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Anyone buying a car should look at TCO. The average new car price of any type is ~$40,000 in the US, so you're better off long-term with an EV based on fuel cos
by multiplegeorges 4y ago
Anyone buying a car should look at TCO. The average new car price of any type is ~$40,000 in the US, so you're better off long-term with an EV based on fuel costs alone. Add in the really low maintenance needed for an EV and you're even further ahead.
- vehemenz 4y agoA good petrol car can be bought used for $15-20k. Comparing the price of a new one to an EV is a false equivalency because you can't buy used EVs for anywhere near that. TCO only favors EVs if you drive enough to offset fuel, oil changes, and maintenance. All bets are off if you replace the battery.
- vageli 4y ago> A good petrol car can be bought used for $15-20k. Comparing the price of a new one to an EV is a false equivalency because you can't buy used EVs for anywhere near that. You can definitely find a used EV for under 20k. https://www.carvana.com/cars/nissan-leaf-under-15k https://www.carvana.com/cars/nissan-leaf-under-15k
- vehemenz 4y agoThe presence of low-range EVs—many of which need battery or tire replacements—doesn't really change the point. A similarly priced Honda Fit from the same model year is a better value due to its low maintenance costs, fuel economy, and infinite range.
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- bravetraveler 4y agoHeck, for a third of that. You probably won't get something with all the features one would want, but it'll be a safe and reliable ride
- jjav 4y ago> Anyone buying a car should look at TCO. The average new car price of any type is ~$40,000 in the US, so you're better off long-term with an EV based on fuel costs alone. Add in the really low maintenance needed for an EV and you're even further ahead. If TCO matters, buy a cheap used car for ~$5K and nothing can beat the TCO.