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EV Power v1 by British Gas: regional prices, payment types, fuel options & Economy 7

A UK-focused guide to every current version of EV Power v1 from British Gas, including Dual Fuel, Electricity options, payment methods such as Cash / Cheque, Monthly Direct Debit, <strong>Economy 7</strong> and standard-rate versions and pricing across 14 PES regions.

  • See the main EV Power v1 option groups in one place
  • Check region-by-region unit rates and standing charges for your exact service type, payment method and meter setup
  • Compare this tariff fairly with the wider market using your postcode and usage
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Unit rates and standing charges vary by region, meter type, service type and payment method. A postcode-level quote is still the fairest comparison.

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Fast answer: what most people should know about EV Power v1

EV Power v1 is best treated as a single tariff family page because the same tariff name can appear across multiple service types, payment methods, Economy 7 settings and 14 PES regions. The best version for you depends on your postcode, meter setup and how you actually pay for energy.

Editor's rule of thumb: compare only like-for-like. If you are on Direct Debit, compare Direct Debit. If you need Economy 7, compare Economy 7. If you want dual fuel, do not compare it against an electricity-only row and assume the result is equivalent.

Key takeaways

  • Service types: Dual Fuel, Electricity
  • Payment methods: Cash / Cheque, Monthly Direct Debit
  • Regions covered: 14 PES regions
  • Economy 7: available on at least one option group
  • Exit fee: up to £50.00 per fuel

What to have ready

  • Your postcode for regional pricing
  • Your meter type, including Economy 7 if relevant
  • Your annual usage or a recent bill
  • Your preferred payment method
  • Whether you need electricity-only, gas-only or dual fuel

If you're in a hurry

Use a whole-of-market quote first, then check the exact row in the regional tables below that matches your setup.

Compare prices with your postcode

Compare EV Power v1 with the wider market

This tariff can look different depending on region, service type, payment method and Economy 7 status. That means the fairest comparison is always postcode-based and like-for-like.

Good to know: a tariff that looks cheapest in one PES region may not be cheapest in another. Use your postcode rather than relying on a headline national figure.

What happens after you compare?

  1. We estimate annual costs using your postcode, meter type and payment method.
  2. You can compare that result with the relevant EV Power v1 option group on this page.
  3. If you proceed, choose the exact regional row that matches your setup before switching.

Always review tariff facts and contract terms before you complete a switch.

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EV Power v1 option groups explained

To keep this page useful and SEO-friendly, we group the underlying records by service type, payment method and Economy 7. Inside each group, you can then see the regional prices across the PES areas we hold.

Fuel / service types

Current records show these service types for EV Power v1: Dual Fuel, Electricity.

  • Dual fuel can be convenient but is not always cheapest.
  • Single-fuel options may suit households comparing separate suppliers.

Payment types

Current payment methods listed include Cash / Cheque, Monthly Direct Debit.

  • Always compare the same payment method.
  • Direct Debit, bill payment and prepayment can produce different annual costs.

Regional prices

This page includes regional records across 14 PES regions, because energy prices are not the same everywhere in Great Britain.

  • Use postcode-based quotes for the most accurate comparison.
  • Unit rates and standing charges vary by region and are shown in the tables below.

Internal links for this tariff cluster

Read our British Gas supplier guide, browse all British Gas tariffs, or compare broader categories such as Economy 7, dual fuel and Direct Debit tariffs.

Lowest electricity unit rate shown

The lowest electricity unit rate currently shown is 28.220p/kWh under the Dual Fuel / Monthly Direct Debit / Economy 7 option group. Rates range up to 31.670p/kWh across regions for this group. A postcode-level quote is needed to estimate your annual cost.

EV Power v1 comparison table (grouped by option type)

This summary table groups the tariff by the differences that matter most: service type, payment method and Economy 7. Each row then links to a regional breakdown so you can see all PES-region unit rates and standing charges.

Service type Payment method Economy 7 Regions Elec rate range (p/kWh) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Details
Dual Fuel Cash / Cheque Yes 14 29.722 – 33.366 12 months £50.00 View regional prices
Dual Fuel Monthly Direct Debit Yes 14 28.220 – 31.670 12 months £50.00 View regional prices
Electricity Cash / Cheque Yes 14 29.722 – 33.366 12 months £50.00 View regional prices
Electricity Monthly Direct Debit Yes 14 28.220 – 31.670 12 months £50.00 View regional prices

Decision checklist

  • Pick the right fuel/service type first.
  • Keep the payment method the same across comparisons.
  • Only choose an Economy 7 row if your meter and usage pattern suit it.
  • Use your postcode to sense-check the regional prices.

Why regional rows matter

  • Standing charges and unit rates vary by PES region.
  • A tariff that looks cheap nationally may be less competitive in your area.
  • Regional differences can materially change annual cost estimates.

