Electric vs Petrol
Compare the trip cost of an electric vehicle and a petrol vehicle.
km
Electric
kWh/100km
€/kWh
Petrol
L/100km
€/liter
VerdictElectric is cheaper
Electric cost€3.60
Petrol cost€12.60
Savings€9.00 · 71.4%
How it works
Compare the running cost of an electric and a petrol vehicle using consumption, distance and energy prices.
Frequently asked questions
What does this calculator compare?
It compares the energy cost of an electric and a petrol vehicle over the same distance.
Does it include vehicle purchase price?
No, it compares running costs for charging or fuel only.
Is an electric vehicle always cheaper?
It depends on consumption, energy prices and whether charging is at home or public.