Electric vans are transforming the commercial vehicle landscape, offering versatile and eco-friendly alternatives. Here's a roundup of ten standout options that impress with their performance and features.
1. Ford e-Transit
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Options: Choose from medium and high roof heights and three different lengths.
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Cargo Space: Ranges from 9.5 to 15.1 cubic meters.
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Performance: Available with 180 or 265 bhp motors and either 68kWh or 89kWh batteries.
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Range: Up to 249 miles.
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Goes Well With: Consider the Ford e-Transit Custom for smaller needs.
2. Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo
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Space: Offers 3.9 cubic meters, fitting two pallets.
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Performance: Delivers up to 282 bhp and comes with a 79kWh battery.
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Range: 276 miles.
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Notable Features: Boasts a durable cabin design perfect for city driving.
3. Canoo Lifestyle Delivery Vehicle (LDV)
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Models: Available as LDV 130 and LDV 190.
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Performance: Equipped with a 200 bhp motor and an 80kWh battery.
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Range: Approximately 200 miles.
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Extra: Has garnered impressive pre-orders from major companies.
4. Rivian Delivery Van
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Sizes: Available in sizes 500 and 700.
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Range: Up to 161 miles.
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Capacity: Payload up to 2,734 lbs.
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Note: Initially designed for Amazon, with potential wider availability soon.
5. Renault Kangoo E-Tech
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Battery/Range: Features a 45kWh battery, allowing for 186 miles.
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Capacity: Offers 4.2 cubic meters and a payload of 764 kg.
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Specs: Comes in two body lengths, with functional interior features.
6. Peugeot e-Partner
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Platform: Built on the EMP2 platform, shared with other brands.
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Range: Up to 213 miles.
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Unique Trait: Stands out with its stylish iCockpit design among other Stellantis models.
7. Toyota Proace Electric
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Battery Options: Available with 50 or 75kWh.
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Range: Between 148 to 213 miles.
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Warranty: Offers up to 10 years or 100,000 miles of warranty.
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Note: Notable for its extended warranty.
8. Mercedes eSprinter
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Battery/Range: Comes with 81kWh or 113kWh batteries, offering up to 272 miles.
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Options: Two motor outputs, multiple lengths, and styles available.
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Image: A premium choice with significant capability.
9. Citroen Ami Cargo
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Size: Measures 2.41m long with a 400-liter capacity.
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Performance: Features a 5.5kWh battery and an 8bhp motor.
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Range: Up to 46 miles.
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Price: Starts at £7,695.
10. London Electric Vehicle Company Van
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Range: 74 miles on electric, 300 miles combined.
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Capacity: 5.5m3 with an 830 kg payload.
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Turning Circle: Convenient 10.1m, ideal for urban use.
Summary: Whether you're zipping through city streets or hauling loads across the country, electric vans offer a broad range of options suited to every need. From Ford's historic Transit to the chic ID. Buzz and the adaptable Canoo, each model provides a unique blend of performance and innovation, helping to future-proof your business transport needs.
