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We are talking about new cars here. This is just what new cars cost. The alternative would be going second hand.

I would argue €25k for an EV is very affordable when compared to an equivalent €20k petrol car, because you make up for the difference by saving on the cost of petrol. Assuming you drive a modest 15.000 km per year, and you can only charge at public chargers (which is not the most cost effective way of charging an EV) you still save a small 600 euros per year in petrol costs.

If you want cheap and new, there is always the Citroen Ami too. That car may be speed limited, but it only costs €8.5k

Edit: Added a quick cost comparison between petrol and electric. Assumed prices:

• € 1,85 / L for petrol, using 5.0 L / 100 km
• € 0,35 / kWh for electric, using 15.3 kWh / 100 km