EV vs Petrol Comparison

    EV vs Petrol Cost: Yanbu Qurayyat

    How much cheaper is an electric vehicle compared to petrol on this 970 km route? Prices updated March 1, 2026.

    Distance
    970
    km
    Petrol Car
    SAR 176.22
    Gasoline 91 · 12 km/L
    Best EV (home)
    SAR 24.94
    home charging

    Cost Comparison

    One-way energy cost for EV models vs petrol vehicles. Home charging at SAR 0.18/kWh, DC fast at SAR 0.99/kWh.

    VehicleEnergy usedHome chargeDC fastSaving vs car
    BYD Atto 3154.0 kWhSAR 27.71SAR 152.43SAR 148.50 saved
    Tesla Model 3138.6 kWhSAR 24.94SAR 137.19SAR 151.27 saved
    Volvo XC40 Recharge231.0 kWhSAR 41.57SAR 228.64SAR 134.65 saved
    MG4142.6 kWhSAR 25.68SAR 141.22SAR 150.54 saved
    BMW iX3179.6 kWhSAR 32.33SAR 177.83SAR 143.88 saved
    Petrol Car (Gasoline 91)80.8 LSAR 176.22reference
    Petrol Van (Diesel)107.8 LSAR 192.92reference

    DC Fast Charging Time

    Time to recharge the energy used for this 970 km route at DC fast charge speed.

    BYD Atto 3
    1h 55m
    154.0 kWh at 80 kW max
    Tesla Model 3
    49 min
    138.6 kWh at 170 kW max
    Volvo XC40 Recharge
    1h 32m
    231.0 kWh at 150 kW max
    MG4
    1h 13m
    142.6 kWh at 117 kW max
    BMW iX3
    1h 12m
    179.6 kWh at 150 kW max

    Saudi Arabia EV Electricity Rates

    Rates used in the calculations above.

    Home charging
    SAR 0.18
    per kWh
    Home charging assumption
    DC fast charge
    SAR 0.99
    per kWh
    Public DC fast charging assumption

    EV Questions: Yanbu to Qurayyat

    Is an EV cheaper than petrol for Yanbu to Qurayyat?

    Yes, on home charging, the best EV option for this 970 km route costs approximately SAR 24.94, compared to SAR 176.22 for a petrol car on Gasoline 91. That's a saving of SAR 151.27 per one-way trip. DC fast charging is slightly more expensive but still competitive.

    How long does it take to recharge an EV for this route?

    It depends on the EV and charger type. On a DC fast charger, most EVs listed here can replenish the energy used for this route in 10–40 minutes. Home AC charging typically takes several hours for the equivalent energy. See the charging time breakdown in the table above.

    What is the electricity rate for EV charging in Saudi Arabia?

    The home charging rate used here is SAR 0.18/kWh. Public DC fast charging is estimated at SAR 0.99/kWh. Rates may vary by charger operator and subscription plan.

    Which EV is most efficient for highway driving in Saudi Arabia?

    Among the reference models listed here, the Tesla Model 3 achieves approximately 7.0 km/kWh on highway routes, making it one of the most efficient for long-distance travel. Real-world performance may vary with speed, air conditioning, and load.

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