Used Cargo Van Prices in 2026: What 1,300+ Real Listings Reveal
Updated October 2026
Cargo vans are the workhorse of local delivery, trades, and mobile businesses, and they're one of the most-searched used commercial vehicles out there. Instead of guessing at a price range, we pulled the numbers from our own marketplace. This guide is based on an analysis of 1,322 used cargo van listings currently for sale across the United States, with real asking prices, mileage, model years, and fuel types.
The short answer: the median asking price for a used cargo van is about $17,777. But cargo vans behave very differently from box trucks when it comes to price, mileage is by far the biggest lever, and it drops fast. Below we break down exactly how much you should expect to pay, and where the real deals are.
Used Cargo Van Price Snapshot
Here's the full spread of asking prices across the 1,300+ cargo vans we analyzed. This is the range you'll actually see when you start shopping:
| Where it falls in the market | Asking price | What you're looking at |
|---|---|---|
| Bottom 10% (budget) | Around $6,995 | High-mileage, older, or work-worn vans |
| 25th percentile | ~$10,995 | Older gas vans, 120k+ miles, still working |
| Median (typical) | ~$17,777 | A solid, ready-to-work used cargo van |
| 75th percentile | ~$24,900 | Newer or lower-mileage, often 2018+ |
| Top 10% (premium) | $32,995+ | Late-model, low-mileage, or upfitted vans |
The average (mean) asking price was $19,324, a bit above the median, pulled up by a handful of near-new and specialty vans. For most buyers, the realistic shopping band is $11,000-$25,000.
Cargo Van Price by Mileage (the biggest factor)
If you take one thing from this guide, make it this: mileage drives cargo van prices harder than anything else. Unlike box trucks on heavy commercial chassis, most cargo vans share drivetrains with passenger vehicles, so they depreciate on a steep curve as the odometer climbs.
| Mileage | Median asking price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Under 50,000 | $31,990 | 220 |
| 50,000 - 100,000 | $19,499 | 379 |
| 100,000 - 150,000 | $15,900 | 380 |
| 150,000 - 200,000 | $9,995 | 206 |
| 200,000+ | $7,777 | 78 |
That's a ~75% drop from a sub-50k-mile van (median $31,990) to one with 200,000+ miles (median $7,777). The steepest cliff is between 100,000 and 200,000 miles, where the median falls from about $16,000 to $10,000. The flip side: if you're on a budget and don't mind higher miles, a well-maintained 150,000-mile gas van is one of the cheapest ways to put a work vehicle on the road.
Cargo Van Price by Model Year
Age tracks closely with mileage here. Here's how median asking price falls as vans get older:
| Model year | Median asking price | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 - 2026 | $24,700 | 503 |
| 2015 - 2019 | $15,982 | 478 |
| 2010 - 2014 | $9,995 | 183 |
| 2005 - 2009 | $8,948 | 68 |
| Pre-2005 | $6,500 | 49 |
The value sweet spot is the 2015-2019 range, a big slice of the market (478 vans) at a median under $16,000. These are modern Transit and ProMaster-era vans, past their steepest depreciation but still with plenty of service life left.
Gas vs. Diesel: Gas Wins the Cargo Van Market
Cargo vans flip the box-truck script on fuel. Where box trucks split roughly 50/50 between gas and diesel, cargo vans are overwhelmingly gas, about 88% of the listings we analyzed:
| Fuel type | Share of listings | Median asking price |
|---|---|---|
| Gas | ~88% | $16,990 |
| Diesel | ~6% | $21,248 |
| Electric / other | ~6% | Varies widely |
Diesel vans carry about a $4,000 premium at the median but are much harder to find. For most local delivery and trade work, a gas van is the practical (and cheaper) choice, both to buy and to repair. Worth noting: electric cargo vans (Ford E-Transit, BrightDrop, RAM ProMaster EV) are starting to show up in the used market, a small but growing segment for fleets with fixed local routes.
What Drives the Price of a Used Cargo Van?
- Mileage, as shown above, the single biggest lever, a high-mileage van can cost a third of a low-mileage one.
- Roof height and length, high-roof extended vans (you can stand up inside) command a premium over standard low-roof cargo vans.
- Upfit and shelving, a van already fitted with shelving, bulkhead, ladder rack, or interior lining saves you thousands in build-out and adds resale value.
- Condition and prior use, ex-fleet delivery vans rack up miles fast but are often well-maintained; check for sliding-door wear, brakes, and rust.
- Fuel type, diesel and specialty EV vans price above the gas baseline.
- Location, our listings cluster in California (420), Florida (140), Colorado (85), Texas (82), and Washington (72). Big metros price higher; smaller markets can hide deals.
Which Brands Dominate the Used Cargo Van Market?
Ford leads by a wide margin (601 listings, the Transit and older E-Series), followed by the Chevrolet Express (257) and RAM ProMaster (256). Nissan (NV), GMC (Savana), and Mercedes-Benz (Sprinter) round out the field. If you want maximum parts availability and the cheapest repairs, the Ford Transit and Chevy Express are the safe, ubiquitous picks; the ProMaster wins on cargo space and a low load floor.
Where to Find Used Cargo Vans for Sale
Cast a wide net, each marketplace has different strengths:
- Haulver, our marketplace, built specifically for commercial trucks and vans. Browse cargo vans with mileage, specs, and seller contact info.
- Commercial Truck Trader, large dealer inventory with strong filters for roof height, year, and price.
- eBay Motors, nationwide listings with buyer protection, good for private-seller deals.
- Craigslist, best for local deals and direct negotiation, lower prices but more due diligence.
- Facebook Marketplace, growing selection from local sellers, easy to message and vet sellers.
Fleet rental companies like Ryder, Penske, and Enterprise also sell off their used cargo vans, often well-maintained with full service records, which is worth a premium for the peace of mind.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a used cargo van cost?
Based on our analysis of more than 1,300 used cargo van listings, the median asking price is about $17,777. Most vans fall between $11,000 and $25,000, with high-mileage older vans starting under $7,000 and newer low-mileage vans reaching $33,000 or more.
What is considered high mileage for a cargo van?
The median used cargo van on the market has about 103,000 miles. Anything over 150,000 miles is considered high, and price drops steeply past that point, from a median around $16,000 in the 100,000 to 150,000 mile range down to about $10,000 at 150,000 to 200,000 miles. Unlike heavy-duty box trucks, cargo vans depreciate hard with mileage, so mileage is the single biggest price factor.
Are used cargo vans gas or diesel?
The used cargo van market is overwhelmingly gas: about 88% of listings in our data are gas-powered, with diesel making up under 6%. Diesel vans carry a modest premium, a median of roughly $21,200 versus $17,000 for gas, and are less common since most cargo vans are used for lighter local delivery where gas engines are cheaper to buy and maintain.
Which cargo vans are the most popular?
Ford dominates the used cargo van market (the Transit and older E-Series), followed by the Chevrolet Express, RAM ProMaster, Nissan NV, GMC Savana, and Mercedes-Benz Sprinter. Ford alone accounts for nearly half of all used cargo van listings.
Where can I find used cargo vans for sale?
You can find used cargo vans on Haulver, which specializes in commercial trucks and vans, as well as on marketplaces like Commercial Truck Trader, eBay Motors, Craigslist, and Facebook Marketplace. Fleet rental companies such as Ryder, Penske, and Enterprise also sell off used cargo vans with full service records.
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