Cost to charge a 118 kWh electric car battery
$17.83
to charge a 118 kWh battery from 10% to 90% at home at $0.17/kWh · about 330 miles of range at 3.5 mi/kWh
Charging cost by electricity rate
| Rate | 10-90% charge | 0-100% charge |
|---|---|---|
| $0.10/kWh | $10.49 | $13.11 |
| $0.13/kWh | $13.64 | $17.04 |
| $0.17/kWh | $17.83 | $22.29 |
| $0.22/kWh | $23.08 | $28.84 |
| $0.30/kWh | $31.47 | $39.33 |
| $0.45/kWh | $47.20 | $59.00 |
| $0.55/kWh | $57.69 | $72.11 |
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) | 74.9 h |
| Level 2 240 V (7.2 kW) | 14.6 h |
| Level 2 48 A (11.5 kW) | 9.1 h |
| DC fast (avg 100 kW) | 57 min |
FAQ
How much does it cost to charge a 118 kWh EV?
At $0.17/kWh a 10-90% home charge costs about $17.83; a full 0-100% charge about $22.29. At a $0.48/kWh fast charger, about $50.35.
What is the cost per mile?
At 3.5 mi/kWh and $0.17/kWh (with charging loss), about 5.4 cents per mile.