EV vs Gas Cost Calculator

Annual energy cost of driving electric versus petrol, for the same mileage.

Formula

Saving = Annual petrol cost − Annual electric cost

Assumptions

Consumption and price held constant over the period: seasonal, driving-style and price variations are not modelled.

How to read it

This comparison covers energy only. For a purchase decision, add price, depreciation, insurance and maintenance — that is what the EV vs petrol total-cost comparison does, reusing your values.

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