Buying an electric van: prices, range and warranty
The mid-size electric panel vans compared here start at €39,000 to €49,000 net. The AUTO CHINA VAN™ KUBIK7™ sits below that at €26,900 net. Beyond price, what matters is real range, top speed, warranty and the service network.
Three electric vans compared
The table shows only figures we could check in the sources named. Discounts and dealer offers can narrow the price gaps.
| Model | Net price from | Cargo | Payload | Range | Vehicle warranty | Battery warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUTO CHINA VAN KUBIK7 | €26,900 | 6.9 m³ | 1,200 kg | 240 km WLTP | 3 yr / 60,000 km | 5 yr / 120,000 km |
| Maxus eDeliver 5 (L1) | €38,990 | 6.6 m³ | 1,125 kg | up to 335 km WLTP | 5 yr / 100,000 km | 8 yr / 200,000 km |
| Ford E-Transit Custom 320 L1 | €48,700 | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Sources, read on 4 Nov 2026: maxus.de (eDeliver 5), ford-koegler.de (dealer price list, E-Transit Custom). n/a = not stated in the source.
Range and charging: CLTC is not WLTP
China's CLTC cycle usually reads higher than the European WLTP figure, so never compare the two directly. For the KUBIK7 the WLTP figure applies: 240 km combined and 209 km on the city cycle.
The KUBIK7 uses 23.6 kWh/100 km on WLTP from a 50.38 kWh battery. Expect less range in winter or at full load. DC charging over CCS from 20 to 80 % takes about 45 minutes; AC charging runs at up to 6.6 kW.
On energy cost the electric van clearly wins: about €0.06/km on commercial power against about €0.18/km on diesel (October 2026 prices). The calculator on the vehicle page works it out with your own figures.
Warranty: what fleets should check
The number of years alone is not enough. Check these points before you buy:
- Period and distance limit, separately for vehicle and battery. Whichever comes first usually applies.
- The remaining capacity at which the battery counts as a warranty claim.
- Whether commercial use and high mileage are expressly covered.
- Who the warrantor is, where the workshops are and how fast parts arrive.
The KUBIK7 has 3 years or 60,000 km on vehicle, drive and high-voltage components, and 5 years or 120,000 km on the battery. The warrantor is Auto China GmbH. Some rivals offer longer periods, so weigh the KUBIK7 price advantage against the warranty.
Tax in Germany: 75 % write-off and vehicle tax
For new electric vehicles held as business assets and acquired from July 2025 to December 2027, German § 7 (2a) EStG allows declining depreciation: 75 % in year one, then 10, 5, 5, 3 and 2 %. It cannot be combined with a special depreciation allowance. Have your tax adviser confirm how it applies to your vehicle.
Battery-electric vehicles first registered up to 2030 are exempt from German vehicle tax, until 31 December 2035 at the latest.
Who the KUBIK7 suits, and who it does not
- Trades, delivery services and fleets in urban and regional work
- Fixed routes with depot charging
- Companies keeping the purchase price low
- Regular motorway runs: top speed 80 km/h
- Towing: no trailer load approved
- Routes that reliably exceed 200 km per charge
Common questions
How much does an electric van cost?
The KUBIK7 costs €26,900 net. The Maxus eDeliver 5 starts at €38,990 net, and the Ford E-Transit Custom at €48,700 net on a dealer price list.
How much range does a trade van need?
It depends on your routes. Check your longest daily distance in winter at full load, and plan in a reserve.
Is a category B licence enough?
Yes, up to 3.5 t gross vehicle weight. The KUBIK7 is 3,060 kg.
What battery warranty is usual?
It varies by maker. The Maxus eDeliver 5 has 8 years or 200,000 km, the KUBIK7 5 years or 120,000 km. Compare the guaranteed remaining capacity too.