{"id":13736,"date":"2022-05-21T10:55:27","date_gmt":"2022-05-21T08:55:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/advancedfleetmanagementconsulting.com\/eng\/?p=13736"},"modified":"2022-05-21T10:55:27","modified_gmt":"2022-05-21T08:55:27","slug":"vauxhall-vivaro","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/advancedfleetmanagementconsulting.com\/eng\/2022\/05\/21\/vauxhall-vivaro\/","title":{"rendered":"Vauxhall Vivaro-e Elite 3100 75kWh"},"content":{"rendered":"

Winner of the GreenFleet 2021 LCV Manufacturer of the Year award, Vauxhall has completed its family of electric light commercial vehicles. Based on the popular Vivaro, Richard Gooding finds out how the zero-emission Vivaro-e stacks up<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

What is it?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The Vivaro has been a staple of Vauxhall\u2019s light commercial vehicle family for over 20 years, and has sold over one million examples. Vauxhall is now owned by the vast Stellantis group, and the third generation of the British best-seller was introduced in 2019, based on the same EMP2 underpinnings as the Citro\u00ebn Dispatch and Peugeot Expert, which combines modular passenger car and commercial vehicle chassis. Leveraging shared technologies, the electric Vivaro was introduced in 2020, employing a 100kW motor with a choice of either 50 or 75kWh batteries.<\/span>
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\nVauxhall\u2019s e-LCV family is the number one-selling electric light commercial range in the UK, the Vivaro-e securing big fleet orders from the likes of BT Openreach, British Gas, Mitie and Riverford Organics. The Vivaro-e was named \u2018International Van of the Year\u2019 in 2021, along with its other Stellantis stablemates.<\/span><\/p>\n

How practical is it?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Three versions of the emission-free Vivaro-e are available, two panel vans, one crew van (the doublecab) and a platform cab. There is only one roof height, but two lengths that share the same 3,275mm wheelbase: the 4,959mm \u2018L1\u2019 and the 5,309mm \u2018L2\u2019. Height is 1,905mm, and width is 2,204mm, including door mirrors.<\/span>
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\nAs the batteries are mounted under the floor, the electric Vivaros share the same cargo space as their diesel-engined relatives. L1 models can carry up to 5.3m3 or volume, the longer L2 versions able to hold 6.1m3. If the FlexCargo load-through bulkhead is fitted \u2013 standard on high-spec Elite models \u2013 those volumes increase to 5.8m3 and 6.6m3 respectively. Payloads range from 987kg for the doublecab, to 1,226kg for the 50kWh entry level Vivaro-e, topping out at 1,392kg for the L2-based platform cab with the same battery.<\/span>
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\nAll panel vans have a maximum load height of 1,397mm, a maximum width of 1,636mm, and a maximum distance between the wheel arches of 1,258mm. Twin sliding side doors are standard, and a pair of rear doors open to 90 and 180 degrees. Fixed floor-mounted load restraint lashing eyes are provided, too; six on L1 models, and eight on L2 versions.<\/span><\/p>\n

What range does it have?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Operators who choose the Vivaro-e have a choice of either 50kWh or 75kWh batteries. For the 50kWh version, Vauxhall quotes a single charge, WLTP test cycle distance of up to 133 miles. This increases to a distance of up to 196 miles for the 75kWh model, depending on the model chosen.<\/span><\/p>\n

How long does it take to charge?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

All electric Vivaros support 100kW DC charging. A fast charger will refill the 50kWh battery from 15 to 80 per cent capacity in 30 minutes, the larger capacity battery taking another 15 minutes. A single-phase 7.4kW on-board charger is standard, but operators can opt for an optional three-phase 11kW unit. On a 7kW AC connection or wallbox, a full recharge takes around 11 hours.<\/span><\/p>\n

