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EV vs Petrol Calculator

Compare total cost of owning an electric vehicle vs petrol/gas car. Includes fuel savings, maintenance, insurance, and depreciation.

Vehicle Prices

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5-Year Winner

⛽ Gas Car

Gas car saves $4,340.00

EV Total Cost

$51,340.00

Gas Total Cost

$47,000.00

Break-Even

7.5 years

CO₂ Saved

17.4 tons

How to Use the EV vs Petrol Calculator

Enter your values above for an instant result. This tool uses verified formulas and is optimised for users in USA, Canada, UK, Australia. All calculations happen in your browser — your data is never sent to our servers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is an electric car cheaper to own than a petrol car?

EVs typically save $1,000–3,000/year in fuel and maintenance. Savings depend on electricity vs fuel prices and driving distance.

How much does it cost to charge an EV at home?

Average US home charging cost: $0.13/kWh. A 75 kWh battery (250mi range) costs about $9.75 to fully charge.