EVs over €2,300 cheaper than petrol and diesel cars

EVs over €2,300 cheaper than petrol and diesel cars

Author: Newstalk April 23, 2026 Duration: 7:52

Are you still apprehensive about buying an EV or has the fuel crisis changed your opinion? 

New research out today says EVs are now over €2,300 cheaper on average than the most popular petrol and diesel cars. Conor Faughnan, Independent Motoring Expert for Carzone.ie joined Andrea on the show to discuss.


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