EV Charging Cost Calculator & Home Charger Guides
Compare charging costs for 212 electric vehicles from 56 manufacturers. Find annual charging cost, gas savings, Level 2 home charging time, DC fast charging notes, and charger install math for every major EV on the market.
Showing the most useful models in each group first so the hub stays fast. Every EV charging-cost page remains published as a dedicated page and in the XML sitemap.
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EV searches mix charging sessions, annual fuel savings, real-world range, charger hardware, tax-credit status, and total ownership cost. This hub routes each intent to the strongest JouleIO page so humans, Google, and AI assistants cite the exact answer instead of a generic EV page.
Cost to charge one EV session
EV Charging Cost
Use this when the user knows battery size, energy added, charger power, charging losses, and electricity rate.
Annual EV charging cost by state
EV Charging Cost by State
Use this for state electricity baselines, home-vs-DCFC charging mix, gasoline MPG comparison, and annual cost per mile.
Real-world range from EPA label
EV Range Calculator
Use this for winter, highway speed, HVAC, terrain, payload, tire, degradation, and trip-buffer range planning.
EV fuel savings vs gas
EV Savings Calculator
Use this for gasoline price, MPG, EV efficiency, monthly miles, state electricity rate, and fuel savings math.
Full EV vs gas ownership comparison
EV vs Gas Cost Comparison
Use this for purchase price, fuel, maintenance, insurance, depreciation, incentives, and annual mileage context.
Home charger hardware and install choice
Best Home EV Charger
Use this when the user asks about Level 2 hardware, amperage, hardwired vs plug-in, installer cost, or panel capacity.
Popular EV charger guides
Home charging cost, DC fast charging, and range by model
VinFast VF 9 EV Charger
Lucid Air Sapphire EV Charger
Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric EV Charger
VinFast VF 8 EV Charger
Cadillac Celestiq EV Charger
Rivian R2S EV Charger
Federal EV Credit Status
85 vehicles in the dataset have historical/pre-deadline clean-vehicle credit flags. For 2026 purchases, verify current IRS rules before assuming any federal credit; charging cost and state incentives still drive the comparison.
Browse by Vehicle Type
BEV
(3)2025 Chevrolet Bolt EV
Compact
259
mi range
$27k
MSRP
25.1
kWh/100mi
2025 Volkswagen ID.4
Sedan
275
mi range
$39k
MSRP
28.6
kWh/100mi
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2025 Mercedes EQS
Sedan
350
mi range
$104k
MSRP
28.6
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
SUV
(1)Coupes
(3)2026 Toyota FT-Se
Sports Car
250
mi range
$55k
MSRP
28.2
kWh/100mi
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2026 Maserati GranTurismo Folgore
Grand Tourer
280
mi range
$185k
MSRP
36.3
kWh/100mi
2026 Rolls-Royce Spectre
Ultra Luxury Coupe
291
mi range
$413k
MSRP
38.6
kWh/100mi
Hatchbacks
(13)2026 BYD Seagull
City Car
185
mi range
$22k
MSRP
23.1
kWh/100mi
2026 BYD Dolphin
Compact Hatchback
265
mi range
$32k
MSRP
25.1
kWh/100mi
2026 MINI Cooper SE
Compact Hatchback
228
mi range
$35k
MSRP
26.1
kWh/100mi
2026 Renault Megane E-Tech
Compact Hatchback
245
mi range
$39k
MSRP
26.9
kWh/100mi
2026 Citroen e-C4
Compact Hatchback
220
mi range
$36k
MSRP
27
kWh/100mi
2026 Chevrolet Bolt EV
Compact Hatchback
259
mi range
$27k
MSRP
27.6
kWh/100mi
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2026 Nissan LEAF
Compact Hatchback
149
mi range
$28k
MSRP
29.5
kWh/100mi
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2026 Abarth 500e
Performance Mini
155
mi range
$39k
MSRP
29.7
kWh/100mi
Sedans
(42)2026 Xpeng Mona M03
Compact Sedan
310
mi range
$29k
MSRP
22
kWh/100mi
2026 Hyundai IONIQ 6
Streamlined Sedan
361
mi range
$42k
MSRP
23.6
kWh/100mi
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2026 Lucid Air
Ultra Luxury Sedan
410
mi range
$70k
MSRP
23.6
kWh/100mi
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2026 Lucid Air Pure
Luxury Sedan
410
mi range
$70k
MSRP
23.6
kWh/100mi
2026 Lucid Air Touring
Luxury Sedan
425
mi range
$79k
MSRP
23.8
kWh/100mi
2026 Toyota bZ3
Midsize Sedan
320
mi range
$36k
MSRP
24.5
kWh/100mi
2026 Kia EV4
Compact Sedan
280
mi range
$35k
MSRP
25.1
kWh/100mi
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2026 Mercedes-Benz CLA Electric
Compact Sedan
374
mi range
$47k
MSRP
24.9
kWh/100mi
SUVs
(131)2026 VinFast VF 3
Mini SUV
125
mi range
$20k
MSRP
16.3
kWh/100mi
2026 Mazda MX-30 R-EV
