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.
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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 capacity | 113 kWh |
| WLTP range | 330 km |
| Real-world range (Ireland) | ~260 km |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 15.0s |
| Top speed | 120 km/h |
| Torque | 400 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Max DC charge rate | 80 kW |
| Max AC charge rate | 22 kW |
| Connectors | CCS · Type 2 |
| Cargo volume | 600 L |
| Seats | 20 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 7,000 mm |
| Width | 2,050 mm |
| Height | 2,800 mm |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 400,000 km |
| CO₂ emissions | 0 g/km |
Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.
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MBUX Hyperscreen (EQS)
Curved 141cm display spanning the full dashboard width
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EV-specific refinement
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, EZO, 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.
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
| Length | 7,000 mm |
| Width | 2,050 mm |
| Height | 2,800 mm |
| Cargo volume | 600 L |
| Towing | Not rated |
| Seats | 20 |
| Battery warranty | 8 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, EZO, 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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