Electric mobility has been asserting itself as an increasingly viable alternative in Portugal, the result not only of the growing concern with the environment, but also of economic reasons that arouse the interest of those who seek to save in everyday life. The Association of Electric Vehicle Users (UVE) has followed this evolution, disclosing monthly detailed comparisons between the costs of electric vehicles and combustion vehicles. Find out the average cost to walk 100 km, both in an electric car and in a combustion vehicle.
Differences that are noted in the pocket
According to the latest data from UVE, cited by, the cost to travel 100 kilometers with an electric car varies according to the type of charging used. If done at home during the economic time of a bi-hourly tariff, the value is around 2.11 euros.
Already with simple fare, also in a domestic environment, the cost rises to 3.19 euros. When loading is done on the public road, this amount increases considerably, being 7.88 euros.
The most common scenario among drivers
Given an average scenario in Portugal, where 75% of shipments are made at home and the remaining 25% on the public road, the final cost for every 100 kilometers with an electric vehicle is in the 3.55 euros. This combination translates into a clear savings in the face of conventional vehicles.
By comparison, gasoline vehicles imply a cost of 9.83 euros for every 100 kilometers, while diesel cars are 7.60 euros, the same source says. Even with increases in electrical rates, the difference is clear and favors those who bet on electric mobility.
More than fuel: incentives and advantages
The benefits of having an electric car go beyond shipping savings. There is exemption from IUC and ISV, access to reduced emissions zones and free parking in some cities.
These are measures aimed at promoting the adoption of these vehicles and reducing environmental footprint in urban areas.
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It is not enough to compare prices
Still, there are other aspects that deserve attention, according to news to the minute. Purchase price, vehicle autonomy, loading time and availability of posts are factors that influence the decision. Each conductor must realistically consider their needs and travel habits.
Practical help to do accounts
For those who are considering the transition, UVE offers a tool on its site that simulates the costs associated with electric vehicles, adjusting the values according to the charging habits and the chosen rates. This functionality allows you to do accounts based on the reality of each user.
Electric mobility shows clear advantages in operating costs, especially with home loads. However, it is essential to analyze the decision calmly, considering all the elements involved. Saving is important, but must be compatible with the reality of each person.
Portugal and the electric cars
Portugal has been highlighted at the European level in the adoption of electric vehicles, but there is a curious fact that few know: Lisbon was the first European capital to have a 100% interperoperable public loading network, through the Mobi.E platform, says. This means that any driver can use network charging posts, regardless of the power supplier or the management company, something that many European countries are still trying to implement full.
This interoperability was a decisive step in making the electric charging simpler and more affordable, encouraging consumers to transition. The early and structured bet in this technology allowed that, by 2025, Portugal would record more than 19 thousand new 100% electric vehicle enrollment in the first quarter of the year.
Electric mobility here not only advances it quickly but, in certain aspects, leads the European platoon.
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