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Honest reviews from drivers who use them every day. Find out which vans deliver on the job before you sign on the dotted line.
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Every van is rated across five key areas that matter most to professional drivers.
Comfort & Ergonomics
Seat quality, driving position, noise levels, cab layout, and how it feels after a full day behind the wheel.
Reliability
Breakdown frequency, build quality, electrical faults, and how well it holds up over high mileage and daily use.
Running Costs
Real-world MPG, servicing costs, insurance group, tyre wear, and total cost of ownership over a typical lease.
Load Space
Cargo volume, payload capacity, loading height, bulkhead options, and how practical the space is for real work.
Value for Money
Purchase price vs specification, residual values, standard equipment, and overall bang for your buck.
TOP RATED
Featured Van Reviews
The most popular vans on UK roads, reviewed by the drivers who rely on them every day.
Ford Transit Custom 300 Limited
Medium Van | EcoBlue 170PS
“The workhorse that just keeps going. Great payload, decent MPG, bit noisy on motorway. Ford dealers everywhere so parts and servicing are never an issue. Best all-rounder on the market.”
Courier, 9 years driving
Top Rated
Mercedes Sprinter 314 CDI
Large Van | 143PS
“Premium feel, excellent build quality. Expensive but worth it for high-mileage work. The cab is car-like, MBUX infotainment is brilliant, and it just feels like a proper step up from everything else.”
Delivery driver, 12 years driving
VW Crafter CR35 Trendline
Large Van | 2.0 TDI 140PS
“Solid van, good tech. Loading area is brilliant. Service costs are steep. The digital cockpit is a nice touch and the rear doors open to 270 degrees which is a godsend on tight deliveries.”
Tradesperson, 7 years driving
Ford Transit 350 Luton
Luton | EcoBlue 170PS
“Best Luton box on the market. Tail lift is reliable. Fuel economy could be better. If you’re doing removals or furniture delivery, this is the one to go for. Payload is generous and the box is well built.”
Removals driver, 11 years driving
Peugeot Boxer 335 Professional
Large Van | BlueHDi 140PS
“Great value for money. Surprisingly capable. Not as refined as Transit or Sprinter but does everything you need it to. Cheap to buy, cheap to run, and the load area is massive for the price.”
Fleet driver, 6 years driving
Citroen Relay 35 Enterprise
Large Van | BlueHDi 140PS
“Basically a Boxer with different badges. Does the job, priced right for small businesses. Enterprise spec gives you everything you need without the extras you don’t. No-nonsense workhorse.”
Small business owner, 8 years driving
Electric
Vauxhall Vivaro-e Electric
Medium Van | 75kWh Electric
“Game-changer for urban delivery. Range is genuinely usable. Charging network still patchy. Running costs are pennies compared to diesel and it’s whisper quiet. ULEZ compliant obviously. Future-proof choice.”
Urban courier, 4 years driving
Renault Master LM35
Large Van | dCi 150PS
“Dependable, comfortable for long days. Parts availability is excellent in the UK. Renault Pro+ dealers are solid for servicing. Not flashy but it just gets on with the job day after day.”
Tradesperson, 15 years driving
HEAD TO HEAD
Quick Comparison
How do the top vans stack up against each other across all five categories?
| Van | Overall | Comfort | Reliability | Running Costs | Load Space | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes Sprinter 314 CDI | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.2 | 4.4 | 4.3 |
| Ford Transit Custom 300 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 4.6 | 4.4 | 4.7 | 4.5 |
| Vauxhall Vivaro-e Electric | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.3 | 4.8 | 4.1 | 4.2 |
| VW Crafter CR35 | 4.3 | 4.4 | 4.3 | 3.8 | 4.7 | 4.2 |
| Ford Transit 350 Luton | 4.1 | 3.7 | 4.3 | 3.8 | 4.8 | 4.2 |
| Renault Master LM35 | 4.0 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.9 |
| Peugeot Boxer 335 | 3.9 | 3.6 | 3.9 | 4.1 | 4.0 | 4.5 |
| Citroen Relay 35 | 3.8 | 3.5 | 3.8 | 4.1 | 3.9 | 4.5 |
OUR PICKS
Best Vans By Use Case
Not every van suits every job. Here are our top recommendations based on how you’ll use it.
Best for Delivery
Ford Transit Custom 300 Limited
Unbeatable combination of payload, reliability, and dealer network. The Custom is the backbone of UK delivery fleets for good reason. Tight turning circle makes it city-friendly too.
Best for Tradespeople
VW Crafter CR35 Trendline
Huge loading area with near-vertical sides, excellent build quality, and the best in-cab tech. Worth the extra money if you’re racking out the back for tools and materials.
Best for Fleets
Peugeot Boxer 335 Professional
Lowest total cost of ownership in the large van segment. Competitive finance deals, cheap servicing, and solid resale values make it the smart fleet choice.
Best Electric
Vauxhall Vivaro-e Electric
Genuinely usable 205-mile range, full payload with no compromise on load space, and running costs that are a fraction of diesel. The best electric van you can buy right now.
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