The current Relay range has been consolidated into just the single, well-equipped specification - Enterprise Edition. This wasn't always the case, so if you are looking at a used one then you might well find four different trim levels: X, Worker, Enterprise and Driver. The partner for the tipper operations is London-based Tipmaster, who have been trading since 1886, and started manufacturing tipper bodies in 1968. Even though Tipmaster is a smaller company than Ingimex and VFS, their conversions are renowned for their strength and durability. Chassis The current Relay was launched in 2006 and this new version marks an extensive makeover for the panel van. But it is cost-effective and practical - just don't forget to compare the deal you're getting with the Peugeot Boxer and Fiat Ducato, which are essentially the same van. Given how the new Ford Transit has markedly raised the bar by providing a much more car-like interior in terms of comfort, the Relay needed to up its game.

In terms of running costs, the L3H2 version has a claimed average of 38.2mpg and our tests revealed we could do better than that with sustained steady driving on dual carriageways, getting into the 40s. The load area of the tipper body measures 3,000mm long by 2,035mm wide. The side walls are 400mm high and the loading height is 860mm. There is a full height bulkhead, which is solid at the bottom half and mesh at the top for better visibility, and steps at the side for ease of access. The engine is the revised 2.2-litre diesel as previously found in the Relay. It has been tweaked to provide a range of power outputs from 110hp through to 140hp (essential for the L4H4 version). The version tested here is the HDi 130 which is 130hp, with 320Nm of torque at 2000rpm. Certainly in this popular L3H2 configuration it provides a comfortable drive for three people, fuel economy impressed and certain options proved their worth (such as the rear reversing camera).We've driven and reviewed the following specific Citroen Relay examples, which serve as a supplement to the main review information above: A design full of expression, with pure lines, these trims bring a radical transformation to the vehicle’s aesthetics. Citroen has focused on some key areas including improving engine efficiency to reduce running costs, upgrading the cabin space to be more comfortable and more useful, plus strengthening of the body to improve safety and durability.

There is very little not to like about the Citroen Relay tipper; it offers a good payload, it has a spacious and functional cab and the body is built by a bodybuilder renowned for its strength and reliability.

Citroen Relay safety

The Relay offers a pleasant driving environment for a van of its age, with good forward visibility and split door mirrors with lower sections that can be angled downwards - useful when parking in tight spots or for spotting vehicles hiding in your blindspots. The engines were downsized from 2.2-litre to 2.0-litres in 2016 as part of the process of meeting the Euro 6 emissions regulations at that time; all versions gained an increase in power and efficiency in the process.

Possibly more confusingly, Citroen now quotes the Relay's fuel economy according to the latest WLTP standard - this is right and proper, but means that the latest models appear to have much lower fuel economy than the models they replaced. The addition of Teletrac fitted as standard across the range helps the Relay’s cause and, as ever, there are plenty of different bodystyles and options to create the version you need. Earlier Relays came in four trims, with the below kit included on each one. Citroen Relay X equipment highlights:New trim levels were added as part of a general Citroen Relay range update at the same time. Citroen e-Relay electric van As such the Relay has gone from claiming as much as 47.0mpg to a best of 34.9mpg. This doesn't reflect a dramatic drop in efficiency, rather that WLTP is closer to real life than the NEDC test it replaced.