When buying a large van, there are things you need to consider. Not only does it need to have enough space to store cargo and equipment, but also provide an excellent driving experience to ensure the van can handle all sorts of jobs.
With cities across England introducing congestion charges for driving in city centres, it’s important that the van you buy meets those regulations. For businesses that are reliant on travelling across the country, factoring fuel costs can make a big difference to a business’ operating costs.
At Nationwide Cars, we have a variety of vans to suit any business or self-employed tradesperson. Our latest blog covers the best large vans to buy in 2022.
Ford Transit
For more than half a century, the Ford Transit has been the best large van among many commercial businesses and the self-employed.
The 2-litre EcoBlue engine provides excellent fuel economy, as well as plenty of power to navigate through city streets and motorways. There are many Transit models to choose from, which includes the Leader and Tipper and come with a choice of rear and front-wheel drive options.
The Transit has plenty of load space, making it easy for cargo drivers to transport and deliver cargo. Businesses who rely heavily on travelling can always depend on the versatility and efficiency of the Ford Transit to help them do their job well.
Citroen Relay
While there are plenty of competitors vying for a share of the large van pie, the Citroen Relay stakes its claim as one of the best large vans on the market.
Under the bonnet, you’ll find a 2.2-litre BlueHDI engine, which provides good fuel economy, as well as plenty of power. The Relay not only provides excellent driveability and lots of space to store whatever cargo it can handle, but it also doubles up as a mobile office with its fold-down desk.
For a business that’s looking to upgrade its fleet of vans, the Citroen Relay is one of the most attractive large vans on the market.
Peugeot Boxer
The Peugeot Boxer has a lot in common with the Citroen Relay. Both vans have the same 2.2-litre BlueHDI engine, which meets the strict EURO 6 standard euro emissions, making both vans compliant with cities that have congestion charge zones.
Peugeot’s Boxer stands out in the large van space with the range of van models that it has to offer. From the Professional to Asphalt models, it’s guaranteed that the Boxer has plenty of load space to carry all sorts of equipment, cargo and parcels without affecting the ride quality of the van. The Boxer has one of the most durable and spacious interiors in a large van, making it a joy to sit in.
Volkswagen Crafter
While the Volkswagen Crafter is slightly more expensive than its large van counterparts, Volkswagen justifies its price tag with plenty of comfort, load space and driveability.
With a choice of three different body lengths, the Volkswagen Crafter’s load space and height can be tailored to suit your business needs. You can also choose whether to have the Crafter with front or rear-wheel drive, which can affect how much cargo and equipment you can store inside the van.
The 2 litre TDI engine under the bonnet is reliable and provides plenty of fuel economy for a van of its size. At 37 miles per gallon, you can save thousands of pounds on filling up on fuel while driving from one job to another, thus reducing your business operating costs.
Fiat Ducato
Businesses of all shapes and sizes who are looking to buy a new van cannot go wrong with the Fiat Ducato. While the Ducato is slightly cheaper than the Volkswagen Crafter, it comes with plenty of load space to carry all sorts of equipment and cargo.
With a choice of short, medium and long wheelbases, you can tailor the van to suit your business needs. The Ducato’s Multijet engine provides good fuel consumption while making the van a pleasure to drive in any environment. Where the van shines the most is with its handling, as its tight turning circle makes it great for driving in narrow city streets. If you have a business that operates primarily in cities, the Ducato can handle superbly well, even when it has a load full of cargo.
When looking to buy a large van, you want to make sure that it not only drives well but has plenty of load space. It also needs to be comfortable and durable enough to handle all sorts of situations. At Nationwide Cars, we have a wide range of large vans to choose from, which can be used for all sorts of businesses.
You can speak to one of our colleagues, who can help with any questions you have about our range of large vans. We also provide finance options that can help with financing your large van.
