Best Vans for Florists to Buy in 2027
Nothing says ‘I love you’ like a blooming bouquet of flowers from your local florist, more so if they arrive in a smart, sparkling van – but which are the best vans to buy for florists?
Florists have been marking occasions, decorating weddings and no doubt saving a few marriages for decades now, so much so that they are an integral business to the van industry.
Indeed, without practical vans to get those bouquets to lucky recipients in one piece, there would be a lot less colour in the world.
Nevertheless, a good van for a florist needs to be ready for more than simply transporting goods, and there are some excellent options out there right now – so, which are Vansdirect’s top picks for the best florist vans to buy in 2027?
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What Makes a Good Van for a Florist?
Flexibility – It’s all well and good getting your flower creations to your destination in immaculate condition, but it means nothing if you then struggle getting them in or out of the van. Easy access and wide apertures are an important factor for florists, so seeking out vans with two sliding doors and generous accessibility will make a difference.
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High Ceilings – If it’s likely you’ll be carrying larger flower arrangements that demand some excess load space, then it would be worth seeking out vans with a particularly high roof. Small vans like the Maxus eDeliver 3 and Kia PV5 fulfil this brief with their taller dimensions, while some medium vans – including the Renault Trafic, Nissan Primastar and Maxus Deliver 7 – are available in H2 configuration.
Manoeuvrability – It’s likely many journeys for florists will be within urban areas to ensure a quick delivery service. Therefore, a van that is easy to drive, manoeuvre and park will be most beneficial so your van can carry out deliveries and be accessed conveniently. Provided they offer sufficient load space for your particular business, a small van is therefore most appropriate for florists.
Economical – Since many floristry businesses carry out deliveries in the local area, it is likely a van will be tackling short-haul, urban-based routes. It is therefore worth researching vans that can reduce your running costs, such as an electric van. With zero emissions and only the cost of recharging to consider, electric vans make a big financial saving, while they are not affected by Clean Air Zone tariffs.
Temperature Controlled – It is well known that flowers benefit from cool environments when being transported, so you might want to consider getting a temperature-controlled cargo bay. There are a number of aftermarket suppliers able to convert your van once you have taken delivery of it.
Secure - It is no secret that the scourge of tool theft has been on the rise, so if your livelihood depends on your van, security should be taken seriously. Vansdirect offers lockable racking and security solutions to ensure your new van and its contents don’t fall into the wrong hands.
What Type of Van is Best for a Florist?
Small Van – A small van doesn’t have to mean a compromise on load-carrying ability – in fact, you might be surprised just how much you can fit into a small van. If that works for your business, then the upsides of convenient manoeuvrability, more economical running costs and being a doddle to park make this an ideal choice.
Medium Van – If the dimensions of a small van don’t quite work for you, upgrading to a larger medium van still opens you up to myriad quality options. Better still, medium vans offer wider opening apertures at the side and rear, as well as superior height if your floristry happens to be on the more flamboyant side.
Best Vans for Florists in 2025
Citroen e-C3 Van
Body Styles: Car-derived van
Engines: 44kWh Battery (Electric)
Payload Capacity Range: 302kg
The Citroen e-C3 stands out a bit on the list, as it is far closer to a run-of-the-mill car than a traditional van; while it has all the amenities and comforts of a modern Citroen car, the e-C3 van has handily removed the rear seats, darkened the rear windows and added a bulkhead.
With 1,220 litres of space in the back, a 1.2-metre load length and 198 miles of WLTP range, the e-C3 perfectly suits nipping around the city. Additionally, the van's electric nature means not only is the van compact enough to slip down tight roads, find a spot in a car park or reverse up a customer's drive, but it is also perfect for slipping through ULEZ areas without any extra pressure on your business.
Another bonus that comes with the e-C3 is familiarity and comfort - if you prefer driving a car to a van, the e-C3 will be a much less stressful daily driver. Additionally, it comes with all the comforts of the passenger model, including the touchscreen display, capable of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, manual air conditioning, rear parking sensors, and Citroen’s ‘Advanced Comfort’ seats. There are also USB-C ports for charging up on your travels.
VERDICT: The Citroen e-C3 is a comfortable and capable little van, perfect for those who prefer driving cars, or need to squeeze through tighter spaces.
Ford Transit Courier
Body Styles: L1
Engines: 1.0-litre 100 (Petrol), 1.0-litre 125 (Petrol), 1.5-litre 100 (Diesel), 43kWh (Electric)
Payload Capacity Range: 614-698kg
Braked Towing Capacity: 750-1100kg
The Ford Transit Courier might be small compared to rivals, but it could possibly be the most Tardis-like van in the class.
A major overhaul for 2024 saw the Courier completely reprofiled into a boxier van that not only gives it eye-catching looks but also significantly increases interior room.
