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Overview new electric LCVs: no excuse to wait

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Updated on 01 August 2022

Even though they may require a more careful operational planning and some infrastructural adaptations, the latest electric vans are ticking a lot of boxes while cutting fuel and maintenance costs. Moreover, with LEZ and emission targets looming large, fleets had better start incorporating them to gain valuable experience ahead of a general roll-out. These are the e-vans that belong on your vehicle list. 

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Now that electric cars are about to break through, the e-wave is also building up in the LCV segment. The focus is on larger vehicles, which are particularly popular with courier companies, but the offer is expanding to the midfield.

The big challenge with vans is the reconciliation of load capacity with driving range. You can only get a big range by mounting a large battery pack, but that in turn reduces the payload. So it comes down to finding the right balance - and looking at the actual usage. It is no coincidence that many OEMs offer two battery pack sizes.

Fleet Europe has assembled all newcomers in a practical overview per segment, which will be updated regularly. 

Small vehicles

Fiat e-Doblo

No longer a standalone van. The e-Doblo shares its battery technology and technical specifications with its siblings within the Stellantis constellation. Has a slightly better range (+ 5 km). 

  • Battery size: 50 kWh
  • Range: +/- 280 km
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 11 kW (5 hrs)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): 100 kW (30 mins)
  • Payload: up to 800 kg
  • Load volume: up to 4.4 m3

Mercedes-Benz e-Citan

A the technical twin to the Renault Kangoo, the e-Citan takes pride in the same battery pack but with slightly different specs and without the pilarless lateral opening.

  • Battery size: 45 kWh
  • Range: +/- 285 km 
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 11/22 kW (3,5/2 hrs)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): 75 kW (40 mins)
  • Payload: 782 kg
  • Load volume: 3.9 m3

Nissan Townstar

It’s the first time Nissan developed a mirror model of the Kangoo from alliance partner Renault. Emphasis lies strongly on the EV version, which shares its characteristics with its French counterpart.  

  • Battery size: 44 kWh
  • Range: +/- 285 km
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 22,0 kW (2 hrs)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): 75 kW (42 mins)
  • Payload: up to 800 kg
  • Load volume: 3.9 m3
     

Opel Rocks e-Kargo

Sister model to the Citroën Ami Cargo aimed at urban couriers and sustainable small enterprises. Its microscopic size is compensated by clever solutions inside and flexible modularity.

  • Battery size: 5,5 kWh
  • Range: +/- 75 km
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 3.2 kW (4 hrs)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): n/a
  • Payload: up to 140 kg
  • Load volume: up to 260 l

Renault Kangoo E-Tech Electric

Offered with or without DC charging, for short perimeters or longer distances depending on needs and cost. From its long-lasting expertise in EVs Renault knows fast charging isn’t always a necessity.  

  • Battery size: 5,5 kWh
  • Range: +/- 75 km
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 3.2 kW (4 hrs)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): n/a
  • Payload: up to 140 kg
  • Load volume: up to 260 l

Carver Cargo

Dutch oddball bridging the gap between electric cargo bikes and small e-vans for last-mile delivery got a bigger battery. Despite the tilting cabine the goods remain stable in turns.

  • Battery size: 5,4-7,1 kWh
  • Range: +/- 100-130 km
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 3.2 kW (3h45-5 hrs)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): n/a
  • Payload: up to 170 kg
  • Load volume: up to 500 l

Midsized vehicles

Citroën ë-Jumpy Hydrogen

As a unique proposition Stellantis offers its compact LCV in a hydrogen version, basically a zero-emission hybrid, for more range and less downtime. Accompanies the battery-powered ë-Jumpy.    

  • Battery size: 10,5 kWh
  • Range: +/- 400 (battery: 50) km 
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 11 kW (1 hr)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): - 
  • Payload: up to 1.000 kg
  • Load volume: up to 6.1 m3³

Ford e-Transit Custom

Europe’s best-selling van goes electric and joins its bigger brother e-Transit. Specifications are yet to be announced, but it will feature the business-friendly Ford Pro connectivity services.     

  • Battery size: n/a
  • Range: +/- 380 km 
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): n/a
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): n/a
  • Payload: n/a
  • Load volume: n/a

Fiat Scudo

Later to the party, the all-electric Scudo sits on the same EMP2-module as its brethren at Stellantis. There will be four body types, ranging from Van, Combi, Crew Cab to Platform Cabin.

