Affordable Electric Vehicles Under $45K for 2025

The top results include the 2025 Nissan LEAF, 2025 Hyundai Kona Electric, 2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV, among 18 total vehicles. All data from EPA, NHTSA, and IIHS official sources.

How this list is generated

Model year: 2025; Powertrain: Electric; Base MSRP: 45000 or lower. Data is updated when source agencies publish new information.

Base prices range from $28,140 to $44,990. 12 brands are represented: Chevrolet, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Lexus, and 7 more. 10 of 18 have earned NHTSA's top 5-star safety rating. Annual fuel costs span $600 (2025 Tesla Model 3) to $2,300 (2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E). 5 of 18 have zero recalls on file.

18 vehicles