Farizon SV (2025-on) dimensions
There are several interesting features when it comes to the Farizon SV’s design and dimensions. Firstly, it comes in a fairly wide range of shapes and sizes, with three lengths and three heights available in five different combinations, which is rare for an electric van.
This is all the more surprising given Farizon is a new brand - it would be unusual if we were talking about a new model from an established manufacturer. Normally the range of versions is kept to a minimum, to start off with at least.
Then there are the clever features that might well prove more or less useful depending on which model you go for and how you are going to use the SV. These are the lack of B-pillar and the overload sensor. More on both of those below, while you can read more about how it drives in the full Farizon SV review.
There are three heights and three lengths of Farizon SV, which span the medium versions of the mid-size electric van class – like the Ford Transit Custom – and the smaller versions of the large-van class, like the Ford Transit or Renault Master.
I’ve only had a chance to get close to the smaller models – the L1H1 and L2H2 – and they don’t feel huge, despite being on the larger side for a medium van. Step up to the tallest model and it is likely to feel like a much bigger vehicle given the dimensions involved.
Only the lowest model manages to make it under the 2m mark that is a common height restriction around town, and it is a shame this is only offered with the shortest length. At longer low model would be a welcome addition for those who want a bit more space but need urban accessibility. An electric van such as this is likely to be pitching itself at businesses with town-based duties so this feels like a bit of an oversight.
Farizon SV external dimensions
| L1H1 | L1H2 | L2H2 | L2H3 | L3H3 | |
| Length | 4,990mm | 4,990mm | 5,490mm | 5,490mm | 5,995mm |
| Width | 1,980mm | 1,980mm | 1,980mm | 1,980mm | 1,980mm |
| Height | 1,980mm | 2,180mm | 2,180mm | 2,500mm | 2,500mm |
| Wheelbase | 3,100mm | 3,100mm | 3,600mm | 3,600mm | 3,850mm |
Farizon SV loading bay and practicality
There aren’t many things you can do with a van’s loading area that are truly innovative – it’s hard to improve on a practical even-shaped box after all.
Farizon has added a couple of features that might prove useful, depending on which model you go for. The first is the fact that the SV doesn’t have a pillar between the doors into the front cabin and the rear loading bay.
This means that, theoretically, you can load larger items in at the side of the vehicle without having to go around to the rear. This could well be useful if you are parallel parked with vehicles close to the back of the van.
However, this isn’t much use when there is a bulkhead in place, as this divider between the front and rear part of the vehicle acts as a pillar of sorts anyway. Oddly, it also means that the passenger's seatbelt is attached to the door, so you won't be able to open said door while your mate is belted up inside. At least not without pinning them to the seat.
Farizon says there will be versions with more flexibility to take advantage of the lack of B-pillar, allowing you to have a different bulkhead, like a cage around the driver with no passenger seats for example. In those cases, it will make more sense.
The second is a clever sounding piece of kit that could be really handy when it comes to monitoring how much stuff you have in the back and how close to the payload you are. The overload sensor claims it can monitor how much weight is on board.
In the brief test I did with it, it didn’t come across as that accurate. It determined that the 75kg passenger who got out of the van only weighed 40kg. This suggests that it is a guide rather than something to be relied upon and a weighbridge would still be the best bet if you are looking to max out the payload.
The Farizon SV’s payloads are not bad for an electric van, with none being less than 1,000kg. That loadspace indicator will help you keep within that.
The best model for payload is, unsurprisingly, the smallest L1H1 with the smallest battery. This comes in at 1,350kg. Upgrading to the mid-weight battery takes this down to 1,265kg and this 85kg reduction applies to the larger model too.
Farizon SV towing capacity
All models of Farizon SV has the same 2,000kg maximum braked towing capacity, regardless of which body or battery you go for. You do have to add one of the SV’s few optional extras though. The towing package comes with a crossbar, towball and the necessary electrics. This will set you back £400 (not including VAT).
