Commercial vehicles starting under $50k
1. Volkswagen Transporter
What we like
- Top-of-the-range engine
- Comfortable ride
- Refined cabin
What we don't
- Droning road noise in Transporter
- Can be expensive
2. Ford Transit Custom
What we like
- New EcoBlue engine
- New six-speed automatic
- Five-star ANCAP safety
What we don't
- Minimal engine braking
- Reduced tow/GCM ratings
- Rear barn doors block rear view
3. Mercedes-Benz Vito
What we like
- Huge cargo volume
- 440Nm twin-turbo engine
- Intelligent seven-speed automatic
What we don't
- Tyre roar from rear wheel arches
- Options which should be standard
- No storage options for rear passengers
4. Renault Trafic
What we like
- Quiet and comfortable cabin.
- Performance with full payload.
- Cargo bay versatility and ease of use.
What we don't
- No ANCAP rating.
- No left footrest.
5. Ford Transit
What we like
- Car-like dynamics
- Six airbags standard
- Cabin storage and design
What we don't
- Camera and sensors should be standard
- No auto for at least 12 months
- Relatively pricey
