Ohio's gas prices hit $3.90/gallon this week — up from $3.14 a year ago. Ohio electricity averages $0.17/kWh. This calculator uses current Northeast Ohio energy prices to tell you exactly how much you'd save switching to a Nissan electric or plug-in hybrid vehicle — and whether Ohio's $200 annual EV registration fee changes the math.
EV / PHEV Fuel Savings Calculator
What the Ohio $200 Fee Actually Costs You
Ohio's annual $200 EV registration fee and $150 PHEV fee are not included in most national EV savings calculators. Over 5 years, an EV owner pays $1,000 more in registration fees than a gas vehicle owner. At current gas prices ($3.90/gal) and Ohio electricity rates ($0.17/kWh), most EV owners still come out ahead — but the margin is narrower than national averages suggest. The calculator above includes this fee automatically.
Why the Rogue PHEV Makes Sense for Northeast Ohio
For Lake County drivers who want fuel savings without EV range anxiety, the Rogue Plug-In Hybrid splits the difference: electric-only power for commutes up to ~40 miles, gas engine backup for longer trips and cold January mornings when battery range shrinks. The $150/year PHEV fee is $50 less than the full EV fee. And because range is never a concern, you don't need Level 2 home charging — though it helps.
Related Tools & Research
- Ohio EV Report — Adoption data, NEVI charging sites, Lake County outlook
- 5-Year Ownership Cost Calculator — Compare gas vs. PHEV over time
- 2026 Nissan Buying Guide — Which electrified model fits your commute
Gas price: $3.917/gal (AAA East Central, July 28, 2026). Ohio electricity: $0.17/kWh (EnergySage, July 2026). Ohio Edison Lake County supply rate: $0.1092/kWh (Q3 2026). Ohio EV fee: $200/yr; PHEV fee: $150/yr (Ohio BMV). Federal EV tax credit expired 2025.