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Electric Car Grant expands to 13 models with no top tier yet
The government adds 13 models to the Electric Car Grant at £1,500, including Renault 5 and Nissan Micra, with no model yet qualifying for the £3,750 tier.
The government expands the Electric Car Grant with 13 new models from Renault, Alpine, Nissan and Vauxhall, but none reach the higher grant level.
Electric Car Grant covers 13 models and leaves top tier empty
The government has added 13 new models from Renault, Alpine, Nissan and Vauxhall to the Electric Car Grant, lowering the Renault 5 price to £21,495. These join six Citroens confirmed earlier this week, bringing the total to 19 models at the £1,500 grant level.
Buyers will be able to claim the grant on the Renault 5, as well as other Renault models in the lineup such as Renault 4, Megane and Scenic, with updated prices. The Alpine A290 and Nissan Micra will also qualify for the £1,500 grant, and the Nissan Ariya SUV is included as well, expanding the range of affordable electric options.
Key Takeaways
"But no car has yet qualified for the higher £3,750 amount, with all 19 now announced models coming in at the lower £1,500 level."
Current grant tier status
"The 5's cutesier cousin, the Nissan Micra, will also get the government £1,500 discount."
Example of eligible models
"Renault has confirmed that the R5's sporty sibling, the Alpine A290 will also qualify."
Additional eligible model
The policy aims to boost EV adoption by lowering upfront costs, but keeping the top grant tier out of reach may limit its impact on higher priced EVs and middle income buyers. If uptake remains muted or costs rise, critics may question the value for money and political support.
The mix of models from Renault, Nissan and Vauxhall shows automakers can spur volume by sharing platforms, yet the persistence of a £1,500 ceiling could invite political scrutiny as costs grow and public expectations meet market realities.
Highlights
- But no car has yet qualified for the higher £3,750 amount, with all 19 now announced models coming in at the lower £1,500 level.
- The 5's cutesier cousin, the Nissan Micra, will also get the government £1,500 discount.
- Renault has confirmed that the R5's sporty sibling, the Alpine A290 will also qualify.
Budget and political risk around EV grant policy
The policy lowers upfront costs for buyers but shifts cost to the public purse. If uptake or costs rise, critics may question value for money and political support.
Policy watchers will see if the lower grant fuels more EV sales or simply shifts discounts between brands.
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