Summary
The Vauxhall Frontera Electric is a mid-sized SUV that sits between the Mokka Electric and Grandland Electric in Vauxhall’s model line-up. The Frontera range also includes a petrol version, which we have covered on a separate page.
The Frontera Electric has been better received than its petrol sibling by the UK motoring media at both the European and local launch events. It has earned praise for its spacious and practical interior, and its outstanding value for money. In a UK first, this electric SUV has the same upfront cost as its petrol-powered counterpart. Combined with the lower running costs of an EV, it makes the Frontera Electric considerably cheaper to own over its lifetime.
“The Vauxhall Frontera Electric feels well judged”, says Top Gear’s Peter Rawlins. “It blends the company’s now familiar image with the kind of rugged looks people favour these days, and above all, there’s no arguing with the cost.”
That said, the Frontera Electric has unsurprisingly received some of the same criticisms levelled at the petrol Frontera. Parker’s Ted Welford notes that there is noticeable wind and road noise in the cabin at speed, and that the interior “feels cheap”.
Our own editor, Stuart Masson, praises the Frontera Electric for being “one of the best value new cars for your money,” as well as noting that “the cabin is spacious and seats are comfortable, so family road trips will be that bit more bearable than usual.”
The car’s driving range is fairly poor in the entry-level model with the smaller battery, but those versions with the longer-range batteries are more than adequate for most households. However, rivals from other brands do significantly better. Unfortunately, the seven-seat option offered in the petrol models isn’t available in the Frontera Electric range, although that’s less likely to be an issue for most customers.
As of November 2025, the Vauxhall Frontera Electric holds a New Car Expert Rating of A, with a score of 70%. That’s considerably better than the petrol version, which only has a C grade. The electric Frontera scores top marks for its low running costs and zero tailpipe emissions, which contribute to its A-grade rating. Although its media review scores and new car warranty offering are only average, they’re still better than those of the petrol model.
We don’t yet have full running costs data available, and Euro NCAP has yet to publish a safety rating for the Frontera models, so the overall Expert Rating could shift notably (either up or down) in coming months. Keep checking back for all the latest information.
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Frontera highlights
- Same price tag as petrol-powered version
- Practical and spacious interior
- Comfortable ride quality
Frontera lowlights
- Rivals offer longer battery ranges
- Some cheap interior plastics
- Rather loud wind and road noise
Key specifications
Body style: Small SUV
Engines: electric, battery-powered
Price: From £23,995 on-road
Launched: Winter 2024/25
Last updated: N/A
Replacement due: TBA
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Media reviews
Highlighted reviews and road tests from across the UK automotive media. Click any of the boxes to view.
Featured reviews
“The Vauxhall Frontera Electric is one of the best value new cars for your money. It costs exactly the same as the petrol Frontera, but is nicer to drive and cheaper to run. The driving range from the battery isn’t the best in class, but the longer-range version will still be more than enough for most household needs. The cabin is spacious and the seats are comfortable, so family road trips will be that bit more bearable than usual. “The main problem for the Frontera Electric is that the closely-related Citroën C3 Aircross is very similarly priced and just a bit better in a few key areas.
Score: 8 / 10
The Car Expert
Stuart Masson
“The Vauxhall Frontera Electric is a practical SUV with a cavernous interior and a competitive price tag, but it does feel cheap in places.”
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
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Carwow
Jamie Edkins
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Auto Express
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The new Vauxhall Frontera Electric has plenty of flaws, but its keen price makes it more appealing.”
Author: Paul Barker
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Model reviewed: Range overview (both electric and hybrid)
Score: 8 / 10
“The equal price between electric and hybrid versions is the Vauxhall Frontera’s stand-out attribute, although it offers practicality and reasonable running costs too.”
Author: Alastair Crooks
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Auto Trader
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The Vauxhall Frontera Electric is a family-friendly car with lots of space. While it’s better to drive than you’d expect, it still feels pretty cheap in places.”
Author: Catherine King
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Business Car
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“The Frontera Electric makes a highly convincing proposition as a family EV for those on a budget. The battery range is the only major compromise – we suspect it will come down to individual drivers’ requirements whether that is justified by the P11D saving.”
Author: Sean Keywood
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Model reviewed: Range overview (including petrol Frontera)
Score: 7 / 10
“The Vauxhall Frontera feels like a car of its time, with 2025 in our opinion likely to be the year of the affordable EV.”
Author: Martyn Collins
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Car
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Game-changer is an overused phrase in the car journalist handbook but one that very much applies to the electric Vauxhall Frontera. This is perhaps the first genuinely practical EV that will work as a family car that is available for a sensible price.”
Author: Ted Welford
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Carbuyer
Model reviewed: Range overview (both electric and hybrid)
Score: 8.2 / 10
“t’s a very spacious car for the class and will cater to those who need seven seats, but be aware that option is limited to the hybrid models. It’s comfortable for the most part over pothole-filled roads, but keen drivers better look elsewhere as it’s not particularly inspiring from behind the wheel.”
Author: Charlie Harvey
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Electrifying.com
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“There’s a lot to like about the new Vauxhall Frontera. If you’ve got a family and need space but don’t have a fortune to spend, this could make a lot of sense. There’s plenty of room, even for lanky teens or taller adults, and the interior space has been well thought through to make it usable.”
Author: Vicky Parrott
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Green Car Guide
Model reviewed: Extended Range 54kWh
Score: 8 / 10
“The Vauxhall Frontera Electric has a very attractive price, which is less than the petrol model. It’s quiet, refined and comfortable to drive, but don’t expect any performance, and there are no drive modes to choose from. And it’s a shame that the petrol model is available with seven seats, but this isn’t an option for the electric version.”
