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Used electric cars: the democratisation of the electric vehicle?

According toStatista30% of French people cite the price of an electric vehicle as the main obstacle to switching to an electric car.

This survey asked the French why they would not consider buying an electric vehicle. Despite the numerous subsidies available, the survey shows that electric vehicles suffer from being too expensive.

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Is an electric car right for you?

Against this backdrop, could second-hand electric cars provide a solution to the price issues facing French households?

Before considering the purchase of an electric car (used or new), you need to ask yourself a very important question: is an electric car right for me?

To answer this question, you need to do your calculations:

• How far do you travel per day or even per week? If you drive 50 km a day, for example, and intend to recharge your vehicle every night, you'll need a vehicle with a lower fuel consumption. autonomy. 
• What will my recharging solution be?
  • If you live in pavilionYou can install a recharging point at your home.
  • If you live in co-ownershipTo install charging points in your shared car park, you need to apply to your property manager.
  • If you live in a large cityIn France, cities are deploying self-service public recharging points where you can recharge your batteries.

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If you have sufficient range and a recharging solution, you can switch to an electric car.

Used electric cars: how to get a good deal?

How can I find the best used electric car ads?

There are several classified ad sites where you can search for a second-hand electric car.

We've made a small selection of trustworthy sites:

• Carizy: This is a site for small ads between private individuals with the option of secure payment.
• Leboncoin The only downside is that there isn't much choice. The only downside is that there's not much choice. To find an electric car, it's best to go to specialist websites.
• Automobile.frThis site allows you to find second-hand cars, particularly electric cars, all over Europe.

What should I check before buying a used electric car?

As with an internal combustion model, you need to check the general condition of the car to avoid any unpleasant surprises:

• Rubbing.
• Pressings.
• Scratches.
• Traces.

Don't hesitate to consult the Buying guide of an electric vehicle and see what second-hand equivalents are available!

For second-hand electric cars, you need to pay particular attention to the battery. 

Every electric car battery has a certain capacity, expressed in Ampere hours: the greater the capacity, the more energy we can store and the greater the range of our vehicle.

However, over time, batteries undergo internal chemical reactions that reduce this initial capacity (for example, a year later a 100-litre tank of water will only hold 97 litres).

This phenomenon, known as ageing, is common to all lithium batteries, but the rate of ageing depends on a number of factors (e.g. the outside temperature to which the battery is exposed, how it is used, etc.). For example, you could find two vehicles produced identically, with the same number of km and the same age, but with completely different battery conditions. It's very important to know the state of health of the battery when you want to buy a new car. electric vehicle This is especially true when you consider that repairing or replacing the battery in an electric car can cost more than €10,000.

Car manufacturers often guarantee batteries for several years, so don't hesitate to make use of your warranty if it's still valid.

To get an idea of the price, consult sites such asAutovisual which estimate the price of used vehicles by geographical area.

Tip Before you buy a second-hand EV, you need to know the condition of the battery. The battery certificate provides a wealth of information about the condition of a battery and the range of a used electric vehicle. There is a service called La Belle BatterieLa Belle Batterie, which allows sellers to easily obtain a battery certificate. With La Belle Batterie, you can diagnose your battery yourself in just 5 minutes, without having to go anywhere.

The Beev tip: you can use the applications Leaf Spy pro for the Nissan Leaf, caniOn for the Mitsubishi i-MiEV, Citroën C0 and Peugeot Ion, or even CanZE These applications can be used to give batteries a rating (if the rating is 100, the battery is new and if the rating is below 80, you need to start looking at the warranty).

Why choose an electric car?

Once hard to find, used electric cars are increasingly available on the major used car sales platforms. Most customers opting for lease contracts such as LOAAs a result, more and more vehicles are coming onto the second-hand market that are only a few years old. These customers prefer to buy the latest models with greater range rather than renew their contracts in most cases. This is particularly true of the Renault Zoé and the Nissan Leaf, two of the best-selling electric cars in France, which are now looking for a 2nd buyer on the second-hand market. Renault has capitalised on the phenomenon by creating a special offer for its second-hand Zoé.

Another strong argument in the search for your future vehicle is that electric cars only require very low maintenance.

Batteries

For so long the battery life and the cost of replacement may have worried customers, today we have the necessary hindsight to confirm that the batteries do not need to be replaced.

In many cases, they can exceed the vehicle's overall lifespan, and it's no longer unusual to see electric vehicles that have covered more than 200,000 km with their original battery without any signs of substantial damage. If you're still worried about batteries, you should know that most manufacturers offer an 8-year or 200,000 km warranty on their vehicles' batteries.

