8703.80.00.20 - New

This HTS classification, 8703.80.00.20, specifically covers *new* motor vehicles designed for the transport of persons, which are propelled solely by electric motors and have an EPA-rated electric range not exceeding 250 miles. These vehicles fall under the broader category of motor cars and other passenger vehicles, excluding those primarily for transporting 10 or more persons (covered by heading 8702). The defining characteristics for this sub-classification are the exclusive reliance on electric propulsion and the limited operational range before requiring recharging.

This category is distinguished from its sibling, 8703.80.00.45, by the condition of the vehicle. While both cover electric vehicles with a limited range, 8703.80.00.20 is strictly for *new* vehicles, meaning those that have not been previously owned or operated by a consumer. Conversely, 8703.80.00.45 is designated for *used* vehicles, which have undergone prior ownership and operation, impacting their value and potentially their warranty status for customs purposes.

As this is a leaf node within the HTS, there are no further subcategories to introduce. Therefore, the classification hinges on the precise fulfillment of the criteria: being a new passenger vehicle, solely powered by electric motors, and possessing an EPA-rated electric range not exceeding 250 miles. Importers must ensure that documentation accurately reflects the vehicle's new status and its certified electric range to maintain correct classification.