How does it drive?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Externally, only the \u2018Vivaro-e\u2019 badge on the nearside back door and the charging flap on the nearside front wing give the electric game away. Otherwise, it\u2019s business as usual for the mid-sized Vauxhall LCV. And that\u2019s no bad thing. Sharing its basic outline with its Stellantis relatives, as vans go the Vivaro-e is handsome, with contoured wheel arches, a lower grille \u2018smile\u2019, and embossed tail lights. Elite-spec models gain colour-coded bumpers, too, which adds to the smart look.<\/span>
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\nInside, the relationship to its siblings is a little more obvious, but again, a proven design and components mean there\u2019s little to gripe about. The seven-inch colour touchscreen is clear and works well. Steering wheel buttons for volume and phone functions bring car-like comfort, and physical controls for the air conditioning mean no prodding into touchscreen menus. Cabin storage is generous, with drink cubbies on top of the dashboard, while in-dash slots can hold additional odds and ends. A large, lidded compartment on the dash top is a very useful space.<\/span>
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\nAll versions of the Vivaro-e are powered by a 100kW electric motor, and the electric Vauxhall LCV isn\u2019t found wanting for pace. With 192lb ft\/260Nm of torque \u2013 noticeably more than the Volkswagen e-Transporter 6.1 \u2013 the Vivaro-e feels plenty fast enough for dicing with inner-city traffic. Light and crisp steering allows the van to be placed easily on the road, and at higher speeds, refinement is as good as it is at lower ones, the hushed cruising made possible by the removal of a diesel engine.<\/span>
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\nA choice of three modes allow for a tailored driving experience. \u2018Eco\u2019 limits power to 78bhp for maximum range and efficiency, deactivating any unnecessary energy-consuming features, and reducing the 81mph top speed, torque and overall performance. \u2018Normal\u2019 mode offers 104bhp for a compromise between efficiency and performance, while \u2018Power\u2019 gives the full 134bhp. An additional regenerative braking \u2018B\u2019 mode for the gear selector increases braking resistance and puts more energy back into the battery, even when the van is coasting after the accelerator has been released.<\/span><\/p>\n

What does it cost?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The UK government\u2019s Plug-in Van Grant (PiVG) will contribute 35 per cent of the purchase price on all electric Vivaros, up to a maximum of \u00a35,000. The Vivaro-e range starts at \u00a332,228.33 \u2018on-the-road\u2019 excluding VAT with the PiVG deducted for the entry level Dyanmic panel van.<\/span>
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\nStandard equipment includes automatic lights and wipers, cruise control with speed limiter, front fog lamps, a seven-inch colour touchscreen, and 16-inch steel wheels. To aid practicality, rear parking sensors, as well as nearside and offside sliding side-access doors are fitted.<\/span>
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\nThe \u00a338,403.33 Vivaro Elite (as tested here) looks smarter with its 17-inch alloy wheels, body coloured bumpers and LED daytime running lights, and also adds an alarm, electrically folding door mirrors, a FlexCargo load-through bulkhead, front and rear parking sensors, a navigation system, as well as a six-way adjustable driver\u2019s seat with lumbar adjustment and armrest.<\/span>
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\nIn addition, crew double-cab versions include three individual rear seats, a full-height ABS plastic bulkhead with window and front passenger curtain and side-impact airbags. Prices for the crew cab Vivaro-e begin at \u00a342,078.33.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why does my fleet need one?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

The electric Vivaro-e\u2019s car-derived underpinnings gives it a level of driving comfort and usability which will suit fleets and those looking for maneuverability, refinement and a general ease of operation. The fact that the battery doesn\u2019t impede the cargo volume is another bonus.<\/span>
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\nSuiting the recently enlarged London Ultra Low Emission Zone and other imminent Clean Air Zones, the Vivaro-e keeps downtime to a minimum with its fast-charging capability, while an eight-year\/100,000-mile warranty on battery and electric powertrain components should give operators added peace of mind.<\/span><\/p>\n

VAUXHALL VIVARO-E ELITE 3100 75KWH
\nGROSS PAYLOAD: <\/strong>987kg<\/span>
\nLOAD VOLUME:<\/strong> 4.0m3<\/span>
\nENGINE: <\/strong>134bhp\/100kW synchronous electric motor\/75kWh lithium-ion battery pack<\/span>
\nCO2: <\/strong>0g\/km<\/span>
\nRANGE (WLTP): <\/strong>205 miles<\/span>
\nVED: <\/strong>\u00a30<\/span>
\nPRICE (OTR, ex VAT, inc PiVG):<\/strong> \u00a338,403.33<\/span><\/p>\n

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