The Most and Least Driven Cars

Highlights:

The average electric car is only driven 10,686 miles a year, while the average hybrid is driven 12,924 miles
Electric cars are also the most expensive vehicle type, with an average new price of $68,692 versus hybrids that cost the least, with an average new price of $38,495
This disparity between use and cost makes electric cars more than twice as expensive for every 1,000 miles driven compared to a hybrid vehicle: $6,428 versus $2,978
The 20 most driven cars are almost all SUVs and minivans; the 20 least driven cars are mostly performance cars and electric cars
The most driven car is the Chrysler Pacifica, which is driven an average of 20,882 miles a year and costs $2,280 for every 1,000 miles of use
The least driven car is the Mazda MX-5 Miata, which is driven an average of 5,073 miles a year and costs $6,540 for every 1,000 miles of use

With car prices still near record highs, consumers looking to cut vehicle expenses should carefully consider how much they plan to drive their next new vehicle as part of their budgeting process. While the average new car costs $3,593 for every 1,000 miles it’s driven, high-use vehicles like the Chrysler Pacifica average 20,882 miles of annual use and only cost $2,280 per 1,000 miles. Low-use models like the Mazda MX-5 Miata average just 5,073 miles a year and cost $6,540 for every 1,000 miles driven.

iSeeCars analyzed the odometer readings and historical new car prices from over 1 million 3-year-old used cars sold from November 2024 to April 2025 and found that the average new car price is $44,223 and the average annual use is 12,307 miles per year. The analysis also identified a wide range in the cost to drive by fuel type, with hybrids costing 15.0% less and electric vehicles costing 85.5% more per mile driven compared to gas vehicles.

Cost to Drive by Fuel Type

While gasoline remains the dominant fuel type among new cars, hybrids, plug-in hybrids and electric vehicles are all gaining market share. As a group, hybrids are the cheapest cars to drive because so many of them are lower-priced models like the Honda Insight, Toyota Corolla and Toyota Prius. Electric vehicles are the most expensive models to drive, costing more than twice as much as hybrids for every 1,000 miles driven.

The Most and Least Driven Cars by Drivetrain - iSeeCars Study
Drivetrain	Average MIles Driven per Year	Average New Price	Price per 1k Miles per Year
Hybrid	12,924	$38,495	$2,978
Gas	12,355	$43,278	$3,503
Plug-In Hybrid	11,614	$58,387	$5,027
EV	10,686	$68,692	$6,428

“Hybrids tend to be lower-priced models that are also driven the most per year, likely due to their low fuel costs,” said Brauer. “This gives them a cost-to-drive advantage over every other fuel type, particularly electric cars.”

The 20 Most Driven Cars

The Chrysler Pacifica is the most driven car, averaging over 20,000 miles of use per year. It’s followed by the Chrysler Voyager, Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid, and the Chevrolet Malibu, all of which average over 19,000 miles of annual use.

The Most Driven 3-Year-Old Cars - iSeeCars Study
Rank	Model	Average MIles Driven Per Year	Compared to Average	Average New Price	Price Per 1k Miles Per Year
1	Chrysler Pacifica	20,882	1.70x	$47,615	$2,280
2	Chrysler Voyager	19,948	1.62x	$37,248	$1,867
3	Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid	19,575	1.59x	$53,003	$2,708
4	Chevrolet Malibu	18,762	1.52x	$28,637	$1,526
5	Chevrolet Suburban	18,317	1.49x	$70,199	$3,832
6	Nissan Armada	17,885	1.45x	$64,467	$3,604
7	Ford Mustang (convertible)	17,660	1.43x	$49,592	$2,808
8	Ford Expedition Max	17,051	1.39x	$76,723	$4,500
9	GMC Yukon XL	16,926	1.38x	$77,327	$4,569
10	Kia Carnival	16,884	1.37x	$40,352	$2,390
11	Toyota Sequoia	16,714	1.36x	$64,277	$3,846
12	Dodge Charger	16,584	1.35x	$43,041	$2,595
13	Jeep Wagoneer	16,440	1.34x	$80,280	$4,883
14	Mitsubishi Mirage	16,342	1.33x	$18,281	$1,119
15	Nissan Altima	16,147	1.31x	$28,806	$1,784
16	Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV	16,091	1.31x	$40,208	$2,499
17	Toyota Camry	16,042	1.30x	$31,053	$1,936
18	Ford Expedition	15,965	1.30x	$75,220	$4,712
19	Nissan Titan	15,753	1.28x	$55,461	$3,521
20	Toyota Sienna	15,659	1.27x	$44,591	$2,848
Overall Average		12,307	--	$44,223	$3,593

“Given the dominance of SUVs and minivans on the most driven list, it’s impressive to see sedans like the Chevrolet Malibu, Nissan Altima, Dodge Charger, and Toyota Camry on the list of most driven models,” said Brauer. “All of these sedans see a certain amount of rental fleet use, which is likely pulling up their annual mileage numbers.”

