TL;DR: The UK’s Electric Car Grant can knock up to £3,750 off the price of eligible new EVs, with a growing list now covering models from Citroën, Ford, Renault, Skoda, Toyota, Vauxhall and more. Some cars only qualify for the full grant on certain versions, so it’s worth checking the exact trim before you buy.
Electric Car Grant explained
The Electric Car Grant is designed to make new electric cars more affordable by offering a government-backed discount on selected models. In many cases, the biggest saving is £3,750, but some eligible cars receive a smaller discount depending on the model and version. That means two cars with the same name may not both qualify in the same way, so the fine print matters.
Which cars qualify?
The current eligible list includes a wide range of EVs across different segments, from small hatchbacks to family SUVs and MPVs. Among the models on the list are the Citroën e-C3 range, Citroën e-Berlingo, Ford Puma Gen-E, MINI Countryman Electric, Nissan LEAF, Renault 4, Renault 5, Renault Alpine A290, Skoda Elroq, Skoda Enyaq, Toyota C-HR+, Vauxhall Astra Electric and more.
Full list of eligible models
Here’s the current model list, including the versions that qualify where that detail is available:
- Alpine A290 — all versions
- Citroën e-C3 — all versions
- Citroën e-C3 Aircross — all versions
- Citroën e-C4 — all versions
- Citroën e-C4 X — all versions
- Citroën e-C5 Aircross — comfort/extended-range versions only
- Citroën e-Berlingo — all versions
- Citroën e-SpaceTourer — “You” versions
- Cupra Born — 59kWh and 79kWh versions
- DS 3 E-Tense — all versions
- DS N°4 E-Tense — all versions
- Ford Puma Gen-E — all versions
- Ford E-Tourneo Courier — all versions
- Hyundai Kona Electric — all versions
- Kia EV2 — First Edition versions
- Kia EV3 — Air and GT-Line versions
- Kia EV4 — Air and Motion versions
- Kia PV5 Passenger — Essential and Plus versions
- MINI Countryman Electric — all versions
- Nissan Ariya — Engage and Advance front-wheel-drive versions
- Nissan Leaf — all versions
- Nissan Micra — standard range versions
- Peugeot E-208 — all versions
- Peugeot E-2008 — all versions
- Peugeot E-308 — all versions
- Peugeot E-308 SW — all versions
- Peugeot E-408 — all versions
- Peugeot E-Rifter — all versions
- Peugeot E-Traveller — Combi versions
- Renault 4 E-Tech — all versions
- Renault 5 E-Tech — Urban Range / selected 40kWh and Comfort Range versions
- Renault Megane E-Tech — all versions
- Renault Scenic E-Tech — all versions
- Renault Alpine A290 — all versions
- Skoda Elroq — SE, SE L, Edition and SportLine versions
- Skoda Enyaq — selected versions, including 60/SE L-type variants
- Toyota C-HR+ — all versions
- Toyota Proace City Verso Electric — all versions
- Vauxhall Astra Electric — all versions
- Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer Electric — all versions
- Vauxhall Combo Life Electric — all versions
- Vauxhall Corsa Electric — all versions
- Vauxhall Frontera Electric — all versions
- Vauxhall Grandland Electric — all versions
- Vauxhall Mokka Electric — all versions
- Vauxhall Vivaro Life Electric — all versions
- Volkswagen ID.3 — eligible versions listed under the current grant scheme
- Volkswagen ID.4 — eligible versions listed under the current grant scheme
- Volkswagen ID.5 — eligible versions listed under the current grant scheme
Best value picks
If you want the strongest mix of range, practicality and price, the Citroën e-C5 Aircross Long Range stands out thanks to its generous range and grant-backed pricing. The Skoda Elroq and Skoda Enyaq are also strong family choices because they combine space, comfort and broad appeal with grant eligibility. For smaller-car buyers, the Renault 5 remains one of the most desirable options on the list thanks to its style, tech and everyday usability.
The less exciting options
Not every eligible EV is a headline grabber, though that doesn’t mean they’re bad cars. Some models make the list mainly because they’re practical rather than exciting, and a few sit at the pricier end even after the grant is applied. In other words, the grant helps, but it doesn’t automatically turn every qualifying EV into a bargain.
What to check before buying
Always confirm the exact version you’re looking at, because eligibility can depend on battery size, trim level or body style. That’s especially important with models like the Renault 5, Citroën e-C5 Aircross and Nissan Ariya, where only certain variants qualify. It’s also worth comparing the grant discount against any dealer offers, because some manufacturers may stack their own incentives on top.
Why this matters
For drivers thinking about the switch to electric, the grant can make a noticeable difference to monthly finance and outright purchase cost. It also means more mainstream models are starting to land in a price bracket that feels far more realistic for everyday buyers. That’s good news whether you’re after a small EV, a family SUV or a seven-seat electric people carrier.