EV Charging vs Gas Cost Calculator Scenarios and Examples
These practical scenarios demonstrate how annual mileage, electricity price, gasoline price, vehicle efficiency, and comparison period affect annual fuel costs and potential savings. All calculations use the exact formulas and supported inputs of our EV Charging vs Gas Cost Calculator.
Featured Cost Comparison Scenarios
EV vs Gas Cost for 10,000 Miles Per Year
Compare annual electricity charging costs and gasoline expenses for a common 10,000-mile annual driving distance across multiple mileage tiers.
How Electricity Price Affects EV Charging Savings
Analyze how home and regional electricity utility rates from 8¢ to 32¢ per kWh impact annual charging expenses and net savings versus gas.
How Gas Price Changes the EV Savings Gap
See how fluctuations in gasoline prices from $2.75 to $5.00 per gallon expand or compress the annual savings advantage of driving electric.
Baseline Annual Cost & Savings Benchmark
Compare annual fuel expenses based on 30 kWh/100 mi for an EV at $0.16/kWh versus a 28 MPG gasoline vehicle at $3.60/gallon.
| Annual Mileage | EV Annual Cost | Gas Annual Cost | Annual Net Savings | 5-Year Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10,000 miles/yr | $480 ($0.048/mi) | $1,286 ($0.129/mi) | $806 (62.7%) | $4,029 |
| 12,000 miles/yr (Default) | $576 ($0.048/mi) | $1,543 ($0.129/mi) | $967 (62.7%) | $4,834 |
*Estimates reflect direct fuel and electricity charging costs. Excludes insurance, registration, maintenance, vehicle depreciation, financing charges, and charging equipment installation.
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