The 20 Least Driven Cars

The Mazda MX-5 Miata is the least driven car, followed by the GMC Hummer EV, Mazda MX-5 Miata RF (Retractable Fastback), and the Mini Hardtop 2 Door EV. Of the 20 least driven vehicles, eight are either SUVs or a truck (F-150 Lightning), and five of those are electric vehicles.

The Least Driven 3-Year-Old Cars - iSeeCars Study
Rank	Model	Average MIles Driven Per Year	Compared to Average	Average New Price	Price Per 1k Miles Per Year
1	Mazda MX-5 Miata	5,073	0.41x	$33,175	$6,540
2	GMC Hummer EV	5,205	0.42x	$111,847	$21,489
3	Mazda MX-5 Miata RF	5,375	0.44x	$36,976	$6,879
4	MINI Hardtop 2 Door (EV)	6,726	0.55x	$34,442	$5,121
5	Mazda MX-30 EV	6,755	0.55x	$37,918	$5,614
6	MINI Convertible	6,929	0.56x	$39,820	$5,746
7	Jeep Grand Cherokee (plug-in hybrid)	7,039	0.57x	$66,072	$9,387
8	Ford Mustang	7,142	0.58x	$46,480	$6,508
9	MINI Hardtop 2 Door	7,781	0.63x	$33,803	$4,344
10	Ford F-150 Lightning	7,877	0.64x	$68,801	$8,734
11	Volkswagen Golf R	7,990	0.65x	$46,593	$5,831
12	Volkswagen ID.4	8,053	0.65x	$46,797	$5,811
13	Ford Ecosport	8,140	0.66x	$27,010	$3,318
14	Subaru WRX	8,181	0.66x	$35,362	$4,323
15	Subaru BRZ	8,395	0.68x	$32,161	$3,831
16	MINI Hardtop 4 Door	8,420	0.68x	$33,377	$3,964
17	Toyota GR86	8,589	0.7x	$32,077	$3,735
18	Jeep Wrangler	8,682	0.71x	$43,273	$4,984
19	Chevrolet Camaro	8,712	0.71x	$45,789	$5,256
20	Mazda CX-30	8,763	0.71x	$29,359	$3,350
Overall Average		12,307	--	$44,223	$3,593

“It’s telling that vehicles like the GMC Hummer EV, Mazda MX-30 EV, Ford F-150 Lightning, and Volkswagen ID.4 are among the least driven models,” said Brauer. “These are all utility vehicles that should be seeing a lot of use, but their electric drivetrains appear to limit their annual miles.”

The 20 Cheapest Cars to Drive

The Mitsubishi Mirage is the cheapest car to drive based on its average annual miles and new car price. Most of the 20 cheapest cars to drive are low-cost models, but the ranking isn’t calculated by price alone. For example, the 8th-ranked Chevrolet Malibu costs substantially more than the other nine cheapest cars to drive, but it has a relatively high annual driving rate, making it one of the cheapest cars to drive.

