How much does it cost to run the Tesla Model Y RWD per year in Australia?

Around $9,630 per year, or $1/km, based on 15,000 km/year in NSW. That covers charging, registration, insurance, servicing and depreciation.

How much does it cost to charge the Tesla Model Y RWD?

Energy averages about $514 a year at 15,000 km with a mix of home, solar and public charging. Charging at home overnight (or on solar) is by far the cheapest option.

What is the 5-year running cost of the Tesla Model Y RWD?

About $48,149 over 5 years at 15,000 km/year in NSW, of which roughly $30,330 is depreciation and $2,569 is charging.

Is the Tesla Model Y RWD cheaper to run than the BMW X3 xDrive20i?

Yes — the Tesla Model Y RWD costs about $30,890 less over 5 years than the BMW X3 xDrive20i, mostly from cheaper "fuel" and lower servicing. Use the calculator above to check your state and driving distance.

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Tesla Model Y RWD

From $67,400 driveaway · about $9,630/year to run

Battery: 60.0 kWh
Range (real): ~370 km
Efficiency: 15.5 kWh/100km
Cost per km: $1

Vs the BMW X3 xDrive20i, the Tesla Model Y RWD saves about $30,890 over 5 years ($6,178/year) — cheaper "fuel" and servicing outweigh its higher sticker price.

Annual running cost

$9,630/year

At 15,000 km/year in NSW. 5-year total: $48,149.

Energy (charging)Home + public charging$514

RegistrationState-based, EV rates$500

InsuranceSegment average$2,200

ServicingNo oil changes, fewer parts$350

DepreciationResale value loss$6,066

EVs skip oil changes and have far fewer moving parts, so servicing is typically about $350/year. For typical repair and servicing prices on Australian cars, see AutoRepairCost.

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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.

⚡ Electric vehicle

⛽ Petrol equivalent

Annual distance15,000 km

Ownership period

State / Territory

EV charging mix

Home (grid)70%

Public charger20%

Home solar10%

Total: 100%

Over 5 years, the Tesla Model Y RWD costs $21,900 less than the BMW X3 xDrive20i. That's $365/month in savings.

Electric

Tesla Model Y RWD

CHEAPER

Energy / Fuel: $2,569
Registration: $2,500
Insurance: $11,000
Servicing: $1,750
Depreciation: $30,330

5-Year Total

$48,149

$1/km · $9,630/yr

💰 YOU SAVE $21,900

Petrol

BMW X3 xDrive20i

Energy / Fuel: $14,344
Registration: $2,500
Insurance: $10,000
Servicing: $2,750
Depreciation: $40,455

5-Year Total

$70,049

$1/km · $14,010/yr

5-Year Cost Breakdown

Energy / Fuel

$2,569

PET

$14,344

Registration

$2,500

PET

$2,500

Insurance

$11,000

PET

$10,000

Servicing

$1,750

PET

$2,750

Depreciation

$30,330

PET

$40,455

Compare Tesla Model Y RWD vs BMW X3 xDrive20i in detail See all Tesla running costs

Vs comparable petrol cars

5-year running cost against 3 petrol alternatives, same assumptions.

Vehicle	5-yr cost	Per km	Vs Model Y RWD
⚡ Tesla Model Y RWD	$48,149	$1	—
⛽ BMW X3 xDrive20i	$79,039	$1	+$30,890
⛽ Hyundai Kona 2.0 MPI	$40,166	$1	−$7,983
⛽ Toyota RAV4 GX 2.0	$42,639	$1	−$5,510

Green = the Model Y RWD is cheaper. Tap any petrol car for the full head-to-head.

FAQ

How much does it cost to run the Tesla Model Y RWD per year in Australia?: Around $9,630 per year, or $1/km, based on 15,000 km/year in NSW. That covers charging, registration, insurance, servicing and depreciation.
How much does it cost to charge the Tesla Model Y RWD?: Energy averages about $514 a year at 15,000 km with a mix of home, solar and public charging. Charging at home overnight (or on solar) is by far the cheapest option.
What is the 5-year running cost of the Tesla Model Y RWD?: About $48,149 over 5 years at 15,000 km/year in NSW, of which roughly $30,330 is depreciation and $2,569 is charging.
Is the Tesla Model Y RWD cheaper to run than the BMW X3 xDrive20i?: Yes — the Tesla Model Y RWD costs about $30,890 less over 5 years than the BMW X3 xDrive20i, mostly from cheaper "fuel" and lower servicing. Use the calculator above to check your state and driving distance.