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title: "MOTORWATT  	 shared a link"
description: "Did you know that the average new electric vehicle depreciates by 52% after just three years? That's significantly more than the 39% depreciation rate of conventional vehicles! As someone who's helped countless friends navigate this exact dilemma, I've seen firsthand how this stark difference can either be a financial pitfall or an incredible opportunity, depending on which side of the transaction you're on. The EV market is evolving at lightning speed, with new models, technologies, and incentives reshaping the value equation almost monthly.  https://motorwatt.com/ev-blog/trends/new-vs-used-electric-cars #MOTORWATT #ElectricVehicles #ElectricVehicle #EV"
url: "https://motorwatt.com/community/stream/item/2281"
date: "2026-05-23T10:53:21+00:00"
language: "en-GB"
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     Did you know that the average new electric vehicle depreciates by 52% after just three years? That's significantly more than the 39% depreciation rate of conventional vehicles! As someone who's helped countless friends navigate this exact dilemma, I've seen firsthand how this stark difference can either be a financial pitfall or an incredible opportunity, depending on which side of the transaction you're on. The EV market is evolving at lightning speed, with new models, technologies, and incentives reshaping the value equation almost monthly. [ https://motorwatt.com/ev-blog/trends/new-vs-used-electric-cars](https://motorwatt.com/ev-blog/trends/new-vs-used-electric-cars) [\#MOTORWATT](https://motorwatt.com/community/hashtag/motorwatt) [\#ElectricVehicles](https://motorwatt.com/community/hashtag/electricvehicles) [\#ElectricVehicle](https://motorwatt.com/community/hashtag/electricvehicle) [\#EV](https://motorwatt.com/community/hashtag/ev)

     [ ](https://motorwatt.com/ev-blog/trends/new-vs-used-electric-cars) [ New vs Used Electric Cars Value Comparison ](https://motorwatt.com/ev-blog/trends/new-vs-used-electric-cars) https://motorwatt.com/ev-blog/trends/new-vs-used-electric-cars

     Wondering whether to buy new or used electric cars in 2025? Our comprehensive guide compares costs, battery concerns, technology, and incentives to help you make the smartest EV investment for your budget.

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