VanSave up to 8%Short Wheel Base
Ford Transit Custom or Similar
- Free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup
- Licence B / 3 ** licence is all you need
- Running late? Extra hours from £10
- Automatic gearbox available for +£20/day
Overview
Short Wheel Base Van Hire in London
Our Short Wheel Base van hire in London is a practical self-drive rental option for customers who need a compact, easy-to-handle van for smaller moves, trade work and everyday transport jobs. With 3 seats, diesel fuel economy and a useful load volume of around 6.0 to 6.5 m³, this van is ideal when you need more space than a car but do not want to drive a large commercial vehicle through busy London streets.
Ideal Uses for a Short Wheel Base Van
The Short Wheel Base van is especially popular for small furniture moves, student moves, office items, tools, boxed stock and city deliveries. It is a strong choice for self-drive van rental in North West London, especially when access, parking and narrow residential roads are important.
Short Wheel Base Van Rental Prices
Short Wheel Base hire starts from GBP 78 per day for 1 to 6 days, with longer hire rates from GBP 55 per day for 29 to 30 days. Prices may depend on availability, hire duration and booking conditions.
Ideal For
Specifications
Full technical details for the Short Wheel Base
Seats
3
Doors
5
Fuel
diesel
Gearbox
Manual / Automatic
Licence
Licence B / 3 **
Dimensions
Overall exterior measurements and vehicle size.
| Detail | Measurement |
|---|---|
| External Length | ~4.9 – 5.0 m |
| External Width | ~1.97 m (2.27 m incl. mirrors) |
| External Height | ~2.0 m |
| Cargo Load length | ~2.58 m |
| Cargo Load height | ~1.41 m |
Load & Access
Cargo, luggage, internal space and door entry details.
| Detail | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Cargo Load width | ~1.76 m |
| Cargo Load volume | ~6.0 – 6.5 m³ |
| Payload | ~800 – 1,100 kg (vehicle dependent) |
Capacity & Requirements
Payload, operating weight, turning circle and licence notes.
| Detail | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Maximum operating weight | 100lb |
Pricing
The longer you hire, the less you pay per day
| Rental Length | Price / Day | You Save |
|---|---|---|
| 1 – 6 days | £78 | — |
| 7 – 28 days | £60 | — |
| 29 – 30 daysBest value | £55 | −8% |
Rules & Requirements
What you need to hire this van
- Minimum Age: You must be 23 years or older
- Required Licence: Full Category B driving licence
- Driving Licence Requirement: You must have held your driving licence for at least 2 years
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about hiring the Short Wheel Base
A Short Wheel Base van is best for small moves, tools, boxed items, office furniture, student moves and city deliveries. It is a compact self-drive van hire option in London when you need more space than a car but do not want a large commercial vehicle.
Short Wheel Base hire starts from GBP 78 per day for 1 to 6 days, with longer hire rates from GBP 55 per day for 29 to 30 days. Prices may depend on availability, hire duration and booking conditions.
In most cases, a Short Wheel Base van can be driven with a standard Licence B, subject to our hire terms, driver checks and eligibility requirements.
Yes, the Short Wheel Base van is one of the easiest van hire options to drive around London. Its compact size helps with narrow streets, parking and short-distance city journeys.
Short Wheel Base hire starts from GBP 78 per day for 1 to 6 days, with longer hire rates from GBP 55 per day for 29 to 30 days. Prices may depend on availability, hire duration and booking conditions.
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