Plug in
Electric
Charge at home, work or a public charger
Quiet drive with instant acceleration
No engine oil, spark plugs or exhaust servicing
No tailpipe emissions while driving
03Everyday ownership
EV vs Petrol
The best comparison goes beyond purchase price. Consider how you refuel, how the car feels to drive, routine maintenance and the journeys you make most often.
Fill up
Petrol
Refuel quickly at widely available stations
Familiar engine and transmission experience
Regular engine and exhaust-system servicing
Tailpipe emissions while driving
Compare cost per kilometre, not a full charge with a full tank. Your result depends on vehicle efficiency, electricity or fuel price and monthly distance.