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EV vs Gas Cost Comparison Calculator
Average US driver: 12,000-15,000 miles/year
Gas Vehicle
Electric Vehicle (EV)
Typical range: 90-130 MPGe
US average: $0.13-$0.16/kWh
How EV vs Gas Comparison Works
Formulas:
- Gas: Gallons = Miles / MPG, Cost = Gallons × Gas Price
- Electric: kWh Needed = (Miles / MPGe) × 33.7, Cost = kWh × Electricity Rate
- Savings = Gas Cost - EV Cost
What is MPGe? Miles Per Gallon equivalent (MPGe) is the EPA standard for measuring EV efficiency. 1 gallon of gasoline contains the same energy as 33.7 kWh of electricity.
Note: This calculation only covers fuel/electricity costs. Consider total cost of ownership including purchase price, maintenance, insurance, and resale value for a complete comparison.
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