Wrightbus

StreetDeck Electroliner Double Deck BEV

Electric bus · M3 · Updated 2026-03

The NTA's chosen double-deck BEV — up to 800 on order for Ireland in the biggest bus procurement in Irish State history. Built in Ballymena, 380kW rapid charging, 75-min full charge and 440km WLTP range.

Wrightbus StreetDeck Electroliner Double Deck BEV — electric bus Ireland 2026
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€500,000 After SEAI grants
440km WLTP ~338km real-world
440WLTP range km440kWh battery
338Real range kmIrish conditions est.
380Max DC kWFast charging
22.0s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€500,000Net priceAfter grants
€1076Motor tax/yrM3 bus rate

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity440 kWh
WLTP range440 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~338 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)22.0s
Top speed80 km/h
Torque2,500 Nm
DrivetrainRWD
Max DC charge rate380 kW
Max AC charge rate22 kW
ConnectorsCCS · Type 2
Seats70
Dimensions
Length10,600 mm
Width2,550 mm
Height4,380 mm
Battery warranty8 years / 600,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range440km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~338km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

Wrightbus highlights

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NTA fleet partner
Wrightbus is supplying Electroliner buses under NTA's 800-bus order
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Northern Ireland manufacturer
Wrightbus manufactured in Ballymena, Co. Antrim
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Double and single deck
StreetDeck (double-deck) and GB Kite (single-deck) EV options

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€520,000
SEAI Bus Grant− €20,000
Net price after grants€500,000

💡 Total savings of €20,000. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.

SEAI Bus Grant €20,000 Motor tax €1076/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€1076/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 StreetDeck Electroliner at 25,000km are typically €2,000–€4,000 depending on route profile.

🇮🇪 StreetDeck Electroliner on Irish routes

Route range analysis for typical Irish city, regional and depot-return bus operations.

🏙️ City circular route (daily) 200km · Depot return
✅ Comfortably within daily range
🛣️ Intercity Dublin → Cork 260km · M8
✅ Single charge — 78km remaining
🛤️ Intercity Dublin → Galway 220km · M6
✅ Single charge — 118km remaining
🏘️ Commuter route (Cork suburbs) 120km · Daily return
✅ Single charge — 218km remaining
🏫 School bus daily route 60km · /day
✅ Single charge — 278km remaining
🌙 Night service depot return 150km · Overnight
✅ Possible on one charge

Based on ~338km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the StreetDeck Electroliner right for you?

City circular route (200km/day)✅ Single charge
Intercity service✅ Direct route possible
Passenger capacity✅ 70 seats
SEAI / NTA grant eligible✅ €20,000 grant
Depot overnight charging✅ 50kW+ DC recommended
Fleet procurement (public sector)✅ Suitable
Motor tax€1076/yr
💡 Best for: Dublin Bus and Bus Éireann double-deck routes.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~60h
🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%)~40h
🏢 22kW AC (0–100%)~20h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~370min
🚀 380kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%)~49min
Connectors (DC)CCS
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: Wrightbus StreetDeck and GB Kite Electroliner buses use CCS Combo 2 for DC charging — compatible with all major Irish commercial charging infrastructure.

Wrightbus electric buses are designed for overnight depot charging on 50–150kW DC infrastructure. Wrightbus is a Northern Ireland bus manufacturer with a strong NTA relationship — the StreetDeck Electroliner is part of the NTA's 800-bus electric fleet order.

📐 Dimensions & cargo

Length10,600 mm
Width2,550 mm
Height4,380 mm
TowingNot rated
Seats70
Battery warranty8 years / 600,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 8 years / 600,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — Wrightbus StreetDeck Electroliner Double Deck BEV

The Wrightbus StreetDeck Electroliner Double Deck BEV has an Irish list price of €520,000 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Bus Grant of €20,000, the net cost is approximately €500,000. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Wrightbus StreetDeck Electroliner Double Deck BEV has a WLTP official range of 440km. In real-world Irish conditions — stop-start delivery routes, cold mornings and motorway runs with payload — expect approximately 338km per charge. This is sufficient for Dublin to Cork (260km) on a single charge.
The Wrightbus StreetDeck Electroliner Double Deck BEV 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 Wrightbus StreetDeck Electroliner Double Deck BEV has a WLTP range of 440km and an estimated operational range of 338km 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 Wrightbus StreetDeck Electroliner Double Deck BEV supports up to 380kW 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 20 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.
Wrightbus (Wrightbus Ltd) is a bus body manufacturer based in Ballymena, Northern Ireland. The company produces the StreetDeck Electroliner (double-deck) and GB Kite Electroliner (single-deck) for public transport operators. Wrightbus is a key supplier to the NTA's electric bus fleet expansion, with a large order for Dublin Bus and other Irish operators.
The Wrightbus StreetDeck Electroliner Double Deck BEV supports up to 380kW DC and 22kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 60 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 370 minutes. At the maximum 380kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 49 minutes.
The Wrightbus StreetDeck Electroliner Double Deck BEV 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 Wrightbus StreetDeck Electroliner Double Deck BEV is €1076 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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