2026 Buick Electra E5 Charging Cost Calculator
The Buick Electra E5 brings Buick's focus on refined comfort to the EV market, with whisper-quiet QuietTuning technology and a spacious interior.
MSRP
$46,500
$39,000 after credit
EPA Range
305 mi
85 kWh battery
Annual Charging
$588
$0.05/mile
Annual Savings
$968
vs gas car
Calculate Your Buick Electra E5 Charging Cost
Customize your state, annual miles, gas price, and comparison MPG for personalized cost estimates.
Monthly Charging
$48.96
Annual Charging
$588
Cost Per Mile
$0.049
Annual Savings
$968
Buick Electra E5 vs Gas Car: Annual Fuel Cost
Annual Savings
$968
5-Year Savings
$4,840
MPG Equivalent
110 MPGe
Efficiency Gain
4.1x
Based on 12,000 miles/year, $3.50/gallon, 27 MPG gas car, 16¢/kWh electricity.
Buick Electra E5 Charging Options
Level 1 (120V)
61h
Standard outlet, full charge
5 miles/hour added
~1.4 kW charging power
Cost: $13.60 per full charge
Level 2 (240V)
10h
Home charger, full charge
25 miles/hour added
~7.7 kW charging power
Cost: $13.60 per full charge
Recommended for home use
DC Fast (150 kW)
30min
10% to 80% charge
8.2 miles/minute added
NACS connector
Cost: ~$34.00 per full charge
Buick Electra E5 Tax Credits & Incentives
Federal EV Tax Credit
The Buick Electra E5 qualifies for up to $7,500 in federal tax credits, reducing the effective price from $46,500 to $39,000.
MSRP
$46,500
Tax Credit
-$7,500
Effective Price
$39,000
Home Charger ROI for Buick Electra E5
Why Home Charging?
- ✓60-70% cheaper than DC fast charging
- ✓Charge overnight — wake up to a full battery
- ✓Off-peak rates can save an extra 20-40%
- ✓Better for battery longevity than frequent DC fast charging
2026 Buick Electra E5 Specifications
| Category | Midsize SUV |
| MSRP | $46,500 |
| EPA Range | 305 miles |
| Battery | 85 kWh |
| Efficiency | 30.6 kWh/100 mi |
| MPGe | 110 MPGe |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| 0-60 mph | 5.5 sec |
| Seats | 5 |
| Cargo | 27 cu ft |
| Charging Port | NACS |
| DC Fast Charge Rate | 150 kW |
Key Features
Buick Electra E5 vs Competitors
| Vehicle | Range | MSRP | Efficiency | Annual Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buick Electra E5 | 305 mi | $46,500 | 30.6 kWh | $588 |
| Tesla Model Y | 310 mi | $44,990 | 26.8 kWh | $515 |
| Chevrolet Equinox EV | 319 mi | $33,900 | 29.3 kWh | $563 |
| Ford Mustang Mach-E | 312 mi | $42,995 | 32.1 kWh | $616 |
How Much Does It Cost to Charge a 2026 Buick Electra E5?
The 2026 Buick Electra E5 is a midsize suv with a 85 kWh battery pack providing an EPA-estimated range of 305 miles. At 16 cents/kWh, a full charge costs approximately $13.60. Driving 12,000 miles per year, the annual charging cost is approximately $588.
Compared to a gas vehicle averaging 27 MPG at $3.50 per gallon, the Buick Electra E5 saves $968 annually in fuel costs. Over 5 years, that adds up to $4,840 in savings. With a fuel efficiency equivalent of 110 MPGe, the Buick Electra E5 is approximately 4.1x more efficient than the average gas car.
Most Buick Electra E5 owners charge at home using a Level 2 (240V) charger, which takes approximately 10 hours for a full charge. For road trips, the Buick Electra E5 supports DC fast charging at up to 150 kW via its NACS port, adding approximately 8.2 miles of range per minute of charging.
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