Compact SUV
260
mi range
$37k
MSRP
7.5
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
2026 Ford Puma Gen-E
Subcompact SUV
233
mi range
$37k
MSRP
20.3
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
2026 Volvo EX30
Subcompact SUV
275
mi range
$35k
MSRP
20.4
kWh/100mi
2026 Fisker PEAR
Compact SUV
220
mi range
$30k
MSRP
21
kWh/100mi
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2026 Fisker Ocean
Eco-Luxury SUV
360
mi range
$37k
MSRP
22.9
kWh/100mi
2026 Toyota Urban Cruiser EV
Subcompact SUV
230
mi range
$32k
MSRP
23.4
kWh/100mi
2026 Alfa Romeo Milano Electric
Compact SUV
248
mi range
$45k
MSRP
23.9
kWh/100mi
Trucks
(12)2026 Scout Terra
Electric Truck
350
mi range
$52k
MSRP
31.4
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
2026 Ram 1500 REV
Electric Truck
500
mi range
$59k
MSRP
36.9
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
2026 RAM 1500 REV Tungsten
Luxury Electric Truck
500
mi range
$86k
MSRP
36.9
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
2026 Tesla Cybertruck
Electric Truck
340
mi range
$61k
MSRP
40.2
kWh/100mi
2026 Rivian R1T
Electric Truck
352
mi range
$70k
MSRP
42.2
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
2026 Ford F-150 Lightning
Electric Truck
320
mi range
$50k
MSRP
45
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
2026 Ford F-150 Lightning Flash
Electric Truck
320
mi range
$63k
MSRP
45
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
2026 Chevrolet Silverado EV
Electric Truck
460
mi range
$57k
MSRP
47.8
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
Vans
(6)2026 Xpeng X9
Electric MPV
370
mi range
$56k
MSRP
30.1
kWh/100mi
2026 Volkswagen ID.Buzz
Electric Minivan
270
mi range
$60k
MSRP
33.7
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
2026 Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWB
Electric Minivan
280
mi range
$66k
MSRP
35.7
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
2026 Hyundai Staria Electric
Electric Minivan
270
mi range
$52k
MSRP
35.9
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
2026 Volkswagen ID.Buzz
Electric Minivan
234
mi range
$60k
MSRP
42.8
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
2026 Ford E-Transit
Commercial Van
159
mi range
$52k
MSRP
61.6
kWh/100mi
Pre-deadline credit data: verify current IRS rules
wagon
(1)All Electric Vehicles by Manufacturer
Abarth
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abarth 500ehatchback | $38,500 | 155 mi | $570 | $986/yr |
Acura
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Acura ZDXsuv | $64,500 | 313 mi | $689 | $867/yr |
Alfa Romeo
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alfa Romeo Milano Electricsuv | $44,500 | 248 mi | $459 | $1,097/yr |
| 1 more Alfa Romeo EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Audi
(7)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Audi A6 e-tronsedan | $58,500 | 410 mi | $515 | $1,041/yr |
| 6 more Audi EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
BMW
(8)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMW i3 Sedansedan | $47,900 | 310 mi | $545 | $1,011/yr |
| 7 more BMW EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
BYD
(8)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BYD ATTO 3suv | $38,000 | 260 mi | $492 | $1,064/yr |
| 7 more BYD EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Buick
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buick Electra E5suv | $46,500 | 305 mi | $588 | $968/yr |
Cadillac
(5)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cadillac Celestiqsedan | $340,000 | 303 mi | $821 | $735/yr |
| 4 more Cadillac EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Chevrolet
(9)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chevrolet Blazer EVsuv | $44,995 | 324 mi | $664 | $892/yr |
| 8 more Chevrolet EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Chrysler
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chrysler Airflowsuv | $48,000 | 350 mi | $712 | $844/yr |
| 1 more Chrysler EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Citroen
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citroen e-C4hatchback | $35,900 | 220 mi | $518 | $1,038/yr |
Cupra
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cupra Bornhatchback | $39,900 | 260 mi | $624 | $932/yr |
| 1 more Cupra EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Dodge
(3)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dodge Charger Daytonasedan | $59,595 | 317 mi | $670 | $886/yr |
| 2 more Dodge EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Fiat
