The Best Vans For Courier Drivers | How Do You Choose?
When considering some of the best vans for courier drivers, it’s important to know one size does not fit all. The best delivery vans are the ones that meet your needs. Before we talk about some of the most recommended delivery vans, let's take a look at some of the different things to consider before making a purchase!
Van Fuel-Efficiency
If you’re looking at vans for short deliveries, you’re going to want to pay attention to the listed ‘MPG Urban’. This takes into account all of the stopping and starting that you’ll be doing if you have a lot of deliveries close together. If you’re more interested in van’s for long deliveries, pay attention to ‘MPG Extra’ as this will tell you how much mileage you’ll get if you’re spending most of your time driving on motorways in between stops. ‘MPG Combined’ will let you know the mileage you can expect doing some sort of combination of the two. Whichever option you’re looking for, the best vans for courier drivers are ones that don’t break the bank on fuel.
Van Reliability
The best vans for courier drivers are reliable vans. Having van problems can completely derail your day and delivery schedule and cost you time and money. Luckily, all our vehicles at Auto Capital have passed a 115-point pre-inspection check so you can be confident that you’re purchasing safe and reliable delivery vans.
Daily Delivery Load
Make sure you have some idea about the dimensions of your usual delivery load before you start shopping! If you’re delivering bigger and heavier items you’ll need a big van. This seems basic, but it’s important to know that you can still do a lot with a smaller van! Medium to smaller vans are great for when you have a lot of smaller items and if you’re searching for vans for short deliveries.
Comfort
Whether you’re looking for the best courier vans to get yourself started or you need reliable delivery vans for your larger company, you should consider comfort. Though this may not be one of your top priorities, you’ll want to be able to spend all day in your van without getting too uncomfortable. Making sure you or your employees can drive happy is especially important when looking at vans for long deliveries.
Now onto some of the best vans for courier drivers!
Mercedes- Benz Sprinter
The Sprinter gets an MPG Combined of about 36. This 5 door van has hill start assist, electrical power steering, active brake assist and other great features. It’s one of the best delivery vans for bigger loads because it can handle a volume of 14 m³ and has 270 degree rear doors. At Auto Capital these vans start at £11,490. Check out our finance options.
Ford Transit
The Ford Transits at Auto Capital start at £3,990 and get an MPG Combined of about 38. This is another good option for bigger loads because it can handle a volume of about 12 m³ and has 180 degree rear doors. The van features a 4-spoke rake/reach adjustable steering wheel, front and rear parking distance sensors and more. And like all of Auto Capital’s reliable courier vans, it has passed a 115-point pre-check inspection.
Ford Transit Connect
The Ford Transit Connect is one of the best vans for courier drivers in terms of fuel efficiency. It gets around 55 MPG Combined! This makes it one of the best vans for long deliveries. It starts at £5,990 used from Auto Capital and features a Thatcham Category 1 Alarm, electronic brake-force distribution, electronic stability control, and more great features. It does have a smaller load space than the first two vans on this list, and handles a volume of about 4 m³, so it’s a good option for delivering smaller items.
Nissan NV 200
The Nissan NV 200’s twin sliding doors and rear view camera make it one of the best courier vans for city-based business. It also features fog lights and multifunction steering. This van is electric so you don’t have to worry about fuel and the price at Auto Capital starts at £11,490. It can fit a volume of about 4 m³ and a weight up to 410 kg. Check this one out if you’ll be delivering a lot of smaller-sized items.
Vauxhall Vivaro
The Vauxhall Vivaro is often considered to be one of the most reliable courier vans on the market by reviewers. It features an anti-lock braking system with electronic force distribution, an adjustable steering column, an electric stability program with traction control, and more! This van gets an MPG Combined of about 44 and its used price starts at £6,250. This is a good mid-sized option as it can fit a volume of around 6 m³ and handle a payload of about 1000 kg.
There’s a lot to consider when shopping for vans, but at Auto Capita we can help you find the best vans for courier drivers today!