Despite the turmoil caused by the cancellation of the $7,500 federal tax credit for new electric cars, there are now more affordable EVs with plenty of range than ever. And seeing how gas is getting more expensive due to the war in Iran, driving an energy-efficient and affordable EV makes a lot of sense now.
So we thought we’d round up all the new electric models on sale today in the United States with a starting price of less than $50,000, including destination fees, and an EPA-rated range of over 300 miles.
Our list has 12 entries, so there’s plenty to choose from. Some are great for families, while others offer lightning-fast charging speeds. There’s even one car that barely costs over $30,000, making it a great everyday commuter car.
With that being said, let’s dig into it. Keep in mind that the cars are arranged by list price in ascending order, and that going to the dealer could land you some sweet, sweet discounts.
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2026 Nissan Leaf S+
Range: 303 miles
Price: from $31,535
The Nissan Leaf, now in its third generation, is one of the cheapest EVs in America. But that’s not all–in its most affordable trim, the S+, its EPA-rated range also edges past the 300-mile mark, making it the best road-tripper of the lineup.
It’s powered by a 75-kilowatt-hour battery pack that sends juice to a 214-horsepower front-mounted electric motor. It’s not going to set your heart racing, but that’s not the point. Instead, it’s extremely quiet and refined for its price, making it a better choice than Nissan’s gas-powered commuter cars.
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2026 Subaru Uncharted
Range: over 300 miles
Price: from $36,445
The Uncharted is Subaru’s most affordable new EV, but it’s also the smallest and longest-range battery-powered model in the Japanese automaker’s portfolio. (It’s also the Toyota C-HR’s more rugged twin, though that model isn’t available in FWD guise, meaning it’s not in the 300 club.)
In its cheapest trim, the Front-Wheel Drive Premium, the Subaru Uncharted is advertised as delivering over 300 miles of range, with a definitive figure slated to go live when the car officially goes on sale this spring.
The 300-mile Uncharted comes with a NACS port and a 150-kW maximum charging power. It’s powered by a front electric motor making 221 hp, while AWD models get 338 hp–but their range goes down to 285 miles, and the price goes up.
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2026 Chevrolet Equinox EV
Range: 319 miles
Price: from $36,795
The Equinox EV is billed as America’s most affordable electric crossover with over 315 miles of range, and that’s true, if a bit specific. With 319 miles of EPA range for the front-wheel drive trims, General Motors’ smallest electric crossover can go the distance without breaking the bank.
When it comes to DC fast charging, the Equinox tops out at 150 kW, but because its battery pack is pretty unusual, in the sense that its rated voltage is quite low, it’s not exactly lightning-fast. In our testing, it went from 20% to 80% state of charge in about 35 minutes, while a full charge from 0% took about an hour and a half.
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2026 Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive
Range: 321 miles
Price: from $38,630
This wouldn’t be an affordable EV list without the Tesla Model 3, which has been the default choice for many new EV owners for nearly a decade now. The cheapest new Model 3, dubbed the Rear-Wheel Drive, is quite decontented, but offers 321 miles of EPA range and costs a little under $39,000.
All Model 3 versions can cover over 300 miles on a full charge, according to the company’s website, but you’ll have to pay extra to get more niceties like an FM radio and heated rear seats. That said, even the Premium All-Wheel Drive version, which comes with two electric motors and is good for 346 miles, costs under $50,000, coming in at $49,130.
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2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SE
Range: 318 miles
Price: from $39,100
The American-made Hyundai Ioniq 5 is still one of the go-to affordable EVs, with prices going down several times since its introduction in 2022. Now, the entry-level 2026 Ioniq 5 SE will get you 318 miles of range, a rear-wheel drive setup with 225 hp, and an 84 kWh battery that can be fast-charged from 10-to-80% in just 20 minutes.
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2026 Toyota bZ XLE Front-Wheel Drive Plus
Range: 314 miles
Price: from $39,350
The refreshed Toyota bZ crossover drops the weird name of its bZ4X predecessor and gets a lot of under-the-skin improvements, including range. Now, the entry-level 2026 Toyota bZ XLE with the biggest battery available is rated for 314 miles on a full charge.
