Suzuki has expanded access to its first all-electric vehicle, the e VITARA SUV, through new Motability pricing and the automaker’s entry into the salary sacrifice market for eligible company employees.
The Japanese manufacturer announced Motability offers running through March 2026 across its vehicle lineup, with the e VITARA 49kWh Motion available at £999 advance payment. Customers can upgrade to the 61kWh variant with two-wheel drive for an additional £300. Motability customers also receive a free Ohme home charger installed prior to vehicle delivery.
Highlights
- Suzuki enters salary sacrifice market with e VITARA, offering employees income tax savings of 20% or 40% through gross salary deductions
- e VITARA Motability pricing starts at £999 advance payment for the 49kWh model, with free home charger installation included
- Benefit-in-kind rate of 3% applies to zero-emission vehicles during 2025-26 tax year, rising to 4% in 2026-27
- Zero-deposit salary sacrifice packages include comprehensive insurance, maintenance, and vehicle excise duty
Salary Sacrifice Benefits for Employees
The salary sacrifice arrangement reduces an employee’s cash pay entitlement in exchange for a non-cash benefit. For e VITARA participants, the program delivers several financial advantages:
- Zero deposit requirement
- Fixed monthly payments deducted from gross salary
- Income tax savings at 20% or 40% rate
- 3% benefit-in-kind rate for zero-emission vehicles
- Comprehensive insurance coverage
- Maintenance and vehicle excise duty included
- Replacement tires and MOT testing for higher-mileage users or extended terms
Employer Incentives
Companies participating in the scheme benefit from reduced National Insurance contributions and lower administrative burden. The program supports corporate sustainability initiatives while providing a low-risk alternative to traditional company car arrangements at no additional cost to the employer.
Ordering Process
Employees interested in the e VITARA salary sacrifice program can test drive the vehicle at any Suzuki dealer, nominate their preferred supplying dealer, and complete the order through their workplace. Delivery arrangements include the option for handover at the customer’s home address.
Hybrid Motability Options
Beyond electric offerings, Suzuki’s Motability program includes two zero-advance-payment options: the Swift Hybrid Motion supermini and S-Cross Hybrid Motion SUV, both with manual transmission.
Standard equipment on the Swift Hybrid Motion includes:
- Adaptive cruise control
- Dual Sensor Brake Support
- Lane Departure Warning and Weaving Alert
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Enhanced Traffic Sign Recognition
- Heated front seats and rear-view camera
- Smartphone link display audio
The Swift Hybrid Ultra with manual transmission requires £499 advance payment, while the Swift Hybrid Motion with CVT automatic transmission is available for £699. The Vitara Hybrid Motion with 1.4-liter engine and manual transmission requires £499, and the S-Cross Motion with six-speed automatic transmission is priced at £999 advance payment.
Additional information and high-resolution images are available from the Suzuki Media website. Product range details can be found at www.suzuki.co.uk/cars.
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