Octopus and BYD Announce UK’s First V2G Bundle with Free Charging

In a ground-breaking move set to redefine the electric driving experience, Octopus Energy — the UK’s largest energy supplier — and BYD — the world’s leading electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer — have unveiled the Power Pack Bundle, the first-ever vehicle-to-grid (V2G) package for UK customers. Announced at Octopus Energy’s recent Energy Tech Summit, this affordable, all-in-one package offers a game-changing EV proposition that could transform the way we power both cars and the electricity grid.

Starting at under £300 per month, the Power Pack Bundle features a V2G-ready BYD Dolphin lease, a bi-directional Zaptec Pro charger, and access to a smart tariff that promises FREE home charging — allowing drivers to save up to £620 a year compared to a standard electricity tariff, and nearly £1,000 a year versus fuelling a petrol car*.

Turning Cars into “Batteries on Wheels”

The Power Pack Bundle harnesses V2G technology, which turns electric cars into small, mobile power stations. Drivers can plug their cars in overnight to top up at cheap rates and automatically send electricity back to the grid during periods of high demand — and lucrative peak prices — using Octopus Energy Group’s advanced Kraken platform. The grid benefits by having access to a distributed, renewable energy reservoir without leaning on fossil-fuel power stations, and EV drivers come out on top, enjoying free home-charging every mile they drive during the lease.

And this is all done with no extra hassle. Octopus Energy’s tech handles everything — customers simply plug in their cars and let the system optimize their charging and discharging. The savings happen automatically, so customers can focus on enjoying their EV without worrying about manually timing their sessions.

Greg Jackson, Founder of Octopus Energy Group, said: “Bi-directional charging is the game-changer for drivers and the grid. By using some of the battery’s spare capacity to help balance the grid, we can offer free driving. V2G is going to revolutionize our energy system and help drive costs down.”

First-of-its-Kind Technology Built into the Car

The Power Pack Bundle also breaks new ground by integrating V2G tech directly into BYD’s Dolphin model. Until now, V2G capability required costly, first-generation bi-directional chargers, limiting its scalability. BYD and Octopus Energy have changed that by putting V2G hardware in the car itself — a huge leap forward for making V2G widely accessible as more V2G-ready EVs roll off production lines. It’s a win for customers and the energy system alike.

As the rollout accelerates, hundreds of thousands of EVs across the UK could become part of this V2G revolution, supporting the grid during peaks and helping balance renewable energy output. The Power Pack Bundle is a model for a more sustainable and cost-effective future of transport.

Stella Li, Executive Vice President of BYD, said: “We’re thrilled to officially launch our V2G project with Octopus Energy and Kraken. BYD is fully committed to making intelligent, innovative, sustainable technologies available to our customers, and this project will allow them to unlock the full potential of electric vehicles – not just as transport but as dynamic assets that can play a key role in supporting the grid. Together with Octopus Energy, we’re enabling EV owners to play an active role in the energy ecosystem, reducing costs and increasing the resilience of renewable power systems.”

Designed for Every Driver — Including Disabled Communities

Octopus Energy and BYD have also partnered with Motability Operations, the UK’s largest leasing company for disabled drivers. This ensures that the benefits of affordable, V2G-enabled electric driving — including substantial energy savings — are accessible to everyone across the country. It’s an inclusive step toward clean and affordable mobility for all.

Andrew Miller, Chief Executive of Motability Operations, said: “It’s great to see V2G technology becoming available at scale – effectively turning EVs into energy assets that can help power homes and support the grid. For our customers, this could mean significantly lower energy bills and an even more affordable route into electric driving. We’re proud to be part of a partnership that’s not only breaking new ground in energy, but also ensuring the benefits are accessible to disabled people across the UK.”

Available to Reserve Now

Octopus Electric Vehicles (Octopus EV) will make the Power Pack Bundle available for customers to reserve later this year. Given Octopus EV’s leadership as the UK’s largest EV-only leasing business, this exciting innovation is perfectly aligned with its mission to simplify and scale EV adoption.

With the launch of this first-of-its-kind V2G-enabled leasing package, Octopus Energy and BYD are setting a new standard for EV ownership in the UK — one that slashes energy bills, supports the grid, and lays the foundation for a truly smart, green, and affordable future.

*Price to cover the initial launch price — leasing prices are subject to change.
**Based on an average driver travelling 7,500 miles a year.

EVinfo.net’s Take

Vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology is truly groundbreaking because it reimagines electric cars as active players in the energy system, not just consumers. By allowing EVs to store energy when electricity is cheap and feed it back into the grid when demand spikes, V2G can help balance the power supply, reduce emissions, and drive down overall energy costs for everyone.

This flexibility lessens our reliance on fossil-fueled power plants and accelerates the adoption of renewables like solar and wind. Also, V2G has been proven to be a valuable resource during power outages due to natural disasters. America, with its rapidly growing EV market and aging power grid, should embrace V2G through supportive policies and incentives.

Supporting V2G would improve grid resilience, cut household energy bills, and make the clean energy transition faster, more affordable, and more sustainable for all. Contact the Vehicle-Grid Integration Council for information.