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Cost of charging an electric scooter or electric bicycle

A common question for those thinking of buying an electric scooter or e-bike is: how much does it cost to charge them? With rising electricity prices, many want to know how economical it is to use an electric vehicle. In this article we go through how you can calculate the cost of charging your electric scooter or e-bike and give some examples to clarify.

How do you calculate the charging cost?

To calculate the cost of charging a battery, you need to know some basic factors:

  1. Battery capacity : Measured in kilowatt hours (kWh). This is the amount of energy that the battery can store. The battery capacity of electric scooters and e-bikes varies depending on the model, but is usually between 0.2 and 1 kWh.

  2. Electricity price : The cost per kWh, which you can find on your electricity bill. Prices vary, but let's assume the average price is SEK 2 per kWh (may vary depending on where you live and your electricity supplier).

Example of calculation

Let's take an example with an electric scooter with a battery capacity of 0.5 kWh and an electric bike with a larger battery of 0.8 kWh.

1. Electric scooter:

Battery capacity: 0.5 kWh
Electricity price: SEK 2 per kWh

The formula for calculating the cost becomes:

Cost = Battery capacity (kWh) x Electricity price (kr/kWh)

Cost = 0.5 kWh x SEK 2/kWh = SEK 1

It therefore costs approximately SEK 1 to charge your electric scooter from an empty to a full battery.

2. Electric bicycle:

Battery capacity: 0.8 kWh
Electricity price: SEK 2 per kWh

Cost = 0.8 kWh x SEK 2/kWh = SEK 1.6

It costs approximately SEK 1.60 to fully charge your electric bike.

How far can you drive on a full charge?

Electric scooters and e-bikes have different ranges depending on battery capacity, terrain, weather and rider weight. Generally speaking, an electric scooter and e-bikes can travel between 30-100 km on a full charge.

Example of cost per kilometer

To understand how much it costs to drive per kilometer, we can divide the cost of a full charge by the range.

Electric scooter:
  • Cost of charging: SEK 1
  • Range: 25 km

Cost per kilometer = SEK 1 / 25 km = SEK 0.04/km

It therefore costs 4 öre per kilometer to drive an electric scooter.

Electric bike:
  • Cost of charging: SEK 1.6
  • Range: 70 km

Cost per kilometer = SEK 1.6 / 70 km = SEK 0.023/km

It thus costs approximately 2.3 öre per kilometer to drive an electric bicycle.

Factors affecting charging cost

It's important to remember that several factors can affect both your actual charging cost and your range:

  1. Battery age : An older battery may not hold as much charge as a new one, meaning you need to charge it more often.

  2. Driving style and terrain : If you drive on hilly terrain or drive fast and often accelerate, the battery will drain faster.

  3. Temperature : Colder temperatures can affect battery efficiency and require you to charge more often.

  4. Electricity prices : The price of electricity can vary, so if electricity prices increase, so will your charging cost.

Conclusion

Charging an electric scooter or e-bike is significantly cheaper than driving a gasoline-powered car, making these vehicles both an economical and environmentally friendly alternative for commuting. With a typical cost of just a few kroner per charge, you can travel long distances without emptying your wallet.

Want to learn more about electric scooters and e-bikes? Check out our product catalog and blog at wheelyshop.se for more tips on how to maximize your battery life and make smart purchases!

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