Nissan NV200 (09 on) - Review

Accessing the load area is made easy by the double rear and twin side-loading doors - one comes as standard while the other is a cost option. There is some intrusion from the wheel arches, but this is minimum and doesn't stop the NV200 being able to carry two standard sized pallets. The overall payload is 750kg while the load length is just over 2 metres with a width of 1.5 metres. This gives is an overall volume of 4.2 cubic metres, making it one of the most spacious and versatile vans of its size.

The NV200 comes with anti-lock brakes as standard as well as electronic brakeforce distribution. However, ESP stability control comes as a cost option as part of the 'safety pack' and only the driver gets an airbag as standard with passenger and curtain airbags available as optional extras.

The NV200 has been designed so that if it's damaged, it will be quick and easy to repair - cutting down on costs. The standard E version comes with a decent level of standard equipment including a CD stereo with auxiliary input, a sliding side door, steering height adjustment, 13 cabin storage areas and an immobilizer. However, you have to upgrade to the SE for electric mirrors, electric windows, driver's seat adjustment and a full steel bulkhead. At the same time buyers will have to pay extra for ESP stability control and passenger airbags as well as air conditioning.

Service intervals for the NV200 are every 12,000 miles and can be carried out at one of the Nissan commercial vehicle specialist dealerships or at one of the six centres run in partnership with Volvo Truck that offer 24 hours service. The NV200 feels well built and is unlikely to let you down with the interior being rugged enough to withstand daily knocks and scrapes.