5-year running cost · 15,000 km/yr · NSW
Kia Niro EVVSToyota Camry Ascent 2.5
The Toyota Camry Ascent 2.5 is cheaper to run — by $4,317 over 5 years (9% lower total cost), driven mostly by depreciation.
- 5-yr cheaper total
- $41,746
- Toyota Camry Ascent 2.5
- Saving vs rival
- $4,317
- 9% lower
- Cost per km
- $1
- vs $1
- Saving per year
- $863
- on average
Tale of the tape
Headline specs and running costs side by side.
| Metric | ⚡ Kia Niro EV | ⛽ Toyota Camry Ascent 2.5 |
|---|---|---|
| Driveaway price | $62,990 | $42,990 |
| Powertrain | Electric (BEV) | Petrol · ULP 91 |
| Efficiency | 17.0 kWh/100km | 8.0 L/100km |
| Battery / fuel | 64.8 kWh battery | Petrol · ULP 91 |
| Range | ~315 km real-world | — |
| Annual energy / fuel | $564 | $2,460 |
Run the numbers yourself
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EV Running Cost Calculator
Compare the true 5-year ownership cost of an electric car vs its petrol equivalent in Australia.
Ownership period
Electric
Kia Niro EV
- Energy / Fuel
- $2,818
- Registration
- $2,500
- Insurance
- $7,500
- Servicing
- $1,750
- Depreciation
- $31,495
5-Year Total
$46,063
$1/km · $9,213/yr
Petrol
Toyota Camry Ascent 2.5
- Energy / Fuel
- $11,070
- Registration
- $2,500
- Insurance
- $7,500
- Servicing
- $2,750
- Depreciation
- $17,096
5-Year Total
$40,916
$1/km · $8,183/yr
5-Year Cost Breakdown
Energy / Fuel
Registration
Insurance
Servicing
Depreciation
5-year cost breakdown
Every category, both vehicles, and the difference.
| Category | Kia Niro EV | Toyota Camry Ascent 2.5 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy / fuel | $2,818 | $12,300 | −$9,482 |
| Registration | $2,500 | $2,500 | — |
| Insurance | $7,500 | $7,000 | +$500 |
| Servicing | $1,750 | $2,750 | −$1,000 |
| Depreciation | $31,495 | $17,196 | +$14,299 |
| Total (5 yrs) | $46,063 | $41,746 | $4,317 |
Which is cheaper to run?
Over 5 years of average Australian driving (15,000 km/year in NSW), the Toyota Camry Ascent 2.5 costs $41,746 to own and run, against $46,063 for the Kia Niro EV. That is a $4,317 difference — about $863 a year, or $72 a month.
The single biggest swing is depreciation: across 5 years the gap is $14,299. Energy is where electric cars usually win — charging at home (especially on solar or off-peak rates) costs a fraction of petrol per kilometre — while the Kia Niro EV's higher purchase price can narrow the gap through depreciation.
Estimates use average NSW electricity and fuel prices, typical insurance and servicing for this segment, and a 5-year depreciation model. Your numbers will vary with tariffs, driving style and resale values — use the calculator above for a tailored figure.
FAQ
- Is the Kia Niro EV cheaper to run than the Toyota Camry Ascent 2.5?
- Over 5 years at 15,000 km/year in NSW, the Kia Niro EV costs $46,063 versus $41,746 for the Toyota Camry Ascent 2.5. The Toyota Camry Ascent 2.5 is $4,317 cheaper overall, driven mainly by depreciation.
- How much does it cost to run the Kia Niro EV per year in Australia?
- Around $9,213 per year ($1/km), covering energy, registration, insurance, servicing and depreciation at 15,000 km/year in NSW.
- How much can I save switching from the Kia Niro EV to the Toyota Camry Ascent 2.5?
- About $4,317 over 5 years — roughly $863 per year. Use the calculator above to adjust the state, annual distance and charging mix for your situation.