Tesla Model Y vs Mazda CX-5: Running Costs in Queensland
Data verified April 2025
At this driving profile, the Mazda CX-5 is the more economical choice over 5 years in Queensland.
Running only 15,000 km per year in Queensland, the Tesla Model Y's higher purchase price doesn't fully pay back through lower running costs within 5 years. The Tesla Model Y costs $139,004 in total versus $77,451 for the Mazda CX-5 — a difference of $61,554. The numbers don't reach break-even within this holding period. If you drive significantly more km per year, or if petrol prices rise substantially, this comparison would shift. The Tesla Model Y still avoids around 2,847 kg of CO₂ over the ownership period.
The economics don't stack up at this driving distance — increase annual km or extend the holding period to change the picture.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tesla Model Y cheaper than the Mazda CX-5 over 5 years in Queensland?
At 15,000 km/yr in Queensland the Mazda CX-5 is the cheaper option over 5 years: $77,451 total versus $139,004 for the Tesla Model Y. Use the calculator to adjust for your situation.
Does the Tesla Model Y break even against the Mazda CX-5 in Queensland?
At 15,000 km/yr in Queensland the Tesla Model Y does not fully recover its price premium within a 5-year holding period. Higher annual km or an extended holding period would change this.
How much does it cost to charge the Tesla Model Y vs fuel the Mazda CX-5 per year in Queensland?
At 15,000 km/yr in Queensland, charging the Tesla Model Y costs approximately $834/yr, versus $2,223/yr in petrol for the Mazda CX-5. Queensland's electricity and fuel rates are applied automatically.