While electric vehicle (EV) sales are still growing, (source), some automakers expected a faster growth (source), this combined with generous incentives, particularly in some jurisdictions has combined to create a golden opportunity for those in the market for a new EV. So golden, than some models are now cheaper than their gas powered equivalents, at least in some parts of the world.
If you are looking for a deal, generally its best to look off the beaten path. So, instead of writing a blog article about say, the Tesla model 3 (apparently number 1 in Canada in 2022), we look at eh, number 7, the venerable Nissan Leaf (source). Apparently, in Colorado with the right incentives, a 2024 Nissan Leaf S, can be yours for less than a Nissan Versa (source). Lets break down the case in the following table.
So, seems Coloradians can get quite the deal on a new 2024 Nissan leaf. Granted, many of these programs have income requirements and other eligibility criteria that may make it a no go for you. There is also a potential $7500 US Federal incentive, although the Nissan Leaf apparently does not qualify, there is apparently a leasing loophole (source), plus Nissan Finance might do something on-top of this.
What is a good comparable gas car? Well, looking at the excellent Edmonds I found the Nissan Versa and the Nissan Kicks, that seemed to offer similar dimensions. Granted, I might be obsessed about the rear seat owning to my growing teenagers, but lets see how these two compare (plus the Leaf).
Seems our Coloradians Nissan Leaf pricing beats the Versa and the Kicks.
How do things look north of the border. Well, the Canadian federal government offers a 5000$ CAD rebate (source), Quebec offers 7000 $ CAD (source), BC offers a less generous 4000$ CAD rebate (source). Lets pick Quebec and see what we get (pricing from nissan.ca):
So, not yet eh, although the difference is getting smaller, perhaps there are some 2023’s still sitting on the lot you could negotiate on…
Electric car adventures 