Volvo
7900 Electric 26-seat City Bus
Electric bus · M3 · Updated 2026-03
Volvo 7900 — designed for opportunity charging at terminus stops, ideal for circular city routes.
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200WLTP range km200kWh battery
155Real range kmIrish conditions est.
150Max DC kWFast charging
20.0s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€420,000Net priceAfter grants
€403Motor tax/yrM3 bus rate
⚙️ Technical specifications
| Battery capacity | 200 kWh |
| WLTP range | 200 km |
| Real-world range (Ireland) | ~155 km |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 20.0s |
| Top speed | 80 km/h |
| Torque | 1,800 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Max DC charge rate | 150 kW |
| Max AC charge rate | 22 kW |
| Connectors | CCS · Type 2 |
| Seats | 26 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 12,000 mm |
| Width | 2,550 mm |
| Height | 3,400 mm |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 600,000 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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💰 Irish pricing & incentives
List price (inc. 23% VAT)€440,000
SEAI Bus Grant− €20,000
Net price after grants€420,000
💡 Total savings of €20,000. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.
SEAI Bus Grant €20,000
Motor tax €403/yr
| Estimated annual running costs (80,000km) | |
| Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh) | ~€19,200 |
| Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg) | ~€39,200 |
| Motor tax | €403/yr |
| Saving vs diesel equivalent (€1.65/L) | ~€33,600/yr |
💡 Fuel savings:
At €0.24/kWh depot charging rate vs diesel at €1.65/L, annual fuel savings on the 7900 Electric at 25,000km are typically €2,000–€4,000 depending on route profile.
🇮🇪 7900 Electric on Irish routes
Route range analysis for typical Irish city, regional and depot-return bus operations.
🏙️ City circular route (daily)
200km · Depot return
⚠️ Check route — near range limit
🛣️ Intercity Dublin → Cork
260km · M8
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🛤️ Intercity Dublin → Galway
220km · M6
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🏘️ Commuter route (Cork suburbs)
120km · Daily return
✅ Single charge — 35km remaining
🏫 School bus daily route
60km · /day
✅ Single charge — 95km remaining
🌙 Night service depot return
150km · Overnight
✅ Possible on one charge
Based on ~155km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.
👥 Is the 7900 Electric right for you?
| City circular route (200km/day) | ⚠️ Charge en route |
| Intercity service | ⚠️ En-route charge needed |
| Passenger capacity | ✅ 26 seats |
| SEAI / NTA grant eligible | ✅ €20,000 grant |
| Depot overnight charging | ✅ 50kW+ DC recommended |
| Fleet procurement (public sector) | ✅ Suitable |
| Motor tax | €403/yr |
💡 Best for: Opportunity-charge urban routes.
⚡ Charging guide
| 🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%) | ~28h |
| 🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%) | ~19h |
| 🏢 22kW AC (0–100%) | ~10h |
| ⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%) | ~168min |
| 🚀 150kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%) | ~56min |
| Connectors (DC) | CCS |
| Connectors (AC) | Type 2 |
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Volvo Cars provides charging access via the Volvo Cars app — covering all major Irish networks.
Volvo's EX30, EC40 and EX90 support 153–250kW DC charging — enabling rapid top-ups on long journeys. The Volvo Cars app integrates charging planning with route navigation and can remotely pre-condition the cabin and battery before you leave.
Volvo's EX30, EC40 and EX90 support 153–250kW DC charging — enabling rapid top-ups on long journeys. The Volvo Cars app integrates charging planning with route navigation and can remotely pre-condition the cabin and battery before you leave.
📐 Dimensions & cargo
| Length | 12,000 mm |
| Width | 2,550 mm |
| Height | 3,400 mm |
| Towing | Not rated |
| Seats | 26 |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 600,000 km |
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 600,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.
❓ Frequently asked questions — Volvo 7900 Electric 26-seat City Bus
The Volvo 7900 Electric 26-seat City Bus has an Irish list price of €440,000 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Bus Grant of €20,000, the net cost is approximately €420,000. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Volvo 7900 Electric 26-seat City Bus has a WLTP official range of 200km. In real-world Irish conditions — stop-start delivery routes, cold mornings and motorway runs with payload — expect approximately 155km per charge. This suits depot-based daily operations comfortably.
The Volvo 7900 Electric 26-seat City 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 Volvo 7900 Electric 26-seat City Bus has a WLTP range of 200km and an estimated operational range of 155km 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 Volvo 7900 Electric 26-seat City Bus supports up to 150kW 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 10 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.
Volvo Cars is Swedish in origin and culture, but has been owned by Geely Group (China) since 2010. Engineering, design and safety research remain centred in Gothenburg, Sweden, while manufacturing is spread across Sweden, Belgium and China. The EX30 is manufactured in Ghent, Belgium for European markets.
The Volvo 7900 Electric 26-seat City Bus supports up to 150kW DC and 22kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 28 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 168 minutes. At the maximum 150kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 56 minutes.
The Volvo 7900 Electric 26-seat City 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 Volvo 7900 Electric 26-seat City Bus is €403 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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