Electric vs Petrol Cars : The confusion between whether a petrol car is the best option or an electric is one question that must be troubling you if you are to buy a car in 2025. Making a choice is not just that easy, considering the other half taking to EVs, while petrol prices are going higher by the second. Let us break it down for you in plain words and ease your situation into figuring out what type of car would best suit you in 2025.

Buying and Running Cost

Barring the price, petrol cars thus remain a bit cheaper. Several names in the under-₹7–8-lakh petrol-engine small hatchbacks and compact SUVs are still available. Comparatively, EVs normally start around ₹9 lakh and rise up very quickly thereafter.

Running cost is another story. Petrol cars cost around ₹7–10 a km, depending on mileage and fuel price, while EVs cost only ₹1-2 a km if charged at home. Therefore, a good chunk of fuel money is saved with electric cars.

Fueling/Charging

Conveniently speaking, gasoline would win this round. Petrol stations are everywhere, so a fill-up will take a matter of minutes. On the other hand, for EVs, you require a charging point at home or a public station, while charging may take from 30 minutes (for fast charge) to 6-8 hours (for home charging).

Yet, if you mostly drive within the city with a home charger, EVs have really found their place.

Maintenance and Reliability

With very few moving parts, electric cars need service. Because there is no oil-related failure, lower maintenance costs than petrol cars are associated with simplistically engineered electric cars. The petrol engine will still need servicing and oil changes regularly, which will skyrocket the final bill.

Driving Range and Performance

Petrol cars perform better; they go around 500 km to 700 km with a full tank. Limited range for the EVs (depending on the model) is anywhere between 120 and 500 km on full charge. For highway and long-distance traveling, petrol is still really convenient, unless you’re talking about the pricey ones.

Conversely, in the city EVs are a lot of fun. Instant torque and super silent. You simply float down the road without any gears.