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Best cheap second-hand electric cars in 2025
Electric cars are getting more popular by the day, and it’s easy to see why. EVs are cheap to run, relaxing to drive and easy to maintain thanks to their lack of complex moving parts under the bonnet.
One barrier you may be facing, though, is the initial cost of purchasing an EV, because new ones can be quite expensive. Well don’t fret, because a quick look at the used market will reveal a healthy handful of electric cars which won’t break the bank.Â
With this in mind, here are our top 10 cheap used electric cars for 2024:
The MG4 hasn’t been around for long, but there are already plenty of bargains on the used market. This funky-looking electric hatchback can be yours for as little as £17,000, over £10,000 less than the price from new.
It’s a great EV to drive, even managing to be pretty fun to throw through corners, and you get a good amount of range as well. It may not be as refined as some alternatives, but the low price should be enough for you to look past this.
It’s a great EV to drive, even managing to be pretty fun to throw through corners, and you get a good amount of range as well. It may not be as refined as some alternatives, but the low price should be enough for you to look past this.
The MG5 is one of the only all-electric estate cars on the market, and it’s a proper bargain when you buy used. You can have a 2021 model for as little as £12,500, and this gets you plenty of kit and great practicality.
It may be pretty dull to look at, and the interior isn’t the most high-quality either. This can be forgiven though at this price, and it’s a comfortable car to waft around town in.
It may be pretty dull to look at, and the interior isn’t the most high-quality either. This can be forgiven though at this price, and it’s a comfortable car to waft around town in.
Battery range up to 436 miles
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It may seem like an odd car to have on the list of cheap used EVs, but you can pick up a Tesla Model 3 for less than £20,000 these days. When you consider how much tech you get it looks like a very tempting proposition.
Going for a Tesla also gets you access to the brand’s excellent Supercharger network, and the Model 3 is a comfortable cruiser with great driving range. Some might struggle with the minimalist dashboard layout, but if you can get past this then the Model 3 is a great all-rounder.
Going for a Tesla also gets you access to the brand’s excellent Supercharger network, and the Model 3 is a comfortable cruiser with great driving range. Some might struggle with the minimalist dashboard layout, but if you can get past this then the Model 3 is a great all-rounder.
It may have been around for a while now, but the Renault Zoe still makes a lot of sense for used EV buyers. A three- to four-year-old model with low miles can be yours from around £12,000.
All versions of the Zoe are well-equipped, but what really impresses is the range. The Zoe can do up to 239 miles on a charge, which is more than some much more expensive options such as the Ora 03. It's just a shame that the back seats are a bit cramped.
All versions of the Zoe are well-equipped, but what really impresses is the range. The Zoe can do up to 239 miles on a charge, which is more than some much more expensive options such as the Ora 03. It's just a shame that the back seats are a bit cramped.
The Nissan Leaf was one of the first mainstream electric cars, and the latest version is a very practical and capable family hatchback. You can now get a 2018 model for under £11,000, making it a very tempting option.
Go for the Tekna model and you can enjoy features like heated leather seats , Apple CarPlay and cruise control. It may not be the most posh-feeling hatchback when you step inside, but there is plenty of space on offer and the range is pretty respectable as well at up to 168 miles.
Go for the Tekna model and you can enjoy features like heated leather seats , Apple CarPlay and cruise control. It may not be the most posh-feeling hatchback when you step inside, but there is plenty of space on offer and the range is pretty respectable as well at up to 168 miles.
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But what if you want a family-friendly SUV? Well the Kia Niro EV is just that. It may not set your pulse racing, but this is one of the most sensible used EVs you can buy thanks to its excellent practicality, generous equipment and up to 280 miles of range.
Between £16,000 and £18,000 buys you a well-specced 2020 e-Niro, and at this age it’ll still have three years of its seven-year warranty left - as long as it hasn’t crossed the 100,000-mile barrier.
Between £16,000 and £18,000 buys you a well-specced 2020 e-Niro, and at this age it’ll still have three years of its seven-year warranty left - as long as it hasn’t crossed the 100,000-mile barrier.
Battery range up to 188 miles
It looked like a spaceship when it came out, and the BMW i3 could still pass as a concept car today. Beyond its head-turning looks, the i3 also has a lovely interior and the infotainment system is really easy to use.
Used i3s can be picked up for as little as £12,000 if you go for a 2017 model, making it pretty appealing to EV newbies. Just be aware that the boot is quite small.
Used i3s can be picked up for as little as £12,000 if you go for a 2017 model, making it pretty appealing to EV newbies. Just be aware that the boot is quite small.
If you’re after a comfy EV for not a lot of cash, the Citroen e-C4 is well worth a look. A three-year-old example can be yours from as little as £15,000, and it’s one of the most comfortable electric cars you can buy for that sort of money.
It may not offer the best driving range, but the distinctive looks and spacious interior make up for this. It’s also well-equipped as standard, with all models getting amenities such as Apple CarPlay, cruise control and 18-inch alloy wheels.
It may not offer the best driving range, but the distinctive looks and spacious interior make up for this. It’s also well-equipped as standard, with all models getting amenities such as Apple CarPlay, cruise control and 18-inch alloy wheels.
Battery range up to 144 miles
The Volkswagen e-Golf is an electric hatchback which flies very much under the radar. The predecessor to the Volkswagen ID3 looks almost identical to a normal Golf, and it’s quiet and comfortable to drive.
This excellent electric all-rounder starts from around £12,000 for a 2018 model. The 144-mile range may not sound too impressive on paper, but it should be plenty for most people’s daily commutes.
This excellent electric all-rounder starts from around £12,000 for a 2018 model. The 144-mile range may not sound too impressive on paper, but it should be plenty for most people’s daily commutes.
Battery range up to 193 miles
Sticking with Korean brands for a minute, the Hyundai Ioniq Electric has a lot going for it. You can get one of these spacious hatchbacks for less than £15,000 if you look at 2020 models, and it can get as much as 190 miles on a charge.
It may not be too exciting, but the Ioniq Electric is easy to drive and hugely practical thanks to its massive boot and spacious back seats. Equipment is pretty decent as well, with Apple CarPlay coming as standard.
It may not be too exciting, but the Ioniq Electric is easy to drive and hugely practical thanks to its massive boot and spacious back seats. Equipment is pretty decent as well, with Apple CarPlay coming as standard.
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