Vauxhall has reduced the price on its next-generation Vivaro by £450 with a starting price of £17,995 (excluding VAT).

First deliveries are expected in September and order books are now open. The new Vivaro is available in two trim levels: Vivaro and Vivaro Sportive, and four body styles: panel van, double cab, nine-seater combi and platform cab.

Prices for the Vivaro nine-seater combi range between £25,699 to £27,749 including VAT. The platform cab prices range between £20,658.33 and £21,858.33 excluding VAT.

Vauxhall claims class-leading build quality and practicality with improved cargo dimensions.

Customers will be able to choose from a range of engines including a new bi-turbo that delivers up to 47.9mpg and CO2 emissions at 155g/km.

Equipment includes digital radio, Bluetooh and USB connectivity, steering column mounted audio controls, dual front passengers’ bench seat, six-way adjustable driver’s seat with lumbar support and armrest and full steel bulkhead.

Dealers will be offering option packs with a tyre pressure monitoring system (£200), electronic climate control (£880), rear reversing camera (£510), keyless entry (£250), 17-inch alloy wheels (£465), thorax and curtain airbags (£235) and exterior appearance pack (£300) all available.