When it's time to start looking for a new Motability car people always want to know which new cars are coming soon to the Motability Scheme. Whether you're looking for an efficient and compact hybrid, a roomy and practical 7-seat SUV or a smart new electric car, there'll be something new for every Motability customer in 2022. It’s no surprise that electric vehicles (EVs) and hybrids dominate as vehicle manufacturers work hard to meet customer demand and the challenging new vehicle emissions rules. Make sure you check out our round-up of what's hopefully joining the Motability Scheme price list in 2022.
These new cars and facelifted models have all been added to the Motability Scheme car list during 2022. Some were added and later removed because of the global car shortage and long delivery times.
Citroen returns to its quirky roots with the unusual C5 X, a car that could perhaps be defined as an estate, a hatchback, a fastback and a crossover all in one. It's an unusual combination, but we think the right kind of Motability customer might rather like it.
Hopefully the flagship Plug-in Hybrid 225 e-EAT8 derivative will be added to the Motability Scheme list soon after launch.
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The second generation DS 4 compact premium hatch will probably deserve more recognition than it'll get when it's released here in the UK. For us, this will be one of the most interesting and distinctive cars of its kind in this part of the market. There are sharp looks, a stand-out cabin and PHEV engine tech if you want it. In short, there's lots to like, but it'll probably come at a premium price when it does join the Motability Scheme list in 2022.
A fully electric version may also appear on the Motability Scheme at a later date.
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When added to the scheme UK Motability customers will get to choose between the standard 5 door Dacia Sandero hatch and the beefed-up Sandero Stepway, which adds roof rails, a higher ride height and rugged plastic cladding. This third generation Dacia is built on the group's latest CMF-B platform (which also underpins the current Nissan Juke and Renault Clio) which means there are much better engines fitted in this latest model.
The all-new Dacia Sandero is expected to remain one of the cheapest vehicles available to lease through the Motability Scheme, with many models likely to cost less than the full allowance.
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You'd have thought that every conceivable market niche in the motor industry would have already been filled. Yet here's one segment that has always been ignored: the really affordable 7-seat family car. And who better to fill that niche than Dacia?
The company has taken its popular Sandero and stretched the platform enough to insert a third seating row, creating the Dacia Jogger. These additional seats don't slide or fold into the floor, so when you're not using them and you need extra boot space, you have to take them out (fortunately, they only weigh 10kg each), freeing up as much as 712-litres of space. If you need more room, the middle row seats roll forward and split 60:40. Dacia say the maximum carrying capacity is 1819-litres.
The Jogger has even been engineered with the option of Dacia's first hybrid engine.
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The latest Honda HR-V is part of a new generation of far more efficient compact SUVs. It's a self charging full-Hybrid with a really clever powertrain that can be driven in electric-only mode at low speeds. There's also a sophisticated interior that retains the previous model's neat 'Magic' folding seats and a minimalist dash layout.
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Hyundai has unveiled yet another option at the more affordable end of the small SUV segment. The new Bayon sits just below the Kona in the Hyundai line up and will be seen as competition for models like the Nissan Juke and Vauxhall Crossland.
The Bayon - which is named after the city of Bayonne in southwest France - shares its platform and engines with the latest Hyundai i20, which means it is also powered by a mild-hybrid, turbocharged 1.0-litre petrol engine.
Hyundai says the new Bayon will offer drivers advanced connectivity technology rarely found in this segment, with what the firm claims is 'a best-in-class digital cockpit and top-line infotainment features'.
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The Sportage is Kia’s best-selling model here in the UK, but the fourth-generation version has been on sale for a while so it's overdue an overhaul. The new fifth-generation Sportage, expected to hit UK showrooms towards the back end of 2021 or the start of 2022, features a radical new design and will also come with the option of electrified powertrains, including a choice of mild-hybrid, full-hybrid and plug-in hybrid technology alongside both petrol and diesel engines.
The new Sportage will share many of its parts with the latest Hyundai Tucson (just like the old Sportage does), including the same engines, connectivity tech and safety systems.
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A surprise addition, the Lexus UX joined the Motability Scheme list in late July boasting a high level of standard specification, an impressive array of connectivity options, improved safety features and an economical self-charging full-Hybrid powertrain.
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MG have announced a significant update for the 2022 ZS EV, which includes an improved driving range and a fresh new look. The popular crossover can now be ordered with a 72kWh long range battery that offers a range of 273 miles per charge, compared with the 163 miles that could be achieved in the older version. Another model, equipped with a smaller 51kWh battery (and a range of 199 miles) will also be available.
The new 2022 ZS EV will come with MG's latest iSmart infotainment system and smartphone connectivity, through which various car, climate, security and charging functions can be controlled remotely.
