Car Running Cost Calculator – What Does It Really Cost?
The price is only the start. Add up everything it costs to keep a car on the road each year.
Yearly costs
Depreciation
Value lost per year
Finance payment (monthly)
£317 a month
£3,805 a year · 54.4p per mile
Servicing & repairs
£350 / yr
Starting figures are examples - replace them with your own quotes and bills.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the main car running costs?
Fuel or charging, insurance, vehicle tax, servicing and repairs, MOT, tyres, and finance payments if you have them. Depreciation is often the biggest hidden cost.