Shopping for a used EV? These 6 under $35K offer strong value

• Rising new car and gas prices are leading more drivers to consider purchasing used electric vehicles.
• Used EV sales saw a significant increase in January, rising over 20% compared to the previous year and month.
• The average price for a used EV is around $28,000, which is less than the average for both new and used gasoline-powered cars.

This story focuses on used EVs. Find a list of3 2026 EV models here.

There's been in uptick in consideration of used electric vehicles as drivers are reeling from mounting new car and gas prices.

Used EV sales in January reached 31,503 units, which is the most recent data available, according to a report from Cox Automotive. The figure is 21.2% higher than last January and also up 20.8% from December 2025.

The finding comes as the average price for new cars reached $49,353 in February 2026, according to Cox. By comparison, the average price of a used EV in the US is around $28,000–$29,000, according to Recharged.com, while the average used gas car price was over $29,099, according to Cars.com.

With that in mind, the USA TODAY Cars team took a look at average used car prices that were reported by CarGurus.com and compiled a list of the six used EVs that are usually priced under $35,000.

1. Volkswagen ID.4

Average Used Price: $21,168

How well it holds its value: A VW ID.4 typically retains 40% its value over a five-year period.

EPA estimated battery range: 291 miles

2. Nissan Ariya

Average Used Price: $22,474

How well it holds its value: A Nissan Ariya typically retains 37% its value over a five-year period.

EPA estimated battery range: 289 miles

3. Tesla Model 3

Average Used Price: $25,014

How well it holds its value: A Model 3 typically retains 38–45% its value over a five-year period.

EPA estimated battery range: 321 miles

4. Tesla Model S

Average Used Price: $26,534

How well it holds its value: A Model Y typically retains 31% its value over a five-year period.

EPA estimated battery range: 410 miles

5. Tesla Model Y

Average Used Price: $27,734

How well it holds its value: A Model Y typically retains 38–40% its value over a five-year period.

EPA estimated battery range: 321 miles

6. Ford Mustang Mach-E

Average Used Price: $31,960

How well it holds its value: A Mustang Mach-E typically retains 43% its value over a five-year period.

EPA estimated battery range: 320 Miles