EV vs gas: what does the same trip cost?
Compare running energy costs side by side, without hiding the electricity price or fuel efficiency.
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Compare cars on the same road
One distance. One fuel price. Three efficiency scenarios. See which choice uses less money.
Compare up to 3 vehicles
FREE · NO ACCOUNTDefault gas price $3.995/gal (EIA Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Update, U.S. regular, week of Nov 9, 2026); other defaults are illustrative. Confirm local fuel and electricity rates before planning.
A fair side-by-side comparison
We hold mileage and gas price constant and vary MPG. This isolates the impact of fuel efficiency. Type real EPA ratings or your measured fuel economy for each candidate.
Fuel costs are not total ownership costs
A more efficient car can have other expenses. This calculator does not include insurance, purchase cost, maintenance or depreciation. It only compares gasoline for the specified trip.
Frequently asked questions
Can I compare EVs with gasoline cars here?
Use the EV vs gas calculator, which lets you compare different energy units.
Are these manufacturer vehicle ratings?
No. They are example efficiency values until you replace them with the MPG for the vehicles you are comparing.
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