Tesla Model Y vs Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid: 5-year cost to own (UK)
Over 5 years in the UK (12,000 mi/yr), as of July 1, 2026, the Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid stays the cheaper car to own — about £37,040 vs £49,811 for the Tesla Model Y, a £12,771 difference over 5 years. The UK Electric Car Grant is shown separately, not in these totals.
UK Electric Car Grant: up to £3,750 off the price of an eligible new EV (RRP ≤ £37,000, applied by the dealer). Shown for reference; not included in the totals above. Source: GOV.UK Electric Car Grant.
Cheaper to own over 5 years · UKKia Sportage 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid · £37,040 total · £12,771 less than the Tesla Model Y
Tesla Model Y vs Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid — where the money goes
| Cost component | Electric · Tesla Model Y | Hybrid · Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDi |
|---|---|---|
| Depreciation (estimated) | £30,374 (61%) | £17,213 (46%) |
| Charging / fuel | £5,508 (11%) | £8,294 (22%) |
| ↳ of which charging loss | 12% (~£661) | — |
| Maintenance | £1,500 (3%) | £1,998 (5%) |
| Insurance | £2,780 (6%) | £2,625 (7%) |
| Financing interest | £8,649 (17%) | £5,910 (16%) |
| Registration & fees | £1,000 (2%) | £1,000 (3%) |
| Total cost of ownership | £49,811 | £37,040 |
When does the Tesla Model Y win?
Even at high mileage or a long hold, the Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid stays cheaper here — its lower price and slower depreciation dominate. The Tesla Model Y is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost.
Tesla Model Y vs Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid, side by side
Tesla Model Y
- 5-yr total cost
- £49,811
- Cost / month
- £830
- Cost / mile
- £0.83
- RRP
- £48,990
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Efficiency
- 23.8 kWh/100mi
Kia Sportage 1.6 T-GDi Hybrid
- 5-yr total cost
- £37,040
- Cost / month
- £617
- Cost / mile
- £0.62
- RRP
- £34,425
- Powertrain
- Hybrid
- Efficiency
- 50.4 mpg
- UK electricity
- 26.11p/kWh Ofgem
- UK petrol
- £1.53/litre GOV.UK