Used Fiat Ducato

As a large van, economy can sometimes be tricky, yet in the Fiat Ducato it's not too bad at all thanks to the turbodiesel engine choices. These are usually found in a 2.2-litre, whilst older versions are 2.3-litre and 2.0-litre units.

Later engines are much more efficient, so it's worth taking into account when buying used. That said, you should see around 35mpg in the later engines. Older engines do promise more, but as they are before WLTP regulations, actually getting those figures will be tricky.

Performance on the whole is decent enough for a large van, although they can be noisy and not as refined as other large vans, which include the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter and VW Crafter.

Like all vans, the unbraked towing capacity is 750kg, whilst braked the Ducato can tow up to 3,000kg braked weight depending on spec.

As is the norm, if you want the nicer interiors when looking at used Ducato models, the later ones have the more sought-after kit.

Interiors are like that of Fiat car models, so dials are clear and neat. Higher spec models get a nice infotainment digital screen, but it's pretty much business as usual in terms of van fit and feel.

It's worth noting Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come on 2022 models fitted with the larger 7.0 and 10.0-inch screens; regular 5.0-inch screens therefore don't.

Safety kit is lacking on older Ducato models, whilst the 2022 update has seen them rise to class leader with autonomous emergency braking and lane-departure warning as standard.