28/06/2026 7:35 am
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Im so stoked to finally pull the trigger on an EV for my commute to San Jose. Ive been bouncing back and forth between a 2022 Model Y Long Range and maybe a used Mach-E, but honestly the Tesla charging network is just too convenient to pass up. My budget is around 35k and I need to find something by next month before my current lease ends. Is anyone here in CA looking to sell their Model Y soon? I keep checking the usual sites but the prices are all over the place and Im worried about hidden battery issues. Would you guys stick with the Tesla or is the Mach-E actually worth the trade off?
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28/06/2026 8:20 am
Just catching up on this thread. Honestly, at that 35k price point, you might want to consider a used Chevrolet Bolt EUV Premier if you want to save a ton of cash. Its not as fancy as a Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD, but it handles San Jose traffic perfectly. Just be careful with private sellers and always insist on a pre-purchase inspection at a shop that actually knows EVs so you dont get stuck with surprises.
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28/06/2026 7:35 am
> Im worried about hidden battery issues. Honestly, dont sweat the battery stuff too much if you grab a Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD. These packs are beasts and the degradation is super minimal compared to most other EVs. If you want peace of mind, just check the health in the service menu or have a shop do a quick diagnostic check before you drop the cash. For 35k in the Bay Area, you can definitely find a solid 2022 model if you look at private sellers instead of dealers. Honestly, the charging network is the dealbreaker for the Mach-E for me. I drive mine daily and have zero complaints with the range or the chargers. Skip the Ford and stick with the Tesla, your commute will be way less stressful.
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28/06/2026 7:50 am
Honestly if you are commuting into San Jose, you should look at a Hyundai Ioniq 5 SE Long Range too. It charges way faster than the Tesla and the ride quality is honestly better. Before I give you a full breakdown on that vs the Model Y, do you have home charging installed already?
- Check the tire tread wear carefully
- Look for service history records Those are the two things I always check first.