Why are used hybrids more expensive than equivalent EVs?
I currently have a hybrid SUV and I was looking at a replacement. Looking at same car from the same dealer (both demonstrators) the hybrid was significantly more expensive than the electric for same spec/year. It also seems that insurance on electric is significantly more. Perplexed?
Asked on 6 August 2025 by David

This is in line with what we'd expect. The initial depreciation of an EV is typically much steeper than that of an equivalent petrol/diesel/hybrid car. Meanwhile, it is thought that insurance for EVs is higher in general, and indeed, we do frequently see EVs placed in higher insurance groups than comparable combustion-powered cars. There are likely several factors for this, one being higher repair costs.
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