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I need a VW Transporter type van, what we carry is not above 300kg but is bulky, any suggestions for best MPG?

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1. You don't want the van, you want the flat bed. And you can carry 1000kg. The suspension is rated for that.
2. All modern panel vans are pretty much alike when it comes to fuel economy as a number of them share the same power-train/body i.e Renault- Vauxhall & Nissan are the same, also Volkswagen & some Mercedes. So you pays your money & take the best for you. if you carry loads that are usually too large for a standard van, then you would be better off with a chassis - cab & 'box van' mounted to the chassis. This is more expensive , and the fuel economy is not as good - more drag with the air flow hitting a flat wall. As for using flat bed, do not forget you will have to secure the load with ropes & sheets - a lot more work - try controlling a flapping tarp sheet in windy conditions - oh for the old days - not!
3. Firstly, don't look any further than the Transporter. The best van in it's class by far. Keep well away from the Renault, Nissan ect. As for mpg., the current Transporter comes with a choice of four diesel engines, two 1.9's and two 2.5's. I suppose the 1.9's would be more economical. You can view road test results on www.whatvan.co.uk