EV vs Gas Cost Comparison – See Your Real Fuel & Ownership Costs
Use our powerful EV vs Gas Car Cost Comparison tool to find out if switching to an electric vehicle (EV) makes financial sense. Compare total ownership costs including fuel, insurance, maintenance, and more — customized for your driving habits and location.
🔍 What Sets Our Tool Apart
- Custom Inputs: Mileage, gas/electric rates, vehicle models
- Comprehensive Cost Breakdown: Fuel, insurance, maintenance, depreciation, and charger cost
- Incentive Awareness: Factor in tax credits and rebates
🧩 How It Works
- Select your EV and gas car models
- Enter your driving habits and local fuel/electricity rates
- Include optional costs like home charger and rebates
- Compare 5-year ownership costs, break-even point, and savings
“When we plugged in our 12,000 miles/year and local electricity cost, the EV option saved us nearly $2,000 over five years — even after adding charger installation.”
📊 Example Snapshot
| Category | EV – Model X | Gas – Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel/Energy | $1,200/year | $1,800/year |
| Insurance | $1,600/year | $1,400/year |
| Maintenance | $500/year | $800/year |
| Depreciation (5yr) | $15,000 | $12,000 |
| Charger Cost | $1,200 (one-time) | – |
| Total (5yr) | $26,600 | $29,800 |
📚 Further Reading
- FuelEconomy.gov – Official U.S. EV data
- Consumer Reports – EV cost reviews
- DOE – EV incentives and energy facts