e-Crafter Panel Van
e-Crafter suits depot-based urban routes only — limited range makes it unsuitable for intercity work.
⚙️ Technical specifications
| Battery capacity | 36 kWh |
| WLTP range | 173 km |
| Real-world range (Ireland) | ~135 km |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 15.0s |
| Top speed | 90 km/h |
| Torque | 290 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Max DC charge rate | 40 kW |
| Max AC charge rate | 11 kW |
| Connectors | CCS · Type 2 |
| Cargo volume | 10,700 L |
| Max payload | 1,000 kg |
| Seats | 2 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 5,986 mm |
| Width | 2,037 mm |
| Height | 2,360 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.
Volkswagen highlights
💰 Irish pricing & incentives
💡 Total savings of €3,800. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.
| Estimated annual running costs (30,000km) | |
| Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh) | ~€1,498 |
| Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg) | ~€3,059 |
| Motor tax | €500/yr |
| Saving vs diesel equivalent (€1.65/L) | ~€4,442/yr |
🇮🇪 e-Crafter on Irish routes
Range analysis for typical Irish trade and service van operations.
Based on ~135km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.
👥 Is the e-Crafter right for you?
| Last-mile urban delivery | ⚠️ Check daily route |
| Daily depot range (135km) | ⚠️ May need midday charge |
| Payload requirements | ✅ 1,000kg capacity |
| Cargo volume | ✅ 10,700L cargo space |
| SEAI grant eligible | ✅ €3,800 grant |
| Towing / trailer | ❌ Not tow-rated |
| Overnight depot charging | ✅ 7.4kW wallbox sufficient |
⚡ Charging guide
| 🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%) | ~5h |
| 🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%) | ~4h |
| ⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%) | ~30min |
| Connectors (DC) | CCS |
| Connectors (AC) | Type 2 |
Volkswagen Group is a founding partner of Ionity's ultra-rapid charging network. ID. series owners benefit from preferential Ionity pricing through the We Charge app. Ionity's 350kW stations on major Irish motorway corridors ensure long-distance travel is practical for all ID. vehicles.
📐 Dimensions & cargo
| Length | 5,986 mm |
| Width | 2,037 mm |
| Height | 2,360 mm |
| Cargo volume | 10,700 L |
| Max payload | 1,000 kg |
| Towing | Not rated |
| Seats | 2 |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 160,000 km |
❓ Frequently asked questions — Volkswagen e-Crafter Panel Van
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