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Is electric or hybrid driving cheaper than petrol or diesel?

With BYD, the answer is simple: yes, without compromise.

Calculate your savings

Is electric or hybrid driving cheaper than petrol or diesel?

With BYD, the answer is simple: yes, without compromise.

Calculate your savings

Is electric or hybrid driving cheaper than petrol or diesel?

With BYD, the answer is simple: yes, without compromise.

Calculate your savings

Is electric or hybrid driving cheaper than petrol or diesel?

With BYD, the answer is simple: yes, without compromise. Whether you choose a fully electric vehicle or a plug-in hybrid, BYD stands for maximum efficiency, high comfort, and outstanding value for money. You get more technology, more driving comfort, and lower running costs for less.

Thanks to advanced technology and highly efficient powertrains, you drive significantly more efficiently:

  • Lower consumption per 100 km thanks to optimized BYD Blade Battery and motor technology

  • More stable and lower energy costs compared to fuel prices

  • Best-in-class value: premium features without the premium price

  • High driving comfort at no extra cost

With BYD, you simply get more out of every kilometer.

How to calculate your cost per 100 km

Understanding your real driving cost is simpler than you might think. The formula is straightforward:

your consumption per 100 km × the cost of your energy (fuel or electricity)

For example:

  • A petrol or diesel car uses litres per 100 km, multiplied by the price per litre

  • An electric vehicle uses kWh per 100 km, multiplied by your electricity price

This gives you a clear cost per 100 km, making it easy to compare different powertrains on equal footing. Why does this matter? Because once you know your own number, you can directly compare it to alternative options and instantly see where savings are possible.

Calculate your savings

Want to see how this compares to your current car? Use our calculator to easily determine your cost per 100 km, whether you’re driving electric or an ICE vehicle, and discover how much you could potentially save by switching.

Cost per 100 km — Electric

Total driving cost
6.17
per 100 kilometers
Electricity price per kWh31 ct/kWh
Consumption per 100 km19.9 kWh
Calculation: kWh price × consumption per 100 km

Cost per 100 km — BYD DM-i Hybrid

Total driving cost
8.25
per 100 kilometers
⛽ €3.35 fuel
🔋 €4.90 electricity
Price per liter1.863 /L
Electricity price per kWh0.31 /kWh
Fuel consumption1.8 L/100 km
WeightedHybrid drivingEmpty battery
Electric consumption: 15.8 kWh/100 km
Calculation: (price per liter × L/100 km) + (price per kWh × kWh/100 km)

Cost per 100 km — Petrol

Total driving cost
12.11
per 100 kilometers
Price per liter1.863 /liter
Consumption per 100 km6.5 liter
Calculation: price per liter × consumption per 100 km

Save more than just on energy

Lower driving costs don’t stop at energy. With electric driving, you also save significantly on maintenance. Electric vehicles are designed with far fewer moving parts than traditional combustion engines. No oil changes, fewer wear components, and reduced mechanical complexity all mean fewer things can break, resulting in lower maintenance costs over time.

That’s why our electric models, such as the BYD ATTO 3 EVO, have a recommended maintenance interval of just every 2 years, helping you save both time and money.

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Did you know...

BYD is a leader in hybrid and electric vehicles, driven by continuous innovation and the safe Blade Battery technology. Each vehicle comes standard with safety and infotainment features, all at no extra cost, and offers peace of mind with an 8-year battery warranty.

BYD is a leader in hybrid and electric vehicles, driven by continuous innovation and the safe Blade Battery technology. Each vehicle comes standard with safety and infotainment features, all at no extra cost, and offers peace of mind with an 8-year battery warranty.

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