How does my business apply for an Electric Car Lease like the Porshe Macan EV

The Porsche Macan EV electric Car lease - How does my business apply?

The move into electric cars has not been at the expense of luxury, comfort and desirability. As we move through 2026 (with speed) we have witnessed a number of very exciting new EVs which are pushing the boundaries of what we ever thought was possible.

Technology, battery efficiency and charging speeds are well beyond what most drivers need. With the continued kick by the petrol and diesel prices at the pumps causing more British businesses to think carefully about their fleet requirements, the allure of the BEV is growing. While some smaller and bigger businesses will buy their new EV (Hire Purchase, Contract Purchase or Cash) many are pursuing the practicality and risk-controlled contract hire / leasing route.

With contract hire, the big advantage for the business is that it never owns the asset. If there are deprecation concerns or if the business does not want to go through the time, hassle and inconvenience of selling their vehicles, the lease route presents a more flexible and at-length route.

In essence, you take on the vehicle for a set time (2, 3 or 4 years), set mileage (5,000 - 50,000 per annum) and on an initial rental / deposit which meets your cash flow / tax needs.  With the "maintenance package” you can include the costs of all servicing, maintenance and tyres (inc punctures) within the arrangement.

This essentially means that the customer will only have to fuel it (via electricity), insure it and cover any windscreen damage. The rest of it is included for the duration. The idea is that the business enjoys cash flow and tax efficiencies along with the ability to cost control their fleet with robust detail.

At the end of the contract, you simply arrange for the vehicle to be collected in line with the new / replacement vehicle being collected. But does every business qualify?

When you speak with leasing brokers, like the e-car lease team, you enjoy the benefit of our panel of funders. This means that you are provided with a cost-effective solution for the individual vehicle BUT also means that your business can be accommodated if the structure or circumstances do not comply with the rules and approach of one particular funder. For most UK limited companies, your qualification for a new lease car is based on the following information:

•  Company Name / Number – every limited company must be registered at Companies House and the credit application must reflect what is in the public domain;
•  Company Type – the activities of the company are relevant to the analysis, as certain industries are more risky than others. There are also prohibited industries which the finance company may not be able to assist with;   
•  Establish Date – most finance companies / lenders do expect at least one year of trading history and others will expect two. In some cases, there are facilities to help “new start” companies, where the company has not been established for the one year mark and there are elements like a director’s guarantee / indemnity which may be requested. Or if you have traded as a sole trader or partnership, this financial history and documentation can be used as part of the application;  
•  VAT Number – if your company turnover exceeds £90,000, then you must register for VAT and provide this detail to our team;

•  Director Details – if your company has 2 directors, or more, you must supply their details to the lender. While many funders only expect details for at least two directors, they will “soft search” to ensure their credit profile is robust. Some finance companies will raise a concern about the business lending if the individual director has a poor or questionable credit history. In cases of the director’s guarantee / indemnity, the credit history is essential;
•  Bank Details – the lease must be paid via the company applying and the name of the bank account must match the company name; and 
• Accounts / Banking Details – ensure your accounts are up to date on Companies House and have the full version (unabbreviated) copies ready. In addition, bank statements (for up to 3 months) may need to be reviewed and appraised. 

We always recommend that small / medium limited companies do speak with their accountants first. This is useful for understanding the tax implications, and benefits, while also ensuring that the necessary information is collated for the application.

This does ensure that the process is handled quickly. If you do not have all the necessary components, this will only delay the credit application process.

However, if you are like our food and retail business from Manchester, who ensured that their financial information and Companies house submission were aligned, the Porsche Macan electric car lease application was smooth sailing. The director recently enjoyed their delivery of this luxury SUV.

In terms of the car shown, the Porsche MACAN ELECTRIC ESTATE 380kW 4S 100kWh 5dr Auto (Pure Electric Vehicle), this is based on the following configuration:

•  Porsche Solid Paint - Black
•  Sport-tex/leatherette – Black

•  22" Macan sports wheels
•  Power steering plus
•  BOSE surround sound system with 14 loudspeakers including subwoofer, 14 amplifier channels and total output 710 watts
•  Porsche electric sport sound
•  Heated windscreen
•  High gloss black side window trims

•  Privacy glass
•  Sideblades in body colour
•  Sport design package – eMacan
•  Side airbags in rear compartment
•  Mode 3 charging cable 

4S Electric - this AWD SUV has a usable battery of 94.9 kWh which offers 380kW (510hp), top speeds of 149 mph and 0-62 times of 4.1 seconds. Real-world ranges suggest a combined 245 miles in colder weather with warmer temperatures to allow for 330 miles (on a full charge) – combined range 290 miles.

The 11kW AC allows for 0-100% charging times of 10 hour and 15 minutes with the 270kW DC enabling 10-80% in 21 minutes. The Macan has no Bidirectional charging. It has a 124 mpg equivalent, 540L cargo volume and offers towing capacities of 750kg (unbraked) and 2500kg (braked). The heat pump is standard.

Need more help and advice on a new or used EV?

Head to our   Porsche Macan Electric Car Lease deals  or just get in touch with our expert team on 01942 910 001 or by emailing us at [email protected].