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The Citroen Relay van may not be a showy option to buy but it's a popular choice for a reason. Capable payload options and good fuel economy at a competitive price make it a great choice to put on your comparison list. The van is well-equipped and offers easy Ready to Run conversion. The spacious cabin area may be a little dated but functional. The Relay shares a platform with the Peugeot Boxer and Fiat Ducato and are pretty much the same van. So, it's worth comparing the three of them for the best deal.
If you're looking for a large van, the Citroen Relay van is worth keeping in mind if you want practicality at a decent price. The Relay has been around for over a decade so it's not the most cutting-edge option out there. But it does provide the essentials and reliability at a lower cost.
Inside, the cabin is dated compared to the latest models, which is to be expected. But you still get all the essentials. If you want an uncluttered, roomy working space, the Relay has that in spades. In the Citroen Relay van, standard features include:
If you wanted to plump for some extra tech and comforts, there is just one higher trim now in the Citroen Relay van trims: the Enterprise Edition trim. With this trim you get:
In terms of storage, there's no compromise there. As standard, enjoy two gloveboxes, one of which is lockable. There's also a dashboard shelf and assorted lidded and open cubbies in the front. The door pockets are a generous size, as well as a roomy storage compartment under the passenger seat. An overhead locker offers another 22 litres of space.
More importantly in the rear, you have plenty of load space, with four lengths to choose from. The Citroen Relay van is a real competitor for load space. For example, the L3H3 panel van holds 1,500kg, with 3,705mm length and 2,172mm height. The L4H3 model carries nearly 2,000kg.
Having a wealth of engine choices makes a van instantly more attractive. The Citroen Relay van is offered with two different BlueHDi 2.2 litre turbodiesel engines - in 120, 140, or 165PS units. All options can be paired with the popular six-speed all-synchromesh manual gearbox. You can expect excellent power delivery and fuel economy on them all, along with an estimated 34.9 mpg (WLTP). It's worth thinking about what loads you'll be carrying and the power output necessary to make driving your Citroen Relay van easy day-to-day.
Citroen has improved the sound deadening in the cabin on the latest model, which makes a big difference. Other updates include shock absorber mountings and a sprung driver's seat for comfort. These improvements really help over long distances.
While the Citroen Relay van isn't the newest model on the market, it's been a contender for many years. As a basic van it's equipped for you to do your job well, without all the bells and whistles. If you need a bit more than the Relay offers as standard, there are various packs available to add to the basic specifications.
If you want to maximise your options, the Peugeot Boxer and Fiat Ducato are popular alternatives. They are similarly equipped and built on the same chassis so for a job well done, they are great contenders.
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