Mercedes-Benz

eSprinter 20-seat Minibus

Electric minibus · M2 · Updated 2026-03

Larger-capacity eSprinter — maxes out the M2 class at 20 seats with premium Mercedes finish.

Mercedes-Benz eSprinter 20-seat Minibus — electric minibus Ireland 2026
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€86,000 After SEAI grants
330km WLTP ~260km real-world
330WLTP range km113kWh battery
260Real range kmIrish conditions est.
80Max DC kWFast charging
15.0s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€86,000Net priceAfter grants
€258Motor tax/yrM2 minibus rate

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity113 kWh
WLTP range330 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~260 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)15.0s
Top speed120 km/h
Torque400 Nm
DrivetrainRWD
Max DC charge rate80 kW
Max AC charge rate22 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Cargo volume600 L
Seats20
Dimensions
Length7,000 mm
Width2,050 mm
Height2,800 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 400,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range330km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~260km

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

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Active noise cancellation and aero-optimised body for cabin silence

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€96,000
SEAI Minibus Grant− €10,000
Net price after grants€86,000

💡 Total savings of €10,000. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.

SEAI Minibus Grant €10,000 Motor tax €258/yr
Estimated annual running costs (30,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€2,465
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€5,034
Motor tax€258/yr
Saving vs diesel equivalent (€1.65/L)~€3,475/yr
💡 Fuel savings: At €0.24/kWh depot charging rate vs diesel at €1.65/L, annual fuel savings on the eSprinter at 25,000km are typically €2,000–€4,000 depending on route profile.

🇮🇪 eSprinter on Irish routes

Route analysis for typical Irish shuttle and community transport operations.

✈️ Airport transfer (DUB) 30km · City centre
✅ Single charge — 230km remaining
🛣️ Dublin → Cork (shuttle service) 260km · M8
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🛤️ Dublin → Galway (shuttle) 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 40km remaining
🏨 Hotel shuttle daily (circular) 80km · /day
✅ Comfortably within daily range
🏫 School bus daily route 60km · /day
✅ Single charge — 200km remaining
🤝 Community transport route 100km · Regional
✅ Single charge — 160km remaining

Based on ~260km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the eSprinter right for you?

Airport transfer route✅ Excellent
Hotel / corporate shuttle✅ Ideal
Passenger capacity✅ 20 seats
SEAI minibus grant✅ €10,000 grant
Intercity shuttle route✅ Single charge
School transport contract✅ Suitable
Overnight depot charging✅ 7.4kW–22kW wallbox
💡 Best for: Large group shuttle.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~16h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~11h
🏢 22kW AC (0–100%)~6h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~95min
🚀 80kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~59min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Mercedes me Charge provides access to 1,000,000+ chargers globally via a single account.

Mercedes me Charge gives EQ owners a single account for 1,000,000+ public chargers across Europe, including all major Irish networks. The EQS and EQE support 200kW+ DC ultra-rapid charging at Ionity stations.

📐 Dimensions & cargo

Length7,000 mm
Width2,050 mm
Height2,800 mm
Cargo volume600 L
TowingNot rated
Seats20
Battery warranty8 years / 400,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 400,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Mercedes-Benz eSprinter 20-seat Minibus

The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter 20-seat Minibus has an Irish list price of €96,000 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Minibus Grant of €10,000, the net cost is approximately €86,000. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter 20-seat Minibus has a WLTP official range of 330km. In real-world Irish conditions — stop-start delivery routes, cold mornings and motorway runs with payload — expect approximately 260km per charge. This is sufficient for Dublin to Cork (260km) on a single charge.
The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter 20-seat Minibus may qualify for the SEAI Minibus Grant of €10,000 (M2 category, 10–22 seats). M2 category, 10–22 seats. Verify current eligibility at seai.ie. Public sector or community operators may also access NDP capital grants.
Yes. The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter 20-seat Minibus has a real-world range of 260km, making it well-suited to Irish airport transfer routes (Dublin City to DUB Airport: ~12km, Cork City to ORK: ~6km). For operators running 200–300km per day across multiple transfers, overnight charging at a 7.4kW–22kW depot wallbox is sufficient. Midday opportunity charging at the airport takes 30–60 minutes at a 50kW+ charger.
The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter 20-seat Minibus is configured for 20 seats in its standard minibus specification. As an M2 category vehicle (10–22 seats), drivers require category D1 licence in Ireland. Confirm seating configuration with your authorised dealer.
Mercedes uses "EQ" as its electric sub-brand. The EQS (S-Class equivalent) and EQE (E-Class equivalent) use the dedicated EVA2 platform with 200kW+ DC charging. The EQA and EQB are based on converted ICE platforms with lower DC charging speeds (100kW max). For fastest charging, EQS and EQE are the strongest performers.
The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter 20-seat Minibus supports up to 80kW DC and 22kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 16 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 95 minutes. At the maximum 80kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 59 minutes.
The Mercedes-Benz eSprinter 20-seat Minibus uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Mercedes-Benz eSprinter 20-seat Minibus is €258 per year — the applicable rate for this M2 minibus 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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