Tesla Model 3 vs petrol car: savings

Yearly running-cost savings and break-even point for the Tesla Model 3 compared with a petrol car.

Usable battery75 kWh

WLTP range629 km

Efficiency11.9 kWh/100 km

Max charging11.5 / 250 kW

Tesla Model 3: sedan body style illustration — Tesla Model 3 Long Range AWD · body style illustration (not the exact model)

Tesla Model 3 vs petrol savings

Yearly energy cost by country (15,000 km)

Country	Tesla Model 3	Petrol car	Saved
United Kingdom	£517	£1,703	£1,187
Germany	€760	€2,289	€1,530
France	€503	€2,164	€1,661
Canada	C$336	C$1,462	C$1,127
Australia	A$711	A$1,502	A$791
United Arab Emirates	AED 581	AED 2,272	AED 1,691
India	₹13,627	₹98,407	₹84,780
Saudi Arabia	SAR 383	SAR 2,272	SAR 1,889
Netherlands	€502	€2,388	€1,886
Spain	€524	€1,880	€1,356
Italy	€582	€2,087	€1,505
Japan	¥69,508	¥150,832	¥81,325
Norway	€377	€2,048	€1,670
Sweden	€532	€1,540	€1,007
China	CN¥1,029	CN¥8,005	CN¥6,976
South Africa	R6,224	R19,198	R12,973
Mexico	MX$3,613	MX$24,940	MX$21,328
Turkey	₺5,694	₺51,860	₺46,166

Frequently asked questions

How much can I save with a Tesla Model 3?

Charging at home, about €1,341 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 Tesla Model 3 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.