Our Tesla charging cost calculator helps electric vehicle (EV) owners to estimate how much does it cost to charge a Tesla per month, per day and per years of different models.
If your local electricity rate is $0.12 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) and your Tesla Model 3 has a 75 kWh battery, the calculator can help you determine the cost of a full charge.
Let’s say the charging efficiency is 85%:
Cost = (75 kWh / 0.85) × $0.12 ≈ $10.59This calculation shows that a complete charge would cost approximately $10.59 under these conditions.
Tesla Charging Cost Calculator
| Tesla Model | Cost to Fully Charge | Daily Cost | Monthly Cost | Yearly Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model 3 Standard Range | $10.95 | $1.76 | $52.80 | $642.40 |
| Model 3 Long Range | $13.45 | $2.00 | $60.00 | $730.00 |
| Model 3 Performance | $14.70 | $2.20 | $66.00 | $792.00 |
| Model S | $17.83 | $2.50 | $75.00 | $900.00 |
| Model X | $17.99 | $2.50 | $75.00 | $900.00 |
| Model Y Standard Range | $14.39 | $2.10 | $63.00 | $756.00 |
| Model Y Long Range | $14.39 | $2.10 | $63.00 | $756.00 |
| Model | Battery Capacity | Efficiency | Electricity Rate | Charging Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Model 3 SR+ | 54 kWh | 90% | $0.12/kWh | $7.20 |
| Model 3 LR | 75 kWh | 85% | $0.12/kWh | $10.59 |
| Model Y LR | 75 kWh | 88% | $0.15/kWh | $12.78 |
| Model Y Performance | 82 kWh | 87% | $0.14/kWh | $13.49 |
| Model S | 100 kWh | 85% | $0.10/kWh | $11.76 |
| Model S Plaid | 100 kWh | 87% | $0.15/kWh | $16.67 |
| Model X | 100 kWh | 87% | $0.14/kWh | $16.09 |
| Model X Plaid | 100 kWh | 86% | $0.15/kWh | $17.65 |
| Tesla Roadster | 200 kWh | 90% | $0.13/kWh | $27.00 |
| Tesla Cybertruck | 100 kWh | 85% | $0.14/kWh | $16.67 |
| Tesla Model Y AWD | 75 kWh | 89% | $0.13/kWh | $11.56 |
| Tesla Model S Long Range | 100 kWh | 90% | $0.12/kWh | $11.11 |
| Tesla Model X Long Range | 100 kWh | 88% | $0.11/kWh | $13.64 |
Tesla Charging Cost Formula
The formula for calculating Tesla charging costs is:
Cost = (Battery Capacity / Charging Efficiency) × Electricity RateWhere:
- Battery Capacity is measured in kilowatt-hours (kWh)
- Charging Efficiency is expressed as a decimal (e.g., 0.85 for 85% efficiency)
- Electricity Rate is the cost per kWh in your area
Let’s see an example using a Tesla Model S with a 100 kWh battery:
Assuming a 90% charging efficiency and an electricity rate of $0.15/kWh:
Cost = (100 kWh / 0.90) × $0.15 = $16.67This calculation indicates that fully charging this Model S would cost about $16.67.
How much does it cost to charge a tesla per month?
To estimate monthly charging expenses:
- Calculate monthly energy usage: (1,000 miles / 100) × 25 kWh = 250 kWh
- Apply the charging cost formula: (250 kWh / 0.85 efficiency) × $0.12/kWh ≈ $35.29
If you drive 1,000 miles per month in a Tesla Model 3 Long Range (which consumes about 25 kWh per 100 miles):
In this scenario, your monthly charging cost would be approximately $35.29.
How much does it costs to charge tesla model y?
A full charge for this Model Y would cost about $11.93, the Model Y Long Range with its 75 kWh battery:
Assuming an 88% charging efficiency and a $0.14/kWh electricity rate:
Cost = (75 kWh / 0.88) × $0.14 ≈ $11.93Therefore, a full charge for this Model Y would cost about $11.93 under these conditions.
The Model Y’s charging costs vary depending on the specific variant and local electricity rates.
How much does your electric bill go up when you charge a Tesla?
Suppose you drive 1,500 miles per month in a Tesla Model X (consuming 33 kWh per 100 miles):
- Monthly energy consumption: (1,500 miles / 100) × 33 kWh = 495 kWh
- Additional cost on electric bill: (495 kWh / 0.87 efficiency) × $0.13 ≈ $74.01
In this case, your electric bill would increase by approximately $74.01 per month.
When you start charging a Tesla at home, you’ll notice an increase in your electric bill. The extent of this increase depends on your driving habits and local electricity rates.
How much does it take to fully charge a Tesla at a charging station?
Charging at a Tesla Supercharger typically costs more than charging at home due to higher rates and potential idle fees. Supercharger rates vary by location, but let’s use an average of $0.28/kWh for this example:
For a Model 3 Standard Range Plus with a 54 kWh battery:
Cost = (54 kWh / 0.92) × $0.28 ≈ $16.43Fully charging this Model 3 at a Supercharger would cost approximately $16.43.
References
- Tesla. (2023). Supercharger. https://www.tesla.com/support/supercharging
- Environmental Protection Agency. (2023). Electric Vehicle Myths. https://www.epa.gov/greenvehicles/electric-vehicle-myths
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