UsedNC
UsedNC
Find Your Perfect Car - Take the Quiz
Tech Elite Luxury EV, Electric SUV

Premium Electric

Premium EV enthusiast

Spirit Animal: BMW i4/Audi e-tron
Shop Premium Electric Vehicles
Premium Electric lifestyle portrait
Range
250+ Miles
Quality
Premium Build
Tech
Advanced Suite
Speed
Fast Charging

Is this you?

You want an EV that competes with traditional luxury, not just other EVs.
Build quality, interior materials, and driving dynamics matter as much as range.
You're past the early-adopter phase and expect a polished product.
Charging at home overnight is already part of your routine.
Not quite you? See related lifestyles

About This Driver

You want a luxury experience without the engine. Modern premium EVs deliver six-figure-feeling cabins with electric instant torque.

Top 8 Used Premium EVs for Premium EV enthusiast

  1. #1  |  Porsche Taycan

    Defines what a premium performance EV should be. 800-volt architecture and 270kW fast-charging capability.

    Shop used Porsche Taycan below

  2. #2  |  Mercedes-Benz EQS

    Electric S-Class equivalent. Available 56-inch Hyperscreen and 350+ miles of range.

    Shop used Mercedes-Benz EQS below

  3. #3  |  BMW iX

    BMW's flagship electric SUV. 324 miles of range and 270kW fast-charging.

    Shop used BMW iX below

  4. #4  |  BMW i4

    Electric drivetrain in a sedan body. The 5 Series-sized electric BMW.

    Shop used BMW i4 below

  5. #5  |  Audi e-tron

    Quattro AWD in electric form. Cabin quality matching the gas Q7.

    Shop used Audi e-tron below

  6. #6  |  Lucid Air

    Longest EV range at 516 miles on Grand Touring. Luxury cabin matches Mercedes EQS.

    Shop used Lucid Air below

  7. #7  |  Rivian R1S

    Genuine off-road capability with EV drivetrain. Three rows with 300+ miles of range.

    Shop used Rivian R1S below

  8. #8  |  Tesla Model S

    Original luxury EV. Plaid trim adds tri-motor performance.

    Shop used Tesla Model S below

Other Models to Consider

i4 iX e-tron GT RS e-tron GT Q8 e-tron Polestar Model 3 Model S EQE EQS Ioniq 6 Taycan EX90 GV70 G80 RZ

1 Used Premium EVs for the EV Elite

2018 Tesla Model S 75D Sedan 4D
View Photos

2018 Tesla Model S

Model S 75D Sedan 4D

143,701 mi $16,699

Supreme Raleigh Inc

Raleigh, NC

Frequently Asked Questions

What's the best used premium EV in NC?

The Porsche Taycan is the standout for driving dynamics and 800-volt fast charging. The Mercedes EQS offers the most luxurious cabin in the segment. The Lucid Air Grand Touring has the longest range at 516 miles. The Rivian R1S and R1T add genuine off-road capability that's unique among premium EVs.

Porsche Taycan vs Mercedes EQS for the premium EV buyer?

The Taycan prioritizes performance and driving dynamics with sharper handling, 800-volt fast charging, and Porsche cabin design. The EQS prioritizes luxury and cabin tech with longer range, the Hyperscreen interior, and Mercedes ride quality. Pick based on whether driving feel or cabin opulence matters more.

Are used premium EVs reliable?

EV powertrains have fewer moving parts than gas engines, which typically translates to higher reliability. The Tesla Model S and Porsche Taycan have the longest production data showing strong drivetrain reliability. Newer Mercedes EQS, BMW iX, and Lucid Air models have less long-term data but match or exceed gas-vehicle reliability so far.

What's special about 800-volt EV architecture?

Most EVs use 400-volt architecture for both the battery and charging. 800-volt EVs (Porsche Taycan, Hyundai Ioniq 5/6, Kia EV6, Lucid Air) can DC fast-charge at much higher rates - up to 350kW versus 150kW for 400-volt vehicles. That cuts road-trip charging time roughly in half at compatible stations.

Should I consider a Rivian R1S or R1T?

The R1S and R1T are genuinely capable off-road EVs with premium cabin treatment - rare combinations in the segment. They handle the kind of trail driving most luxury EVs can't approach. Trade-offs include lower fast-charging speeds than 800-volt competitors and limited Rivian service network in NC.