This month’s van lease deals span everything from compact city-friendly small vans to high-capacity large panel vans, with diesel and electric options across the range. All prices below are current business contract hire starting figures quoted excluding VAT, correct as at 6 October 2026. Offers change as manufacturers update them, so confirm the latest terms on each model page before you order.
Key Takeaways
- The cheapest deal this month is the Citroën Berlingo M Diesel Enterprise Plus at £199.76 per month excluding VAT, on a 60-month business contract hire at 6,000 miles per annum with a £2,397.12 initial payment.
- The cheapest electric van on the list is the Citroën ë-Berlingo M at £244.68 per month excluding VAT, with the Renault Kangoo E-TECH close behind at £254.06 per month excluding VAT.
- VAT-registered businesses can typically reclaim 50% of the VAT on a van used for mixed purposes, or 100% where the van is used exclusively for business.
- Electric vans suit businesses with predictable urban routes and access to overnight charging, while diesel remains more cost-effective for high-mileage or mixed-route operations.
- The initial payment on a van lease is not refundable and is not a deposit. It is paid upfront before the contract begins and is typically equivalent to three, six, or nine monthly payments.
How we chose this month’s van lease deals
When helping a business choose a van, we start with what it needs to carry and where it will be driven. A small van can suit an electrician or mobile technician carrying tools between local jobs. Medium vans give trades such as plumbing and decorating more room for equipment and materials, while larger vans can suit furniture deliveries or businesses carrying bulky stock. These are examples rather than fixed rules: payload, load dimensions and daily mileage matter more than the trade name alone.
Each van on this list earns its place on a straightforward basis: a current, verified business contract hire price, a clear VAT position, and a useful spread of sizes and fuel types so there is a relevant option whatever the job. Prices move as manufacturers update their offers, so we quote the current starting figure and link each van to its model page, where you can see the full representative example and the latest terms.
These are business contract hire deals, not personal contract hire. VAT-registered businesses can typically reclaim 100% of the VAT where the van is used exclusively for business. Where there is some private use, the reclaim is apportioned to the business-use proportion. If you are unsure what applies to your situation, speak to your accountant before signing.
1. Peugeot Expert M Diesel BlueHDi 120 Asphalt
Medium van, diesel
The Expert M is a well-regarded medium van with a refined interior by panel-van standards, a competitive payload, and the BlueHDi 120 diesel engine that returns solid fuel economy on longer runs. The Asphalt trim adds a practical specification without unnecessary additions.
Peugeot’s current business lease on the Expert M Diesel 1.5 BlueHDi 120 Asphalt Van starts from £172.56 per month excluding VAT on contract hire, which makes it the most affordable van on this month’s list. See the current terms and the full representative example on the Peugeot Expert model page.
2. Citroën Berlingo M Diesel Enterprise Plus
Small van, diesel
The Berlingo M is one of the most practical small vans available, with a sensible load area, low running costs, and a straightforward driving experience that works as well in town as on a motorway run.
Citroën’s current business lease on the Berlingo M Diesel 1.5 D 100ps Enterprise Plus starts from £288.60 per month excluding VAT on contract hire. See the current terms and the full representative example on the Citroën Berlingo model page.
3. Renault Kangoo L2 E-TECH Advance
Small van, electric
The Kangoo L2 E-TECH is Renault’s electric small van in the longer L2 body length, giving a usable load area and a real-world range that suits urban and suburban rounds. For businesses working in clean air zones or wanting to cut fuel spend on predictable local routes, it is a straightforward way to run electric without changing how the working day is organised.
Renault’s current business lease on the Kangoo L2 E-TECH LL21 90kW 44kWh Advance Van Auto starts from £300.17 per month excluding VAT on contract hire. See the current terms and the full representative example on the Renault Kangoo E-TECH model page.
4. Vauxhall Movano 3.5T L3 Diesel Prime
Large van, diesel
The Movano 3.5T in L3 (long) body length with a high roof is a large van suited to businesses that carry bulky loads or need maximum internal volume. The Prime specification keeps the price accessible while including the features most working drivers expect as standard.
Vauxhall’s current business lease on the Movano 3.5T L3 Diesel 2.2 Turbo D 140 H2 Van Prime starts from £302.80 per month excluding VAT on contract hire. See the current terms and the full representative example on the Vauxhall Movano model page.
5. Nissan Primastar 30 L1 Diesel Acenta
Medium van, diesel
The Primastar 30 in L1 body length is a compact medium van that handles well in tighter environments while still offering a competitive load capacity. The Acenta trim provides a solid standard specification, including features that reduce driver fatigue on longer working days.
Nissan’s current business lease on the Primastar 30 L1 Diesel 2.0 dCi 110ps H1 Acenta Van starts from £306.13 per month excluding VAT on contract hire. See the current terms and the full representative example on the Nissan Primastar model page.
6. Citroën ë-Berlingo M Electric Enterprise Plus
Small van, electric
The ë-Berlingo M is the electric version of the Berlingo panel van and shares its load area and dimensions with the diesel variant. For businesses operating in urban areas, particularly those subject to clean air zone charges, it is a straightforward way to reduce running costs and emissions without changing how you work day to day.