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fiat 500ehatchback | $32,500 | 149 mi | $595 | $961/yr |
Fisker
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fisker Oceansuv | $37,499 | 360 mi | $440 | $1,116/yr |
| 1 more Fisker EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Ford
(9)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Caprisuv | $46,995 | 295 mi | $551 | $1,005/yr |
| 8 more Ford EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
GMC
(3)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GMC Hummer EV Pickuptruck | $86,645 | 381 mi | $1179 | $377/yr |
| 2 more GMC EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Genesis
(6)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Genesis Electrified G80sedan | $79,825 | 282 mi | $653 | $903/yr |
| 5 more Genesis EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Honda
(3)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honda 0 Series Sedansedan | $42,900 | 300 mi | $597 | $959/yr |
| 2 more Honda EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Hyundai
(8)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai IONIQ 5suv | $41,800 | 303 mi | $540 | $1,016/yr |
| 7 more Hyundai EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Jaguar
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jaguar Type 00sedan | $125,000 | 430 mi | $516 | $1,040/yr |
Jeep
(4)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jeep Avengersuv | $38,500 | 248 mi | $461 | $1,095/yr |
| 3 more Jeep EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Kia
(7)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia EV3suv | $30,700 | 267 mi | $461 | $1,095/yr |
| 6 more Kia EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Lexus
(3)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexus RZ 300esuv | $46,090 | 226 mi | $599 | $957/yr |
| 2 more Lexus EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Lincoln
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Starsuv | $72,500 | 330 mi | $653 | $903/yr |
Lotus
(3)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lotus Eletresuv | $95,000 | 304 mi | $778 | $778/yr |
| 2 more Lotus EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Lucid
(6)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lucid Airsedan | $69,900 | 410 mi | $453 | $1,103/yr |
| 5 more Lucid EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
MG
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MG 4 EVhatchback | $30,900 | 280 mi | $580 | $976/yr |
| 1 more MG EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
MINI
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MINI Cooper SEhatchback | $34,900 | 228 mi | $501 | $1,055/yr |
Maserati
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maserati GranTurismo Folgorecoupe | $185,000 | 280 mi | $697 | $859/yr |
| 1 more Maserati EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Mazda
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mazda MX-30suv | $33,470 | 100 mi | $751 | $805/yr |
| 1 more Mazda EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Mercedes-Benz
(11)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes EQSBEV | $104,400 | 350 mi | $730.08 | $1,200/yr |
| 10 more Mercedes-Benz EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Mini
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mini Aceman SEsuv | $37,900 | 230 mi | $497 | $1,059/yr |
| 1 more Mini EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
NIO
(5)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIO EL6suv | $55,900 | 285 mi | $555 | $1,001/yr |
| 4 more NIO EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Nissan
(6)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Ariyasuv | $39,590 | 304 mi | $605 | $951/yr |
| 5 more Nissan EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Opel
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Opel Grandland Electricsuv | $41,500 | 310 mi | $559 | $997/yr |
Peugeot
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peugeot E-3008suv | $44,900 | 420 mi | $492 | $1,064/yr |
| 1 more Peugeot EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Polestar
(3)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polestar 2sedan | $44,900 | 320 mi | $515 | $1,041/yr |
| 2 more Polestar EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Porsche
(6)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Porsche Macan Electricsuv | $78,895 | 308 mi | $685 | $871/yr |
