Energy savings
Charging at home costs roughly 1/4 to 1/5 of gasoline per kilometre. Over 15,000 km/year this can save 30,000+ THB.
EV vs ICE cost comparison
Electric vehicle total cost of ownership calculator
Compare total ownership costs between EVs and ICE vehicles. Electricity vs fuel, maintenance savings, depreciation, and insurance in Thailand.
Scenario result
EV saves 59,103 THB
EV 15,000 km/year · ICE 15,000 km/year · 5 years
Visual cost comparison
EV total1,443,897 THB
ICE total1,503,000 THB
Cost breakdown
Amounts in THB · Scroll the table sideways to compare both vehicles.
| Cost category | EV | ICE |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle purchase price | 1,200,000 | 1,000,000 |
| Energy / fuel | 53,897 | 228,000 |
| Maintenance | 40,000 | 125,000 |
| Insurance | 150,000 | 150,000 |
| Depreciation (economic view) | 667,554 | 472,268 |
| Total cash outlay | 1,443,897 | 1,503,000 |
| Economic cost | 911,450 | 975,268 |
Assumes household tariff (blocks + Ft + VAT) and fixed maintenance, insurance and depreciation rates. Scenario, not a quote.
Frequently asked questions
Key factors in EV ownership costs
Lower maintenance
EVs have fewer moving parts — no oil changes, fewer brake replacements (regenerative braking), and simpler drivetrains.
Depreciation reality
Early EV depreciation is improving as battery tech and the used-EV market mature.
Estimates only; confirm exact figures with dealers and insurers.