A new report estimates that the company led by Elon Musk accounted for just under half of all battery-powered vehicles sold in the second quarter of the year.

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    Dunno about no smart features, that’s a tall order regardless of powertrain, unfortunately. But otherwise, what’s your budget and can you charge at home easily?

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      Budget is 20,000 or less. I can trickle charge pretty easy.

      Ill probably be getting a used electric in the next 5 years, but if its not repairable or good for the next 10 years, ill just wait. With everyone else getting electric, It will be easier to find parts. Or go more on my bike. I did not have a car for a couple of years, its a good way to keep in shape. But it was very dangerous where I am at.

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        I had a 2017 BMW i3 for about five years. Absolutely loved it. No other EV like it out there, and there should be plenty of them out there in good condition for under 20k. As long as you’re ok with the range (70-110 miles depending on model year) and slow DC charging (50kw) Same story with a used Nissan Leaf - evem cheaper and solid car, if range is good enough for you.

        VW e-Golf or Ford Focus Electeic would be fun choices too, probably with similar limitations tho

        Chevy Bolt is also a solid choice with a more modern range, tho DC charging still at 50kw so not the best for long roadtrips.

        Otherwise anything by Kia or Hyundai (Nero, Kona, Ioniq)