EV vs Gas Cost Per Mile Calculator

Enter electricity price and EV efficiency alongside gas price and gas vehicle efficiency to compare the running cost per mile of each.

EV vs Gas Cost Per Mile Calculator

Compare the cost per mile of driving an electric vehicle versus a gasoline vehicle, based on local energy prices and efficiency.

This calculator provides an estimate for general informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional financial, mechanical or engineering advice.

One of the biggest draws of EVs is lower running cost per mile. This calculator divides each vehicle's energy price by its efficiency to compare cost per mile side by side.

Example

  • With the default values shown above, this calculator returns: EV Cost per Mile ≈ USD 0.04; Gas Vehicle Cost per Mile ≈ USD 0.12; Savings per Mile with EV ≈ USD 0.08.

Frequently Asked Questions

What EV efficiency should I use?

Most modern EVs achieve roughly 3–4.5 miles per kWh; check your specific model's EPA or manufacturer rating for a more accurate figure.

Does this include charging losses?

No — for a version that accounts for charging losses, use the EV Charging Cost Calculator alongside this one.

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