Body Styles Explained
Not sure what separates an MPV from an SUV, or a crew van from a panel van? Browse each body style with a plain-English explanation and live stock.
Hatchback
A hatchback is a compact car with a rear door that opens upwards, giving easy access to a boot that's integrated into the main cabin. They're usually the most affordable and efficient option, and a popular choice for city driving, commuting and first-time drivers.
View Hatchback vehiclesSaloon
A saloon (or 'sedan') is a traditional three-box car with a separate boot compartment behind the rear seats. Saloons tend to offer a quieter, more refined ride than a hatchback, and are a popular choice for business and executive driving.
View Saloon vehiclesEstate
An estate car extends the roofline of a saloon or hatchback right to the back of the car, dramatically increasing boot space while keeping the practicality and driving manners of a family car. A great choice if you need to carry bulky loads regularly.
View Estate vehiclesSUV
A Sport Utility Vehicle (SUV) combines a raised driving position and a spacious, versatile cabin with car-like handling. SUVs range from small crossovers to large 7-seat models, and are currently the most popular body style on UK roads.
View SUV vehiclesCoupe
A coupe is a sportier, usually two-door car with a lower, more sloping roofline than a saloon or hatchback. Coupes prioritise style and driving enjoyment, often at the expense of some rear seat and boot space.
View Coupe vehiclesConvertible
A convertible (or 'cabriolet') features a folding or removable roof, letting you drive open-top when the weather allows. They combine everyday usability with the enjoyment of open-air motoring.
View Convertible vehiclesMPV
A Multi-Purpose Vehicle (MPV) is designed around maximum passenger and load-carrying practicality, typically with 5 to 7 seats and a boxier shape than an SUV. MPVs are a popular choice for larger families.
View MPV vehiclesPanel Van
A panel van is a fully enclosed commercial vehicle with no rear side windows, designed to maximise secure load space for tradespeople, couriers and businesses. Available from small car-derived vans up to large long-wheelbase models.
View Panel Van vehiclesCrew Van
A crew van (or 'combi van') combines a second row of passenger seats with a load area behind, letting you carry a small team and their equipment in the same vehicle — ideal for contractors and trade teams.
View Crew Van vehiclesPickup Truck
A pickup truck pairs an enclosed cab with an open load bed at the rear, offering rugged load-carrying and towing capability. Many modern pickups are also comfortable enough for everyday family use.
View Pickup Truck vehiclesLuton Van
A Luton van features a large box body that overhangs the cab, maximising cubic load volume for removals and bulky deliveries. Popular models include the Renault Master Luton and Volkswagen Crafter Luton.
View Luton Van vehiclesMinibus
A minibus is a van-based or purpose-built vehicle designed to carry a larger group of passengers, typically 9 seats or more, ideal for group transport, community transport and corporate shuttle use.
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