What are the advantages of a double cab van?

A double-cab van allows you to transport both staff and materials in one vehicle. You get extra seating behind the driver's cab (usually for 5 to 7 people) and keep a separate cargo area for tools and materials. This makes it a practical solution for companies that drive a team to different locations every day and need their work equipment in the process.

What exactly is a double cab van?

A double cab van has an extended cabin with two rows of seats, allowing you to transport between 5 and 7 people. The difference with a regular van is in the extra seats behind the driver. So you have a full passenger compartment in the front and a separate cargo area in the back, separated by a partition.

The configuration is simple: you enter through two doors on each side, with the rear row accessible through the same doors or separate rear doors. The cargo area remains accessible through the rear doors, just like a standard van. The difference with a passenger car is that you still have a professional cargo space for materials, tools and equipment.

This set-up makes the double cab popular with companies that want to keep their team and gear separate. The cabin stays clean and comfortable for your staff, while dirty tools and materials are safe in the back. You get the best of both worlds: comfortable passenger transport and practical cargo capacity.

For which companies is a double cab best suited?

A double cab van is particularly suitable for construction companies, installation companies, gardeners and maintenance services. If you drive a team of three to six people to project sites every day, requiring tools and materials, a double cab offers the perfect solution. You save on fleet and everyone travels together in one vehicle.

For construction companies, the double cab is ideal because you can transport an entire crew with all the necessary tools. Installers appreciate the ability to keep their team and equipment separate, making for a neater working environment. Gardening companies benefit from the combination of passenger transport and space for garden tools and materials.

Facilities services, catering companies and healthcare transporters also use double cabs. If you take several employees to different locations and need to transport stuff in the process, this type of van is a logical choice. It avoids the need for two vehicles and makes planning easier.

The double cab works best when you regularly work with a regular team and do not need the full cargo space of a standard van. For companies that mainly transport light- to medium-weight cargo and value team transport, this is the most practical option.

How much cargo space do you lose with a double cab?

With a double cab, you lose about 30 to 40 per cent of cargo space compared to a standard van. Whereas a regular van often has 5 to 6 cubic metres of cargo space, a double cab usually offers between 3 and 4 cubic metres. The exact dimensions vary by model and make, but the principle remains the same: the extra row of seats takes up space.

The cargo box gets shorter because the cab extends further back. This means you can carry fewer long materials and the overall load capacity decreases. For many companies, this is not a problem as they mainly transport tools, smaller equipment and everyday materials. If you regularly transport long beams, large panels or large amounts of material, a double cab can be limiting.

So you have to carefully weigh up what is more important for your business: extra seats or maximum cargo space. If you work with a team daily and have limited loads, the benefit of one vehicle outweighs the loss of cargo space. For companies carrying heavy or large loads, a standard van with separate passenger car is probably more practical.

The best way to determine whether a double cab will work is to look at your average load. Do your daily materials and tools fit into 3 to 4 cubic metres? If so, a double cab offers enough space. Do you need more structurally? Then consider a different solution.

What are the main advantages of a double cab for your business?

The biggest advantage of a double cab van is cost saving. You need one vehicle instead of two, which means you pay less on purchase, insurance, maintenance and fuel. For companies working with a team on a daily basis, this results in substantial savings. You also need less parking space on your premises and at project sites.

Another important advantage is time savings and better team coordination. Everyone travels together, which means your team arrives at the work site at the same time. You can discuss the work on the road, go through appointments and get straight to work when you arrive. This prevents delays and improves cooperation between team members.

The double cabin also offers flexibility for different types of assignments. On days when you need more staff, you can bring everyone along. When you work alone or with a smaller team, you still have enough cargo space. This adaptability makes the double cab suitable for companies with changing projects and team sizes.

Practically speaking, a double cab keeps your cabin cleaner and more comfortable. Tools and materials remain separated from the passenger compartment, making for a more pleasant working environment. Your staff appreciate the comfort of a tidy cabin, and dirty or dangerous tools remain safely stored in the cargo area.

How Van Den Hurk helps find the right double cab

We understand that every business has unique needs when it comes to commercial vehicles. That is why we offer a wide range of double cabins, tailored to different sectors and applications. Whether you work in construction, installation, landscaping or any other sector, we will help you find the perfect match.

Our approach consists of:

• Extensive stock with various makes and models of double cabins, both new and used
• Personal advice from our dedicated consultants to help you determine the right size and configuration for your specific business needs
• Flexible financing options such as financial leasing, where you can lease the car up to the purchase price excluding VAT
• Stock alert service which automatically sends you an e-mail notification as soon as a van that matches your requirements is posted online
• Transparent pricing and clear communication from advice to delivery

You can view our complete range at our showroom in Helmond, where you can compare different models and take a test drive. Do you have specific wishes, such as a towbar, sidebars or other accessories? We are happy to think along with you. Contact us for personal advice and find out which double cabin suits your company best.