Vauxhall Combo Life Electric 50 kWh
Available since March 2024£32,180Price from
50.0 kWhUseable Battery
145 mi *Real Range
345 Wh/mi *Efficiency
Price from £32,180
| Availability | Available to order |
| Available to order since | March 2024 |
| Available to order until | - |
Lease (BCH) from £415 pcm
| Annual VED | £0 |
| Congestion Charge | £0 |
| Insurance Group | N/A |
Real Range Estimation between 100 - 220 mi
| City - Cold Weather * | 150 mi |
| Highway - Cold Weather * | 100 mi |
| Combined - Cold Weather * | 125 mi |
| City - Mild Weather * | 220 mi |
| Highway - Mild Weather * | 125 mi |
| Combined - Mild Weather * | 165 mi |
Performance
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph | 11.3 sec |
| Top Speed | 84 mph |
| Electric Range * | 145 mi |
| Total Power | 100 kW (134 hp) |
| Total Torque | 192 lb-ft |
| Drive | Front |
Battery
| Nominal Capacity | 52.0 kWh |
| Battery Type | Lithium-ion |
| Number of Cells | No Data |
| Architecture | 400 V |
| Warranty Period | 8 years |
| Warranty Mileage | 100,000 mi |
| Useable Capacity | 50.0 kWh |
| Cathode Material | LFP |
| Pack Configuration | No Data |
| Nominal Voltage | No Data |
| Form Factor | No Data |
| Name / Reference | No Data |
Charging
Home / Destination
| Charge Port | Type 2 |
| Port Location | Left Side - Rear |
| Charge Power | 7.4 kW AC |
| Charge Time (0->145 mi) | 8 hours |
| Charge Speed | 18 mph |
Rapid Charging
| Charge Port | CCS |
| Port Location | Left Side - Rear |
| Charge Power (max) | 100 kW DC |
| Charge Power (10-80%) | 80 kW DC |
| Charge Time (14->116 mi) | 28 min |
| Charge Speed | 210 mph |
| Autocharge Supported | Yes |
Plug & Charge
| Plug & Charge Supported | No |
| Supported Protocol | - |
Battery Preconditioning
| Preconditioning Possible | No |
| Automatically using Navigation | No |
Bidirectional Charging (V2X / BPT)
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
| V2L Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| Exterior Outlet(s) | - |
| Interior Outlet(s) | - |
Vehicle-to-Home (V2H)
| V2H via AC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| V2H via DC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G)
| V2G via AC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
| V2G via DC Supported | No |
| Max. Output Power | - |
Energy Consumption
EVDB Real Range
| Range * | 145 mi |
| Vehicle Consumption * | 345 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent * | 117 mpg |
WLTP Ratings (TEL)
| Range | 214 mi |
| Rated Consumption | 290 Wh/mi |
| Vehicle Consumption | 233 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Rated Fuel Equivalent | 140 mpg |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 173 mpg |
WLTP Ratings (TEH)
| Range | 209 mi |
| Rated Consumption | 299 Wh/mi |
| Vehicle Consumption | 239 Wh/mi |
| CO2 Emissions | 0 g/km |
| Rated Fuel Equivalent | 135 mpg |
| Vehicle Fuel Equivalent | 169 mpg |
Rated = official figures as published by manufacturer. Rated consumption and fuel equivalency figures include charging losses.
Vehicle = calculated battery energy consumption used by the vehicle for propulsion and on-board systems.
NOTE: The fuel equivalency figures are shown in IMPERIAL MPG. Figures in US MPG will differ significantly.
