King Long

PEV6 Electric Bus

Electric bus · M3 · Updated 2026-03

King Long's mid-size city bus — the PEV6 is a 30-seat urban transit bus suited to secondary school routes, regional town services and smaller city circuits with a 324kWh battery and 300km operational range.

King Long PEV6 Electric Bus — electric bus Ireland 2026
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€260,000 After SEAI grants
300km WLTP ~231km real-world
300WLTP range km324kWh battery
231Real range kmIrish conditions est.
120Max DC kWFast charging
20.0s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€260,000Net priceAfter grants
€202Motor tax/yrM3 bus rate

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity324 kWh
WLTP range300 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~231 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)20.0s
Top speed100 km/h
Torque2,000 Nm
DrivetrainRWD
Max DC charge rate120 kW
Max AC charge rate22 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Seats30
Dimensions
Length12,000 mm
Width2,550 mm
Height3,400 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 600,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range300km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~231km

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

King Long highlights

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Chinese bus manufacturer
King Long is among China's top five bus makers by volume
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LFP battery systems
Lithium iron phosphate chemistry for fleet durability
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European market presence
Available through selected European and Irish bus dealers

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€280,000
SEAI Bus Grant− €20,000
Net price after grants€260,000

💡 Total savings of €20,000. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.

SEAI Bus Grant €20,000 Motor tax €202/yr
Estimated annual running costs (80,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€20,736
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€42,336
Motor tax€202/yr
Saving vs diesel equivalent (€1.65/L)~€32,064/yr
💡 Fuel savings: At €0.24/kWh depot charging rate vs diesel at €1.65/L, annual fuel savings on the PEV6 at 25,000km are typically €2,000–€4,000 depending on route profile.

🇮🇪 PEV6 on Irish routes

Route range analysis for typical Irish city, regional and depot-return bus operations.

🏙️ City circular route (daily) 200km · Depot return
✅ Comfortably within daily range
🛣️ Intercity Dublin → Cork 260km · M8
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🛤️ Intercity Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 11km remaining
🏘️ Commuter route (Cork suburbs) 120km · Daily return
✅ Single charge — 111km remaining
🏫 School bus daily route 60km · /day
✅ Single charge — 171km remaining
🌙 Night service depot return 150km · Overnight
✅ Possible on one charge

Based on ~231km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the PEV6 right for you?

City circular route (200km/day)✅ Single charge
Intercity service✅ Direct route possible
Passenger capacity✅ 30 seats
SEAI / NTA grant eligible✅ €20,000 grant
Depot overnight charging✅ 50kW+ DC recommended
Fleet procurement (public sector)✅ Suitable
Motor tax€202/yr
💡 Best for: City route electric bus.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~44h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~30h
🏢 22kW AC (0–100%)~15h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~272min
🚀 120kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~113min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: King Long electric buses use CCS Combo 2 for DC charging — compatible with Irish commercial charging infrastructure.

King Long electric buses are designed for depot charging on 50–150kW DC infrastructure. King Long is one of China's largest bus manufacturers, supplying electric coaches to European operators.

📐 Dimensions & cargo

Length12,000 mm
Width2,550 mm
Height3,400 mm
TowingNot rated
Seats30
Battery warranty8 years / 600,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 600,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — King Long PEV6 Electric Bus

The King Long PEV6 Electric Bus has an Irish list price of €280,000 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Bus Grant of €20,000, the net cost is approximately €260,000. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The King Long PEV6 Electric Bus has a WLTP official range of 300km. In real-world Irish conditions — stop-start delivery routes, cold mornings and motorway runs with payload — expect approximately 231km per charge. This suits depot-based daily operations comfortably.
The King Long PEV6 Electric Bus may qualify for the SEAI Bus Grant of €20,000 for M3 category vehicles. Public operators should also explore NTA (National Transport Authority) fleet decarbonisation grants and EU Connecting Europe Facility funding. Contact SEAI and NTA directly for current eligibility and application procedures.
The King Long PEV6 Electric Bus has a WLTP range of 300km and an estimated operational range of 231km under typical Irish city conditions. For city circular routes returning to depot nightly, this comfortably covers 200–280km of daily service. Overnight depot charging on a 50–150kW DC charger is the recommended charging strategy.
The King Long PEV6 Electric Bus supports up to 120kW DC and 22kW AC charging. For fleet operators, a dedicated depot charging station with 50–150kW DC per vehicle is standard. Overnight AC charging at 22kW provides a full charge in approximately 15 hours. ESB ecars Business, EZO Fleet and several other Irish suppliers provide depot charging solutions. SEAI infrastructure grants of up to 75% of installation costs may apply.
King Long electric buses may qualify for the SEAI electric bus grant (M3 category) and NTA fleet decarbonisation grants. Contact SEAI and NTA directly for current eligibility. Public and private fleet operators should also explore EU Connecting Europe Facility funding.
The King Long PEV6 Electric Bus supports up to 120kW DC and 22kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 44 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 272 minutes. At the maximum 120kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 113 minutes.
The King Long PEV6 Electric Bus 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 King Long PEV6 Electric Bus is €202 per year — the applicable rate for this M3 large bus category. Bus and minibus motor tax in Ireland is based on passenger capacity and vehicle class, not CO₂ emissions. Confirm the exact rate for your registration with the local Motor Tax Office or at motortax.ie.

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