Ford Puma Gen-E announced as the first EV to qualify for full £3750 grant

The UK’s new Electric Car Grant (ECG) has already shaken up the EV market, with search volumes for models that qualify for the full saving. To unlock the Band 1 maximum £3,750 discount, an electric car needs to: 

• have a base model that retails under the £37,000 price cap (but not retail for over £42,000 with any extras or upgraded trim levels added)
• have a minimum battery range of 100 miles
• have a 3-year or 60,000 mile warranty
• be powered by a battery with an 8-year or 100,000 mile warranty
• meet minimum sustainability criteria

So far, just two EVs have made the Band 1 cut, and one of them is the Ford Puma Gen-E. That means the UK’s best-selling car of 2024 is now also one of the most affordable ways to go electric, with the grant making it even more attractive for drivers switching to EVs. 

Currently there are 33 electric car models that qualify for the Band 2 £1,500 Electric car grant discount level including the popular : Volkswagen ID.3, Peugeot e-2008 and sport-styled Cupra Born if a performance hot hatch is more your style. But if the full £3,750 discount on - let’s face it an already great value for money car - the Puma gen-e appeals then here’s our full review to help you decide if it’s the electric car for you:  

Ford Puma Gen-E Review: Britain’s Favourite Car Goes Electric 

The Ford Puma has been a runaway success in the UK – in fact, it was the country’s best-selling car in 2024, with over 48,000 registrations. Now, Ford has taken that winning formula and made it electric with the Ford Puma Gen-E. For drivers looking for a smooth, practical, and affordable entry point into the world of EVs, this SUV-inspired compact crossover could be one of the most appealing options yet. 

Design & Everyday Practicality  

On the outside, the Puma Gen-E looks reassuringly familiar. Ford hasn’t reinvented the wheel – instead, it’s kept the sleek, smart crossover styling that made the petrol Puma such a hit. Inside, there’s a modern cabin with quality finishes, mood lighting, plenty of tech, and the same clever boot space solutions. It’s an EV that feels instantly usable for everyday family life. 

Boot Space: The “Gigabox” Advantage 

One of the Puma’s cleverest tricks carries over to the Gen-E: the Ford Gigabox. It’s a deep storage well hidden under the boot floor, adding around 145 extra litres of usable space.  Gigabox makes the Gem-e’s boot deep enough to carry taller things upright, like plants, pushchairs, or golf clubs. It’s also waterproof and has a drain plug, so you can hose it out after muddy walks, sandy beach trips, or sports gear storage. Combined with the main boot, it gives the Puma Gen-E a total 523 litres of boot space, some of the largest luggage capacity in its class.