It's also the ideal time to get started, as second-hand electric cars are becoming more and more affordable. While, for example, a Renault Zoé or a Nissan Leaf New cars sell for over €25,000, while used ones can be found for under €10,000.

Support available for used electric vehicles

Good news for future buyers of electric vehicles: you are eligible for the conversion premium if you are scrapping an old petrol or diesel car. This bonus can amount to up to €5,000, depending on your reference tax income.

If you live in the Greater Paris metropolisYou could be eligible for a further €6,000. In total, that's up to €11,000 to help you buy your electric car, new or used.

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As well as a reduced purchase price thanks to government incentives, an electric vehicle also guarantees lower running costs.

As petrol prices rise, it is becoming increasingly tempting to switch to an alternative form of fuel. In the case of electric vehicles, the cost per kilometre is around €2 per 100 km. An electric car costs around 5 times less per kilometre than its internal combustion equivalent.

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What are the best used electric cars?

We have classified the vehicles according to price: from the most affordable to the most expensive.

1. Peugeot iOn / Citroën C0

With certain offers under €6,000, the Peugeot iOn is a 4-seater city car offering around 100 to 120 km of real range. The Peugeot iOn's standard equipment includes a radio with Bluetooth telephone connection, automatic folding mirrors and automatic lights. On the plus side, the iOn's compact size and short turning circle make it easy to manoeuvre, and it comes with a standard fast-charging system. Less appreciated are the somewhat harsh suspension, which reduces driving comfort, and the limited range (around 80 km in winter with the heater on).

At home, you will need to allow around 5 to 6 hours for a full charge using a reinforced domestic socket such as Green'Up or a Wallbox 3 kW. It also has a fast-charging socket. CHAdeMO which recovers 80 % from the battery in just 20 minutes.

Price: around €6,000 for a 2012 Peugeot iOn with 35,000 km and around €5,000 for a 2011 version with 75,000 km.

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2. Renault Zoe e-Tech

LaRenault Zoé e-Techisthe best-selling electric car in France. So it's hardly surprising that it's the most popular model on online used car sales sites. Compared to the Peugeot iOn theRenault Zoe e-Techoffers much greater driving comfort and 5 seats. In terms of range, you can expect to cover around 150 km per full charge. Inside, the Zoé is simple but practical. The touch-screen display of speed and remaining range is a standard feature, but not all Zoé models feature the main screen for the radio and GPS.

A special feature of the Zoé is that its batteries can be hired. This means that you have to add the cost of a monthly rental to the price of the Zoé, which makes it less attractive. TheRenault Zoe e-Tech is not equipped for fast charging.

However, the Q210 and Q90 versions are capable of recharging in around 30 minutes to 1 hour on a fast terminal. At home, theZoérechargesin about 10 hours on a reinforced domestic socket orin about 1 hour with a 22 kW Wallbox.

Price (excluding battery rental): around €7,000 for aRenault Zoe e-Techfrom 2015 with 35,000 km and around €6,000 for a version from 2014 with 75,000 km

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3. Smart Fortwo electric

The Smart recognised several names and several styles, but this change was only aesthetic and theSmart Fortwohas retained the same battery motor assembly since its launch. As a result, it has a range of around 110 to 120 km. Inside, the Smart Fortwo is fairly basic. It will appeal particularly to city-dwellers, who will be able to park in a very tight space.

The Smart Fortwo can be recharged at home using a reinforced domestic socket in 7 hours, or in 1 hour using a 22 kW wallbox (optional extra)... The electric Smart Fortwo does not have fast charging.

Price: around €8,000 for a 2014 Smart Fortwo ED with 35,000 km and around €7,000 for a 2013 version with 75,000 km.

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4. Volkswagen e-Up!

The Volkswagen e-Up! is the electric version of the Up! With a range of around 120 km, and a 60 kW (82 bhp) engine, the e-Up will be ideal for the cityits favourite playground. However, we prefer the Peugeot iOn, which offers similar features at a lower price.

It has rapid recharging to recover around 80% of battery power in 20 to 30 minutes. At home, it will take around 7 hours to recharge the battery using a reinforced electrical socket or a 3 kW Wallbox.

Price: around €13,000 for a 2016 Volkswagen e-Up! with 35,000 km and around €9,500 for a 2014 version with 75,000 km.

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5. Nissan Leaf

La Nissan Leaf is the compact of the Japanese group. These are the world's best-selling electric car with over 300,000 units produced. Its design may not be to everyone's taste, but its seating and driving comfort are universally acclaimed. It's also the favourite electric car of taxi drivers, a testament to its comfort and space on board. While a first-generation Leaf will give you a range of around 150 km, the version with the 30 kWh battery reaches 200 km.