Cheapest 3-Year-Old Cars per 1,000 Miles Driven - iSeeCars Study
Rank	Model	Average New Price	Average MIles Driven per Year	Price per 1k Miles per Year	Compared to Average
1	Mitsubishi Mirage	$18,281	16,342	$1,119	0.31x
2	Kia Rio	$18,553	13,988	$1,326	0.37x
3	Chevrolet Spark	$16,982	12,624	$1,345	0.37x
4	Nissan Versa	$19,250	13,904	$1,384	0.39x
5	Mitsubishi Mirage G4	$19,355	13,744	$1,408	0.39x
6	Kia Soul	$22,197	15,590	$1,424	0.40x
7	Toyota Corolla	$23,349	15,310	$1,525	0.42x
8	Chevrolet Malibu	$28,637	18,762	$1,526	0.42x
9	Hyundai Accent	$18,720	12,006	$1,559	0.43x
10	Nissan Sentra	$23,045	13,592	$1,695	0.47x
11	Nissan Kicks	$23,681	13,365	$1,772	0.49x
12	Nissan Altima	$28,806	16,147	$1,784	0.50x
13	Kia Rio 5-Door	$19,418	10,725	$1,811	0.50x
14	Kia Forte	$22,823	12,494	$1,827	0.51x
15	Toyota Corolla Hybrid	$26,048	14,062	$1,852	0.52x
16	Chrysler Voyager	$37,248	19,948	$1,867	0.52x
17	Honda Insight	$27,841	14,501	$1,920	0.53x
18	Volkswagen Passat	$30,030	15,584	$1,927	0.54x
19	Toyota Camry	$31,053	16,042	$1,936	0.54x
20	Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross	$29,514	14,453	$2,042	0.57x
Overall Average		$44,223	12,307	$3,593	--

“Most of the 20 cheapest cars to drive are gasoline models, but the Toyota Corolla and Honda Insight make the list with hybrid drivetrains,” said Brauer. “These cars are both relatively low cost while seeing high use, and with their hybrid technology they will also have relatively low fuel costs.”

The 20 Most Expensive Cars to Drive

The Porsche 911 is the most expensive car to drive based on its average annual miles and new car price. With the combination of an average price just under $180,000 and average annual miles of 2,961, the 911 costs nearly 17 times the industry average for every 1,000 miles driven. Porsche is the most prominent brand on this list, with seven models in the top 20.

Most Expensive 3-Year-Old Cars per 1,000 Miles Driven - iSeeCars Study
Rank	Model	Average New Price	Average MIles Driven per Year	Price per 1k Miles per Year	Compared to Average
1	Porsche 911	$179,739	2,961	$60,708	16.89x
2	Mercedes-Benz SL-Class	$160,195*	2,679	$59,788	16.64x
3	Porsche 911 (convertible)	$180,815	3,207	$56,388	15.69x
4	Lucid Air	$247,847	5,784	$42,853	11.93x
5	Mercedes-Benz G-Class	$179,405*	5,150	$34,836	9.69x
6	Audi RS e-tron GT	$160,951	5,386	$29,884	8.32x
7	Lexus LC 500 Convertible	$112,772	3,927	$28,717	7.99x
8	Porsche 718 Boxster	$100,328	3,545	$28,304	7.88x
9	Chevrolet Corvette (convertible)	$92,508	3,596	$25,726	7.16x
10	Porsche 718 Cayman	$96,017	3,773	$25,445	7.08x
11	GMC Hummer EV (truck)	$111,847	5,205	$21,489	5.98x
12	BMW M8 (convertible)	$150,646	7,381	$20,411	5.68x
13	Porsche Taycan (wagon)	$130,230	6,626	$19,654	5.47x
14	Chevrolet Corvette	$81,627	4,191	$19,477	5.42x
15	Audi RS 7	$136,166	7,169	$18,995	5.29x
16	BMW M8	$142,275	7,741	$18,380	5.11x
17	Porsche Panamera	$143,708	7,838	$18,334	5.10x
18	BMW M5	$131,825	7,393	$17,831	4.96x
19	Porsche Taycan	$122,502	6,897	$17,762	4.94x
20	Audi RS 6 Avant	$133,678	7,816	$17,103	4.76x
Overall Average		$44,223	12,307	$3,593	--

*Average MSRP was used for these models

“The range of driving costs between models is vast, with the Mitsubishi Mirage’s $1,119 for every 1,000 miles driven offering a stark contrast to the Porsche 911’s $60,708 per 1,000 miles driven,” said Brauer. “Premium and performance cars, with their high prices and low use, offer many attractive traits, but they also cost their owners a lot of money on a per-mile basis.”

The Cheapest Trucks to Drive

Ford’s Maverick compact pickup has combined low-cost with high utility since it debuted in 2022. The market has recognized this, with high demand and strong sales from day one. Compact and midsize trucks offer a high level of utility at a much lower price than full-size models, giving them a clear cost-to-drive advantage.

