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Volkswagen ID.4 Pro vs Toyota RAV4 LE (gas): 5-year cost to own in New Hampshire

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 New Hampshire, the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $40,349 vs $57,819 for the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro, a $17,470 difference over 5 years. New Hampshire's electricity (27.2¢/kWh, 45% above the U.S. average) and $3.90/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 · New HampshireToyota RAV4 LE (gas) · $40,349 total · $17,470 less than the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro

Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 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 componentElectric · Volkswagen ID.4 ProGas · Toyota RAV4 LE
Depreciation (estimated)$24,636 (43%)$10,800 (27%)
Charging / fuel$8,209 (14%)$7,796 (19%)
↳ of which charging loss12% (~$985)—
Maintenance$3,660 (6%)$5,520 (14%)
Insurance$13,750 (24%)$11,000 (27%)
Financing interest$6,909 (12%)$5,078 (13%)
Registration & fees$655 (1%)$155 (0%)
Total cost of ownership$57,819$40,349

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 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro 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 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost (performance, emissions, HOV access, home-charging convenience).

Volkswagen ID.4 Pro vs Toyota RAV4 LE (gas), side by side

Electric

Volkswagen ID.4 Pro

5-yr total cost
$57,819
Cost / month
$964
Cost / mile
$0.96
MSRP
$39,735
Powertrain
Electric
Efficiency
34 kWh/100mi
Gas Lower 5-yr cost

Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)

5-yr total cost
$40,349
Cost / month
$672
Cost / mile
$0.67
MSRP
$30,000
Powertrain
Gas
Efficiency
30 mpg
New Hampshire electricity
27.2¢/kWh EIA
Gas price (New Hampshire)
$3.90/gal AAA

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FAQ

Is the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro or the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) cheaper to own over 5 years in New Hampshire?

The Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $40,349 vs $57,819 for the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro, a $17,470 difference over 5 years.

When does the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro become cheaper than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

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 Volkswagen ID.4 Pro is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost (performance, emissions, HOV access, home-charging convenience).

How much more does the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro cost to buy than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

The Volkswagen ID.4 Pro starts at $39,735 — $9,735 more than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) ($30,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $17,470 in favor of the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas).

Which costs less per mile — the Volkswagen ID.4 Pro or the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

The Toyota RAV4 LE (gas): $0.67 vs $0.96 per mile all-in ($672 vs $964 per month) in New Hampshire.