SORRY, MERCEDES - YOUR EVITO ELECTRIC COURIER VAN IS JUST NOT GOOD ENOUGH

EV Channels Review

John Cadogan delivers a scathing review of the Mercedes-Benz eVito courier van, deeming it significantly underperforming and overpriced. He highlights its substantially lower battery capacity, power, and torque compared to the upcoming Ford E-Transit Custom. Cadogan criticizes the use of outdated NEDC range figures and points out the eVito's real-world range is likely much lower. He also notes its heavier weight and reduced payload compared to its diesel counterpart, and criticizes its slow charging capabilities, particularly the limited AC charging speed. The review concludes that the eVito, priced at nearly $90,000 plus on-road costs, is a poor value proposition, especially when compared to more capable and cheaper alternatives like the Hyundai Ioniq 5. Cadogan strongly advises potential buyers against it.