Tesla Model Y vs Toyota RAV4: Running Costs in Queensland
Data verified April 2025
At this driving profile, the Toyota RAV4 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 $86,009 for the Toyota RAV4 — a difference of $52,995. 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 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 Toyota RAV4 over 5 years in Queensland?
At 15,000 km/yr in Queensland the Toyota RAV4 is the cheaper option over 5 years: $86,009 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 Toyota RAV4 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 Toyota RAV4 per year in Queensland?
At 15,000 km/yr in Queensland, charging the Tesla Model Y costs approximately $834/yr, versus $1,375/yr in petrol for the Toyota RAV4. Queensland's electricity and fuel rates are applied automatically.