Opel
Combo-e Cargo
Electric van · N1S · Updated 2026-03
Compact and nimble electric van — excellent for Irish city deliveries with easy parking.
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280WLTP range km50kWh battery
220Real range kmIrish conditions est.
100Max DC kWFast charging
11.2s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€24,900Net priceAfter grants
€333Motor tax/yrCommercial N1/N2 rate
⚙️ Technical specifications
| Battery capacity | 50 kWh |
| WLTP range | 280 km |
| Real-world range (Ireland) | ~220 km |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 11.2s |
| Top speed | 130 km/h |
| Torque | 260 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Max DC charge rate | 100 kW |
| Max AC charge rate | 11 kW |
| Connectors | CCS · Type 2 |
| Cargo volume | 3,900 L |
| Max payload | 800 kg |
| Seats | 2 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,403 mm |
| Width | 1,848 mm |
| Height | 1,844 mm |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 160,000 km |
| CO₂ emissions | 0 g/km |
Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.
Opel highlights
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IntelliLux LED Matrix
Adaptive glare-free headlights on Astra and Grandland
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Stellantis Group
Shares platforms and components with Peugeot and Citroën EVs
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Standard and Long Range options
Most models offer a choice of battery sizes
💰 Irish pricing & incentives
List price (inc. 23% VAT)€32,500
SEAI Van Grant (N1)− €7,600
Net price after grants€24,900
💡 Total savings of €7,600. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.
SEAI Van Grant (N1) €7,600
Motor tax €333/yr
| Estimated annual running costs (30,000km) | |
| Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh) | ~€1,286 |
| Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg) | ~€2,625 |
| Motor tax | €333/yr |
| Saving vs diesel equivalent (€1.65/L) | ~€4,654/yr |
💡 Fuel savings:
At €0.24/kWh depot charging rate vs diesel at €1.65/L, annual fuel savings on the Combo-e at 25,000km are typically €2,000–€4,000 depending on route profile.
🚘 Combo-e — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026
All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Van Grant (N1) (€7,600). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.
| Model / Trim | Battery & Range | Price After Grants |
|---|---|---|
| Combo-e Cargo Standard Standard |
50kWh · 280km | €32,500€24,900 |
| Combo-e Cargo XL Long |
50kWh · 275km | €35,000€27,400 |
Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Van Grant (N1) (€7,600). Always verify at seai.ie.
🇮🇪 Combo-e on Irish routes
Route range analysis for typical Irish business delivery and service operations.
🏭 Depot to depot — Dublin Ring
120km · Daily return
✅ Single charge — 100km remaining
🛣️ Dublin to Cork depot
260km · M8 single
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🛤️ Dublin to Galway depot
220km · M6 single
⚡ Charge stop recommended
📦 Urban delivery radius
80km · City / suburban
✅ Comfortably within daily range
🔧 Service van day route
150km · Mixed stops
✅ Single charge — 70km remaining
🏠 Overnight depot return
200km · Round trip
✅ Possible on one charge
Based on ~220km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.
👥 Is the Combo-e right for you?
| Last-mile urban delivery | ✅ Excellent |
| Daily depot range (220km) | ✅ Full day on one charge |
| Payload requirements | ✅ 800kg capacity |
| Cargo volume | ✅ 3,900L cargo space |
| SEAI grant eligible | ✅ €7,600 grant |
| Towing / trailer | ❌ Not tow-rated |
| Overnight depot charging | ✅ 7.4kW wallbox sufficient |
💡 Best for: Urban courier.
⚡ Charging guide
| 🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%) | ~7h |
| 🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%) | ~5h |
| ⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%) | ~42min |
| 🚀 100kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%) | ~21min |
| Connectors (DC) | CCS |
| Connectors (AC) | Type 2 |
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Opel EVs use the Stellantis e-CMP and BEV3 platforms — up to 100kW DC on most models.
Opel's Charge My Opel service provides home wallbox installation and access to public charging networks via the Free2Move app. All Opel BEVs support CCS for DC fast charging at all major Irish networks.
Opel's Charge My Opel service provides home wallbox installation and access to public charging networks via the Free2Move app. All Opel BEVs support CCS for DC fast charging at all major Irish networks.
📐 Dimensions & cargo
| Length | 4,403 mm |
| Width | 1,848 mm |
| Height | 1,844 mm |
| Cargo volume | 3,900 L |
| Max payload | 800 kg |
| Towing | Not rated |
| Seats | 2 |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 160,000 km |
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 160,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.
❓ Frequently asked questions — Opel Combo-e Cargo
The Opel Combo-e Cargo has an Irish list price of €32,500 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Van Grant (N1) of €7,600, the net cost is approximately €24,900. The range starts from €32,500 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Opel Combo-e Cargo has a WLTP official range of 280km. In real-world Irish conditions — stop-start delivery routes, cold mornings and motorway runs with payload — expect approximately 220km per charge. This suits depot-based daily operations comfortably.
Yes. The Opel Combo-e Cargo qualifies for the SEAI Van Grant (N1) of €7,600. All N1 electric commercial vehicles GVW ≤3.5t. Apply via seai.ie. Verify current eligibility at seai.ie/van-grants. Business buyers may also be able to claim VAT back on the purchase price.
The Opel Combo-e Cargo has a maximum payload of 800kg. Cargo volume is 3,900 litres. Note that in electric vans, the battery adds some weight versus diesel — check the specific variant's VIN plate for confirmed payload figures.
The Opel Combo-e Cargo has an estimated real-world range of 220km under Irish conditions. For depot-based delivery routes under 176km, it will comfortably complete a full day's work on a single overnight charge at a 7.4kW or 11kW wallbox. For routes exceeding this, a midday rapid charge at a 50kW+ ESB ecars or Ionity charger adds approximately 100–150km in 20–30 minutes.
Yes — Opel and Vauxhall are the same vehicles sold under different brand names. Opel is used in Ireland and continental Europe; Vauxhall in the UK. Both are owned by Stellantis. Opel has a long-established dealer and service network across Ireland.
The Opel Combo-e Cargo supports up to 100kW DC and 11kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 7 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 42 minutes. At the maximum 100kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 21 minutes.
The Opel Combo-e Cargo 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 Opel Combo-e Cargo is €333 per year — the rate for a zero-emission electric commercial van in this weight class. Commercial vehicle motor tax in Ireland is based on unladen weight or payload band, not CO₂ emissions. This represents significant annual savings versus diesel equivalents. Verify your exact band at motortax.ie.
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