How the Electric Car Market Has Changed: Range Increased, Cost per Kilometer Dropped
The range of electric cars has become more affordable. Today, drivers can "buy" more kilometers of declared range for the same amount of money than a few years ago. The lowest cost per kilometer of range in Norway has dropped from 876 NOK to 707 NOK.
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The Norwegian Automobile Federation (NAF) compared cars that participated in the large NAF and 'Motor' electric car test. The calculation was based on the purchase price of the car and the declared WLTP range. The organization points out that since the beginning of 2020, the average range has increased by about 200 km.
EVs Offer More Kilometers for the Same Money. New NAF Calculations
In 2020, the most cost-effective model in the ranking was the Seat Mii Electric. The car had a declared range of 258 km. The price, adjusted for inflation, was 226,077 NOK. This meant 876 NOK per kilometer of range.
– Even after tax increases, the price per kilometer of range is falling – says Nils Sødal, responsible for communications at NAF. – Now, as electric cars are selling well internationally and technology is advancing, the price per range will drop even further – he continues.
In the summer 2026 test, the lowest result was achieved by the Toyota C-HR+. This model offers a WLTP range of 607 km. The car costs 429,000 NOK. The cost per kilometer of range is 707 NOK.
– Even after tax increases, the price per kilometer of range is falling – says Nils Sødal, responsible for communications at NAF. – Now, as electric cars are selling well internationally and technology is advancing, the price per range will drop even further – he continues.
In the summer 2026 test, the lowest result was achieved by the Toyota C-HR+. This model offers a WLTP range of 607 km. The car costs 429,000 NOK. The cost per kilometer of range is 707 NOK.
In 2026, the most cost-effective model turned out to be the Toyota.Photo: MN
More Kilometers for Less Money. Here’s How Things Have Changed
NAF points out that over six years, batteries have become larger. The number of available models has also increased. In 2020, electric cars in Norway were exempt from VAT and purchase fees. Despite later tax changes, the price per kilometer of range has dropped.
In the 2026 ranking, behind the Toyota C-HR+ was the Dongfeng VIGO. This model has a declared range of 340 km and costs 259,900 NOK. The price per kilometer is 764 NOK. The next places are occupied by the BYD Atto EVO, Mazda 6e, and Kia EV4.
In the 2026 ranking, behind the Toyota C-HR+ was the Dongfeng VIGO. This model has a declared range of 340 km and costs 259,900 NOK. The price per kilometer is 764 NOK. The next places are occupied by the BYD Atto EVO, Mazda 6e, and Kia EV4.
The summer edition of El Prix kicks off in the first week of June. NAF describes it as the world's largest test of electric car range and charging. On Wednesday, June 3, 24 cars will hit the road. The next day, charging will be tested.
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