Used Electric Vehicle Prices Climb in September 2026
Average used electric vehicle listing prices rose 6.4 percent year-over-year while sales volume increased.
Updated on Oct. 21, 2026 in Electric Vehicles
Live Poll
Is now a good time for you to purchase a used electric vehicle?
In September 2026, the average listing price for a used electric vehicle in the United States reached $36,767, marking a 6.4 percent increase over the same month in 2025. Simultaneously, estimated sales for used electric vehicles surged by 21.2 percent compared to the prior year.
Why it matters
The price and sales trends arrive alongside a significant decline in the new electric vehicle market, which saw sales fall 39.5 percent in the third quarter of 2026 compared to 2025. This divergence underscores shifting consumer demand as the market adjusts to the expiration of federal electric vehicle tax credits that ended for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025.
Used electric vehicle inventory reached a 35-day supply in September, while new electric vehicle supply remained higher at 68 days. Dealers moved an estimated 47,862 used units during the month.
The details
Market dynamics are further influenced by rising fuel costs, with regular gasoline averaging $4.355 per gallon throughout September. While used listing prices rose annually, they did experience a slight month-over-month decline of 1.8 percent compared to August 2026.
Timeline
September 30, 2025: Federal electric vehicle tax credits ended.
February 2026: Gasoline prices averaged $2.908 per gallon.
May 2026: Gasoline prices reached $4.479 per gallon.
September 2026: Used electric vehicle listing prices rose 6.4 percent.
Roadmap
The automotive industry is recalibrating as the sunset of federal incentives forces a pivot in consumer preference toward the used market. This shift suggests a tightening of new vehicle inventories as manufacturers navigate the loss of subsidy-driven demand against rival gasoline-powered models.
Buyers looking for an electric vehicle may find higher price tags on used inventory compared to last year, despite the overall decline in new vehicle sales. With federal credits no longer available for recent acquisitions, consumers should prepare for higher upfront costs when financing pre-owned electric models.
The takeaway
The rise in used electric vehicle prices despite a cooling new car market suggests consumers are increasingly prioritizing value in the face of fluctuating fuel costs. Prospective buyers should monitor inventory supply closely, as a 35-day supply indicates a relatively competitive market for available pre-owned units.
Further reading
For additional context on the changing market, visit the United States Electric Vehicles section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by TokenPost.
Live Poll
Is now a good time for you to purchase a used electric vehicle?
