Farizon kicks off UK sales with £45k SV electric van

Farizon has now officially launched orders for its new SV electric van with prices starting from £45,000.

The launch is well timed, with the Government announcing the continuation of the plug-in van grant until April 2026. 

Farizon, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Geely Holding Group, China’s largest private vehicle manufacturer which also owns Polestar, Lotus and Volvo.

Farizon has developed the SV for the European market and aims to be a market leader in the UK by the end of the decade.

The UK importer is Jameel Motors Farizon Auto, a new British company that is part of Jameel Motors which has international operations in Turkey, Morocco, Egypt, Algeria, Japan, China and Monaco, where brands it represents include Toyota, Lexus, BYD and MG Motor.

The Chinese brand is building out its UK dealer network, which will consist of a London flagship dealership, operated by Jameel Motors Farizon Auto itself, and a number of regional franchised dealers which already have expertise in selling LCVs.

Former Inchcape executive Tom Carney is leading Farizon sales in the UK as managing director of Jameel Motors Farizon Auto.

The Farison SV

The Farizon SV is a fully electric panel van, which is offered in five sizes and with three battery options.

A single electric powertrain is offered with a maximum power output of 231PS.

A total of eight panel van variants will be offered to UK customers, ranging from L1 H1 (4,990 mm long; 1,980 mm high) through to L3 H3 (5,995 mm long; 2,500 mm high). Payload is up to 1,390Kg, with a load capacity of 6.95 - 13 cubic metres. 

L1 and L2 variants will have 67kWh and 83kWh battery options, while the L3 H3 variant can be equipped with either an 83kWh or a 106kWh battery. Combined WLTP range is between 177 and 247 miles.

The Farizon SV is equipped for DC fast charging at 120kW - 140kW (battery dependant) and has a 2.0-tonne towing capacity.

All models come as standard with automatic headlights with Intelligent High Beam Control, automatic wipers, a 360-degree Surround View camera, heated and ventilated seats, and a heated windscreen.

Also fitted as standard is a payload monitoring system, which uses ride-height sensors used to calibrate the vehicle’s weight. An accurate payload read-out on the LCD driver’s display helps users ensure that they are meeting gross vehicle weight regulations. Overweight loads are alerted to the driver.

Other standard features include a heated multi-function steering wheel, air conditioning, a full-size spare wheel, and a suite of advanced safety and assistance systems.

Farizion SV pricing, range and payload: