2021 Hyundai Kona EV vs gas: is the EV worth it?
EV SEL FWD vs SEL FWD
No. Does not pay back in 6 years.
20.7years to pay back
- EV: $15,090 more. Saves $729 a year.
- Break-even: 248,300 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 | $37,390 $22,300 | 27 kWh/100 mi 30 mpg | $551 $1,280 | $15,090 | $729 | 20.7 years | Gas, $10,715 |
| EV Limited FWD Limited FWD | $42,000 $26,300 | 27 kWh/100 mi 30 mpg | $551 $1,280 | $15,700 | $729 | 21.5 years | Gas, $11,325 |
| EV Ultimate FWD Ultimate FWD | $45,600 $28,150 | 27 kWh/100 mi 30 mpg | $551 $1,280 | $17,450 | $729 | 23.9 years | Gas, $13,075 |
What changes the answer
- Gas price for a 6-year payback: $7.66.
- Miles a year for a 6-year payback: 41,400.
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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