It was useful to lug a sizeable payload for the duration of our test, as such a work-focused vehicle would most likely do the same during its working life. As a result, we can’t comment on its (arguably irrelevant) unladen ride quality, but with the combined weight of the steel tray and added ballast over the rear wheels it was commendably smooth for a vehicle with a 7200kg GVM rating. The engine’s 470Nm of torque, which is served full strength at 1500rpm, made light work of lugging this weight around. It offered ample pulling power either side of that peak value, which showcased good flexibility in what was mostly city and suburban driving. It also cruised economically at highway speeds with only 2000rpm required to maintain 110km/h. There’s surprisingly brisk acceleration when maximum power is sed at 3500rpm and the eight-speed automatic is a delight to use, requiring single prods of the stumpy dash-mounted shifter to select either Eco-mode automatic, Power-mode automatic or sequential manual-shifting as required. As an aside, the E6 cab-chassis is noticeable quieter than the van version, given the absence of tyre roar emanating from the rear wheel arches being amplified by a huge unlined cargo bay directly behind you. The floating-on-air feel of the suspended driver’s seat, combined with nicely weighted power steering and a car-like dashboard lay-out, adds some credence to Iveco’s claim that the latest Daily range is more like a car to drive. Overall, it would be pretty easy to live with if you had to drive it every day.