Comparing the best vans and pickups in the UK

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  Ford Ranger Raptor vs Isuzu D-Max XTR twin test - the ultimate off-road pickups
  We’ve pitted the Ford Ranger Raptor against the Isuzu D-Max XTR in a twin-test that takes the two most exciting lifestyle pickups on the UK market and hurls them at...
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  Volkswagen California vs Ford Transit Custom Nugget comparison test: keep calm and carry on camping
  Campervans are levelling up. No longer merely the go-to motor for surfers, bearded types and amateur detectives, staycating families, solo adventurers and those trying to avoid massive mortgage rates can...
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  The Parkers pickup group test (2020)
  If you’re considering a pickup truck as a working vehicle or an alternative to a passenger car, the double-cab 4x4 is the most versatile you can get. Most of them...
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  Van fuel economy: everything you need to know
  Looking for information on the most economical vans on sale in the UK? Then you’ve come to the right place. Here you’ll find advice on van fuel economy in general, as...
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  The best vans for towing
  What is the best van for towing? We’ve got the answer right here on Parkers Vans Need a van for towing? Then you’re best choosing a large van, as they typically...
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  Best vans and pickups for payload
  The Parkers Vans guide to the best vans for maximum payload, divided into small, medium and large van categories, plus pickups as well. There is a legal limit to the amount...
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  Best large 3.5t vans for mpg
  Our fully updated list of the most economical large vans on sale in 2018 – those that return the best mpg. Large vans up to 3.5 tonnes (3.5t) gross vehicle weight...
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  Mercedes Sprinter vs VW Crafter twin-test review - which premium large van is best?
  Everyone likes a grudge match, right? The previous generation of Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and Volkswagen Crafter were different flavours of exactly the same large van, but for the latest models the...
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  Ford Transit Custom Sport vs VW Transporter Sportline twin-test review
  Let’s not muck about – here we have a twin-test review of two of the most popular and exciting mid-size sport vans on the market: the Ford Transit Custom Sport...
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  Van and pickup MoT pass rates - the best and worst
  Want to know which vans and pickups have the best and worst MoT pass rates? Motoring agony aunt website Honest John has used a Freedom of Information request to get...
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  Nissan NV300 vs Toyota Proace twin-test review – battle of the five-year warranties
  Parkers Vans pits the Toyota Proace against the Nissan NV300 in a Japanese mid-size van twin-test review The Ford Transit Custom is the UK’s bestselling van – by some margin and for good...
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  Most economical small vans
  Our fully updated list of the small vans that return the best mpg – for the same info for medium and large vans click here Costs are one of the major...
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  Sporty vans – the full list for 2016-2017
  Gone are the days of vans being simple tools for getting a job done – in 2016 we expect creature comforts galore and, increasingly, a good dollop of style as...
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  Which 3.5t chassis cab offers the best payload?
  With the authorities cracking down on overloading, making sure that you’re loading legally has never been so important (see the Guide to Legal Loading). Many conversions, whether it be a...
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  Top 5 small vans under £5,000
  Over recent years, manufacturers have started to offer higher-payload and longer-wheelbase derivatives of their small panel vans, which has increased their appeal and sales as operators downsize from medium-sized vans....
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  Best box vans and Lutons for payload
  When it comes to high-volume capacities for 3.5 tonners, box vans and Lutons are the best option. With the added weight of safety and comfort systems and larger chasses, however,...
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  Top 5 Sporty Vans
  In the UK, we tend to spec our vans with more equipment and accessories than our European counterparts. As a result, many manufacturers now offer sporty derivatives – some of...
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  Best van for plasterers
  With the construction industry back on its feet, many plasterers will be feeling confident enough to invest in some new wheels. There has been a whole host of products introduced...
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  Best dropsides for payload at 3.5t
  Knowing how much weight you can carry in the back of your dropside should be a top priority for operators, as the DVSA (Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) is cracking...
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  Which van is best suited to plumbers?
  When it comes to choosing the next van, plumbers usually go for a medium panel van as they’re big enough to fit all the kit inside yet small enough to...