Choosing your next car is an important decision, and we want to make it as easy as possible for you to narrow down your search.
To help you, we’ve made some updates to our car search to help you find the right electric vehicle (EV) with confidence. Now, you will find even more useful information about charging times, costs and range.
See charging costs upfront
Every EV on the Scheme will now display estimated charging costs, both at home and on the public charging network. This means you can get a clearer picture of what running an EV will cost you, making it easier to compare the cars available.
Know how long charging will take
To help you plan your journeys with ease, we now show estimated charging times for each EV. Whether you’re charging at home overnight or using a public chargepoint, you’ll have a better understanding of how long it will take to charge from 20% to 80%.
The 80/20 rule
Industry experts, including the RAC, suggest it’s better to charge to about 80% to preserve the battery’s health. As with petrol or diesel cars, it’s always good to avoid running out of power, and the common advice is to try to keep the battery above 20%.
Real-world range in different conditions
We also provide real-world range estimates for most EVs, giving you a clearer idea of how far you can drive in both mild and colder weather conditions. This helps you understand how temperature, road surface and driving style can impact range.
Start your next vehicle search
Finding the right EV for you has never been easier with our find a vehicle tool.
The Scheme’s all-inclusive lease package means that when you lease an EV for the first time, you can get a home chargepoint.
We’ll arrange and cover the cost of the chargepoint and a standard installation. You’ll also get insurance, breakdown cover, servicing and maintenance included in the price you pay.
If you cannot get a home chargepoint and it’s your first fully electric car on the Scheme, we’ll offer you a subscription to the bp pulse network and a Motability Go Charge card.
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