| 5 more Porsche EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
RAM
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RAM 1500 REV Tungstentruck | $85,500 | 500 mi | $709 | $847/yr |
Ram
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ram 1500 REVtruck | $58,990 | 500 mi | $708 | $848/yr |
Renault
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renault Megane E-Techhatchback | $38,500 | 245 mi | $517 | $1,039/yr |
| 1 more Renault EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Rivian
(5)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rivian R1Ssuv | $75,900 | 321 mi | $889 | $667/yr |
| 4 more Rivian EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Rolls-Royce
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rolls-Royce Spectrecoupe | $413,000 | 291 mi | $741 | $815/yr |
Scout
(3)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scout Terratruck | $51,500 | 350 mi | $603 | $953/yr |
| 2 more Scout EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Skoda
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skoda Enyaq Coupe RSsuv | $52,500 | 310 mi | $559 | $997/yr |
| 1 more Skoda EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Smart
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart #1suv | $33,400 | 260 mi | $503 | $1,053/yr |
| 1 more Smart EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Subaru
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subaru Solterrasuv | $44,995 | 228 mi | $662 | $894/yr |
| 1 more Subaru EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Suzuki
(1)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki e Vitarasuv | $33,900 | 250 mi | $515 | $1,041/yr |
Tesla
(8)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Cybertrucktruck | $60,990 | 340 mi | $772 | $784/yr |
| 7 more Tesla EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Toyota
(8)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota bZ Small Crossoversuv | $30,900 | 250 mi | $465 | $1,091/yr |
| 7 more Toyota EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
VinFast
(5)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VinFast VF 3suv | $19,500 | 125 mi | $313 | $1,243/yr |
| 4 more VinFast EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Volkswagen
(8)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volkswagen ID. Buzz LWBvan | $65,900 | 280 mi | $686 | $870/yr |
| 7 more Volkswagen EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Volvo
(6)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Volvo EC40suv | $37,800 | 246 mi | $593 | $963/yr |
| 5 more Volvo EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Xpeng
(5)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xpeng G6suv | $44,500 | 350 mi | $528 | $1,028/yr |
| 4 more Xpeng EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Zeekr
(2)| Vehicle | MSRP | Range | $/Year | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zeekr 001sedan | $54,900 | 380 mi | $555 | $1,001/yr |
| 1 more Zeekr EV guides are available as individual model pages. | ||||
Electric Vehicle Charging Cost Guide
Understanding the cost to charge an electric vehicle is essential when comparing EVs to traditional gas cars. Our database covers 212 electric vehicles from 56 manufacturers, with detailed charging cost calculations based on EPA efficiency ratings and current electricity-rate source checks.
On average, electric vehicles cost $623 per year to charge at the JouleIO national baseline of $0.1856/kWh (2026-03), saving owners an average of $928 per year compared to a gas car averaging 27 MPG at $3.50/gallon. The most efficient EV, the Mazda MX-30 R-EV, uses just 7.5 kWh per 100 miles, equivalent to 80 MPGe.
Charging costs vary significantly by state, ranging from $0.106/kWh in Idaho to $0.382/kWh in Hawaii. Home charging with a Level 2 charger is the most economical option, costing 60-70% less than DC fast charging stations. Use our individual vehicle calculators above to find exact charging costs for your state and driving habits.
EV Data Source Check
Reviewed June 2, 2026- EPA range, MPGe, and kWh/100mi values are treated as vehicle-specification inputs for comparison.
- Residential electricity defaults are reconciled against EIA Electric Power Monthly data.
- Federal clean-vehicle credit language is shown as a status note, not an automatic 2026 purchase assumption.
- Range, charging cost, fuel savings, charger hardware, and full ownership cost are separated into different calculators so the answer scope is clear.