Volvo
FL Electric 18t Rigid
Electric truck · N3 · Updated 2026-03
Volvo FL Electric — the go-to medium-duty urban distribution truck, available since 2019 and widely deployed across Irish city centre delivery operations. New 2026 LFP variant reduces cost.
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300WLTP range km395kWh battery
230Real range kmIrish conditions est.
150Max DC kWFast charging
16.0s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€230,000Net priceAfter grants
€648Motor tax/yr18t GVW rate
⚙️ Technical specifications
| Battery capacity | 395 kWh |
| WLTP range | 300 km |
| Real-world range (Ireland) | ~230 km |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 16.0s |
| Top speed | 90 km/h |
| Torque | 2,200 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD |
| Max DC charge rate | 150 kW |
| Max AC charge rate | 22 kW |
| Connectors | CCS · Type 2 |
| Cargo volume | 50,000 L |
| Gross vehicle weight | 18 t |
| Seats | 2 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 7,200 mm |
| Width | 2,550 mm |
| Height | 3,400 mm |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 800,000 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)€280,000
ZEHDV Truck Grant− €50,000
Net price after grants€230,000
💡 Total savings of €50,000. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.
ZEHDV Truck Grant €50,000
Motor tax €648/yr
| Estimated annual running costs (100,000km) | |
| Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh) | ~€31,600 |
| Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg) | ~€64,517 |
| Motor tax | €648/yr |
| Saving vs diesel equivalent (€1.65/L) | ~€17,900/yr |
💡 Fuel savings:
At €0.24/kWh depot charging rate vs diesel at €1.65/L, annual fuel savings on the FL Electric at 25,000km are typically €2,000–€4,000 depending on route profile.
🚘 FL Electric — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026
All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after ZEHDV Truck Grant (€50,000). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.
| Model / Trim | Battery & Range | Price After Grants |
|---|---|---|
| FL Electric 14t 4x2 Entry |
300kWh · 250km | €255,000€205,000 |
| FL Electric 18t 4x2 Most Popular |
395kWh · 300km | €280,000€230,000 |
Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after ZEHDV Truck Grant (€50,000). Always verify at seai.ie.
🇮🇪 FL Electric on Irish routes
Haulage route analysis for typical Irish distribution and logistics operations.
🚛 Dublin Port → Cork depot
260km · M8
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🛤️ Dublin Port → Galway depot
220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 10km remaining
✈️ Dublin → Shannon Freeport
195km · M7/N18
✅ Single charge — 35km remaining
🔄 Regional depot return
300km · Round trip
⚡ One rapid charge stop needed
🌙 Night linehaul Dublin–Cork
260km · M8 single
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🏙️ Daily urban distribution
100km · /day
✅ Comfortably within daily range
Based on ~230km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.
👥 Is the FL Electric right for you?
| Daily route (<207km) | ✅ Single charge |
| Long haul (>230km) | ⚠️ Rapid charge stop needed |
| ZEHDV grant eligible | ✅ Up to €50,000 grant |
| Depot charging (overnight) | ✅ 150kW DC recommended |
| GVW / payload | ✅ 18t GVW |
| Fleet telematics integration | ✅ Available |
| Motor tax | €648/yr (18t GVW band) |
💡 Best for: Urban depot-to-door distribution.
⚡ Charging guide
| 🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%) | ~54h |
| 🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%) | ~36h |
| 🏢 22kW AC (0–100%) | ~18h |
| ⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%) | ~332min |
| 🚀 150kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%) | ~111min |
| Connectors (DC) | CCS |
| Connectors (AC) | Type 2 |
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, 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 | 7,200 mm |
| Width | 2,550 mm |
| Height | 3,400 mm |
| Cargo volume | 50,000 L |
| Towing | Not rated |
| GVW | 18 tonnes |
| Seats | 2 |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 800,000 km |
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 800,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.
❓ Frequently asked questions — Volvo FL Electric 18t Rigid
The Volvo FL Electric 18t Rigid has an Irish list price of €280,000 (including 23% VAT). After the ZEHDV Truck Grant of €50,000, the net cost is approximately €230,000. The range starts from €255,000 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Volvo FL Electric 18t Rigid 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 230km per charge. This suits depot-based daily operations comfortably.
The Volvo FL Electric 18t Rigid may qualify for the Zero Emission Heavy Duty Vehicle (ZEHDV) grant from SEAI, worth up to €50,000 for eligible N3 category vehicles. Applications are made through SEAI's commercial vehicle grant programme. Fleet operators should also investigate LSAD (Low-Sulphur Alternative Diesel) infrastructure grants and APEEN EU fleet decarbonisation funding. Contact SEAI directly at seai.ie for current eligibility.
WLTP range of 300km is measured at 80% payload under standardised conditions. Real-world Irish range under full load, motorway speeds and varying weather conditions is estimated at 230km. For route planning, use 80% of stated WLTP as a conservative daily planning figure. Depot charging overnight on a 150kW+ DC charger is recommended for vehicles operating long-haul routes.
Depot charging for trucks typically requires a 150kW+ DC fast charger per vehicle slot or a high-power AC charger for overnight top-up. ESB ecars Business, EasyGo Fleet and several independent suppliers operate in Ireland. SEAI's EV Infrastructure grant can support up to 75% of installation costs for commercial depots. De Energy Hub lists commercial charging hubs — contact us to list your depot or find nearby charging infrastructure.
Electric trucks have higher upfront purchase costs but significantly lower operating costs. Fuel savings of €30,000–€60,000 over a typical 5-year/500,000km fleet lifecycle are common at current Irish diesel and electricity prices. The ZEHDV grant offsets initial price. Maintenance savings (no diesel particulate filter, oil service, AdBlue, turbo) add further value. Most fleet operators report TCO parity or better within 3–4 years.
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 FL Electric 18t Rigid supports up to 150kW DC and 22kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 54 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 332 minutes. At the maximum 150kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 111 minutes.
The Volvo FL Electric 18t Rigid 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 Volvo FL Electric 18t Rigid is €648 per year — the rate for a zero-emission heavy goods vehicle (HGV) in the 18t GVW class. Commercial vehicle motor tax in Ireland is determined by gross vehicle weight (GVW), not CO₂ emissions. You can verify the exact band for your vehicle at motortax.ie.
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