Arriving 1 May 2026. Reservations open now.

PHEV Ford Transit Custom Crew Van Hire

The Ford Transit Custom Crew Van, now in plug-in hybrid form, joins the Kendall Cars fleet on 1 May 2026. Six seats, automatic gearbox, full rear load area behind the second row.

Why hire this van

• Seats 6 (driver plus 5) across two rows
• Plug-in hybrid: electric power for short trips, petrol for longer journeys
• Automatic transmission as standard
• Load space behind the second row for bikes, tools, or weekend kit
• Lower fuel bills and lower emissions than the diesel equivalent

Who it suits

Trade crews moving people and equipment between sites. Sports clubs heading to fixtures. Families with bulky leisure gear. Anyone who needs van space without giving up seats.

Reserve yours

Available from any of our 14 Kendall Cars branches across London and the South East. Book online, call or email us.

 

**Due to high demand, we recommend calling the branch to book this vehicle group, as availability can be limited**

Be one of the first in the South East to drive the brand-new SWB Transit Custom PHEV Automatic. This plug-in hybrid is the perfect choice if you are looking for flexible, low-emission automatic van hire.

You can run on pure electric power for up to 33 miles (WLTP), perfect for cutting fuel costs if you regularly drive through London’s ULEZ or local low-emission zones. If you need a top-up between jobs, finding a local charger is easy with apps like Zapmap. For longer trips, the petrol engine and seamless automatic transmission take over, completely eliminating range anxiety.

Why Hire the SWB Transit Custom PHEV?

Despite the advanced hybrid tech, the SWB Transit Custom PHEV remains a proper working van. It offers a heavy-duty 1,160kg payload and 6.81m³ of load space, easily fitting your tools while staying compact enough for tight residential streets.

If your business is ready to drop tailpipe emissions entirely, we have you covered. You can switch to a smaller fully electric Berlingo for light urban deliveries, or maximize your cargo space with our fully electric LWB Transit van.

Vehicles in this range

• NEW Transit Custom Plug in Hybrid Automatic

The E-Transit Van is a fully electric, versatile, and spacious vehicle designed for daily rental needs, perfect for businesses and individuals alike. With zero emissions, it’s an eco-friendly option, helping renters reduce their carbon footprint while providing efficient transportation.

The E-Transit offers ample cargo space, ideal for moving equipment, goods, or personal belongings. It also features advanced driver-assist technology, including adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and a large infotainment screen, making it easy and safe to drive even for those new to electric vehicles.

Charging options are flexible, with a range that can cover most daily needs on a single charge, and its fast-charging capability ensures minimal downtime between uses. Whether it’s for delivery services, event setups, or day-to-day tasks, the E-Transit Van combines reliability, comfort, and sustainability, making it an excellent choice for short-term rental.

100% Electric Power: Enjoy emission-free driving with a range of up to *190 miles (WLTP) on a single charge, ideal for urban and suburban trips. It has a home charge time of 9.5 hours at 7 kW and a maximum charge rate of 115 kW

Call us or book your long wheelbase Full Electric van online with us now.

*this mileage depends on weather/driving conditions – so could be more around the 150 range as you have aircon, heated seats, etc that draw additional power.

Vehicles in Automatic Electric LWB Van Category:

• Ford Transit L3 H2 Fully Electric Automatic

The vast Ford Transit XLWB Van  has the biggest capacity of any Transit for when you have really bulky loads to shift.

Available as L4 H2 or L4 H3, the length and height of these vehicles, plus a 256 degree rear door opening, means they are super easy to access and can accommodate up to five Europallets.

Interior features include dual passenger seats with a storage compartment below, electric windows and an adjustable steering column.

If the Ford is not your bag, we stock the L4 H2 Renault Master in our fleet, which also fits the bill size-wise.

Book Online or call us to book your perfect Ford Transit XLWB Van Hire today!

Due to space restrictions, this vehicle is NOT available from our New Malden, Wandsworth or Canterbury branches.

Vehicles in this category:

• Ford Transit
• Renualt Master

 

 

If a standard Transit van is just not quite large enough for the job that needs doing, our LWB Transit Van Hire is the solution you are looking for.

We offer either the Citroen Relay or the Peugeot Boxer in this range

These bigger vehicles have an internal length of 3.2 metres (10’ 8”), a height of 1.9 metres (6’ 4”) and a gross payload of up to 1300 kilograms.

From a trade perspective, they can hold up to four Europallets, or, if a house move is on the cards, you should be able to fit in your three piece suite or a standard double bed.

For bigger loads, such as a king-size bed for example, a Luton Box Van may better suit your needs.

Most drivers find getting behind the wheel of a LWB van a relatively easy transition from a car as, although longer and taller, these vehicles have large wing mirrors and power steering, plus greater visibility from being seated higher up.

Call us or book your LWB Transit Van Hire online with us now.

Vehicles in this category

• Ford Transit L3 H3 Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) & L3 H2 Front Wheel Drive (FWD) van
• Citroen Relay L3 H2
• Peugeot Boxer L3 H2
• Renault Master L3 H2
• Maxus Deliver9 L3 H2

Watch a short clip of the NEW Maxus Deliver9 LWB

Watch a short clip showing you around the Ford Transit LWB

 

 

If you are looking for the right vehicle to transport up to six people plus a load of bikes, equipment or leisure gear, our 6-Seater Crew Van Hire tick all the boxes.

Here at Kendall Cars, we recommend either the Ford Transit Custom, Fiat Scudo or Vauxhall Vivaro Crew Van for this kind of task and boast a variety of sizes in our fleet, so please call to discuss your exact needs.

Some of the crew vans in our range also come with tow bars, so please let us know if this is a requirement, so we can ensure we book the right vehicle for you. Please note, additional Third Party insurance will need to be arranged if you intend to use this van for towing.

Get in touch to discuss your crew van needs today.

Vehicle in 6-Seater Crew Van Category:

• Ford Transit Custom
• Fiat Scudo
  
• Vauxhall Vivaro
• Renualt Trafic

 

 

 

When it comes to a dependable, mid-size work van, this short wheelbase model is hard to beat. Whether you’re behind the wheel of a Ford Transit Custom, Renault Trafic, Vauxhall Vivaro, Fiat Scudo or Citroën Dispatch, you’ll be driving a proven workhorse built to handle the demands of daily trade use.

Known across the industry for reliability and practicality, this class of van gets the job done with minimal fuss. These models have consistently been among the UK’s most popular vans for decades—and it’s easy to see why.

You’ll have ample space for tools, materials, or deliveries, while the short wheelbase design keeps the van compact enough to navigate tight residential streets and busy city centres with ease. It’s an ideal choice for both domestic and commercial jobs.

With capacity for up to three Europallets, a gross payload of up to 946kg, and approximately 6.81 cubic metres of loadspace, it offers a versatile and capable solution for a wide range of transport needs.

If you are looking to hire a van for a local house move, this short wheelbase transit would work for multiple trips. For larger loads, pick the Hi-Top Long Wheelbase Transit, 3.5 Tonne Luton Box Van or even our 7.5 Tonne Box Van.

If you need to tow then please arrange this prior to booking (additional insurance fee required for towing).

Vehicles in this range

• Vauxhall Vivaro
• Peugeot Expert
• Fiat Scudo
• Renault Trafic
• Transit Custom
• NEW VW Transporter