Electric Vans With The Longest Range

The Renault Master (and its counterpart, the Nissan, which is essentially the same van with different branding) boasts the longest range of any electric light commercial vehicle (LCV) on the market, offering an impressive 285 miles—comparable to many electric cars.

This range is partly due to its large 87 kWh battery, but also because of its overall design efficiency, with a focus on aerodynamics and motor performance.

The new Master is equipped with a 105kW motor that generates 300Nm of torque, enabling it to carry up to 1,625kg and tow up to 2,500kg.

A 130kW DC fast charger can add 142 miles of range in just 30 minutes, while a 22kW AC home charger can fully charge the battery from 10% to 100% in under four hours.

It offers a load volume between 11 and 14.8 cubic meters, with improvements over the previous model, including a 40mm wider side door opening and a 100mm longer load space.

Inside the cabin, there's ample storage space and a range of tech features, making the Master one of the top electric vans currently available.

The electric Sprinter is now a formidable option, thanks to its larger 113 kWh battery, offering an impressive 277 miles of range—more than double that of the previous version.

It comes in two body lengths, the L2 or the extra-long L3, and there’s also a smaller 81 kWh battery available for those who prioritize payload over range. For the first time, buyers can choose between two motors, with peak outputs of either 100 kW or 150 kW. The more powerful version can tow up to 1,500kg, while the largest model offers a massive 14m³ of load space. Payloads range from 496kg to 1,272kg.

At a fast-charging station, the on-board charger supports up to 115 kW DC charging, allowing the 113 kWh battery to go from 10% to 80% in around 42 minutes. However, the AC charging capacity is a modest 9.6 kW, which could be limiting for users with access to commercial three-phase power.

This van is shared across several brands, so whether you choose the Movano Electric, Citroën e-Relay, Fiat e-Ducato, Toyota Proace Max, or Peugeot eBoxer, you're essentially getting the same vehicle. All models offer a maximum cargo volume of 17m³ and payloads ranging from 635kg to 1,385kg, depending on the height, length, and layout options.

The latest version features a 110 kWh battery, giving the Movano Electric a range of up to 261 miles without needing a charge. Its 270hp engine, delivering 400Nm of torque, ensures it doesn’t feel underpowered, even with a full load.

Standard equipment includes an 11 kW three-phase onboard charger for AC charging, with support for up to 150 kW DC charging. At a public fast-charging station, it takes just 55 minutes to reach 80% battery capacity.

Perhaps the most striking change is the price—this new Movano is £12,350 cheaper than the previous model.

The ID. Buzz Cargo might look quirky, but it performs well as a van too. It’s Volkswagen's first all-electric van built from the ground up, using the same platform as many of VW’s electric cars, including the Buzz passenger version. This makes it surprisingly enjoyable to drive and gives it a solid, well-built feel.

With the seats removed from the passenger version, the Cargo model offers a load capacity of 3.9 m³, enough to fit two Euro pallets. While this is less than smaller, more affordable vans like the Vauxhall Combo, it’s still sufficient for many businesses.

The maximum payload is 607 kg for the Commerce model and 592 kg for the higher-spec Commerce Plus, which are competitive figures for electric vans.

The Cargo offers a loading length of 2,208 mm with a tailgate and 2,232 mm with wing doors.

Powered by a 77 kWh battery pack and a 201bhp motor driving the rear wheels, it delivers an official range of 256 miles. What stands out is its fast-charging capability—on a 170 kW charger, it can go from 10% to 80% in just 30 minutes.

Maxus, owned by the same parent company as MG, benefits from shared battery technology, making its electric vans highly competitive. Designed by SAIC with electrification as a priority, these vans are built from the ground up for electric performance.

The Maxus eDeliver 9 is the brand’s largest panel van, competing with models like the Peugeot e-Boxer, Ford e-Transit, and Vauxhall Movano Electric.

It offers three battery options: 51.5 kWh (112 miles WLTP range), 72 kWh (146 miles), and 88.55 kWh (219 miles), all powered by a 201PS motor. With DC fast charging, you can go from 20% to 80% charge in 45 minutes across all three battery sizes.

The van comes in two body lengths—'MH' (medium) and 'LH' (long)—with cargo volumes ranging from 9.7 to 11 cubic meters, and payloads between 1,040 kg and 1,200 kg depending on configuration.

One of the Maxus' biggest selling points is its price. It's roughly 15% cheaper than Stellantis vans, 20% less than the Ford e-Transit, and a massive 40% cheaper than a Mercedes-Benz e-Sprinter with similar features.

The 2024 version of the Vivaro Electric (along with its counterparts from Peugeot, Citroën, and Toyota) has undergone a complete redesign of its electric drivetrain and battery composition, allowing it to achieve a bit more range from the same battery sizes—50 kWh and 75 kWh.

