These vehicles already sell in good volume in the market and the demand for used vehicles grows monthly, see some advantages
Electric cars have been a reality in Brazil since the launch of the BMW i3 in 2015. They really became popular when BYD started selling the Dolphin GS three years ago, and today we have models like the Geely EX2 with long waiting lines. Are they signs that it is already feasible to have a used one?
The second-hand car market takes into account models that are popular when new, just look at the Volkswagen Gol leading in this segment to this day. But, because they are still considered a novelty, used electric cars are viewed with suspicion by many.
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Despite this, they already have a good acceptance in the used market, and the devaluation in the most popular models is similar to that of combustion equivalents. If you are interested in getting rid of gas stations, but don’t have the buy-in for a zero km, here are five advantages of used cars.
Adulterated fuel does not forgive engines and can cause damage in a short time of use. That’s why we always recommend filling up at a trusted station, even if it costs more.
In an electric car there is no such thing as a concern: there is no adulterated electrical energy. The risk that could exist would be to use a low-quality charger, but the vehicle’s software does not allow recharging outside the safe parameters.
The wear and tear of the car depends on the use. Running a few kilometers without letting the engine warm up, getting heavy traffic or a lot of dust are conditions considered severe use, as they accelerate engine wear.
The electric car was made to be used in heavy traffic; The coming and going of cities does not damage their mechanics. Quite the opposite: running at high speeds steadily is what demands the most from the motor and battery.
What should be looked at most often in an electric car that runs in urban centers is the state of the cabin filter, which can become saturated faster by soot from the exhaust of heavy vehicles and pollution.
Overhauling a combustion car involves changing fluids, filters, spark plugs, pumps, belts, and other items, depending on the mileage. The motor of an electric car is simpler and requires no maintenance; The focus of preventive maintenance is on the suspension, brakes, software updates and the battery cooling system.
When buying a used electric car, checking is simpler: check how the tires, the brake system are and if the coolant fluid has been changed within the deadline. And look carefully at the wear and tear on the back seat to see if the vehicle ran on an app, which can impact warranty coverage.
It is standard in the industry to offer an eight-year warranty on the battery in electric and hybrid cars, with a few exceptions. This coverage is greater than that offered for the rest of the car, even in mileage, when there is a limit.
Modern batteries have liquid cooling and intelligent management that preserves capacity over time. It doesn’t get “addicted” or puffed up like those on cell phones.
As they are on the floor of the vehicle, there are protections to prevent damage from impacts. Still, there is a risk in more extreme situations.
In general, a used electric car will have its warranty up to date and the battery will have good capacity. Unless it’s a Nissan Leaf, which has air cooling in the component and loses capacity faster.
It is standard in the industry to offer an eight-year warranty on the battery in electric and hybrid cars, with a few exceptions. This coverage is greater than that offered for the rest of the car, even in mileage, when there is a limit.
Modern batteries have liquid cooling and intelligent management that preserves capacity over time. It doesn’t get “addicted” or puffed up like those on cell phones.
As they are on the floor of the vehicle, there are protections to prevent damage from impacts. Still, there is a risk in more extreme situations.
In general, a used electric car will have its warranty up to date and the battery will have good capacity. Unless it’s a Nissan Leaf, which has air cooling in the component and loses capacity faster.
