A preconceived notion about electric cars is beginning to disappear. Contrary to what one might think, their repairs now cost almost as much as those of recent combustion engine cars. New insurance data confirms this trend.
Electric cars are often perceived as more expensive to maintain and repair than thermal models. Their batteries are very expensive, and some fear that the slightest breakdown will result in a hefty bill. However, the latest analyses by insurers show that repair costs for EVs are falling, and that they are approaching those of vehicles with recent gasoline vehicles.
According to a study by Mitchell, a company specializing in auto insurance, the average repair cost for an electric vehicle in 2024 was $6,236 (about 5,730 euros) in the United States. This figure represents a 3% decrease compared to 2023. For comparison, the average cost of a repair on a recent combustion engine car was $6,127 (€5,630), just €100 less. The difference between the two types of engines is therefore insignificant.
Repairing an electric car costs almost as much as a recent combustion engine model
Plug-in hybrids (PHEVs), which combine a combustion engine and a battery, have an average cost of $5,583 (€5,130) per repair, slightly lower than 100% electric cars. As for older thermal vehicles, their average repair cost remains lower, at around $5,066 (€4,650). Despite this slight difference, the trend shows that electric car repairs are becoming more affordable, which could reassure drivers who are still hesitant. The study also reveals that some electric cars are more frequently affected by repairs. The Tesla Model Y is the model that generated the most claims in 2024, with 31.43% of claims recorded on electric cars. It is followed by the Tesla Model 3 (29.86%), then by the Ford Mustang Mach-E, the Tesla Model S and the Tesla Model X. Another notable point: the rate of electric vehicles declared "wrecked" after an accident rose from 8% in 2023 to 10.2% in 2024, which is partly explained by the increase in sales of the latter. Despite These figures confirm that EV repair costs continue to fall, making these vehicles more affordable in the long term.
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