BMW i5 eDrive40 in Utah
Home charging at 11.18¢/kWh (EIA). 32 kWh per 100 miles (EPA combined). Public DC fast: 38¢/kWh avg.
EV vs gas car — annual fuel cost
The BMW i5 eDrive40 at home rates compared against a typical 28-mpg gas car and a 40-mpg hybrid at the Utah fuel price ($3.30/gal).
| Annual mileage | BMW i5 eDrive40 (home) | 28-mpg gas | 40-mpg hybrid | EV savings vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6,000 mi | $215 | $707 | $495 | $492 |
| 10,000 mi | $358 | $1179 | $825 | $821 |
| 12,000 mi | $429 | $1414 | $990 | $985 |
| 15,000 mi | $537 | $1768 | $1238 | $1231 |
| 20,000 mi | $716 | $2357 | $1650 | $1642 |
Home vs public DC fast charging
Home charging is the default cost optimization. Public DC fast charging in Utah runs about 3.4× the home rate. For 12,000 miles/yr entirely on DC fast, annual fuel cost would be $1459 vs $429 at home — a $1030 penalty. Apartment dwellers and road-trippers should price this in; daily commuters with home Level 2 can usually ignore public chargers.
DC fast rate is a network average (Electrify America + EVgo + Tesla Supercharger + ChargePoint). Real prices vary by location, time of day, and membership tier.
EV incentives in Utah
Utah does not currently run a state-level EV purchase rebate. Federal Section 30D credit of $7,500 still applies for qualifying vehicles (US-assembled with sourced battery components, MSRP cap, household income cap). Check the EV tax credit eligibility list for your vehicle. Some utilities offer charger installation rebates — check with your local utility.
Same vehicle in neighboring states
How BMW i5 eDrive40 cost compares in Utah's contiguous neighbors. Relevant for cross-border driving and relocation decisions.
| State | Electricity | Gas | EV / 100mi | Saves vs gas |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah (current) | 11.18¢ | $3.30 | $3.58 | $8.21 |
| Wyoming | 11.16¢ | $3.20 | $3.57 | $7.86 |
| Idaho | 11.59¢ | $3.45 | $3.71 | $8.61 |
| New Mexico | 13.92¢ | $3.10 | $4.45 | $6.62 |
| Arizona | 14.92¢ | $3.40 | $4.77 | $7.37 |
| Colorado | 14.94¢ | $3.20 | $4.78 | $6.65 |
| Nevada | 16.04¢ | $3.85 | $5.13 | $8.62 |
Vehicle specs
- EPA combined efficiency: 32 kWh/100 miles
- EPA range: 295 miles
- Make / model: BMW i5
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Common questions
- How much does it cost to charge a BMW i5 eDrive40 at home in Utah?
- About $3.58 per 100 miles at the Utah residential electricity rate of 11.18¢/kWh (EIA). For comparison, a 28-mpg gas car at local gas prices costs $11.79 per 100 miles. Annual savings at 12,000 miles: ~$985.
- Home charging vs public DC fast charging — what's the difference in Utah?
- Public DC fast charging in Utah averages ~38¢/kWh — that's 3.4× home rates. A 100-mile session costs roughly $12.16 at public chargers vs $3.58 at home. For daily commuting, home charging pays off. Public fast charging is for road trips and apartment dwellers without home charging access.
- Are there EV incentives in Utah?
- Utah does not currently run a state-level EV purchase rebate. The federal Section 30D tax credit ($7,500) still applies for qualifying vehicles, and your utility may run separate charger-installation rebates.
- Does winter weather affect charging cost in Utah?
- Yes — cold weather can reduce EV efficiency by 15-30% (battery + heater draw). The numbers above use EPA combined ratings; budget +20% for sustained sub-freezing temps. Winter range drop is most pronounced for northern states.
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