Drivers in the UK can now access discounts of up to £3,750 on six newly approved electric vehicles (EVs), as the government expands its Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme. From 28 August 2025, the Ford Puma Gen-E and Ford e-Tourneo Courier are eligible for the maximum grant, alongside four other models from PEUGEOT and DS Automobiles.
The additions bring the total number of vehicles covered by the scheme to 28, offering savings of either £3,750 or £1,500. The initiative is part of a £650 million government program aimed at reducing upfront costs, supporting families in the transition to electric, and strengthening the UK’s automotive sector.
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said the measure puts “money back in people’s pockets” while driving competition in the EV market, boosting growth, and supporting jobs as part of the government’s Plan for Change.
The scheme arrives as the UK bolsters its position as Europe’s largest EV market, with sales up by almost a third so far in 2025. Autotrader data shows eligible vehicles are experiencing up to an 80% surge in consumer interest, highlighting the scheme’s impact.
The six new models include:
- Ford Puma Gen-E – £3,750 discount
- Ford e-Tourneo Courier – £3,750 discount
- PEUGEOT E-308 – £1,500 discount
- PEUGEOT E-408 – £1,500 discount
- DS 3 – £1,500 discount
- DS Nº4 – £1,500 discount
Automakers welcomed the decision. Lisa Brankin, Ford UK Chair and Managing Director, said the recognition of Ford’s EVs with the full grant underscores the company’s commitment to sustainable mobility. Nicola Dobson, Managing Director of PEUGEOT UK, highlighted that six of the brand’s models are now eligible, giving customers greater choice at lower cost. Jules Tilstone, Managing Director of DS Automobiles UK, said the inclusion of DS models makes premium electric mobility more accessible.
Industry experts echoed the importance of affordability. AA President Edmund King said larger discounts could help bridge the financial gap for many drivers, while Autotrader’s Ian Plummer noted the grant has sparked the highest surge in EV demand in three years, particularly for models priced under £37,000.
The government is also investing heavily in charging infrastructure to support the shift. Over 83,000 public chargers are currently available, with new installations averaging one every 30 minutes over the past year. More than 100,000 additional chargers are expected from the £381 million Local EV Infrastructure Fund, while a £63 million package announced in July aims to make home charging easier and cheaper.
The ECG is designed to address one of the main barriers to EV adoption, upfront cost, by aligning prices more closely with petrol and diesel vehicles. With additional manufacturer incentives and annual running cost savings of up to £1,500, the government hopes the scheme will accelerate the UK’s transition to cleaner mobility.
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