EV cost per 100 km vs gas
In every province we checked, charging at home costs a fraction of gas. In Quebec, 100 km costs about $1.27, against almost $15 in gas.
Checked 24 Oct 2026
Gas car
An 8 L/100 km car at 184.3¢/L (Statistics Canada, September 2026) costs $14.74 per 100 km.
EV
See the numbers
| Rate | Per 100 km |
|---|---|
| Québec, Hydro-Québec Rate D (first block) (7.065¢) | $1.27 |
| BC Hydro step 1 (11.87¢) | $2.14 |
| Ontario Ultra-Low Overnight, off-peak (from Nov 1, 2026) (3.7¢) | $0.67 |
Energy prices only: Hydro-Québec, BC Hydro, OEB.
Break-even
The EV matches the gas car only at about 82¢/kWh. Expect higher consumption in winter (see winter range).
About sales tax
Canadian prices on this page are shown as published. Pump prices include fuel taxes and GST/HST; electricity rates are usually quoted before GST, HST or PST, which vary by province (5% GST up to 15% HST), so we don't split them out. Check your bill or the charger app for the tax that applies to you.
Sources and dates
- Average retail price regular gasoline, Canada (Statistics Canada 18-10-0001-01): www150.statcan.gc.ca (Sep 2026; checked 24 Oct 2026)
- Hydro-Québec Rate D: first block / above: www.hydroquebec.com (from 1 Apr 2026; checked 24 Oct 2026)
- BC Hydro residential step 1 / step 2: www.bchydro.com (from 1 Apr 2026; checked 24 Oct 2026)
- Ontario RPP Ultra-Low Overnight off-peak / on-peak: www.oeb.ca (from 1 Nov 2026; checked 24 Oct 2026)
Compare public charger prices: Prices change, check before you charge. The price shown in the operator’s app or on the charger is the one you pay.