The UK government has today expanded its Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme, adding six new electric vehicle models eligible for discount—two of which qualify for the maximum £3,750 grant, with the remaining four receiving £1,500 each.
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Two Ford Models Receive Maximum £3,750 Grant
Included in the latest update are two Ford models: the Ford Puma Gen-E and the Ford e-Tourneo Courier, both now eligible for the maximum £3,750 discount off the list price.
This announcement brings the total number of eligible models under the ECG scheme to 28 vehicles, part of the government’s £650 million push to reduce upfront costs and accelerate the transition to electric mobility.
Summary of the 6 new cars added:
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander said: “We’re putting money back in people’s pockets and making it easier and cheaper for families to make the switch to electric, by delivering discounts of up to £3,750 on EVs.
“Our measures are driving competition in the UK EV market, boosting economic growth and supporting jobs and skills as part of our Plan for Change.”
Iain Reid, Head of Editorial at Carwow, says: “The Ford Puma has been the UK’s best-selling car throughout 2025, with more than 30,000 sold by August. Adding the Puma Gen-E to the Electric Car Grant (ECG) scheme is hugely significant. The Puma is a model that resonates instantly — and with the full £3,750 grant now applied, what was already compelling becomes highly attractive. Other eligible models have already seen up to an 85% uplift in consumer enquiries since the scheme began, and the Puma Gen-E has the potential to be a halo model that accelerates that momentum.
“The timing is especially important: September and March are the two biggest months in the UK car market, often accounting for around a third of annual new registrations. Many consumers deliberately hold off purchasing a new car until the September plate arrives, and this announcement gives them a financial incentive not just to buy, but to go electric. We also know buyers flood Carwow in the run-up to plate change, and this year they’ll be seeing electric vehicles (EVs) at their most competitive prices yet.
“Our data shows us that the introduction of the ECG has sparked strong consumer demand for EVs. After the initial grant announcement in early July, enquiries placed with dealers via Carwow for EVs priced below the qualifying £37,000 increased by 124%, week-on-week. EVs priced above the threshold also benefited, with a 57% rise in enquiries over the same period, reflecting a general improvement in EV consideration and purchase intent across the BEV segment.”
Sue Robinson, Chief Executive of the National Franchised Dealers Association (NFDA), representing car and commercial retailers across the UK, commented: “NFDA welcomes the addition of further models to the Electric Car Grant scheme. Cost has consistently been the number one barrier to EV adoption, and this expansion will help make electric vehicles more attainable.
“Franchised dealers are EV ready, but the perception that EVs do not yet offer value for money has slowed sales. The inclusion of the Ford Puma Gen-E and e-Tourneo Courier at the maximum £3,750 discount is a significant step in helping more drivers make the switch.”
RAC head of policy Simon Williams said: “It’s great to see details of the first two models qualifying for the full £3,750 Electric Car Grant. This represents a significant saving for drivers which we hope further stimulates demand and encourages other manufacturers to follow suit. We’ve long called for the Government to reintroduce an EV grant aimed at the more affordable end of the market, so it’s very positive to see this happening in support of the switch to electric motoring.”