Dual Fuel, Cash / Cheque, Economy 7: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) E7 off-peak (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Gas rate (p/kWh) Gas standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 30.425 8.999 53.84 6.464 33.42 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 32.034 8.970 53.26 6.518 33.46 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 29.858 8.933 49.87 6.662 33.04 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 33.366 9.009 75.25 6.641 33.11 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 30.223 9.001 57.78 6.559 33.28 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 30.213 9.015 65.03 6.567 33.24 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 32.362 9.013 55.75 6.537 33.23 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 32.567 9.003 66.13 6.592 33.21 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 30.902 9.003 61.25 6.582 33.20 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 32.341 8.988 52.61 6.474 33.49 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 31.309 9.000 49.51 6.634 33.53 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 31.818 9.014 56.17 6.810 33.16 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 32.174 9.028 59.29 6.827 33.44 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 29.722 9.012 63.73 6.493 33.25 12 months £50.00 Choose this option

Dual Fuel, Monthly Direct Debit, Economy 7: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) E7 off-peak (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Gas rate (p/kWh) Gas standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 28.900 7.900 45.31 6.137 25.41 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 30.410 7.900 45.41 6.189 25.36 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 28.280 7.900 42.48 6.323 25.86 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 31.670 7.900 66.10 6.306 25.79 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 28.690 7.900 49.53 6.230 25.58 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 28.710 7.900 55.94 6.233 25.63 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 30.730 7.900 47.33 6.206 25.65 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 30.920 7.900 58.80 6.260 25.66 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 29.360 7.900 54.40 6.251 25.69 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 30.700 7.900 44.77 6.146 25.32 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 29.710 7.900 41.54 6.297 25.26 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 30.200 7.900 47.52 6.467 25.71 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 30.570 7.900 51.42 6.482 25.34 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 28.220 7.900 54.91 6.160 25.62 12 months £50.00 Choose this option

Electricity, Cash / Cheque, Economy 7: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) E7 off-peak (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 30.425 8.999 53.84 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 32.034 8.970 53.26 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 29.858 8.933 49.87 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 33.366 9.009 75.25 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 30.223 9.001 57.78 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 30.213 9.015 65.03 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 32.362 9.013 55.75 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 32.567 9.003 66.13 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 30.902 9.003 61.25 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 32.341 8.988 52.61 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 31.309 9.000 49.51 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 31.818 9.014 56.17 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 32.174 9.028 59.29 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 29.722 9.012 63.73 12 months £50.00 Choose this option

Electricity, Monthly Direct Debit, Economy 7: regional prices

Unit rates are shown in pence per kWh (p/kWh). Standing charges are shown in pence per day (p/day), calculated from the yearly figures. Use the row that matches your location when you switch.

PES region Elec rate (p/kWh) E7 off-peak (p/kWh) Elec standing (p/day) Contract Exit fee (per fuel) Switch
East Midlands 28.900 7.900 45.31 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Eastern 30.410 7.900 45.41 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
London 28.280 7.900 42.48 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Manweb 31.670 7.900 66.10 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Midlands 28.690 7.900 49.53 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Northern 28.710 7.900 55.94 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Norweb 30.730 7.900 47.33 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Hydro 30.920 7.900 58.80 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Scottish Power 29.360 7.900 54.40 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Seeboard 30.700 7.900 44.77 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Southern 29.710 7.900 41.54 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Swalec 30.200 7.900 47.52 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
SWEB 30.570 7.900 51.42 12 months £50.00 Choose this option
Yorkshire 28.220 7.900 54.91 12 months £50.00 Choose this option

Costs, exclusions and common pitfalls to check

Most mistakes happen when the wrong regional or payment-type version of the tariff is compared. Use these checks before switching.

1) Region matters

There are separate regional records because energy pricing differs across PES areas. Do not assume a headline price applies nationally.

2) Payment method affects price

Direct Debit, bill payment and prepayment variants can differ materially. Compare like-for-like only.

3) Economy 7 is usage-sensitive

Economy 7 can help if enough usage is overnight, but can cost more overall if most use is daytime.

4) Fuel bundle changes the comparison

Dual fuel should not be compared directly with electricity-only rows unless you normalise the usage assumptions.

5) Exit fees reduce flexibility

Records shown for this tariff include exit fees of up to £50.00 per fuel. Check the exact regional row before switching.

6) Postcode still beats region-only estimates

Region is useful for guidance, but a postcode-based quote is more precise because it reflects the actual tariff availability and pricing for your home.

Helpful shortcut: if you are not sure this is the right product family, compare all British Gas tariffs before drilling into the regional tables.

EV Power v1: FAQs

Why are there so many records for the same tariff name?

Because the tariff can vary by service type, payment method, Economy 7 status and region. This page groups them together so you can compare them in one place.

Are prices for EV Power v1 the same in every region?

No. This page includes region-level records because unit rates and standing charges differ across PES regions. Your postcode is still the best way to confirm what you would actually pay.

Does EV Power v1 come with Economy 7?

Yes. At least one Economy 7 option group is currently listed on this page, with separate day and off-peak unit rates shown per region.

Can I get EV Power v1 as electricity-only, gas-only or dual fuel?

Current records show these service types: Dual Fuel, Electricity. Availability still depends on your home and supplier rules.

How do I switch to the exact regional option I want?

Use the grouped comparison table to find the right option type, then choose the regional row below it that matches your area and click the switch link.

Can I compare this with other tariffs from the same supplier?

Yes. Visit the British Gas tariffs page to compare other current products from the same supplier.

Will switching affect my supply?

In normal circumstances, no. The switch is administrative and your supply continues while the new tariff is set up.

Trust, methodology and related pages

Page details

Supplier
British Gas
Tariff family
EV Power v1
Regions shown
14
Page type
Canonical tariff family page

How we assess EV Power v1

  • Grouped tariff view: we group records with the same tariff name into one page to avoid duplicate pages and to make comparison easier.
  • Regional realism: we show multiple PES-region records because energy prices vary by area.
  • Like-for-like comparison: we encourage comparison using the same payment method, service type and meter assumptions wherever possible.
  • Rate transparency: we show actual unit rates (p/kWh) and standing charges (p/day) so you can estimate costs using your own usage figures.
  • Availability caveat: the exact tariff you can join may still depend on your postcode and supplier eligibility checks.

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Updated on 24 Mar 2026