Are Electric Chauffeurs Cheaper? The Real Cost of Luxury EV Travel in London

Electric cars have transformed the luxury travel market. But beyond the sustainability benefits and modern image, there’s one question clients ask most: are electric chauffeurs actually cheaper?

With OUNO’s Electric Class, the answer is clear. Thanks to lower running costs, Congestion Charge exemptions, and fixed transparent fares, Electric Class often provides the same – or better – chauffeur experience at a lower cost. Let’s break down the real numbers.

Chauffeur travel is not like a taxi or ride-hailing app. With OUNO, clients are paying for far more than just the ride:

• Executive-class vehicles, from Tesla Model S and Jaguar I-Pace to Mercedes EQS 
• Highly trained, discreet chauffeurs. 
• Door-to-door service with no cancellations. 
• Transparent fares with no surges. 

Electric Class offers all of this – while being lighter on both the environment and the wallet.

Electric vehicles are cheaper to run. Electricity costs less than petrol or diesel, servicing is simpler, and EVs are exempt from the London Congestion Charge (£15 per day). That efficiency means OUNO can price Electric Class more competitively than non-electric equivalents.

Take a real-world example:

• O2 to Mayfair (Electric Class): ~£75 
• O2 to Mayfair (Mercedes E-Class): £90+ 

That’s a saving of at least £15 – with the same luxury service and an even more refined driving experience. Multiply that across regular journeys, and the benefits add up quickly.

Here’s how Ouno’s Electric Class cars stack up against OUNO’s non-electric E-Class on some of London’s most popular journeys.

Even when compared to OUNO’s competitive non-electric fares, Electric Class delivers consistent savings. Against a Mercedes S-Class, the gap is larger still. 

With Electric Class, you get sustainability and refinement without paying a premium.

The upfront cost tells only part of the story. With Electric Class, clients benefit from:

• Congestion Charge exemption: saving £15 daily within central London. 
• ULEZ compliance: no risk of extra charges in low-emission zones. 
• Lower operating costs: savings that help keep fares stable. 
• Prestige factor: showing clients and peers you value sustainability. 

For executives, these aren’t just financial wins. They’re reputational ones too.

The difference becomes even clearer when we compare the Electric Class against the Mercedes S-Class, OUNO’s most prestigious non-electric vehicle.

Choosing Electric Class means arriving in a Tesla or Mercedes EQ model instead of a petrol S-Class. Both deliver luxury – but one does it sustainably, and often for £20 – £40 less.

Every Electric Class booking comes with refinement and sustainability built in. But clients also want to know which cars are available. Here’s a quick overview of OUNO’s current electric fleet –  designed to cover solo business trips, family airport transfers, and group escapes.

Each model is fully electric, ULEZ-compliant, and equipped with executive-class interiors.

Whether you’re heading to Heathrow for a business trip or Mayfair for dinner, there’s an Electric Class vehicle tailored to your needs.

Related article: Luxury Meets Sustainability: Why London’s Elite Choose Electric Chauffeurs

Booking Electric Class is simple:

1. Download the OUNO app or book online. 
2. Enter your journey details and get a fixed-fare quote in 90 seconds. 
3. Select Electric Class. 
4. Confirm and ride. 

No surges. No cancellations. Just luxury, responsibly delivered.

Q: Are electric chauffeurs cheaper than petrol or diesel?
A: Yes. EVs are cheaper to run, and OUNO passes those efficiencies into competitive fares.

Q: Does OUNO charge less for Electric Class?
A: Yes, in many cases Electric Class fares are lower than non-electric equivalents – especially compared to the S-Class.

Q: Do electric chauffeurs compromise on luxury?
A: Not at all. Electric Class features Tesla, Jaguar I-Pace and Mercedes EQ models with executive interiors.

Q: How far can Electric Class vehicles travel?
A: Between 200 and 300+ miles on a single charge – ideal for London, airports, and countryside escapes.

Q: Why should I choose Electric Class?
A: Because it combines luxury and reliability with the financial and reputational benefits of sustainable travel.