LDV eDeliver 5: WA's Cheapest Electric Van Arrives July 2026

With fuel prices at the bowser stubbornly high across Perth and regional WA, LDV has pulled forward the Australian launch of its eDeliver 5 electric van — and the pricing is hard to ignore.

ABN holders can get into the short-wheelbase variant from **$47,990 drive-away** as an introductory offer, available until 31 July 2026 while stocks last. The long-wheelbase steps up to **$52,990 drive-away**, with the high-roof option adding another $2,000. That puts it below some of its diesel rivals — including the Ford Transit Custom and Toyota HiAce — which is a meaningful number for WA small business owners watching their running costs.

What You're Getting for the Money

The eDeliver 5 runs a single electric motor producing **120kW and 240Nm**, drawing from a **64kWh battery** for a WLTP range of up to **335km** depending on variant. For Perth metro tradies doing runs between job sites in the northern or southern suburbs, that's a comfortable daily figure. For anyone venturing further — say, down to Mandurah or out toward the Hills — you'll want to plan around charging stops.

DC fast charging from 20 to 80 per cent takes **36 minutes**, which is reasonable for a work van. There's also **vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability up to 6.6kW**, meaning you can run power tools directly from the van on site — a genuinely useful feature for electricians, plumbers, and builders working in areas where a power source isn't guaranteed.

Payload comes in at up to **1,265kg**, with dual sliding side doors and rear barn doors as standard. The high-roof long-wheelbase tops out at **8.7 cubic metres** of cargo space. Inside, there's a **12.3-inch central touchscreen** and **7.0-inch digital driver display**, with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard — not features you'd normally expect at this price point.

How It Stacks Up for WA Buyers

The main electric van competition right now is the **Volkswagen ID. Buzz Cargo**, which carries a significantly higher price tag. The eDeliver 5 undercuts it considerably, making LDV the more accessible entry point into electric commercial vans for WA businesses looking to reduce fuel spend without a massive capital outlay.

LDV has been upfront that **initial stock will be limited** due to the accelerated launch timeline, but deliveries are expected to begin from **July 2026**. Expressions of interest are open now, so if you're serious, registering early is the smart move given the constrained supply.

The van comes with a **five-year/160,000km manufacturer's warranty** and an **eight-year/250,000km battery warranty** — solid coverage that reflects the brand's confidence in the drivetrain.

For WA tradies and small fleet operators tired of watching diesel costs eat into margins, the eDeliver 5 makes a credible case — especially at this introductory price point. Safety specifications are still to be confirmed by LDV Australia, so keep that in mind before signing anything.