Vauxhall Mokka electric long term review

Vauxhall Mokka Electric long term report 2: baby seats and boot space

Key details

Spec: Vauxhall Mokka Electric Ultimate | Price: from £31,680 (£38,755 as tested) | Mileage: 1832 | Test miles per kWh: 4.6 | Report date: 21st July 2025

“Is the Mokka big enough to be a family car?” It’s a question I’ve been asked a few times since taking delivery of Vauxhall’s compact SUV.

Now, before I give you the answer, I should point out that there are only three people in my family (partner, baby and myself). However, for us, the Vauxhall Mokka is indeed big enough to be a family car.

If you are a family of four (or more) you’ll probably need something larger (like Vauxhall’s Grandland, for example) but for two adults and a small baby, the compact but capable Mokka is perfect.

The petrol Mokka provides 350 litres of boot space, which drops to 310 litres for this electric version to accommodate the battery pack. That’s less than you get in the Hyundai Kona Electric (466 litres) and the Peugeot e-2008 (434 litres).

However, while the boot is smaller than some of its rivals, the load space is over a metre wide (1021mm) which means it accommodates a pushchair – though you do have to remove one of the wheels from the buggy.

If your pushchair doesn’t have removeable wheels then you will still get your stroller into the boot of the Mokka, but you’ll probably find that the parcel shelf will be pushed up when you close the boot (which partially obscures the rear window).

You could take out the shelf and leave it at home, but that’ll allow passers-by to see what you have in the boot. And given that pushchairs and baby accessories are pricey bits of kit these days, you’ll want to keep all of that hidden from prying eyes.

Fitting the child seat is easy, with the Mokka having three Isofix anchor points (one for the front passenger seat and two for the outer rear seats).

The Mokka sits 1.5 metres high, which means you don’t have to strain your back by bending down to lift the seat in or out.

The cabin also has a decent level of head and legroom, so your passenger in the front won’t need to push the seat too far forward to accommodate the baby seat behind.

There are no sharp edges in the Mokka’s interior, either, which means I don’t have to worry about my son hurting himself when he attempts to grabs everything within arm’s length.

Anyone with a baby or toddler will know how stressful travelling can be, but Vauxhall has done a pretty good job of making the Mokka as child friendly as possible. And this makes a trip to the shops, play park or the grandparents an easy experience.

The Mokka Electric is currently averaging at 4.6 miles per kWh across a mixture of regular short journeys and occasional 30 miles trips to friends and family. As a result, I’m getting around 250 miles from a full battery charge – pretty much bang on the car’s WLTP combined range figure.

I should add that I use stronger regenerative braking a lot in the Mokka Electric. You activate it by pressing a small ‘B’ button next to the gear selector and the Vauxhall’s electric powertrain really responds to smooth driving with minimal driver braking. If your driving style is more aggressive or you find regen braking too intrusive, then your average efficiency may be less impressive.

In the coming weeks, I’ll be using the Mokka Electric for some longer 200 mile runs, and I expect the average economy to take a hit as motorways are traditionally the arch enemy of EV range. However, for now, I’m genuinely impressed with the real-world range of the Mokka Electric.

Vauxhall Mokka Electric long term report 1: what’s it like to live with an EV?

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Spec: Vauxhall Mokka Electric Ultimate | Price: from £31,680 (£38,755 as tested) | Mileage: 900 | Test miles per kWh: 4.5 | Report date: 20th June 2025

Since becoming a dad, SUVs have become my favourite kind of cars. Not only are they spacious and practical, but the raised seating position and high roofline makes it easy to get a child seat in and out.

So, when the opportunity to perform a long-term review on the Vauxhall Mokka Electric landed in my email inbox, I was more than happy to accept the challenge.

Compact SUVs are big business and have been for some years. That’s why the Ford Puma, Nissan Juke and Volvo XC40 are among the most-popular cars in the UK right now.

And the latest Mokka (updated for 2025 after four years on sale) is an impressive bit of kit. Despite its compact dimensions, it is a family car that punches above its weight when it comes to practicality. This makes it perfect for my growing family.

I’m old enough to remember the launch of the original Mokka (2012 - 2016), but the latest version looks much more appealing with its futuristic ‘Vizor’ front-end integrating the grille, headlights and Vauxhall’s Griffin badge.

The original Mokka had a reputation for being a dependable but value-focused SUV. The latest model feels a lot more premium, with automatic LED headlights and LED taillights standard across the range. 

The interior is filled with lots of useful tech, too. All versions get parking sensors, cruise control, lane departure warning, climate control and traffic sign recognition.

The dashboard is dominated by a bright and easy to read 10-inch colour infotainment display, while a second 10-inch screen sits behind the steering wheel to provide a fully digital instrument cluster.

Importantly, there are still a handful of physical buttons and dials for key in-car controls. This means you can adjust the temperature, fan speed or audio volume without having to interact with the touchscreen - something that’s becoming increasingly rare with the digital-first approach to car interiors.

With one-in-five new cars sold in the UK now battery powered, I’ve decided to test the electric version of the Mokka. It features a 54kWh battery and 154bhp electric motor. Officially, it’ll cover up to 250 miles on a full charge which is better than the Hyundai Kona Electric (234 miles) and the 198 miles that’s advertised with the MG ZS EV.

As with all electric cars, charging times depend on the type of charger the Mokka Electric is hooked up to. A 7kW home charger will take seven and half hours for a full charge from zero while a 11kW unit will do the same job in five hours. Plug the Mokka into a 100kW DC charger and it’ll go from 0-80% in just 30 minutes.

Prices for the Mokka Electric start at £31,680 for the entry-level Griffin trim, while the Design version is £32,430 and the GS is £34,280. I’ve decided to test the range topping Ultimate trim level to get the full fat Mokka Electric experience.

Starting from £38,095, Ultimate adds Intelli-Lux Matrix LED headlights, adaptive cruise control, heated front seats and a heated steering wheel. You also get wireless phone charging and in-build sat nav.

First impressions have so far been good, with the Mokka Electric being a calm and comfortable road companion. I’ve already been impressed by just how easy it is to use. From the in-car tech to the charging the battery, everything is straightforward and simple to understand.

Over the next six months I’ll be using the Mokka Electric for commuting and family transport duties. I’m looking forward to seeing how it copes with everything my work and family can throw at it.