Four new models added to Electric Car Grant

Four new car models from Peugeot and DS are now eligible for the Government’s Electric Car Grant (ECG).

The Peugeot E-308, Peugeot E-408, DS DS 3 and DS DS 4 are now eligible for the £1,500 discount.

This is in addition to two Ford models now being eligible for the full £3,750 discount.

The new additions are part of a £650 million scheme aimed at making EVs more accessible and affordable for families.

The grant, which is automatically applied at the point of sale, is capped at vehicles costing up to £37,000 to ensure the focus remains on the most economical options.

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander stated:

Our measures are driving competition in the UK EV market, boosting economic growth and supporting jobs and skills as part of the Plan for Change

The government is investing a total of £4.5 billion to support the transition to EVs, in the hope of reinforcing the UK’s position as a leader in the European EV market.

Nicola Dobson, Managing Director at Peugeot UK, stated:

With six of our all-electric models now confirmed for the Electric Car Grant, PEUGEOT is proud to give customers more opportunities to benefit from lower upfront costs and greater choice.

“From the popular E-208 through to the capacious E-RIFTER, and now E-308 and E-408, we have one of the broadest electric line-ups on the market.