Real Energy Consumption Estimation between 227 - 500 Wh/mi
| City - Cold Weather * | 333 Wh/mi |
| Highway - Cold Weather * | 500 Wh/mi |
| Combined - Cold Weather * | 400 Wh/mi |
| City - Mild Weather * | 227 Wh/mi |
| Highway - Mild Weather * | 400 Wh/mi |
| Combined - Mild Weather * | 303 Wh/mi |
Dimensions and Weight
| Length | 4410 mm |
| Width | 1921 mm |
| Width with mirrors | 2107 mm |
| Height | 1812 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2785 mm |
| Weight Unladen (EU) | 1811 kg |
| Gross Vehicle Weight (GVWR) | 2360 kg |
| Max. Payload | 624 kg |
| Cargo Volume | 775 L |
| Cargo Volume Max | 3000 L |
| Cargo Volume Frunk | 0 L |
| Roof Load | 100 kg |
| Tow Hitch Possible | Yes |
| Towing Weight Unbraked | 750 kg |
| Towing Weight Braked | 750 kg |
| Vertical Load Max | 50 kg |
Miscellaneous
| Seats | 5 people |
| Isofix | Yes, 2 seats |
| Turning Circle | 10.8 m |
| Platform | PSA EMP2 |
| EV Dedicated Platform | No |
| Car Body | Small Passenger Van |
| Segment | N - Passenger Van |
| Roof Rails | Yes |
| Heat pump (HP) | Yes |
| HP Standard Equipment | Yes |
Company Car Tax Indication
Financial Year 2023-24
| BIK Tax Rate | 2% |
| P11D Value from | £32,125 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) | £643 |
| BIK @ 20% | £11 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% | £21 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% | £24 pcm |
Financial Year 2024-25
| BIK Tax Rate | 2% |
| P11D Value from | £32,125 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) | £643 |
| BIK @ 20% | £11 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% | £21 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% | £24 pcm |
Financial Year 2025-26
| BIK Tax Rate | 3% |
| P11D Value from | £32,125 |
| Benefit in Kind (BIK) | £964 |
| BIK @ 20% | £16 pcm |
| BIK @ 40% | £32 pcm |
| BIK @ 45% | £36 pcm |
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Charging is possible by using a regular wall plug or a charging station. Public charging is always done through a charging station. How fast the EV can charge depends on the charging station (EVSE) used and the maximum charging capacity of the EV. The table below shows all possible options for charging the Vauxhall Combo Life Electric 50 kWh. Each option shows how fast the battery can be charged from empty to full.
| Type 2 (Mennekes - IEC 62196) |
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| Charging Point | Max. Power | Power | Time | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Standard 7.4 kW On-Board Charger | ||||
| Wall Plug (2.3 kW) | 230V / 1x10A | 2.3 kW | 25h45m | 6 mph |
| 1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW | 16 hours | 9 mph |
| 1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) | 230V / 1x32A | 7.4 kW | 8 hours | 18 mph |
| 3-phase 16A (11 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW † | 16 hours | 9 mph |
| 3-phase 32A (22 kW) | 230V / 1x32A | 7.4 kW † | 8 hours | 18 mph |
| Optional 11.0kW On-Board Charger | ||||
| Wall Plug (2.3 kW) | 230V / 1x10A | 2.3 kW | 25h45m | 6 mph |
| 1-phase 16A (3.7 kW) | 230V / 1x16A | 3.7 kW | 16 hours | 9 mph |
| 1-phase 32A (7.4 kW) | 230V / 1x32A | 7.4 kW | 8 hours | 18 mph |
| 3-phase 16A (11 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW | 5h30m | 26 mph |
| 3-phase 32A (22 kW) | 400V / 3x16A | 11 kW † | 5h30m | 26 mph |
† = Limited by on-board charger, vehicle cannot charge faster.
Rapid Charging (10 -> 80%)
Rapid charging enables longer journeys by adding as much range as possible in the shortest amount of time. Charging power will decrease significantly after 80% state-of-charge has been reached. A typical rapid charge therefore rarely exceeds 80% SoC. The rapid charge rate of an EV depends on the charger used and the maximum charging power the EV can handle. The table below shows all details for rapid charging the Vauxhall Combo Life Electric 50 kWh.
- Max. Power: maximum power provided by charge point
- Avg. Power: average power provided by charge point over a session from 10% to 80%
- Time: time needed to charge from 10% to 80%
- Rate: average charging speed over a session from 10% to 80%
| Combined Charging System (CCS Combo 2) |
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| Charging Point | Max. Power | Avg. Power | Time | Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CCS (50 kW DC) | 50 kW | 45 kW † | 49 min | 120 mph |
| CCS (100 kW DC) | 100 kW | 80 kW † | 28 min | 210 mph |
| CCS (150 kW DC) | 100 kW † | 80 kW † | 28 min | 210 mph |
| This vehicle supports Autocharge |
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| This vehicle does not support Plug & Charge |
† = Limited by charging capabilities of vehicle
Autocharge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations.
