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EV vs Gas Car Cost Calculator

Compare charging, fuel, maintenance, depreciation and total ownership cost over several years.

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Enter mileage, consumption, energy prices, purchase prices and resale values. The calculator estimates which option may be cheaper over the chosen period.

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Guidance

EV vs Gas Car Cost Calculator:

Use the result as a scenario comparison, not only as a single number. For energy calculators, runtime, price assumptions, efficiency and seasonal effects usually drive the biggest differences.

How to use the result better

  • Calculate one realistic and one efficient scenario.
  • Compare monthly and annual values so small daily amounts are not underestimated.
  • Check inputs against real tariff, consumption or device data.

Common mistake

The most common mistake is an overly optimistic usage profile: runtimes too short, prices too low or missing base costs.

How exact is the result?

It is a solid estimate when inputs are realistic. Bills may differ because of tariff details, weather, usage and supplier factors.

Why calculate several scenarios?

Scenarios show which input has the strongest impact, and that is usually where optimization should start.

Next steps

Useful calculators to continue

After the result, related calculators help you understand costs, alternatives and next steps more clearly.

Understand costsPut consumption, prices and running costs into context.
Find savings potentialCompare alternatives and identify useful next steps.
More clarityUse related energy calculators instead of isolated single values.

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How to use the result well

  • Compare several scenarios: Change the key values and check how much the result changes.

  • Use related calculators: Decisions often become clearer when you also calculate costs, timeframes or alternatives.

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What is compared?

The calculator includes charging or fuel cost, annual fixed costs, maintenance and depreciation. This gives you a total cost of ownership estimate instead of only a consumption comparison.

Why resale value matters

A large part of car cost comes from depreciation. Lower running cost can be offset by a higher loss in value.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is an EV always cheaper than a gas car?

No. It depends on mileage, electricity price, fuel price, purchase price, maintenance and resale value.

Should I use home charging or public charging prices?

Use the electricity price that matches your real usage. If you charge publicly often, enter a higher average electricity price.

Are insurance and taxes included?

You can include them together with maintenance and other annual fixed costs.