The trend of falling van sales has continued once again, with July 2025 marking the eighth month in a row where the number of vehicles sold has dropped versus the same month in the previous year. Here are the top 10 most popular vans in the UK in 2025 for this month and so far, according to the latest figures from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT).
July’s 23,433 registrations represents the lowest since 2022, with the drop down by 5.1% against 2024 when the sector managed 24,689 sales. Once again the biggest subsections of the market all saw a drop in their figures, with the biggest percentage drop coming in the pickup sector.
The tax changes that took effect in April have started to bite, with truck sales dropping by a notable 17.3%, which suggests dealers have now delivered most of the vehicles that were ordered before the April cut off. The biggest fall in terms of sales numbers comes once again in the large van category. This only dropped by 4.6% but this represented a fall of 774 sales, down to 16,040. The 2.0-tonne to 2.5-tonne medium category actually rose, but only by 2.5%
Electric van sales saw another large rise, with the 2,442 sales a 72.6% increase compared to July 2024, with the market share for the month sitting at 10.3%. This remains some way short of the government’s zero emission vehicles mandate that is at 16% for 2025. Even more is still needed.
What the industry says
SMMT chief executive, Mike Hawes, said: ‘Eight months of LCV market decline underlines the ongoing economic pressures facing businesses, yet the sector remains steadfast in its commitment to decarbonise. Manufacturers continue to invest in delivering a diverse range of zero emission vans to suit every use case, and it’s encouraging to see uptake growing – but to meet mandated targets, it must grow faster.
‘Accelerating infrastructure rollout, streamlining planning processes and providing targeted support for fleet operators are essential to drive progress and keep the UK at the forefront of road transport decarbonisation’
Below, you’ll see the UK’s top 10 most popular vans in July 2025, in reverse order. You’ll also find full year data for the years 2018 to 2024, so you can see what the most popular vans and pickups were in those years.
All this is useful because it means you can see which vans make the most sense to other businesses, so they may also make the most sense for you. What’s more, it gives you an idea of the most available used vans of a particular age.
Top 10 bestselling vans and pickups July 2025
10. Volkswagen Transporter (683 sold)
The Volkswagen Transporter has always been a fixture in the top-10 most popular vans list and the latest version will no doubt continue that. That this version is fundamentally the same van underneath as the regular chart-topper, the Ford Transit Custom, will be a big help on that front too.
There are a few elements that make this a VW – the styling and specification are both carefully curated to set it apart from the Ford – but the links are unavoidable. Don’t take that as a bad thing though – this is a very good van.
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9. Ford Transit Courier (693 sold)
The Ford Transit Courier is the brand’s smallest van, but it is not exactly tiny these days. It uses the same platform as the Ford Kuga SUV as its base, and provides a big step up from the previous generation and the car-derived van category when it comes to space in the rear and the cabin alike.
It will be all that many small-van buyers will need, and picked up the Parkers’ Small Van of the Year Award in its first year on sale. It also comes as a decent electric version too.
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9. Peugeot Expert (717 sold)
The Peugeot Expert is one of five vans to offer the same fundamental shape with a few tweaks to badging and trim, sharing most elements with the Citroen Dispatch, Fiat Scudo, Toyota Proace and Vauxhall Vivaro. The cabin is not the best in the class, but the payloads and driving experience are excellent.
There is also an electric version, which offers a lot of the same benefits as the standard van but without the need to keep it topped up with diesel.
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7. Toyota Hilux (820 sold)
One of the best-known pickups, the Toyota Hilux has been respected as a tough and durable workhorse since 1968. It is a previous holder of the Parkers Pickup of the Year award, although rivals have moved ahead of it in many areas now. The Hilux isn’t the cheapest model on the market but it has lots in its favour.
It has a comfortable ride, a versatile set-up, and a wide ranging selection of safety equipment, which all makes this pickup an appealing consideration. The fact there’s up to 10 years warranty available doesn’t hurt either.
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6. Renault Trafic (886 sold)
The Renault Trafic last had a major update in 2022, with loads of new safety features and a revised look helping to keep it fresh and maintain its appeal. As of 2025 the medium-sized van is feeling its age a little, though, largely due to some strong contenders in its class that have moved the game on when it comes to the cabin and technology on offer. Despite this, the Trafic still has plenty in its favour.
An E-Tech electric version is available, but it isn’t too long for this world – the all-new Renault Trafic will go on sale in 2026. However, that new version will be offered alongside the existing diesel model.
