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Vauxhall Vivaro Electric Van Review 2024

Meet the award-winning and UK’s best-selling electric van – the Vauxhall Vivaro Electric. In 2023, Vauxhall was named the top electric LCV manufacturer, with a quarter of all electric vans sold that year being Vauxhall.

Vauxhall Vivaro Electric driving range

Enjoy an impressive range of up to 205 miles (WLTP) with the Vauxhall Vivaro Electric van. Two battery options are available – 50kWh and 75kWh. The 50kWh offers a range of up to 143 miles (WLTP), with the latter offering up to 205 miles (WLTP).

Vauxhall Vivaro Electric performance, power & drive

With a choice of a 50kWh battery or 75kWh battery, you can tailor the Vauxhall Vivaro Electric van to your needs. Whichever one you choose, you can be confident that it won’t affect the cabin area thanks to its low, flat design. This also creates a stable centre of gravity to improve performance.

On the road, you can also tailor your drive with three different drive modes. This puts you in control of efficiency, range, and handling. For heavy loads, select POWER to maximise performance. Whereas ECO is great for maximising efficiency and your range. Lastly, NORMAL strikes the optimum balance between performance and efficiency.

Vauxhall Vivaro Electric cabin and interior

Create an office on the road with the interior of the Vauxhall Vivaro Electric van. Ergonomically designed seats provide support and comfort for you and any passengers. While a fold down table and practical storage space makes it easier to work wherever you are.

On selected trims, there’s a full steel bulkhead helping to separate the load and cabin area for extra safety. You can also customise the space with optional flex cargo. This can be tailored to your needs by creating extra seats for passengers. Alternatively, you can use the load-through bulkhead to carry longer items. There’s also the option to create extra space in the footwell with the foldable outer seat.

Vauxhall Vivaro Electric dimensions and load space

The Vauxhall Vivaro Electric van is available in two lengths – L1 and L2. We’ve broken down the dimensions for each length below.

The maximum payload will vary based on the battery size you choose. The 50kWh battery has a payload of up to 1,226kg. Whereas the 75kWh battery offers slightly less at 1,002 kg.

Length Maximum length at load floor Maximum width Maximum height Load space
L1 2,512 mm 1,636 mm 1,397mm 5.3 m3
L2 2,862 mm 1,636 mm 1,397mm 6.1m3

Vauxhall Vivaro Electric buying & owning

With the Government’s Plug-in Van Grant, you can save £5,000 when you buy a new Vauxhall Vivaro Electric van.

More cities and implementing Low Emission Zones (LEZ) and Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ). Not only are they good for the environment, but also your business costs. With an electric van, you will be exempt from any charges for driving in these areas. Unlike vehicles that do not meet the criteria, who will face penalty charges.

You can also benefit from reduced servicing and maintenance costs with a Vauxhall Vivaro Electric van. As well as saving money on fuel, you can also charge at a time when energy tariffs are at their cheapest. This can reduce ownership costs even further.

Vauxhall Vivaro Electric specs

Three different trim levels are available on the Vauxhall Vivaro Electric van – Prime, Pro, and GS.

View some of the specs for each trim in more detail below.

Prime Pro GS
Rear-parking distance sensors Flexcargo load-through bulkhead Heat-reflective acoustic windscreen
16-inch steel wheels Panoramic rear-view camera Keyless entry and start
Nearside and off-side sliding access doors LED daytime running lights 18” black ‘Y’ spoke alloy wheels
Remote control security alarm system 16” steel wheels with full-diameter wheel trims Sports style front and rear spoiler

Vauxhall Vivaro Electric technology

The Vauxhall Vivaro Electric is a van designed to do the business and the onboard technology reflects that. There’s plenty of features to make every journey run smoothly including a 7” colour touchscreen with TomTom navigation. You can also stay connected with Vauxhall Connect, which offers emergency and breakdown assistance at the touch of a button.

Stay on top of your remaining charge with the Vivaro Electric shortcut key. This shows you a visualisation of energy stats, and your battery and range. Alerts are also available for speed cameras, traffic lights, and accident hotspots so you’re never left out.

Security is a key area throughout, to keep your cargo and any personal belongings safe. The security alarm system monitors doors, tailgate, bonnet, and cabin activity.

Vauxhall Vivaro Electric running cost and value

Running costs for a Vauxhall Vivaro Electric van are minimal compared to its diesel counterpart. While it might be more expensive at first, there’s no fuel costs, or tax.

You can also enjoy a lasting relationship with the Vivaro Electric thanks to a three-year or 60,000-mile warranty. In addition, the battery is covered by an eight-year warranty.

Vauxhall Vivaro Electric charging

The 50kWh battery can be charged from 0-80% in just 30 minutes using a 100kW charger. With the 75kWh battery taking a slightly longer 45 minutes using the same speed of charger. Whether you prefer to charge at home, or on the go, the decision is yours.

The Vauxhall Vivaro Electric van is also equipped with an on-board 7.4kW or optional 11kW charger to power up overnight.

Vauxhall Vivaro Electric pros & cons

Making an informed choice is crucial before buying any van, even more so with an electric van. You need to make sure it meets the needs of your business. We’ve rounded up the pros and cons of the Vauxhall Vivaro Electric van below.

Pros Cons
Impressive driving range More costly than the diesel equivalent
Battery doesn’t eat into load space Diesel versions have a higher payload
High payload Cab could be bigger
Cheap running costs

Vauxhall Vivaro Electric rivals

The closest rivals to the Vauxhall Vivaro Electric include the Toyota Proace Electric and Peugeot e-Expert, as well as the Citroen e-Dispatch.

Other competitors include the Mercedes-Benz eVito and Maxus e Deliver 3.

While all of them might offer a similar design, it’s worth comparing the range, spec, and price, to see which one is the best for you.

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