Taxi Charge: 6 Best Electric Taxis of 2026
If you’re in the market for a new taxi, there is the strong likelihood that you have considered the time has come to switch to an electric taxi.
The automotive sector has undergone widespread change over the past ten years with a slew of electric cars across all sectors hitting the road alongside hybrid, plug-in hybrid and conventional fuel-powered models.
It means there are many suitable electric vehicles that would make the perfect taxi available at The Taxi Centre.
Why Now is the Right Time to Buy an Electric Taxi
Electric cars hold particular resonance for taxi drivers as the appeal of zero emissions – particularly for businesses that operate in low-emission zones – can result in major savings.
Not only that, but electric cars are also quieter and therefore offer a more refined experience for the passenger, while major advancements in technology mean many can complete higher mileages before needing to be recharged.
Better yet, electric power has been applied across a wide range of cars at The Taxi Centre, with everything from practical SUVs to handy multi-purpose vehicles to lavish saloons getting the EV treatment.
Moreover, many models in The Taxi Centre line-up come with the government’s £3,750/£1,500 Electric Car Grant applied for additional savings.
So, which electric cars would suit your private hire business best? Allow us to offer up our electric taxi recommendations...
The Taxi Centre's 6 Best Electric Taxis
MGS5 Taxi
The MGS5 arrives as the much-anticipated replacement for the wildly successful MG ZS EV, with the British-origin manufacturer building on the strengths of its predecessor with a practical interior, generous specification and impressive range returns.
Two battery options are offered – 49kWh and 64kWh – with the larger of the two capable of almost 300 miles of range. Better still, it produces a swift 228bhp and takes less than 30 minutes to achieve a 10-80% recharge.
It’s spacious too with a 453-litre boot on offer and plenty of room in the rear for three adult passengers. If that is not enough, then the larger MGS6 gets a 674-litre boot.
Kit across the board includes active safety aides, LED headlights, a reversing camera and 17-inch alloy wheels. Opt for the top-of-the-range Trophy and you’ll also get a 360-degree camera and powered tailgate.
Skoda Elroq Taxi
Every taxi driver knows the Octavia and Superb well, but the Skoda Elroq proves that there is a lot of value in considering an electric taxi from the Czechia manufacturer too.
While its stablemates offer practicality as conventional taxi choices, the Elroq gets close with its spacious 470-litre boot, while there are numerous smart touches like various cubby holes and a multi-tiered parcel shelf.
It’s frugal too with the best-selling 63kWh model offering 265-miles of range, while the larger 82kWh model can go upwards of 356-miles, according to WLTP figures.
Moreover, being a Skoda, the Elroq is refined to drive and has a superbly built and thoughtfully designed interior.
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Kia EV4 Taxi
Kia has one of the most comprehensive electric taxi line-ups at The Taxi Centre, including the EV3 hatchback-cum-SUV and the EV6 coupe-saloon, plus two SUVs in the EV5 and EV9.
The newest arrival, however, is the Kia EV4, which rivals the Toyota Corolla and Skoda Octavia but does so with an electric powertrain.
Equipped with an 81kWh battery, the EV4 generates over 200bhp and returns 273-miles of range in ‘Standard’ trim, or upwards of 388-miles in ‘Long Range’ guise.
Beyond that, the EV4 has one of the best-equipped and built interiors in the small family car class, while it offers up a generous 435-litres of boot space.
BYD Seal Taxi
For taxi drivers seeking an electric car with a splash of luxury, the BYD Seal represents an attractive and well-equipped executive option.
Very pointedly aimed at the Tesla Model 3, the Seal gets a slinky exterior design on the outside and suitably contemporary finish to the interior.
Two versions of the Seal are available – single-motor, rear-wheel drive or dual-motor all-wheel drive – which offer eye-catching performance figures of either 308bhp or 523bhp.
Whichever you choose, however, range is generous across the board with upwards of 354-miles (WLTP Combined) of durability on offer.
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Toyota Proace City Verso Taxi
Don’t be fooled by the relatively short dimensions of the Toyota Proace City Verso, for its van-based origins ensure it is an immensely spacious electric taxi option.
Available in five and seven-seat guise, the Proace City Verso offers a tremendous amount of luggage carrying capacity.
If you only have a need for five-seats, then the 806-litre boot will be enough to swallow each passenger’s luggage and more, while the tall dimensions ensures there is plenty of space for fares too.
Under the skin, the Proace City Verso comes with a 52kWh battery that can travel upwards of 213-miles (WLTP Combined), while it features an Eco mode to make the battery go further.
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Toyota Proace Verso Taxi
With the option of seven, eight or even nine seats, the electric Toyota Proace Verso is the ideal taxi if you need a particularly capacious model with multi-passenger carrying capabilities.
Available in ‘medium’ (eight-seater) or ‘long’ (seven or nine-seater) body-style, the Proace Verso functions as an excellent airport taxi with enough room for passengers to stretch out in individual armchairs, while retaining enough space for their luggage.
Better still, the Proace Verso benefits from a 75kWh battery powertrain generating 134bhp and allowing for up to 133 miles of range and zero emissions.
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Buy A Used Car at The Taxi Centre
From SUVs to family cars to executive saloons, The Taxi Centre’s used stock will have the right taxi at the right price for you.
At The Taxi Centre, we want to help you find the best new taxi deal possible.
We offer a selection of taxi finance options to help cover the costs of your new taxi in a way that suits your budget. Just one of the many benefits you get when buying a taxi direct from us.
We offer Hire Purchase (HP) on all of our new taxi, as well as Personal Contract Purchase (PCP) for specific models.