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5. Citroen Berlingo (918 sold)
The small Citroen Berlingo is a regular feature in the best-seller list, and it is easy to see why. This van is practical, good to drive, has an excellent cabin and represents good value for money. There is a strong electric model in the range too.
The challenge it has is tempting buyers away from the practically identical Peugeot, Fiat, Toyota and Vauxhall equivalents. As the top-10 list often shows, it doesn’t always succeed as they often feature too.
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4. Vauxhall Vivaro (1,125 sold)
The Vauxhall Vivaro is a long-established name in the UK van world, and this third generation is one that remains a common sight on the nation’s roads. Sadly it is no longer made at the firm’s factory in Luton, with production having stopped there in spring 2025. Despite this, the UK’s buyers retain some loyalty to the model.
It’s now one of many similar vans, as Vauxhall is owned by automotive giant Stellantis. This means there is little differentiate it from the Citroen Dispatch, Peugeot Expert and the Fiat Scudo, nor the Toyota Proace, which is also the same van fundamentally.
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3. Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (1,257 sold)
The Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is a fantastic and popular large van that crops up regularly in the best-selling list. It has often topped the list of the most reliable vans as well, and is one of the most technologically advanced and versatile vehicles in its class.
It’s available with a vast number of different versions, including an electric model with the largest battery in its class.
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2. Ford Transit (2,461 sold)
The Ford Transit is the household name for vans in the UK. This latest version has increased payload, upgraded engines, a revised interior and even more technology. It remains easy to drive, comfortable, and there are plenty of specialist dealers around to keep you on the road.
The Ford E-Transit set new standards for electric vans when it was launched, although some rivals have now since caught up with it.
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1. Ford Transit Custom (3,784 sold)
The chances are that the next time you head out on the road you will see a Ford Transit Custom. The medium van is dominant in the UK van industry and is an almost ever-present at the top of the charts. This latest model is a notable improvement over almost all of its rivals and boasts some clever and really useful features throughout the cabin and in the loading bay.
We reckon it justifies its popularity, and it has won several Parkers van awards – we named it our 2024 Parkers Commercial Vehicle of the Year and the 2025 medium van of the year.
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Bestselling vans and pickups of 2024
This table shows the bestselling vans and pickups for all of 2024:
| Sales position | Model | Number sold | Parkers review link |
| 1 | Ford Transit Custom | 46,967 | Ford Transit Custom review |
| 2 | Ford Transit | 31,322 | Ford Transit review |
| 3 | Ford Ranger | 19,695 | Ford Ranger review |
| 4 | Mercedes Sprinter | 18,753 | Mercedes Sprinter review |
| 5 | Vauxhall Vivaro | 18,581 | Vauxhall Vivaro review |
| 6 | VW Transporter | 15,425 | VW Transporter review |
| 7 | Renault Trafic | 15,799 | Renault Trafic review |
| 8 | Peugeot Partner | 12,828 | Peugeot Partner review |
| 9 | Vauxhall Combo | 12,584 | Vauxhall Combo review |
| 10 | Citroen Berlingo | 12,229 | Citroen Berlingo review |
Bestselling vans and pickups of 2023
This table shows the bestselling vans and pickup for all of 2023:
| Sales position | Model | Number sold | Parkers review link |
| 1 | Ford Transit Custom | 40,865 | Ford Transit Custom review |
| 2 | Ford Transit | 28,280 | Ford Transit review |
| 3 | Vauxhall Vivaro | 20,477 | Vauxhall Vivaro review |
| 4 | Ford Ranger | 18,679 | Ford Ranger review |
| 5 | VW Transporter | 17,487 | VW Transporter review |