The 75 kWh (usable) battery now offers a range of 217 miles, an improvement from the previous 205 miles. The smaller 50 kWh battery has a claimed range of 139 miles and can comfortably exceed 100 miles in real-world conditions.

For comparison, the large battery's range is nearly the same as the E-Transit Custom, which has a 77 kWh battery and a claimed range of 209 miles. Charging options include a standard 7.4 kW onboard charger (with an optional 11 kW charger available), and a 5-80% charge takes just 45 minutes at a 100 kW public charger, which is slightly slower than the E-Transit Custom's 125 kW charging speed.

The Vivaro is available in two body lengths and one roof height, with options for a crew van and platform chassis. The standard van measures 4,959 mm in length, allowing the L1 model to transport loads up to 2,512 mm long, and the longer L2 model to handle loads up to 2,862 mm. Its load volume matches that of the diesel variant, offering up to 6.6 m³, and it can carry a payload of up to 1,000 kg.

Additionally, the Vivaro is now cheaper than before, which is a great bonus

You can pick your electric van with any badge you prefer, as they are essentially the same. For simplicity, we’ll focus on the Vauxhall Combo Electric, which offers a range of up to 213 miles on a charge from its new 52 kWh battery. This updated battery is used in many Stellantis vehicles and provides an additional 38 miles compared to the previous version.

The Combo Electric is powered by the same 134 bhp motor found in models like the Corsa, offering solid performance. It can recharge from 0% to 80% in just 30 minutes at a 100 kW public charging station, which is impressive for a van in this category.

With up to 4.4 cubic meters of storage space (matching the diesel version), a class-leading payload capacity of up to 781 kg, and a towing capacity of 750 kg, the Combo Electric and its counterparts are smart choices for many businesses.

The Custom is the electric version of the UK's best-selling vehicle and marks a significant step for Ford as it shifts toward becoming a primarily commercial vehicle brand.

You can choose from three power outputs: 135 or 217 PS for the standard trims, and 285 PS for the Ford e-Transit MS-RT, which is designed for rally-inspired performance.

All versions come with a 64 kWh battery, providing a maximum range of 209 miles according to the WLTP cycle.

The total payload capacity is 1,088 kg, which is 239 kg less than diesel models. There are various body options available, including a panel van, a double cab with six passenger seats, a Kombi with up to eight seats, and a Multicab featuring a two-seat second row and staggered bulkhead for longer loads on one side.

You can also choose between two wheelbases: the standard L1 or the extended L2, both with a single roof height (H1) that stands under two meters tall, allowing it to fit in a typical domestic garage.

Charging with a 7.4 kW wall box charger takes just under eight hours, while 125 kW rapid charging can get you from 10% to 80% in about 40 minutes.

Maxus has playfully advertised the eDeliver 5 with the slogan “The Buzz Stops Here!” implying that it’s a strong alternative to Volkswagen’s popular electric van. Beyond the two-tone paint job, they share similar dimensions, placing the eDeliver 5 between smaller vans like the Berlingo and the Transit Custom.

In some areas, it even surpasses the VW, offering more load space at a much lower price. The eDeliver 5 measures 4,800 mm in length, with a maximum load length of 2,653 mm, and cargo volumes of 6.6 m³ or 7.6 m³, depending on the height option you choose.

However, opting for the higher roof does affect its range. The eDeliver 5 features a 161 hp motor paired with a 64 kWh battery, providing an electric range of 208 miles, which drops to 190 miles with the high-roof option.

The Ford E-Transit offers all the practicality you'd expect from Britain’s top-selling van. You can choose from three lengths and two heights, including a bare chassis for custom bodies and a double cab that seats up to seven people, along with various other configurations.

In the standard panel van, you can have sliding doors on both sides and rear doors that open wide, providing between 9.5 and 15 cubic meters of load space, depending on the wheelbase and roof height. It has a maximum payload capacity of up to 1,758 kg.

The E-Transit comes with a single battery option—a 68 kWh lithium-ion unit. It features standard 11.3 kW AC charging, allowing it to charge in just over eight hours with commercial three-phase power. There's also 115 kW DC rapid charging available through a front-mounted charging port, which can take the battery from 10% to 80% in about 35 minutes.

You can choose between two motor options: one with 181 bhp and 317 lb-ft of torque, and another with 265 bhp, offering the same torque. The 265 bhp option may seem excessive unless you frequently carry heavy loads or need to utilize the Transit’s somewhat limited 750 kg towing capacity.

Additionally, the E-Transit features a system called ‘Pro Power Onboard,’ which allows you to use vehicle-to-load power. The outlets in the back can supply up to 2.3 kW, making it useful for powering tools like drills or laptops—handy if you’re a tradesperson!

