It’s official: We’re living in the future. Not technically, of course — now is still now — but today’s car market is the future we dreamed of not so long ago, with a host of affordable EVs on the market — and the prices listed below don’t even include incentives, rebates, or other discounts.
You may be wondering why the Chevrolet Bolt and Bolt EUV are not on this list, considering they’re both more affordable than the Nissan Leaf, and that’s a fair question. Unfortunately, the Bolt and Bolt EUV are being put on hiatus, and while there are some great deals to be had on remaining 2023 model-year stock, they no longer qualify for our list. Prices quoted below include delivery fees but do not include tax, title, licensing, or other fees.
Here are 10 of the cheapest electric cars of 2024.
1. 2025 Nissan Leaf
Price: $29,280 (S: $28,140 plus $1,140 destination)
Range: 149 miles
The cheapest EV on this list is the 2025 Nissan Leaf. It comes in two main flavors: The Leaf S and the Leaf SV Plus. The most affordable variant, the Leaf S, generates 147 horsepower and 236 lb-ft of torque and is capable of up to 149 miles of range from its 40-kWh battery pack. See 2025 Nissan Leaf models for sale near you
2. 2024 Mini Electric Hardtop 2-Door
Price: $31,895 (SE Hardtop 2-Door: $30,900 plus $995 destination)
Range: 114 miles
The 2024 Mini Cooper SE gets some upgrades for the new model year, including the option of leather upholstery in the Signature trim, which also includes navigation with real-time traffic updates. The base Cooper SE electric is available in 2-door Hardtop form, with a 181-horsepower electric motor and 114 miles of range. See 2024 Mini Cooper models for sale near you
3. 2024 Fiat 500e
Price: $34,095 (Red: $32,500 plus $1,595 destination)
Range: 149 miles
The 2024 Fiat 500e Red is all-new for the 2024 model year, bringing the familiar 500e back with a unique new look and updated features. Initial 500e Red launch models include a donation to the (RED) charity that has partnered for the launch. The 2024 500e is good for up to 149 miles of range and can be charged to 80% in as little as 35 minutes with DC fast charging. See 2024 Fiat 500e models for sale near you
4. 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric
Price: $34,270 (SE: $32,875 plus $1,395 destination)
Range: 200 miles
For a compact EV that’s capable of somewhat longer trips, the 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric is the king of the value hill with a 200-mile range standard. The base SE trim gets a 133-horsepower motor and DC fast charging capability that lets it charge from 10% to 80% in just 43 minutes. If you want the Kona Electric’s 261-mile range, look for the SEL and Limited trim levels. See 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric models for sale near you
5. 2025 Toyota bZ4X
Price: $38,465 (XLE: $37,070 plus $1,350 destination)
Range: 252 miles
Toyota has long been a pioneer of hybrids, and it has been slow to enter the EV game, but the Toyota bZ4X brings the fight to the competition with futuristic looks, 252 miles of range in base form, and Toyota’s excellent build quality. Updates for 2025 bring a significantly lower starting price, a new trim level, and a year of free charging at EVgo stations when you buy or lease a 2025 model. See 2025 Toyota bZ4X models for sale near you
6. 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6
Price: $38,900 (SE: $37,750 plus $1,150 destination)
Range: 240 miles
With similar powertrain technology under the surface to the Ioniq 5, the sleekly styled 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 sedan boosts the aerodynamics to extend its range to a minimum of 240 miles in base form and up to 361 miles of range when properly configured. The Ioniq 6 also offers Highway Driving Assist semi-autonomous capability, driverless parking, and more. See 2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 models for sale near you
7. 2024 Tesla Model 3
Price: $40,380 (Model 3: $38,990 plus $1,390 destination)
Range: 272 miles
Wherever you stand on Elon Musk and Tesla’s self-driving technology, the 2024 Tesla Model 3 represents a solid value in the EV space, with the single-motor base model good for 272 miles of range. It’s a Tesla, so the nationwide Supercharger network enables the Model 3 to regain as much as 175 miles of range in just 15 minutes. See 2024 Tesla Model 3 models for sale near you
8. 2025 Kia Niro EV
Price: $40,975 (Wind: $39,600 plus $1,375 destination)
Range: 253 miles
Compact SUV style and functionality meet affordable all-electric power in the 2025 Kia Niro EV. The base model gets 253 miles of range, can charge from 10% to 80% in 43 minutes, has a 201-horsepower motor, and includes one of the best powertrain warranties in the business. See 2025 Kia Niro EV models for sale near you
9. 2024 Nissan Ariya
Price: $40,980 (Engage: $39,590 plus $1,390 destination)
Range: 216 miles
The Nissan Ariya, the company’s first fully electric SUV, is a highly competitive compact SUV with 216 miles of range at the base Engage trim level, and up to 304 miles of range. Stylish inside and out and plenty spacious, the Ariya comes standard with a wide range of advanced safety features and is an IIHS Top Safety Pick+. See 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 5 models for sale near you
10. 2024 Volkswagen ID.4
Price: $41,160 (Standard: $39,735 plus $1,425 destination)
Range: 206 miles
The 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 is a roomy, high-tech family EV with a 62-kWh battery that’s good for 206 miles of range in base form. That includes a 201-horsepower electric motor driving the rear wheels, although the ID.4 can be upgraded to 295 horsepower and up to 291 miles of range. See 2024 Volkswagen ID.4 models for sale near you
Cheapest Electric Cars of 2024-2025
- 2025 Nissan Leaf: $29,280
- 2024 Mini Electric Hardtop 2-Door: $31,895
- 2024 Fiat 500e Red: $34,095
- 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric: $34,270
- 2025 Toyota bZ4X: $38,465
- 2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6: $38,900
- 2024 Tesla Model 3: $40,380
- 2025 Kia Niro EV: $40,975
- 2024 Nissan Ariya: $40,980
- 2024 Volkswagen ID.4: $41,160