Whether you’re switching to electric due to soaring fuel prices or your carbon guilt, now’s the time to dip into the second-hand market for used vehicles. The price tag of $25,000 opens up a wide selection – perhaps too many options are better than none at all.

At this budget level, you’re stepping away from the bare basics and into models that have seen a few years’ worth of driving and charging cycles. While you won’t find cars with cutting-edge tech, models like the Nissan Leaf or Hyundai Kona start to look more appealing, offering newer model years, lower mileage, and better battery health.

Automakers might be disappointed, but it’s great news for buyers. You get a car that’s already had its first owner’s incentives pass along to you – think of it as a hand-me-down from the future. And with lower residual values compared to their petrol counterparts, these used electric vehicles represent excellent value for money.

But there's still work to do in educating consumers about EVs. Deloitte suggests that many US buyers are wary of range anxiety and charging infrastructure – something automakers need to address by making battery longevity clearer and reassuring the public on the availability of charges.

The good news is, with a price point that’s not too high, you can start to be choosy. Are you after a practical family car or a splash of luxury? The choice is yours – just make sure your charger is fully charged before you pick one up!