Box Truck vs Cargo Van for Your Delivery Fleet in Ontario

Overview Comparison

| Feature | Cargo Van | Box Truck (16-20 ft) | |---|---|---| | Cargo capacity | 200-500 cu ft | 800-1,500 cu ft | | Fuel consumption | 12-16 L/100km | 18-25 L/100km | | Acquisition cost (used) | $15,000-$35,000 | $25,000-$60,000 | | CVOR required | Usually no | Yes |

Choose a Cargo Van If:

- You are starting out and want to minimise capital - Your primary market is smaller items - You operate in dense urban areas - You want to avoid CVOR requirements

Choose a Box Truck If:

- You want to handle the full range of GoGedit delivery jobs - You are targeting furniture and large appliance delivery - You want to expand into moving and commercial freight - You are building a fleet for long-term growth

The Mixed Fleet Approach

Many successful Ontario fleet owners operate a mixed fleet of cargo vans and box trucks to maximise versatility. [Apply to Drive With GoGedit](/be-a-driver) | [How to Start a Delivery Fleet in Ontario](/blog/how-to-start-a-delivery-fleet-in-ontario)