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The UK Government’s latest scheme is intended to make buying an electric car cheaper and easier. The EV Grant is still in the roll-out phase, and more new cars are being regularly announced, but the best cars eligible for the Electric Car Grant are already a mighty tempting bunch.
The grant is quite complex behind the scenes but for car buyers it couldn’t be simpler – your new electric vehicle will have its price reduced by either £1,500 or £3,750, depending on certain sustainability criteria. You don’t need to do anything to get the grant – it’s just applied to your vehicle at the time of purchase.
So far, only a couple of vehicles are eligible for the larger grant amount, but there are a growing number of vehicles that get the £1,500 discount. They range from small city cars like the Renault 5 up to large SUVs and MPVs such as the Vauxhall Grandland Electric or Citroen e-Berlingo.
In addition to the extra money off from the government, the EV Grant has spurred an array of price cuts and manufacturer discounts. Some cars have had their prices cut in order to be eligible for the discount, while other manufacturers are responding to the grant by introducing their own price cuts on models that aren’t eligible for government funding. It’s a price war, and one that benefits any motorist wanting to make the switch to an electric car.
Not all of the cars on the grant scheme are worth buying, though, even with extra money off. Luckily our expert reviews team is on hand – we’ve driven all these models extensively and can wholeheartedly recommend the cars below.
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Don’t be blinded by the EV grant – just because the government takes a chunk off the price, you may still save money looking at cars that aren’t eligible, and finance terms might make the discount less appealing than it first seems. Many manufacturers have introduced their own discounts to match or beat the government grant, and remember there’s always the chance to get even more money off through Carwow discounts. Shop around, and consider all the options.
The EV grant is intended to ease the transition into an electric car – but that doesn’t mean you should dash out now and replace your diesel. Consider whether an electric car suits your needs, and if you could save money simply by making the most of your current car first. However, if you were already on the fence, there’s no harm at all in using the EV grant while it lasts.
More models are being added to the EV grant week by week – so it could well be worth waiting for a few more models to hit the list before making up your mind. The current range of cars is still quite limited.

The EV grant is available to any new car buyer, and you don’t have to do anything – it’s automatically applied to your vehicle at purchase time.
To qualify for the EV grant a car must have a list price below £37,000, have a sufficiently long range and warranty, and the car’s manufacturer must meet certain sustainability criteria. A full list of the cars eligible is available here.
Two tiers of grant are available – £1,500 and £3,750. Vehicles are put into either class based on how sustainably they’re built.
That depends on its popularity. The scheme is currently planned to run until the 2028/2029 financial year, or until the £650m of funding allocated to it is used up – whichever comes first. It’s not been out for very long, though, so you have a little while to consider any potential purchase.
Some manufacturers have launched their own discounts or incentives outside of the EV grant scheme, and these can offer brilliant value. While you won’t be getting any of the government’s funding, you may still save money going for one of these alternatives.
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Average savings are calculated daily based on the best dealer prices on Carwow vs manufacturer RRP. Where it is shown that the EV Grant is included, this refers to the Government grant awarded to manufacturers on certain EV models and derivatives, the amount awarded under the EV Grant is included in the Savings stated and applied at the point of sale. Carwow is the trading name of Carwow Ltd, which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for credit broking and insurance distribution activities (firm reference number: 767155). Carwow Leasey Limited is an appointed representative of ITC Compliance Limited which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for credit broking (firm reference number: 313486) Carwow and Carwow Leasey Limited are each credit brokers and not a lenders. Carwow and Carwow Leasey Limited may receive a fee from retailers advertising finance and may receive a commission from partners (including dealers) for introducing customers. All finance offers and monthly payments shown are subject to application and status. Carwow is covered by the Financial Ombudsman Service (please see www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk for more information). Carwow Ltd is registered in England (company number 07103079), registered office 2nd Floor, Verde Building, 10 Bressenden Place, London, England, SW1E 5DH. Carwow Leasey Limited is registered in England (company number 13601174), registered office 2nd Floor, Verde Building, 10 Bressenden Place, London, England, SW1E 5DH and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Carwow Ltd.

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