Max Passengers
14-16 passengers + luggage
Standard seating with a dedicated luggage compartment.
- Seats14
- Rows7
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Built on Ford Chassis
G5 Electric — Activity Bus
The G5 Electric is a certified Multi-Function School Activity Bus with zero tailpipe emissions and over +320 km of range on a single charge. For organizations that want to move groups with the safety of a purpose-built school bus and the sustainability of a zero-emission powertrain, this is the vehicle. No compromise on capacity, no compromise on safety, no emissions.
Max Passengers
30
Engine
140/175 kWh
Overall Length
243–320"
Warranty
5 yr
Key Advantages
Why Choose
the G5 Electric
for Your Activity Program
for Your Activity Program
Zero emissions, +320 km miles of range, and the proven G5 safety platform: the G5 Electric is the most forward-thinking activity bus on the market.
Built to Last
One-piece galvanized steel roof bows and aluminum side body panels deliver a structure engineered for rollover protection, longevity, and low repair costs.
Maximum visibility
The fully-glassed entrance door and More-View™ window give drivers an unobstructed view of the loading zone, the most critical safety moment in student transport.
Zero emissions for every trip
No exhaust, no noise, no fuel costs. Whether it’s a daily sports run or a long field trip, the G5 Electric handles it cleanly… and quietly.
+320 km on a single charge
More than enough range for any activity route or program schedule. Charge overnight, run all day. Adaptive regenerative braking extends range further on every trip.
The safest zero-emission activity bus available
Purpose-built school bus safety standards, with galvanized steel structure, heavy-gauge side barriers, and More-View™ visibility. The G5 Electric combines this with a zero-emission powertrain. No other activity vehicle in this class offers both.
Features and technology
Engineered for excellence
The same proven G5 safety and durability platform, now with a zero-emission electric powertrain engineered for the demands of activity and community transportation.
Visibility That Saves Lives
The G5 Electric features our More-View™ window design and fully-glassed entrance door, giving drivers the clearest possible view of students at the most critical moments.
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More-view™ window
Unobstructed panoramic view of the road and loading zone
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Fully-glassed entrance door
Maximum visibility during student boarding and alighting
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Standard 32″ electric double-opening door
Wider entry for all students, including those with mobility needs (wider than the T-Series 24″ door)
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Double-leaf wheelchair doors
Protection on both sides of the lift, superior weather seal and door strength, a Micro Bird exclusive
Built to Outlast
The G5 Electric body is engineered from the ground up for structural integrity and long-term durability. It’s built to serve school districts for years without excessive maintenance.
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One-piece galvanized steel roof bows
Enhanced safety and rollover protection throughout the structure
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Aluminum side body panels
Longevity and low repair costs over the vehicle’s lifetime
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Completely sealed floor
Keeps dust, moisture, and noise outside the passenger compartment
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Gravel shield
Added body protection and increased vehicle longevity
The Future of School Transportation, Today
The G5e is powered by a next-generation 600V Ecotuned powertrain engineered to set the highest standards for the North American Type A electric school bus market.
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600V ecotuned powertrain
Next-generation architecture for fast charging and maximum efficiency
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Direct drive motor
Smooth, strong acceleration with no transmission wear
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140 or 175 kWh LFP battery
Lithium iron phosphate chemistry for long cycle life and thermal stability
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+320 km of range
Industry-leading range on a single charge, enough for any school district route
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Level 2 (19.2 kW) and level 3 DCFC (100 kW) charging
Full charge overnight or fast charge between runs
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V2G ready
Vehicle-to-Grid capability for energy cost optimization and grid support
Ready for Every Student
The G5 Electric is fully equipped to serve students of all mobility levels, with Micro Bird-exclusive dual lift door design for safer, wider access.
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CSA D409-compliant wheelchair lifts
Smooth-operating lifts from Braun and Ricon
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Dual lift doors (Micro Bird Exclusive)
Better access, wider entry, shorter opening radius for safer handling
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Slide n’click and floor pocket anchorages
Safe, secure transport for special needs students
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Integrated child seats and 3-point seat belts
Available for enhanced safety and versatility (required by FMVSS 208 for GVWR under 10,000 lbs)
Technical Data
Specifications
Comprehensive technical data for the G5 Electric school bus.
Chassis
- Chassis
Ford
- Wheelbase
138″ – 177″ (Ford) and 139″ – 177″ (GM)
- Engine
Electric, Ecotuned direct drive motor · 600V
- Transmission
Direct drive (single speed)
- GVWR
Up to 14,500 lbs
- Fuel Tank
Battery electric vehicle
Body
- Overall Length
243″ – 320″
- Overall Width
96″
- Overall Height
110″ / 118″
- Passenger Capacity
Up to 30
- Roof Structure
One-piece galvanized steel bows
- Side Panels
Aluminium
Safety
- Windshield
More-View™ panoramic design: fully-glassed entrance door
- Side Impact
Full-length heavy-gauge galvanized steel barriers with integrated seat rail
- Rear Bumper
3/16″ × 9.5″ with 12″ wrap around
- Fuel Filler
- Warranty
5 years/160,000 km body and 5 years/96,500 km EV systems and battery
Floor Plans
Flexible
Configurations
Configurations
A variety of seat plans and configurations are available, including track seating and special needs options.
22 seats – bench seating
Face-to-face bench layout along both sides with an open centre aisle.
- Seats22
- Rows10
14 passengers + 3 luggage racks
Standard seating with three overhead luggage racks for carry-on storage.
- Seats14
- Rows8
12 passengers + rear luggage
Standard seating with a dedicated rear luggage compartment.
- Seats12
- Rows5
25 passengers + rear luggage
Wide-body seating with full capacity and a rear luggage compartment.
- Seats25
- Rows5
12 passengers + rear door
Standard configuration with an additional rear boarding door.
- Seats12
- Rows4
Photo Gallery
See the G5 Electric Activity Bus
In action
In action
Zero emissions, +320 km range, and purpose-built safety. The G5 Electric is the activity bus built for the future.
Customization
Popular Options
Tailor your G5 Electric to your exact specifications. Click any option to learn more.
- Seating and interior
- Safety and visibility
- Accessibility
Configure your G5 Electric Activity Bus today
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