Indeed, with 2.9 cubic metres of load space, the Courier is close enough to rivals that take up more space on the road, while it still matches them in areas like rear-door opening width.
The big benefits of having a van with a smaller footprint are that the Courier is easy to park, nimble to drive and – especially in electric guise – very economical. It also has a high-quality interior with bags of standard kit.
If the Courier is just a bit too pint-sized for you, however, it would be worth considering the slightly larger Ford Transit Connect instead.
VERDICT: The Ford Transit Courier is as enjoyable as it is easy to drive around city streets, while it still offers surprising practicality for its diminutive size.
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Maxus eDeliver 3
Body Styles: SWB (L2)
Engines: 50kWh (Electric)
Payload Capacity Range: 1045kg
Braked Towing Capacity: 1030kg
Straddling somewhere between what is considered a ‘small van’ and a ‘medium van’, the unconventional positioning of the Maxus eDeliver 3 therefore identifies it as a top option for florists.
Indeed, the eDeliver 3 eschews conventional ‘small van’ dimensions and instead favours a slim but tall profile that endows it with class-leading levels of cargo space and payload capacity.
With its 1230mm rear opening, the eDeliver 3 has plenty of room for loading items, while the 710mm side door aperture is also very generous.
It’s also well designed for city driving with its slender profile allowing it to dart up city streets with ease, while the single 50kWh electric powertrain option will go all the way to 174-miles on a single charge.
VERDICT: The Maxus eDeliver 3’s unconventional dimensions give it strengths that would make it an ideal choice for florists.
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Citroen Berlingo
Body Styles: M, XL (L1, L2)
Engines: 1.5-litre 100 (Diesel), 1.5-litre 130 (Diesel), 52kWh (Electric)
Payload Capacity Range: 691-982kg
Braked Towing Capacity: 750-1050kg
If you’re in the market for a small van, then the practical and efficient Citroen Berlingo should always be a consideration for your business.
The strength of the Berlingo – as well as its almost identical siblings, the FIAT Doblo, Peugeot Partner and Vauxhall Combo – lies in it being competitive versus rivals in almost every area.
For instance, the 3.3 cubic metre load bay (3.9 cubic metres in XL guise) is among the biggest in the class, while a plus-one tonne payload capacity for some models in the line-up is also tough to beat. This is despite the Berlingo being one of the smaller vans in terms of external dimensions.
Couple that with a smart interior – complete with three seats on higher-end trims – and car-like driving manners, plus the option of twin sliding doors, and the Berlingo as a small van consideration is hard to beat.
VERDICT: Well-packaged, very practical and with a few tricks up its sleeve, the Citroen Berlingo a natural consideration for any would-be small van buyer
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Kia PV5 Cargo
Body Styles: L2
Engines: 51.5kWh (Electric), 71.2kWh (Electric)
Payload Capacity Range: 690-790kg
Braked Towing Capacity: 450-750kg
Much like the Maxus eDeliver 3, the Kia PV5 Cargo is larger than most small vans, but not quite big enough to be classified as a medium van.
By going against the norm, however, the PV5 – which has only just landed in the UK – makes a strong case for itself with its expert packaging, state-of-the-art electric platform and a quality, smart-connected interior.
Similar in length to an L2 small van – such as the Citroen Berlingo XL – the PV5 is however taller and lower to the ground, giving it a modest step height into the rear compartment. It’s also wide at 1345mm – larger than other small vans – while its 4.4 cubic metres of load space is huge considering its footprint.
With the choice of two battery powertrains – the ‘standard range’ 51.5kWh and ‘long range’ 71.2kWh – the PV5 is one of the most frugal in the market, achieving range of 155 and 258-miles respectively.
And if aesthetics matter a lot for your business, the Kia PV5 looks like no other van on the road...
VERDICT: The small van class enters a new age with the futuristic new Kia PV5, which breaks from convention and is all the more appealing for it.
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Volkswagen ID.Buzz Cargo
Body Styles: L1/H1
Engines: 59kWh, 79kWh (Electric)
Payload Capacity Range: 607-712kg
Braked Towing Capacity: 1000-1800kg
If your floristry business is all about image, then look no further than the Volkswagen ID.Buzz Cargo.
Inspired by the iconic VW Campervans of old, the ID.Buzz Cargo is drenched in stylish retro throwbacks that prove vans can in fact be stylish.
It’s a thoroughly modern interpretation of a classic approach though with a modern interior that is high-quality and an economical battery powertrain capable of up to 277 miles of range.
While Volkswagen has openly traded some load carrying ability in favour of design – a classic form over function approach – the German marque correctly points out that if you needed all the space of a medium van, you could choose the Transporter instead.
VERDICT: You may have to choose between heart and head if outright space matters but if not then the ID.Buzz Cargo is stylish, frugal and great to drive. Plus it’ll make your business pop on the side.
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