How does it compare?
First, if you are eyeing the SAIC Maxus EG50 and wondering how it holds up against the competition in the compact MPV class, let’s pull up a few contenders and have a gander. We could toss in the Nissan e-NV200, Peugeot e-Traveller, Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer, and the Citroën ë-SpaceTourer. Quite the lineup for a thrilling electric showdown.
Speed
The SAIC Maxus EG50 has an unknown top speed, leaving a gap in the comparison here, but the Nissan e-NV200 isnt exactly an electric rocket either with its top speed capped at around 123 km/h (76 mph). In contrast, the Peugeot e-Traveller pushes a bit further with 130 km/h (81 mph). The Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer shuffles up to 120 km/h (75 mph) while the Citroën ë-SpaceTourer gallivants along at a pace akin to the Peugeot, clocking in at 130 km/h (81 mph). We might see differing philosophies here — utility versus a sprinkle of agility.
Range
When it comes to range, the SAIC Maxus EG50 offers a respectable 350 km (217 miles) which sets a solid benchmark in this league. The Nissan e-NV200 barely crests the 200 km (124 miles) mark, looking quite winded. The Peugeot e-Traveller and Citroën ë-SpaceTourer both promise about 330 km (205 miles), tagging closely behind the SAIC. However, the Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer lingers at a relatively modest range near 265 km (165 miles). Not the greatest for long-haul journeys, is it?
Power
With the power figures for the SAIC Maxus EG50 shrouded in mystery, were left guessing its might. The Nissan e-NV200 puts forward a modest 108 hp, while the Peugeot e-Traveller and Citroën ë-SpaceTourer each strut 136 hp, offering a bit more punch. Meanwhile, the Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer muscles in with 204 hp, showing the Germans still have some juice left in the electric MPV world.
Charging Time
Bouncing to charging times, the SAIC Maxus EG50 remains behind the curtain, but lets press on. The Nissan e-NV200 takes around 7 and half hours on a wall box, while the Peugeot e-Traveller and Citroën ë-SpaceTourer both drop the mic with about 5 hours on a hefty 11 kW charger. The Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer—well, good news if you’re not in a rush—clocks in around 10 hours on a standard wall charger, though DC fast charging will slash that significantly.
Price
Finally, the coin-toss category, price. The SAIC Maxus EG50 is a bit of a bargain bucket surprise with pricing stirring near $25,500, £20,200, or €23,500. On the higher end, the Peugeot e-Traveller and Citroën ë-SpaceTourer demand roughly $45,000 (£35,400, €42,000), and don’t even get me started on the Mercedes-Benz eVito Tourer wandering into $55,000 (£43,200, €51,300) territory. The Nissan e-NV200, meanwhile, hovers around $45,000 (£35,000, €39,000) and feels like a middle child trying to fit in.

