Electric car hire in Edinburgh – your smart travel solution

Q: Do I need to return the electric car with a full charge?

No – you don’t need to worry about fully charging before returning the vehicle, which will save you time and money.

Q: How can I increase the range of an electric car?

Adjusting the heating and air conditioning to maximise its efficiency is a great energy saver and can extend your journey distance.

Q: When should I top up the charge?

We recommend topping up at 20% to ensure that you never find yourself with no charge. It’s the same as with a petrol engine – when the tank gets low you refuel.

Less pollution and cost savings – what better way to explore Edinburgh than in an electric car? Whether you’re visiting Scotland on business or for a family holiday, electric car hire Edinburgh will keep you moving.

Choose from a wide selection of electric cars to hire and experience a smooth, stress-free journey.

Electric car hire Edinburgh

Why hire an electric car in Edinburgh?

If you want to try driving an electric car for the first time, hiring is the ideal option. You’ll soon find out how easy it is, and the benefits are numerous, including:

Energy efficiency – contributing to eco-friendly travel
Reduced journey costs – allowing you to drive further
A smooth ride – for passenger comfort
Reduced noise – listen to music or chat to your companions without the engine sound in the background

Alternatively, if you have an electric car at home, electric car hire Edinburgh means you can drive a familiar vehicle. This will save you time getting used to how an electric car works.

Choose Europcar for electric car hire Edinburgh

We offer a vast choice of electric vehicles to hire, from a Jeep if you prefer something sporty to a stylish Mercedes. Of course, you can also hire the iconic Tesla – the pinnacle of the electric car experience.

You can pick up at one point and drop off at another with electric car hire Edinburgh, whether you’re heading for London, Glasgow or Bristol.

Charging is easy – we supply the cables you need. All you have to do is plan your journey so you can top up if you need to. We recommend the Zapmap app which shows you all the charge points available in the UK.

Good to know

Electric cars are exempt from the London and other city congestion and low emission zone charges in the UK until the end of 2025.

Is driving an electric car difficult?

Many people find driving an electric car easier than a petrol or diesel car. One of the reasons is that you don't have to change gear thanks to an automatic gearbox.

You also get instant acceleration when you touch the pedal – allowing you to merge in traffic and overtake easily.

Electric cars use regenerative braking, which helps slow the car down and charge the battery at the same time. This can extend the range so you don't have to top up the charge so often.

Discover the convenience and sustainability of hiring electric cars in Edinburgh and book with Europcar today.

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FAQs – Electric car hire in Edinburgh

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When should I top up the charge?

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