One of the most common questions from prospective EV owners: how much will I pay for charging? The answer depends on three factors — where you charge, how fast, and which operator you use. This guide breaks down all options to help you find the best solution for your budget.
Home charging — the cheapest option
Home charging is by far the most economical. At the average Czech electricity rate of €0.18/kWh (D27d tariff for EVs), a full charge of a 77 kWh battery costs approximately €14. That gives you around 400 km of range — less than €0.04/km. For comparison, a petrol car consuming 6 L/100 km costs around €0.10/km.
A wallbox installation (7–22 kW) costs €600–1,800 including installation. With the D27d two-tariff rate, you get discounted electricity for 20 hours per day. The wallbox pays for itself within 6–12 months compared to public charging.
Public AC charging
Public AC stations (11–22 kW) charge €0.20–0.36/kWh depending on the operator. ČEZ charges €0.26/kWh, E.ON €0.28/kWh, PRE Charge €0.24/kWh. Several retailers (Lidl, Kaufland, IKEA) offer free AC charging — it is part of the shopping experience. AC charging works best for longer parking periods (work, shopping, cinema).
DC fast charging
DC fast chargers (50–350 kW) are the most expensive option but can charge from 20% to 80% in 20–40 minutes. Prices range from €0.36 to €0.56/kWh. Ionity charges €0.55/kWh without a subscription; with Ionity Passport (€12/month) it drops to €0.35/kWh. Tesla Supercharger costs €0.39/kWh for all CCS2 vehicles.
Monthly costs in practice
The average Czech driver covers 1,000 km/month. With an EV consuming 17 kWh/100 km, that is 170 kWh. Home charging costs €31, mixed charging (80% home, 20% DC) approximately €36. The petrol equivalent would be €96. Annual savings: €720–780.
How to save on charging
Charge primarily at home during off-peak hours. On road trips, plan stops at cheaper operators. Get a roaming card (Plugsurfing, Chargemap) which often offers lower prices than direct card payment. Use free charging at supermarkets during regular shopping. Monitor operator promotions — ČEZ and E.ON regularly offer discounted packages for new customers.