Scania launches new high-floor battery-electric platform to expand electrification into coach and inter-city transport

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(IN BRIEF) Scania has introduced a new high-floor battery-electric bus and coach platform at Busworld Europe, expanding its electrification portfolio into inter-city and coach transport. Offering ranges of up to 600 km and luggage capacity comparable to combustion-powered coaches, the platform is designed for applications including medium-distance routes, airport shuttles, and team travel. It is also suitable for school buses, sightseeing operations, and scalable urban bus rapid transit systems. With outputs up to 330 kW, energy capacity up to 534 kWh, and charging capability of 325 kW, the platform is highly flexible and compatible with a variety of operational needs. Scania is complementing the launch with a comprehensive ecosystem of charging and electrification services, including smart charging and access to public charging networks. The move underscores Scania’s role in driving the shift toward sustainable people transport globally.

(PRESS RELEASE) SÖDERTÄLJE, 25-Sep-2025 — /EuropaWire/ — Scania has unveiled its new high-floor battery-electric bus and coach platform at Busworld Europe, marking a major milestone in the company’s efforts to expand electrification into new market segments. The platform introduces Scania’s first battery-electric coaches, while also providing solutions for a wide range of urban and inter-city applications.

The new platform has been designed to serve multiple assignments. For coach operators, it offers a driving range of up to 600 kilometers along with luggage space nearly equal to that of conventional combustion-powered coaches—an essential factor for enabling operators to transition to electric vehicles. This makes the platform particularly well-suited for medium-distance inter-city routes, airport shuttle services, and sports team transportation.

Beyond long-distance travel, the platform also accommodates needs such as school buses, sightseeing buses, and shorter inter-city operations. Its flexible architecture even extends to urban applications, creating a scalable pathway for zero-emission bus rapid transit systems in cities across regions such as Africa, Asia, and South America.

Built on tried-and-tested technology, the platform integrates proven components from e-machines to batteries and charging systems. Operators can choose from output levels of up to 330 kW and an installed energy capacity of 534 kWh (480 kWh usable). Charging options are equally adaptable, with capacity up to 325 kW (500A), ensuring compatibility with diverse operational requirements.

The launch comes as global demand for electrification expands rapidly beyond urban transport. Scania is supporting this shift with a complete ecosystem of electrification services. These include tailored charging solutions such as smart charging that optimizes energy costs and preserves battery performance, as well as Scania Charging Access, a service that connects operators to an expanding public network of heavy-vehicle charging stations.

“With the launch of the new high-floor BEV platform, Scania is not only introducing our first battery-electric coaches but also reinforcing our position as a trusted partner in the transition to sustainable transport,” said Carl-Johan Lööf, Head of Product Management for People Transport Solutions at Scania. “We believe the platform’s features will address the concerns of both coach and bus operators, combining zero-emission performance with operational flexibility for a wide range of assignments.”