CV SHOW
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Maxus strikes notable first for CV Show with all-electric stand For the first time ever, the CV Show showcased an all-electric LCV stand as MAXUS delivered an electric experience for visitors, featuring the new platform e DELIVER 3 and the larger e DELIVER 9 models. A key highlight of this year’s show, visitors could check out nine MAXUS EV variants including an e DELIVER 3 fridge and EV SWB Dropsider (52.5kWh) in advance of the launch of the all-new e DELIVER 3 long wheelbase chassis, which will be available in the UK and Ireland in Q1 2022. The e DELIVER 9 is available in two size options, with an electric range of 219 miles on a single charge and operating with a high power 150KW low energy motor. The all-new platform vehicle offers three battery options – 51.5 Kwh, 72 Kwh and 88.55 Kwh (LH) with various battery cooling methods, which reduce charging time (DC 45mins 5%-80%), as well as extending battery life and increasing the operating range. The e DELIVER 3 is a small van with a range up to 210 miles on a single charge. With a 92KW motor, there is a battery option latest generation 52.5kWh. Using a DC rapid charger can top up the batteries to 80% in as little as 40 minutes. It’s available in a number of variants and wheelbase options, with this year’s CV Show display featuring a customised refrigerated unit (52.5 kWh). It’s well worth noting that over 54% of MAXUS sales so far in 2021 have been electric.
Andrew Walker gets behind the wheel of the van Maxus believes will shake-up the sector, the eDeliver 3 First announced at the 2019 CV Show, the Maxus eDeliver 3 is proof that good things come in small packages. Payload is competitive; the SWB van coupled with the 52.5kWh battery will lug 905kg, while the LWB chassis cab offers a 1,202kg payload. The SWB van measures 4.55m long, with a 4.8m cubed capacity. The maximum cargo space height is 1330mm, maximum width is 1665mm and it measures 1220mm between the wheel arches. The cargo length is 2180mm in the SWB van. Access at the rear comes via 60:40 split doors, which are 1.25m high and 1.25m wide. The side door is 710mm wide due to bulkhead intrusion and 1230mm high. The van is light thanks to the inclusion of aluminium and high strength steel, which aids both range and payload. The exterior bears an uncanny resemblance to the Nissan e-NV200 but inside it’s more modern, with the dashlocated touchscreen the highlight. The cabin build quality is okay, with some decent plastic and finishes and on the steering wheel. Standard equipment includes arm rests, air-con, SatNav, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, twin USB’s, Bluetooth connectivity, a driver’s airbag, a reversing camera, rear parking sensors and cruise control. 08 | October 2021 | Company Car & Van
Courtesy of Chadderton Motor Company, our local Maxus dealer, we took a spin. The eDeliver 3 is incredibly easy to drive and offered some decent speed when pushed, hitting 60mph in about 8 seconds. Top speed is 75 mph, which is more than adequate for the motorway. Utilising the regeneration and the ECO button, we made our way around Manchester, driving approximately 30 miles but only using 20 miles of range, which was good. ECO means top speed is limited to around 65mph, but if you switch it off, swifter progress can be made. The
regeneration switch can be set to low, medium or high, dependent on the drive. Generally, motorway would be low, urban medium and city high regeneration. On the motorway at speed it felt a little front heavy, especially in traffic, and there’s some battery noise when you slow. The van panels are not the stiffest on sale either. But these are our only criticisms. Overall, the ride is good, it handles well and the cabin is quiet. The on board tech is easy to use and works well and it’s very well equipped. If you’re still not sure about electric vans for your business because of range, it’s worth noting that the eDeliver 3 fitted with the larger battery offers the best range of any electric van. It’s also competitively priced, with an entry level cost of £36,000 including vat before the OLEV grant is taken into account.
CC&V VERDICT Good things come in small packages and the electric range-busting eDeliver 3 shows why.
CC&V RATING: NNNNN
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