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EV Charging Cost vs Petrol
Tata Nexon EV: ~₹0.7-1.5 per km. Petrol Nexon: ~₹6-7 per km. Annual saving: ₹50,000-1,00,000 for 10,000 km/yr. Public fast charging is more expensive (~₹15/kWh).
40 km
120 km
₹35
45 km/L
₹105
EV monthly
₹350
Petrol monthly
₹2,800
EV saves ₹2,450/month (88% cheaper).
FAQ
How long does charging take?
Home (3 kW): 8-10 hrs. Public AC fast (7 kW): 4-5 hrs. DC fast (50 kW): 30-50 min.
EVs really cheaper long-term?
Yes, by 60-80% per km. Initial cost 30-50% higher but breaks even at ~60,000 km.
Battery replacement — economics?
Lithium batteries last 8-15 years / 200,000 km. Replacement ~30-40% of car price. Most owners trade in earlier.