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Previously described by CMas the best all-round van in its
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sector, this ourney marked our first drive of the Vivaria in its latest 1.9CDTI 100PS guise. We're still waiting for the Vivaro to give us cause for complaint.
The cab proved to have ample space for two generously proportioned occupants and enough oddment space for all the paraphernalia for a day out. Despite the filthy morning, dark, wet and windy, the journey down to Dover was as relaxed as it could be. Good lights and door mirrors, and a highly effective heating and ventilation system ensured clear visibility. However, the glazed panel in the full-height bulkhead was too low to see anything worthwhile through the interior rear-view mirror.
Not only is it an excellent motorway machine, even at the 80mph plus cruising on the French bits, its solid steering and body composure with neutral handling combine to produce a reassuring drive on the Mistier bits. It feels well put together and insulated, with normal conversation possible whatever the speed or surface.
Up to 4,000rprn, the smooth 99hp engine gives enough grunt to safely overtake the numerous tractors hauling sugar beet down the RN43. The driver's seat is comfortable and the dash is simply laid-out. Familiarity breeds contempt, they say and the interior is beginning to look a little dated of late, especially in the dark where the instrument backlighting seems boring. The secondary metric speed markings are a bit crowded, making it a bit hard to see your speed in km/h without concentrating.
Unlike the Vito, for example, diiving position and view is quite commanding and gives you more of an idea where the wheels and bonnet are. More van-like but there's nowt wrong wfth that. Altogether, a love affair rekindled.