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Review 5 months ago

Mercedes-Benz X-Class pickup (2017 - ) review

The Mercedes X-Class is a one-tonne pickup truck, meaning that rivals include the Toyota Hilux, Mitsubishi L200, Nissan Navara and Ford Ranger. However, it sits at the premium – and more expensive – end of the spectrum, so its closest rival has to be the Volkswagen Amarok.

Review 6 months ago

Mercedes-Benz Vito Panel Van (2015 - ) review

The Mercedes Vito faces up to some stiff competition in the medium-sized van sector, but it brings a selection of quality touches to help it make its case against more popular rivals.

Review 6 months ago

Vauxhall Vivaro Panel Van (2015 - ) review

The British-built Vauxhall Vivaro is excellent in several areas and very good in others, making it a great all-rounder.

Review 9 months ago

Mercedes-Benz Sprinter Panel Van (2016 - ) MK3 review

Mercedes’ large panel van, the Sprinter, has a name that has been around for a while, but it can still mix with the best

Review 9 months ago

Volkswagen Crafter Panel Van (2017 - ) review

The Crafter is a rarity in the world of vans, as it's totally new from the ground up, and developed entirely by Volkswagen.

Review 10 months ago

Peugeot Expert panel van (2016 - ) review

The Peugeot Expert panel van has an impressive fuel economy, improved residual values, and lengthy service intervals. How does it fare in other areas?

Review 10 months ago

Renault Trafic Panel Van (2014 - ) review

Sister van to the Vauxhall Vivaro and Nissan NV300, the Renault Trafic gives buyers plenty of choice, along with a practical cabin and a fine drive

Review 1 year ago

Ford Transit Custom Panel Van (2016 - ) review

The Ford Transit Custom was launched in 2012 and, for the past five years, has been the best-selling van in the UK.

Review 1 year ago

Ford Transit Courier Panel Van (2014 - ) MK5 review

It is often said that “goodness comes in small packages”, and this is very good. Given its practicality, flexibility and appetite for work the Courier is worthy of the Transit name

Review 1 year ago

Ford Transit Panel Van (2013 - 2016) MK5 review

We test the latest version of Ford's legendary van

Review 1 year ago

Toyota Hilux Pickup (2015 - ) MK8 review

Pick-ups appeal to style-conscious buyers wanting an alternative to an SUV, and cost-conscious company car users, so how does the Hilux compare to the Mitsubishi L200, VW Amarok and Nissan Navara?

Review 1 year ago

Ford Transit Connect Panel Van (2013 - ) MK5 review

The new Transit Connect is dangerously close to looking sexy. They have taken the 'Aston Martin-ish' looking front end from the Fiesta and added it to a functional, sculpted box.

Review 1 year ago

Ford Ranger pick-up (2015 - ) review

The Ford Ranger is a rugged, no-nonsense pick-up truck that competes with the likes of the Volkswagen Amarok, Nissan Navara and Toyota Hilux for buyers' affections

Review 2 years ago

Nissan Navara Pickup (2015 - ) review

The Nissan Navara is designed to appeal to commercial and leisure users alike. With this kind of duality in its locker, the Navara looks destined to make all other pick-ups seem like antiquated, one-trick-ponies

Review 7 years ago

Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Life MPV (2010 – ) review

Read the Volkswagen Caddy Maxi Life MPV (2010 - ) car review by Auto Trader's motoring experts, covering price, specification, running costs, practicality, safety and how it drives.

Review 7 years ago

Fiat Scudo Combi MPV (2007) review

Read the Fiat Scudo Combi MPV (2007) car review by Auto Trader's motoring experts, covering price, specification, running costs, practicality, safety and how it drives.

Review 8 years ago

Volkswagen Caravelle MPV (2003 - 2015) MK3 review

Read the Volkswagen Caravelle MPV (2010 - ) car review by Auto Trader's motoring experts, covering price, specification, running costs, practicality, safety and how it drives.

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