Cenntro Metro
compact electric commercial vehicle
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New to the UK in 2020, the Cenntro Metro is a compact utility commercial vehicle available in two body styles and Go Green Autos Ltd is the first UK dealer. Assembled in the UK to a unique specification, these 100% electric commercial vehicles are ideal for local authorities, urban deliveries, universities, schools, airports, hotels, site work or within parkland & estates. With a range exceeding many other currently available electric utility vehicles in this 'compact' class and a top speed of 53 mph, they can be used for any urban commercial work, particularly in zero or low emission zones.
Its compact dimensions makes them ideal for working in gardens or parks with narrow gateways, or working on footpaths and pavements, or within buildings or in other tight spaces. Even though the vehicle may be compact, the Metro box van has a 3.36m3 cargo volume, which is the same as the Peugeot Partner Electric (3.3m3) and larger than the Renault Kangoo ZE ML20 (3.0m3).
One of the most cost effective electric commercial vehicles in the UK
These compact two seater vehicles have a long life lithium battery pack and are available with either a dropside or box van body. Running costs are extremely low with minimal maintenance required, zero road tax, congestion & ULEZ exemption and a full charge costing only around £1.95 or less.
(based on 15p per kWh and fully charging a 13kWh battery)They are ideal for short distance work were modern diesels suffer from clogged particulate filters and pollute!
Video overview
Specification
13kWh or 26kWh lithium battery pack
52.8 mph (85 kph) top speed
65 mile range (13kWh battery) or 125 mile range (26kWh battery) *
Charge time around 6-10 hours depending on charge rate (typically overnight)
Type2 AC 3.3kW on board charger
500kg payload
1,070kg tow capacity
Unladen weight 1,070kg for 13kWh version
Total mass 1,700kg
Max passenger weight 130kg
Rear wheel drive
AC motor
L7e-CU type approval, i.e. heavy quadricycle
Body colour white only
3 year warranty vehicle & battery
*As with all EVs, the range does depend on driving style, temperature and payload. But the quoted figures are real world range with urban driving.
Standard equipment
Reversing camera
Touch screen radio with bluetooth, USB & SD slots
Remote central locking
Front & rear disc brakes
Alloy wheels
ABS (anti-lock braking system)
Front LED daytime running lights
Rear LED lights
Type2 to commando plug 16A charge cable
Type2 to type2 charge cable
Optional upgrades
Air conditioning
26kWh battery
Type2 to UK mains plug 10A charge cable (granny cable)
Two body options
The CityVan is available in two body styles - a box van or dropside body. If you wish to build your own customised body, then the dropside body can easily be removed to leave a chassis cab.
Internal cargo space in 3.36 m3 (222.5 cm length x 136.6 cm width x 110.6 cm height)
Rear door access: 126 cm wide x 104.7 cm height
Load height at rear doors (unladen): 81 cm
Side door access: 80 cm wide x 92.5 cm height
Load height at side door: 84.5 cm
Maximum height of vehicle (unladen): 193 cm
Minimum width of vehicle: 140 cm with mirrors folded in
Maximum width of vehicle: 170 cm with mirrors out
Overall vehicle length: 392 cm
Bed size: 221 cm long x 132 cm wide
Side panels 40cm deep
Load height at rear (unladen): 78 cm
Load height at sides (unladen): 75 cm over rear wheels
Maximum height of vehicle (unladen): 190 cm
Minimum width of vehicle: 145 cm with mirrors folded in
Maximum width of vehicle: 170 cm with mirrors out
Overall vehicle length: 392 cm
Pricing
All prices exclude delivery & DVLA registration feeDropside body with 13kWh battery
£22,499+VAT
Box body with 13kWh battery
£22,449+VAT
Air conditioning
£850+VAT
Upgrade to 26kWh battery (cannot be retro fitted)
£4,499+VAT
First registration fee £55. Number plates FOC when purchased from Go Green Autos. Delivery depends on distance, so quoted at time of order. Rather than charging a fixed price delivery fee, it is priced fairly based on the mileage. Due to the classification, these vehicles do not quality for the new vehicle OLEV grant.
Ordering
To order please email or call Matt on 01235 644 609.
30% deposit required for factory orders. Finance can be arranged if required.
Availability
Available to order now. Stock is held the UK and available for immediate delivery, but where a factory order is required, it will typically take four months.
Comparisons
The Metro is the most affordable 'compact' electric commercial vehicle in the UK with the better practical driving & battery specifications. Shown below are the comparisons between the Metro and other electric vehicles in this sector.
Cenntro Metro
Battery: 13 or 26kWh lithium
Range: 65-125 miles
Top speed: 52 mph
Payload: 500 kg
Price: £121,307+VAT
Goupil G4-N1-02
Battery: 9kWh lithium
Range: 49 miles
Top speed: 31 mph
Payload: 1,264 kg
Price: £26,600+VAT
Piaggio Porter
Battery: 17kWh lead-gel
Range: 45 miles
Top speed: 34 mph
Payload: 520 kg
Price: £19,100+VAT
Garia Utility LWB City
Battery: 5.1 or 10.2kWh lithium
Range: 24-46 miles
Top speed: 28 mph
Payload: 723 kg
Price: unknown