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Ford Capri - Range, charging & running costs

Ford’s various charging rates are on-track for the class, but ultimately lack the fire-power of some rivals

Range, charging & running costs rating

4.0

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The Ford Capri offers good range figures for the class, if not quite class-leading. On test, we weren’t able to match the quoted efficiency ratings, but then few do. For the Capri’s size and practicality, though, it’s class-competitive, although those looking for ultimate range figures might find the larger batteries soon to be available on rivals like the Peugeot E-3008 to be the more attractive option. 

ModelRangePeak DCInsurance group
Ford Capri 55kWh231-242145NA
Ford Capri 77kWh369-389135NA
Ford Capri 79kWh346185NA

Electric range, battery life and charge time

Ford quotes a WLTP-official combined range of between 369 and 389 miles for the single-motor 77kWh ‘Extended Range’ model. These figures vary based on trim level, with the high-spec Premium model compromising its range due to the larger 20-inch wheel size. Ford also quotes an Extra-High ‘motorway’ range figure of between 288 and 299 miles. 

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On test, we found the car almost matched the official efficiency rating with around 3.8m/kWh showing on the trip computer. However, this was at relatively low speeds with a bit of city driving, and was conducted in warm weather. In colder temperatures this will drop, especially if the optional heat pump is not fitted. We think this is a worthwhile addition in the UK. 

The 79kWh dual motor is only available in the high-spec Premium trim and posts a figure of 346 miles on the combined rating and 276 miles on the motorway. These figures will be negatively affected by the optional 21-inch wheels available across the range. 

Finally, the 55kWh model set to join the line-up in a few months time will offer between 231 and 242 miles on the combined WLTP cycle depending on trim, or 181 to 188 on the motorway cycle. 

Tax

For now, like most electric cars, the Capri does not attract any VED charges, but beyond April 2025 the rules will change. From then on, it will attract a first-year VED rate of £10, rising to £190 per year thereafter. Given that the car comes in under the £40,000 threshold, there’s no luxury car tax addition.

Benefit-in-kind company car tax is charged at the lowest two per cent rate, as per all EVs, but beyond the 2024 tax year these rates will slowly increase year on year to 5 per cent by 2027/2028. This is still significantly lower than for most petrol or hybrid cars, which can run as high as 25 per cent. 

As an EV, the Capri is also exempt from the ULEZ and Congestion Charge in London. 

Insurance groups

Insurance groupings have yet to be released as the model is still a few months away from its UK on-sale date. 

Depreciation

Depreciation rates have yet to be confirmed.

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