Compare 2 electric vans
Which one is right for your fleet?
Choose the
Ford E-Transit(Chassis Cab L3 H1 350 Leader 135kW)
if...
- your duty cycle is long or charging stops are costly - WLTP range tops the comparison at 157 mi.
- mid-shift top-ups need to be quick - the fastest DC charging is here at 115 kW.
- turnaround time matters more than peak kW - it spends the least time on the rapid charger (34 min).
- you need the biggest legal envelope without stepping up a licence class - GVW is the highest at 3,500 kg.
Class-leading specs
- 157 mi range (wltp)
- 115 kW max charge
- 34 min dc charge time
- 3,500 kg gross weight (gvw)
Choose the
Vauxhall Vivaro Electric(Platform Cab M 136 Prime)
if...
- your routes are weight-limited, not volume-limited - it carries the most at 1,390 kg.
- you want headroom for cold-weather and laden range loss - the biggest battery is here (75 kWh).
- vehicle dimensions or weight matter for your bays, parking or licence - kerb weight works in your favour at 1,810 kg.
- you tow trailers, plant or horseboxes - braked towing is class-leading at 1,000 kg.
Class-leading specs
- 1,390 kg payload
- 75 kWh battery
- 1,810 kg kerb weight
- 1,000 kg towing (braked)
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Frequently asked questions
Which is the cheapest of these vans?
The Vauxhall Vivaro Electric Platform Cab M 136 Prime has the lowest listed price in this catalogue comparison at £43,315 ex VAT (before grants). Check a current quotation and compare running costs, maintenance and residual values alongside the purchase price.
Which has the longest range?
On WLTP figures, the Ford E-Transit Chassis Cab L3 H1 350 Leader 135kW goes furthest between charges at 157 miles. Expect 70-80% of that in real-world UK conditions, less again when fully laden or in winter.
Which charges fastest on DC?
The Ford E-Transit Chassis Cab L3 H1 350 Leader 135kW has the highest listed peak DC charging rate in this comparison at 115 kW. Review the 10-80% charging time and average kW alongside the peak figure when planning charging stops during a shift.
Which can carry the most weight?
The Vauxhall Vivaro Electric Platform Cab M 136 Prime has the highest payload at 1,390 kg. Remember that gross vehicle weight (GVW) is the limit your driver licence is checked against - payload is GVW minus kerb weight.
Are any of these eligible for the Plug-in Van Grant?
Most electric vans on sale in the UK that meet the £35k cap and CO2 criteria qualify - £2,500 for small vans (under 2,500 kg GVW) and £5,000 for large vans (2,500-4,250 kg GVW). Always confirm grant status with the dealer at the point of order.
Also consider
Other electric vans with comparable specifications to explore if the shortlisted vehicles do not meet your fleet requirements.
Use the listed manufacturer specifications as a comparison guide. Confirm the exact configuration and figures with the dealer before ordering.