Tesla proudly boasted once about a $35,000 fully-electric sedan. Those days are gone. The standard-range Model 3 is now the most affordable Tesla, starting at $43,990
Most Tesla models saw a $2000 increase in their prices last weekend. The Model 3 standard range was $41,990. On Wednesday, Tesla prices went up in Germany, China, and elsewhere.
However, affordable EVs can still be found. EVs can be purchased for as low as $40,000 from Nissan and Chevy, with plenty of range and power.
These are some EVs that a budget-friendly driver might want to consider.
1. Nissan Leaf
NISSAN is the credit for the OG EV
Distance: 150 or 226 Miles
Start price: $27.400
The Leaf, the original electric sedan, is a solid EV option. It still qualifies to receive the federal tax credit, which Tesla was denied access to before the pandemic. (All cars except for the Bolt EV/EUV were still eligible at the time of publication.
2. Mini SE Hardtop
Distance: 110 miles
Start price: $29,000.
The Mini's electric version is super-cute, but it can only go 100 miles on one charge.
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3. Chevy Bolt EV
The Chevrolet Bolt EV was once a leading competitor to Tesla. Credit: GENERAL MOTORS
Distance: 259 miles
Start price: $31,995
The Bolt was once Tesla's most expensive competitor. However, the public perception and sales of every Bolt sold have been impacted by battery-fire recalls.
4. Chevy Bolt EUV
The Bolt EUV credit is for the newer and larger model: GENERAL MOTORS
Distance: 247 miles
Start price: $33,995
The EUV is an upgraded version of the Bolt with Super Cruise hands-free drive. Although it was just released earlier in the year, fire risk has essentially destroyed the EUV's appeal.
5. Hyundai Ioniq Electric
Credit to HYUNDAI for a more affordable electric vehicle
Distance: 170 miles
Start price $34,250
Hyundai has since created its Ioniq brand for electric vehicles.
6. Hyundai Kona Electric
Electric SUV life in a Kona Electrical Credit: HYUNDAI
Distance: 258 miles
Start price: $35.225
This compact SUV is another Hyundai model that offers more range than the Ioniq, but at a lower cost than a Tesla.
7. Kia Niro EV
Credit: KIA - A compact SUV that costs less than a Tesla Credit
Distance: 239 miles
Start price: $39,000.
The Niro EV is Kia's fully-electric version of the Niro range, which also includes a hybrid and a plug-in hybrid. It costs just $40,000
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