Cheapest 3-Year-Old Trucks per 1,000 Miles Driven - iSeeCars Study
Rank	Model	Average New Price	Average MIles Driven per Year	Price per 1k Miles per Year	Compared to Average
1	Ford Maverick (hybrid)	$27,399	12,558	$2,182	0.54x
2	Ford Maverick	$29,582	11,727	$2,522	0.62x
3	Ram 1500 Classic	$42,627	14,964	$2,849	0.70x
4	Hyundai Santa Cruz	$34,954	11,451	$3,053	0.76x
5	Nissan Frontier	$37,780	12,093	$3,124	0.77x
6	Toyota Tacoma	$38,090	12,167	$3,131	0.77x
7	Chevrolet Colorado	$37,807	12,014	$3,147	0.78x
8	Nissan Titan	$55,461	15,753	$3,521	0.87x
9	Ford Ranger	$40,094	11,132	$3,602	0.89x
10	GMC Canyon	$41,250	10,905	$3,783	0.94x
11	Honda Ridgeline	$44,215	11,536	$3,833	0.95x
12	Chevrolet Silverado 1500 Limited	$51,093	13,295	$3,843	0.95x
Truck Average		$49,895	12,347	$4,041	--
13	Nissan Titan XD	$59,109	14,507	$4,074	1.01x
14	GMC Sierra 1500 Limited	$59,484	13,810	$4,307	1.07x
15	Ram 1500	$57,291	13,169	$4,350	1.08x
16	Toyota Tundra	$56,758	12,246	$4,635	1.15x
17	Chevrolet Silverado 1500	$54,796	11,731	$4,671	1.16x
18	Jeep Gladiator	$53,206	10,795	$4,929	1.22x
19	Ford F-150	$56,513	11,430	$4,944	1.22x
20	GMC Sierra 1500	$62,998	12,316	$5,115	1.27x
21	Ford F-150 (hybrid)	$68,996	12,401	$5,564	1.38x
22	Toyota Tundra (hybrid)	$87,168	10,867	$8,021	1.98x
23	Ford F-150 Lightning	$68,801	7,877	$8,734	2.16x
24	Rivian R1T	$133,372	8,569	$15,565	3.85x
25	GMC Hummer EV	$111,847	5,205	$21,489	5.32x

“While the compact Ford Maverick costs less than $2,200 for every 1,000 miles driven, full-size trucks like the Chevrolet Silverado, Ford F-150, and Ram 1,500 cost over twice as much to drive,” said Brauer. “And even among electric trucks the difference in cost to drive can be substantial, with the Rivian R1T and GMC Hummer EV nearly two to three times as much as Ford’s F-150 Lightning.”

The Cheapest Small SUVs to Drive

The Nissan Kicks is the cheapest SUV to drive based on its average annual miles and new car price. At less than $1,800 for every 1,000 miles driven, the Kicks undercuts the small SUV average by more than $1,000.

Cheapest 3-Year-Old Small SUVs per 1,000 Miles Driven - iSeeCars Study
Rank	Model	Average New Price	Average MIles Driven per Year	Price per 1k Miles per Year	Compared to Average
1	Nissan Kicks	$23,681	13,365	$1,772	0.61x
2	Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross	$29,514	14,453	$2,042	0.71x
3	Mitsubishi Outlander Sport	$27,092	13,218	$2,050	0.71x
4	Chevrolet Trailblazer	$27,081	11,660	$2,322	0.80x
5	Mitsubishi Outlander	$33,165	14,209	$2,334	0.81x
6	Hyundai Venue	$22,508	9,517	$2,365	0.82x
7	Kia Seltos	$27,481	11,606	$2,368	0.82x
8	Kia Sportage	$29,395	12,239	$2,402	0.83x
9	Toyota Corolla Cross	$28,084	11,680	$2,404	0.83x
10	Kia Niro	$29,005	12,058	$2,405	0.83x
Small SUV Average		$32,321	11,195	$2,887	--

“Small SUVs are the most popular models in the U.S. because they combine high utility with low cost,” said Brauer. “The 10 cheapest SUVs to drive all cost less than $2,500 for every 1,000 miles driven, a substantial savings compared to the overall average new car cost of $3,593 per 1,000 miles.”

The Cheapest Midsize SUVs to Drive

The Kia Sorento Hybrid is the cheapest midsize SUV to drive based on its average annual miles and average new car price. While midsize SUVs cost more to drive than smaller models, these 10 models are still priced below the average cost to drive for all cars, while offering exceptional functionality and flexibility.

