Why Leasing an EV Might Be the Smartest Way to Drive Electric

Let’s be honest: buying a car outright, especially an electric one, can feel like a massive financial commitment, and for a lot of people, it’s just not doable. But here’s the thing… You don’t have to buy to go electric. Leasing an EV might just be the smartest (and simplest) way to make the switch without blowing your budget. And if you haven’t looked into it yet, now’s the time.

EV for less than your coffee habit?

Yep, seriously. There are lease deals right now where you can drive a brand-new electric car for less each day than your oat milk flat white. That’s not an exaggeration.

Car manufacturers are keen to hit their electric vehicle targets (thanks to the government’s ZEV mandate), and one of the ways they do it?

Put EVs on leasing sites at bargain rates.

And for you? That means lower monthly costs, minimal fuss, and no worrying about selling it later. Just hand it back at the end and pick your next one.

So, why lease an EV?

Here’s what makes leasing electric such a win:

• Low monthly payments – often much cheaper than PCP deals or loans
• No resale hassle – return it and move on
• Always driving the latest tech – range, features, safety upgrades
• Battery degradation? Not your problem
• Lower servicing costs – EVs have fewer moving parts
• Possible tax perks if you're a business owner

But… is it right for everyone?

Not always. Leasing usually comes with:

• A mileage cap (so don’t plan a road trip to Spain and back every weekend)
• A deposit upfront
• A fixed term – usually 2 to 4 years

But if you know how you’ll use your car and you’re happy with a bit of structure, leasing can be a really flexible, affordable route to electric driving.

What about business owners?

Even better. If you’re VAT registered, you can claim a portion of the lease costs back. EVs also have attractive Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax rates. And with many businesses looking to cut carbon and costs, it’s a smart move all round.

TL;DR?

Leasing lets you drive a shiny new EV without the eye-watering price tag.
You stay ahead of the curve, enjoy the savings, and skip the ownership headache.

Ready to see what’s possible?

Want help figuring out how EV leasing fits into your lifestyle or business fleet? Let’s talk.

Contact EVC Solutions today to see what’s possible for your business and make the switch to a cleaner, greener future.