Drivers who make the switch to an electric car in 2025 will pay almost 30 per cent less to service it over the next five years than petrol, diesel or hybrid vehicle owners.
New data has found that electric vehicles remain "significantly cheaper" to maintain than other vehicle types, despite servicing costs rising in recent years.
Experts have suggested that this is down to fewer moving parts, the lack of oil changes and the general simplicity of an electric vehicle powertrain.
The most detailed analysis shows that in 95 per cent of like-for-like model comparisons, electric cars are cheaper to service than other cars.
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On average, drivers will pay just over £4,000 for servicing their vehicles over five years
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One of the test cases saw a Vauxhall Corsa Electric compared to a standard petrol model. It was 31 per cent cheaper to service over the first three years and 32 per cent cheaper over the next two years.
A similar trend was seen when comparing the all-electric Mini Countryman with the internal combustion engine equivalent, as drivers could see a 22 per cent saving over five years.
The data, from The Car Expert's technical partner, Clear Vehicle Data, found that drivers could save almost £1,700 over five years with an electric car.
In total, it costs £5,709 to service the average petrol, diesel or hybrid model over five years, compared to just £4,022 for an electric car.
Electric vehicles are cheaper to service because they have fewer moving parts
PAStuart Masson, editorial director at The Car Expert, said: "Servicing is often an overlooked part of the total cost of ownership, but it’s an area where electric vehicles continue to deliver a clear and measurable advantage.
"While overall costs have risen slightly across the market, the long-term maintenance savings with EVs remain compelling."
The expert added that it was "vital" for motorists to consider the cost of servicing when deciding which new car to buy, as it can save them thousands of pounds.
The servicing data included in the study included scheduled maintenance, labour, filters, lubricants and other required components.
Tim Hudson, managing director at Clear Vehicle Data, said: "We break down servicing costs by every imaginable vehicle configuration – fuel type, body style, mileage, trim level, and more.
"Our data shows a clear trend: electric vehicles consistently cost less to maintain, and that gap remains significant in 2025.
"With more EV options available than ever before, the case for switching is stronger - particularly when you consider the measurable impact on running costs for both fleet operators and private buyers."
Hudson highlighted how the number of electric models are expanding across every vehicle segment, allowing drivers to choose exactly what suits their needs.
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Electric vehicle owners could save thousands of pounds compared to petrol and diesel drivers
GETTYThe latest data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) found that 20.4 per cent of the total market share is now electric.
While the market share of petrol and diesel vehicles continues to decline, British drivers continue to opt for hybrid, plug-in hybrid and electric vehicles.
