As more and more sedans, SUVs and buses are being electrified, vans are a vehicle segment that is often overlooked. In this guide, I ranked and reviewed the 5 best electric vans in 2022.
- Ford E-Transit
- Fiat e-Ducato
- Renault Master E-Tech
- Citroen e-Dispatch
- Mercedes eSprinter
Vans are commercial vehicles that are the lifeblood of e-commerce within and between towns and cities. Therefore, it is important that we electrify as many vans as possible in our bid to fight climate change.
What are the 5 Best Electric Vans in 2022?
My top picks are Ford E-Transit, Fiat e-Ducato, Renault Master E-Tech, Citroen e-Dispatch and Mercedes eSprinter.
1. Ford E-Transit
The e-Transit is the all-electric version of the popular Ford Transit delivery van. Powered by an electric motor that produces 266 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque, the E-Transit can carry 3800 pounds of cargo. On a full charge of its 67 kWh battery, it can travel 126 miles. The van is available in a few configurations, with up to 487.3 cubic feet of cargo space. The van can regain 30 miles of range in 10 minutes if you charge it with a 115 kW DC fast charger.
Moreover, there is a Pro Power Onboard that supplies 2.4kW of power for you to run power tools.
Features:
- 266 horsepower
- 317 lb-ft of torque
- 3800 pounds of cargo capacity
- 67 kWh battery
- 126 miles range
- 487.3 cubic feet of cargo space
- Gains 30 miles of range in 10 minutes (115 kW DC fast charger)
Visit their website for more information.
2. Fiat E-Ducato
Similary, the e-Ducato is the all-electric version of the Fiat Ducato van. With the three-modules battery configuration, it offers 47kWh for a range of 235 km. With the five-modules battery configuration, it gives you 79kWh and 370 km. With a 90 kW output and 280 Nm torque, the front-wheel drive van can carry up to 1950 kg of payload.
Features:
- 235km range, 47kWh capacity (3-modules battery), 370km, 79kWh capacity (5-modules battery)
- 0-50 km/h (30 mph) in under 6 seconds
- 90 kW output
- 280 Nm torque
- 10-17 cubic meter of load
- 1950 kg of payload capacity
- top speed of 100 km/h (62 mph)
- front-wheel drive
Visit their website for more information.
3. Renault Master E-Tech
The Renault Master E-Tech utilizes a lithium-ion battery with a usable capacity of 52 kWh to deliver 126 miles of range. The vehicle can be charged to 80% if just 2 hours with the quick charger. It is a reliable workhorse that carries up to 22 cubic meter of load volume.
Features:
- 126 miles of range
- 52 kWh lithium-ion battery
- Charges to 80% in 2 hours
- 22 cubic meter of load volume
Visit their website for more information.
4. Citroen e-Dispatch
The Citroen e-Dispatch offers 339 km of range on a full charge of its battery, with charges up to 80% in 48 minutes with a 100kW DC charger. Its engine power is 100 kW (136 hp) and it delivers 260 Nm of torque. The maximum speed the electric van can go is 132 km/h.
Specifications:
- 339 km of range
- 100 kW (136 horsepower)
- 260 Nm of torque
- 132 km/h max speed
- Charges up to 80% in 48 minutes (100kW DC charger)
Visit their website for more information.
5. Mercedes eSprinter
In a bid to fully electrify as quickly as possible, Mercedes-Benz has also come up with its own electric van. The eSprinter has a combined WLTP range of 82 – 95 miles. Its rapid DC charging gives you up to 80% in 30-120 mins. The payload capacity is 731 kg.
Specifications:
- Rapid DC Charging: 10-80% in 30-120 mins
- Pre-heat or pre-cool your vehicle via an app while charging
- Theft warning alerts and GPS tracking via an app
- Double locks
- Remote locking
Visit their website for more information.
Summary
The electrification of vehicles to reduce the environmental impact of emissions has swept the world by storm, and there is no reason to believe vans won’t join the challenge to combat climate change.