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Total Cost of Ownership: EV vs Petrol
Compare the true cost of owning an electric vehicle versus a petrol car over your chosen period. Includes depreciation, fuel, maintenance, insurance, and tax.
Your Details
Save £10,604
£177/month over 5 years
Electric Vehicle
Depreciation£26,250
Energy£36
Maintenance£2,000
Insurance£4,000
VED (Road Tax)£0
Total£32,286
Petrol Car
Depreciation£26,250
Fuel£8,240
Maintenance£3,500
Insurance£4,000
VED (Road Tax)£900
Total£42,890
Savings Breakdown
Fuel Savings£8,204
Maintenance Savings£1,500
VED Savings£900
Total Savings£10,604
Additional Savings Not Included Above
Plug-in Car Grant
Up to £2,500 off at point of sale
Salary Sacrifice (2% BIK)
Save 20-45% on tax and NI
Free Parking
Many councils offer free parking for EVs
Congestion Charge Exemption
Save £15/day in London
Disclaimer: This calculator provides estimates only. Actual costs vary based on driving habits, location, energy prices, and vehicle choice. Depreciation figures are illustrative.