Battery size: 51kWh
Miles per kWh: 4.47
E-Rating™: B
Max charge rate: 100 kW
Range: 252 miles 
Introduction & model history
The Vauxhall Mokka Electric has been around for a few years and has had a few updates including - in 2024 - a boost in range courtesy of a bigger, 51kWh usable battery, not to mention various changes to the trim levels and pricing. As a result, since it was introduced in 2021, the Mokka has gradually reduced in price and improved in appeal.
But, over the years it's also seen a host of newer rivals arrive ranging from the Renault 4 and BYD Atto 2 to the Smart #1 and Volvo EX30, so it's still got its work cut out.
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Before we get to the driving impressions, we need to talk about the looks. They are always a question of personal taste of course, but there is no doubt that the Vauxhall Mokka Electric is now a much more interesting car to look at. Compared with the soporific previous generation, the new Mokka really has become something you’d be proud to say is yours. This is also the first generation of the Mokka that's gone electric. You can still buy it with petrol and mild hybrid option, but we're (of course) focussing on the plug-in Vauxhall Mokka Electric.
If you do go for the electric you’ll get a 51kWh usable lithium-ion NMC battery (54kWh total capacity) and a 154bhp electric motor that powers the front wheels. There's no four-wheel drive option, unfortunately.
The Vauxhall Mokka Electric has an official range of up to 252 miles (up from just over 200 miles when it was first launched), but that will work out as a real-world range of more like 160- to 220 miles depending on conditions. The 100kW rapid charging capability means an 80% top-up from a rapid charger can take under 30 minutes.
If that doesn't sound like quite enough range for you, then you could always check out the MG4 or MGS5, or we'd favour the bigger battery Kia EV3 or Skoda Elroq - albeit the list prices for those start at well into the higher end of the Mokka Electric range. With the public charging infrastructure in the UK having improved greatly over the last few years, most drivers will be fine with a circa-200 mile real-world range - especially if they can charge at home.
You get some decent tech in the Vauxhall Mokka Electric. It feels smarter than the Corsa Electric’s cabin, and isn’t quite as divisively-modern as the interiors in the Peugeot E-208 and E-2008.
There are a couple of disappointments, though. First, the rear seats will be tight for anyone over 5’8”, and could also be a bit too cramped for bulky rear-facing car seats. Move around to the boot and, while it's usefully bigger than a traditional ‘supermini’ hatchback like the Peugeot E-208 or MINI Electric, the Renault 4, Ford Puma Gen-E, VW ID.3 and Jeep Avenger all offer more space.
Out on the road, the Mokka Electric is nimble and composed, with a decent ride comfort and responsive handling. It feels more than adequate for long motorway journeys, too, although make sure that you're comfortable in the driving position as some of our testers found the driver's seat uncomfortable over long drives. If you love the way the Mokka looks but want a sportier drive, there's always the Mokka GSE, which you can see and hear all about in Nic's video.
Verdict
The Vauxhall Mokka Electric is a decent electric family car, but it's only really recommendable these days if you can get a great finance deal that'll save you money over more capable alternatives. When the Skoda Elroq, Renault 4, MG4, VW ID.3 and Kia EV3 are all available for similar money and yet offer better practicality and (in many cases) longer range, the Mokka does become hard to justify. It's a perfectly decent little electric family car, but there are better options at the price.
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