The best electric car discounts

Version 54kWh GS | List price £35,105 | Best price £22,995 | Total discount £12,110 (34.5%)

In addition to its Stellantis siblings, the Fiat 600e and Peugeot e-2008, the Vauxhall Mokka Electric faces stiff competition from electric SUVs including the Kia EV3 and Renault 4. All Mokka Electrics come with a 154bhp motor for a 0-62mph sprint time of 9.0sec, which is more than enough oomph for motorway overtaking, although an EV3 is swifter and the Hyundai Kona Electric is more agile. Nevertheless, the Mokka Electric’s soft ride soaks up potholes well.

With a 50.8kWh (usable capacity) battery standard across the range, the Mokka Electric can officially cover 250 miles between charges: more than the Ford Puma Gen-E, but less than an EV3.

The Mokka Electric gives drivers a commanding view of the road. There’s plenty of room for front passengers, but many rivals offer more rear leg room and boot space. There's a reasonable amount of interior storage cubbies, though.

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Version 50kWh GT | List price £32,300 | Best price £21,445 | Total discount £10,855 (33.61%)

Despite being older than the BYD Dolphin, Hyundai Inster and Renault 5, the Peugeot e-208’s smart appearance and lengthy equipment list help it remain competitive. The entry-level Allure version comes with 16in alloy wheels, front and rear parking sensors, and a 10.0in touchscreen. 

Cheaper e-208s use a 46.3kWh (usable capacity) battery for an official range of up to 224 miles – more than the Citroën ë-C3 and entry-level Smart #1, although the MG4 64kWh can go further. Opt for the 48.1kWh battery and the official range rises to 268 miles. All e-208s accelerate from 0-62mph in about eight seconds and accurate steering inspires confidence around bends. The MG4 has less body lean, though.

Front passengers will find the e-208 comfortable enough for long journeys, and while there’s a reasonable amount of rear space, the Dolphin and MG4 offer more rear leg room. Boot space is identical to that of the petrol-powered Peugeot 208 and slightly larger than the MG4, although the Smart #1 is slightly more capacious.

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Version 64kWh Trophy Long Range | List price £32,745 | Best price £21,990 | Total discount £10,755 (32.84%)

In 2024, the MG4 was one of the best-selling electric models among private buyers, and it’s easy to see why. It undercuts many rivals, such as the Kia EV3 and Volkswagen ID 3, but is still surprisingly practical. The entry-level MG4 SE uses a 47.1kWh (usable capacity) battery, offering an official range of 211 miles, although models with larger batteries provide up to 329 miles under official figures.

All versions offer competitive performance, although the MG4 EV XPower is particularly noteworthy because it accelerates from 0-62mph in just 3.6sec. In its more sedate forms, the MG4 handles bumps better than the BYD Dolphin and Citroën ë-C3, and the light steering helps to make it feel particularly nimble.

However, the MG4’s driving position is rather awkward and the interior’s design isn’t as attractive as that of the ë-C3. Even so, there’s no denying that the MG4 is spacious, with enough space in the back to seat six-foot adults in comfort. A 363-litre boot is also practical, although the Cupra Born and Renault Megane can take on slightly more luggage.

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Version 50kWh Ultimate | List price £33,050 | Best price £22,444 | Total discount £10,606 (32.09%)

The Vauxhall Corsa Electric goes to show that you don’t need space-age styling or a huge budget to get behind the wheel of a decent EV. Like the closely-related Peugeot e-208, cheaper Corsa Electrics have a 46.3kWh (usable capacity) battery, offering an official range of up to 221 miles. The larger 48.1kWh battery can officially cover 266 miles – a figure that beats the top-spec BYD Dolphin Surf, but the most expensive Smart #1 can cover more miles.

All Corsa Electrics have a 0-62mph acceleration time of 8.2sec, which is spritely enough for dual carriageway overtaking. The driving experience is also weakened by the Corsa’s firm suspension; the e-208 absorbs bumps better.

The Corsa Electric’s interior has a conservative design, retaining physical controls for the air conditioning. Tall passengers have plenty of space to stretch out in the front; however, rear passengers will suffer from limited leg room. A 309-litre boot makes the Corsa Electric more spacious than the Hyundai Inster, although the Renault 5 offers slightly more.

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Version 24kWh Auto 3dr | List price £25,035 | Best price £17,055 | Total discount £7980 (31.88%)

If most of your journeys take place around town, the Fiat 500e might be the EV for you. It’s the same size as a Dacia Spring but has enough charisma to compete with the larger Renault 5. In its most basic form, the 500e has a 94bhp motor, giving it a 0-62mph time of 9.5sec; more expensive models use a 117bhp motor for a 0-62mph sprint time of 9.0sec.

The 118-mile official range from the 21.3kWh (usable capacity) battery is less than the Citroën ë-C3, but models with the larger 37.3kWh (usable capacity) pack can officially cover 199 miles – more than the entry-level Mini Cooper Electric, but less than the Vauxhall Corsa Electric. Diminutive dimensions and a tight turning make the 500e fun to drive in the city. It’s capable of motorway speeds, too, but the firm suspension results in a choppy ride.

The 500e’s interior feels modern and offers a decent amount of space for front occupants, although rear passengers will be short on head and leg room alike. The 185-litre boot is also less than what you get with the Spring, Inster or e-208.

