Fleet EV ROI Calculator
Compare the purchase, fuel, and operating costs of electric and gas fleets.
Fleet Details
e.g. Tesla Model 3 / Chevy Bolt
$92,000 saved over 10 years
Fleet of 10 sedan / cars · 200,000 total miles/year · EV fleet pays back in 6.0 years
Annual Cost Breakdown
| Cost Category | Gas Fleet | EV Fleet | Savings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel / Electricity | $22,500 | $6,500 | +$16,000 |
| Maintenance | $18,000 | $10,800 | +$7,200 |
| Total Annual Operating | $40,500 | $17,300 | +$23,200 |
Capital Investment & Payback
Payback period: The higher EV capital cost is recovered in 6.0 years through operational savings. After that, the EV fleet saves $23,200/year indefinitely.
The federal §45W commercial clean vehicle credit ended for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. State, utility, and dealer incentives are not included.
10-Year Total Fleet Cost of Ownership
Cumulative cost including purchase + operational expenses (no residual value)
5-Year Total Cost
10-Year Total Cost
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Fleet EV ROI — Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a commercial fleet save by switching to EVs?
Commercial EV fleets typically save 40–70% on fuel costs and 30–50% on maintenance vs. equivalent gas or diesel vehicles. For a 50-vehicle fleet driving 100 miles/day, annual savings often exceed $200,000.
What federal tax credits are available for fleet EVs?
The federal §45W commercial clean vehicle credit is unavailable for vehicles acquired after September 30, 2025. This calculator does not assume a federal vehicle credit for a current fleet purchase.
What is the typical payback period for fleet electrification?
After federal tax credits, most commercial fleets achieve payback in 2–5 years depending on vehicle type, mileage, local fuel/electricity rates, and available incentives. High-mileage delivery fleets often pay back in under 3 years.
Which vehicle types save the most by going electric?
Delivery vans and cargo vans see the highest ROI because they drive high daily mileage and stop-and-go driving maximizes regenerative braking efficiency. Electric delivery vans like the Rivian EDV can save over $12,000 per vehicle per year vs. diesel alternatives.