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.
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.
All information is correct as of January 2024 and is sourced directly from the Motability Scheme's website.
Audi Q4
BMW i4
BMW IX1
BYD Atto 3
BYD Dolphin
Citroen Berlingo
Citroen C4
Citroen C4 X
Citroen Space Tourer
Cupra Born
DS 3
Fiat 500 Hatchback
Fiat 600
Ford Mustang Mach-e
Ora Funky Cat
Honda e NY1
Honda Honda e
Hyundai Ioniq 5
Hyundai Ioniq 6
Hyundai Kona
Jeep Avenger
Kia EV6
Kia Niro
Kia Soul
Lexus UX
Mazda MX-30
MG MG4
MG MG5
MG MG ZS
Nissan Ariya
Nissan Leaf
Peugeot 2008
Peugeot 208
Peugeot Traveller
Renault Megane e-Tech
Renault ZOE
Skoda Enyaq Coupe
Skoda Enyaq Estate
Toyota Bz4x
Vauxhall Astra Hatchback
Vauxhall Combi Life
Vauxhall Corsa
Vauxhall Mokka-e
Vauxhall Vivaro Life
Volkswagen ID.3
Volkswagen ID.4
Volkswagen ID.5
Volvo C40
Volvo EX30
Volvo XC40
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 |
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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