Contract Hire Vans
The most popular way to lease a commercial vehicle for business. Fixed monthly rentals, no depreciation risk, and the simplest way to keep your fleet up to date.
How contract hire works
Contract hire is essentially a long-term rental. You agree a fixed monthly payment for a set period, drive the van, then hand it back at the end.
Choose your van
Browse our deals or tell us what you need. We supply all major manufacturers.
Agree the terms
Pick your contract length (24 to 60 months), annual mileage, and whether you want a maintenance package.
Drive away
We handle the order, registration, and free delivery to your door anywhere in the UK.
Hand it back
At the end of the contract, simply return the van. No selling, no hassle, no residual value risk.
Benefits of contract hire
Contract hire is the go-to choice for businesses of all sizes. Here is why.
Fixed monthly costs
Your rental is agreed at the start and never changes. This makes budgeting straightforward.
No depreciation risk
The finance company owns the van, so you are completely protected from any drop in resale value.
VAT recovery
VAT-registered businesses can reclaim 50% of the VAT on rentals, or 100% if the van is used solely for business.
100% tax deductible
The full rental payment is an allowable business expense, reducing your taxable profit.
Free UK delivery
Every contract hire deal includes free delivery to your home or business address.
Optional maintenance
Add a maintenance package to cover servicing, tyres, and roadside assistance for one simple monthly payment.
Who is contract hire ideal for?
Contract hire works brilliantly for any VAT-registered business that wants a new van without a large upfront cost. It is especially popular with:
- Sole traders and small businesses wanting predictable costs
- Fleets that need to refresh vehicles every few years
- Businesses that want manufacturer warranty cover throughout
- Anyone who would rather not deal with selling a van at the end
- Companies looking to keep assets off the balance sheet
Get a contract hire quote
Tell us what you need and we will come back to you with a competitive quote.
Contract hire FAQs
Your contract hire agreement covers the use of the vehicle for an agreed period and mileage. Road tax is included for the duration of the contract, and you can optionally add a maintenance package to cover servicing, tyres, and breakdown assistance. Insurance is not included and must be arranged separately.
If you exceed your contracted mileage, you will be charged an excess mileage fee per mile. This rate is set out in your agreement from the start. If you think you are going to go over, get in touch with us as it is often cheaper to renegotiate mid-term than to pay excess charges at the end.
Most contract hire agreements run for the full term. Early termination is possible but typically involves an early settlement charge. We recommend choosing a contract length you are comfortable with from the outset. If your circumstances change, speak to us and we will do our best to help.
Yes, most contract hire agreements require an initial rental payment, typically equivalent to 3, 6, or 9 monthly rentals paid upfront. A higher initial rental will reduce your ongoing monthly payments. We can tailor this to suit your budget.
The van should be returned in a condition consistent with its age and mileage, following the BVRLA fair wear and tear guidelines. Normal wear is expected and accepted. Anything beyond that, such as significant dents, interior damage, or missing items, may result in end-of-contract charges.
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Sion Jones Commercials Ltd is an independent commercial vehicle broker. We are not authorised or regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and do not provide finance directly. Any finance arranged is provided through carefully selected third-party brokers and lenders who are authorised and regulated by the FCA. All finance is subject to status, affordability and lender approval. Full terms and conditions are available on request.