The Farizon V7E, Geely's electric van, lands in Europe with up to 475 km of range and a clear goal: to challenge diesel's dominance in light transport. With a cargo capacity of 13 cubic meters and a five-star Euro NCAP rating, this model aims to make its way in a market where fossil fuels still account for 80% of sales.
Electric platform and drive-by-wire technology to maximize space 🚛
The V7E is built on a specific electric platform that incorporates drive-by-wire technology, eliminating mechanical components to gain interior space. Its cargo floor is only 500 mm from the ground, and the absence of a central pillar, along with sliding doors with a 1,100 mm opening on both sides, facilitates operations. Collaboration with Bosch and ZF ensures European-quality components, while the vertical rear doors complete a design tailored for urban logistics.
Diesel doesn't give up, but the V7E sets the bar very low ⚡
With an 80% market share, diesel still feels like the king of the road. But the Farizon V7E arrives with a floor so low (500 mm) that even a supermarket loader could step in without asking permission. That said, we'll have to see if European drivers swap the roar of the engine for the silence of a van that, at least, promises not to leave them stranded before reaching the industrial estate.