Introduction:
One of the biggest concerns for car buyers in Pakistan is affordability. EVs may seem expensive at first, but what happens when we compare their running costs with petrol cars over time?
Initial Cost:
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EV: Slightly higher (due to imported models)
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Petrol: More variety in low price range
Running Costs Over 1 Year (average use):
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Fuel (Petrol Car): PKR 15,000–20,000/month
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Electricity (EV): PKR 3,000–4,000/month
Maintenance:
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EV: No oil changes, fewer moving parts
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Petrol: Frequent oil/filter changes, spark plugs, etc.
Government Benefits:
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EVs: Lower registration tax, import duty benefits
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Petrol: No such incentives