The Leaf is equipped with a rapid recharging socket CHAdeMO for your long journeys, which will allow you to recover 80 % of autonomy in 30 min or so. At home, you will need to allow around 5 hours on a 7 kW wallbox or 10 hours on a reinforced electrical socket.

Price: around €11,500 for a 2015 Nissan Leaf with 35,000 km and around €10,000 for a 2013 version with 75,000 km.

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6. Kia Soul EV

The Korean giant's compact SUV is now available in an electric version. With its rectangular shape, the KIA Soul EV comfortably accommodates 5 passengers and their luggage. Its compact size makes it ideal for city and suburban driving. It also has a range of almost 200 kmIt's a comfortable car for most people. Where the KIA Soul EV really stands out is inside. A set of lights accompanies the music to create a pleasant atmosphere.

Equipped with a rapid recharging socket CHAdeMO, the KIA Soul EV can recharge 80 % batteries in about 30 minutes. At home, you'll need to allow around 5 hours on a 7 kW wallbox and 15 hours on a heavy-duty domestic socket.

Price: around €16,000 for a 2016 KIA Soul EV with 35,000 km and around €14,000 for a 2015 version with 75,000 km.

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7. BMW I3

La BMW I3 is the Bavarian manufacturer's first electric car. A forerunner in the field, the BMW I3 is a concentrate of technology. From its carbon-fibre structure to the recycled materials used for the dashboard and its antagonistic doors, the BMW I3 is no ordinary car. With a range of 150 km (I3 60 Ah) to 200 km (I3 94 Ah) depending on the version, the BMW I3 will meet most of your needs if you're looking for a small, atypical 4-seater premium electric car. Equipped with a 125 kW (170 bhp) engine, the BMW I3 has plenty of power and it accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.3 seconds.

Recharging takes around 30 minutes at a fast-charging station, and depending on the version, just 2 hours at home with an 11 kW wallbox.

Price: around €18,000 for a 2015 BMW I3 with 35,000 km and around €16,000 for a 2013 version with 75,000 km.

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8. Volkswagen e-Golf

The Volkswagen e-Golf is the electric version of the Golf. The world's best-selling car, the Golf has a compact format and a recognisable design. With a range of around 150 to 250 km, you can hit the road without having to plan your itinerary in advance. In many cases, the e-Golf becomes the first or only car in the household. It offers excellent driving pleasure with better soundproofing than the Nissan Leaf.

The e-Golf is equipped with a fast charging system that allows you to recover 80 % of range in around 30 minutes. At home, you'll need to allow around 5 hours on a Wallbox or more than 10 hours on a reinforced domestic socket. Installing a charging point is therefore recommended to ensure that your battery is full every morning.

Price: around €20,000 for a 2016 Volkswagen e-Golf with 35,000 km and around €16,000 for a 2014 version with 75,000 km.

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9. Hyundai IONIQ electric

The Hyundai IONIQ electric are very rare on the second-hand market. In fact, their owners are among the most satisfied with their electric cars. With its compact saloon format, the IONIQ electric is perfect for a family. It has a range of around 200 km and is often regarded as the benchmark for efficiency. The IONIQ electric can be distinguished from its hybrid and plug-in hybrid siblings by its full radiator grille.

The Hyundai Ioniq is no longer available for sale.

With fast charging of up to 70 kW, the Hyundai IONIQ electric can recharge 80 % batteries in less than 20 minutes on the high-power terminals of IONITY. At home, it takes around 5 hours to recharge the battery on a 7 kW wallbox and almost 10 hours on a heavy-duty domestic socket.

Price: around €22,000 for a 2017 Hyundai IONIQ electric with 35,000 km and around €20,000 for a 2017 version with 75,000 km.

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10. Tesla Model S

La Tesla Model S is the American manufacturer's large saloon. At almost 5m long and 2m wide, the Model S is less at home in town and more comfortable on the open road. Packed with technology flush handles to the Autopilot to maintain the track via the17-inch touch screen the Model S is not ashamed of its age. The main advantage of the Model S lies in the manufacturer's network of fast charging stations. Superchargers dotted all over Europe allow you to recharge your batteries very quickly. Model S models produced up to 2016 are also equipped with Superchargers free for life.

The Tesla Model S can be recharged in around 6 to 9 hours on a 22 kW wallbox at home. The Model S can be recharged in around 30 minutes at a fast charge point.

Price: around €60,000 for a 2016 Tesla Model S with 35,000 km and around €45,000 for a 2015 version with 75,000 km.

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