Honest John Awards 2018: Large van category

Built for hard work and heavy loads, these are the vans that you, the Honest John reader, have been searching for most over the past 12 months. But which model will take the ultimate commercial vehicle prize in 2018?

As with all award categories, this shortlist is based on user visits to pages on Honest John Vans, That means they have not been chosen by us, but based on how popular they are with our readers over the past year.   

Fiat Ducato

Drivers are keen on the Ducato for its high-set driving position and generous amounts of storage inside the cab. Throw in good levels of equipment, generous maximum payloads and a tight turning circle and it's a solid workhorse of a van.

Ford Transit

Backbone of Britain. That was the previous Transit's claim to fame and, as Ford's third best selling model in the UK after the Fiesta and Focus, one that was very true. It's practical, functional and robust, but also impressively refined.

Peugeot Boxer

Diversity is a key appeal of the Boxer and there are also dropside and tipper conversions, as well as chassis cabs, Luton and minibus models. That's why this van remains one of the most popular choices for UK operators.

Renault Master

The Renault Master's versatility is one of its strongest features. The sliding side door on the Master is one of the widest on the market and it boasts some of the lowest rear sill heights. A comfortable cabin and economical engines make it one of the best large vans you can buy.

Volkswagen Crafter

The 2017 Crafter is Volkswagen's largest and most versatile van. The range spans 69 different versions, with a wide choice of body lengths and heights. The van's biggest selling points are its big load carrying potential, impressive handling and comprehensive range of tech.