There is plenty of space for seven adults and a bunch of cargo, and with the individual buckets removed, the EuroVan can carry just over 150 cubic feet of cargo. Because of the van's boxy exterior, interior space can be efficiently used. The tall roof means loading toddlers into a car seat is easy. Mom or Dad can easily stand in the van to strap squirming youngsters down, turning what can normally be a back-breaking nightmare into a slightly uncomfortable bad dream. But the EuroVan proved garageable despite its height, clearing one editor's garage door by an inch or so.
Buyers can opt to use the space inside in one of two ways.
Select GLS trim, as our test van was equipped, and you get a conventional van with seven forward-facing seats and a full load of standard equipment. Other improvements made since the last appearance of the EuroVan in U.S. showrooms include additional sound insulation, a stronger body, dual front airbags, side-impact safety beams, a child safety lock on the right side sliding door and daytime running lights. In a few words, the main problems with the EuroVan are the driving position, ergonomics and price. Getting into or out of the EuroVan gracefully eluded our staff. Footroom is better than what you might find in a Chevrolet Astro or GMC Safari, but is still intruded upon by the front wheel wells.