What is the Vauxhall Movano Electric towing capacity, I hear you yelling into the search engine...
Well, you've found the right place to find out as this guide to the towing capacity of the Movano Electric will set the record straight on exactly what the big van can do.
In past, large electric vans haven't always been very good at towing. In fact, many didn't have a towing rating at all. That's changed, though, and now many of the them are capable of towing large weights.
In this guide we'll not only cover the Vauxhall Movano Electric towing capacity, but also the gross train weight and details on the tow bar.
The permitted maximum towing capacity for the Vauxhall Movano Electric is 2400kg for a braked trailer whereas for an unbraked trailer, the E-Boxer towing capacity is 750kg.
The Vauxhall Movano Electric might come in many sizes and gross vehicle weights but there is only one towing capacity for all the models. That makes things a lot easier, because whatever version you have of the Movano Electric you will only be able to tow 2400kg.
Find out the difference between a braked and unbraked trailer.
100% yes, the Proace Max Electric can tow any type of trailer as long as it has the appropraite brakes and does not exceed the masses stated above.
The gross train weight of the Vauxhall Movano Electric is 5500kg or 5.5 tonnes. This is the same GTW for all models in the range including the 3.5 tonne GVW van as well as the 4.25 tonne model.
The Movano electric does not have a tow bar as standard but there is one available from Vauxhall.
Combustion engine vans can have a tow bar fitted for around £500, and the is not difference between the tow bar for the ICE van and the one you will need for an electric model.
You can't just attached a rope and start towing an electric van. Towing really shouldn't be attempted unless you know what you are doing and have the right equipment to do it.
That's because the motors of an electric vehicle cannot be dragged along by an external force, doing so will cause the motors to be destroyed.
However, that doesn't mean you are stuck if your Vauxhall Movano Electric van has broken down. Because it it is front-wheel-drive it is possible to raise the front axle off the ground and tow the van on its rear wheels. This will prevent any damage to the motor.
You cannot winch an electric van like the Movano Electric. That's because, like towing, it will damage the electric motors in the front axle.
Instead you need to either lift the front wheels or have the entire van lifted off the ground by a professional recovery team.
