How much does it cost to charge an electric car?

Electric cars offer a number of advantages – from their environmental impact to lower maintenance and charging costs. But how much does it actually cost to charge them? In the following lines, we will look at the different options.

Charging at home

Charging an electric vehicle at home is the most economical option. The battery capacity is measured in kilowatt hours (kWh) and determines the amount of energy needed for a full charge.

Electric car : Nissan Leaf with 40 kWh battery.
Electricity price : 18 cents/kWh.
Total for a full charge : 40 x 18 st. = 7.20 lv.
Range on a full charge : ~240 km.

In other words, driving 100 km costs about 2.67 BGN. This is significantly cheaper than the fuel costs of cars with internal combustion engines.

For home use, 7.4 kW charging stations are most often ordered.

Tip : Use a nightly rate for even lower costs.

Charging at the workplace

Many companies offer electric vehicle charging facilities to their employees. Payment models can vary:

Free loading : Recruitment and retention policy.
Paid charging : Fixed fees or consumption-based pricing.
Time restrictions : Charging for a certain period so that more employees can use the stations.

This option provides convenience for businesses - an opportunity to demonstrate social responsibility and environmental awareness.

Charging at public charging stations

Public charging stations are ideal for adding mileage during trips.

Prices : Between 0.50-0.79 BGN/kWh .
Payment methods : Mobile applications - RFID cards or direct payment with a bank card.
Features : You can monitor the availability and status of stations via mobile applications.

Public charging stations for municipal and government institutions

Some locations also offer free charging, especially in malls or retail stores.

Charging at fast DC stations

DC stations are idealfor fast charging , especially on long journeys. They are usually found on highways and large shopping malls.

Prices : Charging can be based on time or energy charged:
- Example : 0.19 BGN/minute or 0.54 BGN/kWh.
Speed : Adds up to 80% charge in 30 minutes.

Three-phase charging station with two 22kV charging sockets for public charging of two electric vehicles simultaneously

Although more expensive, fast charging is convenient and saves time.

What is the fuel consumption of different electric vehicles?

Charging costs depend on the model and battery capacity. For example:

Tesla Model 3 : Average consumption of 15 kWh/100 km.
Hyundai Kona Electric : Consumption of 14.7 kWh/100 km.

Average charging costs are significantly lower than those of gasoline or diesel cars.

Business benefits of charging stations

For businesses, investing in charging stations can lead to:

Increased employee satisfaction.
Improved environmental reputation.
Attracting customers with additional amenities.
Reduced fleet costs.

Conclusion

The cost of charging an electric vehicle depends on the location and method of charging. Whether at home, at work or at a public charging station, electric vehicles offer lower energy costs compared to traditional cars. Investing in an electric vehicle and charging infrastructure is not only economically beneficial, but also environmentally responsible.