One of the biggest successes in the light commercial market in recent years has undoubtedly been the Peugeot Partner / Citroen Berlingo.

With combined sales of over 3 million units its compact yet capacious design has had a strong influence on the small van market. PSA Group, manufacturers of Peugeot and Citroen vans (the same vehicles, badged differently) will no doubt be hoping to repeat this success with this year’s launch of the new Berlingo/Partner van.

Slightly larger (when aren’t new models?), the new Berlingo/Partner benefits from a 25kg increase in payload – from its original 600kg – 800kg up to 625kg – 825kg. There are also new safety features and the option of a new fleet management system to allow vehicles’ serviceability and mileage to be remotely monitored.

A right-hand drive version will be available from the summer – expect to see plenty around in company and rental fleets.