Tesla Model Y RWD vs Nissan Qashqai e-Power: 5-year cost to own (Ireland)
Over 5 years in Ireland (15,000 km/yr), as of July 1, 2026, the Nissan Qashqai e-Power stays the cheaper car to own — about €39,273 vs €44,354 for the Tesla Model Y RWD, a €5,081 difference over 5 years.
Ireland SEAI grant: up to €3,500 off a new BEV, plus VRT relief (price-capped). Shown for reference; not in the totals above. Source: SEAI.
Cheaper to own over 5 years · IrelandNissan Qashqai e-Power · €39,273 total · €5,081 less than the Tesla Model Y RWD
Tesla Model Y RWD vs Nissan Qashqai e-Power — where the money goes
| Cost component | Electric · Tesla Model Y RWD | Hybrid · Nissan Qashqai e-Power |
|---|---|---|
| Depreciation (estimated) | €26,654 (60%) | €19,000 (48%) |
| Charging / fuel | €4,432 (10%) | €6,588 (17%) |
| ↳ of which charging loss | 12% (~€532) | — |
| Maintenance | €1,748 (4%) | €2,978 (8%) |
| Insurance | €3,400 (8%) | €3,075 (8%) |
| Financing interest | €7,521 (17%) | €6,583 (17%) |
| Registration & fees | €600 (1%) | €1,050 (3%) |
| Total cost of ownership | €44,354 | €39,273 |
When does the Tesla Model Y RWD win?
The Tesla Model Y RWD pulls ahead of the Nissan Qashqai e-Power if you keep it longer than 10 years. Cheaper home charging flips it sooner.
Tesla Model Y RWD vs Nissan Qashqai e-Power, side by side
Electric
Tesla Model Y RWD
- 5-yr total cost
- €44,354
- Cost / month
- €739
- Cost / km
- €0.59
- Starting price
- €42,990
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Efficiency
- 16 kWh/100km
Hybrid
Lower 5-yr cost
Nissan Qashqai e-Power
- 5-yr total cost
- €39,273
- Cost / month
- €655
- Cost / km
- €0.52
- Starting price
- €38,000
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Efficiency
- 4.8 L/100km
- Ireland electricity
- 25.00c/kWh CRU/SEAI
- Petrol (Ireland)
- €1.83/L AA Ireland
FAQ
Is the Tesla Model Y RWD or the Nissan Qashqai e-Power cheaper to own over 5 years in Ireland?
The Nissan Qashqai e-Power stays the cheaper car to own — about €39,273 vs €44,354 for the Tesla Model Y RWD, a €5,081 difference over 5 years.
When does the Tesla Model Y RWD become cheaper than the Nissan Qashqai e-Power?
The Tesla Model Y RWD pulls ahead of the Nissan Qashqai e-Power if you keep it longer than 10 years. Cheaper home charging flips it sooner.
How much more does the Tesla Model Y RWD cost to buy than the Nissan Qashqai e-Power?
The Tesla Model Y RWD starts at €42,990 — €4,990 more than the Nissan Qashqai e-Power (€38,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is €5,081 in favour of the Nissan Qashqai e-Power.
Which costs less per km — the Tesla Model Y RWD or the Nissan Qashqai e-Power?
The Nissan Qashqai e-Power: €0.52 vs €0.59 per km all-in (€655 vs €739 per month).