Cheapest 3-Year-Old Midsize SUVs per 1,000 Miles Driven - iSeeCars Study
Rank	Model	Average New Price	Average MIles Driven per Year	Price per 1k Miles per Year	Compared to Average
1	Kia Sorento Hybrid	$38,539	13,654	$2,823	0.79x
2	Ford Edge	$42,454	14,840	$2,861	0.80x
3	Chevrolet Traverse	$42,951	14,076	$3,051	0.85x
4	Kia Sorento	$40,069	12,842	$3,120	0.87x
5	Nissan Pathfinder	$43,011	13,557	$3,173	0.88x
6	Kia Telluride	$45,613	14,365	$3,175	0.88x
7	Hyundai Santa Fe	$36,329	11,316	$3,210	0.89x
8	Hyundai Palisade	$46,892	14,253	$3,290	0.92x
9	Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid	$40,303	12,162	$3,314	0.92x
10	Toyota Highlander Hybrid	$48,264	14,470	$3,336	0.93x
Midsize SUV Average		$45,563	12,676	$3,595	--

“It’s interesting to see a hybrid ranked first for low cost to drive in the midsize SUV category,” said Brauer. “The Kia Sorento combines three rows of seats and reduced fuel costs with SUV flexibility, making it a truly high-value model.”

The Cheapest Sedans to Drive

The Chevrolet Malibu is the cheapest sedan to drive based on its average annual miles and new car price. It’s followed by the Nissan Altima and Toyota Camry, all of them costing less than $2,000 for every 1,000 miles driven while offering solid value for sedan buyers.

Cheapest 3-Year-Old Midsize Sedans per 1,000 Miles Driven - iSeeCars Study
Rank	Model	Average New Price	Average MIles Driven per Year	Price per 1k Miles per Year	Compared to Average
1	Chevrolet Malibu	$28,637	18,762	$1,526	0.76x
2	Nissan Altima	$28,806	16,147	$1,784	0.89x
3	Volkswagen Passat	$30,030	15,584	$1,927	0.96x
4	Toyota Camry	$31,053	16,042	$1,936	0.97x
Midsize Sedan Average		$30,473	15,212	$2,003	--
5	Kia K5	$30,013	14,630	$2,051	1.02x
6	Toyota Camry Hybrid	$33,138	14,490	$2,287	1.14x
7	Hyundai Sonata Hybrid	$32,769	12,868	$2,547	1.27x
8	Honda Accord Hybrid	$34,389	13,407	$2,565	1.28x
9	Honda Accord	$31,126	11,363	$2,739	1.37x
10	Subaru Legacy	$31,921	11,435	$2,792	1.39x
11	Hyundai Sonata	$31,404	11,046	$2,843	1.42x
12	Kia Stinger	$45,035	12,623	$3,568	1.78x
13	Volkswagen Arteon	$43,819*	10,749	$4,076	2.03x

*Average MSRP was used for these models

“Sedans aren’t as popular as SUVs these days, but they still provide excellent value and low cost to drive for buyers that don’t need the space of a utility vehicle,” said Brauer.

The 10 Cheapest Hybrids to Drive

The Toyota Corolla is the cheapest hybrid to drive based on its average annual miles and average new car price. Other low-cost-to-drive hybrids include the Hyundai Elantra, Ford Maverick, and Toyota Prius.

Cheapest 3-Year-Old Hybrids per 1,000 Miles Driven - iSeeCars Study
Rank	Model	Average New Price	Average Miles Driven per Year	Price per 1k Miles per Year	Compared to Average
1	Toyota Corolla Hybrid	$26,048	14,062	$1,852	0.62x
2	Honda Insight	$27,841	14,501	$1,920	0.64x
3	Hyundai Elantra Hybrid	$28,213	13,389	$2,107	0.71x
4	Hyundai Ioniq Hybrid	$27,722	12,891	$2,150	0.72x
5	Ford Maverick	$27,399	12,558	$2,182	0.73x
6	Toyota Prius	$30,559	13,956	$2,190	0.74x
7	Toyota Camry Hybrid	$33,138	14,490	$2,287	0.77x
8	Kia Niro	$29,005	12,058	$2,405	0.81x
9	Hyundai Sonata Hybrid	$32,769	12,868	$2,547	0.85x
10	Honda Accord Hybrid	$34,389	13,407	$2,565	0.86x
Hybrid Vehicle Average		$38,495	12,924	$2,978	--

“Being driven over 14,000 miles a year gives the Corolla Hybrid a cost to drive below $1,900 for every 1,000 miles driven,” said Brauer. “And the Corolla Hybrid will cover those miles with an EPA rating of 50 mpg, making it one the best values available in the new car market.”

