Car manufacturer EV discounts in response to Government grant uncertainty

August 5, 2025

Skoda Enyaq

Here’s an updated list of car manufacturers offering their own EV discounts or incentives in response to uncertainty or ineligibility around the UK Government’s 2025 Electric Car Grant Scheme:

Smart

Launched a private “Smart EV Car Grant” on the Smart #1 and #3 models, offering £1,500 off on top of the existing £2,000 discount, totalling up to £3,500 savings. Includes 0% APR finance.

Smart #1

Hyundai

Introduced its Hyundai Electric Grant: £3,750 off the new Inster model and £1,500 off on other EVs like the Kona Electric, IONIQ 5, IONIQ 6, IONIQ 5 N and IONIQ 9. Automatically applied at point of sale until at least 31 August 2025.

MG Motor UK

Offers a brand-specific MG EV Car Grant applying £1500 off new MG4 EV, MG4 EV XPower, and MGS5 EV models, plus a £1000 test‑drive voucher (total saving up to £2500). Valid for private retail customers until 30 September 2025.

Volkswagen Group (VW / Skoda / Cupra)

Introduced a £1500 'Grant Guarantee' across selected electric models including VW ID.3, ID.4, Skoda Enyaq and Elroq, and the Cupra Born, valid until 31 August 2025 (orders before that date). Ensures discount even if vehicles are ineligible for the official grant.

VW ID.4

BYD

Due to ongoing uncertainty about eligibility for the official grant, BYD is offering a five-year servicing package on selected new and approved used electric models, including the Dolphin Surf, Dolphin and Atto 3, due to uncertainty over the Government’s Electric Car Grant. It has also extended its battery warranty to eight years or 155,342 miles across its EV and PHEV range.

Summary Table

Manufacturer	Offer Type	Models Covered	Discount / Incentive	Limitations / Duration
Smart	Own EV grant	#1, #3	£1500 + £2000 = £3500	0% APR available
Hyundai	Manufacturer grant	Inster, Kona, Ioniq 5/6/9, etc.	£3750 (Inster) or £1500	Until at least 31 August 2025
MG	MG EV Car Grant & voucher	MG4, MG4 XPower, MGS5	Up to £2500 (incl. £1000)	Retail customers only, to Sep 30
VW / Skoda / Cupra	Grant Guarantee	ID.3, ID.4, Enyaq, Elroq, Born	£1500	Order by 31 August 2025
BYD	Servicing / Warranty offer	Selected new & approved used EVs	5-years free servicing	No direct price discount