Citroën’s current business lease on the ë-Berlingo M 100kW 52kWh Van Enterprise Plus Auto starts from £321.36 per month excluding VAT on contract hire. See the current terms and the full representative example on the Citroën ë-Berlingo model page.
7. Peugeot e-Expert M Electric Professional
Medium van, electric
The e-Expert M is Peugeot’s electric medium van, part of the same Stellantis platform family as the Citroën ë-Dispatch and Fiat e-Scudo. The 75kWh battery gives a usable real-world range for urban and suburban delivery work, and the load area matches the diesel Expert, so a business moving to electric keeps the same practicality.
Peugeot’s current business lease on the e-Expert M 100kW 75kWh Professional Van Auto starts from £425.72 per month excluding VAT on contract hire. See the current terms and the full representative example on the Peugeot e-Expert model page.
8. Toyota Proace Max L4 Electric
Large van, electric
The Proace Max in L4 body length is Toyota’s largest electric panel van, built for businesses that need maximum load volume without the fuel costs and clean air zone charges of a diesel. With a 110kWh battery it is aimed at operators with depot charging and predictable large-load routes, and it keeps a genuine large-capacity option in the electric column of this list.
Toyota’s current business lease on the Proace Max L4 Electric 205kW Icon 110kWh H3 Van Auto starts from £498.84 per month excluding VAT on contract hire. See the current terms and the full representative example on the Toyota Proace Max model page.
Diesel or electric: which van makes sense for your business?
The answer depends on three things: where you drive, how far you drive, and whether you have access to charging.
Diesel vans remain the practical default for businesses covering long distances, rural routes, or unpredictable daily mileage. Running costs per mile are well understood, the refuelling infrastructure is comprehensive, and payload and range are not affected by temperature in the way they can be with electric vehicles.
Electric vans work well for businesses with predictable urban routes, access to overnight charging at a depot or at home, and a strong reason to reduce clean air zone costs or fuel spend. The Renault Kangoo E-TECH, Citroën ë-Berlingo M, Peugeot e-Expert M and Toyota Proace Max all represent this category on this list. Monthly lease payments on electric vans can be higher than equivalent diesel models, but lower fuel costs and reduced servicing requirements can offset that over the course of a contract.
If your annual mileage is high and your routes are mixed, diesel is likely to remain more cost-effective for now. If you operate a predictable urban round and can charge overnight, electric deserves a serious look. Our business leasing guide covers the tax and cost considerations in more detail if you want to work through the numbers.
What to check before you sign a van lease
Before you commit to any van lease deal, work through these points.
Mileage limit. The monthly payment you see is tied to a specific annual mileage. Excess mileage charges apply for every mile over the agreed limit at the end of the contract. Estimate your real annual mileage carefully, and if you are unsure, set the limit slightly higher rather than lower.
Initial payment. This is not a deposit and is not refundable. It is typically equivalent to several monthly payments, paid upfront before the contract begins. Confirm the exact amount before you sign.
Maintenance. Contract hire deals are usually quoted on a non-maintained basis, meaning servicing, tyres, and repairs are your responsibility. A maintained lease adds these costs to your monthly payment in exchange for a fixed, predictable outgoing. Compare both options before deciding.
VAT treatment. Business contract hire prices are quoted excluding VAT. VAT-registered businesses can reclaim a proportion of the VAT depending on how the van is used. Confirm your position with your accountant.
Order and registration deadlines. Promotional offers from manufacturers often carry an order-by date and a registration deadline. Missing either can mean the rate is no longer available, so check the current terms on the deal page before you order.
Condition at return. Vans are returned at the end of the contract and assessed against the BVRLA fair wear and tear guidelines. Damage beyond those guidelines results in charges. Check the guidelines before the van goes back, not after.
Ready to find a van lease deal that fits your business? Browse current van lease deals on the Van Leasing Made Simple hub, or get in touch for a quick personalised van quote based on the size, fuel type, and mileage that suits how you actually work.
Frequently asked questions
The cheapest electric van on this month’s list is the Renault Kangoo L2 E-TECH, from £300.17 per month excluding VAT on business contract hire, with the Citroën ë-Berlingo M close behind from £321.36 per month excluding VAT. Both suit businesses on predictable urban routes with access to overnight charging.
VAT-registered businesses can typically reclaim 50% of the VAT on a van used for mixed business and private purposes, or 100% of the VAT where the van is used exclusively for business purposes, though you should confirm the correct treatment with your accountant before signing.
A non-maintained van lease means servicing, tyres, and repairs remain your responsibility throughout the contract, while a maintained lease bundles those costs into a fixed monthly payment, giving you a predictable outgoing in exchange for a higher monthly figure.
If you exceed the agreed annual mileage limit at the end of your van lease contract, the leasing company will apply an excess mileage charge for every mile over the limit, so it is worth estimating your real annual mileage carefully and setting the limit slightly higher rather than lower if you are unsure.
Business contract hire van lease deals are quoted excluding VAT, so the monthly payment you see advertised does not include VAT, which is added on top and may be partially or fully reclaimable depending on how the van is used in your business.
The Citroën Berlingo M is a practical small van with a sensible load area and low running costs that work well in both urban and motorway environments, and Citroën’s current business lease on the Berlingo M Diesel Enterprise Plus starts from £288.60 per month excluding VAT on contract hire, with the full representative example on the model page.
