Used electric cars and hybrids keep getting more affordable, and they lose value more slowly than many new cars. These nine stand out, grouped by budget.
Electric cars under $20,000
2019 Nissan Leaf
A great first electric car for commuting and errands. The e-Pedal allows one-pedal driving in stop-and-go traffic, and it is easy to park while roomy inside. The SV and SL add Bose audio, navigation and the NissanConnect EV app.
| Range | About 150 miles |
|---|---|
| Highlights | e-Pedal one-pedal driving |
2018 Chevrolet Bolt
The most for the money: a hatchback with crossover-like space inside, a 10.2-inch touchscreen and a rearview camera, all standard. Its range still holds up against newer, pricier EVs, which makes it a strong commuter car.
| Range | 238 miles |
|---|---|
| Power | 200 hp |
| Used price | Up to about $20,000 |
2019 Volkswagen e-Golf
For drivers who stay in and around the city and want a refined ride: precise steering, a well-balanced suspension, quality materials, an eight-inch touchscreen, adaptive cruise control and lane assist.
| Range | 125 miles |
|---|
Hybrids under $20,000
2017 Toyota Camry Hybrid
Still a favorite years later: room for five, a usable trunk, dual-zone climate control and Toyota Safety Sense with pre-collision braking, even on the base model. Economical and dependable for families and long commutes.
| Seats | 5 |
|---|---|
| Safety | Toyota Safety Sense with pre-collision braking |
2018 Honda Accord Hybrid
A stylish midsize sedan with lots of passenger space and the Honda Sensing suite, including adaptive cruise control and collision mitigation braking, on every model.
| Powertrain | 2.0-liter engine with a two-motor hybrid system |
|---|---|
| Fuel economy | About 47 mpg |
2019 Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid
One of the most efficient hybrids ever built, with a hatchback that carries more than you would expect. Automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assist and driver-attention monitoring are standard.
| Fuel economy | 55 mpg; 58 mpg in the Blue trim |
|---|---|
| Screen | Seven-inch touchscreen |
Over $20,000
2022 Toyota Prius
The best-known hybrid, with Toyota Safety Sense 2.0 on every trim, a roomy hatchback and available all-wheel drive for changing weather.
| Fuel economy | 54 mpg; up to 58 mpg |
|---|---|
| Used price | About $25,000 to $29,000 |
2022 Honda CR-V Hybrid
Everything people like about the CR-V, plus better mileage. All-wheel drive, Honda Sensing and a power liftgate are standard, with plenty of room for passengers and gear.
| Fuel economy | About 38 mpg combined |
|---|---|
| Drive | All-wheel drive, standard |
2022 Kia EV6
A dedicated electric platform, sustainable materials and some of the fastest charging around, with rear- or all-wheel drive.
| Range | 232 to 310 miles, depending on trim |
|---|---|
| Fast charging | 10% to 80% in about 18 minutes |
| Used price | About $35,000 to $45,000 |
The bottom line
Short trips in town: the Leaf or the e-Golf. The longest range for the money: the Bolt. No charging at all: the Camry, Accord or Ioniq Hybrid. A family crossover: the CR-V Hybrid. Long range and fast charging: the EV6.
Thinking about going electric?
Browse the current inventory or ask the sales team about the EVs and hybrids on the lot.