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AnswerHow much does it cost to charge an EV at home?
On a cheap overnight EV tariff (~7–9p/kWh) home charging costs under 3p per mile — far less than petrol. On a standard tariff it's around 7p per mile.
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Charging on an off-peak EV tariff is the single biggest way to cut running costs, especially paired with solar or a battery.
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2026 figures, based on Energy Saving Trust, Ofgem & gov.uk data · always confirm with a professional survey.