UNVI Minibuses & Mid-Sized Coaches
UNVI Minibuses & Mid-Sized Coaches
UNVI S20 / S20 XL
The S20 range transforms the Mercedes-Benz Sprinter into a comfortable small coach, bridging the gap between conventional passenger vans and larger purpose-built midibuses. Available with up to 22 passenger seats, it combines familiar Sprinter mechanicals with coach-style seating, air conditioning, luggage accommodation and a more substantial passenger interior. The S20 is particularly suited to airport transfers, executive travel, school contracts and smaller private-hire groups. Higher-specification XL and VIP conversions offer greater flexibility for operators prioritising passenger comfort, while the relatively narrow body makes the vehicle easier to manoeuvre than a conventional coach.
Price From: POA / specification dependent
Base Vehicle: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
Manufacturer: UNVI
Powertrain: Diesel
Engine: 2.0-litre Mercedes-Benz turbo diesel, current chassis specification dependent
Transmission: Specification dependent
Seats: Up to 19 or 22 passengers, depending on configuration
Typical Licence: Category D1 or D, depending on approved passenger seating
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
Length: Approximately 7.5 metres
Height: Approximately 2.8 metres
Luggage Capacity: Up to 2.5m³, depending on layout
Passenger Equipment: Reclining seating, air conditioning, reading lights, overhead storage and optional executive equipment
Accessibility: Conversion dependent
UK Availability: Supplied through Coachtraders
UNVI M20
Replacing the former Compa, the UNVI M20 offers a more substantial passenger vehicle based on the heavy-duty IVECO Daily chassis. Its 8.5-metre body provides seating for up to 29 passengers, although 25-seat layouts can offer a useful balance between passenger accommodation and luggage capacity. The M20 is particularly well suited to tourism, school transport, airport transfers and private hire, combining the Daily's robust mechanical foundations with comfortable coach-style seating and generous luggage accommodation. An innovative sliding luggage compartment adds flexibility, while wheelchair-accessible conversions are also available. The M20 remains one of UNVI's most versatile offerings for British operators seeking a compact but capable midicoach.
Price From: POA / specification dependent
Base Vehicle: IVECO Daily 70C
Manufacturer: UNVI
Powertrain: Diesel
Engine: 3.0-litre IVECO four-cylinder turbo diesel
Power: Up to approximately 210PS, specification dependent
Transmission: IVECO Hi-Matic 8-speed automatic available
Seats: 25–29 passengers in typical UK touring configurations
Typical Licence: Category D
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
Length: Approximately 8.5 metres
Height: Approximately 3.2 metres
Luggage Capacity: Up to 4m³, depending on configuration
Passenger Equipment: Reclining seats, air conditioning, individual reading lights, overhead storage and optional USB charging
Accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible conversions available with configurable seating and lift equipment
UK Availability: Current model supplied through Coachtraders
UNVI L24 Short
Introduced to Britain in 2024, the UNVI L24 represents a major step up from conventional van-based minibuses. Built on the DAF XB chassis, the shorter 9.35-metre version provides up to 35 passenger seats in a compact but genuinely heavy-duty midicoach. Its 6.7-litre PACCAR diesel engine, eight-speed automatic transmission and 16-tonne gross vehicle weight give it the foundations of a much larger coach, while retaining manageable dimensions for smaller groups and restricted routes. Coach-style interiors, generous luggage storage and available PSVAR-related equipment make it particularly suitable for touring, private hire and school transport. A longer 10.5-metre version with 41 seats is also available, falling outside this guide's seating category.
Price From: POA / specification dependent
Base Vehicle: DAF XB
Manufacturer: UNVI
Powertrain: Diesel
Engine: 6.7-litre PACCAR PX-7 six-cylinder diesel
Power: Approximately 257bhp
Transmission: 8-speed ZF PowerLine automatic
Seats: Up to 35 passengers in standard touring configuration
Typical Licence: Category D
Drive: Rear-wheel drive
Length: 9,350mm
Height: Approximately 3,400mm
Gross Vehicle Weight: 16,000kg
Luggage Capacity: Specification dependent, with rear and side luggage compartments
Passenger Equipment: Reclining seats, air conditioning, reading lights, overhead storage and optional executive interior configurations
Accessibility: PSVAR-ready and accessible specifications available, subject to individual vehicle approval
UK Availability: Current UK-market model supplied through Coachtraders
Important Information
Prices, specifications, dimensions, seating capacities, weights, power outputs and equipment are based primarily on information published by vehicle manufacturers, their official UK representatives and established specialist converters. Specifications can vary by trim, body length, configuration, conversion, model year and individual vehicle. Where a passenger vehicle is produced or modified by a third-party converter, specifications and pricing may vary substantially between suppliers.
Prices shown are UK prices where available and are intended as a guide. Where an official UK list price is unavailable, pricing may be shown as approximate or POA. Prices can change and may exclude optional equipment, conversions, delivery charges or other operator-specific costs.
Seating capacities refer to approved passenger seating arrangements and exclude the driver. Optional executive interiors, additional luggage accommodation and wheelchair-accessible conversions may reduce the available passenger capacity. Individual seating and equipment configurations must be confirmed with the supplier.
Licence categories shown are a general guide only. Individual driving entitlement can vary according to passenger-seat count, vehicle weight, vehicle length, licence issue date, grandfather rights, Section 19 operation and other exemptions. Passenger-seat counts used for licence purposes exclude the driver. Always check the vehicle's plated specification and your own driving-licence entitlement before driving.
Specifications are checked against the latest information reasonably available to The New Yardstick at the time of publication or update. Manufacturers and converters may alter specifications, pricing or model availability without notice.
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