Top 5 Best-Selling Vans Of 2021

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Vanaways
7th Feb 2022
Top 5 Best-Selling Vans Of 2021

Now we have reached 2022, it’s time to reflect on the past year and reveal the top 5 best-selling vans of 2021. From the Mercedes Sprinter to the Volkswagen Transporter, which fared best?

Here’s our countdown of the top 5 most popular vans.

5 – Vauxhall Vivaro

The Vauxhall Vivaro is a medium-sized van made in Britain and popular among buyers for its wide choice of engines, a comfortable ride, and huge payload capacities. It shared the ‘Best Medium Van for Practicality’ Award at the What Car? Van and Commercial Vehicle Awards due to its 6.1m3 loading volume and a maximum payload of 1446kg. It also has the added bonus of motion-sensing doors for when your hands are full –  making your day much easier.

4 – Volkswagen Transporter

A versatile van, the Volkswagen Transporter is popular among private buyers and small businesses alike. It is well-known for having high predicted resale values and low leasing prices. You’ll also find yourself paying a lot less to run this VW. You also benefit from a huge choice of variants, modern safety aids, infotainment tech, and a punchy 2.0 TDI 150 diesel engine.

 3 – Mercedes Sprinter

Considered one of the best large vans on the market, the Mercedes Sprinter offers modern-car derived tech, advanced fleet connectivity, and a big carrying capacity. It offers a fantastic range of punchy engines, so there’s a Sprinter to suit everyone. You’ll find a huge range of body styles and improved fuel economy with front-wheel drive vans.

2 – Ford Transit

Well-known on British roads, the Ford Transit is popular for its car-like handling and high load capacity. The current model still fares well in tight spaces, and the entry-level 103 bhp engine has a good amount of power depending on load capacity. It’s now more economical with lower CO2 emissions and offers new connectivity features and higher payloads. It comes as no surprise that the Ford Transit is the second-most popular van in Britain in 2021.

1 – For Transit Custom

Coming in on top is the Ford Transit Custom with 19,000 more sales than its competitors. The Ford Transit Custom is the best van to buy for its offering of multiple sizes, engines, and a plug-in hybrid version. There’s a model to suit every driver and you can make the most of its improved fuel economy, class-leading productivity, and seamless ride and handling.

If you’re looking to get your hands on one of the best-selling vans of 2021, visit Van Sales UK. You’ll find an extensive range of new, used, and electric vans so you can find the perfect one for you. To learn more, visit our website or get in touch with a member of our friendly team. We’ll be happy to advise you on our popular vans.

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