These are the top vans to look out for in 2026
Vans really do make the world go around. Particularly in the UK, vans are relied upon to get goods safely from A to B, while providing reliable and efficient transport at the same time. There’s little wonder why they’re so popular, and why they’re such a hit here at UK Carline, too.
This year, there are set to be several new additions to the van segment which could shake things up. Here, we’re going to check out the vans that you need to keep your eyes peeled for in 2026.
Kia PV5
One of the big-hitters for 2026 is set to be the Kia PV5. It’s an electric van which takes Kia’s usual clever use of tech and applies it to be a big, spacious and practical new model. Available in both cargo and passenger specifications, the PV5 can be engineered to suit all types of jobs – you can even get it kitted out with full racking systems for extra storage.
Long Range versions offer up to 258 miles of range between trips to the plug, while a rapid charge from 10 to 80 per cent can be sorted in around 30 minutes.
Farizon SV
You may not have heard of Farizon just yet, but it’s a brand you’ll surely start seeing a lot more of. Farizon was created by carmaking giant Geely, the same firm which currently backs brands such as Volvo, Polestar and Lotus. Farizon kicks things off in the UK with the SV, an electric van which brings a range of up to 247 miles in big-battery versions.
As you’d want from a van, the SV can be configured via a variety of length and height options, while vehicle-to-load technology means that you can power tools or charge up devices via the van’s on-board power supply.
Volkswagen Transporter Sportline
The Transporter is one of the best-known names in the van segment, having provided upmarket and practical transportation for decades. The Transporter’s car-like driving position is what has always made it such a hit with owners, too, and makes it feel more like a large SUV than your typical van from behind the wheel.
The Sportline brings – as the name suggests – a sportier take on the usual Transporter format, with dynamic wheels, redesigned bumpers and a smart-looking interior. The good news is that it still gets the same great levels of practicality as the regular Transporter.
Toyota Hilux Electric
Alright, so it’s not quite a van, but it could prove to be just as practical as one. The new Hilux Electric marks a bold new direction for this typically rugged pick-up truck, bringing battery power to one of the most trusted names around. With a 59.2kWh battery, the Hliux Electric has a claimed range of up to 150 miles, while Toyota says it is targeting a ‘best in class’ charge time.
The Hilux Electric will still be practical, however, thanks to a towing capacity of up to 1,600kg and a payload of 715kg. It’s one to watch in 2026, that’s for sure.
Peugeot Expert Sport
The Peugeot Expert is a solid, honest and hard-working van that you’ll see plenty of on the roads. However, this French firm has injected the Expert with some extra dynamic flair through a new Sport model, bringing larger wheels and some smart-looking diamond-quilted seats inside.
You’ll still get the same great load area and efficient engines as you’d find in the standard Expert. In the Sportline, you’re getting a whole lot more character to go alongside it.
Volkswagen Multivan Camper
Volkswagen’s California is a camper van known by nearly everyone in the UK. However, the regular California has already been fully converted by the German brand, meaning that there’s no real scope for any extra customisation.
The new Multivan Camper base provides converters a blank canvas on which to start their projects. It’s the same underpinnings as the California, but with its completely empty rear load area and boarded-out interior, it’s ready to go wherever your designs will take it. Volkswagen still equips it with sliding doors, an opening roof and two chairs up front, however, so it’s not completely stripped out.
Think that the van life could be for you? We’ve got many of the latest models available to lease via UK Carline today, so check out which one could fit for you.
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