| 6 | Renault Trafic | 16,041 | Renault Trafic review |
| 7 | Mercedes Sprinter | 15,799 | Mercedes Sprinter review |
| 8 | Citroen Berlingo | 14,065 | Citroen Berlingo review |
| 9 | Toyota Hilux | 10,888 | Toyota Hilux review |
| 10 | Ford Transit Connect | 10,856 | Ford Transit Connect review |
Bestselling vans and pickups of 2022
This table shows the bestselling vans and pickup for all of 2022:
| Sales position | Model | Number sold | Parkers review link |
| 1 | Ford Transit Custom | 42,215 | Ford Transit Custom review |
| 2 | Ford Transit | 33,203 | Ford Transit review |
| 3 | Mercedes Sprinter | 17,034 | Mercedes Sprinter review |
| 4 | Vauxhall Vivaro | 16,830 | Vauxhall Vivaro review |
| 5 | Ford Ranger | 16,827 | Ford Ranger review |
| 6 | VW Transporter | 15,164 | VW Transporter review |
| 7 | Ford Transit Connect | 8,218 | Ford Transit Connect review |
| 8 | Peugeot Expert | 8,131 | Peugeot Expert review |
| 9 | Renault Trafic | 8,085 | Renault Trafic review |
| 10 | VW Crafter | 7,455 | VW Crafter review |
Bestselling vans and pickups of 2021
This table shows the most popular vans and pickups for all of 2021:
| Sales position | Model | Number sold | Parkers review link |
| 1 | Ford Transit Custom | 49,671 | Ford Transit Custom review |
| 2 | Ford Transit | 31,083 | Ford Transit review |
| 3 | Mercedes Sprinter | 20,862 | Mercedes Sprinter review |
| 4 | VW Transporter | 20,033 | VW Transporter review |
| 5 | Ford Ranger | 16,376 | Ford Ranger review |
| 6 | Vauxhall Vivaro | 16,004 | Vauxhall Vivaro review |
| 7 | Citroen Berlingo | 11,109 | Citroen Berlingo review |
| 8 | Ford Transit Connect | 11,001 | Ford Transit Connect review |
| 9 | Peugeot Partner | 10,553 | Peugeot Partner review |
| 10 | Vauxhall Combo | 9,886 | Vauxhall Combo review |
Bestselling vans and pickups of 2020
The most popular vans and pickups of 2020 in a table.
| Sales position | Model | Number sold | Parkers review link |
| 1 | Ford Transit Custom | 43,551 | Ford Transit Custom review |
| 2 | Mercedes Sprinter | 23,506 | Mercedes Sprinter review |
| 3 | Ford Transit | 21,724 | Ford Transit review |
| 4 | VW Transporter | 15,856 | VW Transporter review |
| 5 | Vauxhall Vivaro | 15,530 | Vauxhall Vivaro review |
| 6 | Ford Ranger | 13,097 | Ford Ranger review |
| 7 | Citroen Berlingo | 12,159 | Citroen Berlingo review |
| 8 | Ford Transit Connect | 11,344 | Ford Transit Connect review |
| 9 | Peugeot Partner | 11,174 | Peugeot Partner review |
| 10 | Vauxhall Combo | 11,118 | Vauxhall Combo review |
Bestselling vans and pickups of 2019
This is the top 10 list of the bestselling vans (and pickups) of 2019 in total.
| Sales position | Model | Number sold | Parkers review link |
| 1 | Ford Transit Custom | 52,512 | Ford Transit Custom review |
| 2 | Ford Transit | 26,237 | Ford Transit review |
| 3 | Mercedes Sprinter | 25,862 | Mercedes Sprinter review |
| 4 | VW Transporter | 19,608 | VW Transporter review |
| 5 | Vauxhall Vivaro | 18,029 | Vauxhall Vivaro review |
| 6 | Ford Ranger | 16,459 | Ford Ranger review |
| 7 | Ford Transit Connect | 15,477 | Ford Transit Connect review |
| 8 | Peugeot Partner | 14,605 | Peugeot Partner review |
| 9 | Citroen Berlingo | 13,492 | Citroen Berlingo review |
| 10 | Vauxhall Combo | 12,944 | Vauxhall Combo review |
Bestselling vans and pickups of 2018
This is the top 10 list of the most popular vans (and pickups) in all of 2018.
| Sales position | Model | Number sold | Parkers review link |
| 1 | Ford Transit Custom | 54,806 | Ford Transit Custom review |
| 2 | Ford Transit | 32,694 | Ford Transit review |
| 3 | VW Transporter | 21,763 | VW Transporter review |
| 4 | Mercedes Sprinter | 21,278 | Mercedes Sprinter review |
| 5 | Vauxhall Vivaro | 19,232 | Vauxhall Vivaro review |
| 6 | Ford Transit Connect | 17,495 | Ford Transit Connect review |
| 7 | Ford Ranger | 16,440 | Ford Ranger review |
| 8 | Peugeot Partner | 15,056 | Peugeot Partner review |
| 9 | Citroen Berlingo | 13,428 | Citroen Berlingo review |
| 10 | Peugeot Boxer | 11,731 | Peugeot Boxer review |
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