What Electric Cars Are Available on the Motability Scheme?

The Motability Scheme helps disabled drivers in the UK "get mobile by exchanging (their) qualifying mobility allowance to lease a new affordable car, Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle, scooter or powered wheelchair."

 

With many of us looking to switch to an electric car soon, Motability drivers may be wondering if and how they can own an EV in 2024 and beyond.

 

In this article, we will list what electric cars are currently on the Motability Scheme and recommend our top picks based on your needs.

 

Who is Eligible for the Motability Scheme?

You must receive one of the following disability allowances to be eligible to drive an electric car with the Motability Scheme:

 

• Enhanced Rate of the Mobility Component of Personal Independence Payment (PIP)
• Higher Rate Mobility Component of the Disability Living Allowance (DLA)
• Higher Rate Mobility Component of Child Disability Payment (Scotland)
• War Pensioners’ Mobility Support (WPMS)
• Armed Forces Independence Payment (AFIP)

 

You must have at least 12 months remaining on your allowance when you apply.

 

Which Electric Cars are Available on the Motability Scheme?

All information is correct as of June 2024 and is sourced directly from the Motability Scheme's website.

• Abarth 500
• Audi Q4
• BMW IX1
• BMW IX2
• BYD Atto 3
• BYD Dolphin
• Citroën Berlingo
• Citroën C4
• Citroën C4 X
• Citroën Space Tourer
• Cupra Born
• DS 3
• Fiat 500 Hatchback
• Fiat 500 Sports
• Fiat 600
• Ford Mustang Mach-e
• GWM ORA 03
• Honda e NY1
• Hyundai Ioniq 5
• Hyundai Ioniq 6
• Hyundai Kona
• Jeep Avenger
• Kia EV6
• Kia Niro
• Kia Soul
• Lexus UX
• Mazda MX-30
• Mercedes-Benz EQA
• MG MG4
• MG MG5
• MG MG ZS
• MINI Cooper
• MINI Countryman
• Nissan Ariya
• Nissan Leaf
• Peugeot 2008
• Peugeot 208
• Peugeot 3008
• Peugeot 308 Estate 
• Peugeot 308 Hatchback
• Renault Megane e-Tech
• Renault Scenic e-Tech
• smart Hashtag 1
• Skoda Enyaq Coupe
• Skoda Enyaq Estate
• Toyota Bz4x
• Vauxhall Astra Hatchback
• Vauxhall Astra Estate 
• Vauxhall Combo Life
• Vauxhall Corsa
• Vauxhall Mokka-e
• Vauxhall Vivaro Life
• Volkswagen ID.3
• Volkswagen ID.4
• Volkswagen ID.5
• Volvo C40
• Volvo EX30
• Volvo XC40

 

What are the Best Electric Cars Eligible for the Motability Scheme?

If you need an electric family car, we would recommend choosing one of the following:

• Citroën C4
• MG4
• Peugeot e-2008
• Renault Megane e-Tech
• Vauxhall Mokka-e

 

If you need a small electric car, we would recommend choosing one of the following:

• Fiat 500e
• Honda e
• Nissan Leaf
• Peugeot e-208
• Vauxhall Corsa-e

 

How Do I Apply for the Motability Scheme?

If you believe you are eligble for an electric car on the Motability Scheme, you can apply online via the motability website. 

 

If you are unsure if you are eligble, speak to your allowance provider. They will be able to inform you of what you are entitled to, and talk you through the process of applying for an electric car on the Motability Scheme. The Motability website has plenty of helpful tools and advice should you require any help. 

 

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