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ë-SpaceTourer XL 8-seat 230km

Electric people carrier · M1 · Updated 2026-03

Ireland's most spacious electric MPV — the ë-SpaceTourer seats up to 8 adults in van-like comfort, ideal for large families, airport transfers and accessible transport.

Citroën ë-SpaceTourer XL 8-seat 230km — electric people carrier Ireland 2026
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€56,490 After SEAI grants
230km WLTP ~182km real-world
230WLTP range km75kWh battery
182Real range kmIrish conditions est.
100Max DC kWFast charging
13.1s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€56,490Net priceAfter grants
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity75 kWh
WLTP range230 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~182 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)13.1s
Top speed130 km/h
Torque210 Nm
DrivetrainFWD
Max DC charge rate100 kW
Max AC charge rate11 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Boot capacity1,150 L
Towing capacity1,000 kg
Seats8
Dimensions
Length4,959 mm
Width2,010 mm
Height1,900 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range230km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~182km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

Citroën highlights

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Progressive Hydraulic Cushions
Citroën's signature suspension for class-leading ride comfort
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Accessible EV pricing
ë-C3 from under €25k — most affordable 5-seat EV in Ireland
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Stellantis Group
Shares platforms with Peugeot, Fiat and Opel EVs

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€59,990
SEAI Private Car Grant− €3,500
Net price after grants€56,490

💡 Total savings of €3,500. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.

SEAI Private Car Grant €3,500 Motor tax €120/yr Home charger grant €300
Estimated annual running costs (15,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€1,174
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€2,397
Motor tax€120/yr
Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L)~€1,526/yr
💡 Fuel savings: At €0.24/kWh depot charging rate vs diesel at €1.65/L, annual fuel savings on the ë-SpaceTourer at 25,000km are typically €2,000–€4,000 depending on route profile.

🚘 ë-SpaceTourer — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026

All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.

Model / Trim Battery & Range Price After Grants
ë-SpaceTourer M 7-seat
7-seat
75kWh · 230km €55,990€52,490
ë-SpaceTourer XL 8-seat
8-seat
75kWh · 230km €59,990€56,490

Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Private Car Grant (€3,500 where list price < €65,000) and VRT relief (capped at actual VRT due — 7% of OMSP, max €5,000 up to €40k, max €2,500 up to €50k, nil above €50k). Business buyers: SEAI car grant not available — VRT relief only. Always verify at seai.ie.

🇮🇪 ë-SpaceTourer on Irish routes

Route range analysis for typical Irish family, hotel and corporate shuttle operations.

🏠 Daily commute (avg) 50km · /day
✅ Comfortably within daily range
🛣️ Dublin → Cork (family trip) 260km · M8
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🛤️ Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🏝️ Dublin → Kerry (holiday) 310km · M7/N21
⚡ Charge stop recommended
✈️ Airport transfer (DUB) 30km · City centre
✅ Single charge — 152km remaining
🏫 School run + errands (daily) 60km · /day
✅ Single charge — 122km remaining

Based on ~182km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the ë-SpaceTourer right for you?

Daily family commute✅ Ideal
Passenger seating✅ 8 seats
Intercity family trip⚠️ Charge stop likely
Private buyer (SEAI + VRT)✅ €3,500 total grants
Company car / BIK saving✅ BIK OMV −€20,000 (2026)
Boot / luggage space✅ 1,150L boot
Towing (caravan / trailer)⚠️ 1,000kg light tow
💡 Best for: Large electric family MPV.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~11h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~7h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~63min
🚀 100kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~32min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Citroën ë-C3 and newer models support up to 100kW DC. The Ami quadricycle charges via a standard 3-pin socket only.

Citroën My Free2Move provides access to public charging via the Free2Move app. The ë-C3's 100kW DC capability is excellent for its price point — a 10–80% charge at a 50kW ESB ecars station takes around 26 minutes.

📐 Dimensions & cargo

Length4,959 mm
Width2,010 mm
Height1,900 mm
Boot capacity1,150 L
Towing (braked)1,000 kg
Seats8
Battery warranty8 years / 160,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 160,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Citroën ë-SpaceTourer XL 8-seat 230km

The Citroën ë-SpaceTourer XL 8-seat 230km has an Irish list price of €59,990 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500, the net cost is approximately €56,490. The range starts from €55,990 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Citroën ë-SpaceTourer XL 8-seat 230km has a WLTP official range of 230km. In real-world Irish conditions — stop-start delivery routes, cold mornings and motorway runs with payload — expect approximately 182km per charge. This suits depot-based daily operations comfortably.
Yes. The Citroën ë-SpaceTourer XL 8-seat 230km qualifies for the SEAI Private Car Grant of €3,500. New M1 BEV, list price €14k–€60k. Apply via seai.ie after purchase. Verify current eligibility at seai.ie.
The Citroën ë-SpaceTourer XL 8-seat 230km offers 8 seats, making it well-suited for larger Irish families. Boot capacity is 1,150 litres — sufficient for family luggage on a Dublin–Cork trip. With a real-world range of ~182km, most intercity family journeys can be completed on a single charge or with one brief rapid charge stop.
At 15,000km per year: home charging at €0.24/kWh costs approximately €1,174. Motor tax is €120/yr. Compare to approximately €2,700 in petrol for an equivalent people carrier. Over 5 years, total fuel savings often exceed €8,000–€12,000.
The Citroën Ami is a heavy quadricycle (L7e) — not a traditional car. In Ireland it requires a category B or B1 licence. It is not permitted on motorways or dual carriageways. Maximum speed is 45km/h. It charges from a standard 3-pin socket in about 3 hours and is designed for urban micro-mobility only.
The Citroën ë-SpaceTourer XL 8-seat 230km supports up to 100kW DC and 11kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 11 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 63 minutes. At the maximum 100kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 32 minutes.
The Citroën ë-SpaceTourer XL 8-seat 230km uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Citroën ë-SpaceTourer XL 8-seat 230km is €120 per year — the lowest available band in Ireland (A1, 0g/km CO₂). All battery electric vehicles registered as private cars qualify for this rate, compared to €280–€700+/year for an equivalent petrol or diesel car.

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