EV Tariffs UK 2026: Compare Octopus, EDF, OVO and British Gas

Compare the main UK EV electricity tariffs in 2026, including Octopus Go, Intelligent Octopus, EDF GoElectric, OVO Charge Anytime and British Gas EV, with real-world savings and switching tips.

Key takeaways

• Cheap overnight rate is the whole game, typically 5p to 10p per kWh
• Savings only count if most charging happens in the off-peak window
• Standing charges and peak rates can wipe out the saving
• Smart tariffs schedule automatically but need supported kit
• Always model the full annual cost before switching

UK EV Tariffs 2026: Octopus, EDF, OVO and British Gas on TrustWatt