ADAC sees great savings potential in electric cars - especially for company cars

The abrupt end of government subsidies for electric cars in December has unsettled many customers and came too early, according to the ADAC. In view of the extensive financial burden associated with buying a car, planning is essential, says the motorists' association. In addition to the loss of confidence, the halt of the environmental bonus also means significant financial losses for buyers who had already ordered an electric vehicle.

On the positive side, the mobility club notes that the market has moved since the government support ended about six weeks ago. Those looking for an electric car now can enjoy some considerable discounts. In addition to the meanwhile partly expired takeover guarantees of manufacturers for the abolished state bonus, some brands are now offering significantly higher discounts or lowering prices – a notable difference for company car drivers, as a lower list price positively affects the taxable benefit in kind.

According to an ADAC survey (as of 02.02.2024), Dacia is currently offering a discount of 10,000 euros on the Spring Electric. The electric small car thus costs only 12,750 euros. VW is offering discounts of 4760 to 7735 euros on the ID models 3, 4, 5, and 7. Renault has lowered the list price of the Mégane E-Tech and it is currently being sold for 6400 to 7200 euros less. BYD is also reducing the sales price of the Atto 3, Dolphin, Seal, Han, Tang, and ETP3 models and offering substantial discounts, allowing buyers to save between 5588 and 19,040 euros.