If you’ve been researching electric vans for campervan conversion, you’ve probably come across several similar-looking vehicles with different names. The Fiat e-Scudo, Citroën ë-Dispatch, Peugeot e-Expert, Vauxhall Vivaro Electric, Toyota Proace Electric… You’re not imagining it. They really are the same van. The Stellantis electric van.
Let us explain…
One Van, Five Badges: The Stellantis Electric Van Explained
This isn’t a secret — it’s called badge engineering, and it’s extremely common in the commercial vehicle world. But if you’re trying to find the right base vehicle for your campervan, understanding how it works can save you money and expand your options significantly.
What is Stellantis?
Stellantis is one of the world’s largest automotive groups, formed in 2021 from the merger of PSA Group (Peugeot, Citroën, Vauxhall/Opel) and Fiat Chrysler Automobiles.
The company owns 14 brands including Fiat, Peugeot, Citroën, Vauxhall, Opel, Jeep, Alfa Romeo, and more. Toyota isn’t part of Stellantis, but they have a partnership agreement to share certain commercial vehicle platforms.
Stellantis’s electric van strategy — like most large automotive groups — is to develop one platform and badge it across multiple brands. Each brand has its own dealer network, its own customer base, and slightly different styling. But underneath, the vehicles are identical.
For campervan converters like us, it means the same conversion works across all variants. Great news!
The Five Badges: Same Van, Different Names
Here are the five versions of the Stellantis electric van that currently sold in the UK:
Fiat e-Scudo
Brand: Fiat Professional
Our main focus – We have a partnership with a leading Fiat dealer, which means we can help source competitively priced new or used vehicles.
Citroën ë-Dispatch
Brand: Citroën
Very common in the UK used market. Often excellent availability and competitive pricing. (Note: Citroën uses the ë spelling for their electric models.)
Peugeot e-Expert
Brand: Peugeot
Same van, Peugeot dealer network. Sometimes good deals available through Peugeot business sales.
Vauxhall Vivaro Electric
Brand: Vauxhall (UK) / Opel (Europe)
Sold as the Opel Vivaro-e in mainland Europe. Vauxhall has a strong UK dealer network.
Toyota Proace Electric
Brand: Toyota
The only non-Stellantis badge. Toyota has a partnership with Stellantis for commercial vehicles — the Proace Electric is built on the same platform, in the same factory, with Toyota badges. Toyota’s reputation for reliability makes this variant popular, though it’s often priced at a premium.
What’s Actually Different?
Very little. The differences between these five vans are cosmetic:
Grille and front-end styling — Each brand has their own “face.” The Fiat looks like a Fiat, the Peugeot looks like a Peugeot. From the windscreen backwards, they’re identical.
Badges and branding — Obviously.
Minor interior trim — Some dashboard materials and colours vary slightly between brands. The layout is the same.
Dealer network and warranty experience — Each brand has its own dealers, its own warranty process, its own service experience. This can matter for ongoing maintenance.
What’s Exactly the Same in every Stellantis Van?
Everything that matters for campervan conversion:
- Chassis and body (from the windscreen backwards)
- Battery options — 50kWh and 75kWh (we recommend the 75kWh)
- Electric motor and drivetrain — same performance, same range
- Interior dimensions — 1,628mm width, same loadspace length
- Payload capacity
- Charging capability — up to 100kW DC rapid charging
- All mounting points, wiring routes, and conversion requirements
When we convert a Fiat e-Scudo and a Citroën ë-Dispatch, we use exactly the same process, the same parts, the same designs. The E-Mandalay and E-Chamonix conversions work identically on all five variants.
Why We Recommend the Fiat e-Scudo
We convert all five Stellantis variants — the work is identical. But if you’re starting from scratch, we think the Fiat e-Scudo represents the best option:
Best value — The e-Scudo is typically the cheapest of the five badges. At the time of writing, a new 75kWh e-Scudo starts around £35,720 ex VAT — potentially £3,000-£5,000 less than the Citroën, Vauxhall, or Toyota for the exact same van. Why pay more for a different badge?
