Could switching your Motability vehicle to an Electric car save you money?

First, let's look at the savings you could make against petrol at an average standard electricity rate:

Assuming you drive 6,000 miles per year, the cost of charging your Nissan LEAF at an average standard rate of 43p per kilowatt (kWh) would be £11.31. This contrasts with the £32.51 it would cost to fill up a petrol car for the same distance. That means you could save £21.20 per 168 miles driven, or £757.27 annually.

But the savings don't stop there. If you switch to a Go Drive Rate with Octopus Go and charge overnight, you could save even more:

Using the same 6,000 miles per year, but with a reduced cost of electricity at 10p per kWh, the cost of charging your Nissan LEAF would be just £3.90. This is compared to the £32.51 it would cost for petrol, meaning you could save £28.61 per 168 miles driven or an impressive £1,021.92 annually.

In addition to the cost savings, the Nissan LEAF has other benefits as well. As an electric car, it produces zero emissions and is much quieter than petrol cars. It also has a range of up to 168 miles on a single charge, making it perfect for daily commutes and short trips around town.

*Figures provided are based on average rates of electricity and 6000 miles per annum. This may vary depending on your energy provider. Figures provided for representation purposes and should be taken as an example.