How is the Auto+ Plan grant calculated?

You can apply for the 2026 Auto+ Plan if you are a private individual, a self-employed professional or a company and purchase a vehicle that meets the programme's requirements.

Private individuals can apply for the grant for one vehicle. Self-employed professionals can apply for up to three vehicles, while companies can apply for up to ten.

You can also apply if you bought the vehicle from 1 January 2026, provided it meets the requirements.

Vehicles with a ZERO emissions label that meet the maximum price limit are eligible for the grant.

The programme includes:

• Electric cars;
• Plug-in hybrids;
• Fuel-cell vehicles;
• Extended-range electric vehicles.

Some vehicles previously registered by a dealership may also be eligible. Not all electric cars qualify for the same level of grant, so it is advisable to check the model before buying it.

The car must have a ZERO emissions label and cost no more than €45,000 before tax.

The amount you receive will also depend on the vehicle's technology, its price and whether it was manufactured in Europe.

I would not include a fixed list of brands, as it could become outdated. It is more useful to link to the official list of eligible vehicles once it becomes available.

If you are a private individual, you can receive up to €4,500 to buy a car. Self-employed professionals and companies with up to ten employees can receive up to €6,000.

These are the maximum amounts. The final grant will depend on the vehicle you choose, its price and where it was manufactured.

In addition, when purchasing cars and vans, the dealership must provide a minimum additional discount of €1,000.

The grant is calculated based on three factors:

• the type of vehicle;
• its price;
• whether it was manufactured in Europe.

A battery electric vehicle can receive a higher percentage than a plug-in hybrid. More affordable vehicles and those manufactured in Europe can also qualify for an additional percentage.

This is why not all cars with a ZERO emissions label receive the maximum amount.

No. You do not have to scrap an old car to apply for the Auto+ Plan.

Trading in a vehicle does not increase the amount of the grant either. This is one of the main changes compared with previous programmes.

Applications can be submitted online once the programme's official platform opens.

You can submit the application yourself or authorise someone else to submit the application on your behalf. Some dealerships may also be able to help you prepare and submit your application.

The grant should not be understood as an automatic discount applied when you sign the purchase agreement.

Yes, you can finance the purchase of the vehicle provided the programme's requirements are met.

Leasing is also covered. Contract hire is available to self-employed professionals and companies, provided the agreement meets the established requirements.

Before signing, it is advisable to confirm with the financial institution or hire  company how the grant will be applied.

Yes. You can benefit from any commercial discounts offered by the manufacturer or dealership.

In addition, for cars and vans, the dealership must provide a minimum discount of €1,000, separate from the public grant.

Whether the grant can be combined with other subsidies will depend on the conditions of each programme.

The grants cover purchases made from 1 January 2026.

The date from which applications can be submitted will be announced when the official call for applications is published and opened. Until then, it is important to keep the invoice, proof of payment and vehicle documentation.

The vast majority of new EVs and PHEVs sold in Spain today are covered by the Auto+ Plan. Among the most popular are:

• Pure electric vehicles (BEVs): Tesla Model Y, Volkswagen ID.4, Kia EV3, Hyundai IONIQ 6, Renault 5 E-Tech, Peugeot e-208, BYD Atto 3, BYD Dolphin, Seat Born, Skoda Enyaq and many more.
• Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs): Toyota RAV4 Plug-in, Volkswagen Golf GTE, BMW 330e, Peugeot 308 Hybrid, CUPRA Formentor e-Hybrid and others.

What is not included: non-plug-in hybrids (HEV, such as the Toyota Yaris Hybrid), gas vehicles (LPG, CNG), and second-hand vehicles.

If you have doubts about a specific model, the dealership itself can confirm whether it is part of the programme before you begin negotiations.

Yes. Since 2019, Spanish legislation has recognised the right of the owner of a communal parking space to install a charging point. You simply need to notify the president or property manager of the residents' association in writing. There is no need for a vote at a meeting or approval from the residents' association.

You can claim tax relief for part of the cost of installing a charging point if you meet the current tax requirements.

The deduction is separate from the Auto+ Plan. To claim it, you must keep the invoice and pay using a traceable method, such as a card or bank transfer.

Yes. The Auto+ Plan helps reduce the cost of purchasing the vehicle, while an electricity tariff and a home charger allow you to charge it at home.

They are separate solutions, so you can sign up for the Recarga en Casa Tariff or install a charger while you are arranging the purchase of the car.

Signing up for these options does not affect the amount of the public grant.