Electric vehicles are less expensive to fuel than gasoline powered vehicles. The average person drives between {YEARLY_DISTANCE} and {YEARLY_DISTANCE_UPPER} miles and spends between {PETROL_PER_YEAR} and {PETROL_PER_YEAR_UPPER} on gasoline per year. In comparison, the cost of electricity to power Model S over the same distance is up to {TIMES_LOWER} times lower.

We've assumed a fuel economy of {FUEL_ECONOMY} miles per gallon for a comparable gasoline powered car. We've also assumed the national average of {ELECTRICITY_PRICE} per kilowatt-hour for residential electricity (assumed for 100% of charging) and {PETROL_PRICE} per gallon for gasoline over the next six years. Tesla efficiency values are based on Model S Dual Motor All-Wheel Drive.

Comparison gasoline vehicles are selected based on vehicle class, seating capacity and standard features. We use the EPA estimated range standard to compare efficiency data between our cars and a comparable gasoline alternative using each vehicle's combined city/highway MPG and MPGe ratings. Actual range may vary based on factors such as speed, weather conditions and elevation change.

Model S consumption rating = {KWH_CONSUMPTION} kWh/100mi
Comparison car consumption rating = {FUEL_ECONOMY} mpg

References:
We used the most recent gasoline and electricity prices that were available to us through third-party resources on {LAST_UPDATED}.