What does a ev home charging cost to run?
In New Zealand, a typical ev home charging driven at the default weekly distance costs around $79/month at the current national average rate of 40.6c/kWh. Typical EV uses 0.15-0.22 kWh per km. Wallbox wattage doesn't matter - only total kWh delivered.
Monthly cost
$79
national average
Annual cost
$953
12 months at current rate
| Region | Rate | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Queenstown | 40.3c/kWh | $79 |
| Dunedin | 39.6c/kWh | $78 |
| Christchurch | 36.6c/kWh | $72 |
Frequently asked
How much does a ev home charging cost to run in NZ?
At the national average electricity rate of 40.6c/kWh, a typical ev home charging costs about $79 per month, or $953 per year. Actual costs vary by region and how heavily you use it.
Which NZ region has the cheapest ev home charging running cost?
Of the five centres shown on this page, Christchurch is the cheapest at $72/month, and Queenstown is the most expensive at $79/month. The 30% spread reflects regional MBIE retail rates.