Tesla vs Gas Savings Calculator
How much would you save by switching to a Tesla Model Y? Enter your driving habits for a personalized 5-year cost comparison.
Your Savings
$15,891
estimated 5-year savings
$1369/yr fuel + $1,200/yr maintenance
$491/yr charging + $400/yr maintenance
🔧 Maintenance Cost Breakdown
Mid-Range Gas Car
$1,200/yr
oil changes, brakes, transmission fluid, filters
Tesla Model Y
$400/yr
tire rotation, cabin air filter, washer fluid
You save $800/yr on maintenance alone — that's $67/mo back in your pocket.
$140
Monthly Savings
$1,678
Annual Savings
10,950
Annual Miles
3,475 kg
CO₂ Saved/Year
Tesla app charging cost
The Tesla app estimate is a starting point, not your whole bill.
If you came here from the app's charging-cost card, use your real electricity rate and monthly miles. Utility delivery fees, time-of-use pricing, solar credits, and charging losses can make the app number different from the final bill.
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How We Calculate
- Tesla efficiency: 28 kWh per 100 miles (EPA-rated Model Y Long Range)
- Gas car maintenance varies by tier:
- Economy (Civic, Corolla): ~$850/yr
- Mid-Range (Camry, RAV4): ~$1,200/yr
- Premium (BMW 3, Audi A4): ~$1,800/yr
- Luxury/Sport (Porsche, Mercedes S): ~$3,200/yr
- Tesla maintenance: $400/year avg (tire rotation, cabin air filter, washer fluid — no oil, no transmission, no exhaust system)
- Federal tax credit: $7,500 assumption as of 2026-07-05; eligibility and vehicle qualification can change.
- CO₂ calculation: EPA average of 8,887 grams CO₂ per gallon of gasoline burned
Federal EV tax credit assumptions use $7,500 federal EV tax credit as of 2026-07-05. Eligibility and vehicle qualification can change; confirm current rules with IRS/Tesla before making a purchase decision.
This calculator provides estimates based on the inputs you provide. Actual savings depend on driving habits, local energy rates, vehicle condition, and other factors. Insurance costs are not included as they vary significantly by driver and location.