As we enter 2022, it’s sure that you will spot at least one electric vehicle on the road when you look around. Electric vehicles have been with us for a decade, with so many benefits of driving an EV, it’s no surprise that there’s a sizable group of people making the move to EVs. While EVs usually have a higher price tag than their traditional counterparts, used electric vehicles tend to have great values and are more affordable. This is especially true if you are looking to buy your second car, or just want to make your first switch to EV.
In this article, we will take a look at the six cheapest used electric vehicles you can buy in Canada.
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Nissan Leaf
Nissan pioneered this affordable EV in mass production just a decade ago. With its 40kWh batteries and 147hp, the base Nissan Leaf SV offers an all-electric range of 243 km. It can be charged at home to a Level 2 outlet in eight hours, or get up to 80 percent capacity in 30 minutes at a DC fast charger.
The Nissan Leaf is an affordable electric vehicle with Nissan’s user-friendly tech and excellent driver assistance features. It’s a great choice for those who do not need long-distance range and avoid paying extra for a range they don’t really need. The Leaf’s has a host of high-tech driver-assistance features available including a semi-autonomous driving mode, the cabin is comfortable and spacious.
Kia Soul EV
The Kia Soul EV has been given the name of “urban hatchback” due to its easy manoeuvrability and comfortable ride. It is a compact electric crossover SUV that has plenty of room and a comfy interior for 5 passengers. Launched in 2014, the Soul is equipped with intelligent hybrid technology that can further reduce fuel consumption in all conditions. With its 27kWh battery pack, the Kia Soul can top up to 150 km on a single charge. The Kia Soul includes a DC fast-charging port and can complete a full charge in 5 hours at 240 volts.
Volkswagen e-Golf
The Volkswagen Golf is the emission-free electrified version of the popular Golf. It has earned the reputation of being fun and comfortable to drive. That’s the same story Volkswagen Golf GTE, which is a plug-in hybrid. The e-Golf has a 100 kW electric motor, powered by a lithium-ion battery. The maximum travel distance is yielded at approximately 133 kilometres. If you are looking for an electric car at this range just for a daily commute and errand routes, you will be able to find the e-Golf in the used electric vehicles market at an affordable price.
Hyundai Ioniq Electric
The Hyundai Ioniq Electric is a budget-friendly small hatchback, you can find a used prices in the range of $20,000 to $30,000 in the used electric vehicle market. It has a 28kWh battery pack with a battery-electric of 274 km range on a single charge. As one of the most affordable electric vehicles on the market, it’s ideal for electric-vehicle buyers who don’t need a long driving range. A single charge takes about four hours at 240 volts that can top up to 200 kilometres with one charge.
BMW i3
BMW launched the i3 back in 2013, it’s originally equipped with a 21.6-kilowatt-hour battery pack providing between 130 and 160 kilometres of battery range. In 2017, the battery range increased to 200 kilometres after BMW upgraded a 33.2-kilowatt-hour battery pack in 2017.
The i3 is well worth considering if you are looking for an electric car that has a stylish and upscale interior. The i3 can be an attractive and affordable opinion, and it’s the only EV on this list that has an optional gasoline-powered engine to provide an additional range.
Tesla Model 3
Tesla Model 3 is the cheapest Tesla model available in Canada. With a high-performance and long-distance driving range, its price tag is set at an affordable level. Currently, car buyers are willing to pay an extra on a used Tesla Model 3 rather than waiting months for the delivery of a new model. Given the fact that Tesla Model 3 is the most affordable Tesla model available, its performance and driveability aspects are also holding a high resale value of its used versions. In the used electric vehicle market, we can find slightly used Model 3 venisons listed for anywhere from $58,000 to 91,000 in the used car marketplace.
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