Maxus’ medium-sized van targets the best-selling segment of the market, competing with models like the Transit Custom. It offers a lot, including competitive pricing and a long warranty, which are hallmarks of the Maxus brand.

However, the information on the company’s website can be a bit lacking and somewhat misleading. They claim a maximum range of 230 miles, but that's the urban range, which is only realistic for city deliveries. For a more accurate measure, we'll go with the 195-mile range.

This figure comes from the largest battery option—88 kWh instead of 87 kWh—and the smallest body style. The van is available in two lengths and two height options, with a payload capacity of up to 1,135 kg.

It also has a trailer capacity of 1,500 kg. The van features a single motor option that is impressively powerful, offering 201 bhp.

The styling is modern both inside and out, and there’s ample space for three people in the front of the eDeliver 7.

While the Trafic E-Tech's 183-mile range isn’t the best in its class, it achieves this with a relatively small 52 kWh battery, allowing for more space and payload capacity for carrying items.

The Trafic E-Tech comes with only one trim level, battery, and motor option, but it does offer two length options and a high roof model, which is rare in the UK market. If you need to stand up in a medium-sized van, you’ll either need to be short or choose a Trafic.

This practicality extends to the cabin as well, with up to 88 liters of storage space available: 19.7 liters in the console, 14.6 liters in the doors, and 54 liters in the bench seat.

The smaller battery size also helps with recharge times, especially since rapid DC charging is capped at a maximum of 50 kW. This means a 10-80% charge takes about an hour. AC charging is limited to 7 kW, so there's not much benefit in using a three-phase power supply.

The Renault Kangoo E-Tech shares its basic design with the Mercedes eCitan and Nissan Townstar Electric, so you can pick your preferred brand and still enjoy the same efficiency.

All three models are available in two body lengths, L1 and L2, featuring wide-opening side and rear doors with up to 4.2 m³ of cargo space. They also have useful features like the ‘Easy Inside Rack,’ which offers a secure way to transport long items, such as pipes up to 2.5 m.

If you choose the L1, it has a payload capacity of up to 609 kg and can tow up to 1,500 kg. Interestingly, the larger L2 model has a higher gross vehicle weight (GVW) due to a stronger rear axle, allowing it to handle a payload of 764 kg compared to the L1's 609 kg. The L2 is also available as a crew cab, though it comes at a higher price.

Without towing, the Kangoo E-Tech provides a driving range of up to 186 miles from a 45 kWh battery, which is placed under the load floor, preserving cargo space.

It can be charged from 20-80% in just over four hours using a standard 7.4 kW wall box. For quicker charging, rapid DC charging at up to 80 kW can get you from 10-80% in about 40 minutes. Unusually, the Kangoo and its variants can also charge at up to 22 kW using a commercial three-phase AC power supply, allowing a 10-80% charge in around an hour and 20 minutes.

You might not be familiar with B-On or its Pelkan van range, but it’s already gaining orders from large fleets. Set to launch next year, the Pelkan offers two battery sizes: the Pelkan 43, which has a 43 kWh battery, and the Pelkan 54, featuring a 54 kWh pack. B-On claims these will provide ranges of up to 140 miles for the 43 and 173 miles for the 54.

Charging speeds can reach up to 100 kW, with B-On stating that a charge from 30% to 80% takes about 35 minutes.

Payload varies by model: the smaller battery allows for a payload of 1,350 kg, while the larger battery reduces the capacity to 1,300 kg. This is made possible by a lightweight aluminum body, which currently comes in one size and offers a load volume of 7.1 m³.

The Pelkan may not be as advanced as other electric vans, but its affordability and spaciousness make it a practical choice for some businesses.

Mercedes has been offering an electric version of its van as an alternative to the traditional Transit for a few years, and it has evolved to provide a range of 162 miles according to official figures, making it a practical option for many businesses. If you need to transport people instead of goods, there’s a nine-seat ‘Tourer’ version with an even longer range of 221 miles, as well as the upscale EQV model.

The van features a 66 kWh lithium-ion battery that can be charged at 11 kW using an AC charger or 80 kW at a DC rapid charging station. This means a charge from 10% to 80% takes about 35 minutes, adding approximately 100 miles to the range.

For a full charge, it takes six and a half hours using an 11 kW Wallbox Type 2 charger, or around 20 hours with a standard home power outlet.

The eVito includes some energy-saving technology from Mercedes’ car lineup, such as the “DAUTO” recuperation mode, which uses radar to decide whether the van should glide like a bike or slow down while regenerating energy back into the battery.

It has a payload capacity of up to 807 kg and a maximum load volume of 6.0 to 6.6 m³, depending on the chosen body length. The battery is safely located under the floor, so it doesn't take away from the available cargo space.