The Best Medium Vans of 2023 at Vansdirect
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As 2023 draws to a close, we’re rounding up our top medium vans of the year. In this article, we’ll be looking at this year’s best-selling medium vans at Vansdirect.
Our top new medium vans this year include the Citroen Dispatch, Renault Trafic, Ford Transit Custom, Mercedes-Benz Vito, and Vauxhall Vivaro.
Why not also read our article on the top five small vans for delivery companies and couriers.
We've also rounded up our top large vans of 2023.
1. Citroen Dispatch medium vans
Taking the top spot as our best-selling medium van of 2023 is the Citroen Dispatch. The award-winning Dispatch was recently crowned Medium Van of the Year at the 2023 Great British Fleet Awards.
It’s a firm favourite among van drivers offering versatility with three different lengths. Drivers can also choose from diesel or electric powertrains and the option of panel and crew vans.
The Citroen Dispatch also offers a choice of two trim levels – Driver and Enterprise. Due to its medium size, it’s small enough to offer car-like handling with a big load space to carry large items.
Citroen Dispatch medium van features
- 5.3m3 load volume on the M version and 6.1m3 on the XL version
- Up to 16 driver assistance features
- Up to 196 miles of range (WLTP) on the e-Dispatch
- 73 litres of storage space under the second row of seats on the crew van
- Transport objects up to 4m in length with Moduwork
Citroen Dispatch van dimensions
The Citroen Dispatch is available as a crew van or a panel van. You can view a full breakdown of sizes for each van type below.
| Van size | M Panel Van | XL Panel Van | Crew Van | XL Crew Van |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length (mm) | 4,959 | 5,309 | - | - |
| Height (mm) | 1,899 (1000kg Panel Van) | 1,940 (1400kg Panel Van) | 1,935 | 1,940 |
| Width | 1,920 (excluding door mirrors) | 2,204 (including door mirrors) | - | - |
New Citroen Dispatch van prices
Prices for the Citroen Dispatch van will vary depending on the spec and trim level you choose. At Vansdirect we offer competitive pricing on the Dispatch and can help you find the best deal.
2. Renault Trafic medium vans
Our second best-selling medium van of the year is the Renault Trafic. The Trafic has been on sale for over four decades and continues to be a reliable choice for van drivers.
Choose from crew vans and panel vans, as well as the option of long wheelbases and short wheelbases. There’s also two gross vehicle weight options – 3,010 and 3,070kg.
If you are looking for an electric van, the Trafic E-Tech is also available. Benefit from up to 8.9m3 load volume and an electric range of up to 149 miles (WLTP).
Features of the Renault Trafic medium van include:
- Maximum payload of 1,122kg on the crew van and 1,017kg on the panel van
- Optimised loading area with a best-in-class 4.15m of usable load length
- Modular workspace to transform the cabin into a mobile office
- Advanced driver assistance features
Renault Trafic van dimensions
View a full breakdown of the different dimensions for L1 and L2 Renault Trafic vans below.
| Van size | L1H1 - SL | L1H2 - SH | L2H1 - LL | L2H2 - LH |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length (mm) | 4,999 (5,814 with opened rear doors) | 4,999 (5,814 with opened rear doors) | 5,399 (6,214 with opened rear doors) | 5,399 (6,214 with opened rear doors) |
| Height (mm) | 1,971 | 2,495 | 1,967 | 2,498 |
| Width | 1,956 without door mirrors (2,283 with door mirrors) | 1,956 without door mirrors (2,283 with door mirrors) | 1,956 without door mirrors (2,283 with door mirrors) | 1,956 without door mirrors (2,283 with door mirrors) |
New Renault Trafic van prices
Prices for the Renault Trafic and the Trafic E-Tech vary depending on the size and trim level you choose. View our range of competitive Renault Trafic deals today.
3. Ford Transit Custom medium vans
Coming third in our best-selling medium vans of 2023 is the Ford Transit Custom.
Ford’s award-winning van continues to impress. It was recently crowned Commercial Vehicle of the Year and Best Medium Van at the 2024 Parkers Van and Pickup Awards.
With two options – van and double cab-in-van, there’s also the option of an electric, plug-in hybrid, or eco-blue diesel engine. There’s also a variety of trim levels including Active, Leader, Limited, Trend, Trail, and Sport. Custom medium vans.
