Nyx · NZ EV cost compare
Will an EV Actually Save You Money?
"EV owners love telling you how much they save on fuel. They never mention the $60,000 entry fee to start saving."
Set the scene
Pick a future, choose your cars, set how long you'll keep them.
Pick a future you believe in. Each scenario sets inflation rates for fuel, electricity, insurance etc. Click to browse, or tweak the rates below.
What if this party set transport & energy policy? Based on stated positions, coalition history, and current proposals.
Set your own assumptions. Hover over labels for explanations.
Tweak values to see what-if. Hover labels for explanations. Won't modify the preset.
Pick 2-5 vehicles to compare. Click rows to add/remove. Use the age dropdown on selected vehicles to set new vs used pricing.
| Vehicle | Type | Price | Efficiency | Insurance | Maint. | |
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Add Custom Vehicle
How many years are you planning to keep this car? Longer = running costs matter more than purchase price. Shorter = upfront cost dominates.
The verdict
Who wins, and how the costs stack up over time.
Cost Summary
Total cost of ownership for each vehicle at your chosen projection length. Includes purchase price, fuel/energy, road tax, insurance, and maintenance. The "Best Value" badge goes to the cheapest overall.
Different ways to look at the numbers. Cumulative shows total spend over time, Monthly shows what it costs per month, Breakeven shows when a pricier car pays for itself.
Shows how much each alternative costs vs keeping your current car. Below the line = saving money. Where it crosses zero = the switch has paid for itself.