Affordable EVs 2026: Chevy Bolt, Equinox & The Under $30k Market
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Affordable EVs 2026: Chevy Bolt, Equinox & The Under $30k Market
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Detroit, Jan 3, 2026: For a decade, the "Affordable EV" was a myth. You either bought a Tesla for $50k or a golf cart.
In 2026, the gap has filled. Legacy automakers, threatened by cheap Chinese imports (BYD), have finally released good, cheap electric cars.
1. Chevrolet Bolt (The King Returns)
GM brought it back.
- Price: Starts at $28,995.
- Range: 259 miles.
- Tech: Uses the new Ultium LFP battery tech for faster charging.
- Verdict: The best value car in America, period.
2. Chevrolet Equinox EV
- Price: $34,995.
- Range: 319 miles.
- Verdict: A properly sized family SUV that undercuts the Tesla Model Y by $10,000.
3. Volvo EX30
- Price: $36,000.
- Vibe: Scandinavian minimalism. Fast, stylish, but a bit cramped in the back seat.
The Tax Credit
In 2026, the $7,500 US Federal Tax Credit is now "Point of Sale."
- Meaning: The dealer takes $7,500 off the sticker price immediately. A $29k Bolt becomes a $21.5k car.
Verdict
There are no more excuses. An EV is now cheaper to buy and cheaper to fuel than a Toyota Corolla.
Source = https://unstory.app/tech/affordable-evs-2026-chevy-bolt-equinox