Launched today, the fourth EVXperience Report
Zenith, the UK’s leading independent leasing, fleet management, and vehicle outsourcing business, has today launched the fourth iteration of its EVXperience Report (EVX4).
EVX4 draws on feedback from more than 3,000 Zenith EV drivers, offering an in-depth look at the day-to-day realities of running an electric vehicle, and how driver attitudes are evolving year-on-year.
The EVXperience Report
Welcome to Zenith's fourth EVXperience Report into the lives and experiences of the UK's electric vehicle (EV) drivers.
Key findings
This year’s findings point to increasing confidence in electric mobility, with 88% of respondents saying they are happy with their EV, and 72% reporting they would not return to petrol or diesel. Confidence in long-distance travel is also improving, with 70% of drivers now comfortable taking their EV on extended journeys, reinforcing a continued easing of “range anxiety”.
A closer look at the report’s Key Experience Indicators (KEI) shows a stable and maturing BEV experience. The overall KEI score has risen to 8.05 in 2026 – the strongest since 2023. Drivers continue to rate running costs (8.2), driving experience (8,84) and safety and reliability (8.53) highly, while range satisfaction has increased to 7.68 (vs 6.86 in 2025), aligning closely with drivers’ increased confidence taking longer journeys. The combined uplift signals improvements in vehicle efficiency, smarter journey planning tools, and greater driver familiarity are working together to progress real-world usability.
EVs also remain central to household mobility, with 93% of respondents using their EV as their primary vehicle, and one in ten owning a secondary electric vehicle. However, converting non-EV drivers remains a challenge: 25.6% of ICE drivers have no imminent plans to switch, and 23.7% do not plan to transition at all, highlighting where further progress is still needed.
“We’re excited to share the results of our fourth EVXperience Report – our clearest snapshot yet of what life with an EV really looks like for drivers across the UK.
“This year’s results show clear progress in how drivers experience their vehicles, from rising confidence in range, to consistently strong satisfaction of the safety and quality of the drive. As the market continues to shift, towards electric, our EVX Report provides valuable clarity on what’s working well, and where further support is needed to accelerate the transition. We’re proud to share these insights, and there’s plenty more to come. We’ll be releasing additional insights and deeper analysis in the coming weeks.”
Andy Wolff, Managing Director of Zenith's Corporate division
The EVXperience Report 2026
Welcome to Zenith's fourth EVXperience Report into the lives and experience of the UK's electric vehicle (EV) drivers.
