Cost to charge a 50 kWh electric car battery
$7.56
to charge a 50 kWh battery from 10% to 90% at home at $0.17/kWh · about 140 miles of range at 3.5 mi/kWh
Charging cost by electricity rate
| Rate | 10-90% charge | 0-100% charge |
|---|---|---|
| $0.10/kWh | $4.44 | $5.56 |
| $0.13/kWh | $5.78 | $7.22 |
| $0.17/kWh | $7.56 | $9.44 |
| $0.22/kWh | $9.78 | $12.22 |
| $0.30/kWh | $13.33 | $16.67 |
| $0.45/kWh | $20.00 | $25.00 |
| $0.55/kWh | $24.44 | $30.56 |
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) | 31.7 h |
| Level 2 240 V (7.2 kW) | 6.2 h |
| Level 2 48 A (11.5 kW) | 3.9 h |
| DC fast (avg 100 kW) | 24 min |
FAQ
How much does it cost to charge a 50 kWh EV?
At $0.17/kWh a 10-90% home charge costs about $7.56; a full 0-100% charge about $9.44. At a $0.48/kWh fast charger, about $21.33.
What is the cost per mile?
At 3.5 mi/kWh and $0.17/kWh (with charging loss), about 5.4 cents per mile.