USA EV Comparison: Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh vs Ford e-Tourneo Courier Base
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General Info
While the Ford e-Tourneo Courier (2024-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. The Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh (2021-2024) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: Minivan.
| Property | Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh | Ford e-Tourneo Courier Base |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Spain | Romania |
| Body Style | Minivan | Minivan |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 5.8 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh (2021-2024) has a larger battery, the Ford e-Tourneo Courier (2024-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh | Ford e-Tourneo Courier Base |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 177 mi | 179 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 145 mi | 150 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 50 kWh | 54 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 46.3 kWh | 43.6 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 31.9 kWh/100 mi | 29.1 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.13 mi/kWh | 3.44 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.4 | 5.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 100 kW.
The Ford e-Tourneo Courier (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh (2021-2024) is limited to 7.4 kW.
| Property | Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh | Ford e-Tourneo Courier Base |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 5.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Ford e-Tourneo Courier (2024-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh | Ford e-Tourneo Courier Base |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 192 lb-ft | 214 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 11.3 s | 10.6 s |
| Top Speed | 84 mph | 90 mph |
| Performance Score | 2.2 | 2.5 |
Dimensions
The Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh (2021-2024) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Ford e-Tourneo Courier (2024-…).
The Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh (2021-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh | Ford e-Tourneo Courier Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 173.3 in | 170.7 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 83 in | 81.7 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 75.6 in | 73.9 in |
| Height | 72.5 in | 71.5 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.6 in | 106 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh (2021-2024) features a larger trunk, but the Ford e-Tourneo Courier (2024-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Ford e-Tourneo Courier (2024-…), but the Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh (2021-2024) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1653 lb).
| Property | Opel Combo Electric Life 50 kWh | Ford e-Tourneo Courier Base |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5, 7 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3834 lb | 3638 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 20.2 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 75.1 ft3 | 76.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1.6 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 1653 lb | 1653 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.5 | 7.6 |
