If you are reading this, you might be thinking about buying a golf cart. Maybe you want it for golf, for cruising around your neighborhood, or for getting around a big campus or community.
Whatever the reason, you are probably wondering how much a golf cart costs. In this guide I will show you the real starting prices from the three big makers, what a used one costs, and the extra costs people forget about.
How Much Does a New Golf Cart Cost?
I checked the starting prices that Club Car, E-Z-GO and Yamaha publish on their own websites. Here is what they listed on October 3, 2026:
So a new 2-seat cart starts at about $9,300 to $10,100, a 4-seater at about $10,300 to $11,300, and a 6-seater at about $12,100 to $15,800.
Keep in mind these are starting prices. The small print on E-Z-GO’s site makes it clear that tax, freight, set-up fees and extras the dealer adds are not included, and every option you pick raises the price.
Electric, Lithium or Gas?
Yamaha makes this easy to see, because it sells the same Drive2 cart three ways:
So on the same cart, lithium batteries add about $4,100 over gas. You pay more up front, but you skip the fuel, and lithium batteries do not need the water top-ups that older lead-acid batteries need.
If you only drive short trips around the neighborhood, I would look at electric. If you drive long distances or on hills every day, gas is worth a look.
How Much Does a Used Golf Cart Cost?
A used cart can save you thousands. E-Z-GO sells certified pre-owned carts through its dealers, starting at $5,995.
Before you buy any used electric cart, ask how old the batteries are. A tired battery pack is one of the most expensive things to replace, and it can wipe out the saving.
Also check the tires, the brakes, the charger and the frame for rust, and take it for a drive up a hill.
Street-Legal Golf Carts Cost More
If you want to drive on public roads where it is allowed, you need a street-legal model, called an LSV. These have lights, mirrors, seat belts and a top speed of about 25 mph, and they cost more:
An LSV usually has to be registered and insured too, so check your state’s rules before you buy.
Other Costs to Keep in Mind
- A new battery pack. Allied Lithium lists its 48V lithium packs at $2,700 to $3,600, and Golf Cart Garage sold the 105Ah version for $2,349.99.
- Tax, freight and set-up at the dealer, which the makers leave out of their starting prices.
- Insurance, if you drive it on roads or keep it in a community that asks for it.
- Storage and a trailer, if you need to move it around.
- Accessories like a rear seat, a cover, lights or bigger wheels.
How to Save Money and Find the Best Deal
- Watch for maker sales. When I checked, E-Z-GO was running a sale with up to $1,500 off, and Club Car had rebates and 0% financing for 48 months on some Onward models.
- Compare two or three dealers, because the extras and fees differ.
- Look at certified pre-owned carts, which come checked by the dealer.
- Buy only the options you will really use.
Also Read: How Much Does It Cost to Rent a Golf Cart
FAQs That You Might Also Have in Mind
How much does a new golf cart cost?
About $9,300 to $10,100 for a new 2-seater and $10,300 to $11,300 for a 4-seater, going by the makers’ starting prices on October 3, 2026. Tax, freight and set-up are extra.
How much is a used golf cart?
E-Z-GO’s certified pre-owned carts start at $5,995. Private sales can be cheaper, but check the batteries first.
Is an electric or a gas golf cart cheaper?
Gas is a little cheaper to buy on the Yamaha Drive2: $9,899 gas against $10,549 electric. The lithium version is $14,020.
How much does a street-legal golf cart cost?
Street-legal LSV models start at $11,999 for the E-Z-GO Liberty and $14,299 for a Club Car Onward 4 LSV.
How much does it cost to replace golf cart batteries?
A 48V lithium pack was $2,349.99 to $3,600 at the sellers we checked.
Which golf cart brand is the cheapest?
E-Z-GO’s RXV 2, at $9,274, had the lowest starting price of the three big makers when we checked.
Where These Prices Come From
- Club Car, Personal golf carts, starting MSRPs checked October 3, 2026.
- E-Z-GO, Personal models, starting MSRPs checked October 3, 2026.
- Yamaha Golf Car, Personal transportation lineup, MSRPs checked October 3, 2026.
- Allied Lithium, 48V lithium battery package, and Golf Cart Garage, 48V 105Ah Allied package, checked October 3, 2026.
I hope this helps you pick the right cart for your budget. If you want me to look into the price of another product, you can email me at costcheckr@gmail.com and I will try to write about it too.
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