Alternative to pick ups

[Andrew1983]

Looking for options to replace a van at mrs work (vet practice) they currently have 1 L200 and a few berlingo sized vans. The large animal vets are towing a tipper crush at times and there’s a bit of conflict with vehicle sharing so in an ideal word they would run 3 pickups. Seeing as there is a shrinking number of pick up options (and prices rising and availability not good) I can’t think of there being anything like a shogun or Nissan patrol type smaller 4x4 still in production, is there anything out there that has 4x4 slightly better ground clearance and 2.5t towing ability….. commercial would be a bonus but does that throw us back down the pick up route?

 

[Turnip]

SsangYong do the Musso pickups, capable of towing 3.5t, and on the same chassis have a Rexton SUV. Have the Rexton myself and like it. The back has plenty of level storage onto which storage cabinets can be built for vet supplies.

 

[Johnnyboxer]

Landcruiser Commercial 4wd Van, in either 3 door SWB or 5 Door LWB forms

Commercial and VAT reclaimable

2.8 litre 204hp engine and either manual or auto boxes

3t towing limit

 

[Manney]

Land Cruiser commercial https://www.toyota.co.uk/new-cars/land-cruiser/commercial

Shogun Sport https://www.mitsubishi-motors.co.uk/buy/offers/business/shogun-sport

Outlander commercial https://www.mitsubishi-motors.co.uk/buy/offers/business/outlander-phev

 

[Andrew1983]

Had ruled out Mitsubishi as they are leaving the uk market, the land cruiser option is same money as a pickup I think so no saving or advantages I can see. Guess I’m thinking something like a freelander/disco sport without the price tag and reliability costs of a land rover product

 

[ollie989898]

Do not buy the Mitsi product- they are carp.

No saving between Land Cruiser or your Pickup, I guess a Land cruiser would feel less agricultural in terms of the interior.

 

[hally]

Do not buy the Mitsi product- they are carp.

No saving between Land Cruiser or your Pickup, I guess a Land cruiser would feel less agricultural in terms of the interior.

Land cruiser commercial interior nothing startling…..velour seats

 

[JeepJeep]

A lot of the smaller 4wd vans Caddy Combo etc won't give the 2500kg towing. And fecking expensive for what they are..

 

[Highland Mule]

Skoda Kodiac has 2.4tonne capacity, some of the VW Tiguans go to 2.5 tonne. There will be others similar - maybe some Kia Sportage or the likes?

With that weight requirement, you might be as well spending a few hours on a caravan forum and see what they use.

 

[JeepJeep]

 

[ollandroverman]

Skoda Kodiac has 2.4tonne capacity, some of the VW Tiguans go to 2.5 tonne. There will be others similar - maybe some Kia Sportage or the likes?

With that weight requirement, you might be as well spending a few hours on a caravan forum and see what they use.

The issue could be these are cars to use within a business, and depending on the set up may be taxed as such.

 

[JP1]

Is it really 2500kg?

Plenty of mid sized vans offer limited slip and raised suspension / aggressive wheel options. Most are 2000kg.

Something like a Vivaro would fit the bill. The 180hp Auto can tow 2500kg and a much nicer place to be than a pickup and more secure / space for carrying medicines / vet kit / her dogs / even getting changed in the van with washing down under the lifting tailgate if you spec that

I know what I'd sooner drive

https://www.parkers.co.uk/vans-pickups/vauxhall/vivaro/2019-dimensions/#

 

[theboytheboy]

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I've a flatbed one in a shed that I've been saying I will restore for 12 months or more now. Will probably/almost certainly never happen though

 

[Netherfield]

Is it really 2500kg?

Plenty of mid sized vans offer limited slip and raised suspension / aggressive wheel options. Most are 2000kg.

Something like a Vivaro would fit the bill. The 180hp Auto can tow 2500kg and a much nicer place to be than a pickup and more secure / space for carrying medicines / vet kit / her dogs / even getting changed in the van with washing down under the lifting tailgate if you spec that

I know what I'd sooner drive

https://www.parkers.co.uk/vans-pickups/vauxhall/vivaro/2019-dimensions/#

Tiguan 2.0 TSI can tow 2500kg.

 

[Highland Mule]

The issue could be these are cars to use within a business, and depending on the set up may be taxed as such.

Agreed, but it can be overcome with some thought.

 

[JeepJeep]

I've a flatbed one in a shed that I've been saying I will restore for 12 months or more now. Will probably/almost certainly never happen though

Local Ford New Holland dealer had one as a van in the village when I were a kid. Single wheel rear axle and proper old school hand donr sign writing.

 

[beltbreaker]

Big waiting lists on some, local spray lot waiting 12 months for AWD Transit. Hilux is April 22. Berlingo/Partner good van for vets will go most places with snow tyres. Almost all Inverness dealers are snotty pricks. New Landy or wait for Ineos

 

[Farmer Fin]

Looking for options to replace a van at mrs work (vet practice) they currently have 1 L200 and a few berlingo sized vans. The large animal vets are towing a tipper crush at times and there’s a bit of conflict with vehicle sharing so in an ideal word they would run 3 pickups. Seeing as there is a shrinking number of pick up options (and prices rising and availability not good) I can’t think of there being anything like a shogun or Nissan patrol type smaller 4x4 still in production, is there anything out there that has 4x4 slightly better ground clearance and 2.5t towing ability….. commercial would be a bonus but does that throw us back down the pick up route?

Do they use the vehicles for private use? I’m not convinced the vat saving on a commercial pick up is worth is when you take the poor fuel economy into it. A decent sized van with 2 rows of seats would be my preferred option.

 

[ollandroverman]

Do they use the vehicles for private use? I’m not convinced the vat saving on a commercial pick up is worth is when you take the poor fuel economy into it. A decent sized van with 2 rows of seats would be my preferred option.

Even choosing the right doublecab-in-van can be a financial minefield for your business.
If I remember correctly it was HMRC vs Coca-Cola gave some clarity

 

[JP1]

Tiguan 2.0 TSI can tow 2500kg.

Yes but if you’re PAYE A’s has been said your BIK is ££££