According to CAP Monitor, the model will retain 33% of its value after three years/60,000 miles, beating rivals from the likes of Ford, Peugeot and Renault.

In the case of the Renault Espace, the CAP Monitor figures show the Alhambra retains 12% more of its value over three years/60,000 miles.

SEAT UK Alhambra product manager James Buckell commented: 'We have worked extremely hard to make our new MPV as attractive as possible to family buyers looking for maximum value for their proverbial "buck".

'I'm very happy that the Alhambra's combination of great looks, brilliant functionality, generous standard equipment and a very competitive purchase price has clearly made a big impact on the experts at CAP.'

The new SEAT Alhambra is available to order now, with prices starting from £22,800.