I WANT AN EV AS QUICK AS A KIA EV6 AWD, FOR UNDER $19,000

EV Channels Review

This episode of Battery Bargains tackles viewer requests for affordable EVs, focusing on a family moving to Portugal seeking a normal-looking car with 300km range, and a parent looking for a first EV for their teenager under $6,000. The hosts recommend the Tesla Model 3 as a strong contender for the Portugal case, citing its range and familiar design, while acknowledging the challenge of finding alternatives that don't look overtly 'electric'. For the teenager's first car, the Nissan Leaf (24 kWh) is presented as a viable, budget-friendly option, with the hosts reassuring the viewer about battery degradation and the CHAdeMO port's limited relevance for daily use. They also suggest the Chevrolet Bolt as a slightly more expensive but practical alternative for a different viewer seeking a quick EV under $19,000, though acknowledging it won't match the performance of a Kia EV6 AWD. The Fisker Ocean is mentioned as a highly risky, deeply discounted option due to the company's bankruptcy.