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Make switching a walk in the park: A step-by-step guide

Our handy guide will walk you through the whole ‘going electric’ process – including choosing the right model and extras, an overview of the buying process, ways to save money as well as the waiting and handover period.

Step 1: Finding you the right Volkswagen electric vehicle

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Model comparison

Use our comparison tool to choose your Volkswagen electric vehicle. Select up to 3 cars and see their features & specifications side by side to make the right choice.

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Configurator

Configure your Volkswagen electric vehicle and build your own car in a few simple steps.

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Book a test drive

Come and get a feel for a Volkswagen electric vehicle. An EV expert will be on hand to introduce you to a whole new, exciting way of driving.

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Browse available stock

See what’s ready and available right now. If you see a Volkswagen electric vehicle you like, it can be delivered directly to your nearest retailer.

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Step 2: Choosing the right extras

Installation

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Warranties and insurance

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Servicing and maintenance

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Vehicle and battery warranties

Warranties

Step 3: Ways to save money

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    We Charge

    Charging is simple with We Charge, the smart service you can use to charge your ID. Simply open the Volkswagen app and check for the nearest charging station, then charge your vehicle at a great price according to your We Charge Plan.

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    Octopus Energy

    Green energy provider, Octopus offer a next generation tariff for electric vehicle charging. By charging through a compatible home charger such as Ohme, Octopus is able to provide a lower tariff charge time for six hours every night.

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    Grants and tax breaks

    View our guide to a wide range of government grants, tax breaks and a host of other money saving incentives available to Volkswagen electric vehicle owners.

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Step 4: Purchasing a Volkswagen electric vehicle checklist

We advise you to run through this checklist before you make your final decision to purchase your Volkswagen electric vehicle. It’s a quick way to double check you’ve chosen the right model and have the right finance option in place.

Research and compare models

Use our comparison tool to choose your Volkswagen electric vehicle. Select up to 3 cars and see their features & specifications side by side to make the right choice.

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Important information :

^If you are selecting a Volkswagen ID.3, ID.4, ID.5, ID.7, ID.7 Tourer or ID.Buzz then prices shown are the MDP (Manufacturer's Direct Price).  This is the price set by Volkswagen which you pay for the vehicle.  Volkswagen ID vehicles are sold by Volkswagen UK, a trading division of Volkswagen Group United Kingdom Limited (please note that you will need to visit an authorised Volkswagen Retailer (acting as agent for Volkswagen UK) to order, purchase and take delivery of your Volkswagen ID vehicle).  The MDP includes delivery to an authorised Volkswagen Retailer (acting as agent for Volkswagen UK), number plates, new vehicle registration fee, the first year's Vehicle Excise Duty and VAT (calculated at 20%).  You can find out more about the Volkswagen model for selling ID vehicles by clicking https://www.volkswagen.co.uk/en/legal/mdp-explained.html.

If you are selecting any other Volkswagen vehicle (excluding the Volkswagen ID.3, ID.4, ID.5, ID.7, ID.7 Tourer or ID.Buzz) then prices listed are Manufacturer’s ‘On the road’ Recommended Retail Price. Actual prices are set by Volkswagen authorised retailers in their sole discretion – always obtain these prices from your chosen Volkswagen Retailer.  Recommended On-The-Road (OTR) retail prices include: delivery charge, number plates, new vehicle registration fee, the first year's Vehicle Excise Duty and VAT (calculated at 20%). Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information above. Prices are taken from the Volkswagen website - this website contains a large number of products and it is always possible that, despite our best efforts, some of the products listed may be incorrectly priced. Volkswagen may change prices at any time (this includes where there are government changes in regulation and/or legislation). There may be a delay to any price displaying correctly on our materials and it is always possible that, despite our best efforts, some vehicles may be incorrectly priced. Always check prices with your local retailer.

Please be advised we may not be able to provide valuations for vehicles which are outside certain age or mileage ranges, specialist or customised, or not registered in the UK. The actual sale price is dependent on a number of additional factors, which you can discuss further with your retailer. T&Cs will apply.