Electric and hybrid car hire with Budget

Thinking of buying an electric vehicle, hybrid or plug-in hybrid and want to try one out first? Or just want a more sustainable option when renting a car? It’s time to go green with our range of Budget eco-friendly vehicles.

Discover the comfort of reliable, super-quiet eco cars that deliver on power and performance. Drive an electric vehicle with Budget and you can save on your fuel consumption and explore new horizons while reducing polluting emissions.

Our fleet of latest models includes a range of hybrid cars, electric vehicles and plug-in hybrids. You'll see the options after you select your rental location on our booking panel.

Why go electric with Budget car hire?

At Budget, we give our customers the choice of a wide range of rental vehicles, including hybrids, electric or fuel-efficient vehicles at many of our locations. Our fleet is mainly made up of vehicles from the current and preceding model year – which ensures the highest possible standards of air emissions control.

Car rental customers globally are becoming increasingly conscious of their environmental impact. We aim to lead the way in offering sustainable transport solutions, joining global efforts to reduce transport emissions.

Find the nearest electric vehicle charging station via the Shell Recharge Network

The Shell Recharge Network makes planning your electric vehicle rental journey simple, helping you locate public charging stations nearby and during your drive.

The network gives you access to 500,000+ public charging points across Europe and beyond. The map shows near real-time availability at each charging post plus the price, the charger and connection types and the speeds available.*

*7kW or 22kW chargers will take around 3-4 hours to fully charge; these can usually be found in car parks, supermarkets and leisure centres. 50kW DC chargers can typically charge from 0-80% in approximately 30 minutes, and the 150kW ultra rapid chargers located at Shell forecourts can deliver power up to three times faster than that. Timings are dependent on vehicle make and model.

Why we love electric

There are so many benefits to explore with electric cars. These are just some of the reasons to convert your car to electric:

• Cleaner environment
• Reduced running costs
• Lower electricity tariffs
• Financial support from Government
• Free parking/no congestion charge in many places
• Quieter roads
• Great driving experience

Electric car pros and cons

Want to know more about driving and owning an electric or hybrid vehicle? Are you weighing up making the switch to driving electric and not sure which kind of electric vehicle to choose?

We’ve got it covered with our guide to the most frequently asked questions for drivers looking to swap petrol and diesel cars for the most environmentally-friendly options on the road.