VAUXHALL, Mokka Electric (Latest Model)

The 2025 Vauxhall Mokka Electric is pitched squarely at buyers who want something that looks as distinctive as it feels easy to live with and its range reflects that intent. Prices currently start at around £31,000, putting it on competitive ground with other compact electric SUVs while still leaving room for a well equipped top trim.

Under the skin, the Mokka Electric now uses a 54 kWh battery paired with a 156 bhp electric motor, which feels like a sensible sweet spot for mixed UK driving. In real-world use, most drivers see around 220–250 miles of range before needing to recharge, not segment leading but more than enough to be genuinely useful for daily life and occasional longer trips without constant planning.

Trim levels are structured to shape how bold the car feels, rather than how radically it drives. The entry level Design sits at the bottom of the range and gives you the essentials wrapped in the Mokka’s confidently styled package. It never feels inadequate, especially given the price and it carries enough equipment to serve as a default everyday choice.

Above that, the GS trim — the version most buyers will probably choose — adds sportier visual touches, larger wheels and a slightly more assured interior feel. It doesn’t change the powertrain but it does enhance the presence and comfort that the Mokka Electric has always been about. On the road, the extra kit simply makes the car feel more complete rather than more powerful and that aligns with the Mokka’s overall personality.

As with other compact electric SUVs, there’s no overabundance of oddball variants or baffling option packs. Instead, the range focuses on a handful of clearly differentiated choices that help you decide whether you care most about value, style, or a bit more visual flair. In a crowded segment that’s a welcome approach and it means the Mokka Electric stands as a confident alternative to rivals like the Peugeot e-2008 or Renault Megane E-Tech without feeling like just another run of the mill EV.

The Mokka Electric’s interior continues the theme set by the exterior: confident, modern and a little unconventional. Vauxhall’s “Pure Panel” layout dominates the dashboard, combining digital displays into a clean, horizontal arrangement that avoids clutter without feeling bare.

Material quality is solid rather than luxurious. You’ll find harder plastics lower down but the areas you interact with most feel well finished and the overall design carries enough visual interest to distract from the cost saving measures. The GS trim in particular, adds contrast stitching and sportier touches that lift the cabin noticeably.

The driving position is easy to get right, with good forward visibility and supportive seats that work well on longer journeys. The infotainment system is functional and logically laid out, though it still lacks the slickness and responsiveness of the best systems in the class.

Rear seat space is acceptable rather than generous. Adults fit comfortably for shorter trips but legroom and headroom are tighter than in some rivals, reminding you that the Mokka prioritises style over outright space.

The 2025 Mokka Electric feels more settled on the road than its predecessors. The updated motor delivers power smoothly and with enough urgency to make the car feel confident in traffic and on faster roads. It’s not quick in a hot-hatch sense but it’s responsive and easy to drive.

Around town, the Mokka Electric is in its element. The compact dimensions, light steering and good visibility make it easy to thread through narrow streets and park in tight spaces. It feels agile and alert, exactly as a small electric SUV should.

Ride quality is generally well controlled, though it can lean towards the firm side, particularly on larger wheels. Uneven road surfaces are handled competently but sharper bumps make their presence felt. On the motorway, the Mokka settles down nicely, with good straight line stability and a quiet cabin, even if overall refinement isn’t quite class-leading.

The emphasis here is confidence rather than excitement. The Mokka Electric doesn’t encourage you to push it hard but it always feels predictable and composed, which suits its role perfectly.

The updated 54kWh battery significantly improves the Mokka Electric’s day-to-day usability. Official figures suggest a range of over 250 miles and in real-world UK driving, most owners will see around 220–250 miles depending on conditions and driving style.

That’s enough to make daily use feel effortless and longer trips manageable without constant planning. Cold weather and motorway driving will knock that down but not enough to be a worry.

Charging performance is competitive for the class. On a rapid DC charger, the Mokka Electric can accept up to 100kW, allowing a 10–80% charge in roughly 30 minutes. It’s not class leading but it’s reliable and consistent, which matters far more in practice.

At home, overnight charging on a wall box easily covers several days of typical driving. Energy consumption remains stable, helping keep running costs low and predictable, especially for drivers who charge primarily at home.

The Mokka Electric is a compact SUV in every sense of the word. Measuring around 4.15m long, 1.79m wide and 1.53m tall, it’s easy to manoeuvre and well suited to urban environments but those dimensions inevitably affect the interior.

Front seat space is generous, with plenty of headroom and a comfortable, slightly raised driving position. In the rear, space is more limited. Two adults fit comfortably enough but legroom is tighter than in some rivals and three across the back is best kept for short journeys.

The boot measures around 350 litres, which is adequate for everyday tasks like shopping, school bags and weekend luggage but it’s not especially generous. Folding the rear seats extends the load space for larger items, though the shape of the boot reflects the Mokka’s compact footprint rather than maximising volume.

For families with young children, it works well enough but those with pushchairs or lots of kit may find it fills up quickly. As a daily runabout with occasional longer trips, it makes far more sense.

The 2025 Mokka Electric comes well equipped with modern safety systems. Autonomous emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance and traffic sign recognition are standard, while higher trims add more advanced driver aids. These systems operate smoothly and unobtrusively, offering reassurance without constant interference.

Build quality feels solid and the updated electric drivetrain has proven reliable across multiple Stellantis models. Battery management appears well sorted, with no widespread reports of rapid degradation and the underlying platform is now well established.

Long term ownership confidence is helped by predictable servicing requirements and the simplicity of the electric powertrain. The Mokka Electric may look bold and youthful but beneath that it feels engineered for everyday dependability.

The 2025 Vauxhall Mokka Electric is the version the car always wanted to be. It keeps the bold styling and compact confidence that made the original stand out but finally backs it up with a powertrain that feels properly capable in everyday use.

It’s not the roomiest, the softest-riding or the most technologically advanced electric SUV in its class. But it doesn’t need to be. What it offers instead is a strong sense of identity, easy ownership and a driving experience that feels calm and sorted.

For buyers who want a small electric SUV that looks different, feels modern and now delivers the range and confidence expected in 2025, the Mokka Electric makes a convincing, well-rounded case for itself.