Electric commercial vehicles
At 30,000 km a year in NSW, a diesel Toyota HiAce LWB costs about $7,570 a year in fuel and servicing. The cheapest electric van to run, the Kia PV5 Cargo, costs about $2,336, a saving of $5,234 a year. There are 14 electric vans on sale in Australia, from $49,990. Use the calculator for your own kilometres.
How much would your business save?
Electric vans on sale
240 kmrange1,208 kgpayload–cargoFrom $49,990 + on-roadsLarge van≈ $2,159/yr to charge at 30k km
254 kmrange–payload6.4 m³cargoFrom $50,000 drive-awayLarge van≈ $2,714/yr to charge at 30k km
335 kmrange–payload6.6 m³cargoFrom $52,621 + on-roadsMid-size van≈ $2,356/yr to charge at 30k km
416 kmrange690 kgpayload4.4 m³cargoFrom $55,990 + on-roadsMid-size van≈ $1,986/yr to charge at 30k km
258 kmrange753 kgpayload3.9 m³cargoFrom $61,990 + on-roadsSmall van≈ $2,800/yr to charge at 30k km
318 kmrange1,350 kgpayload8.7 m³cargoFrom $67,358 + on-roadsLarge van≈ $2,813/yr to charge at 30k km286 kmrange523 kgpayload–cargoFrom $67,515 drive-awaySmall van≈ $2,171/yr to charge at 30k km
376 kmrange–payload6.95 m³cargoFrom $69,990 + on-roadsLarge van≈ $2,689/yr to charge at 30k km
431 kmrange680 kgpayload–cargoFrom $69,990 + on-roadsMid-size van≈ $2,529/yr to charge at 30k km450 kmrange1,005 kgpayload4.9 m³cargoFrom $70,990 + on-roadsMid-size van≈ $2,307/yr to charge at 30k km
301 kmrange1,111 kgpayload–cargoFrom $73,990 + on-roadsMid-size van≈ $2,936/yr to charge at 30k km
217 kmrange–payload–cargoFrom $89,353 + on-roadsMid-size van≈ $3,343/yr to charge at 30k km
307 kmrange1,616 kgpayload11 m³cargoFrom $104,990 + on-roadsLarge van≈ $2,726/yr to charge at 30k km
440 kmrange1,190 kgpayload–cargoFrom $121,041 + on-roadsLarge van≈ $3,553/yr to charge at 30k kmRunning costs at 30,000 km a year
NSW, 80% charged at the depot or home and the rest at 70c/kWh fast chargers, against a diesel Toyota HiAce LWB. Servicing for most electric vans is our estimate, as few makers publish capped prices.
| Van | Price | Range | Charging + servicing / yr | Saving vs Toyota HiAce LWB |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Farizon V7E Standard Range | $49,990 | 240 km | $2,684 | $4,886 |
| Ford Transit City SWB | $50,000 | 254 km | $3,064 | $4,506 |
| LDV eDeliver 5 SWB Low Roof | $52,621 | 335 km | $2,706 | $4,864 |
| Kia PV5 Cargo S Long Range | $55,990 | 416 km | $2,336 | $5,234 |
| Peugeot e-Partner Pro | $61,990 | 258 km | $3,160 | $4,410 |
| LDV eDeliver 7 SWB Low Roof | $67,358 | 318 km | $3,213 | $4,357 |
| Renault Kangoo E-Tech E-Tech | $67,515 | 286 km | $2,471 | $5,099 |
| Farizon SuperVan SWB Low Roof | $69,990 | 376 km | $3,039 | $4,531 |
| Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo SWB | $69,990 | 431 km | $2,929 | $4,641 |
| Hyundai Staria Load Electric Electric | $70,990 | 450 km | $2,657 | $4,913 |
| Ford E-Transit Custom Trend LWB | $73,990 | 301 km | $3,336 | $4,234 |
| Mercedes-Benz eVito 112 LWB | $89,353 | 217 km | $3,943 | $3,627 |
| Ford E-Transit Mid Roof | $104,990 | 307 km | $3,176 | $4,394 |
| Mercedes-Benz eSprinter 113 kWh LWB | $121,041 | 440 km | $4,213 | $3,357 |
The diesel vans we compare with
| Diesel van | Price | Fuel use | Payload | Cargo | Diesel + servicing / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota HiAce LWB | $53,880 | 7.8 L/100 km | 1,075 kg | 6.2 m³ | $7,570 |
| Ford Transit Custom Trend | $57,890 | 8 L/100 km | 1,209 kg | 6.5 m³ | $7,091 |
| Hyundai Staria Load | $47,740 | 7 L/100 km | 1,018 kg | 4.9 m³ | $6,611 |
| Renault Trafic Pro LWB | $54,990 | 7.2 L/100 km | – | 6.7 m³ | $6,427 |
Common questions
Are electric vans worth it for tradies?
For high-kilometre work, usually yes. At 30,000 km a year an electric van can save $5,234 or more a year in fuel and servicing against a diesel HiAce, especially if it's charged overnight at home or the depot. The extra purchase price is often paid back within a few years.
How far can an electric van go fully loaded?
Less than the claim. Heavy loads, roof racks, towing and highway speeds can cut range by a quarter or more. For daily planning, assume around 70% of the claimed range when loaded.
Do electric van prices include GST?
The prices shown are the advertised recommended prices before on-road costs (or drive-away where noted). Businesses registered for GST can usually claim the GST back.
What's the cheapest electric van in Australia?
The Farizon V7E Standard Range at $49,990 + on-roads.
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How we work it out, and our sources
Weekly cost = the car's energy use × 250 km × your electricity or fuel price, with 90% of charging at home. Prices are list prices at October 2026; check with the dealer.
- Electricity: 2026–27 default rates (AER, Victorian Default Offer, state retailers). Public charging: Sydney network prices, July 2026.
- Petrol and diesel: ACCC capital-city averages, 21 October 2026.
- Cars: maker figures via CarExpert, Drive, CarsGuide and EV Central. Plug-in electric range is taken as 80% of the claim.
- Servicing: published capped prices; marked as an estimate where not yet published (CarExpert comparison).
- Tyres: an EV set lasts about 35,000 km, a petrol or hybrid set 50,000 km (RACV); prices from Gridly.
- Home charger: about $2,000 installed ($1,000–$3,000). Novated leases: PwC summary.
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