INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRIC VANS EPISODE 4/5 INC VAUXHALL VIVARO-E

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The Vauxhall Vivaro-e is presented as a strong contender in the electric van market, offering a wide array of 14 distinct models catering to various business needs, from cargo vans to people carriers. The reviewer highlights its practicality, noting features like dual-side electric sliding doors, optional foot-swing access, and a rare-in-class towing capacity. The van's payload capacity is commendable, with the 50 kWh battery offering up to 1226 kg, though this is slightly reduced with the larger 75 kWh battery which prioritizes range. Charging options are flexible, ranging from slow domestic plug-ins to rapid DC charging capable of reaching 80% in 30-45 minutes. The reviewer praises the advanced heads-up display that reads road signs and the insightful energy consumption display for climate control, which can help optimize range. While acknowledging a less effective blind-spot alarm, the Vivaro-e is lauded for its choice, technology, and competitive pricing, starting around £27,000 (excluding VAT and grants). The reviewer concludes it's their favorite van reviewed so far and predicts it will be a front-runner in the medium electric van segment, citing significant fleet orders from major companies.