The All-Electric Mercedes-Benz eVito Panel Van: The Complete Guide For The UK

mercedes benz e-vito electric van
Price: £56,010
Type of electric vehicle: Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Body type: Panel Van
Battery size: 66 kWh
Electric range (WLTP): 162 miles
Tailpipe emissions: 0g (CO2/km)


Overview


Mercedes-Benz, simply known as Mercedes, is a leading global luxury automative manufacturer based in Germany. The company is headquartered in Stuttgart and is famed for its high quality passenger vehicles, to include the Mercedes-Maybach. However, the company is also a leader in manufacturing commercial vehicles.

Mercedes-Benz is committed to developing and selling zero-tailpipe emission commercial vans “for every type of business, from deliveries and travel, to trades and transport.” Mercedes is committed to developing both mid-sized and large electric vans. The current portfolio includes the all-electric eVito Panel Van, the eVito Tourer and the all-electric eSprinter Panel Van. The company is also developing the pure electric eCitan panel van.



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The All-Electric Mercedes-Benz eVito Panel Van


The pure electric eVito panel van is available only in one EV battery size: 66 kWh. The e-van has a claimed emission-free electric range up to 162 miles (WLTP) on a full battery charge. Of course, the real-world electric range will be lower, impacted by a number of factors, to include: payload, driving profile, weather conditions, onboard services used etc. Expect a real-world e-range closer to 140 miles. Nevertheless, a decent electric range!

It is also worth noting that the range is further impacted by the increased weight of the electric van due to the onboard EV battery. The gross vehicle weight of the EV is 3,200 kgs. Having said that, the manufacturer offers DC charging up to 80 kW DC. Charging the electric van at 80 kW DC, the EV battery can achieve 80% charge in 35 minutes. Just enough time for a quick coffee and rest!

Mercedes has incorporated a three-phase (11 kW) onboard AC charger with the EV. The electric van can be fully charged in 6 hours and 30 minutes using a dedicated 3-phase EV charger. Charging at 7 kW (single-phase) will take longer (8 hours). In any case, we at e-zoomed encourage a ‘topping up’ approach to charging an electric vehicle. This is beneficial for the long-term maintenance of the onboard EV battery and of course, EV charging times are shorter. Mercedes offers a 8 years or 100,000 miles warranty.

In terms of performance, the front-wheel drive (FWD) Mercedes eVito electric van delivers a maximum power up to 114 hp and 295 Nm torque. The top speed is 75 mph. There is also an option for a 50 mph speed limiter. The Mercedes electric van also incorporates regenerative braking to improve the efficiency of the EV and increase the electric range. The e-van has four modes for regenerative braking.

The electric van is available in two lengths, L2 (5140 mm) and L3 (5370 mm), and offers decent cargo volume: 6m3 and 6.6m3 respectively. The payload of the electric commercial van is 807 kg and 772 kg. The electric van does not offer towing compatibility. Not surprising, as the extra weight will further impact the pure electric range. The EV offers 3 seats.

The e-van offers the following features, as standard: Active Brake Assist, Attention Assist, Crosswind Assist, Anti-theft Protection Package, Reverse Camera, Heated driver’s seat, Energy-saving mode for climate control and more.

The Mercedes eVito is eligible for the UK government plug-in van grant for the ‘large vans’ category. These vehicles are between 2,500kg and 4,250kg gross vehicle weight, have CO2 emissions of less than 50g/km and can travel at least 96km (60 miles) without any emissions at all. The grant will pay for 35% of the purchase price for these vehicles, up to a maximum of £5,000.

Bottom-line, electric driving is good for the environment and the wallet! You can lease electric vans via e-zoomed at competitive prices.



