Making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Volkswagen e-Caravelle L2 64 kWh 210 kW was announced in 2025. It is powered by a 63.8 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 245 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Rear-Wheel Drive 210 kW (286 hp), enabling an acceleration of 7.4 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 150 km/h (93 mph). Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 80000 USD.
Shifting focus to the alternative, making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Citroen e-C3 Aircross was announced in 2024. At its core, it features a 44 kWh usable battery, delivering an estimated range of 306 km. The powertrain configuration delivers Front-wheel drive 83 kW (113 hp), enabling an acceleration of 12.9 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 145 km/h (90 mph). This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 26000 USD.
| Volkswagen e-Caravelle L2 64 kWh 210 kW Remove | Citroen e-C3 Aircross Remove | |
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Launch
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| Announced | 2025 | 2024 |
| Release date | 2025 | 2025 |
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Performance
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| Power | Rear-Wheel Drive 210 kW (286 hp) | Front-wheel drive 83 kW (113 hp) |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 125 Nm (92 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 7.4 sec 0-100 km/h | 12.9 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 150 km/h (93 mph) | 145 km/h (90 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 63.8 kWh usable | 44 kWh usable |
| Battery type | Lithium-ion NCM (400V type) | Air-cooled Li-ion LFP battery (400V type) |
| Driving range | 245 km | 306 km |
| Consumption | 26.0 kWh/100 km | 18.1 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | No |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW | Type 2 7 kW, 20-80% in 4 hours 10 min ---- Type 2 11 kW, 20-80% in 2 hours 50 min |
| Charging station | DC Fast Charge 125 kW | CCS 100 kW max, 20-80% in 26 min |
| Additional | CCS 125 kW max | - |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door, Passenger Van, 9 seats | 5 door hatchback, 5/7 seats |
| Dimensions | 5450 x 1999 x 1968 mm (214.6 x 78.7 x 77.5 in) | 4395 x 1795 x 1660 mm (173.0 x 70.7 x 65.4 in) |
| Weight | 2493 kg unladen | 1504 kg unladen, 2030 kg gross |
| Wheels size | - | R16, R17 |
| Trunk volume | 1000 l, 5490 l max | 330 l, 1600 l max |
| Front trunk | No | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | - | 10.25" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | - | Yes |
| Head-up display | - | Yes |
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Comfort
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| Seats | - | Heated front seats |
| Roof | - | No glass roof |
| Parking aids | - | Front and rear sensors, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | - | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
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Safety
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| Airbags | - | 6 airbags: side airbags, front, head airbag system |
| Driving aids | - | Front/rear cameras. Active Lane Keeping Assist, Active Safety Brake, Driver Attention Alert, High Beam Assist, Speed sign recognition, Blind spot detection |
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Misc
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| Price | 80000 USD | 26000 USD |