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Hyundai InsterWhat does it cost to run?

Charging mostly at home, the Hyundai Inster Standard Range costs about $10.48 a week in Tasmania and $15.98 in South Australia for 250 km of driving. A full charge of its 42 kWh battery costs $10.42 to $17.60 at home.

360 kmSmall hatchClaimed range49 kWh battery3.83 m long
$39,600Price from (+ on-roads)
5 yrs / unlimited kmWarranty
$13.41Charging per week (NSW, 250 km)
$14.24Full charge at home (NSW)

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Hyundai Inster charging costs by state

Per week assumes 250 km with 90% of charging at home. Cheapest state in green. *Per year assumes 15,000 km, all home charging.

Hyundai Inster Standard Range

StateFull chargePer weekPer year*
NSW$14.24$13.41$727
Victoria$11.93$11.64$609
Queensland$11.76$11.51$601
South Australia$17.60$15.98$899
WA$13.99$13.22$714
Tasmania$10.42$10.48$532
ACT$15.54$14.41$794
NT$12.64$12.19$646

Hyundai Inster Extended Range

StateFull chargePer weekPer year*
NSW$16.61$14.16$768
Victoria$13.92$12.29$643
Queensland$13.72$12.16$634
South Australia$20.53$16.88$949
WA$16.32$13.96$754
Tasmania$12.15$11.07$562
ACT$18.13$15.21$838
NT$14.75$12.87$682

Price, range and charging times

Charging times are from empty to full and approximate.

VariantPriceBatteryClaimed rangeFull charge, home wallboxFull charge, power pointMax fast charge
Standard Range$39,600 + on-roads42 kWh327 km6 hours18 hours120 kW
Extended Range$42,500 + on-roads49 kWh360 km7 hours20 hours120 kW

What a Hyundai Inster costs to own over 5 years

250 km a week in NSW, mostly charged at home. Scheduled service every 12 months or 15,000 km, averaging about $307 a visit (estimate, as pricing for this model is not yet published). Warranty: 5 yrs / unlimited km.

VariantOn the road*Home chargerCharging / yrServicing / yrTyres / yr5-year total
Standard Range$43,600$2,000$697$307$347$52,355
Extended Range$46,500$2,000$736$307$347$55,450

Cost to own = price (plus about $4,000 on-road costs where the price is before on-roads) + a home wallbox for EVs (about $2,000, one-off) + charging or fuel + scheduled servicing + tyres. It leaves out insurance, registration and resale value, which vary too much by person and car to estimate fairly. Resale value is the biggest unknown, especially for newer brands.

Compare the Hyundai Inster with other cars

Before you buy: three things that change the cost

Where you'll charge

Charging at home is roughly half the price of public fast chargers, and overnight off-peak plans can be cheaper again. Without a garage or driveway you'll rely on public chargers, which narrows the saving over petrol. Most owners pay an electrician to fit a wallbox for faster home charging.

How far you really go on a charge

Claimed ranges come from a lab test. Expect noticeably less on the highway at 110 km/h, with the air-con running or when towing. Choose a car whose range comfortably covers your longest regular trip.

The novated lease tax break ends for some cars

Eligible EVs bought through a novated lease are currently exempt from fringe benefits tax. From 1 April 2027 the full exemption only applies to EVs valued at $75,000 or less, so most cars on this site still qualify. Leases already in place keep their current treatment.

Common questions

How much is a Hyundai Inster in Australia?

The Hyundai Inster starts from $39,600 + on-roads (October 2026). Prices change often, so check with a dealer.

How much does a Hyundai Inster cost to run each week?

Charging mostly at home and driving 250 km a week, the Hyundai Inster Standard Range costs about $10.48 in Tasmania to $15.98 in South Australia, using 2026–27 default electricity prices.

How much does it cost to fully charge a Hyundai Inster?

A full charge of the 42 kWh battery costs about $10.42 to $17.60 at home, depending on your state, or about $29.40 at a public fast charger.

How long does a Hyundai Inster take to charge at home?

About 6 hours from empty on a 7 kW home wallbox, or about 18 hours from a normal power point. Most owners top up overnight rather than charging from empty.

How far can a Hyundai Inster go on a charge?

Claimed range is up to 360 km on the WLTP test. Expect less at highway speeds or with the air-con on.

Hyundai Inster head to head

Against hybrids and plug-ins

Closest rivals

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From $31,990 drive-away452 km range≈ $15.47/week to chargeGACAion UT
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From $31,990 + on-roads400 km range≈ $15.38/week to chargeKiaEV4
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From $49,990 + on-roads612 km range≈ $13.41/week to chargeMazda6e
560 kmMid-size sedanClaimed range78 kWh battery4.92 m long
From $49,990 + on-roads560 km range≈ $14.91/week to chargeBYDDolphin
427 kmSmall hatchClaimed range60.5 kWh battery4.29 m long
From $29,990 + on-roads427 km range≈ $14.91/week to chargeTeslaModel 3
750 kmMid-size sedanClaimed range79 kWh battery4.72 m long
From $54,900 + on-roads750 km range≈ $12.94/week to chargeLeapmotorB10
435 kmSmall SUVClaimed range65 kWh battery4.51 m long
From $38,990 + on-roads435 km range≈ $14.25/week to charge

How we work it out

Weekly cost is the car's claimed energy use (kWh per 100 km) × your distance × your electricity price. "Per week" figures on this site assume 250 km a week with 90% of charging at home. Petrol comparisons use the fuel use and price you choose. Prices are list prices at October 2026 and change often; check with the dealer.