The Used Electric Sedan That’s Perfect for First-Time EV Buyers

The Tesla Model 3 has consistently been the best-selling EV sedan since its inception.

The electrified compact midsize sedan is a well-rounded offering, available with multiple drivetrain and battery configurations to suit varying user needs.

Other compelling alternatives are the Hyundai Ioniq 6 and BMW i4, but both of these appear to sell for a bit more in the used market.

The Performance model boasts 450 horsepower and 471 pound-feet electric motors.

The Long-Range Dual-Motor adds a drivetrain to the front axle.

Tesla claims that this model will cover a 0 - 60 MPH sprint in 4.5 seconds and hit a limited 145 MPH top speed.

The EPA estimates that the 78 kWh battery will also cover 310 miles on a single charge, despite the additional power.

CarEdge anticipates that a five-year-old Model 3 will save you around $9,183 compared to the new one.

A brand-new model is a better financial decision, partly because you can further slash the price by up to $7,500 via the Inflation Reduction Act .

This newer model also benefits from Tesla 's bumper-to-bumper warranty, which covers a 48-month or 50,000-mile period.