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How much does it cost to charge a Tesla in Australia in 2026?
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Increasing petrol prices, continual investment into Australia’s public EV charging infrastructure, and a view towards the future are three very good reasons why EV vehicles now account for 13.1% 1 of all new passenger vehicles sold in Australia.
The Tesla Model Y sits comfortably at the top of Australia’s EV sales charts, notching 22,239 2 sales in 2025. It was a slightly different story for the Tesla 3 which saw a 66% drop to record sales of 6,639, but it still sits in third place of EV models sold in Australia. For would-be Tesla owners, the question of how much it costs to charge a Tesla in Australia is a key consideration.
From affordable at-home charging options which can be completely subsidised by solar, to public EV charging stations, and the pricier Tesla Superchargers, we break down exactly how much it costs to charge a Tesla in Australia in 2026.
How much does it cost to charge a Tesla in Australia?
The average cost to charge a Tesla in Australia in 2026 can range from $17.25 for the 57.5 kWh Model 3 and Model Y Models when charging at home, up to $52.50 for 75 kWh batteries when using a Tesla Supercharger.
The exact cost to charge your Tesla in Australia will depend on the size of the battery in your Tesla and where you charge it.
In addition to charging costs, it’s worth considering the length of time to charge a Tesla, as it may be worth paying more for faster and more convenient charging.
Summary of Tesla charging costs
| Charge type | Tesla model | Battery size | Cost (30c / kWh) |
|---|---|---|---|
| At home | Model 3 | 57.5 kWh | $17.25 |
| At home | Model Y | 75 kWh | $22.50 |
| Public station | Model 3 | 57.5 kWh | $28.90 |
| Public station | Model Y | 75 kWh | $33.75 |
| Fast charger | Model 3 | 57.5 kWh | $40.25 |
| Fast charger | Model Y | 75 kWh | $52.50 |
Charging methods
There are three charging methods available in Australia for Tesla cars:
- Home charging
- Public station charging
- Tesla Supercharger (fast charging)
The cost to charge per kWh typically varies for each method as shown in the table below:
| Charge type | Cost per kWh |
|---|---|
| Home charger | $0.30 |
| Public station | $0.45 |
| Tesla Supercharger | $0.70 |
Cost to charge a Tesla at home
Charging a Tesla at home is the cheapest way to charge your Tesla in Australia.
The cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 or Model Y Rear Wheel Drive with the 57.5 kWh battery at home is $17.25 at a grid rate of 30c / kWh. For the Long Range and Performance variants of the Model 3 and Model Y with the 75 kWh battery pack, the cost increases to $22.50 at the same rate. These figures are in line with the average cost to charge an electric car, which currently is around $21.27 for an at-home charge.
These at-home Tesla charging costs are calculated on a standard 30c / kWh average rate. Individual electricity rates and whether or not you have solar power can significantly reduce or even eliminate the costs during daylight hours. Charging your Tesla vehicle during the day is a great way to use excess solar. On average, only an extra 1.5kW of solar panels is needed to charge an EV with solar.
Home charge
| Model | Model year | Battery size (Usable capacity) | 0-100% Charge cost* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive | 2025 | 57.5 kWh | $17.25 |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 2025 | 75 kWh | $22.50 |
| Tesla Model 3 Performance | 2025 | 75 kWh | $22.50 |
| Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive | 2025 | 57.5 kWh | $17.25 |
| Tesla Model Y Long Range | 2025 | 75 kWh | $22.50 |
| Tesla Model Y Performance | 2025 | 75 kWh | $22.50 |
* Figures calculated on 30c per kWh
Sources:
1 EV sales statistics 2025 – Solar Calculator
2 EV Sales by brand – The Driven
Cost to charge a Tesla on a public charger
Australia’s public EV charger network is growing rapidly. In 2026, it is estimated Australia has 1,272 fast charging stations3. Similar to Tesla Superchargers, DC EV charging stations offer significantly faster charging speeds, ranging from 75 kW to 350 kW. In comparison, conventional AC residential chargers and standard public charging stations typically charge at a rate of 7 kW to 22 kW.
Using an average figure of 45c / kWh for public chargers in Australia (Expect to pay more for high-speed DC chargers), the cost to charge an RWD Model 3 or Model Y is out to $28.90, while the cost to charge the larger 75 kWh battery in the Long Range and Performance variants costs $33.75 as of 2026.
Public charger
| Model | Model year | Battery size (Usable capacity) | Cost 0-100% Charge cost* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive | 2025 | 57.5 kWh | $28.90 |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 2025 | 75 kWh | $33.75 |
| Tesla Model 3 Performance | 2025 | 75 kWh | $33.75 |
| Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive | 2025 | 57.5 kWh | $28.90 |
| Tesla Model Y Long Range | 2025 | 75 kWh | $33.75 |
| Tesla Model Y Performance | 2025 | 75 kWh | $33.75 |
* Figures calculated using a 45c per kWh rate
Sources:
3 State of EVs 2025 – Electric Vehicle Council
Cost to charge a Tesla at a Tesla Supercharger station
A Tesla Supercharger is the fastest and most expensive way to charge a Tesla in Australia.
Capable of delivering up to 250kW of power from the DC charger, Tesla’s Superchargers are intended for EV owners in need of a quick top-up on the road.
As of 2026, Australia is home to over 119 Supercharger stations 4 – a number that dwarfs in comparison to the United States where there are an estimated 2,967 Supercharger stations 5.
