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Shopping For An Affordable EV In Colorado - CleanTechnica

Shopping For An Affordable EV In Colorado - CleanTechnica
Source: cleantechnica
Author: @cleantechnica
Published: 8/17/2025

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The article examines the electric vehicle (EV) market in Colorado, highlighting the state's strong incentives that make EVs more affordable. Colorado offers a "Cash for Clunkers" program providing up to $6,000 off an EV purchase when retiring an older gas car, combined with federal and state tax credits. These incentives can total between $11,000 and $19,500, significantly lowering the cost of EVs and driving strong demand in the region. Tesla is experiencing robust sales and production, anticipating a surge before the federal tax credit expires. Despite increased production, Tesla's inventory in Denver is limited, especially for popular models like the Model Y, with few base models available and no discounts offered. Chevrolet's base Equinox EV is highly sought after, with a waiting list of about 50 people, largely due to its price dropping to just over $20,000 after credits. However, higher-end models like the Blazer are less attractive due to their higher price. Hyundai's ION

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