Electric vehicle satisfaction remains high

Electric vehicle drivers remain highly satisfied with their vehicles, according to a study by Enedis, which surveyed 1,009 drivers of electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. Ninety-six percent of respondents expressed overall satisfaction, with 97% specifically satisfied with fully electric models.

Electric vehicle usage and travel habits

The average mileage of electric vehicle drivers is stable at 15,000 km, significantly higher than the average mileage of traditional internal combustion engine vehicles at 11,600 km. On average, the households in the sample own two vehicles, with 23% owning multiple electric vehicles and 55% having a mixed fleet of electric and thermal vehicles.

Trip types and vacation use

There is a gap in usage patterns, with 47% of electric vehicle drivers using their vehicles exclusively for daily trips, compared to 25% of plug-in hybrid drivers. In contrast, 69% of plug-in hybrid drivers use their vehicles for all types of trips, including vacation departures, compared to 49% of electric vehicle drivers. Among electric vehicle drivers who go on vacation with their car, half are ready to make a trip of more than 600 km.

Home charging trends and preferences

Home charging is the most common method, with 87% of those living in single-family homes and 48% of those in apartments charging at home. There is a clear increase in apartment dwellers using home charging, with a +10 point increase in one year.

Public charging station usage and perception

Among those who use public charging stations, it is mainly during weekend or vacation trips (62%, compared to 56% in 2025). The perception of charging on the highway is improving significantly: 66% of those surveyed consider the offer suitable, compared to 54% in 2025.

Charging behavior and habits

The 2026 study points out a trend: charging is becoming more systematic, regardless of the remaining battery level. This is the case for 29% of EV drivers, compared to 21% in 2025. This is partly due to the presence of new EV drivers. Among those who have had an EV for less than a year, the figure rises to 32%.