I am leasing a Vivaro 2020 model and pay £167+VAT, reasons as follows
Bath is starting a low emissions zone end of March, my old van would cost £9 a day just to drive through the center or go to suppliers. If my customers will take the £9 on the invoice I may aswell charge it still but get a new van.
No road tax to pay. I pay for maintenance but on a new van this is minimal.
It is a good size with very good fuel economy. at first I thought side doors on both sides would be a pain, but actually is quite good, got one side all shelved with supplies so open door and its all there tidy.
I considered buying a used van but the prices were silly, factor in depreciation and it didnt look so good, so after speaking with the accountant decided to lease a new model over a couple years.
It is not right for everybody but it works for my circumstances. I am about to register for VAT again so will be claiming this back.