Nissan Ariya vs petrol car: savings
Yearly running-cost savings and break-even point for the Nissan Ariya compared with a petrol car.

Nissan Ariya vs petrol savings
Yearly energy cost by country (15,000 km)
| Country | Nissan Ariya | Petrol car | Saved |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | £708 | £1,703 | £995 |
| Germany | €1,041 | €2,289 | €1,249 |
| France | €689 | €2,164 | €1,475 |
| Canada | C$460 | C$1,462 | C$1,003 |
| Australia | A$974 | A$1,502 | A$528 |
| United Arab Emirates | AED 796 | AED 2,272 | AED 1,476 |
| India | ₹18,665 | ₹98,407 | ₹79,742 |
| Saudi Arabia | SAR 524 | SAR 2,272 | SAR 1,747 |
| Netherlands | €688 | €2,388 | €1,700 |
| Spain | €718 | €1,880 | €1,162 |
| Italy | €798 | €2,087 | €1,290 |
| Japan | ¥95,208 | ¥150,832 | ¥55,624 |
| Norway | €517 | €2,048 | €1,531 |
| Sweden | €729 | €1,540 | €810 |
| China | CN¥1,409 | CN¥8,005 | CN¥6,595 |
| South Africa | R8,526 | R19,198 | R10,672 |
| Mexico | MX$4,949 | MX$24,940 | MX$19,992 |
| Turkey | ₺7,800 | ₺51,860 | ₺44,061 |
Frequently asked questions
How much can I save with a Nissan Ariya?
Charging at home, about €1,131 a year in energy for 15,000 km at average prices, compared with a 6.5 L/100 km petrol car. Lower maintenance adds to that.
When does a Nissan Ariya pay for itself?
It depends on the price difference with the car you’d otherwise buy. Enter both prices under “Customize” in the calculator to see your break-even year.
Compare the Nissan Ariya
Other electric cars
Nissan Leaf€23.89 per charge
Tesla Model Y€23.89 per charge
Tesla Model 3€23.89 per charge
Volkswagen ID.3€18.48 per charge
Renault 5 E-Tech€16.57 per charge
Skoda Elroq€24.53 per charge
Kia EV3€25.93 per charge
Renault 4 E-Tech€16.57 per chargeSources: Eurostat household electricity prices incl. taxes, 2nd half 2025 (nrg_pc_204); European Commission Weekly Oil Bulletin, Euro-super 95, Sep 21 2026; Ofgem price cap Oct–Dec 2026 (26.32p/kWh) and UK average petrol 174.7p/L, Sep 30 2026; GlobalPetrolPrices.com household electricity (Q4 2025) and latest petrol prices (Dec 2025 – Jul 2026), countries outside the EU & UK.