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Version 49kWh SE | List price £28,745 | Best price £20,391 | Total discount £8354 (29.06%)

Based on the MG4 hatchback, the S5’s range of batteries and motors are familiar. The entry-level SE version uses a 47.1kWh (usable capacity) battery and a 168bhp motor, which results in a fair 0-62mph acceleration time of 8.0sec and an official range of 211 miles – more than the Renault 4 and Smart #1 Pro, but the Jeep Avenger, Kia EV3 and Skoda Elroq can all do more.

The 61.7kWh battery found in the S5 Long Range can officially cover 298 miles – more than the Ford Puma Gen-E or R4. It also gets a 228bhp motor, which makes the S5 quicker off the mark than any EV3 or Elroq. Light yet precise steering and composed cornering manners make the S5 entertaining on twisty country roads, although the ride is harsher than most rivals.

The S5’s interior feels relatively plush and offers a high driving position. There’s plenty of room for passengers front and rear, but the 453-litre boot is smaller than what you’ll find in the Puma Gen-E and R4.

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Version e-Boost 59kWh V1 | List price £35,690 | Best price £25,660 | Total discount £10,030 (28.10%)

The Cupra Born is the Volkswagen ID 3’s sporty sibling, and competes alongside the MG4 and Renault Megane. Cheaper Borns use a 59kWh (usable capacity) battery for an official range of 265 miles, placing it between the entry-level MG4 and Megane. The Born is also available with a 77kWh battery – officially covering 348 miles – or a 79kWh pack to cover as many as 372 miles.

Most models in the Born range are fitted with a 228bhp motor for a 0-62mph sprint time of 6.7sec – slightly less than the Megane. The 397bhp Born VZ cuts this to just 5.6sec, but is far more expensive than the quicker MG4 EV XPower. Still, the Born has accurate steering, very little body lean around corners and a bump-absorbing ride, even if it can feel somewhat fidgety at motorway speeds.

Inside, the Born’s has rather fiddly touch-sensitive air conditioning controls, but it feels more upmarket than the ID 3 and has a supportive set of front bucket seats. There’s plenty of room for passengers front and rear and the 385-litre boot is quite a bit larger than the MG4’s.

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Version 77kWh V2 | List price £53,845 | Best price £38,750 | Total discount £15,095 (28.03%)

The Cupra Tavascan is an electric car that nicely balances the sports and utility aspects promised in an SUV. Competing against the Ford Capri, Kia EV6 and Tesla Model Y, even the entry-level Tavascan sprints from 0-62mph in 6.8sec – quicker than the entry-level Skoda Enyaq Coupé. Opt for the dual-motor version and you’ll reach 62mph in just 5.5sec.

The Tavascan’s official range of 353 miles (320 miles if you choose the all-wheel drive version) is better than the closely-related Volkswagen ID 5, but the Tesla Model Y can go further. Despite some models featuring adaptive suspension, the Tavascan’s ride isn’t exactly supple but limits body lean around tight bends. The Tavascan offers three levels of regenerative braking to boost efficiency, but they often result in an inconsistent-feeling brake pedal.

Passengers front and rear will have enough room to stretch out in the Tavascan, plus there are plenty of storage cubbies throughout the sporty-looking interior. The 540-litre boot is larger than that of the EV6, but the Capri and ID 5 offer even more space for luggage.

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Version 54kWh e-Summit | List price £33,999 | Best price £24,695 | Total discount £9304 (27.37%)

The idea of a Jeep without the option of four-wheel drive may sound a bit strange, but the Avenger was designed to take on road-going (not mud-plugging) electric SUVs, including the Hyundai Kona Electric, Kia EV3 and Renault 4. Like the closely-related Peugeot e-2008 and Vauxhall Mokka Electric, all Avenger Electrics use a 154bhp motor for a modest 0-62mph sprint time of about nine seconds.

An official range of 249 miles from the 50.8kWh (usable capacity) battery is slightly more than what the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross and Ford Puma Gen-E offer, but the EV3 can go further still. The Avenger Electric performs best around town, thanks to its well-cushioned ride, light steering and good control around corners. At motorway speeds, however, you’ll encounter considerably more wind and road noise.

Inside, the Avenger Electric isn’t as plush as the BYD Atto 3 and Smart #1, but visibility is impressive. Front passengers will sit in comfort; however, the Avenger’s rear seats offer limited leg room. The same can be said about the 355-litre boot, which is less than the EV3 and R4, although larger than the #1.

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Version 52kWh MAX M | List price £33,905 | Best price £24,990 | Total discount £8915 (26.29%)

SUVs might be the in thing, but it’s still possible to buy an electric MPV and, in the case of the Citroën ë-Berlingo, at a very reasonable price. Related to the Peugeot e-Rifter and Vauxhall Combo Life Electric, the ë-Berlingo is available with five or seven seats, with both offering plenty of room for passengers and their luggage. Nonetheless, the van-like interior, though durable, isn’t as attractive or plush as that of the more expensive Kia EV9 or Volkswagen ID Buzz.

All ë-Berlingos come with a 50.6kWh (usable capacity) battery, which offers an official range of 213 miles (or 208 miles if you choose the seven-seater). That’s similar to the e-Rifter and Combo Life Electric, but the EV9 and ID Buzz offer more. A 134bhp motor gives the ë-Berlingo a 0-62mph acceleration time of 9.9sec.

The ë-Berlingo is surprisingly quiet at speed and steering is precise enough to take on fast corners with confidence, although you’ll notice some body lean in the process. Even so, the steering feels slightly too light at lower speeds and the brake pedal can feel rather grabby – both making the ë-Berlingo less enjoyable to drive around town.

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