RealCost UK

Calculate the real cost before you decide

UK car cost calculators and practical guides for fuel, EVs, insurance, maintenance, depreciation, commuting and ownership.

Calculate the cost. Compare the options. Avoid expensive mistakes.

Car ownership cost
Fuel cost
EV vs petrol
Commute cost

What are you trying to work out?

Choose the decision and go straight to the right RealCost tool.

🚗 Buying or owning a car

True monthly cost including depreciation, fuel, insurance, tax, tyres and repairs.

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⛽ Fuel or journey cost

Calculate fuel cost for a known distance, per mile, per year or for a trip.

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🔌 EV, petrol or hybrid

Compare fuel types before choosing the wrong car for your mileage.

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🏢 Driving to work

Work out what your commute costs each week, month and year.

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Core RealCost calculators

Start here for the most useful cost decisions.

Car Cost Calculator UK
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Fuel Cost Calculator UK
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Fuel Cost Per Mile
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Trip Fuel Cost Planner
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EV Charging Cost
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Electric vs Petrol
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Commute Calculator UK
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Car Insurance Cost
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Maintenance Cost
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Depreciation Calculator
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Road Tax Calculator
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Car Rent vs Buy
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Choosing a car?

Use these guides before buying something that looks cheap but is expensive to own.

🏆 Cheapest Cars to Run UK

Start with the broadest low-cost car shortlist.

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🔍 Cheapest Used Cars to Run

Avoid used-car false economy and repair traps.

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🚘 Cheapest First Cars

First-car choices with insurance and running cost in mind.

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👨‍👩‍👧 Family Cars to Run

Family practicality without SUV false economy.

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🏢 Best Cars for Commuting

Choose a car that suits daily driving to work.

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⚠️ Most Expensive Cars

Avoid premium-car ownership traps.

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Compare petrol, hybrid and electric

The cheapest fuel type depends on your mileage, charging access and route.

Cheapest Petrol Cars
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Cheapest Hybrid Cars
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Cheapest Electric Cars
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Petrol vs Hybrid vs Electric
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Calculate the cost

Work out real-world UK running costs before you commit.

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Compare the options

Petrol, hybrid, EV, used cars, commuting and ownership choices.

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Avoid expensive mistakes

Spot hidden costs before a cheap-looking car becomes expensive.