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EV Charging Cost Calculator

Updated on 22 Oct 2026 · Checked by Aotob

Charging from 20% to 80% costs $8.50.

That adds about 158 miles, $5.40 per 100 miles.

Per kWh. Average home rate here; check your bill

Energy lost while charging, usually 5% to 15%

Miles per kWh (most EVs 3 to 4.5)

Cost to charge

$8.50

Energy added45 kWh
Drawn from the wall50 kWh
Range added158 miles
Cost per 100 miles$5.40

Public rapid chargers often cost two to four times a home tariff. Off-peak EV tariffs can cut home charging costs by half or more.

Show the working

75 kWh × 60% = 45 kWh ÷ (1 − 10%) × 0.17 = 8.50

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Questions people ask

How do I work out charging cost?

kWh added ÷ charging efficiency × price per kWh. A 75 kWh battery charged from 20% to 80% takes 45 kWh, about 50 kWh from the wall.

Why stop at 80%?

Charging slows a lot above 80%, and most makers suggest 80% for daily use to look after the battery.

How much does public charging cost?

Rapid chargers often charge two to four times a home rate. Off-peak EV tariffs at home are the cheapest way to charge.

Updated 22 Oct 2026Source: Standard maths; typical prices are averages, checked October 2026Checked by AotobPrices are averages; use your own tariff.Report an issue