The cost of petrol vs. electric cars as fuel prices soar

Higher oil prices have made running an electric vehicle cheaper than a petrol car but there are other costs to consider

giovedì 11 giugno 2026 New tab

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High oil prices mean drivers of petrol cars are now spending more to run their vehicle than those who have gone electric.Analysis by The Electric Car Scheme showed the annual cost of fuelling the typical petrol car has risen to £1,353 in 2026. This is compared with £592 for an electric vehicle (EV) driver charging at home.

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The cost of petrol vs. electric cars as fuel prices soar

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