 in versions 136 and 177 hp. The most recommended are the dynamic and economical 1,8 with a variable valve timing system and a two-liter turbodiesel.

More powerful diesel units are more emergency. Since the car is only 4370 mm long, there is no reason to expect above average comfort after two extra seats. The car will become more maneuverable in the city and will consume less fuel. The problem of corrosion of this model does not apply to it, the design and workmanship are at a good level. The advantage is the high level of safety, which received five stars in EuroNCAP crash tests. Prices for used copies start at about 19-20 thousand. zloty.

Volkswagen Turan

The first generation of the car debuted in 2003. In 2006, the car underwent a major facelift and was produced until 2012 without major modifications. The car is built on the Golf V platform, which means that there is definitely not as much space here as in minivans. Five seats are standard, but if necessary, two additional seats can be expanded in the luggage compartment.

VW Touran is a corrosion-resistant galvanized body and good engines. Gasoline engines 1,4 TSI 140 and 170 KM (these units are not recommended due to their complex design and high fault tolerance), 1,6 MPI 102 M, 1,6 FSI 155 KM and 2,0 FSI 150 KM. Less commonly, but on the market you can also find EcoFuel 1,4 and 2,0 units running on CNG natural gas. Diesels - 1,9 TDI (90 and 105 hp) and 2,0 TDI (140 and 170 hp). Emergency unit 2.0 TDI 140 hp with pump nozzles is best avoided. In the case of petrol engines, important information concerns the LPG system. It will only work correctly with the MPI engine. Installations for other units equipped with direct fuel injection are just appearing on the market, they are very expensive and have not yet been developed enough. VW Touran before facelift costs about 18,5-20 thousand. zloty. The youngest car produced after 2006 - at least 27 thousand. zloty.

Renault Space IV

The version produced since 2002 is currently very popular in the secondary market. Due to the attractive price, drivers most often choose cars from the beginning of production and the first units of the facelift version, slightly modernized in 2006. Compared to other minivans on the market, the Espace stands out primarily for its cosmic design. Switches, knobs and storage are exactly where you'd expect them to be. At first glance, the cockpit of a supersonic aircraft resembles a large expanse of plastic topped only by a centrally located large display. The build quality of the car is decent, but owners often complain that even in cars with low mileage, cracks are poorly fitted and plastics are bent. Relatively often, electronics stuffed with Renault Espace from floor to ceiling fail. This makes it possible, for example, to open the door without using the remote control (for vehicles with HandsFree). The Achilles' heel is the code card that starts the engine and opens the door. The first symptoms of malfunctions are intermittent problems with unlocking the lock or starting the engine. Over time, they gain strength and make it impossible to fully start the vehicle. The reason is the fragile elements of the card, which, when used, are disconnected from the main board. Paths also break up very often. The cost of buying a new card in ASO is up to PLN 1000. Fortunately, more and more electronic services can repair them, and the cost of such a service usually does not exceed PLN 100-150.

The Espace engine range is primarily dCi diesels. The 1,9, 2,0, 2,2 and 3,0 engines are available in eleven power levels, from 117 to 180 hp. Due to poor performance and low reliability, users do not recommend the 1,9 117 hp unit. The most popular versions are 2,0 dCi in 130, 150 and 175 hp versions. and 2,2 dCi with 130 or 150 hp. These units have a good reputation, although they have their drawbacks. There are problems with controllers, relatively often they require repair or replacement of fuel injectors. The cost of regeneration is about PLN 450-550 per unit. Replacing with a new one costs twice as much. Drivers also complain about weak turbochargers that require replacement or regeneration after 100-120 thousand. km. A safer option is the Espace with a gasoline engine. There are two atmospheric 2,0 units with a capacity of 135 or 140 hp to choose from. For thrill-seekers, there is a 2,0 turbo engine with 170 hp. and 245 V3,5 6V with 24 hp. However, the last two engines are voracious. A two-liter car burns up to 15 liters per hundred in the city, the V6 unit needs 18-19 liters. The most common malfunctions are related to ignition coils. Fortunately, there are many substitutes on the market that can be bought for about PLN 80-100 each. The Renault Espace's suspension is very comfortable, but does not endure the hardships of driving on Polish roads. Most often, rubber bushings, fingers, stabilizer struts come out. But even here the prices for spare parts are moderately low. In trouble-free cars, you should not be afraid of corrosion. A 2003 car can be bought for about 13. PLN and about 30 thousand PLN is enough for a car of 2006-2007.

