There are many great reasons to buy a used EV — and one of the biggies is the relatively low cost. If you’re looking for the best used EV under 30K, you have plenty of options these days. At Green Wave EV, we tell our clients that the best used EV is the one that fits their lifestyle! When it comes to used EVs on the low end of the price spectrum, that rule still applies. Read on for the pros and cons of the various used EVs currently available for under $30,000.

Best Used EV for Tech-Lovers: Tesla Model 3

If you’re looking for a used EV with the most mind-blowing technology, it’s hard to go wrong with the Tesla Model 3. This mid-sized Sedan has been on the market since 2017, and it was the world’s most popular EV from 2018 to 2020, so there’s plenty of used inventory available for under 30K. And for that low price tag, you get the advantage of Tesla’s insane level of innovation when it comes to technology, including the sensors and cameras, safety features, and driver interface with the computer.

Spoiler alert if you’ve never driven a Tesla: you can do pretty much everything with that big central touchscreen. (Including making it fart when you use the turn signal.)

Check out Green Wave EV’s inventory of Tesla Model 3 under 30K.

Best Used EV for Driving Experience: Hyundai Kona

This super-small EV SUV is simply a delight to drive. We love it for its tight steering and agile handling, perfect for a weekend drive on a winding road. And with a range of 250+ miles, it’ll take you pretty much anywhere you want to go. The Hyundai Kona has been available as both an EV and a gas-powered vehicle since 2019, and while it’s not as common on the road as the Tesla Model 3, there are still plenty of used Hyundai Konas under $30,000.

Check out Green Wave EV’s selection of used Hyundai Konas under 30K.

Best Used EV for Overall Value: Chevy Bolt

There’s a reason the Chevy Bolt is one of the best-selling used EVs at Green Wave. It’s been around since 2016, and in 2017 the Bolt was the second most popular EV in the United States — the same year it was named the Motor Trend Car of the Year, among other accolades. Every used Chevy Bolt Green Wave carries has had the battery replaced due to the recall of the 2017-2022 model years. That means you get an almost-new battery in your used EV, giving you a battery range of up to 238 miles. And with its low price tag, the Bolt is definitely the most bang for your used EV buck.

Check out Used Chevy Bolt EVs under 30K in stock at Green Wave

More Used EVs under 30K

While the Tesla Model 3, the Hyundai Kona, and the Chevy Bolt are all great options for low-cost used EVs, they’re not the only choices. The plug-in-hybrid Chevy Volt is a great choice for people who want to reduce their carbon footprint without completely giving up gas. The Nissan Leaf has a lower range than some other EVs, but more cargo space than the Bold. And the Kia Soul is a fun option for those looking for tons of style at a low price.

Browse Green Wave’s full inventory of used EVs under 30K