For a brand new van, £7,995 (ex VAT) is superb value to begin with – but what about when it’s loads bigger than similarly priced rivals?

As the latest addition to the perpetually popular Combo range, the new Expression offers Vauxhall customers an incredible amount of van for their money, with a load volume of 2.76 cubic metres (SAE method) and a payload of up to 613kg.

What’s more, despite offering all the load volume attributes of a larger van, the 75PS 1.3-litre CDTi Combo is compact and car-like to drive, with power steering, ABS with EBD and Electronic Brake Assist and a light, easy-shifting five-speed gearbox. Its modest exterior dimensions make it ideal for urban work and easy to park, while standard glazed rear windows add to the all-round visibility.

Despite its bargain purchase price, Combo Expression doesn’t skimp on standard equipment, either, with all of the essentials that today’s van users demand.  Remote central deadlocking, a driver’s airbag, a stereo-radio, half-height steel bulkhead, pyrotechnic seatbelt pretensioners, pedal release system and overhead storage shelf add to its armoury, while an electronic engine deadlock immobiliser delivers extra peace of mind.

A range of options is also offered to enhance the Combo Expression further, including a choice of single (£235) or twin (£400) side-loading doors, a tailgate with rear wash-wipe (£100), load bay protector mat (£50), restraint mesh (£85) and a versatile FlexCargo fold-flat passenger Seat (£150) to further increase the model’s load volume.

What’s more, Combo Expression benefits from Vauxhall’s standard customer care package, incorporating a three-year, 60,000-mile warranty, 12 months’ roadside assistance and a six-year anti-perforation warranty – another load off your mind.