If you are getting prices for vehicle branding, two similar sounding options quickly appear: a full wrap and part wrap. Well, when styled correctly, both can look spectacular depending on your budget and usage of the vehicle. For Vehicle Livery, consider contacting pvluk.com/vehicle-graphics/
A UK guide, including average cost brackets in plain English.
What is a part wrap?
A part wrap means that specific install panels around the vehicle only are covered with digitally printed and cut out vinyl.
Pros of a part wrap:
Lower cost than a full wrap
Smart design on car colour can make it look more up-market
Quicker to install: Requires less material, adapts quickly
Best for: Local service businesses with something they want people to see but don’t need a full wrap or have a lot of money to spend on advertising.
Cons of a part wrap:
Potentially less coverage overall, so it could potentially look less flashy from certain angles.
Strength in design – Weak layouts could look “patchy”
If your vehicle colour doesn’t match up with your brand, it’s out of your hands.
Using printed vinyl full wrap – Wrapping painted panels (ie this means generally all the bodywork on most cars) fully, effectively changing the look of the entire vehicle.
Pros of a full wrap:
Maximum impact and brand presence
Greater creative possibilities: colours, gradients, photography and patterns.
Great if you are after a uniform look right across your fleet (even with differently coloured vehicles)
Aids in protecting original paint from light abrasions.
Cons of a full wrap:
Higher cost
More prolonged fitting duration and extra downtime
Since it has more surface coverage, aftercare counts (washing method/parking).
UK Pricing In 2026 (Approx)
Costs change with vehicle size, design intricacy and vinyl type but approx:
Half wrap: £600–£1,500 for most vans
Full wraps cost around £1,800 to £3,500 and up for most vans
Reflective vinyl, premium laminates and heavy design work all add to the costs as can complex curves on the body of the vehicle.
Which should you choose?
It offers robust branding on a reasonable budget if you opt for the half wrap. A full wrap is ideal for maximum attention, a full colour change or a single look across your fleet.
