Charging Costs
Cost to Charge Tesla Model Y in Hungary
Updated March 2026
The Tesla Model Y carries a 75 kWh battery and consumes around 165 Wh/km, which is reasonable for an SUV of its size. That larger battery means slightly higher charging costs per full charge compared to the Model 3, but the range of 455 km means fewer charging stops. Based on what our users tell us, optimizing when and where you charge makes the biggest difference. In Hungary, average home electricity costs around €0.12/kWh and DC fast charging averages €0.55/kWh. These are estimates. Always check your vehicle's manual for exact specifications.
Charging costs vary significantly depending on your electricity tariff, time of day, charging network, subscription, and location. The numbers below are estimates based on average prices in Hungary and may not reflect what you actually pay. Always check your network's app for current pricing.
Home charging
€1.78
per 100 km
Public AC
€4.88
per 100 km
DC fast charging
€8.14
per 100 km
Detailed Breakdown
| Home | Public AC | DC Fast | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per kWh | €0.12 | €0.33 | €0.55 |
| Cost per 100 km | €1.78 | €4.88 | €8.14 |
| Full charge (0-100%) | €9.00 | - | €41.25 |
| Monthly (1,250 km) | €22 | - | €102 |
Compared to Petrol
- Tesla Model Y (home charging)
- €1.78 / 100 km
- Comparable petrol car (7 L/100 km)
- €11.90 / 100 km
- Estimated annual savings (15,000 km/year)
- €1519
Based on approximate average fuel and electricity prices. Actual savings depend on your tariff, driving patterns, and fuel costs.
Tips to Reduce Charging Costs
- Charge at home overnight to take full advantage of lower electricity rates. The Model Y's 75 kWh battery benefits more from cheap home charging than smaller batteries, since each full charge represents more energy purchased.
- Use the Model Y's built-in scheduled departure feature to finish charging right before you leave. This also preconditions the battery, reducing energy waste from a cold start.
- At DC fast chargers, the Model Y can pull up to 250 kW, but that peak speed only lasts briefly. Unplug at 80% to avoid the slow and expensive trickle above that point.
- If you have access to Tesla Superchargers and third-party networks, compare per-kWh pricing before plugging in. The Model Y works with both, and pricing varies widely between networks.
- Drive in Chill mode for daily commuting. The Model Y's instant torque is fun, but aggressive acceleration increases consumption well above 165 Wh/km, raising your cost per kilometer.
For most Model Y drivers, home charging handles the daily commute at the lowest cost. Set your charge limit to 80% for daily use and only charge to 100% before long trips. Relying on public fast chargers for everyday charging is significantly more expensive and should be a backup, not the default.
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