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UK Car Dealers Slash Prices, EVs See 12.9% Discounts

1/31/2026

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Dealers in the United Kingdom are offering discounts on new cars, averaging £5,911 off the on-the-road price.
Electric vehicles see larger cuts, averaging a 12.9% discount.
Despite higher upfront costs, EV ownership may be cheaper due to efficiency and reduced maintenance.
The UK electric car grant has helped some models reach price parity with petrol cars.
Competition from Chinese brands is intensifying, prompting dealers to return to pre-pandemic discounting.

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Story summary

Dealers in the United Kingdom are offering discounts on new cars, averaging £5,911 off the on-the-road price.
Electric vehicles see larger cuts, averaging a 12.9% discount.
Despite higher upfront costs, EV ownership may be cheaper due to efficiency and reduced maintenance.
The UK electric car grant has helped some models reach price parity with petrol cars.
Competition from Chinese brands is intensifying, prompting dealers to return to pre-pandemic discounting.