Peugeot Partner Van

Along with refined exteriors, Peugeot has not forgotten to pay attention to the interiors and comfort factor of the Partner Van. The Partner Van comes with an optional Multi-Flex modular folding bench seat which allows three people to sit in the front cabin. The central floor area is larger on the vehicle and on the inside, the Partner Van appears to be the perfect vehicle for a varied range of purposes. 

The storage spaces are intelligently placed at easy-to-reach locations all across the cabin like the lower compartment, boot tray, overhead storage, and also a lidded Top Box which comes with a wire conduit. 

The i-Cockpit interior design offers a really comfortable and impressive experience with the instrument cluster mounted higher than in most other vans. The steering wheel is slightly flattened at the top and bottom ends, enhancing the interior look. Technology includes an 8.0-inch touchscreen that supports Apple CarPlay and has the Android Auto MirrorScreen technology along with a range of other infotainment features.

Peugeot has mentioned that they have taken into consideration that a commercial van upholds the image of the business. It is evident that they have put in a lot of effort and paid careful attention to the styling of the new Partner Van. 

The vehicle features a robust front with the recent front-end facelift and a wide vertical grille complemented by the well-sculpted headlights and large chromed Peugeot badge. The proportions of the commercial van are well balanced. The van has a short and convenient horizontal bonnet and has a very high waistline with reduced overhang.  

The vehicle has very compact exterior dimensions which makes it easily maneuverable and overall, it is quite attractive. The van is designed to be highly accessible with asymmetric hinged rear doors and front doors with a large aperture. 

The Partner Van offers an intense driving experience with great manoeuvrability and a really impressive as well as dynamic performance. Based on the same platform as the Peugeot 3008 and 5008, the EMP2 platform helps ensure dynamic comfort, assured road grip, well-balanced drive, optimised turning circle along with an increased wheelbase and extended rear overhang that has made for increased payload capabilities up to 1000 kg.

The Peugeot comes powered with a 3-cylinder, turbocharged 1.2-liter diesel engine or the latest 1.5-litre BlueHDi Euro 6 diesel engine and comes coupled to a manual transmission mission system. There is also the option of an 8-speed automatic transmission system and both the systems are quite smooth and efficient and the one you choose will depend on your style of driving. With powers of 112 hp or 124 hp for the two respective variants, the Partner Van is quite capable and also returns really impressive fuel economies perfect for business purposes.

The car comes with commendable braking capacities and all standard safety features including front airbags with the passenger airbag space introduced being a "bag in roof" type airbag. Anti-Lock Braking System, EBD, Vehicle Stability Control System, Parking Sensors, and Crash Sensors are all standard on both the trims. 

Overall, the Peugeot Partner Van is a small van and a perfectly sized one that is a great package for business purposes. It has been designed for multi-purpose use and serves a variety of purchases. It is suitable for heavy hauling, long as well as short drives. Overall, a great package if you are looking for a compact commercial van.