2025 Nissan LEAF
$28,140 - $36,190 | 149 mi range | $0.96 per mile
Affordable Electric Vehicles Under $45K for 2025
The most affordable option is the 2025 Nissan LEAF at $28,140, among 17 vehicles that qualify. Prices range up to $44,990, spanning 11 brands.
Photo by CHUTTERSNAP on UnsplashHow this list is generated
Model year: 2025; Base MSRP: 45000 or lower; powertrain only: Electric. Data is refreshed periodically from published sources.
$28k–$45kPrice Range
11Brands
115-Star Rated
$550Lowest Fuel Cost
Sources: NHTSA.gov, IIHS.org, fueleconomy.gov, RepairPal.com, AAA.
Vehicles Matching These Criteria
17 vehicles
2025 Hyundai Kona Electric
$32,975 - $41,150 | 261 mi range | $0.79 per mile
2025 Chevrolet Equinox EV
$33,600 - $43,400 | 319 mi range | $0.79 per mile
2025 Toyota bZ4X
$37,070 - $43,880 | 252 mi range | $0.79 per mile
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 6
$37,850 - $54,600 | 240 mi range | $0.95 per mile
2025 Ford Mustang Mach-E
$37,995 - $54,495 | 260 mi range | $0.79 per mile
2025 Subaru Solterra
$38,495 - $45,495 | 227 mi range | $0.79 per mile
2025 Kia Niro EV
$39,600 - $44,600 | $0.81 per mile
2025 Nissan ARIYA
$39,770 - $54,370 | 216 mi range | $0.80 per mile
2025 Volkswagen ID.4
$39,995 - $57,295 | 263 mi range | $0.79 per mile
2025 Tesla Model 3
$42,490 - $54,990 | 363 mi range | $0.95 per mile
2025 Hyundai IONIQ 5
$42,600 - $58,200 | 259 mi range | $0.80 per mile
2025 Lexus RZ
$42,800 - $57,430 | 266 mi range | $0.79 per mile
2025 Kia EV6
$42,900 - $63,800 | 319 mi range | $0.79 per mile
2025 Chevrolet Blazer EV
$44,600 - $60,600 | 334 mi range | $0.96 per mile
2025 Volvo EX30
$44,900 - $46,600 | 257 mi range | $0.79 per mile
2025 Tesla Model Y
$44,990 - $51,490 | 337 mi range | $0.79 per mile
Common Questions
Which electric vehicle has the longest range in 2025?
The 2025 Tesla Model 3 has the longest EPA-rated range at 363 miles on a full charge among the 17 electric vehicles on this list for 2025.
What is the most affordable electric vehicle in 2025?
The cheapest electric vehicle on this list starts at $28,140 (2025 Nissan LEAF). 17 electric vehicles qualify for 2025.
Which brands have vehicles on this list?
11 brands are represented: Chevrolet, Ford, Hyundai, Kia, Lexus, Nissan, Subaru, Tesla, and 3 more. Rankings are based on EPA, NHTSA, IIHS, AAA, and RepairPal data, not editorial opinion.