How far can I drive my electric car?

This depends on the size of the battery and its energy capacity (measured in kWh, or ‘kilowatt-hour’). Smaller city electric cars tend to have smaller batteries and therefore are limited to how far they can travel on a single charge. For example, the Smart ForTwo EQ has a 17kWh battery which has a maximum range of 91 miles. Meanwhile the Renault Zoe, which is a bigger car, has a larger 50kWh battery and can travel 245 miles between charges.

Benefits of electric lease cars

1. Fewer moving parts make them cheaper to maintain 2. Charging an electric car is cheaper than fuelling 3. Zero emissions driving 4. Quicker acceleration than most petrol and diesel cars 5. Electric cars tend to have the latest driver technology onboard

What are the benefits of electric car leasing?

Leasing an electric car gives you access to a greener vehicle, the latest equipment and cheap running costs. Our electric car lease deals help you find the right electric car to suit your budget. Simply decide on your make and model or search for a new electric car lease using your monthly budget. Once you've found the electric car you want and agreed on a price, you'll pay fixed monthly payments until your contract ends – it’s as easy as that. Businesses are increasingly looking at business electric leasing for fleets because there’s very little company car tax to pay on pure-electric models. On top of this, many workplaces now provide their own free charging points, which means you can save money when commuting to the office five days a week. All our new electric cars available to lease come with road tax included for the duration of your contract, as well as the full manufacturer’s warranty. So, you’re covered for any electrical faults not caused by driver error.

Where can I charge my electric lease car?

The beauty of electric cars is that you can charge them almost anywhere with access to an outlet. Home charging is one of the best ways to charge your EV because you can benefit from cheaper tariffs and top up your electric lease car's batteries overnight while you're asleep. That way when it comes to driving your car in the morning, you'll have enough range to go about your day. All electric lease cars come with Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) which includes a basic charging cable that lets you charge it from a three-pin socket. However, this can take a long time and isn't a long-term solution as you could end up overloading the socket. If you have off-street parking, you can have a designated home charger installed which will give you a full charge in 7-8 hours. If you need to top up your electric lease car while you're out and about, the UK has tens of thousands of fast and rapid charging stations that can provide an 80% charge in as little as 20-30 minutes. There's also an increasing number of workplaces that are installing electric car chargers for employees to use for free while at work. You can find out more information about the best way to top up your EV's battery with our guide to where you can charge your electric car. Confident you want to make the switch to an electric lease? Start your search today.

Are electric cars cheap to lease?

Electric car leasing is one of the cheapest ways to drive away in a brand-new EV. We have electric car lease deals available from less than £250 per month. If the electric car you're looking to lease has a retail price of less than £32,000, you'll also benefit from the UK Government's plug-in grant. When you're ready to order your electric car, the leasing funder will apply this grant, which will be knocked off the total lease cost, and provide you with a full quote.

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Q: What is electric car leasing?

Electric car leasing lets you drive a brand-new EV (electric vehicle) for fixed monthly payments. Included in the cost is a charging cable which lets you charge the car from a three- pin socket, free delivery and road tax for the duration of your agreement. With an electric car lease you’ll be hiring your EV for 2-4 years before handing it back to the leasing provider. Your monthly payments will be determined by how much initial payment you put down for the car, your contract length and annual mileage.

Q: Is electric car leasing worth it?

Because electric cars are generally more expensive than petrol or diesel models, EV leasing can make these models more affordable. You can be flexible with how much you want to pay upfront for the car, and the monthly payments are fixed so that you can easily budget for your new vehicle. For your peace of mind, every electric car available to lease is brand-new and comes with the manufacturer’s full warranty. These tend to be longer than the average lease term, so you won’t have to pay for any unexpected repairs out of your own pocket.

Q: What grants are available for electric leasing?

There are two government grants available to you that can make leasing an electric car more affordable. 1. Plug-in Car Grant - £2,500 deducted from the car’s initial purchase price. Once you’ve ordered your EV, the leasing provider will request the Plug-in Car Grant and apply it to your lease. 2. OLEV (Office for Low Emissions Vehicles) charger grant - £350 off the cost of purchasing an electric car home charger. You must be at least six months into your lease agreement and have access to off-street parking to be eligible for this grant.

Q: Where can I charge my electric car?

You can charge your electric car at home, work, supermarket car parks or the thousands of public charging stations available across the UK. For more information on the differences between each charging location, check out our full guide to charging EVs.

Find the best electric car lease deals with our latest electric car leasing comparison search. Compare thousands of electric vehicles from approved UK lease providers and get the cheapest price on the latest EVs.

Electric lease deal of the week

Volkswagen ID.7

210kW Match Pro 77kWh 5dr Auto

from £354 per month

Best selling electric cars
We've chosen leading providers in the UK, take a look at our listing below of the best electric cars available.