Ford Transit medium van features:
- Impressive load space in all sizes
- Carry items up to 3m long
- Lock opened doors at 90 degrees for ease of access
- Power and USB sockets
- Flexible stowage space under the front passenger seat to store items such as laptops
- Integrated roof rack
- Full-width bulkhead to separate the load area from the passenger cabin
- Tie down points to secure your cargo
Ford Transit Custom van dimensions
The Ford Transit Custom offers a range of sizes including L1 and L2. Find out a full breakdown of the dimensions below.
| Van size | L1H1 | L1H2 | L2H1 | L2H2 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Length (mm) | 4,973 | 4,973 | 5,340 | 5,340 |
| Height (mm) | 1,925 - 2,000 | 2,286 - 2,366 | 1,925 - 2,000 | 2,286 - 2,366 |
| Width | 2,080 | 2,080 | 2,080 | 2,080 |
New Ford Transit Custom van prices
The size and trim you choose will determine the price of a new Ford Transit Custom. With our competitive pricing, we are confident that we can help you find the best Ford Transit Custom deal.
View Ford Transit Custom deals
4. Mercedes-Benz Vito medium vans
Our fourth best-selling medium van of the year is the Mercedes-Benz Vito. While it might be compact on the outside, it’s mighty on the inside with an impressive 6.6m3 load space.
With two vehicle lengths and three different trim levels available, the Vito is synonymous with Mercedes-Benz's quality and reliability. The three different trim levels include PROGRESSIVE, PREMIUM, and PREMIUM NIGHT EDITION.
The Mercedes-Benz Vito is also available as an electric van – the eVito. Offering an electric range of up to 162 miles (WLTP), the eVito’s battery can be charged from 0-80% in just 35 minutes using a rapid charger.
Mercedes-Benz Vito medium van features
- Up to 6.6m3 loading capacity
- A maximum payload of 943kg
- Full-width bulkhead separating the load area and passenger cabin
- Robust wood floor ideal for carrying heavy cargo
Mercedes-Benz Vito van dimensions
The Mercedes-Benz Vito offers a range of sizes including L2 and L3. You can find a full breakdown of the dimensions below.
| Van size | L2 | L3 |
|---|---|---|
| Length (mm) | 5,140 | 5,370 |
| Height (mm) | 1,910 | 1,910 |
| Width | 2,244 | 2,249 |
New Mercedes-Benz Vito van prices
Depending on the size, engine, and trim level you choose prices for a new Mercedes-Benz Vito van will vary. Find the best deal for your business at Vansdirect.
5. Vauxhall Vivaro medium vans
Our fifth-best medium van of the year is the Vauxhall Vivaro. Enjoy versatility, practicality, and best-in-class fuel economy.
With the choice of diesel or electric powertrains, choose from two trim levels – Prime and Pro. It’s also available in two lengths – L1 and L2.
The Vauxhall Vivaro was released over two decades ago as a sister van to the second-generation Renault Trafic van. Since then, it has gone on to win numerous awards. Most recently it picked up Best Medium Electric Van at the What Car? Van and Commercial Vehicle Awards.
If you choose the Vivaro Electric, you can enjoy an electric range of up to 206 miles (WLTP), a payload of 1,226kg, and a one-tonne towing capacity.
Vauxhall Vivaro medium van features
- Load volume of 6.6m3
- Head-up display
- Fold down table and practical storage
- Range of driver assistance features
- Multimedia Navi Pro navigation system
- The ability to create more space with Flexcargo (optional)
- Open electric sliding doors by moving your foot (optional)
- Ergonomic seats
Vauxhall Vivaro van dimensions
View a full breakdown of the Vauxhall Vivaro dimensions for the L1 and L2 sizes below.
| Van size | L2 | L3 |
|---|---|---|
| Length (mm) | 3,674 | 4,024 |
| Height (mm) | 1,397 | 1,397 |
| Width | 1,636 | 1,636 |
New Vauxhall Vivaro van prices
Prices for new Vauxhall Vivaro vans vary depending on the engine, size, and trim level. Contact us today to discover the best Vauxhall Vivaro deals.
Explore our new medium van range at Vansdirect
At Vansdirect, we stock a wide range of new medium vans in addition to the vans mentioned in this blog.
Our van experts can help you discover the best medium van deals for your business with our range of van finance options. These include van leasing, contract hire, hire purchase, and van fleet leasing.
With our competitive pricing, we are confident that we can find you a great deal on your next medium van. Just ask one of our 100,000 happy customers.
Contact us today to start your new van journey.