  • Battery size: 50 or 75 kWh 
  • Range: +/- 230 - 300 km
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 7,4 – 11 kW (5 hrs – 12 hrs)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): 100 kW (30 - 45 mins)
  • Payload: up to 1,275 kg
  • Load volume: up to 6.6 m3
     

Opel Vivaro-e Hydrogen

Same zero-emission H2 concept as the Citroën ë-Jumpy Hydrogen and the Peugeot e-Expert Hydrogen, with exactly the same specifications.

  • Battery size: 10,5 kWh
  • Range: +/- 400 (battery: 50) km 
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 11 kW (1 hr)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): - 
  • Payload: up to 1.000 kg
  • Load volume: up to 6.1 m3

Peugeot e-Expert Hydrogen

The BEV version was elected “van of the year”, the hydrogen alternative is probably a too young fruit for such merits. Built in France, next to the Jumpy and Vivaro, converted in Rüsselsheim, Germany. 

  • Battery size: 10,5 kWh
  • Range: +/- 400 (battery: 50) km 
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 11 kW (1 hr)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): - 
  • Payload: up to 1.000 kg
  • Load volume: up to 6.1 m3

Volkswagen ID.Buzz Cargo

Big battery, long range, unrivaled peak charging, sophisticated ADAS systems, cost-efficient bi-directional charging, all integrated in a hippie package. Entry models are on the planning.

  • Battery size: 77 kWh
  • Range: +/- 424 km 
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 11 kW (8 h 15 mins)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): 170 kW (30 mins) 
  • Payload: up to 650 kg
  • Load volume: up to 3.9 m3

 

Large vehicles

Hiperon Carrier

Hiperon from Singapore already takes reservations for its Carrier without local dealer networks. It’s powerful, longer than a VW Transporter, sleekly designed and can handle good payload. 

  • Battery size: 75 kWh
  • Range: +/- 320 km 
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): n/a
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): n/a
  • Payload: up to 995 kg
  • Load volume: n/a

Fiat e-Ducato

The all-new Ducato comes in a variety of body types and lengths, including panel van and chassis-cab. It also offers two battery pack sizes.

  • Battery size: 47 or 79 kWh
  • Range: 230 - 360 km
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 7 - 11 kW (4.5 - 8 hrs)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): 50 kW (50 mins - 1 hr 25 mins)
  • Payload: up to 1,950 kg
  • Load volume: 10 - 17 m³

Ford E-Transit 

The Transit is powered by a 198kW electric motor and comes in 25 different configurations. It carries a 2.4kW power outlet which can be used to charge power tools.

  • Battery size: 67 kWh
  • Range: 350 km
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 11 kW (8 hrs)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): 115 kW (40 mins)
  • Payload: up to 1,950 kg
  • Load volume: up to 15.1 m³

Maxus eDeliver9

Chinese van specialist Maxus ups the stakes with the bigger eDeliver9, available with 4 battery capacities. It replaces the frontrunner EV80 and has more space and more range than its little brother, eDeliver3.

  • Battery size: 52, 65, 72 & 89 kWh
  • Range: +/- 186-296 km
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 11 kW (6-9 hrs)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): 80 kW (>45 mins)
  • Payload: up to 1,350 kg
  • Load volume: >12,5 m3

Quantron Q-light FCEV

A unique offering in Europe, the Quantron Q-light FCEV leaves a choice to operate it as an electric or a fuel cell vehicle. The hydrogen tanks can be doubled to maximize range. Exact figures are yet to be confirmed. 

  • Battery size: 37 kWh (+FC) 
  • Range: +/- 300 - 500 km
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): tbc
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): tbc
  • Payload: up to 4,200 kg
  • Load volume: not announced


Renault Trucks Master E-Tech Electric

Available in three body types the latest version of the all-electric Master mainly aims at courier companies operating in urban areas. Fast charging is limited at 22 kW

  • Battery size: 55 kWh
  • Range: +/- 204 km 
  • AC charging (0-100% SoC time): 7,4 kW (5 h 43 mins)
  • DC charging (10-80% SoC time): 22 kW (2 h)
  • Payload: up to 1200 kg
  • Load volume: up to 15 m3

 

 

Authored by: Dieter Quartier
Last Mile
New Energies
Europe