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Electric Car Grant

Electric Car Grant

Make Your Switch to Electric More Affordable

The Electric Car Grant is a national incentive to help drivers like you make the switch to cleaner, greener motoring. If you’re thinking about buying an electric car, this scheme can knock £1,500 off the purchase price instantly. The best part? There’s no complicated paperwork for you; we will apply the discount automatically when you buy an eligible vehicle.


This means you drive away in your new electric car for less, while benefiting from the latest zero-emission technology and lower running costs from day one.


Electric Car Grant

Electric Car Grant

When you buy an eligible brand-new electric car, the Government contributes to its cost. Instead of claiming it yourself, the discount is applied directly by the dealership at the point of purchase.


For most models, this amounts to £1,500. However, certain vehicles that meet stricter environmental manufacturing standards could qualify for up to £3,750 off.


This plan aims to encourage more people to switch to electric vehicles (EVs), lower CO₂ emissions, and make EV ownership easier for everyday drivers.


Who Can Benefit

Who Can Benefit

The Government Electric Car Grant is aimed at private buyers purchasing a brand-new, fully electric car for personal use. This means you can benefit if:
  • You’re buying the vehicle outright.
  • You’re purchasing via a personal finance agreement (PCP, HP, or lease) through a dealership.
  • The car is registered in your name as the first keeper.
  • It is not available for business, fleet, or rental company purchases. The aim is to help everyday drivers, families, and individuals take advantage of affordable electric motoring.

    Vehicle Eligibility – What Qualifies
    For your new electric car to qualify for the grant, it must meet all these criteria:
    Be classed as an M1 passenger vehicle
    in other words, a standard car built for carrying passengers.
    Produce zero CO₂ emissions
    at the tailpipe – meaning it runs purely on electric power, with no petrol or diesel engine.
    Offer a minimum 100-mile (160 km) range
    under WLTP testing – ensuring the car can handle everyday journeys without frequent charging.
    Come with a battery warranty
    of at least 8 years or 100,000 miles (whichever comes first) – and guarantee that the battery will retain at least 70% of its capacity during that time.
    Be priced within the £37,000 cap
    this includes VAT and delivery fees but excludes optional extras and aftermarket modifications.

    Why There’s a Price Cap

    Why There’s a Price Cap

    The grant is intended to make electric cars more affordable for the average driver. By capping the eligible price at £37,000, the scheme ensures it supports models that are already in the more accessible price range, rather than high-end luxury EVs.


    This makes it easier for first-time EV buyers, young families, and those trading in older petrol or diesel cars to step into electric driving without a premium price tag.


    Why It Matters for You
    Making the switch to electric is a big step, but the benefits are long-term and substantial:
  • Lower Running Costs
    Electricity is cheaper than petrol or diesel, and EVs have fewer moving parts, meaning less maintenance.
  • Immediate Savings
    £1,500 (or more) off the cost of your new car without any extra paperwork.
  • Clean, Quiet Driving
    Zero emissions and near-silent operation.
  • Government Support While It Lasts
    Funding is limited, so securing your grant early means you won’t miss out.

  • Your Step-by-Step Guide to Claiming the Grant
    Claiming the Government Electric Car Grant with Advance Motors is effortless:
    1

    Choose your new electric Vauxhall

    We’ll help you find the perfect model.

    2

    We check eligibility

    Confirming the vehicle meets all grant criteria.

    3

    Grant applied instantly

    We take care of the application and reduce your invoice straight away.

    4

    Drive away with savings

    You leave with a brand-new electric car and thousands saved.


    Why Act Now?

    Why Act Now?

    The Government Electric Car Grant is funded from a limited budget. Once it’s gone, it’s gone. There’s no guarantee it will be available in the same form in the future.

    If you’ve been thinking about switching to electric, now is the time to secure your grant and lock in your savings The Government Electric Car Grant is designed to make owning an EV both easy and affordable. Here's what you need to do next:

    1. Browse electric vehicle listings for models priced under £37,000.

    2. Check range and battery warranty.

    3. Confirm the dealer applies the grant at purchase.

    4. Drive away with a brand-new EV and a £1,500 saving.


    Ready to Switch to Electric?
    Visit Advance Motors today to see our full range of eligible Vauxhall electric cars, take a test drive, and let us show you how easy it is to save.