PRICE ALERT: E.ON Next cuts EV tariff day rates while off peak charging saves customers around £500 vs the Price Cap
- E.ON Next has lowered the price of its Next Drive Smart and Next Drive Fixed EV tariffs.
- Tariffs will save customers, on average, £509 and £485 respectively against the Energy Price Cap when charging their car off-peak.
E.ON Next has repriced its electric vehicle (EV) tariffs, cutting costs on daytime rates to help EV drivers with at-home chargers save more money on their energy bills.
Next Drive Smart and Next Drive Fixed continue to offer long and cheap off-peak windows for customers to fully charge their EV overnight from as little as £2.60*.
Tariff detail:
Customers charging their car off-peak on Next Drive Smart can save £509 per year compared to charging on the energy price cap**.
Next Drive Smart v5.5 features two rates:
- Off-peak (12am – 6am): 6.5p/kWh
- Day rate (6am – 12am): 29.84p/kWh (previously 31.12 p/kWh, now offering savings of £35)
In addition, customers charging off-peak on Next Drive Fixed v13 can save £485 per year compared to charging on the energy price cap.
- Off-peak (12am – 6am): 7.5p/kWh
- Day rate (6am – 12am): 31.13p/kWh (previously 33.38p/kWh, now offering savings of £61)
Jean Coleman, Director of Commercial at E.ON Next, said: “As more people across the UK seek meaningful ways to cut their energy bills and reduce their driving costs, the shift from traditional fuels to electric is accelerating – and we’re committed to helping make the switch more affordable.
“Our Next Drive tariffs have been designed to give customers greater flexibility, enabling them to charge their electric vehicles at lower‑cost overnight rates while still benefiting from competitive pricing during peak times. It’s about helping lower bills for everyone, making the move to electric not just easier, but smarter and more cost-effective for everyone.”
And customers who choose to sign up to Next Drive Smart or Next Drive Fixed will also experience additional benefits:
- With no exit fees on the tariff, customers have flexibility if their circumstances change.
- Customers can get a free 1-year subscription to Zoom EV, an online platform that gives you benefits and discounts on things like public charging, parking, car hire, and much more.
- The tariff also includes a one-off donation to the Woodland Trust which will contribute towards restoring the UK’s ancient woodland.
To find out more, visit eonnext.com
Prices and comparisons quoted correct at time of issue and based on an average dual fuel bill using OFGEM's definitions of medium use typical domestic consumption values of 2,700 kWh for electricity and 11,500 kWh for gas. T&Cs apply.
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*£2.60 calculated as charging an electric vehicle battery of 40kWh at 6.5p/kWh. Off-peak rate available between 12am - 6am on the Next Drive Smart tariff. Rate accurate as of 2 February 2026. Direct Debit only. Smart meter with half hourly consent required. Actual costs may vary depending on vehicle battery size and charging efficiency.
Off-peak rates on the Next Drive Smart tariff are fixed at 6.5p/kWh between 12am-6am daily, applying to EV charging and whole home electricity use. Smart meter with half hourly consent required. You must have an eligible electric vehicle and charger. If you do not boost charge, you will always be charged at off-peak rate of 6.5p/kWh. Any boost charges or charging without using the smart charging feature during peak hours will be billed at the peak rate of 29.84p/kWh. Information correct at time of send (3 February). Terms and conditions apply.
Next Drive Fixed v13 offers fixed priced overnight EV charging 7.5p/kWh between 12am and 6am versus Next Flex standard variable tariff at 27.69p/kWh (national average and will vary by region). Based on dual fuel customers, paying by Direct Debit. Terms and conditions apply.
** Tariff saving calculations assume an electric vehicle driving 8,000 miles a year at 3.33 miles per kilowatt, charging 6.5p /kWh in smart charging mode with Next Drive Smart; compared to charging at 29.84p/kWh (national average and will vary by region) standard variable tariff rate from 1 January 2026 which is equivalent to over £509 saved. T&Cs apply.
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