EV Trip Charging

Estimate charging needs for a long drive.

Your numbers

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How EV Trip Charging works

Trip energy is distance divided by full-charge range times battery capacity. Subtract usable starting charge above the reserve, then estimate purchased energy and full-charge stops.

A worked example

These sample values illustrate the calculation. Use your own numbers in the calculator for your result.

Example inputs
Distance (miles)
100
Full-battery range (miles)
250
Usable capacity (kWh)
60
Starting charge (%)
100
Minimum arrival charge (%)
10
Charging price ($/kWh)
0.45
Charging cost on route
$0.00
Estimated stops
0 stops
Trip energy
24 kWh
Energy to buy
0 kWh

Assumptions and limits

Assumes stops recharge to 100%. Weather, speed, elevation and climate control change range. This does not locate chargers or include charging time.

Check lender terms and manufacturer guidance. These estimates do not replace a mechanical inspection.