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> Cheap-ish electric cars exist, they're just not, generally, suited to US consumer preferences.

Some of the brands you listed aren't even really available in the US, or if they are that are 100% marked up with tariffs.

Big cars are definitely a thing in the US, but I'd kill for a ~$20k smaller EV hatch commuter to swap out my Model 3.



The small hatch EVs have generally had ~200 mile ranges, which is a little tough


If the cost is low enough, compromise on range becomes acceptable. I might buy a small, cheap EV that has range enough to handle my typical daily driving. But if I'm paying Tesla prices, it will need range to handle virtually all of my driving.


I mean, this is the Nissan Leaf- lightly used ones are really cheap.


That'd be perfect for me to be honest. We have a Tesla Model Y which we can road trip in. I'm just looking for a slick, efficient commuter. I normally only charge my Model 3 to ~60%, which is ~150 miles of range anyways.


Have you considered a Leaf? They've been around forever, with around 200 miles of range.




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