Nationwide Vehicle Contracts is expanding its used car leasing offering to include vans, saving businesses up to 30% a month compared with new models while also slashing lead times.

Delivered in partnership with ALD Automotive – part of Ayvens Group – the used line-up spans both internal combustion and electric vans, including Euro 6-compliant models. The range, which is exclusive to Nationwide, includes pickup trucks such as the Ford Ranger, small vans like the Ford Transit Courier and Vauxhall Combo Cargo, and medium vans including the Nissan Primastar, Toyota Proace and Ford Transit Custom.

Available to both business and personal customers, the vans are up to five years old with a maximum of 80,000 miles. All include a minimum six-month MOT, service, breakdown cover and quality inspection, with optional maintenance packages and extended warranties. Flexible mileage and contract terms are also available.

The launch follows a surge in enquiries and continued growth in its used car scheme, the business said.

Over the past year, almost two-thirds (64%) of van enquiries were for small and medium vans, while over a third (36%) were for pickup trucks, highlighting strong interest from SMEs and tradespeople.

Unlike factory-ordered vehicles, which typically have lead times of up to nine months, most used vans are available for delivery within 14 days; in fact, 95% were delivered within this timeframe last year.

Customers can also make big savings compared with leasing a new equivalent, helping businesses manage costs more effectively.

The rollout builds on strong momentum in used car leasing for Nationwide Vehicle Contracts, which grew by 36% in 2025 and now accounts for 11% of total sales. Since launching in 2023, more than 3,000 customers have leased a used vehicle through Nationwide Vehicle Contracts, helping establish the company as the UK’s largest used leasing broker by volume.

With lower monthly costs, shorter lead times and increasing availability of electric and Euro 6-compliant vehicles, Nationwide Vehicle Contracts expects used van leasing to become an increasingly important part of the commercial vehicle market, as businesses seek greater value and faster vehicle availability.

Jenny Acton, head of sales and operations at Nationwide Vehicle Contracts, said: “Businesses are increasingly looking for cost-effective alternatives to new vehicles, without compromising on quality or reliability. By bringing used vans into our award-winning leasing proposition, we’re helping customers access vehicles faster, reduce monthly costs and support the transition to lower-emission transport.”