Electric, Hybrid, or Gasoline Cars: What Does It Really Cost to Own One in Israel?
How 2 Israeli newsrooms covered this story — translated into English and compared side by side.
By בן פלמון
First reported by Mako · Jul 30, 2026
What happened
A cost analysis of car ownership in Israel shows electric vehicles save on fuel and maintenance but face higher depreciation and insurance costs, narrowing their economic advantage over gasoline and hybrid cars. Hybrids offer moderate savings without the depreciation risks of electric cars. Ownership costs depend heavily on charging habits, mileage, and how long the car is kept.
- 01Depreciation is the largest cost in car ownership, nearly half the total expense over five years.
- 02Electric cars save about 40,000 shekels in fuel and maintenance but lose value faster than gasoline cars.
- 03Hybrid vehicles reduce fuel use by 25% and have depreciation similar to gasoline cars, offering balanced savings.
- 04Charging method, annual mileage, and ownership duration significantly affect total ownership costs.
- 05Recent policy changes have increased taxes and fees on electric vehicles, reducing their financial incentives.
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