The best Ford vans

With decades in the business, Ford are among the most trusted names when it comes to supplying vans for commercial use. If you’re focusing in on this marque and would like to know more about the range they currently offer, read on to learn all about the best Ford vans.

 

 

How do I choose between Ford vans?

The key indicator when it comes to picking Ford vans, as with picking from any selection of vans, is size. You’ll want a van that meets your everyday requirements in terms of load space available, but generally, the bigger the van the more it will cost you to run. That means most businesses will find there are downsides to having vans that are larger than they truly need.

 

That being said, the nature of your business might mean you have very specific requirements. Maybe you’ll need to a van with a tail lift, or something like a pick-up model is better suited to you out in the field, such as if you tow a trailer. Either way, a top manufacturer like Ford will inevitably offer lots in the way of customisation, and this is always something worth looking into when browsing for Ford vans.

 

There are other things to consider, too. If you operate in areas with Clean Air Zones or Ultra Low Emissions Zones, you’ll want to ensure your vans’ engines comply with regulations or you could face large and frequent charges. Whether or not you often need to carry passengers will also determine if a single, double or kombi edition is the right fit. Thankfully, there are plenty of options in the way of engines and body styles right across the Ford van range.

 

 

What are the best Ford vans today?

 

Small Ford vans

 

Ford Transit Connect

For many businesses with smaller cargo requirements, the Ford Transit Connect comes as an excellent all-rounder. With impressive fuel economy of up to 61.4 miles per gallon, it proves relatively cheap to run yet thanks to a ton of customisable features, can turn out to be  a very practical option.. You can choose from a single or double cab, two wheelbases, four trims and a line-up of petrol or diesel engines, sliding side doors, lashing points and cargo area lining to make loading safe and simple. It even makes use of a well-designed bulkhead that means you can carry 8x4 sheeting in this van. Overall load space varies between 2.9m3 and 3.6m3 depending on the specification you choose.

 

Ford Transit Courier

While it boasts many of the same features, the Transit Courier is a touch smaller than the Transit Connect, making it a good pick for those operating in busy urban environments. You can pick between two seats in the Standard variant or five on the Kombi, though all Courier vans are offered in a single body length. Though the load space in the Standard is a compact 2.3m3, it can be enhanced and spec’d for your jobs through features like sliding side doors, a bulkhead, split rear doors, tie-down points, and lighting.

 

 

Medium Ford vans

 

Ford Transit Custom

If you’re looking for a sturdy and reliable medium van, the ever-popular Transit Custom can prove tough to beat. It can easily be spec’d to suit all kinds of jobs, from a Standard option with a single cab and a variety of door options, through to a Double Cab that seats up to five and a Kombi model that carries nine across three seated rows. These are offered between two standard rows and two standard heights that see your potential load space vary between 6.0m3 and 8.3cm3 on the standard edition of the model. What’s more, the MHEV edition is a leading Ford hybrid van which can reduce fuel consumption by as much as 10%, helping to make a saving in fuel costs while keeping in line with emissions targets.

 

 

Large Ford vans

 

Ford Transit

Versatility is what the popular Ford Transit van is all about, with a vast number of ways to customise this model to suit your needs. That might involve picking from a variety of wheelbases, lengths, and roof heights to suit your cargo requirements, or opting for Standard, Double Cab and Kombi body styles depending on how many passengers you’ll be needing to carry. Not to mention front, rear, or four-wheel drive to ensure your Ford van can handle whatever environments your daily grind puts it through.  

 

In keeping with the marque’s eye for detail, the Ford Transit interior cabin is fitted with a raft of handy features when it comes to comfort, safety, and storage. If you have very specific requirements, you’ll find plenty to pick from in the way of modified Ford Transit models. Meanwhile if you opt for a diesel engine, an Adblue Ford Transit uses the latest technology to make an impressive cut to emissions. This could help you stay within the limits of any Clean Air Zone or Ultra Low Emissions Zone you operate in.  

 

 

Ford pick-up vans

 

Ford Ranger

If a sturdy 4x4 pick-up is the best way for you to get the job done, the Ford Ranger should have plenty of appeal. That’s thanks to an impressive towing capacity of up to 3,500kg that’s matched by a range of powerful engines, perfect if you use a trailer in your line of work. You can adapt the model around any passengers you might need, picking between a Regular Cab or Double Cab body style, as well as a Super Cab edition that falls between the two and offers minimal rear seating space that’s better made use of for storage.

 

If you’re looking for a little more, there’s always the Ford Raptor edition of the Ranger. This variant is built for off-road driving and boasts bolstered suspension, chassis design and bodywork to match. Though payload is compromised in return.

 

 

 

 

From a small Ford van, through to powerful pick-ups like the impressive Ranger, we’re delighted to stock a range of vehicles from this manufacturer at Northgate Vehicle Hire. Our van rental ensures your business has the tools it needs for as long as it needs, with contracts available for up to 48 months. You won’t have to worry about large upfront costs and depreciating assets with us, so use our online vehicle finder to see what we’re stocking or give the team a call on 0333 0430 001.