Simpler trim structure — Fiat Professional keeps things straightforward. Since we remove most of the interior trim during conversion anyway, you’re not paying for features you won’t keep. Less complexity, less wasted money.
Commercial vehicle specialists — Fiat Professional focuses exclusively on vans and commercial vehicles. They’re not a car brand with vans as an afterthought — this is their whole business.
Strong electric commitment — Fiat Professional has committed fully to electric commercial vehicles, with the e-Ducato, e-Scudo, and e-Doblò forming a complete electric van range. Their UK dealer network is increasingly geared up for electric van sales, servicing, and support. When you need warranty work or servicing on your electric campervan, that matters.
That said, if you find a great deal on a Citroën, Peugeot, Vauxhall, or Toyota, we’ll happily convert it. The conversion is identical — you’re just paying for a different badge.
A Note on Toyota
The Toyota Proace Electric sometimes causes confusion. Toyota isn’t part of Stellantis — they’re an independent company. But they have a commercial vehicle partnership with Stellantis, similar to the Ford-VW partnership for the Transit Custom and Transporter.
The Proace Electric is built in the same factory, on the same platform, as the other four variants. It’s mechanically identical. The only differences are Toyota badges, Toyota dealer network, and Toyota warranty.
Toyota’s reputation for reliability makes the Proace Electric desirable, and it often commands a price premium in the used market. Whether that premium is worth it depends on how much you value the Toyota brand and dealer experience — but remember, you’re paying more for the same van.
Ready to Start Your Conversion?
Whether you’ve already found your e-Scudo, ë-Dispatch, e-Expert, Vivaro Electric, or Proace Electric — or you’d like help sourcing one — we’re here to help.
Already have a van? Get in touch to discuss your conversion. We offer the E-Mandalay and E-Chamonix designs, both with the option of gas heating for year-round off-grid capability.
Need help sourcing? Our Fiat dealer partnership means we can often find competitively priced vehicles. Or we’re happy to advise on what to look for if you’re searching independently.
Still deciding on a platform? Take a look at our comparison of the e-Scudo vs VW ID Buzz, or our guide to the best electric vans for campervan conversion.
View our e-Scudo conversions →
e-Scudo vs ID Buzz comparison →
The 3 Best Electric Vans for Conversion in 2026 →
Frequently Asked Questions
Are the Fiat e-Scudo and Citroën ë-Dispatch really the same van?
Yes. Same chassis, same body, same battery, same motor, same interior dimensions. The differences are the front grille styling, badges, and dealer network. For campervan conversion purposes, they’re identical.
Which badge is best for campervan conversion?
We recommend the Fiat e-Scudo. It’s typically the cheapest of the five badges, Fiat Professional has a simpler trim structure (so you’re not paying for features we’ll remove), and their dealer network is well set up for electric van support.
Can you convert a Toyota Proace Electric?
Yes, exactly the same as any other variant. The Proace Electric is built on the same Stellantis platform despite being sold through Toyota.
Why do you focus on the Fiat e-Scudo?
Four reasons: it’s the best value (typically £3,000-£5,000 cheaper than other badges), Fiat Professional keeps the trim simple, they’re commercial vehicle specialists rather than a car brand with vans as a sideline, and they’ve committed fully to electric vans. We also have a good relationship with a Fiat dealer which helps with sourcing.
Should I buy the 50kWh or 75kWh battery version?
We strongly recommend the 75kWh. The larger battery provides 170-180 miles real-world range — enough for most weekend trips without charging. The 50kWh limits your flexibility significantly.
Is the Toyota Proace Electric worth the premium?
Mechanically, it’s identical to the Fiat e-Scudo. You’re paying extra for Toyota badges and the Toyota dealer network. We’d suggest putting that money towards your conversion instead.
Sunbox Campers is based in Newhaven, East Sussex. We convert electric campervans including the Fiat e-Scudo, VW ID Buzz, and Ford Transit Custom PHEV. Get in touch to discuss your project.
Contact us by email at hello@sunboxcampers.co.uk or by phone: 07973 687950