Into the Hydrogen-Based Future Now, with Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN

• First customer: Miele will operate zero-emissions transporter
• For fleet use: Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN fuel cell electric vehicle
• Time-saving: 3-minute refuelling for more than 400 km range (WLTP 1)
• No compromises: Up to 6.1 m3 of cargo volume and 1,000 kg payload
• Pioneer: Stellantis first to put hydrogen LCVs onto the road
• Made in Germany: Series-production at Opel HQ in Rüsselsheim

Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN

First hydrogen transporter from a vehicle manufacturer is ready to go. First Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN off the production line will begin its emissions-free work in the fleet of the German manufacturer of premium domestic appliances, Miele. Hydrogen fuel cell vehicle from the brand with the Blitz will perform daily field service in the Rhine-Main region. Opel CEO Uwe Hochgeschurtz and Head of Development Marcus Lott were present at the start of production in Rüsselsheim.

Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN

“With the new Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN we are opening the next chapter in our sustainable mobility offensive. Clever concept combines the advantages of hydrogen fuel cell propulsion with the versatility and capabilities of our best-selling light commercial vehicle,” said Opel CEO Uwe Hochgeschurtz at Opel's headquarters in Rüsselsheim.

Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN: Head of Development Marcus Lott & Opel CEO Uwe Hochgeschurtz 

Head of Development Marcus Lott added: “New Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN perfectly meets the requirements of fleet customers. Hydrogen van is the ideal solution for driving long distances with zero emissions as well as for transporting larger loads without losing time while charging the batteries. Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN leads zero-emissions mobility into the future, especially for commercial use.”

Clever concept: Long driving range, zero emissions, quick refuelling

Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN is based on the existing battery electric Opel Vivaro-e, the “2021 International Van of the Year”. With full tanks of hydrogen, driving range is more than 400 kilometres (WLTP 1). The 45 kW fuel cell is capable of generating enough power for continuous highway driving. It takes only three minutes to refuel with hydrogen – about the same time needed to fill up a conventional diesel or petrol vehicle.

Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN: With full tanks of hydrogen, driving range is more than 400 kilometres

The 10.5 kWh lithium-ion battery provides dynamic peak power when required, for example, at start-up and under acceleration. Since the battery covers power needs in such situations, the fuel cell can run at optimum operating conditions. Battery also enables regenerative braking, while the plug-in capability offers the opportunity to recharge the battery externally if necessary, e.g. at a charging station, providing 50 km of pure battery electric range. Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN features a three-phase on-board charger (11 kW) and a mode 2 charging cable as standard.

Thanks to smart packaging, Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN demands no compromises on space compared to the combustion engine versions, offering up to 5.3 or 6.1 cubic metres of cargo volume. Fuel cell electric LCV is available in lengths M and L (4.95 and 5.30 metres) with up to 1,000 kilogrammes of payload.

Like its battery-electric sibling and those with internal combustion engines, Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN offers an unusually wide range of driver assistance systems that enhance safety. The equipment includes a 180-degree panorama rear view camera, blind-spot alert and front/rear park pilot.

Multimedia Navi Pro infotainment system operates via voice recognition or colour touchscreen and is compatible with both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Navigation system offers maps for Europe, dynamic route guidance and TMC. Users can also cool or heat the vehicle during recharging via “OpelConnect” and programme charging times with the “myOpel” app.

New Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN benefits from more than 20 years of experience in the development of hydrogen fuel cell vehicles at Opel and Stellantis. Production takes place at Opel Special Vehicles (OSV) in Rüsselsheim. With the new Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN, Opel is continuing its electrification offensive. Customers have choice of selecting drive concept in the Opel LCV portfolio that suits their application. Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN complements the Combo-e, Vivaro-e and Movano-e battery-electric vans that are already available to order.

Opel Vivaro-e HYDROGEN

[1] Range determined according to WLTP test procedure methodology (R (EC) No. 715/2007, R (EU) No. 2017/1151). Actual range can vary under everyday conditions and depends on various factors, in particular on personal driving style, route characteristics, outside temperature, use of heating and air conditioning and thermal preconditioning.