Reference 1
- Daily commute
- 20 km
- Petrol mileage
- 15 km/L
- EV efficiency
- 7.5 km/kWh
- Savings signal
- Small but steady
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EV vs Petrol Cost Calculator
Compare EV charging cost versus petrol fuel cost for daily commute, monthly savings, annual savings, and break-even against higher EV purchase premium.
Formula Explanation
Petrol cost = km / mileage x petrol price; EV cost = km / km-per-kWh x electricity rateThe calculator converts daily commute into monthly kilometers, compares petrol fuel expense with home EV charging expense, and estimates payback on the higher EV purchase price.
Step-by-Step Example
- 1Calculate monthly kilometers from daily commute distance.
- 2Compute petrol liters needed and multiply by petrol price.
- 3Compute EV units needed and multiply by home electricity rate.
- 4Monthly savings equals petrol cost minus EV charging cost; divide EV premium by savings to estimate break-even.
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Reference 2
- Daily commute
- 40 km
- Petrol mileage
- 15 km/L
- EV efficiency
- 7.5 km/kWh
- Savings signal
- Good urban use case
Reference 3
- Daily commute
- 80 km
- Petrol mileage
- 14 km/L
- EV efficiency
- 7 km/kWh
- Savings signal
- Strong EV savings
Reference 4
- Daily commute
- Low usage
- Petrol mileage
- 20 km/L
- EV efficiency
- 7 km/kWh
- Savings signal
- Longer break-even
FAQ
Usually yes for home charging, because electricity cost per kilometer is often much lower than petrol cost per kilometer.
No. It focuses on energy cost. Long-term ownership should also include insurance, service, battery warranty, resale value, and financing cost.
Many EVs deliver around 6 to 8 km per kWh in mixed Indian driving, but traffic, AC use, speed, and terrain affect efficiency.
Divide the higher EV upfront premium by annual fuel savings. Higher daily usage usually shortens the break-even period.
Monthly fuel savings with EV
₹7,280.00