economy
April 19, 2026
$25,000 Buys Plenty of Used EVs: Here Are Some Options
Is $20,000–$25,000 a sweet spot for secondhand electric cars? We think so.
TL;DR
- The used EV market between $20,000 and $25,000 offers thousands of choices, making it a favorable time to buy.
- Used EVs generally have lower residual values than comparable gasoline cars, meaning more car for your money.
- Teslas (Models 3 and Y) are the most common in this price range, followed by electric Hyundais (Ioniq 5, Kona, Ioniq 6).
- Chevrolet offers models like the Equinox EV and Blazer EV, while Honda has the Prologue, which shares a platform with the Blazer.
- Other notable options include the Ford Mustang Mach-E, Mini Cooper, Fiat 500, Nissan Ariya, Kia EV6, Hyundai Niro, Toyota bZ4x, Subaru Solterra, and VW ID.4.
- Premium options within this budget include Audi e-trons and Q4s, BMW i4 sedans, Polestar 2, Mercedes-Benz EQB, and Volvo XC40.
- Consumers remain cautious about range, charging, price, and battery replacement costs, highlighting the need for better education from automakers and dealers.
- Despite the abolition of the used clean vehicle tax credit, the current market conditions favor used EV buyers.