Best Electric Cars Under $40,000 by Resale Value (Least Depreciation)

Of the 5 electric cars under $40,000 VINdown tracks, the average holds about 56% of its value after five years. The Nissan Leaf leads at 79% retained, while the Rivian R1T depreciates hardest at 42%. Ranked best-to-worst by five-year resale value:

1. Nissan Leaf — 79% retained, from $19,748 new
2. Smart Fortwo — 58% retained, from $9,000 new
3. Dodge Charger — 56% retained, from $39,998 new
4. Volkswagen e-Golf — 45% retained, from $27,477 new
5. Rivian R1T — 42% retained, from $38,650 new

electric cars at other budgets:

• Under $50,000

Related categories under $40,000:

• Cars Under $40,000
• Hybrid Cars Under $40,000
• Luxury Cars Under $40,000
• SUVs Under $40,000
• Sedans Under $40,000
• Sports Cars Under $40,000
• Trucks Under $40,000

All prices: Best Electric Cars by resale value