🚗 EV Charging Cost Estimator

Calculate the cost to charge your electric vehicle and compare it to gasoline.

EV Details

kWh
%
$/kWh

💡 Common EV Batteries: Tesla Model 3 (50-82 kWh), Chevy Bolt (65 kWh), Nissan Leaf (40-62 kWh)

Gas Car Comparison

$/gal
MPG
miles

Charging Costs

Energy Needed

60 kWh

per charge

Cost per Charge

$7.8

Monthly Costs

Estimated Charges:

8

Monthly Cost:

$62.4

💰 EV vs Gas Comparison

EV Cost (Monthly):

$62.40

Gas Cost (Monthly):

$116.67

Monthly Savings:

$54.27 saved

Yearly Savings:

$651.20

Understanding EV Charging Costs

How It Works: This calculator estimates the cost to charge your EV based on your battery size, desired charge level, and local electricity rate. Most EV owners charge to 80% for daily use to preserve battery health.

Charging Tips:

  • Charge during off-peak hours for lower rates (if your utility offers time-of-use pricing)
  • Home charging is typically 50-70% cheaper than public fast charging
  • Level 2 home chargers (240V) are more efficient than Level 1 (120V)
  • Most EVs get 3-4 miles per kWh of energy

Environmental Impact: EVs produce zero direct emissions. Even when accounting for electricity generation, EVs typically produce 50% less CO₂ than gas vehicles over their lifetime.