Author: Paul Clarke
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Heycar
Model reviewed: Range overview (including petrol models)
Score: 8 / 10
“The Vauxhall Frontera is a very capable and very affordable car, notable for costing the same amount whether you go for a mild-hybrid petrol option or a full-electric model. It’s got lots of space in both the front and the back, and you can even specify it with seven seats, which is unusual for a car of this size. It drives well too, and only a few cheap-feeling materials and a lack of a few desirable options take the sheen off a very capable car.”
Author: Phill Tromans
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Honest John
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“Competent across many areas that family SUV buyers demand, the Vauxhall Frontera Electric’s ace is its excellent value for money, proving to be even less costly than the combustion-engined versions.”
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Motoring Research
Model reviewed: Range overview (including petrol models)
Score: 7 / 10
“Affordable new Vauxhall SUV offers plenty of space and the choice of hybrid or electric power – with the EV uniquely costing less than the petrol.”
Author: Richard Aucock
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Parkers
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8.6 / 10
“If you’ve been looking for a new electric SUV but all have been previously out of financial reach, the answer is a definite yes. The Vauxhall Frontera represents staggering value for money, and the price parity between electric and hybrid versions means that financials don’t need to be a consideration between the two, you can just choose the one you like best.”
Author: Ted Welford
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The Independent
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 8 / 10
“If you’re after an affordable, stylish and sensible electric SUV that’s ideal for everyday life, the new Vauxhall Frontera is well worth a look. It’s not plush, powerful or particularly premium – but it’s practical, well-equipped and cheaper than many rivals.”
Author: Steve Fowler
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Top Gear
Model reviewed: Range overview
Score: 7 / 10
“The Vauxhall Frontera Electric feels well judged. Its driving manners exceeded our expectations, it blends the company’s now familiar image with the kind of rugged looks people favour these days, and above all there’s no arguing with the cost.”
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Safety rating
Independent crash test and safety ratings from Euro NCAP
No safety rating
As of November 2025, the Vauxhall Frontera Electric has not been assessed by Euro NCAP.
Like all the latest generation of new cars, the Vauxhall Frontera Electric features a suite of accident-avoidance systems known as ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems). The EU – and thanks to shared regulations, the UK as well – now requires these systems to be particularly invasive and persistent, which is disliked by many drivers.
Fortunately, the Frontera Electric has a one-touch deactivation button for the most annoying systems, which you still have to do every time you start the car. The fact that car manufacturers like Vauxhall are building in these workaround functions simply highlights the folly of the EU’s bureaucratic interference…
Eco rating
Independent economy and emissions ratings from Green NCAP
No eco rating
As of November 2025, the Vauxhall Frontera Electric has not been assessed by Green NCAP.
The Green NCAP programme measures exhaust pollution (which is zero for an electric car) and energy efficiency. Electric cars are much more energy-efficient than combustion cars, so the Frontera Electric is likely to score very highly in Green NCAP testing if and when it takes place. Check back again soon.
Running cost rating
Monthly cost of ownership data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by Clear Vehicle Data
| Battery range | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 220 miles | C |
| Electrical efficiency | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| EV models | 3.7 m/KWh | D |
| Insurance group | Average | Score | Variation | Score |
| All models | 15 | A |
As of November 2025, we only have partial running cost information for the Vauxhall Frontera Electric.
Electrical efficiency – the EV equivalent of fuel economy on a petrol or diesel car – is poor, which is surprising for quite a small car. However, average battery range is still adequate for this class of vehicle (although other small electric SUVs are better).
Bear in mind that, with any electric car, your running costs will very much depend on whether you can charge the car at home or are paying for public charging.
Reliability rating
Reliability data provided exclusively for The Car Expert by MotorEasy
No reliability rating
As of November 2025, we don’t have enough reliability data on the Vauxhall Frontera Electric to generate a reliability rating.
The Car Expert’s reliability information is provided exclusively to us using workshop and extended warranty data from our partner, MotorEasy, sourced from both official dealerships and independent workshops.
As soon as MotorEasy has sufficient data on the Frontera, we’ll publish the results here.
Warranty rating
New car warranty information for the Vauxhall Frontera
| Overall rating | C | 56% |
| New car warranty duration | 3 years |
| New car warranty mileage | 60,000 miles |
| Battery warranty duration | 8 years |
| Battery warranty mileage | 100,000 miles |
Vauxhall’s new car warranty is lower than average, and worse than rival brands in a similar price bracket as the Frontera.
The duration is three years, with a limit of 60,000 miles, which is pretty basic cover. In addition to the standard new car warranty, this electric version has an eight-year/100,000-mile warranty for the battery components.
If you’re looking to buy a used car that is approaching the end of its warranty period, a used car warranty is usually a worthwhile investment. Check out The Car Expert’s guide to the best used car warranty providers, which will probably be cheaper than a warranty sold by a dealer.
Recalls
Official DVSA safety recalls that have been issued for the Vauxhall Frontera Electric
As of November 2025, we are not aware of any DVSA vehicle safety recalls affecting the Vauxhall Frontera Electric. However, this information is updated very regularly so this may have changed.
You can check to see if your car has any outstanding recalls by visiting the DVLA website or contacting your local Vauxhall dealer.
Awards
Significant UK trophies and awards that the Vauxhall Frontera Electric has received
2025
- News UK Motor Awards – Best Value Car
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