Fuel efficiency has quickly become the most important thing to take into consideration when shopping around for your new van. It’s crucial that the van you buy has low running costs, which will make it easier for you to spend less money on running costs every year, particularly when it comes to filling up on petrol.
While there are plenty of vans on the market that are fuel efficient, we’ve listed the top 5 most economical vans to buy for commercial use. Not only can you use your van for your business, but it can be a chance to convert it into a camper van and create your own home from home.
Ford Transit Courier
When it comes to the most economical small vans on the market, the Ford Transit Courier comes out on top. The 1.5 litre TDCi engine delivers 62.8mpg, which means that you can deliver parcels or equipment without worrying about going to fill up at the next petrol station.
The Transit Courier’s impressive mpg figures are down to its Stop Start and Active Grille Shutter, which work together to save fuel, as well as CO2 emissions. If you’re driving in a city, the stop start feature can turn the engine off when stopping at the lights or when stuck in traffic on a main road.
Not only is the Transit Courier one of the most economical small vans, but it also has plenty of storage space. It means that you can store more parcels and equipment inside the van, which is extremely useful for business owners who specialise in trades such as plumbing or construction.
Ford Transit Custom
Ford’s medium-sized equivalent of the Transit, the Transit Custom has put itself up there as one of the most economical medium vans in its class. The 2.0 litre EcoBlue diesel engine manages to do 45.6 mpg, which means that you can store plenty of cargo in the van and not have to worry about filling up on diesel.
If you run a plastering business, the Transit Custom’s impressive fuel economy means that you can store all your equipment that you need to plaster walls. Ford’s SYNC feature also has Voice Control and Appsync, which means that you can take phone calls or play music by using voice commands.
The Transit Custom’s size makes it great for a camper van conversion. You can add a bedroom and kitchen inside the van, thus saving you hundreds of pounds paying for a hotel room you are staying in for a few days. For people within the trades industries, these economical medium vans are fully customisable, so you can have a workshop on wheels.
Citroen Dispatch
While the Ford Transit Custom is a very versatile medium van, the Citroen Dispatch holds its own. In terms of miles per gallon, the Dispatch delivers 45.7mpg with its 1.5 litre BlueHDi engine, which is slightly more than Ford’s medium-sized van offering.
There are plenty of opportunities when it comes to customising your Citroen Dispatch, both inside and outside the van. Whether you decide to convert your van into a camper van or as a delivery vehicle for food and drink, the possibilities are endless.
The Citroen Dispatch not only delivers with fuel economy and customisation opportunities, it’s also a comfortable van to drive. It means that you can enjoy long journeys without having to worry about having to stop at the nearest service station for fuel or rest.
Toyota Proace
Toyota’s Proace is a medium van that packs a punch in terms of fuel economy, putting itself right up there with the likes of the Citroen Dispatch and Ford Transit Custom. At 42.2mpg, the Proace is one of the most economical medium vans on the market, which is down to its 1.5 litre diesel engine.
Not only does the Proace make for a great commercial van for a delivery business, but it has plenty of space at its disposal for a camper van conversion. It means that you can turn the empty load space into a van that can be used to create unforgettable holidays with your family.
The Proace’s interior, with its fabric seats and manually reclining seats make the driver and passengers feel at one with the van. It’s perfect for long-distance trips when working on client jobs to getting to the nearest campsite, it's a van that works well for any occasion.
Peugeot Partner
Peugeot’s Partner gives the Ford Transit Custom a run for its money in the fuel economy department. Its 1.5litre BlueHDi engine, which produces just over 100 bhp is able to deliver 55.7mpg on one tank of diesel, which is impressive for a van of its size.
The Partner’s fuel economy means that you won’t have to spend thousands of pounds on running costs or diesel. For businesses that require plenty of driving from one job to another, such as couriers and decorators, it’s worth choosing a Peugeot Partner as your daily drive.
While the Partner has plenty of load space, it also has space in the driver’s cabin to store your food, drink and equipment. It means that you won’t have to worry about needing to put all your stuff in the door compartment storage section of the van.
How Nationwide Cars Can Help Find An Economical Commercial Van For Your Business
Finding your perfect van that’s economical on fuel will save you thousands of pounds per year on running costs. The 5 vans we’ve listed in this blog will give you some inspiration when it comes to choosing a van that’s right for your business or for a camper van conversion.
If you have any questions about finding the most economical commercial van for your business or camper van conversion, our team at Nationwide Cars will be on hand to help. You can contact one of our colleagues today and they’ll be able to guide you through the van buying process, as well as the finance options to help you finance your van.
