We did a like-for-like comparison between the Hyundai Kona petrol and the Kona Electric, factoring in everything from charging costs to insurance

EV cars aren't always a big cost-saver. Photo: Getty

EV cars aren’t always a big cost-saver. Photo: Getty

The conflict in Iran and rising fuel prices are likely to accelerate the shift away from petrol cars, but how much could you actually save by opting for an electric car?

A like‑for‑like comparison between the Hyundai Kona petrol and the Kona Electric shows that while savings are possible, they are not guaranteed