Opel Zafira II

Compact MPV from the Opel stable is one of the most popular models in its segment. The car was produced in 2005-2010, incl. at the plant in Gliwice. The Zafira received a subtle facelift in 2008, which mainly consisted of changing the look of the front and rear lights. The car receives positive marks for workmanship and durability, although problems with the injection system (diesel) and corrosion have been on examples since the beginning of production.

Line of gasoline engines: 1,6 105 hp, 1,8 140 hp, 2,2 150 hp and 2,0 turbo in 200 and 240 hp variants. 1,7 CDTI diesels with 110 or 125 hp co-developed with Fiat and recommended 1,9 CDTI with 120 or 150 hp. The offer also includes vehicles powered by compressed natural gas (CNG). They are based on a 1,6 engine, an atmospheric version with a power of 95 hp. and a turbocharged version developing 150 hp. Depending on the number of seats and the location of the seats, the volume of the luggage compartment can vary from 140 to 1820 liters. Prices for used copies in good condition start at 23 thousand. zloty. 30 thousand PLN is the amount that allows you to buy a car from 2010.

Seat Alhambra

The first generation was produced from 1996 to 2010. As with the twin models Ford Galaxy and Volkswagen Sharan, the facelift was carried out in 2000. The car received more expressive forms, a modified cabin and upgraded engines. According to drivers and mechanics, this is a very durable model that pays for itself with long, trouble-free driving with regular oil changes and service. In addition, it boasts excellent anti-corrosion protection and a very spacious interior. Available petrol engines: 1,8 20V 150 HP turbocharged, 2,0 115 hp naturally aspirated and 2,8 VR6 24V with 204 hp.

1,9 TDI diesels in 90, 110, 115, 130 and 150 hp versions. and 2,0 TDI 140 hp The worst reviews are received by the two-liter version, which had problems with the cylinder head and injection system, especially in the early stages of production. The most interesting gasoline engine is a 1,8 turbo, dynamic and relatively economical. Combined fuel consumption is about 11 liters per hundred in his case, which is a good result for the size of the car. A used Alhambra in a polished version can be bought for about 13 thousand. zł, and copies of 2008-2010 are about 28-30 thousand. zloty.

Citroen Grand C4 Picasso

The car produced in 2006-2013 is one of the most beautiful models in the segment. In addition to a streamlined body, it offers a modern cabin and often very rich equipment. The luggage compartment holds 208 liters of cargo with the three rows of seats folded down to 670 liters for the five-seater version. If in the first and second row from the seat to the ceiling, the height of the space is 966 and 973 mm, respectively, then in the last row it is 853 mm, which is the least comfortable place. Gasoline engines are turbocharged 1,6 THP (140-156 hp) and naturally aspirated 1,6 VTi 120 hp, 1,8 125 hp. and 2,0 140 hp In the diesel range, Citroen offers 1,6 HDI with 109 or 112 hp. and 2,0 HDI in 136, 150 and 163 hp versions. Without a particulate filter, the weakest versions of both units are produced. Grand C4 Picasso is not a cheap car, a copy of 2006 is not less than 24 thousand. zloty. For 30 thousand. PLN, you can buy a car from 2009.

Cars under PLN 45 XNUMX

Ford C-MAX

It's a handy combination of Mondeo and Galaxy. The Mondeo S-Max is mostly based on the floor slab and cab, while the Galaxy's interior is slightly larger. The car has been produced since 2006, a year later he won the poll for the title of European car of the year. In 2010, the S-Max received a facelift, with new headlights, restyled bumpers and chrome accents.

