A report by the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) has revealed that in September, van registrations increased by 10.3 per cent. Year on year figures show that 4,006 more vans were sold compared to September 2012.
The rise is likely to be because of the UK’s improving economy, with those in the building and courier trade looking to expand. Year to date, van registrations this year total 200,000 – a 9.6 per cent increase up to the same time last year.
The top 5 vans are as follows:
- Ford Transit
The Transit continues to dominate the UK’s van sector, with 6581 vans sold in September. With 40mpg for an ECOnetic model, it’s easy to see why so many businesses still love the Transit. Fuel economy is all the more impressive when you consider the Transit has capacity for 1,575kg
2. Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
With a choice of wheel bases, this premium van takes the second spot, with the largest model offering 17 cubic metres of space. The 2.2-litre CDI engine delivers a highly respectable 35mpg. A planned update will see fuel economy get even better.
3. Peugeot 308 Partner
The French car giant’s 925kg capacity van delivers a becalming 60mpg in the 1.6 diesel version. Petrol and electric variants are also available. Load length is over 2 metres, making the Partner a versatile vehicle.
4. Citroen Berlingo
Taking fourth spot in September is Citroen’s Berlingo, the diesel versions of which (75 and 90PS) offer up to 55.4 mpg. Couriers and builders are rather taken with this van, which is available in the entry level L1 version, and the longer L2 version. Capacity goes up to 1,000kg, and servicing is at a pleasing 20,000 miles.
5. Vauxhall Vivaro
The Vivaro has been a builder/courier favourite for twelve years, offering payloads varying from 991 to 1,271kg. An impressive 8.7 cubic metres of load space is available in the largest specification – one of the biggest load capacities in its class.
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