🔌 What is Octopus Intelligent?
Octopus Intelligent is a smart EV tariff that automatically charges your car when electricity is cheapest—usually overnight or during off-peak periods.
It connects to your EV or charger and optimises charging times for you.
👉 Result: Lower energy costs without lifting a finger
💸 How Much Can You Actually Save?
🚗 Typical Costs Comparison
| Charging Type | Cost per kWh | Cost per 250-mile charge |
|---|---|---|
| Standard tariff | ~30p | ~£18–£22 |
| Octopus Intelligent | ~7.5p | ~£5–£7 |
👉 Savings per charge: £10–£15
👉 Annual savings: £800–£1,500+
⚡ Why It’s So Cheap
- 🌙 Uses off-peak electricity
- 🤖 Smart scheduling reduces peak demand
- 🔄 Helps balance the grid (and rewards you for it)
📊 Example Annual Savings
Average driver (10,000 miles/year):
- Petrol cost: ~£1,500–£2,000
- Standard EV charging: ~£900
- Intelligent Octopus: ~£300–£400
👉 Total saving vs petrol: £1,200+ per year
🔑 How to Maximise Savings
- 🔌 Charge overnight whenever possible
- 📱 Use a compatible smart charger
- ⚙️ Let Octopus control scheduling (don’t override too often)
- 🏡 Combine with solar or battery for even bigger savings
🚀 Final Thought
Switching to Octopus Intelligent isn’t just about saving money—it’s about making EV ownership significantly cheaper and smarter.
👉 Pair it with the right charger, and your running costs drop dramatically.