5 used electric daily drivers for under £10,000

From nimble city-slicking hatches to larger, more practical crossovers, the used EV market is now brimming with tempting deals. And the best part? Each of our picks boasts at least a 200-mile range.

Keen to go green but don’t want to fork out the steep monthly repayments for a brand-new EV? Thanks to the wonders of depreciation — which currently hits electric cars particularly hard — there’s now a myriad of used examples falling under the £10,000 mark. 

For that money, your options really are wide open. Whether you need a family-friendly crossover for the school run, an easy-to-drive first car for tight urban streets, or something which can shrug off a lengthier commute, there’s something which fits the bill.

Intrigued? Here’s five reasons why you should be. 

2021 Vauxhall Mokka-e (50kWh)

Having long been one of the UK’s strongest selling compact crossovers, the Mokka was a prime candidate for electrification back in 2020 — and Vauxhall wasted little time dropping a battery into it. 

It was a move which paid off. Big time. Thanks to a respectable 201-mile range, a punchy-yet-familiar driving experience, and competitive pricing, the Mokka-e was a highly appealing package to many Brits. In fact, it proved so popular, it often topped the segment’s best-seller list, until finally handing the reins to a facelifted successor in early 2024. 

Now though, you can reap all those benefits for less than a third of Vauxhall’s initial asking price. For £10,000, there’s no shortage of low-mileage, top spec examples to chose from. And, while that figure won’t buy you the facelifted model — with its usefully enhanced range — the 2021 SE Nav Premium we spotted has chalked up a mere 21,000 miles and features upmarket extras like adaptive cruise control and a reversing camera. If that’s not solid value, we don’t know what is.

2020 Peugeot e-208 (50kWh)

Looking for something even easier to park and pilot around town? Peugeot’s distinctive e-208 could be the answer. 

Unlike some more recent electric cars, the e-208 isn’t based on a bespoke electric platform — opting instead to simply swap out the regular 208’s ICE internals for a battery and motor. This meant the EV was blessed with strong driving dynamics and a well-judged suspension setup from the off. Moreover, if you like to blend in, the electrified model looks almost identical to the standard version — and with a useful 232-mile range, you won’t be stopping to charge it too often. 

Drawbacks? It’s not the most spacious for rear-seat passengers — other options on this list better cater to those looking for outright practicality — and the driving position isn’t to all tastes. However, those willing to overlook such minor foibles can now bag an immaculate 2021 e-208 with just 30,000 miles on the clock for as little as £9,500. Any optional extras? Of course: wireless charging, lane assist, electric folding mirrors, and rear parking sensors, are all included.

2022 MG MG4 (50.8 kWh)

Or, what about a lightly used example of MG’s award-winning MG4 hatch? That’s right, at just three years old, the MG4 is the youngest EV on this list and, interestingly, the only rear-drive contender.

Granted, few are looking for razor sharp handling from an electric daily driver, but with its 50:50 weight distribution and driven rear axle, this MG’s chassis is surprisingly entertaining. And it’s pleasingly peppy, too: even in entry-level guise the MG4 manages to crack the 0-60 mph sprint in 7.7 seconds.

Arguably more relevant in this company, though, is the 218-mile range and generous cabin dimensions — offering ample space for six-foot-tall adults in the back. Plus, you get plenty of standard kit to play with for £10,000. From keyless entry and wireless Apple CarPlay/ Android Auto to a heat pump which combats the effect of cold weather on battery life, you’ll soon forget you’re not driving a new car. Oh, and there’s even a long-range model if your budget can stretch.

2021 Citroen e-C4 (50kWh)

2020 Hyundai KONA (64 kWh)

So, as we’ve proven, you no longer need to break the bank to own an EV with a useful range and a generous spec. But which of our five depreciated electric offerings could tempt you out of your combustion-powered workhorse?

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