Battery first
- Ask for a battery health report. Recurrent and several dealers offer one.
- Charge it to 100% and compare the range shown with the original EPA figure.
- Check how much warranty is left in years and miles.
Charging
- Test a DC fast charge. A weak charge curve can point to a problem.
- Check the port, and whether the seller has the cable and adapter.
- Check Supercharger access. It can depend on the model year.
The usual car stuff
- Tires wear faster on heavy EVs. Budget for them.
- Check 12V battery age.
- Run a VIN recall check at NHTSA.gov.
Money
The federal used EV credit ended on September 30, 2025. Some states still help with used cars; see yours.