Are there subsidies for electric double cab vans in 2026?
Are you planning to switch to an electric van double cab and wondering what subsidies are available to you in 2026? In 2026, direct purchase subsidies for electric commercial vehicles such as the SEBA scheme will be largely phased out. However, you can still enjoy tax benefits such as 0% additional taxable benefit, MIA/Vamil schemes and lower operating costs. The combination of these benefits makes an electric double cab financially interesting, even without direct subsidies.
What subsidies are there for electric double cab vans in 2026?
The SEBA scheme (Subsidy Scheme for Emission-Free Commercial Vehicles), which played an important role in the purchase of electric commercial vehicles for many years, will no longer be available in 2026. This scheme has been phased out because the government now considers the market for electric commercial vehicles mature enough. For double-cab electric vans, this means you can no longer apply for a direct purchase subsidy.
This is not to say that there is no longer any financial support at all. The focus has shifted from direct subsidies to tax incentives and incentives. This approach means that you mainly benefit through lower taxes and operational costs over the lifetime of your company car.
Some provinces and municipalities do still offer local sustainable transport incentive schemes. These are often linked to specific sectors or business activities. It pays to check with your municipality or province whether any local schemes are still available that may be applicable to your situation.
How to apply for a grant for an electric double cab?
Since the national SEBA scheme no longer exists, there is no standard application process for direct subsidies on electric vans in 2026. If there are local schemes available in your area, the application process varies by local council or province.
For local schemes, you usually need the following documents:
- Commercial register extract of your company
- Offer or purchase agreement of the electric van
- Registration certificate or order documentation
- Bank details for possible payment
You usually apply via the website of your municipality or province. Keep in mind that local schemes often work with limited budgets and that applications are processed in order of receipt. So be quick when a scheme opens.
Processing time varies, but count on four to eight weeks before you get your final notice. Important to know: many schemes require you to submit the application before you register the car. If you do this afterwards, you often become ineligible.
What are the tax advantages of an electric double cab besides subsidies?
The tax benefits of an electric van double cab in 2026 are significant and are actually the main financial incentive. The big advantage is the 0% additional tax rate for all-electric vans. If you also use the car privately, you don't pay any additional tax on the list value. With a diesel or petrol variant, you would pay 22% addition on the list value.
A concrete example: for an electric double cab with a list value of €50,000, you pay €0 additional taxable benefit per year. With a comparable diesel, you would pay around €11,000 per year in additional taxes (22% of €50,000). So this will save you over €900 per month.
In addition, you can use the MIA and Vamil schemes. With the Environmental Investment Allowance (MIA), you deduct an extra percentage of the investment from your taxable profit, on top of the normal depreciation. For electric company cars, this percentage is around 36%. The Vamil (Random Environmental Investment Depreciation) gives you the freedom to write off 75% of the investment in the first year, improving your cash flow.
Another advantage is that you can reclaim the full VAT on the purchase if you are liable for VAT. For a double cab van that you use for business, you can simply offset the VAT. Operational costs such as insurance and maintenance are also often lower with electric vehicles, further lowering your overall cost picture.
What does an electric double cab van really cost after subsidies and benefits?
The purchase price of an electric van double cab is higher than a diesel or petrol variant. Expect an additional price of around €15,000 to €25,000 for a similar model. A new electric double cab costs on average between €45,000 and €70,000, depending on brand, version and range.
If you look at the Total Cost of Ownership over, say, five years, the picture becomes different. Due to tax advantages and lower operating costs, an electric variant may even be more advantageous than diesel. Energy costs for charging are significantly lower than fuel costs. Whereas with diesel or petrol you count on €0.15 to €0.20 per kilometre on fuel, with electric charging you often pay between €0.04 and €0.08 per kilometre.
A practical calculation example for an entrepreneur driving 30,000 kilometres a year:
Electric:
- Purchase price: €55,000 (excl. VAT)
- Energy cost per year: €1,800 (30,000 km × €0.06)
- Maintenance per year: €400
- Addition per year: €0
- Total over five years: €66,000
Diesel:
- Purchase price: €40,000 (excl. VAT)
- Fuel cost per year: €5,100 (30,000 km × €0.17)
- Maintenance per year: €800
- Addition per year: €8,800 (22% of €40,000)
- Total over five years: €113,500
With leasing, the advantages become even more apparent. The monthly costs of an electric double cab via financial lease are often only €100 to €200 higher than a diesel variant, while you save hundreds of euros every month on fuel and additional taxes. Over the term of the lease contract, you will therefore be cheaper.
How we help with electric double cab vans and subsidies
At Van den Hurk, we understand that switching to electric driving raises questions about costs, tax benefits and practical issues. We are happy to help entrepreneurs make an informed choice for an electric double-cab van. Our team has over 60 years of experience in the commercial vehicle industry and knows exactly how to maximise the tax benefits available.
This is how we support you:
- Personal advice on which electric double cab best suits your business activities and daily mileage
- Explanation of all tax benefits such as 0% addition, MIA/Vamil and depreciation options
- Insight into the Total Cost of Ownership, so you know exactly what you are saving compared to diesel
- Flexible financing options via financial lease, where you can reclaim VAT directly
- Transparent calculations showing what you save monthly and annually
- Current overview of available electric double cab models in our stock
At our showroom in Helmond, you can view and compare different electric commercial vehicles. We take the time to do the calculations with you and look at what best suits your situation. Whether you choose to buy or lease, we will provide a total solution that suits your needs.
Want to know what an electric double cabin brings you? Contact us for a no-obligation chat or drop by our showroom. We will be happy to help you find the perfect electric company car for your business.
