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Driving electric: A step-by-step guide

This simple guide makes driving electric even more of a breeze. It includes advice on choosing the right model, an overview of the buying process, ways to save money, as well as an explanation of the build-up and handover period. 

Step 1: Finding you the right Volkswagen electric car

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Model comparison

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

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Build your electric car

In a few easy steps, our configurator tool allows you to build a personalised version of your chosen Volkswagen electric car.

Build your electric car
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Book a test drive

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

Book a test drive
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Browse available stock

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

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Step 2: Choosing the right extras

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Installation

Home charger

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An ID.4 and an ID.5 side by side on a parking lot
Warranties and insurance

Volkswagen insurance

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A service representative at a VW service centre
Servicing and maintenance

Electric servicing

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ID.3 at a VW service center
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.

    Find out more about charging
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    OVO Energy

    With OVO Charge Anytime, you can charge your electric Volkswagen for just 7p per kWh anytime you charge your EV from home. Charge Anytime is free to add to any OVO plan and, unlike others, allows you to charge at a reduced rate any time of the day- the clue is in the name. You’ll also get personalised insights into your charging habits and see how much money you’re saving with Charge Anytime credits. All of this can be managed through the OVO app.

    Discover OVO energy
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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 car owners.

    Learn more about grants and tax breaks

Step 4: Purchasing a Volkswagen electric car checklist

We advise you to run through this checklist before you make your final decision to purchase your Volkswagen electric car. 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 electric Volkswagen. 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.

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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.