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The 2026 Hyundai IONIQ 5 gets a big price cut and now starts at just $35,000 (electrek.co)
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[–] cron@feddit.org 6 points 20 hours ago

I don't think the average is very helpful here. If 4 cars are sold for $20k and one for $120k, these cars have an average price of $40k.

The median sales price would be more helpful, but sadly, I couldn't find it online. It is likely lover than the average price.

But still your point about debt is valid:

According to a survey conducted by GOBankingRates, 40% of Americans report having a monthly car payment. (source)