The French Government has announced the extension of the electric vehicle (EV) bonus scheme through 2026, maintaining the same regulatory framework as in the fourth quarter of 2025.
The decision to preserve a significant level of support reflects the Government’s strategic commitment to accelerating the low-carbon transition and promoting access to less polluting vehicles for all French households.
To ensure continuity for consumers, industry players, and dealerships, the 2026 framework will remain stable. This will, according to the statement, lead to a reinforcement of the financial support level.
Since 1 July 2025, the EV bonus has been funded through the Energy Savings Certificates (CEE) scheme, via enhanced standardised operations.
The bonus applies exclusively to the most environmentally efficient electric passenger cars — those that meet a minimum environmental score, weigh less than 2,400 kg, and are priced under 47,000 euros (excluding optional features).
Vehicles with European-made batteries may be eligible for an additional bonus. This aims to bolster the EU’s electric vehicle industry and incentivise manufacturers to source batteries from within Europe. Several battery production facilities have recently been established in France and across the EU.
While the bonus amount is not directly determined by the Government, it depends on the price of energy savings certificates and on contractual negotiations between vehicle manufacturers and obligated parties.
As of current market conditions, maximum bonus levels may reach:
- 5,700 euros for low-income households;
- 4,700 euros for modest but non-precarious households;
- 3,500 euros for other households.
The additional bonus for vehicles with batteries produced in Europe could range from 1,200 to 2,000 euros, based on a CEE price of 8 euros/MWhcumac and 13 euros/MWhc for CEE “precarious” certificates. These amounts are indicative and may fluctuate based on CEE market developments.
The list of eligible vehicles that meet the European production criteria is available on the ADEME website.
In October 2025, 100% electric vehicles accounted for 24% of the French passenger car market, up from 16.8% in 2024 — marking a record high.
The bonus aims to ease the transition by making EVs more accessible, particularly given their lower operating costs compared to internal combustion vehicles — due to higher energy efficiency, lower home charging costs, and reduced maintenance.
The scheme is not compatible with the social leasing programme. No changes are expected in the application process, which is typically managed by dealerships. Dealers collect supporting documentation, pre-finance the bonus, and reflect the amount on vehicle quotes, leasing contracts, or invoices.
Monique Barbut, Minister for Ecological Transition, Biodiversity, and International Climate and Nature Negotiations, stated:
“Sustaining support for electric vehicles reflects a practical, inclusive environmental policy — one that reduces bills and benefits low-income households. The low-carbon transition moves forward when everyone can participate, and when we support domestic and European industrial production.”
Roland Lescure, Minister of Economy, Finance, and Industrial and Energy Sovereignty, added:
“Electrification is a key priority for industry, the energy transition, and purchasing power. Every electric vehicle sold replaces imported fossil fuel with domestically produced low-carbon electricity. We are choosing to stabilise the CEE framework, which strengthens support for eco-scored EV purchases and aids the transformation of the European automotive sector.”
Philippe Tabarot, Minister for Transport, highlighted ongoing infrastructure developments:
“EV purchase incentives are essential, but they must go hand-in-hand with charging infrastructure. Since summer 2023, all motorway service areas have been equipped with charging stations, and 3,200 high-power points are operational. The next phase of our national charging strategy will be published shortly.”
Sébastien Martin, Minister Delegate for Industry, concluded:
“By continuing strong support for EV purchases, we reaffirm our commitment to an ambitious industrial and ecological transition. Targeting aid at the most efficient models, particularly those made in Europe, reinforces both decarbonisation and industrial independence. This approach ensures that the added value of EV production remains within Europe, making France a leader in both sustainability and reindustrialisation.”
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