Total Cost of Ownership
How can going electric save you money?
If you're considering making the switch from traditional fuels it's important to consider the savings you can make by driving an EV.
The most obvious saving is in fuel costs. EV driver's who charge their vehicle at home will typically find their running costs reduced by 50% or more. For example, using typical prices from February 2026 of 137.01p per litre of petrol and 26.35p per kWh of electricity, the average petrol car would cost £17.64 per 100 miles whereas a Leapmotor B10 would cost just £7.64.
There's other factors to consider too; lower maintenance costs, exemption from low-emission zone charges, and reduced vehicle tax to name a few.
- Reduced Fuel Costs
Charge at home for significant savings versus traditional fuels. Take advantage of overnight rates or EV specific energy tariffs for further savings.
- Vehicle Tax
A new Leapmotor will cost just £10 in road tax for the first year of ownership. A petrol vehicle would cost you £440.
- Servicing & Maintenance
With fewer mechanical components you'll find that electric cars require less maintenance, saving you both money and time on workshop visits.
Other Savings To Consider
Leapmotor cars come equipped with intelligent regenerative braking technology, allowing some of the energy used to slow the car down while braking to replenish the battery. This results in excellent efficiency while using this EV unique feature.
With zero emissions produced, Leapmotor vehicles do not attract charges in Ultra Low Emission Zones (ULEZ). Not only will you save money when travelling to these areas, it makes your journey easier too with one less thing to worry about.
Leapmotor cars qualify for a 3% Benefit In Kind (BiK) rate, making them a fantastic choice for company car drivers. Typically petrol and diesel cars attract a rate of between 20% - 37%. The Leapmotor rate is due to increase by 1% yearly until reaching 5% - still far lower than traditionally fuelled vehicles.
Powering an electric car produces far less CO2 than alternatives, and a reduced number of degrading mechanical parts mean less material waste too. Leapmotor cars are quiet and drive smoothly for minimal impact on the environment.