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Update May 2022 - the MG ZS EV has been temporarily removed from the Motability Scheme list due to extended lead times and ongoing production issues.
The new Nissan Ariya aims to rejuvenate the mid-sized part of the EV market. This is a coupe crossover that really appears to have the 'want one' factor that's missing from so many electric vehicles in the family segment. It's very boldly styled, has an impressive EV driving range of up to 310 miles and there's a high-performance 4WD version too.
With this car, Nissan will be hoping to attract drivers who would never previously have considered an EV.
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Peugeot’s 5 door family hatchback and estate gets a radical redesign for 2022 that echoes the design of the French firms latest 208 and 2008 models. You can also see from the picture the new Peugeot badge, which makes its debut on the new 308.
You'll be able to opt for a plug-in hybrid if you want better efficiency or pick from a 1.2-litre petrol or a 1.5-litre diesel for your Peugeot 308, with all engines featuring an eight-speed automatic gearbox as standard.
Peugeot has also confirmed that both the 308 hatchback and 308 SW estate will have the option of a full electric powertrain from 2023, with a larger battery and motor than the smaller e-208.
The last Peugeot 308 wasn't a car many Motability customers would have chosen in preference to a Golf, let alone anything premium, but this new third generation is a very proposition.
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Skoda's fourth generation Fabia now sits on the same platform as the Seat Ibiza, Audi A1 and Volkswagen Polo and as a result benefits from new connectivity options, driver assistance systems and safety technology. The engine options are all three-cylinder petrols, tuned to various power outputs. The one to pick will be the VW Group's 1.0-litre TSI turbo engine, offered in 95 and 110PS states of tune.
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Skoda has revealed a new facelifted version of its Skoda Karoq SUV. The 2022 update gives this popular family SUV refreshed styling inside and out, including a revised front end and grill, more efficient engines, updated technology and the option of a new 'eco' pack that includes vegan-friendly interior fabrics.
Two new optional safety packs are also available. The updated Skoda Karoq will be available in just three trim levels: SE Drive, SE L and SportLine.
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Skoda has overhauled its Kodiaq SUV, introducing new technology plus an interior and exterior makeover that brings the optional seven-seater into line with the Czech brand's latest designs.
With this mid-life facelift the new Skoda Kodiaq gets a new grill, revamped front and rear bumpers and a revised headlight design. The inside has also been updated, with new seat designs and updated connectivity tech.
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Vauxhall have given the next-generation Astra a bold new look, with a redesigned front grille and bumper similar to the new 'Visor' design we've already seen on the latest Mokka SUV.
Vauxhall have announced that the new Astra range will feature two plug-in hybrid options – the same 180PS and 225PS units from the Peugeot 308. Using a 1.6 litre petrol engine and an electric motor, they will have a zero emission range of up to 35 miles.
There will also be a 1.2 litre petrol engine option, with 110PS or 130PS, and a 1.5-litre diesel (130PS), in combination with a six-speed manual or eight-speed automatic gearbox.
A fully electric Astra-e is likely to be added to the Motability range in early 2023.
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Volkswagen have announced a facelift for the Volkswagen Polo, which includes a raft of smart new exterior styling changes, an upgrade to Volkswagen's latest infotainment system plus the firm’s brilliant digital cockpit will now come fitted as standard.
The updated car will also feature a new LED light strip along the radiator grille, which can also be seen on the electric ID.3 and the Golf 8.
The engine choice remains the same as before, with a range of power outputs confirmed from 79 bhp up to 108 bhp. The new 2021 Polo will be available in Life, Style and R-Line trims, matching the new Golf’s specification line-up.
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VW has revealed its new entry-level SUV, the Volkswagen Taigo. The new compact model will be the German brand's first coupe-style SUV in Europe. It's larger than the current T-Cross and will be based on the same platform as the new Volkswagen Polo.
Despite its coupe-like sloping roof, Volkswagen promises an impressive interior space and a 438-litre boot.
The Taigo should go on sale here in the UK before the end of 2021 with the first deliveries following soon after, which means it will probably be 2022 until it becomes available for Motability customers.
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The seven-seat Volkswagen Tiguan Allspace has had a facelift, featuring many of the same styling and technology upgrades as the smaller Tiguan which includes an updated interior and a host of new safety systems.
The new Tiguan Allspace will benefit from Matrix LED headlights, Volkswagen's digital cockpit, new touch-sensitive climate controls plus it will also feature a range of new online services and functions displayed via an 8 or optional 9.2-inch touchscreen.
The facelifted Allspace will be available with the same trim levels as the standard model: a base-model, Life, Elegance and the sportier R-Line.
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Before you book your visit to a Motability Specialist to order your new Motability car, make sure you take a look at our round-up of what we think will be coming to the Motability Scheme next year.
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