EV vs Gas/Petrol Cost Calculator

Compare the cost of running an EV with a gas/petrol car using your own mileage, fuel prices, charging mix, and maintenance estimates.

General settings
Driving details
Fuel vehicle details
Use your local price per gallon or litre, depending on your unit choice.
EV details
Enter EV efficiency in the distance unit selected above. In miles mode, use miles per kWh. In kilometers mode, use kilometers per kWh.
This estimate is editable.
Use the average rate you expect to pay at public chargers in your area. Prices vary by network, charger type, and time of day.
Enter how much more the EV costs upfront than the petrol/gas vehicle (if applicable). This is used only to estimate how long it may take running-cost savings to recover that extra initial cost. Leave blank if you do not want a break-even estimate.

About these estimates

This calculator is designed to compare scenarios using your own assumptions. Real costs vary by vehicle, tariff, local charging availability, weather, maintenance patterns, and driving style.

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