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How Much Does It Cost to Charge a Toyota Electric Car in Perth?
Fuel up at home for less than $25. Here is what it actually costs to charge a Toyota electric car in Perth.
One of the most common questions people ask before switching to an electric vehicle is a simple one: how much does it cost to charge an electric car? The short answer is considerably less than filling a petrol tank. The longer answer depends on which vehicle you drive, whether you are charging at home or using a public charger, and what electricity rate you are paying.
This guide breaks down the real charging costs for every Toyota electric and plug-in hybrid vehicle currently available or arriving in Australia. All figures are based on confirmed Australian specifications and the current standard residential electricity rate in Western Australia. Whether you are considering the bZ4X, the bZ4X Touring, the HiLux BEV, or the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid, this guide gives you an honest picture of what charging will cost day to day.
Home Charging vs Public Charging - What is the Difference?
Most electric vehicle owners do the majority of their charging at home overnight. It is the most convenient and the most cost-effective option. You plug in when you get home and wake up to a full battery, much like charging a phone. No trips to a station, no waiting.
Public DC fast charging is faster - it can top up a large battery to 80 per cent in around 30 to 45 minutes - but it costs roughly 50 to 60 per cent more per kilowatt-hour than home charging. It is best used when you are on a longer trip and need a quick top-up, not as your everyday charging method.
The figures in this guide use the current Synergy Home Plan (A1) rate of 32.37 cents per kilowatt-hour for home charging, which is the standard residential electricity rate for most Perth households as at July 2025.^1^ For public DC fast charging, a mid-range rate of 50 cents per kilowatt-hour is used, which reflects typical pricing at 50kW Chargefox stations in Western Australia.^2^
Toyota EV and PHEV Charging Costs at a Glance
The table below shows the approximate cost to fully charge each Toyota electric vehicle at home, and the cost of a 10 to 80 per cent public DC fast charge. Charging times shown are from the official Toyota Australia specification sheets.
| Model | Battery | Home full charge¹ (approx.) | Home charge time | Public DC fast charge (10-80%)² (approx.) | Public DC charge time (10-80%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Toyota bZ4X (2WD) | 74.7kWh | ~$24.18 | ~9 hrs 30 mins (7kW) | ~$26.14 | ~45 mins (150kW DC) |
| Toyota bZ4X (AWD) | 74.7kWh | ~$24.18 | ~9 hrs 30 mins (7kW) | ~$26.14 | ~45 mins (150kW DC) |
| Toyota bZ4X Touring | 74.7kWh | ~$24.18 | ~9 hrs 30 mins (7kW) | ~$26.14 | ~30 mins (150kW DC) |
| Toyota HiLux BEV³ | 59.2kWh | ~$19.16 | ~6 hrs 30 mins (10kW AC) | ~$20.72 | ~30 mins (150kW DC) |
| Toyota RAV4 PHEV⁴ | 22.7kWh | ~$7.35 | Overnight wall socket | ~$7.95 | Under 30 mins (50kW DC) |
^1^ Home charge cost based on Synergy Home Plan (A1) rate of 32.37c/kWh (WA, effective 1 July 2025). Your actual rate may differ depending on your electricity plan and retailer.
^2^ Public DC fast charge cost based on an indicative rate of 50c/kWh at a 50kW DC public charging station. Actual public charging rates vary by network, location, and charger speed.
^3^ HiLux BEV: pre-production vehicle. Specifications confirmed from official Toyota Australia spec sheet dated May 2026. Range figures based on NEDC test cycle only - WLTP figures not yet available for this model.
^4^ RAV4 PHEV: pre-production vehicle. Public DC cost shown reflects a 10-80% charge. RAV4 PHEV maximum DC charging rate is 50kW.
What Do These Numbers Mean in Real Life?
To put the charging costs in perspective, a full home charge of the bZ4X costs roughly $24. According to the official WLTP test figures, the bZ4X 2WD has a range of 591km on a full charge. That works out to approximately 4.1 cents per kilometre in home charging costs - compared to a typical petrol car at 10 to 15 cents per kilometre depending on fuel prices and consumption.
For the RAV4 Plug-in Hybrid, the numbers are even more accessible. A full home charge of the 22.7kWh battery costs around $7.35 and delivers up to 121km of electric-only range under WLTP test conditions. For many Perth drivers who commute shorter distances, the RAV4 PHEV battery could cover most weekday driving on a single overnight charge at a cost well under $10.
The HiLux BEV is positioned for back-to-base fleet and commercial use. A full home charge costs approximately $19.16 and the 59.2kWh battery delivers a range of 315km based on NEDC test conditions. For operators charging at a depot overnight, the cost per kilometre is significantly lower than diesel.
Home Charging, Public Charging, or Both?
For most Perth households, a standard wall socket is enough to fully charge the RAV4 PHEV overnight. For the larger batteries in the bZ4X range and the HiLux BEV, a dedicated home EV charger will be faster and more practical. Toyota offers buyers of new bZ4X models the choice of a complimentary 7kW JetCharge home charger or a 12-month Chargefox public charging voucher - worth considering when you are comparing the total cost of ownership.
Public DC fast charging is genuinely useful for long-distance travel. The bZ4X and bZ4X Touring can both charge at up to 150kW DC, taking the battery from 10 to 80 per cent in approximately 30 to 45 minutes - roughly the time it takes to stop for a coffee on a road trip. The HiLux BEV also supports 150kW DC charging at the same speed.
As a general rule: charge at home as your default, use public DC fast chargers when you need a top-up on longer drives. That combination keeps your running costs as low as possible while giving you the range flexibility you need.
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