Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination

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703-324-7136 TTY 711

oeecinfo@fairfaxcounty.gov

12000 Government Center Pkwy, Suite 533
Fairfax, VA 22035

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John Morrill
Director

EVs vs. Gas-Powered Vehicles: Side-by-Side

Comparison shopping is an important part of buying a new vehicle. If you're considering switching from a gas-powered vehicle to an electric version, it helps to see major cost and performance indicators laid out in a simple, visual manner. The information on this page can help you compare and contrast vehicle types in very general terms. For more information on specific makes and models, you can use tools like the FuelEconomy.gov comparison platform.

EVALUATING YOUR OPTIONS: METRICS AND FIGURES ON THIS PAGE

Each of the graphics below includes a set of six indicators to help you evaluate different classes and types of vehicles. The figures on this page reflect 2020/2021 vehicle models and were sourced from a Consumer Reports study on electric vehicle ownership costs as well as FuelEconomy.gov.

Upfront Cost: The average sticker price for a new vehicle in the specified category.

Annual Fuel Cost: The average annual cost to fuel a new vehicle in the specified category.

Range: The distance a new vehicle in the specified category can drive on a full charge or a full tank of gas.

Fuel Economy: The distance a new vehicle in the specified category can travel per unit of energy (miles per gallon equivalent or miles per gallon).

Five-Year Fuel Save/Spend: The amount of money an owner would spend or save on fuel over a five year period, as compared to an average new vehicle.

Tailpipe Emissions: The amount of carbon dioxide equivalent emitted by a new vehicle in the specified class, measured in metric tons.