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Looking for an Automatic Minibus? Rivervale Has You Covered

Whether you’re looking to lease a brand new automatic minibus or buy a fully maintained used one, Rivervale can help you find the right vehicle at the right price.

We offer a wide selection of automatic minibuses for sale and automatic minibus leasing options – including 8 to 17-seaters, diesel or electric, all backed by expert advice and flexible finance plans.

Why Go Automatic?

More and more drivers and fleet managers are choosing automatic minibuses – and for good reason:

  • Easier to Drive
    No clutch, no constant gear shifting – just smooth, simple driving. Perfect for school runs, shuttle services, or urban routes with stop-start traffic.
  • Better Fuel Efficiency
    Modern automatic gearboxes are smart. They adapt to driving conditions and often match or beat manual vehicles for mpg.
  • Less Wear and Tear
    Automatic transmission means less strain on the engine and gearbox, which can reduce maintenance costs and extend vehicle life.
  • Improved Safety and Comfort
    Fewer distractions for the driver and a smoother ride for passengers – especially important in busy towns or tight rural roads.
  • Wider Driver Accessibility
    Automatic minibuses can be driven by anyone with the correct licence – even those who passed in an automatic car.

Rivervale Minibus’ Automatic Minibus Range

At Rivervale, you can lease or buy a range of automatic minibuses – new or used. Here’s what we offer:

17-Seater Ford Transit (Automatic)
Available in Trend, Leader or Limited trims. These can be leased new or purchased used – stock-dependent.

Electric Automatic Minibuses
All electric vehicles are automatic by design and are clean, quiet, and perfect for eco-conscious organisations. Choose from:

Ford E-Transit (15 seat)

Maxus eDeliver 9 (14 seat)

8–9 Seater Minibuses (Automatic)
Compact, comfortable, and versatile options like:

Renault Trafic
Citroën SpaceTourer
Ford Tourneo Custom

Used Automatic Minibuses for outright purchase

Our used stock often includes ex-lease vehicles we’ve maintained from day one – giving you confidence in their condition and history. Availability changes regularly, see our stock below, but if you cant find what you’re looking for, we can find it! Give us a call on 01273 433480.

Get in touch

We are here to help and would love to talk through any aspect of getting your minibus