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Tesla Model S Long Range Charging Cost in Connecticut: 2026 Calculator

Find out exactly how much you'll pay for electricity vs gas in Connecticut based on current local rates.

Tesla Model S Long Range

Tesla Model S Long Range

95 kWh Battery
28 kWh/100mi

EV Charging Savings Calculator

0 mi 3000 mi
Monthly Cost
$78
Electric Charging
Gasoline Cost
$157
Gas Equivalent
You Save
$79
Per Month
$952
Per Year
How much does it cost to charge a Tesla Model S Long Range in Connecticut?

Based on current residential energy rates in Connecticut, you're looking at approximately $26 to fully charge a Tesla Model S Long Range from 0% to 100%.

This calculation uses the average residential electricity rate of $0.28/kWh. While electricity prices in Connecticut are higher than the national average, charging at home is still significantly cheaper than filling up a gas tank.

Tesla Model S Long Range vs. Gas: The Savings in Connecticut

Let’s talk numbers. The average price for premium gasoline in Connecticut is currently hovering around $3.92 per gallon. If you were driving a comparable gasoline vehicle, your monthly fuel bill would be nearly double what you'd pay for electricity.

By switching to the Tesla Model S Long Range, you could keep an extra $952 per year in your pocket based on average driving habits in Connecticut.

Can you charge a Tesla Model S Long Range at home?

Absolutely. In fact, over 80% of EV charging happens at home. The Tesla Model S Long Range is equipped with a 95 kWh battery.

To charge fully from empty, it will take approximately 13 hours with a Level 2 home charger (recommended) or around 80 hours with a standard wall outlet.

What is the electricity rate in Connecticut?

In 2026, the average residential electricity rate in Connecticut is $0.28 per kWh. This rate can vary depending on your specific utility provider and time-of-use plans.

Is Tesla Model S Long Range expensive to maintain?

Generally, no. With no oil changes, spark plugs, or transmission fluid to worry about, the Tesla Model S Long Range has lower maintenance costs than traditional gas cars. Your main recurring cost will be electricity.


Estimated Charging Times

Level 1 (Standard Outlet)

80 hours

Slowest option. Good for overnight top-ups, but not for a full charge from empty.

Level 2 (Home Charger)

13 hours

Recommended. Easily charges your battery overnight. Requires a 240V outlet.

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