🚲 E-bike and e-scooter

How much does it cost to charge an e-bike or e-scooter? Cost per charge

Energy and cost per charge of an e-bike or electric scooter, per month and per year, by battery capacity.

Per charge

0.5 kWh

Cost per charge

$0.09 · £0.13

Per year · 78 kWh

$14 · £20

With 3 times a week, electricity at $0.18/kWh and £0.26/kWh all-in.

A full charge of an e-bike with a 500 Wh battery uses about 0.55 kWh, charger losses included: roughly 15–20 cents. One charge usually covers 50–100 km.

Even commuting every day, a year of electricity costs a few euros/pounds/dollars: the real cost is battery wear, as a battery lasts about 500–1,000 cycles.

Consumption compared

TypeUsagekWh/yearCost/year
E-scooter (350 Wh battery)0.4 kWh / charge62$11 · £16
E-bike (500 Wh battery)0.55 kWh / charge86$15 · £22
Electric mountain bike (750 Wh battery)0.85 kWh / charge133$24 · £34

Yearly cost with 3 times a week.

Work out your cost

Per charge
$0.09
Per month
$1.17
Per year
$14
Energy per year
78 kWh

The price is a typical all-in figure for your country: replace it with yours (bill total ÷ kWh).

How to use less

  • To make the battery last, keep it between 20% and 80% and don’t leave it flat for weeks.
  • Charge at room temperature, not right after a ride in the cold or in hot sun.
  • Use the original charger and unplug it when charging is done.

FAQ

How much does it cost to charge an e-bike or e-scooter?
About 0.5 kWh per charge, from 0.2 kWh to 1.2 kWh depending on model and programme.
How much does it cost per year?
With 3 times a week it uses about 78 kWh a year: about $14 · £20 at $0.18/kWh and £0.26/kWh.
How can I reduce it?
To make the battery last, keep it between 20% and 80% and don’t leave it flat for weeks. Charge at room temperature, not right after a ride in the cold or in hot sun.

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