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Can I still buy a range extender EV?

What electric cars have range extenders?

Asked on 17 April 2024 by Keven Stobbs

Answered by David Ross
Currently the only new vehicle on sale in the UK with a range extender is the Mazda MX-30 R-EV, while on the used market the only options are the BMW i3 REX and Vauxhall Ampera.
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