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Vauxhall Vivaro Life L Vivaro-e 50 kWh (136 Hp)
Overall Rating
Vauxhall Vivaro:
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Life L Overview:
Vauxhall Vivaro (Life L). Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.1 s). The top speed reaches 130 km/h. A spacious vehicle designed to transport passengers comfortably, often with sliding doors. Seating for 2 makes it ideal for daily use.
Vivaro-e 50 kWh (136 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Offers instant torque characteristic of EVs, providing smooth and responsive acceleration, particularly effective in urban environments.
Fuel Economy
Zero tailpipe emissions and lower running costs per mile, though the 50 kWh battery offers a more limited range suitable for shorter trips.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious and versatile interior with seating for up to nine.
- • Range of efficient diesel engines and an all-electric option.
- • Comfortable ride quality, especially on longer journeys.
- • Practical and robust build quality derived from commercial roots.
- • Good value for money compared to premium rivals.
Cons:
- • Entry-level diesel engines can feel underpowered when fully loaded.
- • Interior materials, while durable, lack the premium feel of some rivals.
- • Road noise can be noticeable at higher speeds.
- • The 50 kWh electric variant has a limited range for longer trips.
- • Automatic transmission can be sluggish with lower power engines.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(-e Life L: 2020 - ).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Vauxhall |
| Model: | Vivaro |
| Generation: | Life L |
| Modification (Engine): | Vivaro-e 50 kWh (136 Hp) |
| Start of production: | October, 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | BEV (Electric Vehicle) |
| Body type: | Minivan |
| Seats: | 2-9 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Electricity |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 130 km/h |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 5306 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1920 mm mm [Same width.] |
| Height: | 1935 mm mm [Same height.] |
| Wheelbase: | 3275 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Width including mirrors: | 2204 mm |
| Front overhang: | 881 mm |
| Rear overhang: | 1153 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 12.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | One electric motor drives the front wheels. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 1 |
| Transmission type | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 304x28 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Disc, 290x12 mm [above average] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Hydraulic Steering |
| Tires size | 215/65 R16; 215/60 R17 |
| Wheel rims size | 16; 17 |
| Electric: | |
|---|---|
| Gross battery capacity: | 50 kWh |
| System power: | 136 Hp |
| All-electric range: | 230 km |
| Electric motor power: | 136 Hp |
| Electric motor Torque: | 260 Nm |
| Average Energy consumption: | 23.0-28.2 kWh/100 km |
| Electric motor location: | Front, Transverse |
| Average Energy consumption (WLTP): | 23.0-28.2 kWh/100 km |
| All-electric range (WLTP): | 230 km |
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