In Toyota’s configurator, the powertrain to go for is called “Front-Wheel Drive Plus.” It comes with a 74.4-kWh battery pack and a front electric motor that makes 221 hp. That’s plenty for everyday driving, but bear in mind that Toyota also sells a smaller, 57.5 kWh battery that cuts the price by $3,000, but the range drops to 236 miles. An all-wheel drive version is also on sale with a 288-mile range.
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2026 Tesla Model Y Rear Wheel-Drive
Range: 321 miles
Price: from $41,630
The Model Y was at one point the world’s best-selling car, and now it’s cheaper than ever. With the entry-level Rear-Wheel Drive trim, previously known as the Standard, you get 321 miles of range for a little over $40,000.
What you don’t get, however, is a panoramic glass roof that you can actually see through, a rear passenger touchscreen, Autopilot, or heated rear seats.
However, the Model Y Premium Rear-Wheel Drive gets all the goodies, plus more range–357 miles to be precise–and it still slides under the $50,000 limit. With Tesla’s non-refundable order fee and destination charge, you’re looking at $46,630.
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2025 Hyundai Ioniq 6 SE
Range: 342 miles
Price: from $42,800
If the crossover-like shape of the Ioniq 5 doesn’t tickle your fancy, and you’d rather drive a four-door sedan that just happens to offer more range, then Hyundai’s Ioniq 6 is the car for you. With 342 miles of range, the 2025 Ioniq 6 SE comes with the same powertrain as its crossover cousin, but because it’s more aerodynamic, it squeezes more miles out of the battery.
That said, the Ioniq 6 is a little more cramped inside, and the trunk is smaller. It’s also more expensive than the Ioniq 5, and you’ll have to hurry to buy one, as Hyundai has discontinued it in the U.S., and there will be no 2026 model going forward.
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2026 Chevrolet Blazer EV
Range: 312 miles
Price: from $46,495
The Blazer EV is the bigger brother to the Equinox EV, and you’ll have to pay extra. For roughly $10,000 more, the Blazer EV is a bigger, more comfortable car, but the range is similar, topping out at 312 miles for the front-wheel drive versions.
The LT1 trim, the most affordable of the lineup, gets you 220 hp and 243 lb-ft of torque. Meanwhile, the 85 kWh battery can be charged at 150 kW from a DC fast charger for a 10-to-80% top-up in roughly 35 minutes.
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2025 Kia EV6 Light Long Range
Range: 319 miles
Price: from $47,745
The EV6 is the Hyundai Ioniq 5’s sportier cousin, but you’ll have to pay extra for that difference. Under the skin, the EV6 Light Long Range is powered by an 84 kWh battery pack and a rear-mounted electric motor that makes 225 hp and 258 lb-ft of torque. Just like the Ioniq 5, there’s a NACS charge port, Tesla Supercharger access, and an advertised 10-to-80% top-up in 20 minutes.
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2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA250+ with EQ Technology
Range: 374 miles
Price: from $48,600
The all-new CLA EV is one of the most efficient electric cars on sale today in America. Based on an 800-volt platform, the four-door sedan delivers 374 miles of EPA range on the entry-level CLA250+ trim, which is powered by a single rear motor making 268 hp and 247 lb-ft.
Besides going the distance, the sleek CLA is also quite the charging champ. As long as you can plug into an 800-volt DC fast charger that can deliver over 320 kW, the EV can go from 10% to 80% in 22 minutes, adding up to 100 miles of range in 5 minutes and up to 200 miles in 10 minutes.
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2026 Honda Prologue
Range: 308 miles
Price: from $48,895
The Prologue is Honda’s first modern EV, but it’s based on the same platform as the Chevy Blazer EV. (Both cars are built in the same factory, too.) The base EX trim with a single front motor delivers up to 308 miles on a full charge, which is slightly less than its Chevy-badged counterpart.
The Prologue is also a little more expensive than the Blazer EV, but it offers an infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity–and you won’t find either in any new GM EV.
If Honda’s crossover is to your liking, you should know that the Prologue is most likely not getting a second generation, seeing how the Japanese automaker recently backtracked on its EV ambitions, canceling three all-new EVs based on its own architecture.
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