GOLF CART PRICING GUIDE

If you don’t know already, golf carts are becoming more than just a means of transportation around a golf course. They have become wildly popular in small communities, on large private properties, and they are extremely fun to drive around. Beyond the normal uses of golf carts on golf courses, I have seen them on farms, retirement communities, country clubs, campgrounds, college campuses, hospitals, military bases, and even in some towns. Now that we know the uses of golf carts, how much do new and used golf carts cost? Let’s jump right in!

Depending on where you’re purchasing the golf cart, on average, they can cost anywhere between $7,000 and $9,000. If you’re thinking that’s a little too much to spend

on a golf cart, you can always take the “Used” route.

Used golf carts can cost as low as $2,000/$3,000, and quite honestly, it’s the best way to go when purchasing a golf cart. If you want something a little fancier, some specialty golf cart shops can create custom designs that will cost you upwards of $20,000!

Below I break down the costs you can expect from new, used, and custom designed golf carts in more detail. Take a look!

If you are at a reputable golf cart dealer, you should expect to pay around $9,000 for a brand-new golf cart, based on the average retail cost collected by Golfcarts. org. The nice thing about new golf carts is that the price can change depending on your specific wants and needs.

If you don’t need your golf cart equipped with all of the bells and whistles, then you may only pay a couple thousand for your base model. Of course, if you are looking to jazz up that new golf cart, you could end up paying between $15,000 – $20,000.

Sometimes it can be worth buying a new cart, simply because it comes with a warranty, there are no previous problems with that cart, and you have the option to customize through the dealer or manufacturer.

PROS OF BUYING BRAND NEW: New carts are in perfect condition and often come with a limited warranty. It may also be easier to finance and find better deals when purchasing a new golf cart.

CONS OF BUYING BRAND NEW: The only real downside to buying a new golf cart is the fact that they lose a majority of their value as soon as you haul it off the lot, like any brand-new vehicle.

Used golf carts, on average, cost around $5,000 – $6,000. The good news about searching for a used golf cart is that their availability is vast. There is a plethora of used golf carts available, mostly because golf courses need to renew their golf cart fleets every few years. This can create a huge selection of lightly used golf carts.

To be honest, this is probably one of the better options when it comes to golf carts. Used carts cost significantly less than new, and most of the carts are using batteries to make them go. This makes it easier to fix parts on used carts, along with being less expensive to maintain as well, since you aren’t having to worry about an engine, filling it with gas, or changing the oil.

Companies like Charleston Custom Carts, do an excellent job at taking used golf carts and turning them into amazing looking vehicles for a fraction of the price of a new golf cart.

PROS OF BUYING USED GOLF CARTS: Used carts cost much less than new and can be upgraded easily. You may even get lucky and acquire a used cart with upgrades already attached from the previous owner. CONS OF BUYING USED GOLF CARTS: Depending on the age of the golf cart, or how the previous owner handled the vehicle, hidden problems may arise when purchasing used.

With new golf cart companies rising up every year, there are three main companies that have been building golf carts to withstand the test of time.

E-Z-GO, Club Car, and Yamaha have been around and building golf carts for many years, but how do you know which one to buy? Below I break down the individual prices for each of these popular golf cart manufacturers.

On average, the price of E-Z-GO golf carts can range anywhere between $5,000 and $12,000. Let’s take a closer look at individual model prices by E-Z-GO.

E-Z-GO EXPRESS (4-SEATER) • MSRP starting at $8,000 – $10,000 E-Z-GO FREEDOM (2-SEATER) • MSRP starting at $6,000 – $9,000

On average, an E-Z-GO golf cart can cost anywhere between $4,000 and $10,000. This all depends on the age of the vehicle, the condition, and whether it’s battery or gas powered.

2012 E-Z-GO RXV • The average price for this model for around $4,200 2019 E-Z-GO EXPRESS L6 (GAS POWERED) • The average price for this model can cost around $9,900

When buying Club Car new, you can expect to pay somewhere between $7,000 and $12,000.

CLUB CAR ONWARD (4-PASS) ELC DLX • MSRP starting around $9,800 CLUB CAR VILLAGER • MSRP starting around $10,400

On average, a used Club Car can go for anywhere between $3,000 and $8,000.

2016 CLUB CAR PRECEDENT (2-SEATER) 48 VOLT • Average price is around $3,500 2015 CLUB CAR ELECTRIC • Average price is around $5,200

2019 YAMAHA DRIVE 2 QUIETECH EFI • MSRP starting around $6,500 2019 YAMAHA ADVENTURER • MSRP starting around $8,500

2014 YAMAHA G29 • Average price is usually around $6,500 2018 YAMAHA DRIVE2 (GAS) EFI • Average price is usually around $7,800 Price Difference Between Gas and Electric – Explained When purchasing a new golf cart, you’ll probably notice that electric golf carts are typically more expensive than gas. Check out a few examples below.

E-Z-GO FREEDOM (ELECTRIC) • MSRP: $7,800 E-Z-GO FREEDOM (GAS) • MSRP: $7,500 The difference in this example is about $300.

CLUB CAR ONWARD (ELECTRIC) • MSRP: $8,700 CLUB CAR ONWARD (GAS) • MSRP: $8,100 The difference here is a whopping $600.

Gas and electric golf carts are both great options when you’re ready to make a purchase, and when deciding on which to go with usually comes down to personal preference. In each type of golf cart you’ll find that maintenance cost associated with each carts unique features usually balances out the price.

For instance, with an electric vehicle, the batteries can last anywhere from 5 to 7 years, but with a gas vehicle, you will be doing regular oil changes, filling it with gas, changing belts, and replacing filters. So even though electric vehicles may seem a bit more expensive, the cost will balance out over time.

There’s really no easy way around this, but golf cart batteries are expensive. However, the batteries that are equipped in golf carts last quite a long time. Most of them, depending on the amount of use, and how well you take care of them, can last upwards of 7 years.

Typically, battery packs used for electric carts will cost as low as $800 and as high as $2,500. The more expensive packs, such as 72-volt systems aren’t usually found in your normal, riding around town, golf cart. So, to be fair, the average system will cost you anywhere between $950 and $1,500.

Lift kits are becoming very popular in the golf cart world, and for good reason. They add ground clearance for off-roading, and make your golf cart look cool, but how much are they?

A lift kit for a golf cart will cost anywhere between $200 and $1,500, depending on brand, and the height you want out of the lift kit.

Most lift kits are brand specific. If you own a Club Cart then you’ll need to get a lift kit for your specific cart.

As you can see prices for golf carts are actually quite reasonable depending on what you want. In this article you learned the differences between three of the major golf cart brands in the business.

You also learned that there are some price differences when it comes to buying electric or gas, but both can have their advantages and disadvantages. Beyond that, we explained the differences between 2, 4, and 6 passenger vehicles.

We hope that this article has given you a better understanding on how much golf carts cost, and the confidence in deciding which make and model is right for your price range.