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Cost per kilometre

Cost per kilometre: enter your values and get an instant free result.

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Calculation method and formula

(Annual fixed costs + Annual variable costs) ÷ Kilometres per year [km]

Understand the inputs

Annual fixed costs
Use a measured value or your own assumption.
Annual variable costs
Use a measured value or your own assumption.
Kilometres per year
Unit: km. Use a measured value or your own assumption.

Assumptions and limitations

Compare equal ownership periods and mileage. Depreciation, running costs and financing are only as complete as your inputs; resale value is an assumption.

The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation.

Worked example

Illustrative values. Replace them with your own inputs for your calculation.

Annual fixed costs
4500
Annual variable costs
2500
Kilometres per year
15000 km
Example result0.467 per km

The result was calculated directly from your entries.

Model revision: October 17, 2026 · How CleverCalc works

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How does Cost per kilometre work?+

(Annual fixed costs + Annual variable costs) ÷ Kilometres per year [km]. Compare equal ownership periods and mileage. Depreciation, running costs and financing are only as complete as your inputs; resale value is an assumption.

What assumptions should I consider for this result?+

Compare equal ownership periods and mileage. Depreciation, running costs and financing are only as complete as your inputs; resale value is an assumption. The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation.

How accurate is the result?+

The formula uses the specified units. Displayed numbers are rounded; whole packs, item counts and full time periods may also be rounded within the calculation. Prices, measurements and model assumptions determine how well the result represents your situation.

Is this calculator free?+

Yes. Calculations and PDF export work without an account or registration.

What happens to my inputs?+

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