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MOM has the last word
It may have lost some ground to the newer arrivals from Ford and VW but the Combo is still a competitive package, thanks to its new engine range. And with a weight saving of around 300kg it's a lighter approach to what is Increasingly becoming a heavyweight category.
It drives well, has low ownership costs and excellent load carrying capabilities. If lightweight urban deliveries are your thing the 1.3-litre option should be fine, but be aware that hauling heavier loads aver long distances really requires more power and therefore the 1.7-litre option.
But though the new engine keeps it in the running it's let down by a lack of refinement from the rear load-space that is bound to raise the driver's stress levels over long distances. This may be solved by the extra soundproofing / but it's a definite negative in what is, overall, still a competent package.