A Tesla enthusiast who owns two of the electric vehicles has disclosed the monthly cost of charging them, describing the expense as ‘significant’.
If you ever reach a point where you’re contemplating owning not just one, but two Teslas, and are curious about the impact on your electricity bill, there’s a YouTuber ready to provide some insights.
Travel Tesla Dad, in his YouTube video, outlines his monthly expenditure for charging his Model Y and Model 3 Teslas.
He mentions that he resides in California and does not utilize solar panels for cheaper electricity. Instead, he is on a plan known as ‘Time of Use’.
The YouTuber typically charges his vehicles between 8:00am and 4:00pm on weekdays or after 9:00pm, benefiting from a rate of 21 cents per kWh. He provides a detailed breakdown of the costs associated with charging his two electric vehicles.
According to Travel Tesla Dad, the total energy consumed for charging both cars amounted to 1,342 kWh.
The bill breakdown shows 213 kWh used during mid-peak hours, 705 kWh in off-peak, and 424 kWh during super off-peak.
This resulted in costs of $105.55 for mid-peak, $141.34 for off-peak, and $85.01 for super off-peak, totaling $331.90.
After adding ‘other credits and charges’ of $36.45, the final amount came to $368.35.
“I could easily tell this is due to my model three,” the YouTuber noted, before providing further details on each vehicle’s energy usage.
He shared a report indicating the Model 3 consumed 428 kWh, costing him $85.
Meanwhile, the Model Y used 463 kWh, with a cost of $45.
Social media users quickly shared their opinions.
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One commenter noted: “Consider that most people spend about $70 per week if not more on gas, this is significantly less expensive. Nice break down, thanks for the vid!”
Another stated: “The app makes it real easy to see the break down. Not only is is cheaper than gas but also way more convenient than stopping at gas stations.”
A third added: “Cost 8.2c/kwh off peak for me. I live in Canada Toronto. Been saving so much gas money with my Tesla.”
Another simply remarked: “If you can afford this magnificent machine, all power to you.”