Tesla’s variable supercharger pricing sits at around 70c per kWh but is subject to change based on location and demand. For the 57.5 kWh battery found in the Tesla Model 3 and Model Y, charging from 0-100% can take around 20-30 minutes and cost $40.25 based on 70c / kWh pricing.
Charging costs for the larger 75 kWh battery found in the Model 3 and Model Y Long Range and Performance variants using a Tesla Supercharger takes around 30-40 min and costs $52.50.
Tesla Supercharger
| Model | Model year | Battery size (Usable capacity) | Cost 0-100% Charge cost* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 Rear-Wheel Drive | 2025 | 57.5 kWh | $40.25 |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 2025 | 75 kWh | $52.50 |
| Tesla Model 3 Performance | 2025 | 75 kWh | $52.50 |
| Tesla Model Y Rear-Wheel Drive | 2025 | 57.5 kWh | $40.25 |
| Tesla Model Y Long Range | 2025 | 75 kWh | $52.50 |
| Tesla Model Y Performance | 2025 | 75 kWh | $52.50 |
* Figures calculated on 70c per kWh
Sources:
4 Tesla opens largest Supercharger station in NSW – Car Expert
5 Tesla Supercharger stations – The Motley Fool
Tesla charging costs vs. petrol powered – which is cheaper in 2026?
| Model | Year | Battery (kWh) | Range (km) | Est. RWR | At-home | Public | Supercharger |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 RWD | 2025 | 57.5 | 513 | 410.4 | $17.25 | $28.90 | $40.25 |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | 2025 | 75 | 629 | 503.2 | $22.50 | $33.75 | $52.50 |
| Tesla Model 3 Performance | 2025 | 75 | 528 | 422.4 | $22.50 | $33.75 | $52.50 |
| Tesla Model Y RWD | 2025 | 57.5 | 455 | 364 | $17.25 | $28.90 | $40.25 |
| Tesla Model Y Long Range | 2025 | 75 | 533 | 426.4 | $22.50 | $33.75 | $52.50 |
| Tesla Model Y Performance | 2025 | 75 | 514 | 411.2 | $22.50 | $33.75 | $52.50 |
Notes and calculation assumptions
At-home cost: Based on $0.30 / kWh.
Public cost: Based on $0.45 / kWh.
Supercharger cost: Based on $0.70 / kWh.
Estimated real world range figures: Calculated at a conservative 80% of quoted WLTP figures based on WLTP to real world data. It’s important to remember that weather conditions, driving, style, and terrain all play an important role in actual range.
Tesla Model Y comparable ICE vehicle/s
Model: 2025 Mazda CX-5 G35 GT SP: 8.2L / 100km (combined)
Cost per 100km: $16.47
Model: 2025 Toyota RAV4 Cruiser Hybrid: 5.0L / 100km (combined)
Cost per 100km: $10.04
Tesla Model 3 comparable ICE vehicle/s
Model: 2025 BMW 3 Series 330i M Sport 2.0L: 6.5L/100km (combined)
Cost per 100km: $13.05
Model: 2025 Toyota Camry SX: 4.7L / 100km (combined)
Cost per 100km: $9.44
Note: Cost to travel 100km is calculated based on an average retail petrol price in Sydney, Australia, was 200.8 cents per litre in Q2 2024.
Tesla cost per 100km comparison based on estimated real world figures (80% WLTP)
| Model | At-home ($/100km) | Public ($/100km) | Supercharger ($/100km) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesla Model 3 RWD | $4.20 | $7.04 | $9.81 |
| Tesla Model 3 Long Range | $4.47 | $6.71 | $10.43 |
| Tesla Model 3 Performance | $5.33 | $7.99 | $12.43 |
| Tesla Model Y RWD | $4.74 | $7.94 | $11.06 |
| Tesla Model Y Long Range | $5.28 | $7.92 | $12.31 |
| Tesla Model Y Performance | $5.47 | $8.21 | $12.77 |
Verdict – cost to charge a Tesla Model 3 vs. Petrol vehicle
Powering a Tesla is still significantly cheaper than a comparable Petrol-powered ICE vehicle using petrol price and electricity price data in Sydney from Q4 2025.
Even when using a conservative 80% estimate of the WLTP figure quoted by Tesla versus the manufacturer combined fuel consumption claim (city and highway), the Tesla was up to 68% cheaper than a comparable petrol-powered vehicle.
Tesla Model Y vs. equivalent petrol vehicle
- The comparison vehicles for the Tesla Model Y, the 2025 Mazda CX-5 G35 GT SP and Toyota RAV4 Cruiser Hybrid cost $16.47 and $10.04 per 100 km, respectively.
- Both comparison vehicles are more expensive to run than a comparable Tesla Model Y RWD which costs only $4.74 at home, $7.94 at public chargers, and $11.06 at superchargers to travel 100km.
- Both the Long Range and Performance variants of the Tesla Model Y are cheaper than their petrol counterparts across all three charging options.
Tesla Model 3 vs. equivalent petrol vehicle
- Comparison vehicles for the Tesla Model 3, the 2025 BMW 3 Series 330i M Sport and Toyota Camry SX cost $13.05 and $9.44 per 100 km, respectively.
- Comparatively, the charging cost is $4.20 at home, $7.04 at public chargers, and $9.81 at superchargers.
written byBy Michael Henderson
