Electric Car Subsidy - New Cabinet Plan
On april 17, 2026, the Cabinet announced a new subsidy scheme for the purchase of an electric car. With a budget of 50 million euros, the government aims to make it more attractive for people with low or middle incomes to switch to electric driving. The scheme is part of a broader support package of nearly 1 billion euros.
Anyone with a low or middle income may be eligible for the subsidy. If you earn between €12,500 and €27,533 per year, you receive a subsidy of €6,000 upon trading in your old car. If you earn between €27,534 and €35,793, you receive a maximum subsidy of €4,000. The exact conditions have yet to be determined.
At Carvendo, you will find a wide range of used electric cars eligible for this subsidy. Naturally, these come standard with a 12-months warranty, 12,000 maintenace-free kilometers, and free home delivery.
What does the electric car subsidy entail?
It is a trade-in scheme for your petrol or diesel car. These are the requirements to qualify for the subsidy.
- You want to switch to an electric car
- You can trade in a petrol or diesel car
- You have a low or middle income (exact details not yet known)
- Expected effective date: 3th or 4th quarter 2026
- You can easily buy your car online via Carvendo
Who is the subsidy intended for?
The electric car subsidy is intended for private individuals who own a petrol or diesel car and wish to trade it in. The scheme is specifically aimed at private individuals with a low or middle income. In doing so, the government is targeting a group that has found it difficult to make the switch to electric driving until now due to the higher purchase price.
If you earn between €12,500 and €27,533 per year, you receive a subsidy of €6,000 upon trading in your old car. If you earn between €27,534 and €35,793, you receive a maximum subsidy of €4,000.
Carvendo will keep this page updated as soon as the government announces more details.
What other benefits are there for an electric car in 2026?
In addition to the new trade-in subsidy, there are more financial benefits when purchasing an electric car in 2026:
- MRB-korting elektrische auto
Do you drive a fully electric car? Then you will receive a 30% discount on motor vehicle tax (MRB) up to and including 2028. That easily saves you hundreds of euros per year.
- Lower business tax addition
Do you use an electric car for business purposes? In 2026, the taxable benefit is only 18%, compared to 22% for a petrol car. This means a significant tax advantage for entrepreneurs and self-employed professionals.
- Lower fuel costs
Electric driving costs on average 3 to 4 times less per kilometer than petrol or diesel. On an annual basis, this can quickly add up to savings of thousands of euros.
Applying for an electric car subsidy, how does that work?
The exact application procedure for the new scheme will be announced via the Central Government and RVO.nl. Based on previous subsidy schemes such as the SEPP, this generally works as follows:
- Choose a suitable second-hand electric car
- Check if you meet the income requirements
- Submit the subsidy application via the RVO application portal
- Receive the subsidy after approval.
Do you want to start looking for a suitable electric car? At Carvendo, you will find more than 10.000 used cars, a large proportion of which are electric and immediately available.
How much subsidy will I receive on an electric car in 2026?
The cabinet has allocated a budget of 50 million euros for the new trade-in scheme. The maximum amount is 6.000 euro per car.
Can I apply for a subsidy for a second-hand electric car?
Yes. The new scheme is specifically aimed at the purchase of a second-hand electric car.
Is the SEPP subsidy still available in 2026?
No. The SEPP (Subsidy for Electric Passenger Cars for Private Individuals) was discontinued as of January 1, 2025. The new trade-in scheme is its successor.
How do I apply for a subisidy for an electric car?
The application is submitted via RVO.nl. The exact procedure for 2026 will be announced as soon as the scheme officially enters into force.
Does the subsidy also apply to the private lease of an electric car?
That has not yet been confirmed. Carvendo will keep this page updated as soon as there is more clarity on this.