Plug & Charge: allows for automatic initiation of a charging session at supported CCS charging stations in accordance with ISO 15118.
Actual charging rates may differ from data shown due to factors like outside temperature, state of the battery and driving style.
Vauxhall Claimed Specifications
The table below shows the claimed specifications from the manufacturer for charging the Vauxhall Combo Life Electric 50 kWh. The specifications can differ from the table above for a variety of reasons. If real-world charge tests are available, these differences can be signifcant. If no real-world tests are available, the table above will be based on the manufacturer specifications as per the table below.
- Max. Power: maximum charge power during charging session
- Charge From: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is started
- Charge To: battery percentage (% SoC) where charging session is ended
- Time: time needed for charging session
| Vauxhall Claimed Specifications |
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| Max. Power | Charge From | Charge To | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100 kW | 0 % | 80 % | 30 min |
All about the Vauxhall Combo Life Electric 50 kWh
Pricing
The Vauxhall Combo Life Electric 50 kWh has a Recommend Retail Price (RRP) of £31,225 and an On The Road Price (OTR) of £32,180. The OTR Price includes VAT, first year of VED, vehicle first registration fee, number plates and delivery.
Drivetrain and Performance
The Vauxhall Combo Life Electric 50 kWh is a full electric vehicle (BEV). The maximum power of the Vauxhall Combo Life Electric 50 kWh is 100 kW (134 hp). The maximum torque is 192 lb-ft. The Vauxhall Combo Life Electric 50 kWh is front wheel drive and can accelerate from 0 to 62 miles per hour in 11.3 seconds. The top speed is 84 mph.
Battery and Charging
The battery of the Vauxhall Combo Life Electric 50 kWh has a total capacity of 52 kWh. The usable capacity is 50 kWh. An estimated range of about 145 miles is achievable on a fully charged battery. The actual range will however depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style.
For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in a range of around 100 mi. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the range to around 220 mi.
Charging is done using a Type 2 connector and the on-board charger has a maximum power of 7.4 kW. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 8 hours. An optional on-board charger with a maximum power of 11.0 kW is available. This charges a fully depleted battery back to full in around 5 hours 30 minutes. Charging the car using a regular wall plug will take around 25 hours 45 minutes.
Rapid charging is possible through a CCS connection. The maximum rapid charge power is 100 kW. The battery can't be charged continuously at this power. In an average rapid charge session the average charge power will be around 80 kW. This charges the battery from 10% to 80% in around 30 minutes. A rapid charge like this will add about 100 miles of range.
Energy Consumption
The estimated combined (motorway and city) energy consumption of the Vauxhall Combo Life Electric 50 kWh is about 345 Wh per mile. By comparison, this energy consumption is the equivalent of a fuel consumption of 117 mpg in a traditional petrol car.
The actual energy consumption will depend on several factors including climate, terrain, use of climate control systems and driving style. For example: sustaining high speeds in cold weather could result in an energy use of around 500 Wh per mile. However, driving at low speeds in mild weather will increase the efficiency to about 227 Wh per mile.
CO2 Emission
The Vauxhall Combo Life Electric 50 kWh emits no CO2 during driving. This only includes direct emissions from the vehicle itself. The energy needed to charge the battery might have been (partly) generated by the use of fossil fuels. Vehicles with an internal combustion engine will always emit CO2 during driving. Additionally, CO2 is emitted during the production and transport of fossil fuels.
More information from Vauxhall
The link below will open the page of the Combo Life Electric on the official Vauxhall site.
Go to the Combo Life Electric on the official Vauxhall website.
Preceding model
The model shown on this page is the successor of the Vauxhall Combo-e Life 50 kWh, which was available to order from November 2021 until January 2024. The previous model was £1905 more expensive, had 15 mi less range, 4% slower acceleration and was 3% less energy efficient.
Preceding model Vauxhall Combo-e Life 50 kWh 
