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Ford E-Transit Cargo Van vs Rivian Delivery 500 (EDV 500)
MODEL
| Models | Ford E-Transit Cargo Van Rivian Delivery 500 (EDV 500) |
LAUNCH
| Announced | November 12, 2020 2020 (initial reveal for Amazon) |
| Status | In production and on sale. In production; commercially available since late 2023 |
| Base Price | Starting at around $51,000 (MSRP for the 2025 model year). Price varies significantly based on configuration, roof height, and options ~$79,900 (fleet/commercial pricing; subject to volume and incentives) |
PERFORMANCE
| Power | 266 HP (198 kW) from a rear-wheel-drive electric motor Single-motor, Front-Wheel Drive (FWD), ~320 hp (238 kW) |
| Torque | 317 lb-ft (430 Nm) ~299 lb-ft (405 Nm) |
| Acceleration The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. | ~14 seconds (0–60 mph; estimated) |
| Max Speed | Governed at a top speed of 75 mph ~65–75 mph (electronically limited; varies by fleet config) |
BATTERY
| Capacity | 68 kWh (usable capacity). A larger 89 kWh battery is available in some markets. ~135 kWh (approximate; not officially published) |
| Tech | Lithium-ion, single-pack battery located under the body to preserve cargo space. Lithium Iron Phosphate (LFP) |
| Range | EPA-estimated range is approximately 126 miles for the low-roof model ~161 miles (EPA estimated) |
| Consumption | ~44 kWh/100 mi (real-world est.) |
| Recuperation | regenerative braking Regenerative braking with selectable levels |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging | Level 2 (240V, 48A): Approximately 8 hours (0-100%). Up to 11.5 kW (typical depot charging; ~10–12 hours full charge) |
| DC Charging | DC Fast Charging (115 kW): Charges from 15% to 80% in about 34 minutes Up to 100 kW (CCS; ~30–45 min to 80%) |
| Others | Includes a standard Mobile Power Cord (120V/240V) Compatible with Rivian commercial chargers and standard CCS networks |
BODY
| Type | 2-door cargo van with 2 seats. Electric Panel Van (Cargo Van) |
| Platform | Shares its platform with the gas-powered Ford Transit. Rivian RCV (Commercial Van Skateboard Platform) |
| Dimensions |
Varies by configuration (Low, Medium, and High roof; Regular, Long, and Extended length).
Length: 248.5 in (6,311 mm) Height: ~108 in (varies slightly by config) Width: ~88 in (with mirrors) |
| Wheelbase | Available in 130-inch and 148-inch wheelbases 157.5 in (4,000 mm) |
| Weight |
GVWR: ~9,000 lbs Payload: ~2,734 lbs (1,240 kg) |
| Suspension |
Independent MacPherson-strut front suspension and a redesigned independent rear suspension
Front: Independent MacPherson strut Rear: Multi-link |
| Wheels | 16-inch steel wheels 16" steel wheels with commercial tires |
| Trunk/Boot |
Cargo Volume: ~487 cubic feet Rear roll-up cargo door, flat cargo floor |
| Frunk/Bonnet | None |
| Towing | None |
| Others |
Sliding curbside door Integrated rear-step and low cargo floor Automatic rear bulkhead door |
DISPLAYS
| Centre | A standard 12-inch touchscreen with SYNC 4 infotainment system 15.6" central touchscreen (fleet UI, navigation, vehicle controls) |
| Driver's Display | A standard analog cluster with a digital screen for vehicle information. 12.3" digital cluster |
| Head-Up | Not available |
| Others | Reverse camera and 360° surround view on center screen |
COMFORT
| Seats | Cloth front bucket seats with manual adjustment. 1 or 2 seats (driver + optional passenger); heated & ventilated, ergonomic |
| Roof | Fixed metal roof; no sunroof or skylight |
| Parking Aids | Standard features include a rearview camera. Available options include a 360-degree camera and Reverse Brake Assist 360° camera, front & rear sensors, automatic bulkhead |
| Connectivity |
FordPass Connect 4G Mobile Hotspot, Bluetooth, dual USB ports, and wireless smartphone integration
LTE GPS Bluetooth Over-the-air updates Fleet telematics integration |
| Others |
Powered doors Keyless entry/start Heated windshield |
SAFETY
| Airbags | Driver and passenger front and side airbags, and Safety Canopy® side-curtain airbags Dual front airbags |
| Driving Aids |
Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane-Keeping System, and Post-Collision Braking, Intelligent Adaptive Cruise Control, Blind Spot Information System (BLIS) with Cross-Traffic Alert, and Intersection Assist.
Lane Keeping Assist Forward Collision Warning with Auto Braking Blind Spot Monitoring Cross-Traffic Alert Adaptive Cruise Control |
| Self Driving | No hands-free or autonomous system (Level 2 assist features only) |
| Crash Tests | The van has been awarded the Euro NCAP Gold Award for its safety systems |
Note
| Others |
Originally exclusive to Amazon; now open to all commercial fleet buyers Designed for high-efficiency last-mile logistics Customizable fleet telematics software Built in Rivian’s Illinois facility |
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