Independent industry experts CAP, predict that the recently launched Citroën Nemo and Berlingo vans will be established leaders in their respective classes for retaining their value.

These strong residual value predictions reflect Citroën's proven pedigree as one of the innovators in the light van sector.

Citroën says the Nemo and new Berlingo are designed to provide businesses with efficient, low cost operation, combined with optimum levels of crew comfort and safety.

According to CAP who produce fully independent price guide residual value figures, the new Nemo van is expected to have a residual value in excess of 32 per cent after a typical three-year, 60,000 mile life - better than the residual values of its rivals. Similarly, the new Berlingo, over a typical three-year, 60,000 mile life, is predicted to retain more than 33 per cent of its initial cost.