Gasoline units 2,0 145 hp, 2,3 161 hp can work under the hood. and 2,5 220 hp Diesels - Ford 1,8 TDCi (100 or 125 hp) or 2,0 TDCi (130, 140 and 163 hp) and 2,2 TDCi 175 hp, developed jointly with PSA. Two-liter engines, both gasoline and diesel, deserve special attention. Diesel units do not run on poor quality fuel and are usually expensive to repair. Unfortunately, the S-Max also has corrosion issues. Prices for used cars in good condition start from PLN 35 45 and for PLN 2009 thousand, you can buy a car from XNUMX.

Nissan Qashqai +2

The five-door version of the Qashqai has been on the market since 2006, but the model marked +2 debuted two years later. It's 22cm longer, and the slightly different rear end accommodates two extra seats. Petrol engines 1,6 117 hp and 2,0 141 hp There are three dCi diesels. The weakest - 1,5-liter engine develops 110 hp, 1,6 - 130 hp, and 2,0 - 150 hp. The car is available in front- or all-wheel drive versions. The luggage compartment holds 4 liters of cargo with the seven seats folded down. In a five-seater comparison, its capacity increases to 4 liters, and with the seats folded down it reaches 130 liters. zloty.

Volvo XC90

A very popular SUV, produced since 2002. A five-seat version is standard, but you can also find a version with two extra seats on the market. The car is not too big, it was built on a floor slab, which was also used, in particular, in the C60. With 7 seats folded down, the luggage compartment volume is just over 240 liters, and by folding all the second and third row seats, it can be increased to 1837 liters.

Available petrol engines: 2,5 210 hp, 2,9 272 hp, 3,2 238 hp and 4,4 315 hp The 2,4 diesel was available in several versions ranging from 163 to 200 hp. The biggest advantage of this model is its high strength, both mechanically and in terms of finishing materials. Prices for the XC90 start at about 28. PLN for versions from the start of production. 45 thousand PLN is enough for a well-preserved copy of 2005.

Chevrolet Captiva

The first generation of the car, produced from 2006 to 2010, is one of the cheapest, but at the same time more successful SUVs on the market. The body length of 4635 mm offers from 465 to 930 liters of luggage space, which is reduced by folding two additional seats. Front-wheel drive is standard, but richer versions were equipped with all-wheel drive.

Petrol engines 2,4 141 hp and 3,2 230 hp In the diesel range, you can choose between three versions of the two-liter engine - with a capacity of 127 or 150 hp. The captiva is not made perfectly, some plastics are harsh, crackling is heard with higher mileage. You can also read a lot of reviews on the durability of the suspension and engines on Internet forums, and drivers can finally complain about the five-speed gearbox. But most recognize that the shortcomings are offset by the affordable price of the car. Captiva 2006 can be bought for about 28 thousand. PLN that in this segment is a really good offer.

Mitsubishi Autlender XNUMX

The car has been on the market since 2005. Engine versions are petrol 2,0 147 km, 2,4 170 km and 3,0 220 km. There are also three diesel engines, the weakest is a two-liter unit with a capacity of 140 hp, and a 2,2 engine is available in versions with 156 and 177 hp. Depending on the version (5-7 seats) and the location of the seats, the luggage compartment holds from 220 to 1691 liters of cargo. The advantage of the Outlander is the optional all-wheel drive, which is a very successful design for Mitsubishi. Slightly worse with interior design, which is not of the highest quality. Prices for used copies start at about 38-39 thousand. zloty.

Volkswagen Carp

One of the most popular minivans on the Polish market. Seats in a 2-3-2 layout allow you to comfortably carry five adult passengers and two children. Available engines: petrol 1,8 turbo 150 hp, 2,0 115 hp and 2,8 VR6 204 hp Diesels come in 1,9 TDI versions of 90, 115, 130 and 150 hp. and 2,0 TDI 140 hp (Not recommended). All of them are turbocharged. Of the three Sharans, Galaxy and Alhambra, Volkswagen is the most expensive and is considered the best deal. Of particular note is the version sold after 2004, when the car underwent a second facelift. This was followed, in particular, by more modern taillights with chrome fittings, also placed around the grille and on the doors. The trunk in this car is from 255 to 2610 liters. The prices of the version after the second facelift are at least 30 thousand. PLN, but a copy of 2008-2009 will cost 38-39 thousand. zloty.