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What's the best small secondhand electric car?
What's the best small second hand electric car for a low mileage runaround?
Asked on 13 May 2024 by David
Answered by
Andrew Brady
We'd recommend a Volkswagen e-Up, SEAT Mii Electric or Skoda Citigo-e iV. They're all essentially the same car with different badges. All make ideal runaround cars, with low running costs while representing excellent value for money. A Renault Zoe is a good alternative - with a huge number to choose from on the used market - or a Vauxhall Corsa-e.
If you cover no more than 100 miles per day and have easy access to a charging point at home or work, then an EV is ideal for you.
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