2020 Hyundai Kona EV vs gas: is the EV worth it?
EV SEL FWD vs SEL FWD
No. Does not pay back in 6 years.
21.0years to pay back
- EV: $15,090 more. Saves $719 a year.
- Break-even: 251,700 miles.
- 12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Electricity 17 cents a kWh.
Every EV pair
| Pair | MSRP | Rating | Energy a year | Price gap | Saves a year | Payback | Ahead after 6 years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EV SEL FWD SEL FWD | $37,190 $22,100 | 27.5 kWh/100 mi 30 mpg | $561 $1,280 | $15,090 | $719 | 21.0 years | Gas, $10,774 |
| EV Limited FWD Limited FWD | $41,800 $26,100 | 27.5 kWh/100 mi 30 mpg | $561 $1,280 | $15,700 | $719 | 21.8 years | Gas, $11,384 |
| EV Ultimate FWD Ultimate FWD | $45,400 $27,950 | 27.5 kWh/100 mi 30 mpg | $561 $1,280 | $17,450 | $719 | 24.3 years | Gas, $13,134 |
What changes the answer
- Gas price for a 6-year payback: $7.69.
- Miles a year for a 6-year payback: 42,000.
What you give up
| Measure | EV | Gas | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 147 hp | +54 hp |
| Torque | 291 lb-ft | 132 lb-ft | +159 lb-ft |
| Cargo, seats up | 19.2 cu ft | 19.2 cu ft | about the same |
| Cargo, seats down | 45.8 cu ft | 45.8 cu ft | about the same |
| Curb weight | 3,715 lb | 2,899 lb | +816 lb |
What this cannot tell you
Incentives, insurance, upkeep and resale are not included.
Your own mpg will differ.
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