Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD vs Toyota RAV4 LE (gas): 5-year cost to own in Arkansas

Q: Is the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD or the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) cheaper to own over 5 years in Arkansas?

The Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $39,437 vs $58,378 for the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD, a $18,941 difference over 5 years.

Q: How much more does the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD cost to buy than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD starts at $48,990 — $18,990 more than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) ($30,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $18,941 in favor of the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas).

Q: Which costs less per mile — the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD or the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

The Toyota RAV4 LE (gas): $0.66 vs $0.97 per mile all-in ($657 vs $973 per month) in Arkansas.

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 Arkansas, the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $39,437 vs $58,378 for the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD, a $18,941 difference over 5 years. Arkansas's electricity (14.2¢/kWh, 25% 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 · ArkansasToyota RAV4 LE (gas) · $39,437 total · $18,941 less than the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD

Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD vs Toyota RAV4 LE (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 Long	Gas · Toyota RAV4 LE
Depreciation (estimated)	$27,679 (47%)	$10,800 (27%)
Charging / fuel	$3,514 (6%)	$6,914 (18%)
↳ of which charging loss	12% (~$422)	—
Maintenance	$3,660 (6%)	$5,520 (14%)
Insurance	$13,750 (24%)	$11,000 (28%)
Financing interest	$8,649 (15%)	$5,078 (13%)
Registration & fees	$1,125 (2%)	$125 (0%)
Total cost of ownership	$58,378	$39,437

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 Long Range AWD win?

Even at 30,000+ mi/yr or a 15-year hold, the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) stays cheaper here — its lower price and slower depreciation dominate. The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost (performance, emissions, HOV access, home-charging convenience).

Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD vs Toyota RAV4 LE (gas), side by side

Electric

Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD

5-yr total cost: $58,378
Cost / month: $973
Cost / mile: $0.97
MSRP: $48,990
Powertrain: Electric
Efficiency: 28 kWh/100mi

Gas Lower 5-yr cost

Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)

5-yr total cost: $39,437
Cost / month: $657
Cost / mile: $0.66
MSRP: $30,000
Powertrain: Gas
Efficiency: 30 mpg

Arkansas electricity: 14.2¢/kWh EIA
Gas price (Arkansas): $3.46/gal AAA

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FAQ

Is the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD or the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) cheaper to own over 5 years in Arkansas?

The Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $39,437 vs $58,378 for the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD, a $18,941 difference over 5 years.

When does the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD become cheaper than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

How much more does the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD cost to buy than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

The Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD starts at $48,990 — $18,990 more than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) ($30,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $18,941 in favor of the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas).

Which costs less per mile — the Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD or the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

The Toyota RAV4 LE (gas): $0.66 vs $0.97 per mile all-in ($657 vs $973 per month) in Arkansas.