Electric vehicles are becoming an increasingly popular choice for UK drivers, and salary sacrifice schemes are helping make the switch more affordable than ever.
With potential tax savings, fixed monthly costs and access to the latest EVs, it's easy to see why more employees and businesses are exploring salary sacrifice in 2026.
Interested in finding out how much you could save? Speak to the Citygate Leasing team to explore your options.
What Is Salary Sacrifice?
Salary sacrifice allows employees to access a vehicle through their employer using a portion of their gross salary.
Because payments are made before tax and National Insurance deductions, many drivers can reduce the overall cost of driving a new electric vehicle compared to other funding methods.
Why Are More Drivers Choosing It?
There are several reasons salary sacrifice schemes continue to grow in popularity:
- Potential tax savings
- Access to brand-new electric vehicles
- Fixed monthly costs
- Reduced running costs
- Convenient all-in-one packages
As EV technology continues to improve, more drivers are seeing salary sacrifice as a practical and affordable route into electric motoring.
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Is It Better Than Personal Leasing?
The right option depends on individual circumstances, but salary sacrifice can often provide greater savings for employees who have access to a scheme through their employer.
For many drivers, the combination of tax efficiency and predictable monthly payments makes it an attractive alternative to personal leasing or vehicle finance.
How Can Businesses Benefit?
Salary sacrifice schemes can help businesses:
- Support sustainability goals
- Enhance employee benefits packages
- Attract and retain talent
- Encourage EV adoption within the workforce
As demand for electric vehicles grows, many businesses are introducing salary sacrifice schemes as part of their wider employee benefits strategy.
Thinking about introducing a salary sacrifice scheme? Our team can help you understand the benefits for your business.
Find Out More
Whether you're an employer looking to introduce a salary sacrifice scheme or an employee interested in driving an EV, Citygate Leasing can help.
Our team can guide you through the available options and help you find a solution that works for you.