PROS CONS
Decent pure electric range Not compatible for towing
80 kW DC Charging and 11 KW AC onboard chargerOnly available in one battery size
Good build quality Expensive

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The All-Electric Mercedes-Benz eVito Panel Van (credit: Mercedes-Benz)


At A Glance
EV Type:Battery-Electric Vehicle (BEV)
Body Type:Panel Van
Plug-In Van Grant (PiVG):Available
Engine:Electric
Available In UK:Yes

Variants (3 Options)
Mercedes-Benz eVito 66kWh Van L2 PROGRESSIVE (from £56,010)
Mercedes-Benz eVito 66kWh Van L3 PROGRESSIVE (from £60,252)
Mercedes-Benz eVito 66kWh Van L2 PREMIUM (from £56,694)

EV Battery & Emissions
EV Battery Type:Lithium-ion
EV Battery Capacity:Available in one battery size: 66 kWh
Charging:80 kW DC rapid charging (10%-80%: 35 mins). Onboard charger 11 kW AC (0%-100%: 6 hrs 30 mins)
Charge Port:Type 2
EV Cable Type: Type 2
Tailpipe Emissions:0g (CO2/km)
EV Battery Warranty:8 years or 100,000 miles

Charging Times (Overview)
Slow charging AC (3 kW – 3.6 kW):6 – 12 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SOC)
Fast charging AC (7 kW – 22 kW):3 – 8 hours (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging AC (43 kW):0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Rapid charging DC (50 kW+):0-80%: 20 mins to 60 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Ultra rapid charging DC (150 kW+):0-80% : 20 mins to 40 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
Tesla Supercharger (120 kW – 250 kW):0-80%: up to 25 mins (dependent on size of EV battery & SoC)
  • Note 1: SoC: state of charge

Dimensions (L2)
Height (mm):1910
Width (mm):2249
Length (mm):5140
Wheelbase (mm):3200
Turning Circle (m):11.0
Cargo Volume (m3):6.0
Payload (kg):807

Dimensions (L3)
Height (mm):1910
Width (mm):2249
Length (mm):5370
Wheelbase (mm):3430
Turning Circle (m):11.0
Cargo Volume (m3):6.6
Payload (kg):772

eVito L2
EV Battery Capacity:66 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):162 miles
Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100 km):25.7
Charging: 80 kW DC rapid charging (10%-80%: 35 mins). Onboard charger 11 kW AC (0%-100%: 6 hrs 30 mins)
Top Speed:75 mph
0-62 mph:N/A
Drive: Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Max Power (hp):114
Torque (Nm): 295
Transmission:Automatic
Seats:3
Towing Capacity (kg):0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg):3,200
Colours:11
NCAP Safety Rating:N/A

eVito L3
EV Battery Capacity:66 kWh
Pure Electric Range (WLTP):160 miles
Electric Energy Consumption (kWh/100 km):25.9
Charging: 80 kW DC rapid charging (10%-80%: 35 mins). Onboard charger 11 kW AC (0%-100%: 6 hrs 30 mins)
Top Speed:75 mph
0-62 mph:N/A
Drive: Front-wheel drive (FWD)
Max Power (hp):114
Torque (Nm): 295
Transmission:Automatic
Seats:3
Towing Capacity (kg):0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg):3,200
Colours:11
NCAP Safety Rating:N/A

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Ashvin Suri

Ashvin has been involved with the renewables, energy efficiency and infrastructure sectors since 2006. He is passionate about the transition to a low-carbon economy and electric transportation. Ashvin commenced his career in 1994, working with US investment banks in New York. Post his MBA from the London Business School (1996-1998), he continued to work in investment banking at Flemings (London) and JPMorgan (London). His roles included corporate finance advisory, M&A and capital raising. He has been involved across diverse industry sectors, to include engineering, aerospace, oil & gas, airports and automotive across Asia and Europe. In 2010, he co-founded a solar development platform, for large scale ground and roof solar projects to include, the UK, Italy, Germany and France. He has also advised on various renewable energy (wind and solar) utility scale projects working with global institutional investors and independent power producers (IPP’s) in the renewable energy sector. He has also advised in key international markets like India, to include advising large-scale industrial and automotive group in India. Ashvin has also advised Indian Energy, an IPP backed by Guggenheim (a US$ 165 billion fund). He has also advised a US$ 2 billion, Singapore based group. Ashvin has also worked in the real estate and infrastructure sector, to including working with the Matrix Group (a US$ 4 billion property group in the UK) to launch one of the first few institutional real estate funds for the Indian real estate market. The fund was successfully launched with significant institutional support from the UK/ European markets. He has also advised on water infrastructure, to include advising a Swedish clean technology company in the water sector. He has also been involved with a number of early stage ventures.

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