Kia EV6 Wind vs Toyota RAV4 LE (gas): 5-year cost to own in North Carolina

Q: Is the Kia EV6 Wind or the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) cheaper to own over 5 years in North Carolina?

The Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $39,673 vs $55,784 for the Kia EV6 Wind, a $16,111 difference over 5 years.

Q: How much more does the Kia EV6 Wind cost to buy than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

The Kia EV6 Wind starts at $43,000 — $13,000 more than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) ($30,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $16,111 in favor of the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas).

Q: Which costs less per mile — the Kia EV6 Wind or the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

The Toyota RAV4 LE (gas): $0.66 vs $0.93 per mile all-in ($661 vs $930 per month) in North Carolina.

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 North Carolina, the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $39,673 vs $55,784 for the Kia EV6 Wind, a $16,111 difference over 5 years. North Carolina's electricity (16.3¢/kWh, 14% below the U.S. average) and $3.52/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 · North CarolinaToyota RAV4 LE (gas) · $39,673 total · $16,111 less than the Kia EV6 Wind

Kia EV6 Wind 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 · Kia EV6 Wind	Gas · Toyota RAV4 LE
Depreciation (estimated)	$25,370 (45%)	$10,800 (27%)
Charging / fuel	$4,177 (7%)	$7,044 (18%)
↳ of which charging loss	12% (~$501)	—
Maintenance	$3,660 (7%)	$5,520 (14%)
Insurance	$13,750 (25%)	$11,000 (28%)
Financing interest	$7,523 (13%)	$5,078 (13%)
Registration & fees	$1,304 (2%)	$231 (1%)
Total cost of ownership	$55,784	$39,673

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 Kia EV6 Wind 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 Kia EV6 Wind is the pick mainly for reasons beyond 5-year cost (performance, emissions, HOV access, home-charging convenience).

Kia EV6 Wind vs Toyota RAV4 LE (gas), side by side

Electric

Kia EV6 Wind

5-yr total cost: $55,784
Cost / month: $930
Cost / mile: $0.93
MSRP: $43,000
Powertrain: Electric
Efficiency: 29 kWh/100mi

Gas Lower 5-yr cost

Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)

5-yr total cost: $39,673
Cost / month: $661
Cost / mile: $0.66
MSRP: $30,000
Powertrain: Gas
Efficiency: 30 mpg

North Carolina electricity: 16.3¢/kWh EIA
Gas price (North Carolina): $3.52/gal AAA

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FAQ

Is the Kia EV6 Wind or the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) cheaper to own over 5 years in North Carolina?

The Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) stays the cheaper car to own — about $39,673 vs $55,784 for the Kia EV6 Wind, a $16,111 difference over 5 years.

When does the Kia EV6 Wind become cheaper than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

How much more does the Kia EV6 Wind cost to buy than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

The Kia EV6 Wind starts at $43,000 — $13,000 more than the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas) ($30,000). Over 5 years the ownership gap is $16,111 in favor of the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas).

Which costs less per mile — the Kia EV6 Wind or the Toyota RAV4 LE (gas)?

The Toyota RAV4 LE (gas): $0.66 vs $0.93 per mile all-in ($661 vs $930 per month) in North Carolina.