What Are Energia's EV Rates?

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Updated on 09/10/2025

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As of October 2025, Energia's best EV tariff is their Smart Drive plan, with an EV rate of 8.90c per kWh. New customers can benefit from a 15% discount when signing up to Energia EV plans. The EV charging window for Energia customers is from 2am to 6am. If you are looking to compare electricity prices in Ireland, you can call 📞(01) 913 1771.

What Are Energia's EV Rate Plans?

Energia provides a range of EV-specific electricity tariffs designed to suit different charging habits and household needs.

Their primary focus is on maximizing savings through off-peak charging windows and offering 100% renewable electricity.

Energia's EV tariffs include:

EV Smart Drive: This plan is a 12-month contract that offers a significantly low unit rate for a specific charging window. This tariff is ideal for those who can consistently charge their EV overnight during the designated off-peak period. New customers can benefit from a 28% discount during the first 12 months.
EV Smart Drive Plus: This tariff offers more flexibility with low rates throughout the night, extending beyond a fixed 4-hour window. The "Plus" version generally caters to those who require a more extended period of cheaper electricity for their EV and potentially other household appliances.
Home Charging Bundle: Energia often partners with car brands to offer a free home charging point when customers sign up for one of their EV tariffs through a participating car dealer. This bundle typically includes the benefit of the lowest charging rate and a 4-hour charging window.
Smart EV Dual Fuel Tariffs: For households that use both electricity and gas, Energia also offers dual fuel plans that combine EV electricity rates with discounts on gas.

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What is the EV Rate for Energia?

Below you will find the current Energia's EV electricity rates.

Please note that rates can change, and it's always best to check Energia's official website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date pricing and any promotional offers.

Discounts for new customers, typically around 15-20% for electricity and potentially more for dual fuel, can significantly impact the final price.

Energia EV Smart Drive

This tariff includes a 15% discount for new customers and offers a highly competitive rate during a specific overnight window.

Energia EV Smart Drive Tariff
Rate Type	Unit Rate (c/kWh)	Charging Window
EV Charge	8.90c	2:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Day Rate	37.93c	All other times

Standing Charges (Annual):

Energia EV Tariff Standing Charges
Meter Type	Urban (€/year)	Rural (€/year)
Smart Meter	€265.01	€300.91

Energia EV Smart Drive Plus

This tariff provides a more extended period of lower rates during the night, including a 20% discount for new customers:

Energia EV Smart Drive Plus Tariff
Rate Type	Unit Rate (c/kWh)	Charging Window
EV Charge (2am-6am)	9.81c	2:00 AM - 6:00 AM
Extended Night Rate	21.32c	11:00 PM - 8:00 AM (Excl. EV Charge Window)
Day Rate	34.61c	8:00 AM - 5:00 PM; 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Peak Rate	45.41c	5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Standing Charges (Annual):

Energia EV Smart Drive Plus Standing Charge
Meter Type	Urban (€/year)	Rural (€/year)
Smart Meter	€265.01	€300.91

Energia EV Dual Fuel Tariffs

These tariffs combine electricity and gas.

The electricity rates for EV charging generally follow the Smart Drive or Smart Drive Plus structure, with additional discounts on gas of 15% for new customers.

EV Smart Drive Dual Fuel

Energia EV Dual Fuel Rates
Service	Rate Type	Unit Rate (c/kWh)
Electricity	EV Charge	8.90c
Electricity	Day Rate	37.93c
Gas	Standard Gas Rate	09.57c

EV Smart Drive Plus Dual Fuel

**EV Smart Drive Plus Dual Fuel**
Service	Rate Type	Unit Rate (c/kWh)
Electricity	EV Charge (2am-6am)	9.81c
	Extended Night Rate	21.32c
	Day Rate	34.61c
	Peak Rate	45.41c
Gas	Standard Gas Rate	09.81c

What Is the Energia Microgeneration Rate?

Energia currently offers an 18.5 cent per kWh microgeneration export rate. This rate is VAT exempt.

What Are the Components of Energia's EV Rates?

When looking at Energia's EV rates, several components make up the overall cost:

Unit Rates (c/kWh): This is the core cost per kilowatt-hour of electricity consumed. Energia's EV tariffs are distinguished by their significantly lower off-peak unit rates, specifically for EV charging.
Standing Charges (€/day or €/year): This is a fixed daily or annual charge that covers the administrative costs of providing electricity and maintaining the network connection, regardless of consumption. These charges can vary based on whether your property is classified as urban or rural.
PSO Levy (Public Service Obligation): A government-mandated levy applied to all domestic electricity customers in Ireland, designed to support renewable energy and energy efficiency initiatives.
Taxes: VAT (Value Added Tax) and electricity taxes are applied to the total bill.

How Do Energia EV Rates Compare With Other Providers?

While Energia have a competative EV rate, they are not the cheapest EV tariff supplier on the market.

As of October 2025, Pinergy are offering the best EV tariff on their Lifestyle EV Drive Time plan at 05.45c per kWh.

5 of Ireland’s electricity suppliers offer EV rates, and below you will find a table with an overview of the EV tariff on offer from each supplier:

Best EV Tariff Ireland per kWh
Provider	Plan Name	EV Charge Rate (c/kWh)
Pinergy	Lifestyle EV Drive Time	5.45
SSE Airtricity	Smart EV Charge	8.58
Energia	Smart Drive	8.90
Bord Gáis	(Green) EV Smart Electricity	9.31
Electric Ireland	Home Electric+ Night Boost	10.52

Last Updated: October 2025. Prices include VAT @ 9%.

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How Do I Make Savings With Energia EV Rates?

To make the most of Energia's EV tariffs, consider the following:

Charge during off-peak hours: This is the most significant way to save. Utilize the low-rate window (e.g., 2 AM to 6 AM for EV Smart Drive) for your primary EV charging. Many modern EVs and smart chargers allow you to schedule charging times, making this effortless.
Utilize smart meters: Energia's EV tariffs rely on smart meters for accurate time-of-use billing. Ensure you have one installed to fully benefit from the differentiated rates.
Consider dual fuel options: If you also use gas, Energia's dual fuel EV plans can offer additional savings across your entire energy bill.
Leverage grants and offers: Keep an eye out for grants like the SEAI EV Home Charger Grant and Energia's free home charger offers, which can significantly reduce the upfront cost of getting set up for home charging.
Evaluate your driving habits: If you consistently drive long distances and require frequent charging, the savings from an EV tariff will be more pronounced. Conversely, if your charging needs are minimal and sporadic, a standard tariff might suffice.
Shift household consumption: While the EV off-peak rate primarily targets car charging, some ToU tariffs apply the cheaper night rate to all electricity consumption. This means you could save further by running high-energy appliances like washing machines or dishwashers during these off-peak hours.

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