Should I buy a service plan for my new electric car?

I bought a new Kia Soul EV in March 2020. Is it worth buying a service plan (two years £239, three years £529, five years £759)?

Asked on 11 January 2021 by Robert McNally

Answered by Andrew Brady
There's not much that's actually changed in an electric car service (there's no engine oil, for example) so EV servicing is usually cheaper than servicing a petrol car. You'll still need to get the car serviced regularly to avoid invalidating the warranty, although you might find a local garage willing to do it for less. That said, those prices don't sound unreasonable and you'll have the peace of mind of having your car checked regularly by a main dealer.
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