The Farizon SV Van is the trailblazer for a new era of commercial vehicles

The Geely-owned Chinese LCV manufacturer, Farizon, has revealed its new electric SV Van.

Farizon was founded in 2016, and is the commercial vehicles division of Geely, which also owns Volvo, Polestar and Lotus. It has built-up a reputation in China for building trucks, LCVs and buses. The firm is being introduced into the UK next year by its distributor, Jameel Motors, who will be launching Farizon to other countries across the globe, too.

The SV Van sits on a bespoke chassis that the company calls its ‘born electric’ modular platform. It benefits from increased cargo space, a better EV range, improved handling and safety.

The van also introduces cell-to-pack technology, which Farizon claims increases battery capacity by 10 per cent, reduces weight by four per cent, and improves body rigidity by 20 per cent.

From launch, there will be a choice of two battery packs. The first is a 67kWh unit and then there’s a large 83kWh battery pack. However, later down the line, the SV Van will be available with 106kWh battery option. Details regarding performance, electric range and charging speeds are yet to be announced.

The exterior design is typical of a van with a tall and boxy look with a slab-sided stance, while the charging flap is located on the offside front wing. The front headlights are positioned above the bonnet and beneath the scuttle panel and you’ll be able to get a choice of three vehicle lengths and three heights in the UK.

Inside, there is a digital driver’s instrument cluster and infotainment screen, while there are physical shortcut buttons for the climate control. There is also a glovebox and in the centre of the dashboard, there are a couple of USB-C charging ports.

Andy Carroll, country manager for Jameel Motors and Farizon Auto, said: ‘Bringing competitive, innovative zero-emission commercial vehicles to the UK will offer a compelling option to businesses and fleets embracing the growing movement to transition to zero-emission commercial vehicles.’

“The Farizon SV was developed for the van users and fleets of today and tomorrow, and several world-first advanced technologies means it offers more cargo space, greater range and a more convenient and comfortable driving experience.”

Prices and full UK specifications will be announced at a later date, alongside order books to open later next year.