Question 1

How do you calculate EV amortization?

Accepted Answer

Amortization is calculated from the difference in total costs (purchase + annual operating costs) over a defined period. When the cumulative EV costs fall below those of the ICE vehicle, the break-even point is reached.

Question 2

What does a PV system cost for self-supply?

Accepted Answer

A typical PV system for a house (5-10 kWp) costs between €8,000-15,000. With self-consumption, electricity costs drop to nearly €0/kWh, drastically reducing EV operating costs.

Question 3

What annual mileage makes an EV worthwhile?

Accepted Answer

The more kilometers per year, the faster an EV pays for itself. From about 15,000 km/year, an EV is usually clearly economically advantageous – especially with PV electricity.

Cost & Amortization

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