Tesla Model Y RWD vs Honda CR-V LX (gas): 5-year cost to own in Alabama

Q: Is the Tesla Model Y RWD or the Honda CR-V LX (gas) cheaper to own over 5 years in Alabama?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $39,749 vs $57,302 for the Tesla Model Y RWD, a $17,553 difference over 5 years.

Q: How much more does the Tesla Model Y RWD cost to buy than the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

The Tesla Model Y RWD starts at $44,990 — $13,990 more than the Honda CR-V LX (gas) ($31,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $17,553 in favor of the Honda CR-V LX (gas).

Q: Which costs less per mile — the Tesla Model Y RWD or the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas): $0.66 vs $0.96 per mile all-in ($662 vs $955 per month) in Alabama.

By the EVCostIQ research desk · reviewed against our public methodology · every source dated on this page

As of July 1, 2026, over 5 years in Alabama, the Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $39,749 vs $57,302 for the Tesla Model Y RWD, a $17,553 difference over 5 years. Alabama's electricity (17.4¢/kWh, 8% below the U.S. average) and $3.46/gal gas are fed straight into both totals. The expired federal $7,500 EV credit is not applied to either total.

Cheaper to own over 5 years · AlabamaHonda CR-V LX (gas) · $39,749 total · $17,553 less than the Tesla Model Y RWD

Tesla Model Y RWD vs Honda CR-V LX (gas) — where the money goes

5-year total cost of ownership by component, by vehicle (USD). Estimates; sources dated in the methodology.
Cost component	Electric · Tesla Model Y RWD	Gas · Honda CR-V LX
Depreciation (estimated)	$26,544 (46%)	$11,470 (29%)
Charging / fuel	$4,321 (8%)	$6,918 (17%)
↳ of which charging loss	12% (~$519)	—
Maintenance	$3,660 (6%)	$4,980 (13%)
Insurance	$13,750 (24%)	$11,000 (28%)
Financing interest	$7,897 (14%)	$5,266 (13%)
Registration & fees	$1,130 (2%)	$115 (0%)
Total cost of ownership	$57,302	$39,749

The charging-loss row is the ~10–15% of electricity lost to AC charging that you pay for but never reaches the battery — we include it; most calculators don't.

When does the Tesla Model Y RWD win?

Even at 30,000+ mi/yr or a 15-year hold, the Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays cheaper here — its lower price and slower depreciation dominate. The Tesla Model Y RWD is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost (performance, emissions, HOV access, home-charging convenience).

Tesla Model Y RWD vs Honda CR-V LX (gas), side by side

Electric

Tesla Model Y RWD

5-yr total cost: $57,302
Cost / month: $955
Cost / mile: $0.96
MSRP: $44,990
Powertrain: Electric
Efficiency: 28 kWh/100mi

Gas Lower 5-yr cost

Honda CR-V LX (gas)

5-yr total cost: $39,749
Cost / month: $662
Cost / mile: $0.66
MSRP: $31,000
Powertrain: Gas
Efficiency: 30 mpg

Alabama electricity: 17.4¢/kWh EIA
Gas price (Alabama): $3.46/gal AAA

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Full cost breakdowns

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FAQ

Is the Tesla Model Y RWD or the Honda CR-V LX (gas) cheaper to own over 5 years in Alabama?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $39,749 vs $57,302 for the Tesla Model Y RWD, a $17,553 difference over 5 years.

When does the Tesla Model Y RWD become cheaper than the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

How much more does the Tesla Model Y RWD cost to buy than the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

The Tesla Model Y RWD starts at $44,990 — $13,990 more than the Honda CR-V LX (gas) ($31,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $17,553 in favor of the Honda CR-V LX (gas).

Which costs less per mile — the Tesla Model Y RWD or the Honda CR-V LX (gas)?

The Honda CR-V LX (gas): $0.66 vs $0.96 per mile all-in ($662 vs $955 per month) in Alabama.