10 Best Affordable Electric Cars To Buy in 2023

The Tesla Model 3 has been a popular and relatively affordable electric car known for its performance and range.

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The Nissan Leaf is one of the most established electric cars and has been praised for its affordability and reliability.

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The Chevrolet Bolt EV is known for its competitive price, long range, and spacious interior.

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The Hyundai Kona Electric is a compact SUV with a reasonable price and good range.

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The Kia Niro EV offers a blend of affordability and practicality in a compact crossover.

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The Volkswagen ID.4 is an affordable electric SUV with a stylish design.

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Ford's electric Mustang Mach-E combines a classic nameplate with modern electric power, and it's available at various price points.

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The MG ZS EV is an electric SUV that offers affordability and decent range.

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The BMW i3 is a compact electric car that has been praised for its unique design and driving experience.

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The Polestar 2 is a luxury electric car that may be more expensive than some others on this list, but it offers a premium experience at a relatively affordable price for its class.

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10 Best Affordable Electric Cars To Buy in 2023

The Tesla Model 3 has been a popular and relatively affordable electric car known for its performance and range.

Tesla Model 3

The Nissan Leaf is one of the most established electric cars and has been praised for its affordability and reliability.

Nissan Leaf

The Chevrolet Bolt EV is known for its competitive price, long range, and spacious interior.

Chevrolet Bolt EV

The Hyundai Kona Electric is a compact SUV with a reasonable price and good range.

Hyundai Kona Electric

The Kia Niro EV offers a blend of affordability and practicality in a compact crossover.

Kia Niro EV

The Volkswagen ID.4 is an affordable electric SUV with a stylish design.

Volkswagen ID.4

Ford's electric Mustang Mach-E combines a classic nameplate with modern electric power, and it's available at various price points.

Ford Mustang Mach-E

The MG ZS EV is an electric SUV that offers affordability and decent range.

MG ZS EV

The BMW i3 is a compact electric car that has been praised for its unique design and driving experience.

BMW i3

The Polestar 2 is a luxury electric car that may be more expensive than some others on this list, but it offers a premium experience at a relatively affordable price for its class.

Polestar 2