Tesla Model 2 Running Cost 2026

The Tesla Model 2 running cost is remarkably low compared to petrol cars. At just ₹1.25 per kilometer on home electricity (₹/kWh), it costs ₹1,500 per month for a typical driver covering 40 km daily. An equivalent petrol car would cost ₹8,400/month — that's ₹6,900 in monthly savings.

Beyond fuel, the Tesla Model 2 maintenance cost is significantly lower at ₹15,920 per year. Electric vehicles have no engine oil to change, no spark plugs, fewer brake pad replacements (thanks to regenerative braking), and no exhaust system. A comparable petrol car costs ₹34,825/year in servicing — that's ₹18,905 more annually.

Insurance for the Tesla Model 2 is approximately ₹69,650 per year. While slightly higher than petrol equivalents due to higher vehicle value, the massive fuel and maintenance savings more than compensate. Over 5 years, total running cost savings with the Tesla Model 2 exceed ₹5.09 L.

Additional savings come from government incentives: Section 80EEB provides up to ₹1.5 lakh income tax deduction on EV loan interest, most states waive road tax for EVs, and the PM E-DRIVE scheme offers purchase subsidies. These can save an additional ₹1-3 lakh over the ownership period.