The 10 Cheapest Plug-In Hybrids to Drive

The Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV is the cheapest plug-in hybrid to drive based on its average annual miles and average new car price. Plug-in hybrids include a relatively large battery pack, making them more expensive than standard hybrids. But they also offer electric-vehicle-like driving for short distances, making them a viable choice for consumers with short daily use cases.

Cheapest 3-Year-Old Plug-In Hybrids per 1,000 Miles Driven - iSeeCars Study
Rank	Model	Average New Price	Average Miles Driven per Year	Price per 1k Miles per Year	Compared to Average
1	Mitsubishi Outlander PHEV	$40,208	16,091	$2,499	0.50x
2	Hyundai Ioniq Plug-In Hybrid	$31,114	11,652	$2,670	0.53x
3	Toyota Prius Prime	$31,631	11,831	$2,674	0.53x
4	Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid	$53,003	19,575	$2,708	0.54x
5	Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid	$34,946	10,913	$3,202	0.64x
6	Hyundai Tucson Plug-In Hybrid	$41,132	11,398	$3,609	0.72x
7	Hyundai Santa Fe Plug-In Hybrid	$44,538	11,851	$3,758	0.75x
8	Toyota RAV4 Prime	$47,450	11,718	$4,049	0.81x
9	Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid	$50,436	12,408	$4,065	0.81x
10	Ford Escape Plug-In Hybrid	$40,682	9,497	$4,284	0.85x
Plug-In Hybrid Vehicle Average		$58,387	11,614	$5,027	--

“Being able to drive for short distances without burning fuel reduces the operating costs of plug-in hybrid vehicles,” said Brauer. “For buyers seeking minimal CO2 production without the prospect of range anxiety, plug-in hybrids offer a compelling combination of cost and efficiency.”

The 10 Cheapest Electric Vehicles to Drive

The Chevrolet Bolt is the cheapest electric vehicle to drive based on its average annual miles and average new car price. The Bolt is followed by the Nissan LEAF, with both of them driving about 10,000 miles a year and both of them costing slightly less than the overall industry average of $3,593 per 1,000 miles driven. While Tesla sells more EVs than any other brand, its high prices mean only the Model 3 made the top 10 list for lowest cost to drive.

Cheapest 3-Year-Old EVs per 1,000 Miles Driven - iSeeCars Study
Rank	Model	Average New Price	Average Miles Driven per Year	Price per 1k Miles per Year	Compared to Average
1	Chevrolet Bolt EV	$34,094	10,525	$3,239	0.50x
2	Nissan LEAF	$34,049	9,563	$3,560	0.55x
3	Chevrolet Bolt EUV	$38,167	9,944	$3,838	0.60x
4	Kia Niro EV	$43,883	10,897	$4,027	0.63x
5	Hyundai Kona Electric	$40,814	9,699	$4,208	0.65x
6	Tesla Model 3	$55,822*	12,540	$4,451	0.69x
7	Hyundai Ioniq 5	$50,950	10,498	$4,853	0.75x
8	MINI Hardtop 2 Door	$34,442	6,726	$5,121	0.80x
9	Kia EV6	$55,694	10,455	$5,327	0.83x
10	Mazda MX-30 EV	$37,918	6,755	$5,614	0.87x
EV Average		$68,692	10,686	$6,428	--

*Average MSRP was used for these models

“Between their low annual mileage and high purchase price, there’s no denying the relatively high cost of driving an electric car,” said Brauer. “While these are the 10 cheapest electric cars to drive, eight of them are still higher than the overall industry average, confirming the low value these vehicles offer relative to other drivetrains options.”

Updated May 12, 2025.

Methodology

iSeeCars analyzed the odometer readings from over 1 million 3-year-old used cars sold from November 2024 to April 2025, and then compared these mileage numbers by model to the list prices of the same models when they were sold new. Average MSRP was used for cars where average list price was not available, notably cars from Tesla. The average miles driven per year were calculated for each model as well as drivetrain, and the average new car price was expressed as a cost per 1,000 miles driven per year. The latter was used to rank models from most expensive to least expensive with respect to their driving patterns.

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