With still-limited cargo van inventory and greater retail supply, fleets are turning passenger cars into work vehicles. Check out how a Chrysler Voyager, Hyundai Kona, and a Nissan Kicks turn into mini cargo vans with hard floor coverings, metal screens, and other options.
Photos: Turning Passenger Cars Into Cargo Haulers
Cooper Motor Company in South Carolina converts the Chrysler Voyager locally. Units can be bought out of dealer stock or ordered, though order to delivery could take four to five months.
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The total cargo volume for the Voyager conversion is 128 cu. ft., with interior dimensions of 93-¾ inches in length from the back of the rear seats and 49 inches in width. Legend Fleet Solutions provides the flooring.
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Optional equipment for the Voyager includes a divider partition, exterior window covering, and window metal security inserts.
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The unique floor-mounted system with partition does not require drilling or permanent modification of the vehicle, preserving the seats and cargo area for future personal use and resale. A variety of Sortimo pull-out shelving units can then be added.
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The Nissan Kicks upfit delivery package starts with the subcompact SUV. The package can be installed as part of Nissan’s ship-thru program then shipped to the final delivery location, or the package can be installed locally by a SafeFleet distributor.
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The package consists of a metal partition set up between the front and back seats of the car, along with a cargo floor mat that is designed to avoid damaging the floor.
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Voyager’s 3.6L V-6 powerplant provides more power than other compact van models. Fuel economy is a combined 22 MPG. And drivers get the comfort and amenities of a minivan.
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To address the SUV and automobile market specifically, Sortimo is launching the CarMoPro (Car Mobility Professional) system.
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American Van, subsidiary company to SafeFleet, manufacturers the partition and Legend Fleet Solutions manufactures the cargo flooring. Install takes about 20 minutes.
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