1.6T Hybrid N Line 5dr Auto

from £232.80 /month

Vauxhall ASTRA

115kW Ultimate 54kWh 5dr Auto

from £159.97 /month

Vauxhall CORSA

100kW Ultimate 50kWh 5dr Auto

from £168.50 /month

BYD DOLPHIN

150kW Comfort 60.4kWh Auto

from £159.91 /month

Volkswagen TOUAREG

3.0 V6 TSI eHybrid 4Motion R 5dr Tip Auto

from £737.10 /month

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Our electric offers are too good to miss! Below, you can compare a range of deals on electric cars, to find your perfect companion for the road.

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110kW N-Connecta 39kWh 5dr Auto

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115kW GS 54kWh 5dr Auto

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150kW Comfort 60.4kWh Auto

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100kW Ultimate 50kWh 5dr Auto

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100kW GS 50kWh 5dr Auto

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Citroen / C4
100kW Max 50kWh 5dr Auto

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This is just a selection of our lease deals. You can view all our offers and fully tailor your search to find the best deal to suit your needs.

Why Switch to an electric car lease?

Electric car leasing gives you access to a greener vehicle, the latest equipment and cheap running costs. Simply decide on your make and model or search by your monthly budget and then make fixed monthly payments until your contract ends – it’s as easy as that.

With major brands such as BMW, Audi and Nissan creating their own versions of these green vehicles, now is a great time to find a top deal on a brand-new electric car lease.

Businesses are increasingly looking at business EV leasing for fleets because there’s very little company car tax to pay on pure-electric models. On top of this, many workplaces now provide their own free charging points, which means you can save money when commuting to the office five days a week. All our new EVs come with the full manufacturer’s warranty throughout your contract, so you’re covered for any electrical faults not caused by driver error.

How does electric car leasing work?

Electric car leasing is like long-term rental of a brand-new EV. You get to enjoy the flexibility of spreading the cost of an electric car over 2-4 years.

With an electric car lease deal, you:

Choose which electric car you would like to lease

Decide how long you want to lease it for — usually 2-4 years

Select how much you want to pay upfront

Set the number of miles you wish to drive per year

Why consider an electric car?

Electric cars are considerably cheaper to run than standard petrol and diesel cars, with the average cost of public charging an EV costing around £7 for a 30-minute rapid charge (equivalent to adding around 100 miles). With fuel prices only continuing to rise, cheaper charging, plus additional tax and congestion charge exemptions for EVs make them a great choice for saving money.

An electric car is much better for the environment than a standard petrol or diesel car. All electric cars produce zero emissions from an exhaust, so they play a major part in keeping the air cleaner. Their near-silent drivetrains also mean that they don't contribute towards noise pollution, either, which is a very real public health concern, especially within built-up cities.

The UK’s electric car charging infrastructure is constantly improving and there’s currently more than 40,000 public charge point connectors available to use at more than 15,000 locations, including petrol stations, supermarkets and motorway service stations. So, you'll always find somewhere to top up your batteries.

Electric cars are really fun to drive. Most electric cars have quicker acceleration than combustion vehicles due to the fact that they don’t have to burn fuel before generating power — it's instant when you press the accelerator. They're also easier in stop-start traffic, where you can use ‘one-pedal’ driving, meaning you can slow the car down and even bring it to a full stop by simply releasing the accelerator.

Why lease cars with Moneyshake

Choose your car and lease profile

Compare lease deals on the latest new cars and tailor your initial rental, contract length and mileage for a monthly payment that suits your budget.

Submit your enquiry

Check the details of your lease and vehicle. Once you're happy, click "enquire now" and we'll securely pass your details to your chosen lease provider.

Enjoy your brand new car

The leasing provider will contact you and confirm the specifics of the vehicle and lease term. They will place your order and keep you updated with progress.

Electric leasing guides

We've provided a selection of the best electric car leasing guides, where you can find more information to help you make an informed decision.

Guide: Electric Car Leasing Explained Guide: How Does Leasing a Car Work? Guide: Business Car Leasing Explained

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Electric leasing FAQs

If you still have any questions in regards to leasing an electric car car, we've provided answers to the most commonly asked questions below.

What is electric car leasing?

Is electric car leasing worth it?

What grants are available for electric leasing?

Where can I charge my electric car?

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Best selling electric cars We've chosen leading providers in the UK, take a look at our listing below of the best electric cars available.

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Why Switch to an electric car lease?

How does electric car leasing work?

Why consider an electric car?

Why lease cars with Moneyshake

Electric leasing guides

Electric leasing FAQs

Best selling electric cars
We've chosen leading providers in the UK, take a look at our listing below of the best electric cars available.