Cost to charge a 100 kWh electric car battery
$15.11
to charge a 100 kWh battery from 10% to 90% at home at $0.17/kWh · about 280 miles of range at 3.5 mi/kWh
Charging cost by electricity rate
| Rate | 10-90% charge | 0-100% charge |
|---|---|---|
| $0.10/kWh | $8.89 | $11.11 |
| $0.13/kWh | $11.56 | $14.44 |
| $0.17/kWh | $15.11 | $18.89 |
| $0.22/kWh | $19.56 | $24.44 |
| $0.30/kWh | $26.67 | $33.33 |
| $0.45/kWh | $40.00 | $50.00 |
| $0.55/kWh | $48.89 | $61.11 |
Includes ~10% charging loss. Home rates are typically $0.10-0.30; DC fast charging $0.40-0.60.
Charge time (10-90%)
| Charger | Time |
|---|---|
| Level 1 120 V (1.4 kW) | 63.5 h |
| Level 2 240 V (7.2 kW) | 12.3 h |
| Level 2 48 A (11.5 kW) | 7.7 h |
| DC fast (avg 100 kW) | 48 min |
FAQ
How much does it cost to charge a 100 kWh EV?
At $0.17/kWh a 10-90% home charge costs about $15.11; a full 0-100% charge about $18.89. At a $0.48/kWh fast charger, about $42.67.
What is the cost per mile?
At 3.5 mi/kWh and $0.17/kWh (with charging loss), about 5.4 cents per mile.