Citroën, Renault, Peugeot... here are the electric models eligible for social leasing

France is set to launch a new social leasing program for electric vehicles on July 16, aiming to make eco-friendly transportation more affordable for a significant number of households. The initiative will offer around twenty different electric models with monthly payments ranging from 94 to 199 euros, excluding insurance and maintenance costs.

This program is designed to benefit 50,000 households and requires applicants to meet several criteria. Key requirements include being of legal age, a tax resident in France, and having a reference tax income per share below or equal to 16,880 euros. Additionally, beneficiaries must use the vehicle for commuting to work located at least 10 kilometers from their home, or demonstrate at least 8,000 kilometers of professional travel annually.

Several models are positioned as particularly affordable, with three city cars available for under 100 euros per month. The Citroën ë-C3 is offered starting at 94 euros monthly without a down payment, making it one of the most accessible options. The Fiat Grande Panda electric is available from 95 euros, and the Opel Frontera Electric from 99 euros.

Other eligible vehicles fall into the 100 to 149 euros per month bracket, including the Citroën ë-C3 Aircross (from 114 euros), the new Renault Twingo electric (from 130 euros), Kia EV2 (from 137 euros), Hyundai Inster, Nissan Micra electric, Renault R5, and Opel Corsa Electric (all from 139 euros). The Peugeot e-208 is priced from 149 euros per month. The government's subsidy covers 29% of the vehicle's acquisition cost, up to 6,500 euros, or 9,000 euros if the vehicle, battery, and motor are produced within the European Economic Area.