Chile is Latin America's EV front-runner, with Santiago's pollution-control mandates, corporate decarbonisation commitments and falling electricity costs all pushing commercial fleets toward electric light- and medium-duty trucks. The SAGMOTO new energy electric trucks line, led by the i5, fits the Chilean urban and last-mile segment with a 120–200 HP equivalent electric motor and a 120–200 kWh LFP battery.

i5 Specifications for Chile

The i5 is offered with a 120 kWh pack (urban last-mile, 200–250 km range) and a 200 kWh pack (regional distribution, 350–420 km range). The electric motor delivers 180–260 HP equivalent with full torque from zero rpm, ideal for stop-start city delivery. GVW spans 4,500–12,000 kg on a 3,200–5,200 mm wheelbase, carrying 4.2–7.5 m box bodies.

Specificationi5 4.5t (120 kWh)i5 12t (200 kWh)
Battery120 kWh LFP200 kWh LFP
Range200–250 km350–420 km
Motor180 HP eq.260 HP eq.
GVW4,500 kg12,000 kg
ChargeAC overnight / DC 1.5CAC overnight / DC 1.5C

Regulatory and Incentive Context

Chile requires SEC approval for imported EVs and aligns with UN-ECE standards; Santiago's restrictive-emission zones favour zero-emission delivery. National and municipal incentives (reduced circulation restrictions, preferential licensing, and corporate ESG benefits) improve the i5's effective TCO. Fenghan Trade supplies an SEC-aligned EV dossier and supports charger specification.

Market Demand in 2026

Three Chilean segments adopt the i5 fastest: (1) supermarket and e-grocery last-mile in Santiago and Valparaiso; (2) parcel and courier fleets under urban emission caps; and (3) corporate sustainability fleets (retail, pharma) with decarbonisation targets. The quiet, zero-tailpipe operation also suits night delivery in residential zones.

Procurement insight: Versus a diesel 12t truck, the i5's energy cost per km is roughly one-third, and scheduled maintenance is lighter (no oil, DPF or injector service). Over a 5-year, 60,000 km/year duty the i5 typically reaches TCO parity within 2–3 years, after which it is materially cheaper to run — before counting emissions-zone access value.

Charging and Depot Readiness

The i5 charges on depot AC overnight (0.3–0.5C, gentlest on the pack) with DC fast top-ups at 1.5C for mid-shift. Fenghan Trade advises fleets to size depot chargers to the overnight window and to avoid constant max-rate DC, which preserves battery SoH. Telematics reports per-truck consumption and SoH to the fleet office.

Conclusion

The SAGMOTO i5 is a strong electric entry for Chilean urban and last-mile duty in 2026. With SEC-ready paperwork, LFP durability and a clear TCO advantage under Santiago's emission rules, it deserves a pilot in any decarbonising fleet. Contact Shaanxi Fenghan Trading for a Chile-configured i5 quotation and a depot-charging plan.