Peugeot Partner Tepee

Our verdict

Peugeot’s badge-engineered version of the Citroen Berlingo. And every bit as competent, so why do we prefer the Citroen. Is is just that silly name?

Comfort

Unsurprisingly, given the Tepee’s van-like dimensions, there’s a bit of body roll, so tell your passengers to hang on if you’re in a rush. Apart from that, they’ll be as comfy as can be back there.

Performance

A huge choice of engines, but in a nutshell it has to be a diesel and the 90bhp version is the best compromise between power and economy: it’ll manage 0-60 in 14 seconds and still give you 50mpg.

Cool

Possibly just a little bit, but only in a sort of inverted-cool way thanks to the whole van-with-windows thing. We’ve confused ourselves there.

Quality

Due to the Tepee’s van-origins, it still has a utilitarian feel inside due to the extensive use of hard plastic. That said, it’s strongly put together.

Handling

Plenty of grip and it rides bumps nicely, but that body roll will become very evident if you start thrashing the Tepee. So don’t.

Practicality

As practical as they come: masses of cubbyholes and roof compartments and other clever storage solutions. Put your keys somewhere in the Tepee for safekeeping and you’re unlikely to find them again for weeks.

Running costs

Great value for all the space you get, and with the right engine choice a good economical day-to-day car. However, for some reason the Tepee seems to lose its value quicker than the related Citroen Berlingo.