Breaking Down the Costs: Petrol Vans vs Electric Vans

05 Dec 2025


As fuel prices continue to rise in Singapore, more businesses are exploring electric options for their delivery fleets. The choice between a petrol van and an electric van is no longer just about environmental impact – it’s also about cost savings. Here’s a detailed cost comparison based on real-world data for the Linxys G100R and Linxys Piccolo electric vans, compared with traditional diesel and petrol vans.

1. Fuel & Energy Consumption

Linxys G100R:

• Energy Consumption: 41.86 kWh per 212 km

• Charging Costs: S$0.55/kWh (AC), S$0.60/kWh (DC)

• Average Daily Mileage: 252 km


Linxys Piccolo:

• Energy Consumption: 30 kWh per 212 km

• Charging Costs: Same as G100R

• Average Daily Mileage: 212 km


Diesel Vans:

• Consumption: 16.5L – 20.79L per 212 km

• Fuel Cost: S$2.64/L


Petrol Vans:

• Consumption: 21.4L – 27L per 212 km

• Fuel Cost: S$2.86/L

2. Daily Fuel Costs – Big Difference in Savings

• Linxys G100R EV: S$24.07

• Linxys Piccolo EV: S$17.25

• Diesel Van: S$36.81 – S$54.88

• Petrol Van: S$51.79 – S$77.22

Even before factoring in lower maintenance costs, EVs clearly have the edge.


3. Annual Cost Comparison

• Linxys G100R EVS: $8,785.55

• Linxys Piccolo EV: S$6,296.25

• Diesel Van: S$13,435.65 – S$20,031.20

• Petrol Van: S$22,339.46 – S$28,185.30

Annual savings can exceed S$20,000 when switching from a petrol van to the right electric van model. For businesses managing a large commercial fleet, this adds up to significant long-term savings.

4. Why Electric Vans Make Sense for Businesses in Singapore

• Lower Operating Costs: Charging is cheaper than refuelling petrol or diesel.

• Ideal for Urban Routes: Perfect van for delivery services with predictable daily mileage.

• Sustainability Benefits: Aligns with Singapore’s push for greener transport.

• Government Incentives: Schemes like the Commercial Vehicle Emissions Scheme (CVES) further lower costs.

For businesses that need a commercial vehicle in Singapore, the Linxys G100R offers higher mileage for long routes, while the Linxys Piccolo is a compact option ideal for urban cargo vans and last-mile delivery.

Where to Buy the Linxys?

Looking for a commercial vehicle for sale in Singapore? The Linxys EV Vans are available now through CarTimes Commercial, the only authorized dealer of Linxys electric commercial vehicles in Singapore.

📍 Showroom: CarTimes Automobile @ ONE 1 Jln Lam Huat, #01-01/02/03A, Singapore 737659

📞 Product Specialist: wa.me/6597771312

🌐Explore the Linxys Commercial EV range today: cartimes.com.sg/linxys-commercial-ev

Switching to an electric commercial van isn’t just about going green – it’s a financially smart move. Lower energy costs, reduced maintenance, and potential government rebates make EVs the smarter choice for modern logistics. Whether you’re a small business owner or managing a commercial fleet solution, the numbers speak for themselves: petrol is costing you more than you think.

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